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

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/