Relationship Diversity Podcast

Send us a textSeason 2 | Episode 3:Is It Possible to Open Up Without Blowing Up? With Guest Ally IsemanIn this episode, I have an inspiring and fun conversation with Ally Iseman, a certified relationship coach and expert in non-monogamous relationships. We discuss 'lazy monogamy' and the importance of choosing relationships intentionally. Ally gives us so many tangible, actionable tools to help with managing discomfort in relationships, self-reflection, and being curious as you explore relationship options like consensual non-monogamy. Ally also shares her personal journey and provides resources for those interested in exploring diverse relationship structures. 00:28 Welcome to the Podcast01:29 Introducing Ally Iseman03:58 Ally's Personal Journey07:13 Understanding Patterns in Relationships11:17 The Importance of Discomfort18:51 Breath and Body Awareness22:56 Intentionality in Relationships24:49 Understanding Lazy Monogamy26:01 Working with Different Relationship Dynamics26:48 Starting the Conversation About Non-Monogamy27:38 Creating a Relationship Agreement31:17 Introducing the Limitless Love Formula33:41 The ENM 101 Course38:31 Resources and Support for Relationship ExplorationConnect with Ally:Website | YouTube | Substack | InstagramAlly's Tools:Relationship Ratio Quiz | ResourcesThis is Relationships Reimagined.Join the conversation as we dive into a new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity GuideConnect with me:YouTubeInstagramWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for Good"Podcast Music by Zachariah HickmanSupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textSeason 2 | Episode 2Crafting Legendary Relationships: The Power Couple Blueprint with Gabriela EmbonIn this episode, I welcome engineer-turned-relationship coach Gabriela Embon. We delve into the concept of 'power couples,' defined as synergetic partnerships that elevate both individuals and the relationship itself. Gabriela introduces her book 'Becoming a Power Couple: Four Pillars to Engineer Legendary Marriages,' explaining the four foundational pillars essential for thriving relationships: The Me, The You, The Our, and The Us. Gabriela shares practical strategies for reconnecting couples, overcoming differences, and creating shared visions, emphasizing that even one partner's efforts can initiate positive change. The discussion underscores the systemic nature of these pillars and the importance of working on them concurrently to achieve a holistic, fulfilling relationship.00:00 Introduction to Power Couples00:44 Welcome to the Relationship Diversity Podcast01:47 Meet Gabriela Embon: From Engineer to Relationship Coach06:59 The Four Pillars of Legendary Relationships11:50 Signs of a Drifting Relationship20:23 Reconnecting and Rekindling Intimacy26:48 The Purpose of Unity in Relationships27:14 Balancing Reciprocity and Unconditional Giving27:53 Systemic View of Relationship Pillars29:44 The Importance of Shared Vision31:13 Navigating Differences in Shared Vision31:54 Creating a Shared Vision Through Open Conversation34:09 Problem Solving for a Shared Vision39:07 Tailoring Coaching to Individual Needs44:52 The Power of Emotional ROI46:09 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsConnect with Gabriela:Website | Download the Prologue of her bookJoin the conversation as we dive into a new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity GuideConnect with me:YouTubeInstagramWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for Good"Podcast Music by Zachariah HickmanSupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textSeason 2 | Episode 1:Inner Healing and What’s Coming Next for RelationshipsIn this return episode, I reflect on the transformative journey I undertook in 2025 after an intuitive call to clear my schedule for profound inner work. I discuss the importance of small acts of kindness, focusing on commonalities with others, and living in the present moment to manage anxiety. I also offer a glimpse into the podcast's future, teasing upcoming episodes on diverse relationship styles and emotionally charged topics like grief and infidelity. Stay tuned for this upcoming season of the podcast with new episodes released every Thursday.00:00 Acts of Kindness and Connection01:51 Introduction to the Relationship Diversity Podcast02:44 A Year of Unexpected Changes05:28 Focusing on the Mind and Presence08:57 Techniques for Managing Anxiety14:10 Building Bridges Through Kindness19:59 Future of the Podcast22:44 Stay Curious and ConnectedThis is Relationships Reimagined.Join the conversation as we dive into a new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity GuideGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for Good"Podcast Music by Zachariah HickmanSupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textHiatus Week 13: Playlist About Advocacy and Relationship Diversity, Exploring Intersectionality, Justice, and Representation Even while I'm taking some time off, I want to continue showing up for you and pursuing my passion, which is to help people break free from societal norms and rethink everything they know about relationships. I truly believe there's a new paradigm for relationships being birthed, one grounded in the concept and foundations of relationship diversity.So, to keep the conversations alive, I've taken a look back at my two years of episodes and noticed some exciting themes emerging. Each week, during my hiatus, I'll post a specially curated playlist of episodes centered on a specific topic. Then you'll find links to those episodes in the show notes to help you dive deeper into areas that might resonate with where you are in your journey.Let's continue exploring, growing, and embracing the expansiveness of relationship diversity together. This week’s special playlist focuses on the theme of advocacy and relationship diversity. Featured episodes include conversations with experts like Tamara Pincus on fat justice and self-acceptance, Dr. Christopher Smith on race and non-monogamy, Brett Chamberlain on advocacy for non-monogamous families, Dr. Baddie on decolonizing relationships for BIPOC individuals, and Michelle Hy on the political nature of relationships. Each episode dives into critical discussions about intersectionality, justice, and representation in various relationship structures.Episodes in this playlist:Episode 67: Exploring Relationship Diversity, Fat Justice, and Self-Acceptance with Tamara PincusEpisode 99: The Intersectionality of Race and Non-Monogamy with Dr. Christopher Smith Episode 104: Advocacy and Support for Non-Monogamy with Brett Chamberlain, Executive Director for OPENEpisode 114: Decolonizing Relationships: BIPOC Perspectives with Dr. Badiee, PolyTherapistEpisode 117: Relationships are Political with Michelle Hy, Polyamorous While AsianThis is Relationships Reimagined.Join the conversation as we dive into a new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity GuideConnect with me:YouTubeInstagramWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Support the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textHiatus Week 12: Playlist on Sensuality, Sexual Healing, and Redefining Intimacy Even while I'm taking some time off, I want to continue showing up for you and pursuing my passion, which is to help people break free from societal norms and rethink everything they know about relationships. I truly believe there's a new paradigm for relationships being birthed, one grounded in the concept and foundations of relationship diversity.So, to keep the conversations alive, I've taken a look back at my two years of episodes and noticed some exciting themes emerging. Each week, during my hiatus, I'll post a specially curated playlist of episodes centered on a specific topic. Then you'll find links to those episodes in the show notes to help you dive deeper into areas that might resonate with where you are in your journey Let's continue exploring, growing, and embracing the expansiveness of relationship diversity together. This week's specially curated playlist features a range of insightful episodes covering conversations on sensuality, taboo topics in sexuality, healing through BDSM and kink, redefining sex and sexuality, deepening connections through rope play, overcoming sexual avoidance, and healing sexual shame. Episodes in this Playlist:Episode 31: Conversations with Jada Fire Kalika of the Wolf about SensualityEpisode 35: Sexuality and the Taboo with Sexuality Educator, Laura ZamEpisode 43: Healing Through BDSM and Kink with Amanda RueEpisode 49: Redefining Sex and Sexuality with Rachel WrightEpisode 92: Deepening Connections Through Rope Play with Sexologist, ErosEpisode 108: Healing a Sexless Relationship: Rebuilding Trust and Emotional Intimacy with Katie Ziskind: Episode 119: Healing Sexual Shame to Transform Relationships with Flo OliveiraThis is Relationships Reimagined.Join the conversation as we dive into a new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity GuideConnect with me:YouTubeInstagramWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for GoodSupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textHiatus Week 11: Self-Care, Self-Work, and Somatic Healing Playlist for Personal GrowthEven while I'm taking some time off, I want to continue showing up for you and pursuing my passion, which is to help people break free from societal norms and rethink everything they know about relationships. I truly believe there's a new paradigm for relationships being birthed, one grounded in the concept and foundations of relationship diversity.So, to keep the conversations alive, I've taken a look back at my two years of episodes and noticed some exciting themes emerging. Each week, during my hiatus, I'll post a specially curated playlist of episodes centered on a specific topic. Then you'll find links to those episodes in the show notes to help you dive deeper into areas that might resonate with where you are in your journey.Let's continue exploring, growing, and embracing the expansiveness of relationship diversity together. This week’s theme is focused on self-care, self-inquiry, and self-work. The highlighted episodes cover a range of topics including the essentials of self-care, the benefits of somatic therapy, tackling the inner critic, holistic healing and generational relationship wounds, finding tenderness during relationship challenges, self-care as self-advocacy, and understanding fear in relationship exploration and growth. Each episode is designed to help listeners navigate and embrace relationship diversity while focusing on personal growth.Episode 20: Self-Care is NOT a Luxury!Episode 81: Your Body Never Lies: How Somatic Therapy Can Catapult Your Diverse Relationship Experience with Dedeker Winston and Orit KrugEpisode 89: Dismantling Your Debilitating Inner-CriticEpisode 90: Uncovering Generational Relationship Wounds and Holistic Healing with Jayden AubrynEpisode 106: Finding Tenderness While Facing Relationship Challenges with Molly ReaghEpisode 111: Self-Care as a Form of Self-AdvocacyEpisode 116: Fear’s Role in Relationship Exploration and GrowthThis is Relationships Reimagined.Join the conversation as we dive into a new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity GuideConnect with me:WebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome HeartbSupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textHiatus Week 10: Playlist on the Importance of Community when Exploring Relationship Diversity Even while I'm taking some time off, I want to continue showing up for you and pursuing my passion, which is to help people break free from societal norms and rethink everything they know about relationships. I truly believe there's a new paradigm for relationships being birthed, one grounded in the concept and foundations of relationship diversity. So, to keep the conversations alive, I've taken a look back at my two years of episodes and noticed some exciting themes emerging. Each week, during my hiatus, I'll post a specially curated playlist of episodes centered on a specific topic. Then you'll find links to those episodes in the show notes to help you dive deeper into areas that might resonate with where you are in your journey. Let's continue exploring, growing, and embracing the expansiveness of relationship diversity together.  This week's focus is on finding and cultivating community, which is crucial for those feeling like outsiders while exploring non-normative relationships. Highlighted episodes include discussions on authentic human connections, how to find resonant communities, the importance of belonging, and insights from thought leaders and community builders.  Episodes tagged:Episode 27: The Importance of Authentic Human Connection Within RelationshipsEpisode 32: Feeling Like an Outsider? How To Find Community You Resonate WithEpisode 88: The Importance of Finding a Resonant Community with Noa Elan of Bloom/PluraEpisode 98: The Tension Between Authenticity and Belonging in Diverse RelationshipsEpisode 110: Is There a RIGHT Way to do Non-Monogamy? with Emma and Finn from Normalizing Non-MonogamyThis is Relationships Reimagined.Join the conversation as we dive into a new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity GuideConnect with me:YouTubeInstagramWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for GoodPodcast Music by Zachariah HickmanSupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textHiatus Week 9: Playlist on Transformative Tools and Insights for Deeper Connections and Enhanced Relationships Even while I'm taking some time off, I want to continue showing up for you and pursuing my passion, which is to help people break free from societal norms and rethink everything they know about relationships. I truly believe there's a new paradigm for relationships being birthed, one grounded in the concept and foundations of relationship diversity. So, to keep the conversations alive, I've taken a look back at my two years of episodes and noticed some exciting themes emerging. Each week, during my hiatus, I'll post a specially curated playlist of episodes centered on a specific topic. Then you'll find links to those episodes in the show notes to help you dive deeper into areas that might resonate with where you are in your journey. Let's continue exploring, growing, and embracing the expansiveness of relationship diversity together.  This week’s theme is about relationship tools that we can cultivate and use to deepen our relationships. The selected episodes address key issues like dysfunctional communication, soul-nourishing conversations, compersion in non-monogamous relationships, and the broader spectrum of intimacy. I also emphasize curiosity as a critical element for cultivating fulfilling and secure relationships. Tagged Episodes:Episode 30: You Can’t Expect Your Partner to be a Mind ReaderEpisode 33: Conversations with Dr. Ali Griffith about Connecting Through Soul-Nourishing CommunicationEpisode 51: Embracing Compersion: The Transformative Power of Joy in Non-Monogamous Relationships with Dr. Marie ThouinEpisode 64: Intimacy is So Much More Than Sex!Episode 76: Harnessing the Power of Curiosity to Reshape and Reimagine Our Relationships This is Relationships Reimagined.Join the conversation as we dive into a new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity GuideConnect with me:YouTubeInstagramWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for GoodPodcast Music by Zachariah Hickman Support the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textHiatus Week 8:Opening Up Relationships – Playlist on Shifting Structures and Exploring Non-MonogamyEven while I'm taking some time off, I want to continue showing up for you and pursuing my passion, which is to help people break free from societal norms and rethink everything they know about relationships. I truly believe there's a new paradigm for relationships being birthed, one grounded in the concept and foundations of relationship diversity.So, to keep the conversations alive, I've taken a look back at my two years of episodes and noticed some exciting themes emerging. Each week, during my hiatus, I'll post a specially curated playlist of episodes centered on a specific topic. Then you'll find links to those episodes in the show notes to help you dive deeper into areas that might resonate with where you are in your journey. Let's continue exploring, growing, and embracing the expansiveness of relationship diversity together. This week focuses on opening up a monogamous relationship or shifting relationship structures. In this playlist, I include episodes delving into ethical non-monogamy, steps for exploring open relationships, the impact of timing, navigating differing desires to open a relationship, and launching new relationship dynamics. Listeners are encouraged to explore, grow, and embrace the expansiveness of relationship diversity.Episode 11: Let’s Take a Deeper Look at Ethical Non-MonogamyEpisode 24: Do These 3 Things Before Attempting to Open Up a Monogamous RelationshipEpisode 48: Shifting Your Relationship Structure - How Timing Can Influence Your DecisionEpisode 56: Opening Up (Part 1): When YOU want to Open Your Relationship and Your Partner Doesn'tEpisode 58: Opening Up (Part 2): When Your Partner Wants to Open Your Relationship and You Don'tEpisode 68: Don't Freak Out! It's Time To Launch Your New Structure~Here's How to Be IntentionalThis is Relationships Reimagined.Join the conversation as we dive into a new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity GuideConnect with me:YouTubeInstagramWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for GoodPodcast Music by Support the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.

Send us a textHiatus Week 7: Swinging and The Lifestyle Playlist – Myths, Play Parties, and Relationship LessonsEven while I'm taking some time off, I want to continue showing up for you and pursuing my passion, which is to help people break free from societal norms and rethink everything they know about relationships. I truly believe there's a new paradigm for relationships being birthed, one grounded in the concept and foundations of relationship diversity. So, to keep the conversations alive, I've taken a look back at my two years of episodes and noticed some exciting themes emerging. Each week, during my hiatus, I'll post a specially curated playlist of episodes centered on a specific topic. Then you'll find links to those episodes in the show notes to help you dive deeper into areas that might resonate with where you are in your journey. Let's continue exploring, growing, and embracing the expansiveness of relationship diversity together.  This week focuses on Swinging or as some call it, The Lifestyle. This week's highlights include Episode 61, featuring Jo Leavitt, who sheds light on swinging myths and the importance of communication, trust, and respect. In Episode 87, Chez Jennings discusses the ins and outs of play parties, providing insights useful for people in diverse relationship structures. Lastly, Episode 122 with Lauren Hayes explores lessons monogamous couples can learn from swingers, emphasizing self-awareness, emotional sovereignty, and communication to enrich all types of relationships. Episodes tagged: Episode 61 An Open Conversation about Swinging with Jo Leavitt Episode 87 All About Play Parties with Chez Jennings Episode 122 What Monogamous Couples Can Learn from Swingers to Transform Love and Intimacy with Lauren HayesThis is Relationships Reimagined.Join the conversation as we dive into a new paradigm of conscious, intentional and diverse relationships. ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️ ✴️Get Your Free Relationship Diversity GuideConnect with me:YouTubeInstagramWebsiteGet my book, “Why Do They Always Break Up with Me? The Ultimate Guide to Overcome Heartbreak for GoodPodcast Music by Zachariah HickmanSupport the show Please note: I am not a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker. I am not attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue, disease, or condition. The information provided in or through my podcast is not intended to be a substitute for the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by your own Medical Provider or Mental Health Provider. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Provider and/or Mental Health Provider regarding any questions or concerns you have about your specific circumstance.