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Get confident with consent, s*x and relationships – one honest conversation at a time. From the team behind Teach Us Consent, this podcast breaks down the stuff we wish we’d learnt sooner – what flirting and dating respectfully looks like, how alcohol affects consent, the best ways to respond to rejection, how gender roles can cause harm in everyday life, and the ways p*rn and algorithms shape our views on s*x and one another. This podcast is here to make those big conversations easier, clearer, and way more human. No shame. No judgement. S*x and relationship education we all deserve.

  1. '...Now What?' Part 3: Consent, accountability, proper apologies with Kath Ebbs, Outback Tom & Louis Phillips

    4D AGO

    '...Now What?' Part 3: Consent, accountability, proper apologies with Kath Ebbs, Outback Tom & Louis Phillips

    Part 3 | Consent is a word we often hear, and it’s absolutely fundamental to hooking up. It’s a baseline expectation we should all have, both legally and ethically, when it comes to sex. Even still, many people admit to some form of sexual violence, the most common being sexual harassment and coercion. Some people may not even know that they’ve perpetrated sexual violence, and learn that they have many years later. None of it is okay. So why is it happening? Well, there are several factors, but entitlement, inadequate education, and societal pressures are key reasons. What does accountability look like for somebody who has felt entitled to sex and crossed a boundary? What does adequate education look like? Where does accountability stop and punishment start? And how can all of this work together to build healthier and safer relationships for all of us?While we’ve made big strides in raising awareness about sexual harassment and sexual assault, it’s still pretty common.The more we learn about consent and what sexual violence actually looks like, the more we might start to reflect on our past interactions and realise we might have actually caused harm.So, when that happens, what’s next?The Line and Teach Us Consent teamed up to have a conversation with amazing role models ‪@kathebbs‬ ‪@louis.phillips12‬ and ‪@outbacktom‬ about just that. And just a note, this episode talks about some pretty heavy topics to do with emotions, relationships, s*x and consent. If you need support, help is available. Reach out to:1800RESPECT.org.au online, on the phone 1800 737 732, or by text 0458 737 732.QLife.org.au online or over the phone 1800 184 52713Yarn.org.au online or over the phone 13 92 76Lifeline.org.au or over the phone 13 11 14If you think you might need legal advice, speak to Youth Law Australia online at yla.org.au.

    54 min
  2. '... Now What?' Part 2: We all make mistakes. What do you do next? With Kath Ebbs, Outback Tom & Louis Phillips

    APR 23

    '... Now What?' Part 2: We all make mistakes. What do you do next? With Kath Ebbs, Outback Tom & Louis Phillips

    Part 2 | In all of our relationships, there are some really obvious no-goes - things that if we do them, the consequences are most likely going to be pretty heavy – cheating, violence, that kind of thing. But most of the mistakes we make, and things we really need to be accountable for are more hidden, and we might even do them every day. ‪ @theline_au‬ and ‪@teachusconsent‬ have teamed up to chat about misogyny, sexism, reinforcing gender stereotypes and everything that fits into that. Amazing role models ‪@kathebbs‬ ‪@outbacktom‬ and ‪@louis.phillips12‬ joined us for that conversation. Here it is. And just a note, this episode talks about some pretty heavy topics to do with emotions, relationships, s*x and consent. If you need support, help is available. Reach out to: 1800RESPECT.org.au online, on the phone 1800 737 732, or by text 0458 737 732. QLife.org.au online or over the phone 1800 184 52713 Yarn.org.au online or over the phone 13 92 76 Lifeline.org.au or over the phone 13 11 14 If you think you might need legal advice, speak to Youth Law Australia online at yla.org.au.

    38 min
  3. '... Now What?' Part 1: What does 'accountability' actually mean? With Kath Ebbs, Outback Tom & Louis Phillips

    APR 16

    '... Now What?' Part 1: What does 'accountability' actually mean? With Kath Ebbs, Outback Tom & Louis Phillips

    Part 1 | Learning you’ve made a mistake and hurt someone is a s****y feeling. And honestly, in an era of so-called 'cancel culture' and social media, it can feel like the moment you admit that, you risk opening yourself up to public shaming. So, instead of owning a mistake, a lot of us do the easier thing. We bury it, avoid accountability, and try not to think about it at all.The thing is, though, we've all been there, we’ve all made mistakes, we all have regrets. Nobody is expecting you to get it all right all the time. So, is there a place where we can make mistakes, have regret, reflect on it, take accountability, and be better because of it?The Line and Teach Us Consent have teamed up to explore that, how we can get to the place, and what we can do when we mess up. We had a conversation with amazing role models ‪@kathebbs‬ ‪@louis.phillips12‬ and ‪@outbacktom‬ to talk about all of that. And just a note, this episode talks about some pretty heavy topics to do with emotions, relationships, s*x and consent. If you need support, help is available. Reach out to: 1800RESPECT.org.au online, on the phone 1800 737 732, or by text 0458 737 732. QLife.org.au online or over the phone 1800 184 52713 Yarn.org.au online or over the phone 13 92 76 Lifeline.org.au or over the phone 13 11 14 If you think you might need legal advice, speak to Youth Law Australia online at yla.org.au.

    32 min
  4. Teach Us About: Performance Anxiety, Body Count & Owning Up To Mistakes

    APR 12

    Teach Us About: Performance Anxiety, Body Count & Owning Up To Mistakes

    Our s*x lives and relationships are deeply shaped by the messages we absorb — online, in culture, and in the way we talk about each other. In this episode, we unpack the rise of “body count” culture, from AI tools that claim to estimate it, to the gendered double standards and myths that sit underneath it - exploring how these narratives play out in real life, the pressure they place on both men and women, and how they can fuel shame, entitlement, and an impossible set of expectations around being both “experienced” and “pure.” From there, we dig into performance anxiety: how sex becomes something to get right rather than something to experience, the impact of porn scripts and spectatorship, and why being stuck in your head can disconnect you from your body and your partner. Then we chat about accountability, and what it actually means to take responsibility for harm, why it can feel so difficult, and how repair, communication, and behaviour change are central to respectful relationships.  Hosts: Anthony Stefanos (@anthonystefanos) & Tess Fuller (@tesssfuller) This podcast is produced by Annabelle Kablean (@hellsbell.es), Teach Us Consent and I Want It Yesterday Studios, and supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Want to go deeper? We've created hundreds of resources to help you get confident with consent, sex and relationships - visit teachusconsent.com. Content note: This material contains sensitive content, and includes references to sexual harassment and assault, homophobia, and other forms of violence. Please listen with care and compassion for yourself, and feel free to switch off at any point.  References in this episode: Under Pressure: Men’s and Women’s Sexual Performance Anxiety in the Sexual Interactions of Adult Couples (University of New Brunswick) https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/00224499.2024.2357587#abstract Sexual Performance Anxiety (International Society for Sexual Medicine) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31447414/ Health and lifestyle factors associated with sexual difficulties in men – results from a study of Australian men aged 18 to 55 years (University of Melbourne) https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5103242/#:~:text=This%20paper%20shows%20that%20experiencing,aged%2035%20to%2055%20years. Support: Lifeline: 13 11 14. Lifeline is a non-profit organisation that provides free, 24-hour telephone crisis support service in Australia. Volunteer crisis supporters provide suicide prevention services, mental health support and emotional assistance, not only via telephone but face-to-face and online. For a full list of support services, visit https://www.teachusconsent.com/get-support for resources such as 1800RESPECT and 13YARN, or call 000 in emergencies.  In Australia, Mental Health Care Plans are available through GPs and can provide access to subsidised sessions with mental health professionals. Reach out to your GP to discuss your options.  This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Gadigal people. The Teach Us Consent team respects and honours Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elders past and present, and their enduring connection to this land. We acknowledge that First Nations people disproportionately experience sexual violence, and we are committed to ending sexual violence.  Thank you for listening! Please support us by sharing this with a friend.

    47 min
  5. Teach Us About: AI Girlfriends, The Science of Rejection & The Ban on P*rn

    MAR 29

    Teach Us About: AI Girlfriends, The Science of Rejection & The Ban on P*rn

    The way we learn about sex, relationships, and connection is changing, and is for the better? In this episode, we unpack new online safety changes aimed at limiting young people’s exposure to harmful content, and explore how p*rn, social media, and algorithms are shaping expectations around s*x, consent, and bodies. We talk through the “scripts” people absorb from p*rn — from coercion and aggression to unrealistic ideas of pleasure and performance — and how these can make it harder to understand what we actually want, communicate or respect boundaries, and experience safe, mutual intimacy. We dig into the science of rejection — why it can feel so intense, how it shows up across friendships, dating, and everyday life, and how to respond in ways that support both accountability and self-worth.  Then we're joined by Callum from The Man Cave to chat about AI companions. We discuss why people are turning to them for emotional connection, and what they can and can’t offer when it comes to building real relationships.  Featuring: Callum Goodes (@themancave_aus) Hosts: Anthony Stefanos (@anthonystefanos) & Tess Fuller (@tesssfuller) This podcast is produced by Annabelle Kablean (@hellsbell.es), Teach Us Consent and I Want It Yesterday Studios, and supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Want to go deeper? We've created hundreds of resources to help you get confident with consent, sex and relationships - visit teachusconsent.com. Content note: This material contains sensitive content, and includes references to sexual harassment and assault, homophobia, and other forms of violence. Please listen with care and compassion for yourself, and feel free to switch off at any point.  References in this episode: Two in five Aussies feel lonely — and many are turning to AI (YouGov) https://yougov.com/articles/53225-two-in-five-aussies-feel-lonely-and-many-are-turning-to-ai The pain of social rejection (APA) https://www.apa.org/monitor/2012/04/rejection Understanding and reframing the fear of rejection (UNSW) https://www.unsw.edu.au/newsroom/news/2022/06/understanding-and-reframing-the-fear-of-rejection Women's Experiences With Genital Touching, Sexual Pleasure, and Orgasm: Results From a U.S. Probability Sample of Women Ages 18 to 94 (NIH) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28678639/ Support: Lifeline: 13 11 14. Lifeline is a non-profit organisation that provides free, 24-hour telephone crisis support service in Australia. Volunteer crisis supporters provide suicide prevention services, mental health support and emotional assistance, not only via telephone but face-to-face and online. For a full list of support services, visit https://www.teachusconsent.com/get-support for resources such as 1800RESPECT and 13YARN, or call 000 in emergencies.  In Australia, Mental Health Care Plans are available through GPs and can provide access to subsidised sessions with mental health professionals. Reach out to your GP to discuss your options.  This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Gadigal people. The Teach Us Consent team respects and honours Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elders past and present, and their enduring connection to this land. We acknowledge that First Nations people disproportionately experience sexual violence, and we are committed to ending sexual violence.  Thank you for listening! Please support us by sharing this with a friend.

    45 min
  6. Will Gibb On: Adult Circumcision, Dating & What Masculinity Really Is

    MAR 15

    Will Gibb On: Adult Circumcision, Dating & What Masculinity Really Is

    Sex, dating, and confidence can feel like a minefield — especially when the messages we grow up with about masculinity, relationships, and bodies don’t leave much room for honesty or vulnerability. In this episode, we are joined by comedian, content creator & podcaster Will Gibb for a candid conversation about growing up gay in an all-boys school, the lessons (and misconceptions) we absorb about sex and masculinity, and how those early messages shape our confidence in dating and relationships. Together, they unpack modern dating culture, the humour and absurdity that makes it so parody-able. Will also shares his personal experience choosing to get circumcised as an adult after experiencing pain during sex, opening up a wider discussion about sexual health, communication, and why so many people feel unable to speak up when something doesn’t feel right. From painful sex and taboo conversations among men to the myth that discomfort is something partners should simply endure, this episode explores how silence can undermine both pleasure and consent, and why honest communication is essential for respectful, healthy relationships. Featuring: Will Gibb (@_willgibb_) Hosts: Anthony Stefanos (@anthonystefanos) & Tess Fuller (@tesssfuller) This podcast is produced by Annabelle Kablean (@hellsbell.es), Teach Us Consent and I Want It Yesterday Studios, and supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Want to go deeper? We've created hundreds of resources to help you get confident with consent, sex and relationships - visit teachusconsent.com. Content note: This material contains sensitive content, and includes references to sexual harassment and assault, homophobia, and other forms of violence. Please listen with care and compassion for yourself, and feel free to switch off at any point.  References in this episode: Will Gibb Tour Dates & Tickets https://comedy.com.au/tour/will-gibb/ Medicare Statistics 30654 (circumcision with local anaesthetic) 30658 (circumcision with general anaesthetic) https://medicarestatistics.humanservices.gov.au/statistics/mbs_item.html Circumcision in Australia: prevalence and effects on sexual health https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16925903/#:~:text=A%202001%2D02%20telephone%20survey%20of%2010%2C173%20men,unrelated%20to%20reporting%20sexually%20transmitted%20infections%20(STIs) Support: QLife: 1800 184 427. QLife provides anonymous and free LGBTI peer support and referral for people in Australia wanting to talk about sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships. Queerspace: 03 9663 6733. Queerspace provides a non-judgemental, queer affirmative counselling service. Lifeline: 13 11 14. Lifeline is a non-profit organisation that provides free, 24-hour telephone crisis support service in Australia. Volunteer crisis supporters provide suicide prevention services, mental health support and emotional assistance, not only via telephone but face-to-face and online. For a full list of support services, visit https://www.teachusconsent.com/get-support for resources such as 1800RESPECT and 13YARN, or call 000 in emergencies.  In Australia, Mental Health Care Plans are available through GPs and can provide access to subsidised sessions with mental health professionals. Reach out to your GP to discuss your options.  This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Gadigal people. The Teach Us Consent team respects and honours Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elders past and present, and their enduring connection to this land. We acknowledge that First Nations people disproportionately experience sexual violence, and we are committed to ending sexual violence.  Thank you for listening! Please support us by sharing this with a friend.

    38 min
  7. Teach Us About: New Sex Trends, The Male Hormonal Cycle & Affection in Sport

    MAR 1

    Teach Us About: New Sex Trends, The Male Hormonal Cycle & Affection in Sport

    Sport culture shapes so much of how we understand masculinity — strength, stoicism, triumph, and the pressure to “play on” no matter what. In this episode, we chat about moments that push back against that script, from athletes using big stages to speak about mental health, to teammates openly showing affection for one another. We unpack why it’s not as simple as telling men to “just open up,” and why healthy expressions of masculinity can still attract backlash. The conversation then widens to the male hormonal cycle, before diving into emerging sex and relationship trends like scrolling social media during intimacy and declining condom use in young people. Hosts: Anthony Stefanos (@anthonystefanos) & Tess Fuller (@tesssfuller) This podcast is produced by Annabelle Kablean (@hellsbell.es), Teach Us Consent and I Want It Yesterday Studios, and supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Want to go deeper? We've created hundreds of resources to help you get confident with consent, sex and relationships - visit teachusconsent.com. Content note: This material contains sensitive content, and includes references to suicide, mental health, sexual harassment and assault, and other forms of violence. Please listen with care and compassion for yourself, and feel free to switch off at any point.   If you need support, call Lifeline on 11 13 14 or head to lifeline.com.au, or call 000 in emergencies. For a full list of support services, visit https://www.teachusconsent.com/get-support for more resources such as 1800RESPECT and 13YARN. In Australia, Mental Health Care Plans are available through GPs and can provide access to subsidised sessions with mental health professionals. Reach out to your GP to discuss your options.  This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Bidjigal people. The Teach Us Consent team respects and honours Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elders past and present, and their enduring connection to this land. We acknowledge that First Nations people disproportionately experience sexual violence, and we are committed to ending sexual violence.  Studies and references in this episode: Paddy Pimblett - Post Fight Interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZF28H1ORD0 No Holds Barred - GWS Docuseries https://www.afl.com.au/news/1464497/go-inside-the-gws-giants-with-new-docuseries-no-holds-barred 1 in 3 college students admit to having done this shocking act during sex (NY Post) https://nypost.com/2026/02/07/lifestyle/1-in-3-college-students-admit-to-having-done-this-shocking-act-during-sex/ A focus on adolescent sexual health in Europe, central Asia and Canada (WHO) https://www.hbsc.org/new-who-hbsc-report-reveals-alarming-decline-in-adolescent-condom-use-across-europe-central-asia-and-canada/#:~:text=Decline%20in%20condom%20use%3A%20The,more%20dramatic%20reductions%20than%20others. Casual Condomless Sex, Range of Pornography Exposure, and Perceived Pornography Realism (Wright, Herbenick, Paul) https://www.researchgate.net/publication/350743820_Casual_Condomless_Sex_Range_of_Pornography_Exposure_and_Perceived_Pornography_Realism Thank you for listening! Please support us by sharing this with a friend.

    43 min
  8. Teach Us About: Red Pilling, That ‘Time of the Month’ & Pressure To Have Kids

    FEB 15

    Teach Us About: Red Pilling, That ‘Time of the Month’ & Pressure To Have Kids

    When online ideologies spill into real life, they shape how we date, relate to each other, and how we see ourselves.In this episode, we unpack the rise of “red-pill” thinking and the mainstreaming of beliefs about “high-value” men and women, the irony around “body count”, and challenge the double standards and rape myths embedded in these narratives – to refocus the conversation on accountability and respect. Then we zoom out to the broader gender expectations many of us grew up with — around sex, bodies, parenthood, and who is meant to provide or nurture — and how silence and shame around women’s health is still prevalent today. Hosts: Anthony Stefanos (@anthonystefanos) & Tess Fuller (@tesssfuller) This podcast is produced by Annabelle Kablean (@hellsbell.es), Teach Us Consent and I Want It Yesterday Studios, and supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services.Want to go deeper? We've created hundreds of resources to help you get confident with consent, sex and relationships - visit teachusconsent.com.Studies and references in this episode:The Man Box 2024 (Jesuit Social Services)https://jss.org.au/programs/research/the-man-box/Why dress codes can't stop sexual assault (SMH)https://www.smh.com.au/opinion/why-dress-codes-cant-stop-sexual-assault-20160415-go6wza.htmlWe are Childfree - Global community & storytelling projectIG: @weare.childfreeTeach Us How Sexual Violence Is Normalised - Teach Us Consent Podcasthttps://youtu.be/OBkAMK626aITeach Us About: How Much S*x Is Normal, Mismatched Desires & Unfollowing Women On Social Media - Teach Us Consent Podcasthttps://youtu.be/azhq8u66e2cGina Martin - Substackhttps://ginamartin.substack.com/More information on the menstrual cycle:https://www.mavencentre.com.au/maven-journal/the-down-low-on-vaginal-discharge/https://drbrighten.com/how-hormones-affect-mood-throughout-menstrual-cycle/Content note: This material contains sensitive content, and includes references to sexual harassment and assault, and other forms of violence. Please listen with care and compassion for yourself, and feel free to switch off at any point. For a full list of support services, visit https://www.teachusconsent.com/get-support for resources such as 1800RESPECT and 13YARN, or call 000 in emergencies. In Australia, Mental Health Care Plans are available through GPs and can provide access to subsidised sessions with mental health professionals. Reach out to your GP to discuss your options. This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Bidegal people. The Teach Us Consent team respects and honours Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elders past and present, and their enduring connection to this land. We acknowledge that First Nations people disproportionately experience sexual violence, and we are committed to ending sexual violence. Thank you for listening! Please support us by sharing this with a friend.

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Get confident with consent, s*x and relationships – one honest conversation at a time. From the team behind Teach Us Consent, this podcast breaks down the stuff we wish we’d learnt sooner – what flirting and dating respectfully looks like, how alcohol affects consent, the best ways to respond to rejection, how gender roles can cause harm in everyday life, and the ways p*rn and algorithms shape our views on s*x and one another. This podcast is here to make those big conversations easier, clearer, and way more human. No shame. No judgement. S*x and relationship education we all deserve.

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  • Creator
    Teach Us Consent
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
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    Explicit
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