The Hook Up

Do you think if someone's cheated, they'll cheat again? Or can people change?We hash it out with your hot takes.

Liz Neal, a seasoned couples therapist and psychologist, offers invaluable insights into the tricky terrain of relationships in this engaging discussion. She dives into the role of intuition when deciding to break up, emphasizing the delicate balance between emotions and rational thoughts. The conversation touches on the evolution of romantic connections, especially around the two to three-year mark, and the emotional symptoms tied to unresolved conflicts. Neal also highlights the societal pressures surrounding breakups, encouraging self-reflection and honoring personal needs in relationship transitions.

How many years should you be in a relationship before knowing it’s going to be long term or for life? We get your hot takes on whether it's time wasted if you date without knowing what your future holds - or if time isn’t a good measurement at all.

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).

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.

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.

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?

‘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.

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.

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).