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The Good Sex Project

Popsock Media
Relationships
Tantra
Pleasure
Connection
Sexuality
Vulnerability
Kink
Slow Sex
Dating
Menopause
Sex Education
Intimacy
Sexual Health
Parenting
Purity Culture
Mental Health
Pornography
Sexual Connection
Emotional Floor Plan
Christianity

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 ... more

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The Good Sex Project will be back in 2026, and we're still looking for some people with specific experiences and stories to speak to.

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In 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.

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Bonus alert! In this mini episode, Chloe - who shared her list of "f**keries" in season 1 - leaves a voice memo with a surprising update.

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In 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... more

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Recent Guests

Jemma Bennett
Counselor and sex therapist known as the Māori Therapist
Episode: BONUS: The Māori Therapist
Steff Green
Spicy romance writer with around 50 books published under the pen name Stephanie Holmes
Episode: 9: Horny Stories
Ryan Mairs
Audio erotica voice actor and content creator
Quinn
Episode: 9: Horny Stories
Ita O'Brien
Intimacy coordinator known for her work on shows like Normal People
Episode: 9: Horny Stories
Anke Richter
Journalist, foreign correspondent, and author of "Cult Trip"
Episode: BONUS: Anke Richter
Erica Smith
Sex educator specializing in high-control religions, discusses purity culture and sexual education.
Episode: 7: Purity ring
Yumi Stynes
Professional broadcaster based in Australia and a co-author of sexuality education books for teens.
Episode: BONUS: Yumi Stynes + Dr Jane Cherrington
Dr. Jane Cherrington
Researcher and writer who produced materials on sex and pornography education for children.
Sex in Space
Episode: BONUS: Yumi Stynes + Dr Jane Cherrington
Etta Bollinger
Queer disabled writer and activist
Episode: 2: Pleasure Is Political

Host

Melody Thomas
Creator and host of an award-winning project focusing on sex and relationships, engaging audiences with open discussions and expert insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 392 ratings
  • such fun

    so funny, well-edited and educational! a wonderful insight into bodies and pleasure, and what that means for all different people

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aodwbr
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Fun and informative

    I’ve learned so much from this poddy and at the same time it feels like I’m just listening to my mates have a yarn 🥰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    michelle erika
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Delivering the goods (consensually)

    The show I wished I’d had 20 years ago! I consider this a pre-requisite now for anyone wishing to be in relationship with me …! Thank you Melody and your team for doing this important, life-affirming mahi. You are leaving the world a better, safer, more informed place.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hannah Davison
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Fun, educational, interesting & important!!

    Such an informative, yet fun, interesting and important podcast. Something for everyone — a must listen x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the_curvenz
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Get on it

    Love everything about this podcast. Required listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Genkibeth
    New Zealanda year ago

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Many find the mix of humor and education makes the content relatable and engaging.
The show is praised for its inclusivity, empowering listeners to explore their own sexual health and relationships without judgment.
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BONUS: Emily Nagoski on the gender mirage, emotional floor plans and magic tricks
Q: What do you mean by the gender mirage?
It's an illusion created by rigid societal norms that dictate how genders should behave in relationships.
BONUS: Emily Nagoski on the gender mirage, emotional floor plans and magic tricks
Q: Can you explain the difference between desire and pleasure?
Desire is about wanting, while pleasure is about experiencing enjoyment; they are neurologically distinct.
BONUS: Emily Nagoski on the gender mirage, emotional floor plans and magic tricks
Q: What is the emotional floor plan you discuss in your book?
It's a metaphor for understanding the different emotional states that influence our sexual desire and connection.
BONUS: Anke Richter
Q: How not to start a cult?
There are a lot of great people out there, but it's a huge unregulated market.
BONUS: Anke Richter
Q: How do we navigate that?
If I had the answer, I could run courses on that.

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Focuses on candid discussions around the intricacies of sex and relationships, featuring heartfelt narratives from everyday individuals and insights from renowned experts. Topics range from intimacy, vulnerability, and communication to the impacts of societal expectations on personal experiences. It addresses diverse perspectives, including those of marginalized communities, and explores themes such as sexuality, mental health, and relationship dynamics in a safe, empowering environment. Its unique approach combines education with humor, making challenging subjects accessible.

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2. Steff Green
3. Ryan Mairs
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5. Anke Richter
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7. Yumi Stynes
8. Dr. Jane Cherrington

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