This is one of our favourite questions we’ve been asked! Adie and Tom talk through what we can do if we realise we’ve caused harm to someone, ways we can reflect and how we can change behaviour. The episode also discusses the lack of good role models in owning our mistakes and the gap in our community support for young people who have caused harm but want to change. Findings from the 2017 National Community Attitudes towards Violence against Women Survey (NCAS) (ANROWS Insights, Issue...

Sadly, this is a pretty common experience. In this episode, Tom & Adie talk about the warning signs our body gives us when we feel unsafe, what our options are, and what it means to be an ‘Ethical Bystander’ when we see someone in distress. You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qs This podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmania Or online at https://www.sass.org.au/ We...

This can be a really scary prospect for people. What do we do when a breakup feels like it’s becoming unsafe? Adie & Tom walk through what our rights are and what kind of supports we can access personally and professionally. You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qs This podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmania Or online at https://www.sass.org.au/ We understand that sometimes...

Technology moves faster than we can keep up with. Young people are dealing with social situations and expectations that adults often can’t even comprehend. In this episode, Tom & Adie talk about the crazy world of online messaging, sexting, nudes and how to manage your boundaries in a constantly changing landscape. You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qs This podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook -...

Heads up, this episode will include explicit conversation around sexual harm. This is a tough one – There are so many reasons why someone might not want to get help after an assault, and it can feel like an impossible task to know but also keep it to yourself. In this episode, Adie & Tom talk through our options when someone discloses to us but asks us to keep it to ourselves – Who the professionals are, what our obligations are, and how we can support the person in the moment. You’ll...

Adie & Tom are ready to tackle the big question: What even IS sex? They discuss how to answer this very sticky question in an age-appropriate way, share their own experiences with ‘the talk’ and deep dive into understanding values and boundaries around sex. You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qs This podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmania Or online at...

A common conundrum! Your partner is about to Meet The Parents and all you can think about is how many ways there are to upset the folks. In this episode, Tom and Adie discuss the difference between healthy discussions and power plays, and how they navigate these things in their own worlds. You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qs This podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmania Or...

Sounds like a crazy idea right?! Join Adie and Tom as they talk about what it actually means to be consenting, why it’s not just about sex, and why consent might be both simpler and more complicated when we’re younger.  You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qs This podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmania Or online at https://www.sass.org.au/ We understand that sometimes what we...

You might have old memories of seeing cartoon or animated characters on tv and having some strong feelings! In this episode, Tom and Adie discuss the idea of being turned on by cartoons, which cartoons sparked that special something for them, all the complicated feelings, and what is ‘normal’ or ‘okay’ when it comes to being turned on. You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qs This podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on...

Trailer for the upcoming season of Sticky Q's!  A podcast where we answer anonymous questions from kids in our real life sex education classes.  You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qs This podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmania Or online at https://www.sass.org.au/ We understand that sometimes what we discuss might cause distress or concern for listeners. 24/7 support is...