Sticky Q's
Sticky Q's
Sticky Q's
Join hosts Tom and Adie as they answer anonymous questions written on sticky notes from their real-life consent education classes.  Covering sex, relationships, consent and lots more in between, this podcast can help you start conversations and tackle the sticky questions from young people in your life.
What do you do if you are getting weird vibes from a guy in the street and you can’t do anything?
Sadly, this is a pretty common experience. In this episode, Tom & Adietalk about the warning signs our body gives us when we feel unsafe, what ouroptions are, and what it means to be an ‘Ethical Bystander’ when we see someonein distress.You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qsThis podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmaniaOr 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 available in the following ways: Tasmania Wide: 1800 697 877 (1800 MY SUPPORT)https://www.1800mysupport.org.au Australia wide: 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au
Apr 9, 2024
22 min
If you’re in a toxic relationship and they tell you they will do something to themselves, how do you get out of that relationship?
This can be a really scary prospect for people. What do we do when a breakup feelslike it’s becoming unsafe? Adie & Tom walk through what our rights are and whatkind of supports we can access personally and professionally.You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qsThis podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmaniaOr 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 available in the following ways: Tasmania Wide: 1800 697 877 (1800 MY SUPPORT)https://www.1800mysupport.org.au Australia wide: 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au
Apr 2, 2024
21 min
A  guy with a girlfriend messaged me saying he’s attracted to me etc., and that he just wants to have a bit of fun
Technology moves faster than we can keep up with. Young people are dealing withsocial situations and expectations that adults often can’t even comprehend. In thisepisode, Tom & Adie talk about the crazy world of online messaging, sexting, nudesand how to manage your boundaries in a constantly changing landscape.You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qsThis podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmaniaOr 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 available in the following ways: Tasmania Wide: 1800 697 877 (1800 MY SUPPORT)https://www.1800mysupport.org.au Australia wide: 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au
Mar 26, 2024
26 min
What is the best thing to do when you know someone that has been assaulted but they don’t want you to tell anyone?
Heads up, this episode will include explicit conversation around sexual harm. This isa tough one – There are so many reasons why someone might not want to get helpafter an assault, and it can feel like an impossible task to know but also keep it toyourself. In this episode, Adie & Tom talk through our options when someonediscloses to us but asks us to keep it to ourselves – Who the professionals are, whatour obligations are, and how we can support the person in the moment.You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qsThis podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmaniaOr 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 available in the following ways: Tasmania Wide: 1800 697 877 (1800 MY SUPPORT)https://www.1800mysupport.org.au Australia wide: 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au
Mar 19, 2024
25 min
What is sex?
Adie & Tom are ready to tackle the big question: What even IS sex? They discusshow to answer this very sticky question in an age-appropriate way, share their ownexperiences with ‘the talk’ and deep dive into understanding values and boundariesaround sex.You’ll find more questions and answers on our Instagram.com/sticky_qsThis podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmaniaOr 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 available in the following ways: Tasmania Wide: 1800 697 877 (1800 MY SUPPORT)https://www.1800mysupport.org.au Australia wide: 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au
Mar 8, 2024
18 min
Is it okay to try and recommend to my partner how to act around my parents?
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_qsThis podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmaniaOr 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 available in the following ways: Tasmania Wide: 1800 697 877 (1800 MY SUPPORT)https://www.1800mysupport.org.au Australia wide: 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au
Feb 27, 2024
19 min
Do your parents need consent to clip your toenails?
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_qsThis podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmaniaOr 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 available in the following ways: Tasmania Wide: 1800 697 877 (1800 MY SUPPORT)https://www.1800mysupport.org.au Australia wide: 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au
Feb 20, 2024
22 min
Is it ok to get turned on by cartoons?
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_qsThis podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmaniaOr 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 available in the following ways: Tasmania Wide: 1800 697 877 (1800 MY SUPPORT)https://www.1800mysupport.org.au Australia wide: 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au
Feb 13, 2024
17 min
Coming Soon
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_qsThis podcast is produced at Tasmania’s Sexual Assault Support Service, find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sasstasmaniaOr 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 available in the following ways: Tasmania Wide: 1800 697 877 (1800 MY SUPPORT)https://www.1800mysupport.org.au Australia wide: 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au
Feb 9, 2024
42 sec