Ep 361 - Mike (Detoxicity)

We are so excited about today's beautiful conversation with Mike! He's been questioning socialized norms that didn't feel right for most of his life... We get deep with him on his experiences uncovering his queerness, questioning monogamy as the best relationship model for himself, and how he navigates ambiguity in different connections. We also talk a lot about mental health, the life-changing impact of therapy for him, and the power of finding the strength to be yourself, especially when it means pushing against everything you've been conditioned with for your whole life. This is a powerful conversation and we hope you find it as meaningful and healing as we did.

Mike is much better at describing himself and his work than we are and so we asked to use the bio from his website... Permission granted!

Hey there, I'm Mike. I'm endlessly fascinated by and interested in people. Why we do what we do. Where we come from. How we choose to live our lives. What interests us. What our passions are. I love to listen. My goal, if we decide to work together, is to help you be the person you want to be, whether the things you want are related to your relationship(s), your career(s), or your life in general!

I don't have a fancy degree, but I do have a certification (and am working on more). What I think is more valuable than a piece of paper is that I have a welcoming ear and quite a bit of life experience. I'm a thirty year veteran of the high-stress music industry, having worked everywhere from distribution to PR to behind the counter at a record store. Over the last decade, I've become involved in the mental health community as an advocate and a volunteer for various organizations. I've also become a sex and relationship educator, drawing on my experiences as a queer person whose relationship orientation leans toward CNM (consensual non-monogamy). I'm a second generation American with an Afro-Caribbean background, and have a wide variety of tastes, experiences and people in my community. I like to think I can relate to just about anyone in some way, shape or form.

For the past three years and counting, I've also hosted and produced a podcast called Detoxicity, which focuses specifically on men and how we can work to move past the socialized behaviors that often handcuff us. How we can be more open, more caring, more sensitive, and be better versions of ourselves for the people in our lives and communities, and most importantly, for ourselves. I've spoken to and learned from over 150 men, from various walks of life, every race and ethnicity, sexual and romantic orientation. And I learn more every time I speak to someone. I'm in the process of learning every day, and I want to be a guide and assistant to your learning journey as well!

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Ep 52 - Life on the Swingset (Ginger + The Prof)

Ep 52 - Life on the Swingset (Ginger + The Prof)

If you know Life on the Swingset, you know Ginger... If you know Ginger, you know The Prof. If you don't. You need to come in here and listen to two of the most amazing and well spoken humans on the topic of non-monogamy. These two are absolute legends and there is not much more to say about it. We cover just about everything under the non-monogamy umbrella from swinging to polyamory and even a bit of kink. Do yourself a solid and listen to this one.   Show Notes   Win a $50 STDCheck.com Gift Card   Join Our Patreon Community!   $10 Off - Online STI Testing   Scott's Cheap Flights   Personal Capital   Atlanta Poly Weekend   10% discount at myonecondoms.com with offer code "Emma"   https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/   https://www.lifeontheswingset.com/

13 Maalis 20191h 29min

Ep 51 - Ann + Brian

Ep 51 - Ann + Brian

If you look up compersion in the dictionary, there is likely a photo of these two amazing people! They found one another after both going through divorces a few years back and have set out on a journey to live life to the fullest in every way possible. They are just starting to explore non-monogamy but have already made it to the elusive "full swap." Since then, they have started to reconsider what they want out of it and are finding their way. Oh, by the way... They do all of this with like fourteen children. Well, maybe a few less than that. Either way, this one will make your day, come have a listen!   Show Notes   Win a $50 STDCheck.com Gift Card   Join Our Patreon Community!   $10 Off - Online STI Testing   Personal Capital   Atlanta Poly Weekend   Scott's Cheap Flights   10% discount at myonecondoms.com with offer code "Emma"   https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

6 Maalis 20191h 6min

Ep 50 - Taytum + Rachel

Ep 50 - Taytum + Rachel

Rachel and Taytum are two college students in their early twenties who are exploring their sexualities and different relationship styles together. Fairly early in their relationship Taytum confessed she is interested in exploring what it's like to be with other people. However, she has no interest in breaking up with Rachel. After lots of hard discussions Rachel found our podcast and learned all of the different ways people make these types of relationships work. They are still figuring it out but they were anxious to come on the show and share their progress with us. This is an amazing and heartwarming conversation between two people are still in the middle of finding their way.   Show Notes   Win a $50 STDCheck.com Gift Card   Join Our Patreon Community!   $10 Off - Online STI Testing   Personal Capital   Scott's Cheap Flights   10% discount at myonecondoms.com with offer code "Emma"   Atlanta Poly Weekend - June 7-9   https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

27 Helmi 20191h 8min

Ep 49 - Torrid Souls (Tori + Soul)

Ep 49 - Torrid Souls (Tori + Soul)

Tori and Soul are the Torrid Souls... A badass bisexual female-female couple who have been exploring the world of swinging for a few years. They share some amazing stories and insight with us, and you! Give it a listen and then go check them out on their own podcast!   Show Notes   $10 Off - Online STI Testing   Join Our Patreon Community!   Scott's Cheap Flights   Personal Capital   10% discount at myonecondoms.com with offer code "Emma"   https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/   http://www.torridsouls.com/

20 Helmi 20191h 24min

Ep 48 - Christopher Smith

Ep 48 - Christopher Smith

Christopher Smith has an amazing story he shares with us today. He was in the military, he was a pastor, he has multiple degrees in religious studies, he has a kid, and he is a speaker in the polyamory and non-monogamy space. He has a deep understanding, compassion, and empathy for his partners and people in general. We personally took a ton away from this interview. Check it out, you will too!   Show Notes   Win a $50 STDCheck.com Gift Card   Join Our Patreon Community!   Personal Capital - Free Money Management   $10 Off - Online STI Testing   10% discount at myonecondoms.com with offer code "Emma"   https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

13 Helmi 20191h 11min

Ep 47 - Kat + Tom

Ep 47 - Kat + Tom

This is one of the wilder interviews we have done! Kat and Tom are full of energy and life and they have a fantastic outlook on life and non-monogamy. They share a lot of amazing bits and pieces with us along with some insight into what they are looking for when they meet people in the swinging world. If you're looking for a laughing and learning experience, here is your chance!   Show Notes   Win a $50 STDCheck.com Gift Card   $10 Off - Online STI Testing   Join Our Patreon Community!   Kasidie Online Dating - Free 6 month trial   10% discount at myonecondoms.com with offer code "Emma"   https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

6 Helmi 20191h 13min

Ep 46 - Vel + Jason

Ep 46 - Vel + Jason

This week's interview is really heartwarming. Vel and Jason are a couple who have been together for a few years and have essentially been open since the start. The love and compassion they have shown for one another through breakups, coming out to family, and even the death of a partner are very inspirational. Have a listen and let us know what you think. Our guess is, you'll love it.   Show Notes   $10 Off - Online STI Testing   Join Our Patreon Community!   Kasidie Online Dating - Free 6 month trial   10% discount at myonecondoms.com with offer code "Emma"   https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

30 Tammi 20191h 13min

Ep 45 - Kevin Patterson (Poly Rolemodels)

Ep 45 - Kevin Patterson (Poly Rolemodels)

Author, blogger, and speaker of all things polyamory, Kevin Patterson sits down for a wide-ranging interview with us this week. We talk gender roles, male stereotypes, navigating polyamory as a person of color and much more. Kevin also discusses a little bit about the two books he published in 2018: Love's Not Colorblind and For Hire: Operator. We had a great time talking with Kevin and know this won't be the last time our paths cross. Get in here and check it out!   Show Notes   $10 Off - Online STI Testing   Join Our Patreon Community!   Kasidie Online Dating   10% discount at myonecondoms.com with offer code "Emma"   https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/   Poly Role Models

23 Tammi 20191h 14min

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