The Good Sex Project
Good sex, good relationships - and how to have them.
Popsock Media
Show overview
The Good Sex Project has been publishing since 2023, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 43 episodes, alongside 14 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 30 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence, with the show now in its 3rd season.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 36 min and 49 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. Roughly 60% of episodes carry an explicit flag from the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Health & Fitness show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 5 days ago, with 12 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2024, with 17 episodes published. Published by Popsock Media.
From the publisher
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 [email protected]. 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: [email protected] or online chat.Rape Crisis – 0800 88 33 00 (will direct you to a nearby centre). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest Episodes
View all 43 episodesBella DePaulo - Single at Heart
The Waiting Room
BONUS: Tom Scott on navigating heartbreak and growth through music
Things Fell Apart
BONUS: Digital Dangers - The New Rules, with Netsafe's Sean Lyons
BONUS: Sex Bots & Data Dilemmas with Dr Rebecca Saunders
Artificial Intimacy
The Good Sex Project is back for Season 3!
LOVE BITE 4: Charlie
LOVE BITE 3: Jasmine
LOVE BITE 2: Chris
LOVE BITE 1: Sarah and Lane
We're BACK! And need YOU.
trailerThe 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.
BONUS: Live Masterclass with Nic Beets and Verity Thom
bonusIn 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.
BONUS: Update on Chloe from S1
bonusBonus 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.
BONUS: The Māori Therapist
bonusEIn 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 [email protected], 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.
S2 Ep 99: Horny Stories
EHorny 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.
BONUS: Aging well with Dr Olivia Smart + Nic Beets
bonusEGynaecologist 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.
S2 Ep 88: Autumn Years
ESex 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.
BONUS: Anke Richter
bonusJournalist and author Anke Richter shares her personal journey through the world of neo-tantra and reveals how easy it can be to become entangled in high-demand groups. Tune into this bonus episode for an eye-opening conversation that spans personal diary, investigative journalism, and critical advice on how to navigate these complex dynamics.Let's stay connected! InstagramFacebookTikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.