Ep 278 - Jill + Stephen

Jade self-describes as a cyborg who combines provocative thought with moving furniture. Clearly, you're in for an interview that blends a sharp sense of humor with a powerful story. Beyond cyborg, Jade is a comedian, performer, and artist. We're excited and honored to share with you this conversation that gives us a glimpse of exploring love, dating, relationships, sex, and life from a perspective few of us have. Jade is also featured in the upcoming animated documentary "Romantic Chorus" which will be released in the end of January.   www.jadetheriault.com Twitter: @thepaintedjade Instagram: @thepaintedjade   Romantic Chorus Film Instagram: @RomanticChorusDocumentary See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Swingfessions Comic Book A Color Named Love Kickstarter Click here to join our December 12 Virtual Meet and Greet! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

2 Dec 20201h 9min

Chloe and Drew were such amazing guests that we decided to have them back a second time! It's not critical that you listen to their first episode (Ep 89) before listening to this one but it will provide some context. Their first episode resulted in a handful of listener emails concerned for Drew's wellbeing in the relationship. In this episode they address those concerns and talk about the incredible amount of growth they have both experienced in the last year. We also have a few laughs and maybe a tear or two... Enjoy! See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our December 12 Virtual Meet and Greet! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

25 Nov 20201h 18min

Imani started exploring non-monogamy in 2013 when she was in a relationship that was fading out. Her and her partner decided to give it a try as a last ditch effort to save the relationship but it ended up not working out quite like that. Since then she has continued to explore and learn what works best for her. Her thoughtfulness and insight in this discussion is incredible and wide-ranging.   She is also the owner and creator of an online adult pleasure shop called Decadent d'Vices. It is incredible and we encourage you to check it out and use the offer code EMMA to save 20% at checkout!   Decadent d'Vices (Use offer code EMMA to save 20%!) Twitter: @DecadentdVices Instagran: @DecadentdVices   Romantic Chorus Film Instagram: @RomanticChorusDocumentary See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our December 12 Virtual Meet and Greet! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

18 Nov 202057min

Mistakes are inevitable and when they happen, communication is critical. Mariana and Rob are a young couple from Brazil who share their amazing story with us and prove that if you can communicate there is nothing you can't accomplish together. One of the other things we love about these two is that they prefer not to define their non-monogamous dynamic. As Rob says, the just do things and they try to understand them together. Also! Mariana is the author of "A Color Named Love", the first children's book with polyamorous parents represented.  Meet Anna and her 4 parents in this book that celebrates polyamory and all the beautiful and valid forms of loving families! Mariana just launched the book on Kickstarter and you can be of the first to purchase it and support the book using the links below. Support "A Color Named Love" Kickstarter See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our November 13 Virtual Meet and Greet! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

11 Nov 20201h 16min

Scarlett is in her early forties and was married for 10 years before getting divorced a few years ago. Since then, she has started exploring just about everything under the sun! She identifies as solo poly and also has been loving the kinkier side of life. She even credits BDSM with helping her quit smoking! She brings incredible energy and personality to this powerful episode and we love it! Enjoy!   See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our November 13 Virtual Meet and Greet! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing Poly Dallas Millennium A Color Named Love - Kickstarter https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

4 Nov 20201h 8min

Emily and Matt both thought they were broken and not meant to be loved like everyone else. Then they met and together decided to openly explore their sexualities and non-monogamy and everything changed for them. It has been an amazing journey but definitely not one without some bumps along the way. In fact, they describe their first experience as a "trial by fire" and it is full of learning opportunities for everyone. They are amazing people who have grown so much together and we can't thank them enough for their vulnerability and willingness to share their story.   See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our November 13 Virtual Meet and Greet! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

28 Okt 20201h 18min

Gabrielle grew up in Jamaica Queens with various forms of non-monogamy happening around her. She has been exploring it herself since the beginning of her dating life around age 17. Since then she has experienced a variety of dynamics and is currently happily identifying as solo poly. She is also a freelance writer who covers polyamory, sex, mental health, relationships, and the intersections of race. Her story is amazing as is her writing. We hope you enjoy!   See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our November 13 Virtual Meet and Greet! Check out the all new inclusive and diverse AltPlayGround! Join Our Patreon Community! $10 Off - Online STI Testing https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

21 Okt 20201h 9min

Rachael shares with us a powerful and beautiful story of self-discovery. She married at a young age and realized years later that she had never had the time to find who she was. At age 32 she had zero sex drive but figured that was just normal because she was "getting old..." Then she went to see the movie Wolverine and saw Hugh Jackman with his shirt off and it hit her that she needed to make some changes. Since then, she has separated from her high school sweetheart, learned a ton about herself, gotten involved in various polyamory and kink organizations, and even started her own publication on Medium called Polyamory Today. This interview covers so much ground and is super inspiring. Enjoy!   Rachael's Contact Info: Polyamory Today Fattitude Twitter: @rachael1013 Email: rachael.hope.writes@gmail.com   See photos and more details of all our guests by checking out the Show Notes! Click here to join our October 16 Virtual Meet and Greet!   Check out the all new inclusive and diverse AltPlayGround!   Join Our Patreon Community!   $10 Off - Online STI Testing    https://www.normalizingnonmonogamy.com/

14 Okt 20201h 12min