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PODCAST DISCIPLE // F**ks Given
IN EVERY ISSUE WE ASK A PODCAST DISCIPLE FIVE QUESTIONS ABOUT THEIR LOVE OF PODCASTS AND PODCASTING. FOR THIS ISSUE WE’RE JOINED BY FLORENCE BARK & REED AMBER, FROM F**KS GIVEN!
WHY DO YOU LOVE PODCASTS?
Podcasts have been one of the platforms where we can be authentically ourselves, completely honest and explicit all at the same time. Having struggled with talking about sex education on social media, it’s been a complete blessing to have the space to get people talking about sex.
We love podcasts because it's effortless learning, it’s having a conversation with people and feeling part of a community.
WHAT WAS THE FIRST POD YOU EVER LISTENED TO?
Florence: The first ever podcasts I listened to were Guys We F*****d (very on brand) and the original Serial. Both captivated me so much and were always my perfect gym companion. I loved the open sex discussions, hearing other people doing what I was doing was really inspiring.
Reed: The first podcast I actively started listening to was Criminal, probably because I'm sick and twisted individual who loves to get spooked. It’s still my number one to listen to when I'm relaxing in the bath, often letting out a gasp or a tear on occasion.
WHICH PODCASTER MAKES YOU LAUGH THE MOST?
Florence: I’m a big fan of Duncan Trussell on Duncan Trussell Family Hour. The intros to his episodes never fail to make me crack up. It was an absolute honour to have him on our own podcast.
Reed: Haha the one podcast series that actually has me howling, probably because it helps me access my inner child and I cant help but laugh or cringe at the toilet humour and sex jokes is Gossipmongers. David Earl and Joe Wilkinson’s laughter gets me so violently, even if I'm having the worst day I can't help but grin.
WHICH PODCAST HAS EDUCATED YOU THE MOST?
There are so many to choose from here! Learning through podcasts is our favourite way to be educated. We’ve gained serious knowledge from Science Vs, Where Should We Begin? with Ester Perel, Jon Ronson's Butterfly Effect, The Diary of a CEO, Duncan Trussell Family Hour and On Purpose.
CAN YOU RECOMMEND A SHOW OUR READERS MAY NOT HAVE HEARD OF YET?
The Orgasm Cult was an amazing documentary podcast series. It was so gripping and shocking, and the journalist gave us an amazing tour through the whole journey. Who doesn’t love a cult documentary, especially when it's a sex cult.
F**ks Given by ComeCurious. The podcast where honesty, authenticity and explicitness thrive together in a wholesome safe space to talk about all things sex, relationships, bodies and mental health. Hosted by Reed Amber and Florence Bark, the creators of ComeCurious - a leading UK sex education platform spreading across all social media. The podcast delves into everything from sex advice to virginity to 12 person orgies, to onlyfans drama, to anal mishaps, and tips for giving the best head. Guests from all over the world join us on the show and divulge their sexy stories and important messages to help open up the conversation around sex.
