The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 7, Episode 5, with host Karen Yates How do you work through the bad feelings that can damage good relationships? Polyamorous therapist and author Kate Loree chats with Karen about her comprehensive book “Open Deeply,” about consensual nonmonogamy and deep strategies to regulate you during conflicts. Episode Links Kate Loree – Sex-positive psychotherapist Open Deeply […]
Relationship Anarchy
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 7, Episode 3, with host Karen Yates Relationship Anarchy rejects rules and expectations in how we relate to each other. It’s mentioned more and more in the media, but what is it exactly? In this lively conversation, therapist Nicole Thompson explains that while RA can turn our relationships on their heads, it can also bring […]
Living in a Throuple, Quad, & More!
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 7, Episode 2, with host Karen Yates Do you dream of living in a polyamorous pod? Do you have non-nesting partners? Kids? You might need to do your homework first. As part of our Polyamory In Depth season, author Laura Boyle (Monogamy? In this Economy?) explains how assumptions and expectations about polyam homelife can be […]
Are You Polywise?
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 7, Episode 1, with host Karen Yates When relationships transition from monogamous to open, or the agreements we have with polyam partners change, trouble may arise. As part of our Polyamory In Depth season, author and therapist Jessica Fern (Polywise; Polysecure) discusses navigating choppy waters and how to talk about it. Episode Links Khari B. – Event maker […]
Overcoming Jealousy and Envy in Relationships
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 6, Episode 14, with host Karen Yates Our panel of sex-positive therapists discuss the roots of jealousy and envy, and share the best ways to approach these uncomfortable feelings in both open and monogamous relationships. From our May 2024 live show. Episode Links Matthew Amador – Psychotherapist for love, sex, & gender rebels Ariel Kimble – […]
Consensual Nonmonogamy–Is It For You?
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 6, Episode 5, with host Karen Yates MAIN LIVESHOW SPONSOR Panelists from our live December show in Chicago talk about aspects of nonmonogamy: communication skills; low-risk ways to begin; what not to do; and the poly community. This lively and thoughtful conversation deeply considers what it takes to open up your relationship. Plus questions from […]
Building Stronger Open Relationships with Kate Loree
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 3, Episode 25, with host Karen Yates Polyamorous therapist and author Kate Loree chats with Karen about her new comprehensive book “Open Deeply,” about consensual nonmonogamy, and how to work through the bad feelings that can damage good relationships. Episode Links Kate Loree – Sex-positive psychotherapist Open Deeply and other sex-positive book recs
Should We Open Up Our Relationship?
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 3, Episode 14, with host Karen Yates When is the right time to start a polyamory convo with a long-term partner? Panelists respond to a listener who’s on the fence about opening up a monogamous relationship. Episode Links Tazima Parris – Sex coach and pleasure mentor Matthew Amador – Psychotherapist for love, sex, & gender […]
“My Partner is a Flirt!” & ENM Dilemma
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 2, Episode 37, with host Karen Yates “My partner is a flirt. He says this is who he is…” Panelists answer a frustrated listener’s question on different social styles within a couple. Plus, the sticky wicket of starting a nonmonogamy convo in an established relationship. Episode Links Tazima Parris – Sex coach and pleasure mentor Diane Long […]
“Many Love”: A Polyamory Memoir w/ Sophie Lucido Johnson
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 2, Episode 26, with host Karen Yates Expanding definitions of love, reframing jealousy, and taking pleasure in seeing partners happy with other people. Author/illustrator Sophie Lucido Johnson talks about her polyamory memoir “Many Love” which chronicles her journey in ethical nonmonogamy. Episode Links Sophie Lucido Johnson Many Love on Bookshop Header photo by Conscious Design […]
Taming Jealousy
The Wild & Sublime PodcastSeason 1, Episode 16, with host Karen Yates Thinking of opening up your relationship? Planning a three-way? Or just chatting with new people at a virtual party? All great and highly recommended, but… what happens when jealousy enters the room? Our panel, featuring sex & intimacy coach Tazima Parris, sex coach Caitlin V Neal, and sex-positive psychotherapist […]
