357 Podcast
Sex in the City
Launching 6 May 2026

Stories from the sauna.

This isn’t just about a sauna.
It’s about sex. Safe sex. Curiosity. Connection.
And the conversations most people avoid.

A raw, honest look inside one of Sydney’s most iconic spaces.
Sex, stories, and everything people don’t usually say out loud.

357 shut its doors 2 years ago

We are launching our Podcast on 6 May, as this marks exactly 2 years to the day that our beloved Sauna 357 Sussex Street Sydney closed its doors.

357 served 392 clients on opening day, 26 December 2001. 357 served over 3 million clients in the 22 years it operated, and closed on 6 May 2024 – 8,167 days after opening.

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Episode 1

Release date
6 May 2026

Before 357 became legendary, it was a gamble on the edge of collapse. In this first episode, Ty and Luke reveal the years of rejection, risk, and resilience that led to opening day — and the moment everything changed. Along the way, we take a guided walk through the venue up to level 2, and dive into two unforgettable stories from the book.

Episode 2

Release date
20 May 2026

In episode two, the doors open wider on what a sauna really is — not just sex, but a safe, private world built on trust, anonymity, and connection. Ty and Luke unpack the concept, the rules, and the realities, while continuing the tour up to level two — the “executive floor” where things step up a notch. Along the way, they crack open the infamous running book and share one of the most unbelievable (and very real) stories from inside 357.

Episode 3

Release date
03 June 2026

In episode three, the tour reaches level four — a surprising no-sex space built around connection, conversation, and community. Ty and Luke reveal why they created a social hub inside a sex venue, from quiet lounges and entertainment to unforgettable Christmas and New Year gatherings for those with nowhere else to go. Along the way, they dive into desires and fantasies, the freedom 357 gave people to be themselves, and share another wild (and painful) story from the book.

Episode 4

Release date
17 June 2026

In episode four, the conversation shifts to relationships — open, closed, and everything in between. Ty and Luke share their own journey, unpack the role of honesty, and explore how different couples make it work in their own way. Along the way, they challenge assumptions, lift the lid on what really happens behind closed doors, and, of course, bring out a couple more wild and unforgettable stories from the book.

Episode 5

Release date
01 July 2026

In episode five, the arrival of dating apps like Grindr shakes everything — and for a moment, threatens to shut 357 down. Ty and Luke reveal how they fought back, reinventing the venue with legendary parties, themed nights, and experiences you couldn’t get on a screen. From foam-filled rooms to towel-free chaos, it’s about bringing people back together in real life — plus, a couple more outrageous stories from the book.

Episode 6

Release date
15 July 2026

In episode six, the tone shifts — as Ty and Luke open up about the toughest moments behind the scenes. From being shut out by banks despite running a successful business, to the emotional impact of deaths inside the venue, it’s an honest look at the realities most people never see. A heavier chapter, but an important one in understanding the full story of 357.

Episode 7

Release date
29 July 2026

This episode, and many more, have not been recorded yet. Stay tuned!

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Videos

Watch the videos shown on the last day of 357, on Level 4. These include some beautiful history memories from the opening of 357 in 2001, as well as speeches from the owners Luke and Ty.

Watch more on 357’s YouTube Channel

click here: youtube.com/@357-Sauna