Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relatio...
Multiamory offers support and advice for modern relationships. Whether you are monogamous, polyamorous, swinging, casually dating, or if you just do relationships differently, we see you and we’re here for you. Multiamory is a proud member of Pleasure Podcasts. For network details, contact cameron@pleasurepodcasts.com.
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473 - Love Languages Might Be Bullsh*t
Today we're talking about love languages, and taking a critical look at them to discuss whether or not they're actually as important as we make them out to be. We're going to go over some of the key assumptions behind the love languages and of course, look
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472 - "Is it possible to get ahead of couples' ...
This week's Q&A episode is discussing couples' privilege and how to be cognizant of when it may affect interactions with other potential partners.
If you want to submit a question to be answered on one of the extra Q&A episodes we're doing for the next f
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471 - Possessiveness Might Help Your Non-Monoga...
Today, we're talking about feeling possessive over a partner, the psychology and science behind it, and how even when non-monogamous, possessive feelings can still arise and create challenges for us. We'll even be discussing some times when a little bit of
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470 - "I want foreplay to start at breakfast."
This week's question from our Patreon supporters is discussing initiating sex, foreplay, and mismatched communications.
If you want to submit a question to be answered on one of the extra Q&A episodes we're doing for the next few months, become one of ou
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469 - Discomfort is Good For You
Nobody LIKES feeling uncomfortable...but today we're going to be looking at a few ways we sometimes avoid discomfort that may be making the problem worse instead of better. We're taking a good hard look at the emotions a lot of us prefer to avoid, how dist
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468 - "I want to fix our desire mismatch, but m...
This week's question for our Q&A episode is addressing mismatched desire during busy, long-term partnered life and being stuck in "practical mode."
If you want to submit a question to be answered on one of the extra Q&A episodes we're doing for the next
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467 - "You're gonna need therapy until you die"...
Today we're joined by Jeff Guenther, also known online as TherapyJeff! Jeff has joined us to talk about what he does, therapy, non-monogamy, and much more!
Jeff Guenther, aka TherapyJeff, is, according to him, the most handsome therapist on the internet a
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466 - "I have lost all enthusiasm for my relati...
During this mini episode, we're answering just one question from our Patreon community. Today we're discussing reframing relationships, de-escalation, and acceptance.
If you'd like to have your question answered on a future mini episode, visit patreon.co
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465 - Is Single Life Superior? Why Independence...
Breakup season has passed, so we're going to spend an episode talking about independence is important for everyone, regardless of your relationship status. We'll go over some research and demographics, some common misconceptions about singlehood, and final
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464 - This Is Why You Struggle with Honesty
Today, we're talking about honesty, and what makes it difficult to be honest with a partner. We all have difficulty with being honest sometimes, whether it's sharing a negative opinion about something or disclosing information about other partnerships. We'
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463 - You're Not as Open-Minded As You Think
Today we're talking about being open-minded: what it means, how it's often misunderstood, and how we're probably not as good at it as we think we are. Typically people think of open-mindedness as a good thing, especially among younger folks, but it's hard
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462 - Deepening Connections Through Slow Love
Today, we're talking about slow dating and slow love, which was brought to our attention by Damona Hoffman in episode 456. We'll go over what slow love is, whether it's the answer to NRE woes or not, some of slow love's benefits and pitfalls, and how to de
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461 - My Partner Won’t Admit Their Jealousy - L...
Today we have another Q&A episode, so we're diving into some listener questions. Some of the topics we're covering are what happens when just one relationship in a triad has to end, how to support a long distance partner, how to build confidence when you’v
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460 - Multiamory Presents: Navigating Jealousy ...
Today's episode is an interview we did with Sara Sense of the Better in Bed podcast about jealousy and navigating it in the context of relationships and non-monogamy.
Sara Tang is a certified sexologist and coach based in Hong Kong. She believes that sex
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459 - Non-Monogamy in the Workplace Part 2
For our second part of our non-monogamy in the workplace series, we're talking about how to actually go about opening up at work, what kinds of changes your organization can do to make the most impact the fastest, and why companies should care about being
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458 - Non-Monogamy In the Workplace Part 1
Today's episode is the first part of a two-parter series on being out as non-monogamous at work. We're going to explore pros and cons being out at work, some tips on making the workplace a more welcoming place for diverse relationships, and some ways to he
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457 - Creating Lasting Sexual Connections with ...
Today we're welcoming back Emily Nagoski to talk about her newest book, Come Together: The Science (and Art!) of Creating Lasting Sexual Connections.
Emily is the award-winning author of the New York Times bestselling Come As You Are, and coauthor, with
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456 - F The Fairytale with Damona Hoffman
Today we're welcoming back Damona Hoffman, the Resident Love Expert of The Drew Barrymore Show and OkCupid's Official Dating Coach. Damona is the host of the long-running podcast Dates & Mates, which has just begun airing its 10th season. She is also an ad
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455 - My Brain Understands, But My Body is Pani...
We're excited to have a special episode this week! Today Dedeker is flying solo and having a fantastic conversation with board-certified dance/movement therapist Orit Krug.
Orit Krug is an award-winning Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist and Licens
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454 - When Someone You Love Wants to be Monogamous
Happy New Year to all! Our first episode of 2024 is diving into a discussion about shifting from non-monogamy to monogamy. We'll be talking about why someone might want to go back to monogamy, what the potential benefits or negative consequences of doing s
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453 - Your Regrets are Here to Help You
Today, we're talking about regret. Regret often gets a lot of negative feedback and a bad rap, often being called a useless negative emotion, but we're going to dive into some of the psychology research that indicates how regret can help us gain insight, m
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452 - Navigating Unrequited Feelings - Listener...
Today we're doing our last Q&A episode of the year! We'll be tackling one final batch of listener questions ranging from unrequited NRE, insecurity and hypersexuality, determining if conscious monogamy is right for you, and more!
If you're interested in
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451 - Multiamory Presents: Defining Non-Romanti...
Today we've got a very special episode: we're sharing an interview we did on Rachel Wright's show The Wright Conversations. In this episode we discuss going to therapy with family members, divorce, defining non-romantic relationships, inclusivity in relati
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450 - Polywise: A Conversation with Jessica Fer...
Today we're excited to share a conversation with Jessica Fern and David Cooley about their new book, Polywise.
Jessica Fern is a Psychotherapist, Coach, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Jessica is the author of Polysecure: Attachment, Trauma,
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449 - When Life Demands Get in the Way of Love
This week we're taking some time to explore what happens when life's demands and outside stressors take a toll on even solid relationships. Things like busy schedules, financial woes, health issues, or other obligations can absolutely limit the time and en
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