Platonically Yours

Sami & Rowena reflect on Season 2 and what's next 10.03.2026 31хв

It’s the Season 2 finale! Sami and Rowena look back on the season, share a few personal stories, and talk about what’s next for them — both individually and together.Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠. Music by ⁠Patrick Kien⁠.Recorded at ⁠Lonsdale Street Studio⁠.Get in touch: ⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠⁠.

Michael and Rowena on friendship across genders and decades 03.03.2026 33хв

This week on Platonically Yours, Rowena is joined by her friend Michael, whom she has known for more than thirty (yes, THIRTY!) years, to explore their male-female friendship. They reflect on the dynamics, trust, and respect that have sustained their bond, and discuss how their relationship has endured life’s changes, challenges, and milestones, offering an example of a friendship that continues to thrive. Watch the video to see their friendship in action.Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠. Music by ⁠Patrick Kien⁠.Recorded at ⁠Lonsdale Street Studio⁠.Get in touch: ⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠⁠.

Jemma on whether men and women can really be friends 19.02.2026 21хв

Jemma returns to tackle the age-old question: can men and women really be just friends? You asked for this topic, and we’re diving in to explore all the nuances.Listen to Jemma's podcasts ⁠⁠The Psychology of Your 20s⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Mantra⁠⁠, and get a hand on her book Person in Progress wherever you get books!Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠. Music by ⁠Patrick Kien⁠.Recorded at ⁠Lonsdale Street Studio⁠.Get in touch: ⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠⁠.

CBR Slam: a live poetry slam recording 29.01.2026 1год 46хв

In this episode, Rowena and Sami take you inside a live Canberra Poetry Slam event, featuring a special performance by Scott-Patrick Mitchell.More information on CBR Slam can be found on their Instagram page. Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠. Audio engineering by Ben Harb. Edited by Rowena Yates and Ben Harb.Get in touch: ⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Andrew on the story behind Canberra Poetry Slam 21.01.2026 45хв

In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Cox to explore the story behind Canberra Poetry Slam. Andrew shares his origin story and reflects on the mentors who shaped his creative journey. Together, we discuss the importance of creating safe and inclusive spaces for diverse communities, and why words — and art more broadly — continue to matter in shaping culture, connection, and change. Check out CBR Slam on Instagram for information on their next. Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠. Edited by Rowena Yates and Ben Harb. Music by ⁠Patrick Kien⁠.Get in touch: ⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠⁠.

Lucy on music, community and protecting our third spaces 09.12.2025 38хв

Lucy Sugerman is a folk alt-pop artist living on Ngunnawal and Ngambi Country (when she isn’t out on tour). We sat down with her to talk about her relationship to music and the broader music community. Along the way, we discussed fame and celebrity, and the importance of third spaces, and why they need to be protected. Make sure to check out Lucy’s music on all major streaming platforms, and don’t miss the chance to support her at a live show when she’s in your area!Platonically Yours is on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠! Created and produced by ⁠Rowena Yates⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠Sami Harper⁠. Music by Patrick Kien.Recorded at Lonsdale Street Studio.Get in touch: ⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Book club: Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors 02.12.2025 1год

This season, we’re shining a spotlight on gathering, building, and nurturing community. In this episode, we lead by example — showing how easy it can be to bring people together to foster connection and combat loneliness. Enjoy our playful — and at times chaotic — discussion with our friends Alex and Waveney about the role of platonic love in Coco Mellors' Blue Sisters.Platonically Yours is on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠! Created and produced by ⁠Rowena Yates⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠Sami Harper⁠. Music by Patrick Kien.Recorded at Lonsdale Street Studio.Get in touch: ⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠

Blue on why stories matter 25.11.2025 48хв

Blue, a hospitality worker and creative based on Ngunnawal and Ngambi Country, joins us to talk about the Neighbourhood Book Club — a community group dedicated to discussing books and building connections. Throughout the episode, we explore the power of storytelling and how it shapes our lives and relationships. We hope this episode leaves an impression on you, just as our discussion with Blue did. Check out the Neighbourhood Book Club for information on their next meeting! Platonically Yours is on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠! Created and produced by ⁠Rowena Yates⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠Sami Harper⁠. Music by Patrick Kien.Recorded at Lonsdale Street Studio.Get in touch: ⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Jemma on how to make friends as an adult and the importance of community 18.11.2025 24хв

You’ve probably heard Jemma’s voice before. Jemma Sbeg, a podcaster and author living on Gadigal Country, stopped by the studio while on tour for her book Person in Progress. We chatted about making friends as an adult and why community plays such a vital role in that process. Jemma brings brains, heart, and plenty of laughs — the perfect recipe for a can’t miss episode!Listen to Jemma's podcasts The Psychology of your 20s and Mantra, and get a hand on her book Person in Progress wherever you get books!Platonically Yours is on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠! Created and produced by ⁠Rowena Yates⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠Sami Harper⁠. Music by Patrick Kien.Recorded at Lonsdale Street Studio.Get in touch: ⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Claudia and Holly on the transformative power of platonic love 11.11.2025 48хв

Claudia Tétreault-Percy and Holly Warner are writers and creatives living on Ngunnawal and Ngambi Country. In this episode, they open up about their friendship and the transformative power of platonic love. Together, we explore how their bond has shaped their lives and why they believe platonic relationships can be just as fulfilling, intimate and life-affirming as non-platonic ones. Follow them on Instagram @claudiatetreaultpercy and @war_hols or @heirloombyholly, and be sure to check out their beautiful words on Substack on ALTA/ER and heirloom. Platonically Yours is on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠! Created and produced by ⁠Rowena Yates⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠Sami Harper⁠. Music by Patrick Kien.Recorded at Lonsdale Street Studio.Get in touch: ⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Sami and Rowena on Season 1 and what’s next 04.11.2025 45хв

We’re back! Sami and Rowena catch up on everything from what they learned in Season 1 to what’s next for Platonically Yours — plus a few personal stories along the way.Platonically Yours is on ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠ and YouTube! Created and produced by ⁠Rowena Yates⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠Sami Harper⁠. Music by Patrick Kien.Recorded at Lonsdale Street Studio.Get in touch: ⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Jye and Hayden on embracing vulnerability 05.01.2025 39хв

In this episode, Sami and Rowena welcome Jye and Hayden to the podcast to discuss their friendship. Throughout, they talk about the importance of embracing vulnerability, the value of intimate platonic love, and what it means to be a good human in today’s world. Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get in touch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠⁠⁠.

Mark on quiet expressions of platonic love 01.01.2025 1год 7хв

In this episode, Rowena and Sami sit down with their friend Mark. What starts as a conversation about being in a romantic relationship with someone who has strong platonic connections quickly evolves into a deeper, more vulnerable discussion. They explore how platonic love manifests differently for different people - often in subtle and quiet ways - and the impact it has on their relationships and perspectives on love. Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠⁠. Get in touch: ⁠⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠⁠.

Sarah on how we can support the people who save us 01.12.2024 1год 8хв

In this episode, Rowena and Sami sit down with their friend Sarah to talk about her experience making friends working in healthcare. Sarah opens up about how she stays connected with people outside of work, despite the challenges of her demanding role. They also discuss how trauma can affect relationships and share ways to better support critical care workers in both their personal and professional lives.Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠. Get in touch: ⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Ari and Rowena on multilingual friendships 09.11.2024 32хв

In this episode, Rowena travels to Florence to chat with her dear friend Ari. The conversation is heartfelt, fun, and full of warmth as they reminisce about the start of their friendship and the instant chemistry Rowie, Sami and Ari shared as a group. They also discuss what it's been like to nurture a bond over the past eight years, despite living in separate countries, and explore the unique experience of having friends who don’t speak the same first language. Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠. Get in touch: ⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Alex and Rachael on jealously and longevity 27.10.2024 1год 2хв

In this episode, Sami and Rowena welcome Alex and Rachael to the podcast to discuss their friendship of more than 20-years. Throughout, they discuss how valuable jealously can be, what it’s like navigating long distance friendships and how they became each other’s home. Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠. Get in touch: ⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Book club: The Social Sex by Marilyn Yalom and Theresa Donovan Brown 08.09.2024 46хв

In this episode, Rowena travels to London to discuss The Social Sex: A History of Female Friendship by Marilyn Yalom and Theresa Donovan Brown with her friend Jess. They discuss their thoughts on the book, exploring the evolution and significance of female friendships throughout history. Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠. Get in touch: ⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Lost Coast on being in a band 21.07.2024 59хв

In this episode, Sami and Rowena welcome Lost Coast onto the podcast. Throughout the episode, they discuss what it’s like being in a band together and what their decade-long friendship looks like outside of it, including a very active group chat. Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠. Get in touch: ⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Elle and Zoe on the evolution of their friendship 07.07.2024 55хв

In this episode, Sami and Rowena welcome Elle and Zoe on to the podcast to share their friendship journey. Throughout the episode, they discuss their shared Greek heritage, how they have helped one another navigate personal relationship challenges and emphasise the significance that their shared love for art has had on their relationship. Platonically Yours is on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠! Created and produced by ⁠⁠Rowena Yates⁠⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠⁠Sami Harper⁠⁠. Get in touch: ⁠⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com⁠.

Sian and Sami on making friends as an adult 23.06.2024 1год 3хв

In this episode, Sami and Rowena welcome Sian to the podcast to discuss Sami and Sian’s friendship. They explore the challenges of making friends as adults, how office dynamics can influence connections, and emphasise the importance of building a supportive community, particularly highlighting the power of safe female friendships. Platonically Yours is on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠! Created and produced by ⁠Rowena Yates⁠. Presented by Rowena Yates and ⁠Sami Harper⁠. Get in touch: ⁠platonicallyyours@outlook.com