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Find and TellLost In Translation: The FinaleThe Find and Tell finale continues as Mark and Ben battle it out over the theme Lost In Translation. This week we hear from Ben. In passing conversation at a Christchurch pub, Ben discovered that all New Zealander's learn the Māori language in school. This left Ben wondering why he was never taught his Aboriginal language and he seeks out an answer. Ben's search leads him into deeper questions about Australian Aboriginal language preservation and the ownership of cultural knowledge - and even has his own mind changed. At end of this episode Jamila Ri...
2024-07-1633 min
Find and TellLost In Translation: Part OneThe Find and Tell two-part finale begins here, as Mark and Ben share the theme Lost In Translation. Both our storytellers have an extended amount of time to tell their story, and this week we will hear from Mark. For his final story, Mark demystifies one element of modern romance that has punctuated his own experiences of dating: Ghosting. Why do people ghost? Is it ever okay to ghost? How do you deal with a ghosting? All these questions are laid out, and lead to some unexpected perspectives on the matter. Featuring the wisdom of a...
2024-07-0926 min
Find and TellOdd One OutThis episode we say goodbye to two of our storytellers as we head towards the finale. Which will make it through - Mark, Kate, Naeun or Ben? Before then, Ben and Mark share their stories on the theme Odd One Out. As self-proclaimed ‘fatty’ Mark is here to show us that fatness can be an experience punctuated by joy! Joined by besties Tess and Cribbs who founded Radically Soft – a plus size clothing collective, they talk about the trials and tribulations that come with trying to shop as a plus size person, the importance of communi...
2024-07-0237 min
Find and TellNew BeginningsThis episode kicks off the four final stories from our storytellers before the finals, where only two will advance. Naeun and Kate share the theme of New Beginnings. Naeun finds herself in a small country town in New South Wales, as locals flock to the showgrounds, ready for a big day out. But this isn’t a music festival. It’s a police auction, where thousands of items – lost, stolen or seized – will be sold off to the highest bidder. In the climax to Kates heartbreak trilogy, she stumbles across Yumi Stynes divorce party, and begins t...
2024-06-2536 min
Find and TellToday Was a Bad DayAs we approach the half way point of the series, Naeun and Ben go head to head to tell a story on the theme Today Was A Bad Day. 10 years ago, Ben had planned a day to take his friend Brenna out surfing for the first time. Hours later, he was driving Brenna to the hospital, covered in blood. Ben’s been carrying the guilt from that day ever since. So, he reaches out to Brenna, to make amends, and for a chance at forgiveness. And Naeun takes us back to a day in 2020 when sis...
2024-06-1835 min
Find and TellForgive and ForgetWe've now met all four of our storytellers, but the competition has only just begun to heat up. This episode we see the return of Kate and Mark as they share a story on the theme Forgive and Forget. Mark takes us back to the early 2000s, when Australian Idol was the beating heart of this nation’s popular culture. He speaks with one contestant whose wings were rising to the height of success and fame, before a twist of fate brought them crashing down. Kate's break up story continues, as she turns to musical ar...
2024-06-1138 min
Find and TellUnlikely AlliesIt's time to meet our final two storytellers, Mark Mariano and Naeun Kim. This week they go head-to-head on the theme Unlikely Allies. Mark grew up as a member of the Mormon church. But in his early teen years he left it all behind - because he felt that his sexuality and his spirituality could not co-exist. In this story, he explores that divide, and whether it needs to be there. And Naeun investigates the name "Karen", which has become synonymous with a demanding, entitled white woman with a compulsive tendency to ask for the...
2024-06-0436 min
Find and TellStart here: Silver LiningsIntroducing our first two storytellers, Ben Haywood and Kate Robinson. This week they go head-to-head to find and tell the best story on the theme Silver Linings. Ben investigates a small country village that became home to a mind-boggling mystery when it was suddenly overrun by hundreds of… teddy bears. And Kate's story begins amidst an emotional breakup, when out of the blue she receives a voice message from a friend. Enlisting help from Elizabeth Day, Kate creates a love letter to those friends who hold us together when life falls apart. Find and...
2024-05-2837 min
Find and TellIntroducing... Find and TellFind and Tell is the search for the next generation of Australian storytellers. Think of it like one of those TV talent shows... but without the singing and spinning chairs. After a nation-wide search and hundreds of entries, four diverse Australians have been selected, trained, and set free to Find and Tell unique and interesting stories from around the country. Join host Jamila Rizvi and the best up and coming storytellers Australia has to offer as they go head-to-head competing to give you the best story – one storyteller will take home the grand prize and be...
2024-05-2102 min
Brain FuelIntroducing... Find and TellFind and Tell is the search for the next generation of Australian storytellers. Think of it like one of those TV talent shows... but without the singing and spinning chairs. After a nation-wide search and hundreds of entries, four diverse Australians have been selected, trained, and set free to Find and Tell unique and interesting stories from around the country. Join host Jamila Rizvi and the best up and coming storytellers Australia has to offer as they go head-to-head competing to give you the best story – one storyteller will take home the grand prize and be...
2024-05-2102 min
Concealed with Art SimoneWelcome to Concealed with Art SimoneSometimes the most ordinary-looking people can have extraordinary hidden lives. In Art Simone's new podcast, every episode is an exciting journey of discovery as Art is joined by a guest who appears to be normal… but is hiding an incredible secret. Credits: Producer: Indianna Symons Audio engineer: Ryan Pemberton Theme music: Alexis Weaver See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-09-2101 min
No Longer a VirginReputation with HarryWhat we're taught in our formative years from the people around us, can majorly impact the way we enter into relationships.Harry speaks about the pressures he felt around having sex, and how he felt that correlated to him becoming a man.He reminds us that no matter what you were taught growing up, you can always unlearn those lessons to create better habits and stronger relationships.
2021-10-2719 min
No Longer a VirginPandora's Box with MaddySometimes waiting to have sex until the time is right, can be like opening Pandora's box when the time comes.Maddy speaks about the beautiful moments that come out of the first time having sex when you experience it with someone that you love.She also preaches how important self-pleasure is and getting to know your body before you can expect someone else to understand it.
2021-10-2020 min
No Longer a VirginPretty Chuffed with OllyThe people we surround ourselves with can dramatically impact where we put the markers of success in our lives.Olly speaks about his quest to have sex for the first time after he felt he had fallen behind his peers.He reminds us of the awkwardness of teenage romances and learning how to speak to girls.
2021-10-1320 min
No Longer a VirginGold Star with KariahSometimes it's difficult to ascertain when you've had sex, making it hard to pinpoint your first time.Kariah speaks about the difficulty of finding the line between sex with female partners and foreplay.She opens up about her journey to her first orgasm, and all the difficulties along the way, and the unexpected reaction she had when it first happened.If you want to learn more about anorgasmia, you can read more about it here.Learn more about the entire clitoris and different ways to stimulate it here.
2021-10-0620 min
No Longer a VirginSextra: Self-PleasureStory after story we keep hearing that it's crucial to know our own bodies to get full pleasure from sex, so let's learn how to pleasure ourselves!Sexologist Elaine S. Turner has come on board to talk about erogenous zones, sex toys, and all things self-pleasure.To find out more or get in touch with Elaine visit sexwithelaine.com or check out her Instagram @sexwithelaine.
2021-10-0211 min
No Longer a VirginNot a Goddamn Virgin with PappyIf the idea of virginity is weighing you down, sometimes you just have to go for it.Pappy speaks about the feeling of rejection that came from being the last person in his friendship group to have sex.Eventually, he did have sex, but this feeling of insecurity stayed and led to some bad behaviour and tough conversations.Pappy reminds us that good people can make mistakes, but there's always space for reform.
2021-09-2921 min
No Longer a VirginJust the Tip with EmilySometimes you're just so horny you cannot physically wait to have sex any longer.Emily speaks about being an early bloomer and feeling like she couldn't connect with her friends because of it.She teaches us about orgasms, self-pleasure, and what virginity should actually look like.Emily is studying sexology and has a sex podcast of her own called That's Orgasmic.If you've come to the show notes look for the orgasm book it's Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski. Happy climaxing!
2021-09-2223 min
No Longer a VirginA Bit Cheeky with JakeBreaking into an establishment to have sex just makes the first time even more thrilling, right?Jake speaks about the heartrate-rising risks he took to have sex for the very first time.He reminds us that being open and honest with the people around us, leads to better relationships and a helluva lot of fun!
2021-09-1520 min
No Longer a VirginGettin' Frisky with SamSometimes sex and love involve taking some risks.Sam speaks about a long-term situationship, and how a lack of confidence can affect the search for love and sex.He reminds us that taking the pressure off from finding 'the one', might just lead you to the right person.
2021-09-0819 min
No Longer a VirginPanty Dropping with FionaWe should do everything at our own pace, including sex.Fiona speaks about a series of first times that happened after her discovering a good relationship with herself first.She reminds us that we shouldn't rush things because we think they should happen, but instead, wait until the time is right.
2021-09-0123 min
No Longer a VirginNo Longer a Virgin Season 1 Wrap UpThanks for being on the journey throughout ten different first-time stories. We will be back with season 2 very soon. Keep up to date on Instagram @nolongeravirginSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-06-2902 min
No Longer a VirginBoobs and Stuff with KyleWhat happens if you give a subpar performance your first time having sex? You lie.Kyle speaks about not being ready to have sex at the time the rest of his friends were, and how a few events in your past can shape your sexual activity.
2021-06-1620 min
No Longer a VirginHopeless Romantic with KyraWhat happens when you're in love with someone and you want them to feel the same way? You have sex with them.Kyra speaks about the misconceptions she had about virginity and the power of sex, and because of that she's still dealing with the trauma that came from her first time having sex.
2021-06-0920 min
No Longer a VirginBare Grylls with JohnWhat do you do if you want to have sex but don't have a condom? You get creative.Jon talks about his own internal pressure to have sex, so he could feel like he belonged with the guys he was around. He was determined to lose his virginity and make sure everyone had a good time while doing so, even if it came with a cost.
2021-06-0219 min
No Longer a VirginA Handmaid's Tale with EliseWhat happens when you feel like a geriatric virgin? You download Tinder of course.Elise takes us through her long wait to lose her virginity, and how at first it seemed like it was going to end terribly, but six years on, she's grateful for the way it panned out.
2021-05-2620 min
No Longer a VirginPenetration & Representation with JasonWhat happens when you don't have much choice in your small regional town for sexual partners? You move to the big smoke and find yourself some options on the dating apps.Jason takes us through the story of his first time, however, it's not so linear and he pretty much has four first-time experiences, all wildly different from each other. Jason will leave you wanting to learn more about sexuality, representation, and how to be a better human.
2021-05-1920 min
No Longer a VirginPencil Dick with KylieThere are many factors that can influence our decision to have sex for the first time, attraction, peer pressure, overwhelming horniness, or even a movie.Kylie takes us back to the 80s to talk about the surprising motivator behind her first time at a popular holiday destination.
2021-05-1219 min
No Longer a VirginGood Team Player with TimIf your first time having sex is with someone who is more experienced, do you let them take on the role of coach and become a good team player?Tim speaks about letting things fall into place, and how if you don't push experiences, they end up better. Not great, but better than they could have played out.
2021-05-0520 min
No Longer a VirginHell Yeah! With SusieTrigger warning: This episode discusses sexual assault.Susie is the human version of sunshine, but behind that sunny disposition, she holds a story that we always hope that no one has to experience.Not all first-time sexual experiences are consensual, but that doesn't have to define your relationship with sex.For more sex positivity form Susie, follow her on Instagram @sexwithsusie, or @businesscollectionmagazine.
2021-04-2821 min
No Longer a VirginLove is a Pulsing Erection with WillWhat do you get when you combine a forward French exchange student and a horny 16-year-old boy?Will speaks about the awkwardness of first times and the awkwardness of timing. He will make you realise that every straight teenage boys fantasy coming true, isn't always a dream come true.
2021-04-2120 min
No Longer a VirginForeplay at Dinner with PrueWhat happens when you realise that the first time you had sex, wasn't actually the first time you had sex?The intelligent and curious Prue speaks about her experiences and complexities of the virginity narrative that we are fed when you are a part of the LGBTQI+ community.She breaks down not just one first time, but two of her first times having sex, the history of virginity, and she even gives a few tips to keep your own sex life alive.Book recommendation: Mating in Captivity by Esther PerelOrgasm Study: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10508-017-0939-z
2021-04-1419 min
No Longer a VirginNo Longer a Virgin TrailerWe've all seen the movies and the way they portray the first time having sex, and it's nothing like what happens in real life. These are real stories of people having sex for the very first time.Submit your own story @nolongeravirgin on instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-0502 min