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The Hook Up

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Relationships
Mental Health
Consent
Dating Apps
Dating
Sexual Health
Communication In Relationships
Sex Education
Threesomes
Social Media
Intimacy
Communication
Masculinity
Therapy
Age Gap Relationships
Pleasure
Relationship Dynamics
Ethical Non-Monogamy
Feminism
Power Dynamics

The Hook Up is about love, sex and relationships. We answer your questions, learn things together, cry over heartbreak and normalise shit. Every Tuesday Dee and Pip debate your dating dilemmas and hear your cooked stories. Every Thursday it's the sex ed you never had — we call on an expert to go deep and find answers with Dee.

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Recent Guests

Stefanie O'Connell
Award-winning writer, author of The Ambition Penalty, speaker, journalist
The Ambition Penalty (book)
Episode: Why Some Men Are Threatened By Successful Women In Dating
Megan Kozak
Couples therapist
Independent therapist/clinical practice
Episode: What You Need To Know Before You Say I Love You
Raffaele Ciriello
Senior lecturer at the University of Sydney, scholar of compassionate digital innovation
University of Sydney
Episode: Will AI Save Dating Apps?
Claire Diaz
Sexologist
Independent sexologist / consultant
Episode: Reconnecting To Pleasure After Burnout, Stress or Grief
Daniel Foxx
Comedian, podcaster; writer of musical theater
Self/Guest
Episode: Dumping Over Text, Romantasy Smut & Mummy's Boys w/ Comedian Daniel Foxx
Anna Machin
World-renowned British evolutionary anthropologist; writer and researcher
University of Oxford
Episode: Lust, Limerence and Why We Love w/ Dr Anna Machin
Jill Dzadey
Couples therapist
Freedom Couples Counseling
Episode: An Expert’s Advice On Dating Your Co-Worker
Theresa Larkin
Associate professor at the University of Wollongong
University of Wollongong
Episode: The Truth About The ‘Biological Clock’
Lou Wall
Comedian performing a 'when did you know' story, hosting format as a guest on stage
Episode: The Hook Up Live: IYKYK

Hosts

Dee Salmon
Host of The Hook Up; collaborative on topics around love, sex, and relationships; associated with Triple J / The Hook Up
Pip Rasmussen
Co-host and interviewer; frequently leads interview segments and contributes to discussions on dating culture and relationships; associated with The Hook Up

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Disspaointed with the views of the hosts

    I used to really like the hook up, it opened my mind to a lot of ideas and I gained a better understanding of my sexuality and the sexuality of others.

    In the last few years though, I find it’s got a common running theme of talking down men. I now feel quite alienated and that men are made out to be the root of all relationship and sexual problems.

    Very disappointing that it’s not as inclusive and really pushes a line to hate on hetero males. Just because we are male, doesn’t me we are inhe... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    JacksonTuckers
    Australiaa year ago
  • Dom Ep

    Another male beat up!!! Come on ABC break up this rubbish dynamic and get a male co host in. The views of these feminist hosts are way too biased

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    127366272
    Australiaa year ago
  • Mardi Gras ep

    Legends for doing a Mardi Gras ep. Super informative, honest and non-judgemental. My 18 year old self would've felt so supported hearing these tips! Feeling safe enough to let loose and have a ball, that’s the key. Safety. Look out for each other x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fierce Girls Fans
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Thanks for diving into all these topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vejdud
    Australiaa year ago
  • Five Stars!

    Love this poddie! Topical and relatable content. Five stars!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Megawatzz
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise open, non-judgmental coverage of sexuality and relationships with expert guests.
Some criticism notes a perceived shift in tone since host changes, with calls for more diverse viewpoints.
Fans appreciate candid storytelling and practical takeaways, though a subset wishes for deeper analyses on certain topics.
Many reviews highlight high production quality and a broad scope of topics that feel relevant and relatable.

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#126
Australia/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#224
Argentina/Society & Culture

Talking Points

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What You Need To Know Before You Say I Love You
Q: How should you respond if you're not ready to say it back?
Acknowledge the sentiment, express appreciation for being heard, set a gentle boundary about when you might feel ready to say it back, and offer reassurance and a hug to honor the moment without pressure.
What You Need To Know Before You Say I Love You
Q: What should you consider before saying it for the first time?
Reflect on what the phrase means to you personally, whether your desire for the other person to respond in a certain way is driving you, and whether the relationship feels safe, steady, and ready for such a declaration.
Why Some Men Are Threatened By Successful Women In Dating
Q: What did the data reveal about income and relationship outcomes for women?
Income generally improves well-being and relationship satisfaction, but when women's income exceeds their partners', negative reactions—like increased abuse or infidelity—tend to rise, driven by male insecurity and power dynamics.
Why Some Men Are Threatened By Successful Women In Dating
Q: Why did you decide to write about women homeowners on dates and the reactions they faced?
The piece connects workplace ambition with dating dynamics, showing how progress in wealth and status can trigger backlash; it's about how society treats women who don't fit traditional expectations and how that shapes their love lives.
Will AI Save Dating Apps?
Q: Do you think this will save dating apps?
Raff acknowledges potential benefits like tailored experiences and accessibility improvements, but cautions that meaningful relationships are not easy to automate and that systemic changes are needed beyond AI tools.

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A candid, research-informed exploration of love, sex, and relationships anchored by two hosts who guide conversations through personal stories, expert insights, and practical advice. Topics span modern dating culture, workplace relationships, arousal and consent, and the science of love, often mixing humor with actionable takeaways. Guests range from therapists and sexologists to comedians and researchers, creating a dynamic mix of evidence-based guidance and relatable lived experiences. Notable is the show's willingness to tackle difficult conversations with both empathy and humor, and to bring in specialists for deeper dives into sexuality, psychology, and relationship dynamics.

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2. Megan Kozak
3. Raffaele Ciriello
4. Claire Diaz
5. Daniel Foxx
6. Anna Machin
7. Jill Dzadey
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