Have you ever invested time in back-and-forth conversation just to have the other person disappear into thin air? Ian and Gem discuss ghosting (also known as simmering or icing) and why some people might choose to ghost rather than let the other person know they're not interested. 

Recorded October 2020.

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Sometimes it seems like nudes are the modern-day lip prints on a love letter. Gem and Ian discuss how the prevalence of sharing nudes, potential consequences, and the disappointing reactions when celebrity nudes are leaked.

This episode was recorded in 2020.

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Gem and Ian discuss the podcast's name changing from Concerning Sex to Concerning Relations, as well as their concerns for the year 2021. While everyone celebrated the end of 2020, Gem and Ian are well aware that bigger societal issues don't go away at the flip of a calendar.

Episode recorded January 2021. 

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Does your break room include water, chips, and a girlfriend? Gem and Ian discuss the ethical questions around dating co-workers. Besides most dating experts advising against it, the prevalence of abuse of power, discrimination, and sexual misconduct in the workplace adds complications to this brand of romance.

With that said, sincere workplace relationships do occur. Gem and Ian have some tips for those couples who can also carpool. 

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Everyone talks about what they want in a relationship, but what will you absolutely NOT tolerate? Gem and Ian discuss their relationship dealbreakers (which includes everything from dishes to their relationship with their exes) and why it's important to know yours before you start dating. 

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Oh, the audacity to cheat and think you won’t get caught! Gem and Ian discuss their definitions of cheating, different types of cheating, what leads to these situations, and the emotional consequences for everyone involved. 

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From heteronormative abstinence-only sex ed in school to learning when and how to speak up in uncomfortable situations, Gem and Ian discuss how sex education in the United States failed to be useful, informative, and inclusive when they were in school. 

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Gem and Ian rediscover Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge. They discuss cringy profile descriptions, strategic swiping strategies, staying safe when going on dates, dating horror stories and people's obsession with tacos.

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