In this episode, we’re unpacking the mess around sex, dating, and safe practices - like why talking about STIs, contraception, and boundaries shouldn’t feel awkward but essential. From porn and social media to outdated ideas about flirting and sex, we look at how confusion and pressure can lead people to ignore their comfort or rush into things. We’ll bust common myths, explore how to navigate consent in and out of the moment, and chat about why safe sex is more than just condoms - it’s about respect, communication, and shared responsibility.

Featuring: Angie Wan (@consentlabs), Mitch Greer (@mitch.greer), Maggie Zhou (@yemagz) and Emerson Brophy (@emersonbrophy).

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This episode was produced by Teach Us Consent and Not Another and hosted by Anthony Stefanos, supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services.

Content note: This material contains sensitive content, and may include references to sexual harassment and assault, homophobia, transphobia, racism and other forms of violence. Please listen with care and compassion for yourself, and feel free to switch off at any point. You can visit teachusconconsent.com/support for resources such as 1800RESPECT and 13YARN, or call 000 in emergencies.

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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.

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