Épisodes

  • What is a Don't Ask / Don't Tell Arrangement?
    Jan 22 2022

    Polyamory 101 is in session!

    In this episode, we explore the following questions:

    • What is a disclosure policy?
    • What are the three major characteristics of a disclosure policy?
    • How are disclosure policies relevant to relationships?
    • Are DA/DT arrangements the same as cheating?
    • Is it ethical to withhold information from a partner?
    • Who might a DA/DT arrangement be good for?

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    8 min
  • What is Poly Fidelity?
    Jan 8 2022

    Polyamory 101 is in session!

    In this episode, we explore the following questions:

    • What is Poly Fidelity (PolyFi)?
    • How is PolyFi different from most other kinds of non-monogamy?
    • In what situations does PolyFi most often occur?
    • What are the pros and cons of being PolyFi?
    • What was the Kerista Village Commune, and how did they practice PolyFi?
    • What are some best practices for practicing PolyFi as a polycule new to non-monogamy?

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    8 min
  • What is Swinging?
    Jan 5 2022

    Polyamory 101 is in session!

    In this episode, we explore the following questions:

    • What is swinging?
    • How does swinging differ from other styles of non-monogamy?
    • What is the history of swinging in the USA?
    • What is the demographic makeup of swingers?
    • How do swingers tend to navigate romantic or emotional connections?
    • What was the overall cultural impact of the swinger movement?

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    6 min
  • What is Relationship Anarchy?
    Jan 1 2022

    Polyamory 101 is in session!

    In this episode, we explore the following questions:

    • What is Relationship Anarchy?
    • What is the Relationship Anarchy Manifesto?
    • What are some of the core tenants that make RA unique?
    • What is an "intentional relationship"?
    • What is the Relationship Smorgasbord?

    Find the original RA Manifesto here.

    Find a high-res copy of the RA Smorgasbord here.

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    9 min
  • What is Solo Poly?
    Dec 29 2021

    Polyamory 101 is in session!

    In this episode, we explore the following questions:

    • What is Solo Poly?
    • How is Solo Poly different from other styles of non-monogamy?
    • Can you be Solo Poly while married, cohabitating, or sharing finances with others?
    • Are Solo Poly people more selfish than others?
    • How can I go about being Solo Poly while also considering the needs of others and reaching compromises with my partners?

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    7 min
  • What is Poly Hierarchy?
    Dec 25 2021

    Polyamory 101 is in session!

    In this episode, we explore the following questions:

    • What is Poly Hierarchy?
    • What are "Primary" and "Secondary" partners?
    • How does the poly community view partner hierarchies?
    • What are some common pitfalls within Poly Hierarchy?
    • What are some situations in which hierarchy would be appropriate?
    • How do hierarchies work for people who practice Solo Poly?

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    7 min
  • Q&A #01 - Are Poly People Better?
    Dec 22 2021

    Polyamory 101 is in session!

    In this Q&A Episode, we answer the following questions from listeners like you!

    • Are poly people "better" or more evolved than monogamous people?
    • How does a monogamous person cope with having a poly girlfriend?
    • My primary is extremely opposed to my other partner being around our son. Is this unreasonable?
    • I am uncomfortable with my partner being private about their other relationships, what do I do?

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    15 min
  • What is Compersion?
    Dec 18 2021

    Polyamory 101 is in session!

    In this episode, we explore the following questions:

    • What is empathy?
    • What is compersion?
    • Is it possible to be poly without feeling compersion?
    • Is it possible to foster a sense of compersion?
    • What are ways to feel more secure in my relationships?

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    9 min