Abuse in Non-Monogamy feat. Claire Travers from Poly Pages

Trigger Warning: This episode contains extensive discussion of abuse, coercion, control, alcoholism and drug abuse that might be distressing for some listeners. If these topics could be difficult for you to listen to, maybe consider skipping is week's show.

Today we are joined by the founder of the non-monogamy resource Poly Pages Claire Travers. We discuss how abuse can manifest itself in non-monogamous relationships and how we can be aware of this to keep ourselves and others safe. Claire also highlights the need for a community-level understanding of what abuse looks like in non-monogamy and non-monogamy-specific resources around this topic.

But first, Rich and Siobhan talk about coming out at work and joining Lauren Flans on Coming Out Pod.

A huge thanks to Claire for joining us to discuss this important topic. You can find Poly Pages on Tiktok, Instagram, Twitter and Threads. At their website you can find their Podcast and all their resources including the PolyPages' List of Red Flags and PolyPages' Model for Polyamorous Abuse: The Duluth Wheel.

For resources on vetting visit Kynk 101. Other websites Claired mentioned at the end of the episode are listed below. These are specific to the UK and the US. We encourage you to seek out similar resources in your own country if you need them.

USA Resources

The Network/LA Red 800-832-1901

Partner Abuse in Poly Communities

Safety Planning

UK Resources

Refuge 0808 2000 247