The Hook Up

Do you say yes to sex on the first date or do you stick to tradition and leave it for later on. And what does biology have to do with it?? Psychologist Dr Melanie Schilling will discuss with us what it means, and writer Alyx Gorman talks about some other traditional dating rules.

What do you do if you really can't stand your mate's new partner. Do you say something or let it go and hope they also see their flaws? On the podcast to discuss is clinical psychologist Dr Alicia Franklin and James Colley to share his story. Plus, we hear from a listener who has quite the conundrum!

December 1 is World AIDS Day. The day raises awareness across the world about the issues surrounding HIV and AIDS. It's a day for people to show their support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have died. We speak to Campbell Clarkson who's 25 and living with HIV, as well as James Gray from ACON to talk through advances in treatment and laws around living with HIV.

We heard from a listener who didn't know how to disclose their sexual assault to their parents. This came after the she was triggered by reports on the news about the election of Donald Trump after the allegations of sexual assault. We're joined by psychologist Ursula Benstead and Detective Senior Sergeant Anthony Mercer to talk through how to disclose and report sexual assault. This podcast contains information about sexual assault and/or violence which may be triggering to survivors.

Why are men getting their foreskins removed as adults? Have you considered it? Have you had to get it done? In this podcast, we'll hear from someone who's had it done recently, a guy who wants his back, plus some advice on what to do if your foreskin is too tight. Dr Brad McKay provides all the specialist knowledge when it comes to getting the snip!

Do you believe in sex magic? We're opening our minds for a bit and look at the spiritual practice of tantric sex. What is it, how does it work, and why would someone use a crystal dildo. Joining us is tantric expert Pam Ella.