Podcast
The Good Sex Project
Hosted by Popsock Media · ENGLISH
A podcast about good sex, good relationships and how to have them. Follow creator and host Melody Thomas as she meets everyday New Zealanders, who speak with striking openness and vulnerability about real issues in their sex and love lives. Meet internationally renowned experts with practical advice that you can use in your own life. The Good Sex Project is an internationally-award winning sexual revolution in podcast form. Get listening now! The Good Sex Project is made with the support of New Zealand on Air. If you want to get in touch with Melody or the team, please send us a message on Instagram - @goodsexproject - or email goodsexproject@gmail.com. WARNING: This podcast contains frank conversations about sex and relationships, and includes some swearing. Some episodes also deal with themes around toxic relationships. WHERE TO GET HELP:Victim Support – 0800 842 846 (24-hour service).Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor.Youthline – 0800 376 633, free text 234, email: talk@youthline.co.nz or online chat.Rape Crisis – 0800 88 33 00 (will direct you to a nearby centre).
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LOVE BITE 3: Jasmine
3d ago00:26:49Tap to summarizeJasmine and her husband, together since their teens, had just started to reconnect and really learn about intimacy after having kids when Jasmine got a shock diagnosis. While they navigate Jasmine’s health journey, they continue to connect in ways that surprise them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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LOVE BITE 2: Chris
2w ago00:28:10Tap to summarizeWhen he was 14, Chris made a list of the attributes of his dream girlfriend. But as time ticked by, no-one made the grade. He was happy to wait until she appeared… but at some point he realised he was the only virgin on campus. And then M came along - who ticked almost none of his boxes, but was super fun and incredible. What should Chris do? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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LOVE BITE 1: Sarah and Lane
2w ago00:22:18Tap to summarizeAfter three kids dulled their once-magnetic sex life, mid-40s couple Sarah and Lane throw out expectations and pressure, un-learn old patterns, add some new tantra tricks to the repertoire and rebuild connection through weekly ‘naked nights’. Find Libido Liberation on Insta - @libidoliberation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →We're BACK! And need YOU.
Aug 2600:01:34Tap to summarizeThe Good Sex Project will be back in 2026, and we're still looking for some people with specific experiences and stories to speak to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →BONUS: Live Masterclass with Nic Beets and Verity Thom
Sep 30, 202400:45:08Tap to summarizeIn association with Ensemble and live from The Village in Auckland, Melody is joined by intimacy and relationship experts Nic Beets and Verity Thom to discuss the vital role of having and re-centering pleasure in our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →BONUS: Update on Chloe from S1
Sep 9, 202400:06:21Tap to summarizeBonus alert! In this mini episode, Chloe - who shared her list of "f**keries" in season 1 - leaves a voice memo with a surprising update.Let's stay connected! InstagramFacebookTikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →BONUS: The Māori Therapist
Sep 6, 202400:39:44Tap to summarizeIn this special bonus episode of TGSP, we introduce you to Jemma Bennett, an extraordinary therapist based in Tauranga who goes by 'The Māori Therapist' on Instagram. Jemma shares her deeply moving life story, alongside her professional insights into the cycles of abuse and the complexities of intimate relationships. This episode is a raw, touching, and enlightening exploration of resilience, healing, and the importance of pleasure, connection, and cultural identity in overcoming trauma.If you or anyone you know needs support, please reach out to one of the following helplines. Women’s Refuge 0800 733 843 Safe to Talk Sexual Harm Helpline free call 0800 044 334 anytime.Shine Free call 0508 744 633 between 9am and 11pm (for men and women)1737, Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 to talk to a trained counsellor.Kidsline 0800 54 37 54 for people up to 18 years old. Open 24/7.What’s Up 0800 942 8787 (for 5 to 18-year-olds). Phone counselling available Monday-Friday, noon-11pm and weekends, 3pm-11pm. Online chat is available 3pm-10pm daily.Youthline 0800 376 633, free text 234, email talk@youthline.co.nz, or find online chat and other support options here.If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 111Let's stay connected! InstagramFacebookTikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →9: Horny Stories
Aug 26, 202400:48:56Tap to summarizeHorny stories are having a moment. What is it about them that's got us so thirsty? What makes a good horny storyline good, and a bad one... dismal? And is erotic media just for fun, or does it have the potential to impact our actual sex lives? Melody speaks with "kooky, spooky" romance writer Steff Green, erotic audio maker Ryan Mairs aka Marisyy and Intimacy coordinator Ita O'Brien (Normal People, Sex Education, I May Destroy You) about the power of stories in fueling sexual desire and breaking taboos. Let's stay connected! InstagramFacebookTikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →BONUS: Aging well with Dr Olivia Smart + Nic Beets
Aug 26, 202400:59:28Tap to summarizeGynaecologist Dr Olivia Smart and Clinical Psychologist Nic Beets talk about some of the physical, sexual, and mental health effects of ageing, including in depth discussion of peri, post, and menopause, and how to support your partner through these changes. They also touch on changes in the male body, and explain why getting older doesn't have to mean the end of a happy, thriving sex life - if you don't want it to.Let's stay connected! InstagramFacebookTikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →8: Autumn Years
Aug 19, 202400:52:54Tap to summarizeSex and ageing, we explore the intersection of sexuality, ageing, and personal transformation. Host Melody Thomas delves into stories from those experiencing newfound freedoms and adventures in their later years. From touching accounts of midlife crises to the joy of rediscovery, this episode sheds light on navigating sexual health, menopause, and ultimately, embracing a fulfilling and vibrant life at any age.Let's stay connected! InstagramFacebookTikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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