Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships

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Multiamory offers support and advice for modern relationships. Whether you are monogamous, polyamorous, swinging, casually dating, or if you just do relationships differently, we see you and we’re here for you. Multiamory is a proud member of Pleasure Podcasts. For network details, contact cameron@pleasurepodcasts.com.

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Dec 4, 2018 · 1 hr 11 min
199 - Visibility and Worthiness with Kat Blaque
This week we're joined by transgender rights activist and YouTube sensation Kat Blaque. We talk about outness and visibility, handling criticism and backlash online, worthiness in relationships, and navigating polyamorous dating while trans and black. You
Nov 27, 2018 · 51 min
198 - Supporting a Partner through Loss
We all experience loss - the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, being let go from a job. This week we discuss helping a partner through grief, how to care for yourself while you're caring for someone else, and also the particular challenges
Nov 20, 2018 · 52 min
197 - HIV with Liz Sutherland
For many people. the very topic of HIV is quite scary, but not so for our guest this week, Liz Sutherland of Positive Life New South Wales. We chat with Liz about the vast wealth of information that most of us don't know about HIV. including how it's epide
Nov 13, 2018 · 1 hr
196 - Am I Still Polyamorous If...
Fortunately, there's no Polyamory Board of Directors who decides who makes the cut or not. However, that doesn't prevent many people from worrying about whether or not they can claim a polyamorous identity. On this episode, we discuss identity, gatekeeping
Nov 6, 2018 · 58 min
195 - Wellbeing and Online Dating
Online dating presents a wealth of opportunities to connect with like-minded people, but it also introduces the potential for endless frustration. If you're feeling discouraged from rejection, confused about how to write a good profile, or just plain burnt
Oct 30, 2018 · 58 min
194 - Recovering from Infidelity
We get a lot of questions related to infidelity: can you even "cheat" when you're consensually non-monogamous? If my partner cheats on me, should we transition into an open relationship in order to stay together? Is it possible to heal a relationship after
Oct 23, 2018 · 1 hr 4 min
193 - Making Long Distance Relationships Work
Long distance relationships are pretty common in non-monogamous communities, and they are becoming even easier to maintain with modern technology. This week, we share the latest statistics on on the success of long distance relationships as well as fundame
Oct 16, 2018 · 52 min
192 - Self-Esteem Boost
Forget participation trophies! This week we're talking about self-esteem. We all have our highs and lows, but did you know that having greater self-esteem is associated with better health and a better social life? We'll talk about the easiest ways to get a
Oct 2, 2018 · 44 min
191 - Toxic Relationships
Are your relationships a dumping ground for toxic waste? This week we talk about the hallmarks of toxicity in relationships. Whether you've got a toxic metamour, romantic partner, co-worker, or friend, tune in to learn how to recognize the signs and break
Sep 25, 2018 · 47 min
190 - Surviving and Thriving in NRE
Do you feel like you can do anything? Are your palms sweaty and your stomach butterfly...ish? You may be feeling New Relationship Energy (NRE). This week we talk about the chemical overload your brain gives you when you're first falling in love, as well as
Sep 18, 2018 · 1 hr
189 - Handling Backlash
When you start talking to people about non-traditional relationships, the reaction isn't always pretty. This week dicuss what motivates negative reactions to non-monogamy, as well as practical tips for handling the haters and rocking tough conversations wi
Sep 11, 2018 · 1 hr 10 min
188 - What Hierarchy Means to Me
Some people think polyamory can only function with a primary-secondary hierarchy. Others think it's a recipe for disaster. On this episode, we want to dive into the nuances of hierarchy -- how it has affected our lives personally, when it's been beneficial
Sep 4, 2018 · 53 min
187 - Break Free of Relationship Drama
No one wants a relationship full of drama...or do they? Turns out there are specific roles that many of us actually enjoy to play in any given "drama" situation. This week we talk about how to break the cycle and transform drama into empowerment.
Aug 28, 2018 · 1 hr
186 - Reconnecting When You Don't Want To
Have you ever tensed up when a partner tried to hug you after a fight? What about feeling weird when a partner comes home from a date with someone else? This week we're talking about the best ways to reconnect with a partner after a physical or emotional s
Aug 21, 2018 · 1 hr 3 min
185 - Can Men Get Along with their Metamours?
On this episode we speak with Dr. Alex Bove about the findings of his recently published research on metamours and masculinity, titled: "Meta, More or Less? A Phenomenological Study of Polyamorous Men’s Relationships with Their Male Metamours." Tune in to
Aug 14, 2018 · 1 hr 3 min
184 - Multiamory Answers Your Questions Vol. 3 (Live from Lake Tahoe)
This week we're coming at ya live from our first ever patreon retreat in Lake Tahoe, CA! We answer questions from our Patreon supporters, discussing how to avoid scarcity mindset, preventing burnout, fostering inclusivity, Emily's goddess voice, and more!
Aug 7, 2018 · 1 hr 3 min
183 - Equal and Equitable Relationships
What does it mean to have a relationship that feels "equal"? Is it a fair division of labor? Mutual trust and respect? Treating every partner exactly the same? This week we dive in to equal and inequal relationships, as well as how the concept of equity ca
Jul 31, 2018 · 57 min
182 - Gamify Your Life
If you've listened to this podcast for a while, you're aware that the Multiamory crew are a bunch of gaming nerds. This week, we dive into the principles and psychology behind gamification, as well as how you can gamify your way to self-improvement and bet
Jul 24, 2018 · 53 min
181 - Settler Sexuality (with Dr. Kim Tallbear)
We're extra excited to speak to Professor Kim Tallbear. Dr. Tallbear is the author of The Critical Polyamorist blog, as well as several books, articles, and talks on settler sexuality, Indigenous peoples, technology, and relationships. We dig into the deta
Jul 17, 2018 · 52 min
180 - The Mono/Poly Paradox
It's a questions we've gotten since starting the podcast -- can mono/poly relationships work? We're joined by Phoebe Phillips, author of the Polyammering blog and creator of the "Monocorn Sanctuary" group on Facebook. Phi shares her own experience as the m