

Sounds Fake But Okay
Sounds Fake But Okay
A podcast where an aromantic asexual girl and a biromantic demisexual girl talk about all things to do with love, relationships, sexuality, and pretty much anything else that they just don't understand.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Mar 24, 2024 • 50min
Ep 296: Am I The Asshole pt. 9
Hey what's up hello! You know what time it is — it's time to prowl the depths of Reddit to figure out what on Earth is going on out there.Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/am-i-the-asshole-pt-9 Books with acespec and arospec characters: https://bookshop.org/lists/books-with-acespec-and-arospec-characters? Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/bookBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Mar 17, 2024 • 1h 2min
Ep 295: Couple Privilege
Hey what's up hello! This week we're talking about the evil that is couple privilege and how it disadvantages single people AND couples alike.Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/couple-privilege Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Mar 10, 2024 • 51min
Ep 294: Q&A - aspec activism, friendship, the allos, & more!
Hey what's up hello! This week we're taking the time to answer your questions about everything from aspec activism to our favorite places to travel.Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/qa-aspec-activism-friendship-the-allos-more Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepodFollow: @soundsfakepodJoin: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMtwww.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Mar 3, 2024 • 48min
Ep 293: Can AI Help You Date?
Hey what's up hello! Today we're talking about how artificial intelligence has invaded the world of dating from AI dating coaches to AI dating profile assistants.Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/can-ai-help-you-date Vote for Dear, Luke Love, Me: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YWQLHHH No sex, no romance playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6wdkxJGXc1xUrtlJi0GPke?si=dde7d2d6407c4ecc Cosmo articles: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/a46584514/bias-ai-dating-technology/ | https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/a46585109/ai-dating-tips/ | https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/a46575786/ai-dating-common-questions-concerns-experts/ Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepodFollow: @soundsfakepodJoin: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMtwww.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

7 snips
Feb 25, 2024 • 51min
Ep 292: Separating Aromanticism from Asexuality
The hosts dive deep into the important distinctions between aromanticism and asexuality, using humor to make complex topics relatable. They share personal experiences and societal misconceptions, shedding light on the challenges faced by those identifying as aromantic. As they reflect on their literary journeys and celebrate community milestones, they emphasize the necessity of inclusive language and better representation. Plus, enjoy their delightful banter and anecdotes about recent performances, keeping it both entertaining and insightful!

Feb 18, 2024 • 44min
Ep 291: Am I The Asshole pt. 8 (Asshole Edition)
Hey what's up hello! We're back reading r/AmITheAsshole. Some of them may be fake but oh boy are they full of assholes!Content Warning: Mentions of child abuse, domestic violence, death, miscarriage, incestEpisode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/am-i-the-asshole-pt-8-asshole-edition Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepodJoin: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Feb 11, 2024 • 55min
Ep 290: Hating Your Partner
Hey what's up hello! Just in time for Valentine's Day, this week we're talking abou the phenomenon of straight people hating their partners!Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/hating-your-partner Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepod Join: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Feb 4, 2024 • 1h 4min
Ep 289: The Other Significant Others feat. Rhaina Cohen
Hey what's up hello! Today we're talking to author Rhaina Cohen about her book, The Other Significant Others: Reimagining Life with Friendship at the Center. It's a real platonic delight. Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/the-other-significant-others-feat-rhaina-cohen Get the book: https://bookshop.org/a/101336/9781250280916 Follow Rhaina: https://www.instagram.com/rhainacohen/Rhaina's Substack: https://rhaina.substack.com/Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepodFollow: @soundsfakepodJoin: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMtwww.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Jan 28, 2024 • 54min
Ep 288: Compersion
Hey what's up hello! Today we're talking about compersion. What is it? Where did the term come from? Is only for poly folx?Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/compersion Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepodFollow: @soundsfakepodJoin: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMtwww.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book

Jan 21, 2024 • 1h 9min
Ep 287: Celebrity Sexuality Speculation
Hey what's up hello! Today we're talking about the pop culture phenomenon that is speculating about celebrity's sexualities, demanding that celebrities come out, and accusing celebrities of queer baiting. Yikes!Episode Transcript: www.soundsfakepod.com/transcripts/celebrity-sexuality-speculation Our friend's article about BTS and queerness: https://www.them.us/story/park-jimin-bts-padya-paramita-personal-essay Video essay about homophobia in K-pop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGW-Snfu-30&t=1353s&ab_channel=KaterinaRose Donate: patreon.com/soundsfakepod Follow: @soundsfakepodJoin: https://discord.gg/W7VBHMt www.soundsfakepod.comBuy our book: www.soundsfakepod.com/book