The Poly (Pod)Cast - Unlock Your Authentic Sexual Self feat. Gigi Engle

Unlock Your Authentic Sexual Self feat. Gigi Engle

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02/05/24 • 64 min

The Poly (Pod)Cast

Today we are joined by award-winning author and certified sex & relationships psychotherapist Gigi Engle.

We talk about how shame can manifest around sex and sexuality, why it can be so hard to overcome and some strategies to beat it. We also discuss stigmas, stereotypes and hypersexualistion that are often applied to non-monog folk, plus we delve into the power of masturbation.

First, Rich and Siobhan discuss some recent news stories around non-monogamy and the possible economic benefits of being poly!

A huge thanks to Gigi for joining us on the show. You can find Gigi and her offerings at her website. She works at The Therapy Yard and is on Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. Her book is 'All The F*cking Mistakes'.

You can follow us on socials, @poly_podcast on Instagram, Tik Tok, YouTube and Threads. Find us at our website, the-poly-podcast.captivate.fm. Get in touch with us at our email address, [email protected]

Today we are joined by award-winning author and certified sex & relationships psychotherapist Gigi Engle.

First, Rich and Siobhan discuss some recent news stories around non-monogamy and the possible economic benefits of being poly!

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Uncoupling, Jealousy And Radical Honesty feat. Nicole Pacent

It's a longy, but a goody.

Today we are joined by actor, producer and writer Nicole Pacent to talk about everything from jealousy, to commitment, to starting new relationships and transitioning in others. For the first time, Nicole talks about uncoupling from a long-term partner who is a parent to her son and the difficulty navigating this when there is no social script.

We also talk about the risks of being out as Poly, the power of radical honesty and myths around Poly people and feeling jealous.

This is a raw, honest and funny episode and we are so excited to share it with you.

We can't thank Nicole enough for her openness and vulnerability in sharing her story with us. You can find Nicole on Instagram and check out Coming Out Pod. You can find out more about As Love Goes here.

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Growing Up With A Poly Parent feat. Jon Simons

In this episode, we're joined by Jon Simons, a certified life coach who works with people within the gender, sexual, and romantic minority communities. Their dad also came out as poly when they were 11-years-old.

Jon shares their personal experiences of growing up with a poly parent, what it was like knowing non-monogamy was an option at such a young age and how this impacted their understanding of their own sexuality and orientation. We also discuss BDSM relationships and the limitations of seeing the end of a relationship as a 'failure'. To round out, we play Poly Quest with Jon.

But first up, Rich and Siobhan discuss some exciting poly news out of California.

A massive thanks to Jon for coming on the show. You can find them and their offerings at their website.

If you'd like to get involved in OPEN's work in Berkley and Oakland you can at this link.