Oz Dating

Kissing is sometimes called "swapping spit". That's a fairly unromantic way to describe it, to say the least. But it turns out to be pretty accurate!

The kissers are finding out vital information about each other's DNA through the contents of their saliva. If the clues they are seeking cannot be detected after the first long pash, that can spell the end of the relationship.

A proposal to turn an old theatre space in Edmonton into a venue for swingers parties has been met with strong local opposition.

This is very similar to what occurred in Brisbane, Australia just recently. Seems that almost wherever you go, swingers are deemed sinners!

A Briton has been arrested for organizing swingers parties in Bangkok. This is ironic, given Thailand's reputation as a mecca for sex tourism.

It's interesting that even in countries that are very tolerant of people's sexual choices there is still a point at which some say "enough!". Take the case of the Brizzy Bangers swingers club, which hosts parties every few weeks. The property on which they occur is close to a school. This has caused some controversy, and there is a push to have it closed down.

Some Australian civil libertarians may roll their eyes at such a reaction, but it's worth remembering that in many other countries the club's owners and partygoers would be in jail for their actions - or maybe even dead!

The idea that alcohol is bad for a man's sexual performance has been a given for many years. There's even a colloquial phrase used to describe the effect: "brewer's droop".

But it seems that booze might not be so bad after all. A recent West Australian study reveals that men who drink a bit actually have better sexual performance than many who don't. 

It's not only online dating sites that remain unaffected by the recession. The sex toy business continues to thrive also, particularly in Australia. 

One long held myth about love is that it has nothing to do with money. But I've always been skeptical about that. 

It's much more likely for men with money to be desirable to women. Unemployed males find it very hard to get a date, after all. And recent research has shown that women enjoy sex more if it is with a wealthy man. 

So, money not only "makes the world go round". It makes the earth move, too!

I can understand how the economy might affect our relationships and courting behaviour. If you don't have any money to spare you can't pay for a date, after all! But I can't quite accept the idea that what is considered sexually attractive can be linked so specifically to the state of a nations' economy - which is the theory described in this article. 

The evidence supporting the theory - changes in the appearance of the most popular naked models in Playboy magazine over time - strikes me as a bit spurious also. I doubt that the women's measurements were an accurate reflection of what men of a particular era found generally attractive.

Firstly, Playboy caters to a particular demographic - in much the same way that Hustler caters to another one. Also, while lots of men got to choose from a certain number of models, those models were chosen in the first place by only a few men. The options were limited to begin with, and were therefore not truly representative. 

There are many shocking murders committed daily. Most are reported in a pretty brief and matter of fact way in the media.

But if sex is involved, coverage is more thorough. This trend increases if a beautiful young woman is the victim. And if she's one of the accused, well, the courthouse is teeming with journalists! Which is why this murder trial, involving a gorgeous young student named Amanda Knox ("Foxy Knoxy") will be covered in meticulous detail throughout. 

Hugh Hefner has long been criticized for his hedonistic lifestyle and antiquated attitudes to women. The latest story about him will only confirm his image as utterly shallow, self indulgent and sexist.

One of his harem has described how she had a very perfunctory relationship with him, and even had to sneak out of the Playboy Mansion to satisfy her sexual urges.

By her account the pretty blondes involved with Hefner have a very limited and frustrating life. Not surprisingly, he benefits heavily from the very unequal relationships he maintains. Look at the photo of him in the story. The 82 year old looks like he has discovered the fountain of youth!