
The Hook Up
The Hook Up is about love, sex and relationships. We answer your questions, learn things together, cry over heartbreak and normalise shit. Every Tuesday Dee and Pip debate your dating dilemmas and hear your cooked stories. Every Thursday it's the sex ed you never had — we call on an expert to go deep and find answers with Dee.
Latest episodes

May 2, 2024 • 36min
Blake Pavey On Hard Launches, Cystic Fibrosis & Why You Shouldn't Date Comedians
We catch up with comedian Blake Pavey to chat about how his girlfriend soft launched him, the awkward experience of getting his sperm checked and his advice to anyone thinking of dating a comedian (just don’t).

Apr 30, 2024 • 29min
Should You Check Your Date's Following List?
When you start seeing someone, do you suss who they’re following on their socials? We debate if lists full of insta baddies is a red flag, or if that's your insecurity talking.

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Apr 25, 2024 • 28min
Am I In A Codependent Relationship?
Discover the fine line between love and dependency as the discussion unpacks the traits of codependent relationships. Early dating dynamics and limerence are dissected, shedding light on how friendships can complicate romance. The impact of childhood on adult connections is explored, revealing how parental roles can skew perceptions in relationships. Listeners will gain insights into fostering healthy bonds through self-awareness, effective communication, and the importance of boundaries.

Apr 23, 2024 • 23min
To The Friend That Always Wants To Bring Their Partner…
There's always a friend who wants to bring their partner to everything, but what are the rules around when it's ok and when it's crossing the line?

Apr 18, 2024 • 22min
Why You Need To Practise Post-Sex Aftercare
‘Aftercare’ has become a bit of a buzzword the past few years, but sexologist Lauren French is here to tell you why practising post-sex aftercare is just as important as foreplay.

Apr 16, 2024 • 21min
Is Having Break Up Sex A Good Or Bad Idea?
Is break up sex healing or harmful? Will you get closure or just make it harder to move on?We hear your hot takes and find out why it was the hottest sex of your life.

Apr 11, 2024 • 23min
What Is A Banjo String? And What To Do If It Snaps
If you tear, break or snap your penile frenulum (aka the banjo string) it can be a big painful bloody mess, so here’s everything you need to know with triple j’s Dave Woodhead and sex coach Cam Fraser. (And yes we will be chatting about blood and pain and breaking your penis in this ep so if you get queasy you’ve been warned).

Apr 10, 2024 • 13min
Heartbreak High's Will McDonald & James Majoos On Intimacy, Dating Apps And Furries
Term 2 has begun for the horny SLTS of Heartbreak High, so we catch up with our favourite couple from the show - Ca$h and Darren - aka Will McDonald and James Majoos.

Apr 9, 2024 • 20min
What Are The Rules For Housemates' Partners Staying Over?
If your roomie’s partner is over every night, eating your food, hogging the shower and never contributing financially or to the general house ~vibes~, you might need to set some boundaries. You tell us your rules to keep the peace, plus we hear your horror stories from when a partner overstays their welcome.

Apr 4, 2024 • 31min
How To Have Better Sex With Dr Tara
Feel like your sex life is kinda meh? Sex and relationship professor Dr Tara is here to help!With 2 million followers, you’ve probably seen her in your TikTok feed, with her snappy sex tips. In this ep, she jumps on with Dee to give advice on how to build your sexual confidence.
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