Lucy has taken a journey throughout this series to discover many different kinds of relationships, but today’s episode explores the most important relationship of all; the one you have with yourself. Kerry O’Sullivan is a Sex, Love and Pleasure Goddess, and helps people to feel fulfilled in every area of their lives. Her work includes coaching, tantric experiences, and yoni massage. In this episode Kerry talks about her own journey after trauma, about how our energy can become blocked, and how s...
Jul 07, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 10
What happens when you’ve experienced casual relationships and sex, but have religious beliefs where that would be frowned upon? Today Lucy meets Mary, who is a conservative Anglican Christian. Her church follows the bible very strictly in terms of theology, and they believe that relationships should be intentional; that is with the intent to marry. Mary was raised as a Christian, but slipped away from the church when she was at university, where she experienced sexual relationships outside of ma...
Jun 30, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Today Lucy chats to Arlo and Rosie. They met and became a couple 6 years ago, and at the time, they both identified as female. But during the course of their relationship, Rosie realised that she thought Arlo might be non-binary. In this episode, Arlo and Rosie tell Lucy all about how they navigated the process of Arlo working out what their gender identity was, their transition process, and how that affected the couple's relationship. They also talk about both of their coming out stories - and ...
Jun 23, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, we’re talking once again about non-monogamy, but this time, Lucy is asking how feasible it is to be in love with more than one person at a time. She chats to Leanne Yau, the founder of polyphilia.blog, a hugely popular Instagram and project which is full of resources and entertainment around polyamory, non-monogamy and open relationships. In this episode, Lucy and Leanne chat about how people’s relationships can benefit from being more open, how that can work logistically, and w...
Jun 16, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 7
On this episode of the podcast, Lucy delves into what it means to not experience sexual or romantic attraction. Yasmin Benoit is a model and an award-winning asexual activist, and knew she didn’t feel romantically for people as a teen. She talks honestly with Lucy about growing up, representation, and how not having the distraction and pressure of navigating romantic relationships has given her more time and headspace to do the things she loves! Yasmin evidently leads a very fulfilling and enjoy...
Jun 09, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode Lucy takes a look at the world of escorts, and hands on sexual education, when she chats to Sebastian. Sebastian is an escort and offers sex education to his clients as part of his services. He and Lucy chat about the type of work that he does - from drinks to holidays - as well as the types of people that use his services, both women and couples. He talks about his own journey from discovering swinging to escorting, and how his family and friends are supportive of what he does (...
Jun 02, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In today’s episode Lucy considers the potential of an age-gap relationship when she meets Julia Zelg and Eileen De Freest, who have been married for 3 years. Julia is 27, and Eileen is 64, and they met on dating app Tinder. As well as talking about all the ways their relationship is wonderful, they also talk frankly about the comments they have had online about their relationship, and the realities of Eileen getting older. Julia and Eileen are a brilliant and adorable couple, who have lots of gr...
May 26, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Today’s episode takes a look at what it’s like to have little or no sexual experience, and how that can feel like a weight to carry in day-to-day life. Lucy is talking to Stuart, a 47 year old man who has never had sex. Stuart has loads going for him; he’s got a great job that he loves, lots of friends and his own house, but for some reason, losing his virginity has evaded him. Lucy and Stuart chat about the societal expectations for us to begin having sexual relationships in our teens or early ...
May 19, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In today’s episode, Lucy ventures into the world of BDSM. That’s bondage and discipline + sadism and masochism, and is joined by 70 year old dominatrix Sherry Lever aka Mistress Sofia. You might be thinking that a job as a Mistress is all about latex and punishment, and you’d be absolutely right, but as Lucy finds out, there is so much more to it. They discuss Sherry’s journey into the world of domination after a divorce, some of the clients that she’s helped through punishment, and why her job ...
May 12, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In the first episode of Later Dater, Lucy is getting stuck right in and learning all about swinging. For many people, the term ’swinging’ conjures images of car keys in a bowl at a dinner party and partner swapping - but is that actually the case? (Has it ever been?) To find out, Lucy’s talking to Non-Monogamy Coach Rosie Kay AKA This Kinda Girl. After navigating the swinging lifestyle herself for the last ten years, Rosie works with people to explore ways they can open up their relationships, a...
May 05, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Whatever stage of life you are at, love and relationships can feel confusing. Even if you have found the perfect partner, are you fulfilled emotionally and sexually? Do you even know what you think might be missing? Lucy Cavendish is the Later Dater and a professional love coach. She has embarked on this series to uncover the different ways people date, interact and pursue personal fulfilment in their emotional and intimate lives. In each show you will discover a fascinating conversation along w...
Apr 27, 2022•2 min•Season 1Ep. 1
