The Hook Up

Usually we tend to think that men are only buying sex from women, but increasingly women are buying sex from men. You'll hear from researcher Dr Denton Callander on the changing face of sex work and women sexuality, and sex worker Max Anders on what's involved.

How do you know the difference between love and lust? If you're in love, does your heart beat faster? Do you feel sick if they're not there? You'll hear from sexologist and relationships counsellor Alinda Small. Plus, Dr Rebecca Pinkus tells us how science contributes to whether we're love or not.

When it comes to speaking during sex, some can find it a really embarrassing and intimidating prospect, but for others it's an essential part of the experience.

So how much is too much, and what might it say about your relationship? You'll hear about the complications of PDA, and why posting too many pics of bae might be a signal of insecurity in your relationship.

Are you nervous about sucking a dick? Fear not. You'll learn how to relax, communicate and enjoy yourself. Isla View teaches 'The Art of Fellatio' class and is here to help, plus we get further advice from sex therapist Jacqueline Hellyer. Hosted by Sarah McVeigh

If you're 17, would you date a 30 year old? It may be legal (depending on where you live), but is it the right thing to do?

Is long distance the wrong distance? How can you make a long distance relationships work?

CONTENT WARNING: This episode does discuss rape and sexual assault. Fantasies come in a range of forms, but what's it like having a fantasy about something that's not only illegal, but horrible to think about.

CONTENT WARNING: This episode does discuss sexual assault. 'Bug chasing' is the act of intentionally acquiring or passing on HIV.

Ever dated some with different political views to you? Maybe you were dumped cause you didn't believe in the same God as them (or in God at all!), or maybe their vegan and you love a tender, juicy steak.

Do you know how many people you've slept with? Why does it matter? Why do there seem to be double standards between men and women? Sex therapist Giverny Lewis talks us through the numbers and what the big deal is (or isn't!).

It's the oldest form of contraception, but just how effective is it? Dr Brad McKay drops by to give us the low down on pulling out.

What's the big deal about period sex? Is it really as messy as it sounds? Can you get past a fear of blood? Why are people into it? All these questions will be explored with sexologist Juliet Allen.

Your friends are going out, traveling and partying, and you're changing nappies and cleaning up baby vom. You'll hear from a caller who had her daughter three weeks before her 21st and feels like she's missed out on her youth, and a woman who had a baby with a guy she was seeing casually on Tinder. Plus, one in two women experience discrimination when pregnant or after returning to work, so you'll...

Finding love can be hard enough, but for people who people living on the autism spectrum, it can be much harder.

We hear from Dan who posts a video on Instagram every day (and hasn't missed a day in over a year), and social media expert Karalee Evans tells us we're all a brand now, and how we should navigate that. But first, we hear from Colin who is refusing to add his girlfriend on Facebook!

Where do our preconceived ideas come from when it comes to dating someone of another race or ethnicity and how can we look past those? You'll hear from sociologist Dr Zuleyka Zevallos and counsellor Sue Pratt, plus Santilla Chingapie from the SBS documentary Date My Race, Andy Trieu from SBS Pop Asia and our very own Shantan Wantan Ichiban share their experiences. Hosted by Sarah McVeigh.

We take a look at some of the challenges Indigenous Australians come across when dating. Counsellor Sue Pratt gives some advice on how to combat racism and pick yourself up, you'll hear from MJ who's experienced racism on Grindr and is now dating a Dutch guy, PLUS our very own Brooke Boney from triple j breakfast tells us her dating stories and shares a couple of tips on things NOT to say when goi...

Have you ever dated someone who is completely self-obsessed? Selfish, charmingly manipulative and totally lacking empathy, especially when it comes to sex? That's sexual narcissism.

Ever wondered what the foot fetish is about? Wonder no longer. Ms Fleur tells us all about what clients ask for and we hear from a caller who loves something very particular about feet...

From dating without your vision, to having to hire a sex worker for a relative. We're talking about the sex and love lives of people with physical disabilities, and clearing up the common misconceptions. Joining us are Dr Russell Shuttleworth from Deakin University, and sex worker Ms Fleur.

Have you had a naked pic taken of you without you knowing? Perhaps someone sent one of you to their friends without your consent? Image based abuse is rife with young people and the effects can be brutal. We talk to Dr Nicola Henry about the study she co-authored on this relatively new form of abuse, and psychologist Gemma Cribb on the effects it has on us.

What's it like dating as a fat person? What are the best positions when having sex? On the podcast we talk to psychologist and body image expert Dr Ben Buchanan, burlesque performer Mina Hyena and world-renowned author, sex educator and activist Elle Chase.

The illusionary multiple orgasm. What exactly are they? How do you get there? How does it make you feel? All these questions will be answered by sexologist Vanessa Muradian from Mia Muse.

Have you ever thought, "oh, this will do" when it comes to a partner? That's what we're calling settling. Is it really the best approach to search for that perfect person? When's the best approach when settling with someone? Psychologist Danielle Malloney talks us through it, and comedian Michael Hing talks us through a list of what his perfect girlfriend should be that he wrote in high school...