Join Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, Lucy Smith and their scientific guests, with a bunch of curious triple j listeners for a weekly injection of science, myth-bashing and answers!
Simply The Jest - Australia's most competitive storytelling competition, for Australia's least impressive prize.
The Hook Up is the Sex-Ed you wish you’d had. Dee Salmin talks all things sex, love and relationships, and hangs out with a team of experts who delve into their love lives and answer all your sexy questions.
Lucy Smith talks to artists to find out the stories behind your favourite songs.
Richard Kingsmill (triple j Group Music Director) brings you up to speed on some of the key releases of the week. In depth interviews, roundtable discussions with the music teams across the triple j networks, it's all here for you to stay on top of today's music. Richard hosts '2022' each Sunday from 6pm on triple j as well.
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BONUS: Rainbow History Class With Hannah McElhinney
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Ever heard of the Ancient roman trans icon Elagabalus who set tigers on her dinner party guests? Or what about the San Diego lesbians banding together to save gay men during the HIV AIDS crisis? There’s so many queer and trans stories that've been erased all the back from ancient China to now, but author and content creator Hannah McElhinney is her…
On this episode of simply the jest we’re getting handsy.We’ve gathered you best stories about holding a hands, injuring hands and even getting a little bit freaky with your hands.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Why do Shells have tiny holes? How do Clown Fish avoid being stung? Is Algae the future?Bianca Nogrady and David Wachenfeld answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
The great Esther Perel once said “foreplay begins after your last orgasm”. So if it’s something you do for a couple of minutes before sex - target audience reached. You need to hear this.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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"I popped a squat and then all I could hear was CLAPPING"
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On this episode of simply the jest, grab your sunscreen and hat because we’re heading to the backyard!You’ll hear about backyard accidents, arrests and a whole lotta defecation.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Are wind powered cars possible? Can you get sick from rapid changes in temperature? Can Astronauts be tickled in space?Bianca Nogrady answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.Producer: Lu HillBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation
To celebrate WorldPride this month, we’re hearing your queer bite-sized love stories - and now it's time for the big finale.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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What's Performance Anxiety? And Why Can It Cause Erectile Dysfunction?
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If you’ve struggled to get hard or ‘get it up’ it might be because you’re stressed or anxious about being good in bed.And so many of you told us you have so much shame around erectile dysfunction. In this ep, we find out what performance anxiety is, how to cope, and how to best help as a partner.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
On this episode of simply the jest it's our 100th podcast, so we wanted to give you a very Jess themed episode!Yes! Jess is this week’s theme. You’ll hear about some very chaotic jess’s who get into all sorts of trouble including, celebrity hitchhiking, STD checks and even getting stuck in a washing machine.…
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Morning Breath, Energy & Aurora Australis
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How does our body use energy? Why does food change colour when cooked? Why deos Beer taste stronger when its warm?Dr Karl & Professor Alice Motion answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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QUEER LOVE BITES: The Art Collector and The Artist
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To celebrate WorldPride this month, we’re hearing your queer bite-sized love stories. And nothing screams modern gay love like a grindr hook up that turned into the love of your life moving into your place the very next day. That’s what happened to art collector Wade who fell in love at first sight with artist Teejay.…
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How To Date And Find Love In A Small Town
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Dating in regional or rural Australia can be pretty tough. There’s like five people on the apps, everyone knows everyone’s business and you have to be careful you don’t accidentally go on a date with your second cousin.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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"I let out a ripping fart, the kind that VIBRATES"
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On this episode of simply the jest we’re meeting the parents!We’re gathering all of your awkward and cringey stories where you meet the parents of your loved ones.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Do we age the same in outer space? Can some animals have Gay sex? Is the fungus from 'The Last of Us' real?Dr Karl & Dr Naomi Koh Belic answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
To celebrate WorldPride this month, we’re hearing your queer bite-sized love stories.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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When Is The Right Time To Move In Together?
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Moving in with your partner can make or break a relationship - you might see a bunch of red flags or it might make you closer than ever. We find out if there's a right time to do it, and get some hot tips from you on how to make it work.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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"The next thing I know is my NOODLE is on fire"
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On this episode of simply the jest grab your towel and soap because we’re jumping into the shower.You’ll hear about Waffle Stomps, Shower Sex and a whole lotta injuries.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Why do Cicadas chirp? Were there in-between stages in human evolution from Ape to Human? Could we survive by eating our own skin?Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How To Explore And Embrace Your Bisexuality
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You told us that dating as a bisexual person can be a really shit time. You've had people say stuff like "it’s just a phase" or "pick a side."By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
On this episode of simply the jest we get on the lease and ask for your best housemate stories! You’ll hear about identity theft, curling one off in a bag and ducks!By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Why does Jupiter have so many moons? Why are there different layers of clouds? What is heat haze?Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Friends with benefits can be a really great way to have no strings attached sex, but it can also get really messy, especially if someone catches feelings.So is it possible to bang your mates without ruining the friendship? We’ll get your hot tips and chat to a sex and relationships therapist about how to nail the FWB.…
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"I got a job as a ski instructor but DIDN'T know how to ski!"
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On this episode of simply the jest we’re spilling secrets because the theme is “Don’t tell the Boss”!You’ll hear about secret parties, secret relationships & secret doctors certificates .By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
How do we measure time? What should come first, sunscreen or insect repellent? Where do Blue Bottles come from?Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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"I pretty much got a ZIPPER down my gooch"
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On this episode of simply the jest we’re on the hunt for your best ball stories.We’re talking about balls in sports, jobs involving balls and of course, alot of mangled nut sacks.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
How does Bluetooth work? Will human's evolve to lose all of our hair? Is the hole in the Ozone Layer repaired?Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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"It got down to 10 degrees and we'd have to keep raving faster!"
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On this episode of simply the jest rug up because we’re stepping into the Fridge!You’ll hear about fridges, freezers and even severed fingers.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Can temperature affect food allergies? Could our shoes be harming the environment? What's the song that makes Dr Karl cry?Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.Producer: Joe KhanBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Flickering lights, snake digestion and air conditioners
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Can smells stick in your nose forever? Do clouds actually "burn away"? Do monkeys also have genetic disorders?Dr Karl answers these questions and more, on triple j Mornings with host Lucy Smith.Producer: Nick GerberBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation
On this episode of simply the jest we’re paying tribute to the glorious Pat Boone with your best B B B B Boone-us callers!These are the Boone-us callers that we didn’t quite get to during the year. You’ll hear stories of injuries, a celebrity encounter and a whole lotta bodily fluids.Hosts: Michael Hing, Lewis Hobba and Jess PerkinsProducers: Lu Hi…