Normalizing Non-Monogamy - Personal Stories of Polyamory, Swinging, and Beyond

We're honored to welcome Ruby Johnson, co-founder of Poly Dallas Millennium, to moderate our first panel discussion. As she mentions, this is not a race 101 discussion. While it is targeted towards the Black community, it is an invaluable resource for anyone who finds it. The amazing and accomplished panelists discuss difficult topics, share vulnerable stories, and do it all while weaving in humor and laughter. It's a very real conversation with four powerful friends. Thank you again to Ruby Johnson, Charita Marie, Dr. Justin Clardy, and of course Jhen for sharing their voices and experiences with us. See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our July 23rd Virtual Meet and Greet! Check out the all new inclusive and diverse AltPlayGround! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Marla's story and message are incredible, you do not want to skip this episode. She is a professional sexologist, intimacy/relationship/sex coach, speaker, and author. She is the owner of Velvet Lips, a sexuality education company, as well as Contract Liberation, a company focused on research for non-profit groups. As a Lecturer at Clayton State University, she teaches Sociology and Women’s and Gender Studies. As the Co-Founder of the Sex Down South Conference, Marla aims to bring diverse groups together to learn and share their experiences in the essence of being authentic and fostering sexual liberation across communities. Marla has studied human sexuality for over 19 years, has educated over 20,000 people in over 13 years, given over 400 workshops, and have served over 100 clients in her private practice, all around the world. She has had her influence in the media, as well; she has written over 200 articles, featured in over 20 magazines and books, and has been on over 50 podcasts and independent television shows. She was featured on Netflix’s Trigger Warning with Killer Mike and VH1's Love & HipHop Atlanta. In addition, she also sits on the Boards for SPARK Reproductive Justice NOW! and is on the Community Advisory Board of the Diverse Sexualities and Research Education Institute. She also recently co-wrote her first book, The Ultimate Guide to Seduction & Foreplay (2020) with Dr. Jessica O’Reilly... Seriously, do not miss this one! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our July 23rd Virtual Meet and Greet! Check out the all new inclusive and diverse AltPlayGround! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Mrs. and Mr. Jones from the We Gotta Thing podcast join us this week to share their story. "But can't I just go listen to their story on their podcast?" you might be asking yourself... You could. But rumor has it that we have never-before-discussed top secret material. These are of course just rumors. However, what we do have is a fantastic discussion that goes much deeper than their story. Our recommendation is you listen to this episode AND go listen to their podcast. Everybody wins, especially you. See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our June 25th Virtual Meet and Greet! Check out the all new inclusive and diverse AltPlayGround! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Felice and Bill are back for round 2! We originally talked to them in Episode 42 and they're back to give us an update on how things have changed for them in the last year and half. They discuss confronting an STI earlier in the year and how Coronavirus has forced them back into monogamy and impacted their relationship as well as their relationships with others. Enjoy! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our June 25th Virtual Meet and Greet! Check out the all new inclusive and diverse AltPlayGround! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Chloe's story is powerful in so many ways. After opening their relationship at the end of 2019, Chloe and her fiancé ultimately ended up parting ways. Starting to explore swinging and polyamory exposed some underlying issues that they each needed to work on individually. Chloe takes us through the journey of discovery and the work she has done on herself over the last few months as she looks forward to how she wants to model future relationships. See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our June 25th Virtual Meet and Greet! Check out the all new inclusive and diverse AltPlayGround! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Mel and Carson have been slowly dipping their toes in and back out of non-monogamy for the last couple of years. It has been a slow build up sprinkled with a few speed bumps and lots of learning for them both. This is a great episode for anyone who is in the early stages of exploration or perhaps has been exploring things but it hasn't gone as perfectly as they thought it would. These two take us through all of the work they have done together and how they have come out the other side ready to keep exploring. See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our June 25th Virtual Meet and Greet! Check out the all new inclusive and diverse AltPlayGround! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Today's episode is powerful in many ways. Perla and Chad are very vulnerable with us and share many of the challenges they have overcome in the last few years since they started opening up their relationship. Not only do they share their stories, they break down many of the feelings and motivations behind their actions in a way that is really helpful for anyone who may be struggling with similar issues. It's a fantastic discussion and we hope you take a lot from it. See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our June 25th Virtual Meet and Greet! Check out the all new inclusive and diverse AltPlayGround! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Irene shares a powerful and moving story with us this week. She has been exploring non-monogamy for a few years and initially got into it towards the end of an emotionally challenging relationship. As you will hear, she has really found herself since she started the journey and has come to be in an incredible place in life and stronger than ever before. She also talks a bit about raising her son as a single mother and how she exposes him to love and openness in a healthy and appropriate way. We hope this story is as moving for you as it was for us. Enjoy. See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our very first Virtual Meet and Greet! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Laura and David share an experience with us that has never been discussed on the show... Simply put, they had a baby together. It's definitely much more complicated than that. You'll see. They have now been exploring consensual non-monogamy together for about five years and have watched their dynamic evolve in many ways over that time. They are incredible people that we're honored to call friends and they have an amazing story. You won't be disappointed if you have a listen. Enjoy! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! PolyCamp Northeast Click here to join our very first Virtual Meet and Greet! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Michelle and Steve never really closed their relationship after they got together. Steve had explored non-monogamy in the past but this was Michelle's first time even hearing about it but it made so much sense to her that she was game to give it a try. After a few bumps, things smoothed out and they found their groove. Over the last few years they have been exploring various forms of swinging and polyamory all over Europe and have been having a blast. Enjoy! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our very first Virtual Meet and Greet! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Chels and Luc have been exploring non-monogamy for about seven years together and have seen the dynamic of how it works shift and grow over the years. As they say, it started off more about the bodies and has ended up being more about connections and making lifelong friends. They also own a meditation studio and work with couples who are exploring non-monogamy to help them improve their communication. Enjoy! Learn more about them at www.chelsandluc.com See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our very first Virtual Meet and Greet! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Carrie and Jack started exploring non-monogamy, mainly of the hotwife variety, the day before we published our first podcast episode, exactly two years ago! Happy anniversary to them and to us! Over those two years they have had a LOT of fun! These two are an absolute blast and their sex-positivity and support for each other is incredible. They could easily have a spinoff show titled "The Adventures of Carrie" and it would be a smash hit. Enjoy! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our very first Virtual Meet and Greet! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Aubrey and Jason share a beautiful story of growing their relationship and taking it to the next level after going through difficult experiences. They talk about healing from an infidelity, exploring swinging, making amazing friends, and even moving in with one of their partners. They are also the creators of the Meet The Mavericks blog where they talk about everything in their life, from their open relationship to raising their daughter and everything in between. They are an incredible resource and we highly recommend you check them out. See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! https://meetthemavericks.com/ Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

This one is a ball of pure joy and fun! Tryst and Loq join us on their one year anniversary of the Livin' The Suite Life podcast to give us a behind the scenes look and share a laugh or twenty. They were high school sweethearts who went their separate ways and then came back together over ten years later. Since then, let's just say they have been having a blast exploring the world of swinging. I mean, they went to a swing club on their wedding night! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Check out Livin' The Suite Life Podcast Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

This is an amazing and vulnerable story... Kerry and Andy's relationship started from a place of openness and honesty but wound up leading to an infidelity that spurred powerful changes in them both. Kerry shares the intimate journey her and Andy went on together to repair their relationship and it has ultimately led to an amazing dynamic that has left them in the best relationship either of them has ever been in. Enjoy! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

KamalaDevi and Michael have been exploring non-monogamy in various ways for almost 20 years. KamalaDevi is a self-described muse, mystic, and mentor as well as an author, coach, educator, and activist. Michael is a musician, environmentalist, actor and a co-founder of Tantra Theater. Together, they are dedicated parents, passionate ambassadors of sex-positivity and poly-visibility, and have starred in Showtime's docuseries "Polyamory: Married and Dating." See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Welcome to Episode 10 of Focus Fridays, a series of topic specific discussions with other contributors, and a bit different from our traditional story-focused interviews. For this episode we had listeners leave us voicemails or email us describing how they brought up non-monogamy to their partner. We discuss these voicemails along with other tips for discussing non-monogamy with your partner with Catherine, a therapist and relationship coach who specializes in working with people in open relationships. The bottom line: it all comes down to being a team! The remaining Focus Friday episodes will be released on our channel every Friday. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. Thank you for your support! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

Dana and Happy... So much to say... Self described pansexual, hedonist, sluts. Kinky. Polyamorous. Relationship anarchists. All around amazing people with fantastic energy and outlooks on life! They explored non-monogamy separately before meeting and have continued to explore as their lives have merged and their relationship evolves. We discuss it all in this episode...enjoy! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Welcome to Episode 9 of Focus Fridays, a series of topic specific discussions with other contributors, and a bit different from our traditional story-focused interviews. Our guest today is Libby Sinback, a relationship coach, educator, and host of the Making Polyamory Work podcast. We have a fun conversation about a probably not-so-fun topic, transitioning relationships or... breaking up. We discuss lots of tips for breaking up with someone as well as lots of tips for the person being broken up with. Additionally, these strategies can be applied to many types of relationship transitions, including non-romantic relationships. The key is kindness, consideration, and always having an ongoing conversation about your relationship with the other person. The remaining Focus Friday episodes will be released on our channel every Friday. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. Thank you for your support! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

This is one of the most powerful episodes we have had the honor of sharing. After 30 years of marriage and kids, Mark came out to Denise as gay. Two years later, they're still married! The transformation and impact this has had on each of them and their relationship is incredible. We hope you take away as much as we did from this episode. Enjoy! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Welcome to Episode 8 of Focus Fridays, a series of topic specific discussions with other contributors, and a bit different from our traditional story-focused interviews. In this episode we tackle the topic of sexuality with Angela and Bradford of the By the Bi podcast. This is a lighthearted conversation on a difficult topic. We start off with some general definitions and the conversation evolves from there. We hope you enjoy this one! The remaining Focus Friday episodes will be released on our channel every Friday. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. Thank you for your support! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

Rapunzel is back to talk with us again and this time she brought a partner with her. She's been married twice and swore she wasn't going to do that nonsense again... Guess what? She was wrong! This episode is an amazing look at how two people with very different levels of experience in non-monogamy have been able to come together and build an incredible partnership. See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Welcome to Episode 7 of Focus Fridays, a series of topic specific discussions with other contributors, and a bit different from our traditional story-focused interviews. In this episode we continue our discussion on shame with Jill and Jack, a couple who grew up in a conservative Mennonite group and are now exploring non-monogamy. They have been working through all of the shame they have experienced in different religious communities and how to move forward. They have amazing advice for all of us and this is a heartwarming episode you won’t want to miss. The remaining Focus Friday episodes will be released on our channel every Friday. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. Thank you for your support! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

A few years back, while going through a very difficult and isolated time in her life, Katt's hairdresser suggested that she should check out Fetlife... Since then she has been experiencing huge personal growth and change in her life as she has been opening herself up to new ways of exploring life, relationships, and ultimately non-monogamy. This is a powerful and vulnerable episode and we hope you get a lot out of it. See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Welcome to Episode 6 of Focus Fridays, a series of topic specific discussions with other contributors, and a bit different from our traditional story-focused interviews. In this episode we discuss the topic of shame with A.J. Bond, the host of the Discomfortable Podcast. We have an incredible discussion around what shame is, the difference between shame and guilt, and how to deal and sit with shame. We learned a lot from A.J. and know you will too! The remaining Focus Friday episodes will be released on our channel every Friday. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. Thank you for your support! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

Hazel and James started their relationship over a decade ago, but with a twist... Hazel was married. She talks about how she has reconciled the guilt from her infidelity and how she and James have used it as a catalyst to open their own marriage as a team. They have been exploring non-monogamy for a few years and in that short time they have covered everything from swinging to having a partner and her kids move in with them. This is an incredible story and these two are fantastic storytellers! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Welcome to Episode 5 of Focus Fridays, a series of topic specific discussions with other contributors, and a bit different from our traditional story-focused interviews. In this episode we tackle a potentially sensitive, but very important topic: consent. Our guests are Ginger and Ryan from the Life on the Swingset Podcast and the Intellectual Foreplay Podcast. We hope you take this message forward, make it your own, and help spread the word. The remaining Focus Friday episodes will be released on our channel every Friday. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. Thank you for your support! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

Jamie was first introduced to non-monogamy during college when her and a boyfriend started to explore swinging. Since then she has been learning what her needs are and taking care of her relationship with herself. This has led her to discovering, and dare we say, fall in love with, polyamory. She now identifies as solo poly and has been working the last few years to create and grow amazing communities dedicated to helping people understand and safely explore non-monogamy on their own terms. If you're looking to find or build a community of your own, you don't want to miss this one! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Welcome to Episode 4 of Focus Fridays, a series of topic specific discussions with other contributors, and a bit different from our traditional story-focused interviews. Today we continue our discussion around sexual health with the Courtney Brame, the founder of the non-profit and podcast Something Positive for Positive People. Through his non-profit and podcast, Courtney is creating a resource to help people diagnosed with an STI feel less alone and less stigmatized as well as to let them know they have support in navigating dating and conversations around STIs. We discuss his story, including his diagnosis with herpes, tips for bringing up a STI diagnoses with potential partners, and how we can all help destigmatize STIs. You aren’t going to want to miss this one! The remaining Focus Friday episodes will be released on our channel every Friday. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. Thank you for your support! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

Chanelle and Grant have been married for over 10 years and started exploring non-monogamy a few years back when their jobs kept them apart for extended periods of time. It has also helped them navigate mismatched libidos and to create a great network of open-minded friends after relocating. They have been on an amazing journey to find what works best for them, going to polyamory meetups, swinger clubs, and just about anything else they think sounds interesting! They bring a positive attitude and zest to the community and share some great tips and tricks for anyone interested in non-monogamy. Enjoy! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Welcome to Episode 3 of Focus Fridays, a series of topic specific discussions with other contributors, and a bit different from our traditional story-focused interviews. In this episode we talk with Dr. Evelin Dacker, a family physician with her own practice near Portland, Oregon. She is also the executive director of Sex Positive Portland and created the integrative disclosure framework, STARS. We have a fantastic discussion on the misconceptions of STIs, viral vs. bacterial infections, empowering oneself, knowing your acceptable level of risk, bringing up sexual health with your doctor, and more. This is an educational discussion for all of us and information we’re excited to get out there! The remaining Focus Friday episodes will be released on our channel every Friday. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. Thank you for your support! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

Maria and Jory have been exploring non-monogamy since the start of their relationship about 15 years ago. As you will learn, they have found a blend somewhere in the middle of swinging and polyamory to be a great fit for them. Beyond that, they discuss how their relationship looks monogamous to most people but that they do not like to close themselves off to opportunities and experiences that life may present to them. It's a beautiful story with amazing people and we hope you enjoy it! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Welcome to Episode 2 of Focus Fridays, a series of topic specific discussions with other contributors, and a bit different from our traditional story-focused interviews. Today we’re talking with Catherine, a therapist and relationship coach who specializes in working with people in open relationships. We discuss how to have intentional conversations with your partner. This is the framework around how to say what you want said and how to let your partner know you’re hearing what they are saying. The content is also applicable outside of romantic relationships and this episode could easily be on a business or parenting podcast. You can also contact Catherine through her business, Expansive Connection. The remaining Focus Friday episodes will be released on our channel every Friday. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. Thank you for your support! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

Sarah and Ed discovered swinging on a work trip to Desire a few years ago... Yes, for real, apparently that's a thing. They started exploring it slowly and have always taken a very laid back and casual approach to the whole thing. Their outlook is super refreshing and a great one if you are new to non-monogamy or swinging. Beyond that, they show how just being yourself is the best approach to swinging and honestly, all things in life. We love their positive and welcoming vibe and are excited to get their story out there. Enjoy! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Our first Focus Friday episode ever! These episodes are topic specific discussions with other contributors, a bit different from our traditional story-focused interviews. In this episode, we talk to some of our best friends, Jessica and Matt, who we came out to last summer. They have no background in non-monogamy, so we have a fun discussion with them trying to guess the meaning of vocabulary terms in the non-monogamy space and then us giving them the real meaning. This is a great episode for anyone to listen to, but especially if you’re new to non-monogamy. The remaining Focus Friday episodes will be released on our channel every Friday. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. Thank you for your support! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

Daniel grew up with non-monogamy being modeled for him from an early age and actually rebelled against it for quite a while. In this episode he talks about what caused him to give it a second chance and what his model of non-monogamy looks like. He also has a great approach to self-care as it relates to being in relationships of any kind. Check it out so you're up to speed when we have him back on... With his dad. Yes, for real. Show Notes Get a 20% discount at MyOneCondoms.com using the offer code "nnmpodcast" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Welcome to Season 1 of Focus Fridays! This is a short trailer for a new project where we have collaborated with many content creators, sex educators, and professionals to have discussions on specific topics instead of doing our normal story-focused interviews. Don't worry, there will be no changes to our regular Wednesday show. Season 1 will include 10 episodes and be released every Friday starting January 31, 2020. Alternatively, if you can't wait, you can go and download all of the episodes by clicking right here, right now for free or by paying what feels good to you. We are super excited to get this content out there and can't thank all of the contributors enough! Show Notes Download all 10 Focus Friday episodes! https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/courses

If you are looking to introduce swinging or non-monogamy to your partner via podcast, this is probably one of the best episodes we can think of for doing that. Chris and Fred have an amazing approach to everything. Beyond that, Chris shares some vulnerable and beautiful insight into exploring swinging as a woman and just exploring what it means to be a sexual being who is a woman and mom. We can't thank them enough for reaching out and sharing their story with us. Show Notes Join Our Patreon Community! Try BeachBody On-Demand free for 14 days! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

This is a super fun interview with a partner of one of our previous guests. Rachel is married to Norm from episode 80 and she is here to share her perspective on their journey together and her own personal journey. She is a ton of fun and a wealth of information and experience. She's also our first guest who got started in this journey using a website specifically designed for people to cheat on their partners. This is a great episode for anyone looking to learn a bit about boundaries and personal growth, and it also provides another perspective on non-hierarchal polyamory. Enjoy! Show Notes Join Our Patreon Community! SafeMatch - Please fill out this short survey for SafeMatch to help improve them in their mission! Try BeachBody On-Demand free for 14 days! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Laura and Casey cover a ton of ground in this extremely relatable episode. They are in their mid-30's and have been together for over 20 years. In that time, one of them definitely didn't nail it when bringing up non-monogamy to the other, they have shifted their approach a few times, seen powerful shifts in their confidence, navigated raising kids, and have been having a lot of fun! This one has a little something for everyone and we think you will love it! Enjoy! Show Notes Fun MyOneCondom Holiday Survey! Try BeachBody On-Demand free for 14 days! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

In her early twenties Dedeker continually found herself wanting to cheat on her partners even though she loved them and still wanted to be with them. She never cheated, but after confessing this to a friend of hers one night, he pitched the idea of open relationships to her. After she was done being offended, she researched it extensively and began the incredible journey that led to the story she shared with us. Beyond that, her experiences and wisdom have helped her craft the incredible Multiamory podcast as one of its three co-hosts. This conversation literally takes us around the world and across pretty much the entire spectrum of non-monogamy. Enjoy! Show Notes Multiamory Podcast Fun MyOneCondom Holiday Survey! Try BeachBody On-Demand free for 14 days! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Claire and Phil met in high school but didn't end up getting together until a few years later. They've been together for over 10 years now and sort of stumbled into non-monogamy pretty early on after giving each other hall passes in college. Spoiler alert, it was a learning experience! Since then they have had some ups and downs and explored a blend of swinging and polyamory. Lately, it seems as if they're finding their groove and they are loving it! Show Notes Fun MyOneCondom Holiday Survey! Join Our Patreon Community! The Monogamish Marriage Blog $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Brian and his wife have been exploring non-monogamy in various capacities over the past few years and have ultimately decided to separate. To protect her privacy, they decided the best strategy would be for Brian to share the story on their behalf and we appreciate their vulnerability in doing so. It's a great example of how many people leap to the conclusion that non-monogamy caused the relationship to end but as you will hear, it's a lot more nuanced than that. Show Notes Fun MyOneCondom Holiday Survey! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Brandy and Will have been together less than a year and jumped into the world of swinging very early on! They both came out of long marriages and were committed early on to being wide open and transparent with each other which led to opening the relationship. If that wasn't enough, they also just started an online store to help people in the swinging lifestyle find sexy outfits and accessories for themed parties. Have a listen to their story and check out their online store and save 10% if you use the offer code "emma"! Show Notes Fun MyOneCondom Holiday Survey! Friends of LS Website - Use offer code "emma" for 10% off your next purchase! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Lee and Ron are the first same gender male couple that we have had the opportunity to have on the show and we're so excited to help get their story out into the world. They have been together about seven years and over that time they have both had the opportunity to explore things about themselves that have led to amazing growth and experiences. Their story is powerful in many ways and we hope it finds you at a time when you're looking for inspiration to be yourself and love your partner(s) for who they are. Thank you to both of them for sharing and being a positive influence on this community. Show Notes Fun MyOneCondom Holiday Survey! Lee's Etsy Store - Save 10% with offercode "NNMPC10" Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

One of the esteemed hosts of the Multiamory podcast joins us this week to share a bit more about his personal story. He has been exploring non-monogamy in various forms for about 14 years and has some amazing insights and advice to share on top of his incredible story. Be sure to check out the Multiamory podcast as well for over 200 episodes of pure wisdom from Jase and the rest of the team! Show Notes Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Libby is a relationship coach and educator as well as a brand new podcaster! Emma said I can't call this the "Mom-isode" so I won't... But I will say that Libby has some incredible stories of how she navigated dating, community building, and networking as a new mom. Not a mom yourself? Me neither and I took a ton away from this episode. Libby is overflowing with positive vibes and life experiences that we can all learn from. Have a listen and then when you're done, go subscribe to her new podcast called "Making Polyamory Work." Show Notes Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

This is an amazing and powerful story of two strong people who have come out of incredibly oppressive religious backgrounds and are working together everyday to overcome shame and find their way in exploring non-monogamy. We hope you find this story as useful and moving as we did. Enjoy! Show Notes Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Dawn and Dan have been together and exploring non-monogamy in a variety of ways for the past 20 years. Eleven years ago they started their podcast called The Erotic Awakening and have published over 500 episodes since then! They are here to share some insights and stories from their journey as well as some of the things they have learned along the way. Show Notes Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie The Erotic Awakening w/ Dawn and Dan https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

Eliza and Scott have been best friends for 25 years, they may have also hooked up a few times over the years. A recent car accident awakened something inside of them and now they're married. Not only that, they have an open marriage agreement. Sound simple enough? Didn't think so.. And it's actually a lot more complicated than it sounds. These two have an incredibly heartwarming story and a very deep love and admiration for one another. They're learning to navigate a whole lot of new things together and have been discovering that while it's not always easy, they wouldn't change a thing about it. Trigger Alert... Grab a tissue. There are some emotional parts and maybe a few tears. :) Show Notes Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing 6 Free Month Trial on Kasidie https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/