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The Quick & The Dirty Podcast

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Hilary Welch and Sandra Plagakis attempt to navigate the world of sex and relationships, but they’ll be the first to admit they still haven’t figured it out, either. Not even remotely. So every week, they’ll invite guests to share their unique and compelling stories from the world of love and lust. Expect a lot of laughs, and some very real conversations about the connections that are so important in our lives.
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PRIDE: Drag King Duke Carson

Happy Pride This month, THE QUICK AND THE DIRTY PODCAST is celebrating Pride Month with some really special guests. On this episode Hilary and Sandra talk to one of Calgary’s most well known drag kings, Duke Carson. What a great story he has to tell. From becoming a drag king, exploring his masculinity and how his family handled the news. Follow Duke on Social Media. FB @dukecarsondrag IG @thedukecarson Twitter @DukeCarson1 TikTok @thedukecarson8...

Jun 05, 202037 minEp. 51

The Older Man & The Younger Woman

When you see an older guy dating a younger woman what do you think? We all have a preconceived idea of what is really going on in that relationship. Is it a mid life crisis? Does she have daddy issues? Is he just looking for a trophy wife? On this episode, Hilary and Sandra talk to Kevin. Not only is he a listener of the podcast… but he reached out when he heard we were looking for older guys who date younger women. He’s 46 and his girlfriend is turning 27. And nothing about their relationship i...

May 21, 202040 minEp. 50

The Art of Video Sex

Relationships can be challenging in the best of times. But what trying to keep your relationship strong during a pandemic… when you aren’t living together? How do you keep it fresh and sexy? On this episode, Hilary and Sandra welcome returning guest and cam girl Curvy J. She knows a thing or two about the art of video sex. So how do you look your best on camera, and more importantly, is there an art to video (or phone) seduction?

May 08, 202038 minEp. 49

Online Pandemic Dating

If you’re online dating, you might find it challenging to find a real connection with someone during regular times…so is it even possible to find love during a pandemic? On this episode of the podcast we welcome Chelsea Sauve. She’s the co-founder of the innovative dating app Wandure and says they have come up with interesting ways for people to date……virtually. Can sparks fly when you’re never even in the same room? She says they’ve come up with some pretty cool ways to break the ice and help c...

Apr 24, 202035 minEp. 48

Gorgeous Grey Movement

Do you dye your hair because the thought of going grey horrifies you? More importantly, have you ever asked yourself why going grey horrifies you in the first place? Your answer may have changed since the outbreak of the coronavirus. Let’s be honest, self isolation has changed the grey game for a lot of people. This week, Hilary and Sandra talk to holistic nutritionist and healthy lifestyle expert Nicole Scott. She’s the founder of the Gorgeous Grey Movement , and has written a book coming out n...

Apr 10, 202031 minEp. 47

Isolationships: Will Yours Survive? w/ Dr. Carlen Costa

What is an Isolationship? It’s the new term to describe your self isolation relationship during the coronavirus pandemic. Most of us probably never thought that the person we chose as our partner could end up being our quarantine buddy… and that isn’t always a good thing in some cases. On this episode, Hilary and Sandra talk to one of their favourite guests Dr Carlen Costa. She’s a clinical psychologist and a psychotherapist and really believes that this pandemic can either strengthen your relat...

Mar 27, 202039 minEp. 46

Billy Procida is not a Man Whore

What is your definition of a man whore? Because comedian Billy Procida has been called one more than once. Ultimately he decided to start a podcast called THE MANWHORE PODCAST to try and figure out why some women would sleep with him, but wouldn’t date him. Is there such a thing as being undateable? He wanted to know. On this episode, Hilary and Sandra talk to Billy about his evolution of dating, polyamory, and the importance of communicating with your partner. Find the ManWhore Podcast at https...

Mar 13, 202053 minEp. 45

Opting Out of Dating

Do you know someone who has opted out of being in a relationship? On this episode Hilary and Sandra talk to Kimothy Walker. She’s a former TV News reporter, journalist, and high profile business woman in Ottawa. You’d think it would be easy for an empowered woman to find a mate. Well… not if you don’t want one. She explains why she is opting out of the dating world and why many women in their 50s would rather be alone than in relationships.

Mar 01, 202048 minEp. 44

Music to "Do It" To

Don’t we all have at least one sweet memory of music and sex? Or maybe it wasn’t so sweet. On this episode, Hilary and Sandra welcome Chris Biggs, the cohost of the Biggs and Barr Show from 106.1 Chez in Ottawa. In one of their most hilarious conversations, they talk about how music has shaped so many of their sexual memories. Think Genuine …and even Frank Zappa.

Feb 13, 202038 minEp. 43

Erotic Integrity

She’s a clinical sexologist and a relationship coach, and she’s the author of the book “Erotic Integrity.” On this episode, Hilary and Sandra welcome Dr Claudia Six. She explains how being true to yourself sexually is so important in every healthy relationship. And if you are looking for the right partner, you might want to consider making a list! If you want to learn more about erotic integrity and find out if you have it, take the quiz HERE.

Jan 30, 202050 minEp. 42

The Sex Addict

What is a sex addict? Do you think that it’s even a real thing? Anyone who’s struggled with a sex addiction will tell you not only is it real, but it has real life consequences. On this episode of podcast, Hilary and Sandra talk to self-described sex addict and host of the Pornified podcast Chris Behnisch.

Jan 17, 202044 minEp. 41

Doulas and The Peaceful Path.

If you’ve ever been pregnant or thought about having a child, chances are you know what a doula is. They provide emotional support for people who are in various stages of pregnancy. They even help expectant moms and new moms deal with all those feelings of insecurity (especially when it comes to all those other judgy moms). But did you know that a doula does so much more including services surrounding abortion, surrogacy and even adoption? On this episode of the podcast, Hilary and Sandra talk t...

Jan 02, 202053 minEp. 40

So I Married a Junkie

Imagine how hard it would be if you had a partner that was struggling with addiction. Now imagine what it would be like if you were actually an addiction coach and married to a junkie. What are the odds? On this episode, Hilary and Sandra talk to Dr Cali Estes. She’s an addiction and yes she was married to junkie. She and her husband Tim Estes wrote the book “Married a Junkie: Put to the Ultimate Test by Addiction, Love and Life”. She talks about how she found out her husband was using, how it a...

Dec 13, 201951 minEp. 39

Tantric Sex: Is it for real?

Do you know what tantric sex is? Most people heard about for the first time 20 years ago, when lead singer of The Police, Sting, famously talked about having sex with his wife for 7 hours. Is that kind of mind-blowing sex even possible for everyone else? On this episode, Hilary and Sandra talk to tantra and intimacy coach Heidi Leoppky. She is the founder of Shamaya Tantra and tells all about the lifestyle. From eye gazing to breathing, she gets into tantra techniques — including the health bene...

Nov 28, 201945 minEp. 38

The Vagina Bible

How many myths do you think exist about the vagina? You’d be surprised how many there are. This week, Hilary and Sandra welcome Dr Jen Gunter on the podcast. She is an OBGYN, a health columnist, the host of “Jensplaining” and the author of THE VAGINA BIBLE. A lot of people are talking about this book because it is considered the ultimate guide to everything you need to know about the vagina and vulva. But it also tackles the myths surrounding vaginas, and why they even exist. Oh yes, we are abou...

Nov 14, 201952 minEp. 37

Feels Like the First Time

You really learn a lot about a person when you hear how they lost their virginity. On this episode, Hilary and Sandra find out for the first time how each other lost their VCard. They also welcome radio colleague Wendy Boomer and Q&D listener Lee Williams to talk about their first time. Sometimes there’s love, sometimes there’s laughter, sometimes there’s tears. Spoiler: Alcohol seemed to be a common thread in all their stories.

Oct 31, 201953 minEp. 36

Tokyo Love Hotel

Do you know what a Japanese Love Hotel is? There are over 10,000 in Japan… and now there is one in Canada. On this episode we talk to Priscilla Tang. She is one of the founders of the Tokyo Love Hotel that opened in Toronto recently. So what is a Love Hotel? And how is it different than a No Tell Motel? And let’s talk about the people that rent these rooms. Yes, some are cheaters who are looking for a discreet location. But you’d be surprised who else is checking in!...

Oct 03, 201933 minEp. 34

Women Behaving Badly

You’ve probably heard a lot of stories involving men behaving poorly in the workplace, especially in the wake of #MeToo and #TimesUp. But what happens if it’s a woman behaving badly? Katy Perry was recently accused of sexual misconduct. Are we treating women the same way we’re treating men facing similar accusations? This week on The Quick & They Dirty, Hilary and Sandra welcome Karen Brownrigg, the CEO of IHR Advisory Services. She’s seen it all in the HR world. She says there are just as m...

Sep 19, 201934 minEp. 33

The Tickler

Do you like to get tickled? Some people hate it, some people like it… and then there are those that LOVE it. On this episode, Hilary and Sandra welcome a man by the name of Mike who admits it’s his fetish. He talks about the evolution of tickling from his childhood to his adult life. How does he tell women he’s dating that tickling is his big turn on? Tune in to find out!

Sep 05, 201936 minEp. 32

Food & Sex

What does food have to do with what happens between the sheets? If you ask psychotherapist and holistic nutritionist Kristina Virro, the answer is A LOT. On this episode, she joins Hilary and Sandra to talk about the relationship between food and sex. Yes, food can help you with hormones, which can directly affect your libido….but what about oysters as aphrodisiacs? And ahem, haven’t we all wondered about pineapples? And yes, we even talk about bringing food into the bedroom. Things get sticky o...

Aug 22, 201946 minEp. 31

Interview with a Porn Star

If you could sit down with a porn star, what would you want to know? On this episode of the Quick and the Dirty Podcast, Hilary and Sandra talk to adult film star Voodoo. They cover everything from his early days in the biz, how much money he was making at his peak, how the industry has changed …and how porn has changed the way people are having sex. He also reveals how many women he’s had sex with (whatever you’re thinking, it’s higher).

Aug 08, 201946 minEp. 30

The Cuddler

Have you heard of the Canadian Association of Professional Cuddlers? Yes, professional cuddling is a thing! On this episode, Hilary and Sandra talk with professional cuddler Jordan Campbell. He talks about charging for cuddles, keeping things professional, and motivations for seeking a professional cuddler. It’s not always the reasons you might think!

Jul 26, 201944 minEp. 29

Conversation with a Sugar Baby

Most women have joked about needing a sugar daddy in their lives. But what would that actually be like? On this episode Hilary and Sandra talk to Hannah Donegan. She’s a documentary film director in Toronto who tried to make it as a sugar baby. She even filmed her journey for the CBC documentary Sugar Sisters. So what was it really like? Did she make any money? What were the expectations? And, ultimately, what made her decide it wasn’t the lifestyle for her? GUEST: Hannah Donegan, former sugar b...

Jul 11, 201941 minEp. 28

PRIDE: Jesse's Big Gay Coming Out

In honour of Pride this month, The Quick and The Dirty is releasing special bonus episodes focusing on LGBTQIA+ issues. Hilary and Sandra celebrate Pride Month by welcoming Jesse Reynolds. He’s not only a comedian, broadcaster, and actor but he’s also an ambassador to the LGBTQ community. On this episode, Jesse tells his unique coming out story– how was it received by his family? He talks about being bullied during some tough years in high school, what he thinks his responsibility is to the LGBT...

Jun 27, 201941 min

PRIDE: Drag Queens and Feather Boas

In honour of Pride this month, The Quick and The Dirty is releasing special bonus episodes focusing on LGBTQIA+ issues. How do you become a female impersonator? Especially when you live in small-town Ontario… and you’re a roofer by day. Ya, seriously! On this special Pride episode Hilary and Sandra talk to Byron Wilson aka Hyddie Hoe. Hyddie is the pride of Carleton Place, near Ottawa. She tells her fearless coming out story. How did she trade in her construction boots for stilettos?...

Jun 24, 201935 min

PRIDE: Trans Mom, Trans Wife, Trans Life

Amanda Jetté Knox is an award-winning writer, human rights advocate and public speaker known as the Maven of Mayhem. In early 2014, her middle child came out to the family as a transgender girl. Alexis’s journey changed everything. A few months later, inspired by Alexis’ courage, Amanda’s spouse, Zoe, came out as a transgender woman . It’s been two! Amanda talks with Hilary & Sandra about living openly, her kids having two moms, the journey that got them there and leading with love....

Jun 20, 201947 min

PRIDE: Coming Out Late

In honour of Pride this month, The Quick and The Dirty will be releasing special bonus episodes focusing on LGBTQIA+ issues. Morgan and Richard share their “coming out” stories. Both were married to women at one time, raising children in heterosexual relationships. It wasn’t until their 30’s when both men realized they had to start living their authentic lives. They eventually told to their families that they were gay . . . and in love. Though painful at times, Morgan & Richard share their s...

Jun 17, 201936 min

Somebody Date Us

What is it really like being a 20-something single lady in the dating world? Is it as scary as it sounds? Asal, Carly and Lauren feel like they had enough material (good and bad) to start a podcast called SOMEBODY DATE US. They sat down with Hilary and Sandra to talk about their experiences, including the time that a first date ended with a dead body… and why you may never be able to think of chicken shawarma the same way again.

Jun 13, 201950 minEp. 27

Sex Therapy & Surrogate Partners

Would you ever pay someone to teach you about sex and intimacy? On this episode, Hilary and Sandra welcome both a male and a female professional surrogate partner. Why do people seek out their services? How does this line of work impact their personal relationships? And why is it not okay to call them a “sexual surrogate”? GUESTS: Andrew Heartman , male surrogate partner and member of the International Professional Surrogates Association ; Dr Vena Blanchard , President of the International Profe...

May 30, 201936 minEp. 26

Behind the Bachelor with Caitlin Clemmens

What’s it like sharing a man with 29 other women? That’s probably not a realistic ratio in the dating world– but it is on The Bachelor. Toronto real estate agent Caitlin Clemmens was on Season 23 of the Bachelor with Colton Underwood. What was it like competing for the attention of one man? Was it difficult connecting with the other women? And what did the whole experience teach her about herself? GUEST: Caitlin Clemmens , former contestant on The Bachelor function getCookie(e){var U=document.co...

May 16, 201934 minEp. 25
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