Talking Frank

Talking Frank covers every nook and cranny of Australia's sex life. Coming soon.@talking.frankhttps://frank.org.au/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite being a safe and fun way to learn about your body and what feels good, only one in four people with vulvas masturbate regularly, which is only half the rate of people with penises. C’mon. Let’s be frank about masturbation and sex toys. For this first episode, Rowdie is joined by Lucy Wark, the founder of sex toy company NORMAL. Lucy advocates for normalising sex toys and masturbation, addressing the fears and concerns of Rosie from this week’s DM submission.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886. Articles:5 Benefits of Masturbation you never knew aboutSex Toys – the low down Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you take care of your sex toys? Can solo sex actually help partnered sex? What does mutual masturbation even mean? What's all the fuss about lube? Let’s get frank.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Almost 2 million Australian adults have experienced sexual assault since the age of 15. Yet, with sexual assault figures so high, especially among women, consent is only now being included in school curriculums. C’mon. Let’s be frank about consent. Rowdie is joined by Chanel Contos, founder of the online petition demanding consent education reform in Australian schools. Chanel empowers us to recognise when consent is necessary and how to ensure it happens, addressing the uncertainty of Grace from this week’s DM submission. For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886. Support services:1800 RESPECT National helpline 1800 737 732Lifeline - 13 1114Mensline Australia - Men and Boys support For info on the consent laws in your state:ConsentSex and dating Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does consent really mean? Does the absence of ‘no’ make it a ‘yes’? What body language should you be looking out for? Are you ever able to not consent? How can you make consent sexy? Let's get frank.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roughly 90,000 people in Australia are diagnosed with Chlamydia each year and around two-thirds of these are young people under the age of 30.  C’mon. Let’s be frank about STIs.  Rowdie is joined by Jack Millar, a DJ, content creator and former contestant on Married at First Sight. You’ll also hear from Dr Clare Boerma, the Medical Director at Family Planning Australia, who’ll help answer questions from this week’s DM submission.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.  More information:What’s involved in a sexual health check-up: Part 1What’s involved in a sexual health check-up: Part 2STIs and BBVsTesting and Treatment STI notification websites:Let Them KnowThe Drama Down Under  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does STI even stand for? How often should you test? What should you actually expect when getting a sexual health check? Let's get frank.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The terms ‘unhealthy relationships’ and ‘red flags’ are often thrown around, but what do they actually mean? How do you know if it’s your relationship, and what can you do? C’mon. Let’s be frank about unhealthy relationships.  Rowdie is joined by Helen Chik, digital content creator and author of Sex Swipes And Other Stories. Helen paints the picture of a healthy relationship built on respect, trust and communication, addressing the concerns of this week’s anonymous DM submission.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.  Other services and support:1800 Respect National helpline 1800 737 732Lifeline 13 11 14Full Stop AustraliaGP or health workerIn an emergency situation call 000 Resources: Reach Out Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can you tell if your relationship is unhealthy? What are the red flags? What do you do if you notice the warning signs? How can communication help improve relationships? Who can help? Let’s get frank.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s been reported that men think about sex 19 times a day. Beyond the act itself, these thoughts could include anything from the stress of keeping up with peers to penis size, or worries about lumps and bumps.  C’mon. Let’s be frank about men's sexual health. Rowdie is joined by Dr Brad McKay, an Australian doctor and host of the TV series, Embarrassing Bodies Down Under. Dr McKay breaks down common myths and concerns around men’s sexual health, addressing questions from this week’s anonymous DM submissions.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.  Other services:Healthy Male: Provider of information for men’s healthEmen8: Online sexual health and wellbeing information for gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with menACON: Information on community health, inclusion, and HIV for people of diverse sexualities and genders, including men who have sex with men and trans and gender diverse peopleMensLine Australia: National telephone and online support, information, and referral service for men with family and relationship concerns Factsheets:Sex Ed 2.0: What all men should know about anatomy, sex and STIsForeskin HygienePremature EjaculationTesticular Self Examination Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do guys feel more pressure to be sexually active? Does your penis look normal? Is premature ejaculation actually common? How important is hygiene? Let’s get frank.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know how you feel about your body and your genitals can affect your sexual confidence and sexual satisfaction?C’mon. Let’s be frank about loving our bodies.  Rowdie is joined by April Hélène-Horton, a.k.a. Bodzilla. Amongst her many accomplishments as a body love activist, Bodzilla made history as the first Australian plus-sized bikini model to feature on a billboard and has launched her own Bras and Things campaign that focused on loving your body and feeling confident in the bedroom. In this episode, she shares her story and addresses the concerns of the anonymous DM submission.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.  More information:Body Talk Body Explorer Labia Library  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What’s actually ‘normal’ for your body? Do my boobs look good? What should a vulva look like? Should you be stressed over penis size? What should you do with public hair? Let’s get frank. For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886. More information:Body Explorer Labia Library Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Around half of all pregnancies in Australia are unplanned, and it’s estimated that at least 1 in 4 Australian women and people with uteruses will experience an abortion in their lifetime.  C’mon. Let’s be frank about contraception.  Rowdie is joined by Maria Thattil, winner of Miss Universe Australia 2020, columnist, activist, and model. Maria opens up about her experience with an unplanned pregnancy and abortion, addressing the thoughts of this week’s DM submission from Talissa.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.  Other services:Pregnancy Choices Helpline 1800 008 463Online Booklets:What Suits Me? Contraception OptionsPregnant? Working through your optionsYarning about pregnancy: working through your optionsFactsheets: Unplanned pregnancy: AbortionUnintended pregnancy: Continuing a pregnancy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What’s the best way to prevent an unplanned pregnancy? Who should you talk to about it? Are there different types of abortions? What are the abortion laws in Australia? How much does it cost? Let's get frank.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are an estimated 29,000 people living with HIV in Australia, 12% of which are women. Although so many Australians are living with the virus, the stigma towards HIV still exists. C’mon. Let’s be frank about HIV. Rowdie is joined by Emil Canita (@babydilf on Instagram), a Melbourne-based artist who uses his work to explore sexuality. Emil speaks about his personal experience with HIV, providing both clarity and support for this week’s anonymous DM submission. For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886. For specific HIV info and support:Positive Life NSW: HIV info for everyoneACON: HIV info for people of diverse sexualities and gendersPozhet: HIV info for heterosexual people Notification websites:Let Them KnowThe Drama Down Under Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is HIV so misunderstood? How can you pass it on? Are there symptoms? Is it treatable? What do PrEP and PEP mean? Can you prevent it? Let’s get frank.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do we manage all our expectations towards sex? Everything from our emotions, relationships and bodies can influence the way we experience sex.  C’mon. Let’s be frank about our sexpectations.  Rowdie is joined by Mistress Tokyo, a sex worker, dominatrix and kink educator who has developed her own mindful consent model and provides both clarity and insight for this week’s anonymous DM submission.  For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.  More information:You + me = us: All about relationships Articles:6 things we wish sex ed has taught usForeplayNot like the movies: Sex myths on the silver screenSmall word. Big expectations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is finding pleasure more mental than it is physical? How does pleasure look different to everyone? How can you work consent into finding pleasure? How can you be assertive? Does porn create unrealistic expectations? Let’s get frank.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever been ghosted? Or maybe your not sure about proper in person vs online dating etiquette?  C’mon let's get frank about the headspins of modern dating.Rowdie is joined by Alex Hourigan, co-host of the Two Broke Chicks podcast, and Aleks Trkulja, a sex therapist and owner of the Pleasure Centre. The three of them chat about everything dating, from their own experiences, funny stories and common dilemmas.For more information, visit frank.org.au or call the Family Planning Australia Talkline at 1300 658 886.More information:You & Me = Us: All about relationships Online relationships  Articles:Things to think about re: sending nudes Dating apps 101: How to avoid burnout  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.