Polycurious

Today, JJ and Kata share their journey from non-anchor to anchor partners. Kata opens up about how a betrayal in a previous relationship made her feel more activated by non-monogamy, and offers practical tools for finding your way back to a sense of safety and emotional regulation when your partner is on a date. Resources mentioned: Ep.72 with JJ https://www.polycurious.com/podcast2/ep72 Connect w...

Today, Ross and Eden, tantra practitioners, intimacy and relationship coaches, and community builders, share how they evolved from a very polyamorous dating life to a relationship that still leaves room for openness while honoring their nervous systems, emotional capacity, and desire to focus on each other. We talk about: How to distinguish between a partner limiting your freedom out of judgment o...

Today I share my thoughts about The Invite , a movie about a married couple who invite their neighbors over for dinner. Things are awkward from the start, but they get even more awkward, funny, and real when an unexpected invitation to explore non-monogamy comes up. The Invite is directed by Olivia Wilde, who also stars in it with Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, and Edward Norton. It's a surprising...

Sarah Stroh talks about her book, Monogamaybe , her process coming to terms with her non-monogamous identity and finding a partner who supported her in that journey. We discuss how to manage and process jealousy and what agreements look like in non-monogamy when you want to be your best poly self but the reality is you’re struggling.  Resourced mentioned: Sarah's bonus episode on Spotify : htt...

Natalie Davis, author of the memoir Saying Yes: My Adventures in Polyamory , shares her journey into polyamory, from opening up her marriage in her 40s after her husband’s infidelity to navigating living with her metamours. Natalie also opens up about the end of a decade long relationship after her partner began dating someone new and could no longer offer her the kind of relationship she wanted....

Cat, Natalie, and Joshua from The Kink Collective talk about their experience building a triad. We talk about honesty and transparency in non monogamy, especially when telling the full truth feels scary because you’re worried about your partner’s reaction, and what happens when you struggle to trust a partner who isn’t fully transparent. Natalie also shares her experience entering an established r...

When Courtney proposed opening their marriage on their 17th anniversary, their relationship was struggling. Nate was a devoted father and provider, but he had become emotionally distant. Courtney’s proposal was initially met with anger, judgment, and fears that she was trying to replace him. Through therapy, difficult conversations, and learning to sit with jealousy instead of trying to fix it, Na...

In this special episode, I'm sharing a live recording from Open to Open , a panel discussion I joined in Denver hosted by coaches Bella Schauer and Booster Blake. We share our personal experiences and answer questions about New Relationship Energy, honesty, repair after conflict, and boundaries, Resources mentioned: Couple's Fall Retreat info: https://www.bella-paints.com/retreats Bella&#3...

In this solo episode, I'm sharing the emotional processing tool that's completely changed the way I handle difficult emotions. It's called RAIN, and while I didn't create it (it was popularized by meditation teacher Tara Brach), I've adapted it over the years for myself and my coaching clients. It's become one of the most effective ways I know to work through jealousy, calm...

What We Cover How to know if your relationship is ready What to expect: jealousy, guilt & imbalance Common mistakes to avoid Why you should move at the pace of the slowest partner How to handle jealousy Jealousy is normal and workable Communication is everything: don't bring up issues in the moment unless absolutely neccesary Go slow, but keep moving Questions To Discuss When Opening Up Your R...

Sex and relationship coach Sam Charles joins me to explore the shadow side of New Relationship Energy: the nervous system rollercoaster. We also talk about the reasons he is no longer over-compromising in romantic relationships, and he shares great tips for navigating the challenges that can emerge in non-monogamy when people are unclear about their agreements, intentions, or capacity. Resources m...

In this episode, Sam opens up about discovering his attraction to men later in life, what it was like having his first boyfriend, exploring sexual compatibility for the first time, and working through internalized shame around bisexuality. Listen to Sam's episode : https://open.spotify.com/episode/2hy7CGmqLikpnSJNfQPOPO?si=AMPvFjE1RAeuSYiI0Z9S_Q Sam's website : https://www.samcharlescoaching.com/...

Today I share my experience unexpectedly domming someone for the very first time at a sober kink party, and how stepping into my dominant side helped me rethink my relationship with non-monogamy, begin to untangle some of my daddy issues and feel incredibly empowered.  Resources mentioned Carnival Dungeon Party : https://www.instagram.com/carnivaldngn.co/ Polycurious Patreon: https://www.patreon.c...

Today, Vee from Girls Gone Deep shares her journey into kink, what makes a great dom, and what people can actually gain from exploring BDSM dynamics. We also dive into what it feels like to want a level of commitment your partner can’t offer, and how to know when it’s time to walk away Resources mentioned: Girls Gone Deep Podcast : https://www.girlsgonedeep.com/episodes ⁠Bonus ep.77 Can You Deesca...

What if your head is on board with non-monogamy, but your body freaks out when your partner dates someone else? Today, Bella and Patrick, who started their relationship long-distance and non-monogamous, share how they learned to navigate  multiple partners, set clear agreements, and regulate their emotions.  Resources mentioned: Bella’s Website https://www.bella-paints.com/coaching Bella’s Instagr...

Abbey and Liam from the Evolving Love Project return to share more about their journey opening up their relationship. They unpack why fairness doesn’t always mean doing the same things, reflecting on Abbey dating solo for two years before Liam did. They also explore whether compersion—the feeling of joy or happiness for your partner’s experiences with others—is something you can learn, and how it...

Nancy and Jonny spent months focusing on education, workshops, community, and strengthening their communication before taking their first steps into non-monogamy. In this episode, they share what that intentional process looked like, the challenges they encountered, and how moving slowly helped them build a deeper sense of safety and trust in their relationship. They also share practical communica...

What happens when you stop wanting sex with your long-term partner(s)… but not with someone new? In this episode, I’m joined by relationship coach and host of Making Polyamory Work , Libby Sinback. Libby shares openly about a four-year period in her marriage when she and her husband didn’t have sex and what it took to find their way back to intimacy. Resources mentioned: Learn more about Libby her...

In this episode, JJ shares how he went from being in a monogamous relationship to fully embracing his queer and non-monogamous identity. He opens up about working through shame and what it’s been like navigating queerness and non-monogamy as a man in a heteronormative culture. Resources mentioned: JJ's Bonus Patreon Content : https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-ep-72-nre-150958971?utm_medium=clipb...

In this episode, Nicolle Hodges shares how she discovered the world of kink, became a lifestyle dominatrix, and realized BDSM can be profoundly therapeutic (the subject of her upcoming book!). She also reflects on her experience in a polyamorous relationship, including navigating a throuple, and explains why she ultimately decided to step away from non-monogamy. Follow Nicolle on Instagram : https...

In part two of my conversation with Kayla and Carl, we explore how jealousy can be a powerful source of information, helping us understand what we want more of and how we can grow. We also talk about a major milestone in their non monogamy journey: Carl’s first experience stepping outside his marriage, which was also his first sexual connection with someone other than Kayla. Resources Mentioned: ⁠...

Kayla and Carl, a married couple with young kids, share how non monogamy helped them move out of a decline in sexual connection and communication. While Carl was initially not interested in exploring outside the relationship himself, his support of Kayla’s exploration became a major turning point. Kayla, who is seven years older and had often felt more in charge in the relationship, began to see C...

In this episode, we explore what it looks like to navigate three Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell relationships in which all partners want escalation, while Skyler is not ready to step onto the relationship escalator with any of them. This tension is especially present for Alex, who is in her mid-thirties and thinking seriously about partnership, stability, and having children. Skyler shares how he moved fro...

Today, Jesse opens up about two challenging breakups that unfolded in the context of non-monogamy, how those endings impacted his reputation within his community, and how they shaped the way he saw himself. He also shares how later, healthier relationships helped him rewrite those old narratives. We talk about why we’re often drawn to people who aren’t actually a good fit for partnership, why even...

In this episode, I finally sit on the other side of the mic. I’m interviewed by my friend A (who you might remember from the episode with her husband J). We talk about my upbringing, what I learned about my sexuality (including discovering masturbation much later in life), my journey with Seth as my primary partner and eventually finding a second partner, what it was like to navigate conflict with...