QUICKIE: Mental Health & The Lifestyle
Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris
Mental Health & The Lifestyle: Depression, Anxiety, Jealousy & the Parts Nobody Talks About In this week’s Beyond Monogamy Wednesday QUICKIE, Adam & Pris crack open a conversation most lifestyle folks avoid: mental health. From depression that hides behind humor, to feeling unwanted in LS spaces, to the pressure of always “being on” because of content creation, this episode gets raw, honest, and deeply needed. Adam opens up about a form of depression that doesn’t look like the stereotypical “can’t get out of bed” kind — it looks more like working nonstop, smiling...
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The Lifestyle Is for Everyone: Inclusivity & Texas Desires Hotel Takeover
Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris
(one “L”). Listener Voicemail: “How do lesbian couples fit into the lifestyle?” We discuss why many events historically skew toward the straight-male / bi-female dynamic and how to navigate that as a same-sex couple—focusing on mentorship, clear boundaries, and finding welcoming communities. Practical tips: look for friendly faces, build your table if no one pulls out a chair, and use lighthearted icebreakers to meet people. Texas Desires: Naughty & Nice Hotel Takeover (San Antonio • Dec 5–6) Dates/Location: Dec 5–6 in San Antonio (exact hotel released the week of...
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Inside the Mind of Adam: Love, Chaos & Building a Beyond-Monogamy Marriage
Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris
Inside the Mind of Adam: Love, Chaos & Building a Beyond-Monogamy Marriage Episode Type: QUICKIE Show: Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris What keeps a man grounded when life, love, and the lifestyle all collide? In this fun, raw, and real QUICKIE, Pris flips the mic on her husband and co-host, Adam, to dig deep into how he balances it all: a fiery wife, a busy podcast, family life, and the ups and downs of non-monogamy. From jealousy and communication struggles to menopause, ADHD, finances, and the messy moments in marriage, Adam gets vulnerable about what it really takes to stay...
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Inside Austin’s Oldest Adult Store: Exploring Sex Toys, Local Pleasure Brands & Flirting in the Lifestyle
Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris
🎧 Inside Austin’s Oldest Adult Store: Exploring Sex Toys, Local Pleasure Brands & Flirting in the Lifestyle Step inside Austin’s legendary adult boutique, , with Adam & Pris for a wild and hilarious live recording of Beyond Monogamy. In this special episode, the duo explores the shelves of Texas’ oldest adult store — surrounded by locally made toys, leather gear, art, and laughter — while diving into the unspoken rules of flirting in the lifestyle. From favorite toy confessions and lube mishaps to open talk about pleasure, body confidence, and communication, this episode...
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Lifestyle Events 101: How to Survive (and Thrive) at Your First Swinger Party
Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris
Quickie Episode • Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris Lifecycle Events 101: How to Survive (and Thrive) at Your First Swinger Party First link (all details & tickets): Episode Summary Nervous about your first lifestyle event? We’ve got you. In this Quickie, Adam & Pris get real about first-timer anxiety, how to find the right events, what to expect once you’re there, and simple ways to meet people without feeling overwhelmed. We also share details for two big meetups: our November 8th Meet & Greet at Forbidden Fruit (Austin) and the December 5–7 Naughty & Nice...
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Jealousy, Labels & Latino Love: Psychologist Jaime Gama on Ethical Non-Monogamy, Swinging vs. Poly, & Building Community
Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris
In this powerful and refreshingly funny conversation, Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris sits down with psychologist, Gestalt therapist, creator of Gotitas de Poliamor, and author Jaime Gama to unpack what it really takes to thrive in ethical non-monogamy. We dive into jealousy vs. compersion, swinging vs. polyamory, boundaries, Latin culture, and unlearning shame—mixing research-backed wisdom with real-life stories. 💧 Jaime’s work: 🌐 Our site: 📻 Listen on FullSwapRadio (Thursdays 1 PM & 6 PM CST): ❤️ Support us on Patreon: CTA: If you enjoyed this episode, please...
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QUICKIE: Spotted! When Your Vanilla Life Crashes the Lifestyle
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Anonymous Beyond Monogamy Confessional Drop your wild stories, burning questions, or true confessions—100% anonymous. We may feature yours in a future episode. Catch Us on FullSwapRadio Listen every Thursday at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM Central alongside a curated lineup of adult talk shows. Everything in One Place Episodes • Events • Confessional • Merch • Socials: Episode Keywords ethical non-monogamy, ENM, swinging, lifestyle clubs, getting spotted in the lifestyle, discretion and consent, open relationships, Beyond Monogamy podcast Thanks for listening! If this helped you...
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Transforming Love: Jessica Fern & David Cooley on Shame, Attachment & Polywise Relationships
Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris
Full Swap Radio: Thursdays at 1 PM & 6 PM CST Patreon (early access, After Hours clips, bonus minis, Discord): Show Notes Attachment & IFS: How to spot when a part (not your core self) is driving reactivity—and how to respond with needs-based clarity. Jealousy vs. Resentment: Resentment is the “check-engine light” for unmet needs or long-standing imbalances—don’t villainize it, learn from it. The 50/50 Myth: Healthy partnerships aren’t perfectly split; they’re capacity-aware and transparent about changing needs over time. Polyamory + Parenting: Why time/energy...
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QUICKIE: The Great Expectations
Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris
The Great Expectations Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris Episode Summary In The Great Expectations, Adam & Pris get real about one of the trickiest parts of ethical non-monogamy: managing what you think is going to happen versus what actually happens. From club nights that don’t go as planned to the pressure of “performing” in lifestyle settings, they unpack how expectations—ours, our partners’, and everyone else’s—shape attraction, confidence, and connection. This candid, funny, and raw conversation explores emotional intelligence, insecurity, chemistry, and the myth...
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This Kind of Girl: UK Writer Rosie Kay on Non-Monogamy, Bisexuality & Breaking Lifestyle Stereotypes
Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris
. Rosie pulls back the curtain on what it really means to live ethically non-monogamous in today’s world—far beyond the clichés of “swingers in suburbia.” From discovering her bisexuality in her teens to finding freedom (and a few fears) in London’s clubs, Rosie shares how she turned curiosity, courage, and COVID downtime into one of the UK’s most refreshingly honest lifestyle blogs. Together, we dive into bisexuality without shame, breaking stereotypes, emotional honesty and the art of giving consent even when you’re not directly involved, plus the cultural contrasts between...
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Beyond Monogamy with Adam & Pris
Episode Summary
In The Great Expectations, Adam & Pris get real about one of the trickiest parts of ethical non-monogamy: managing what you think is going to happen versus what actually happens. From club nights that don’t go as planned to the pressure of “performing” in lifestyle settings, they unpack how expectations—ours, our partners’, and everyone else’s—shape attraction, confidence, and connection. This candid, funny, and raw conversation explores emotional intelligence, insecurity, chemistry, and the myth of having “no expectations.” Spoiler: everyone has them, and that’s human.
Whether you’re new to swinging or deep into open relationship life, you’ll leave with practical perspective: the fewer expectations you cling to, the more freedom (and fun) you’ll find.
Show Notes
Topics Covered
- The illusion of “no expectations” in the lifestyle
- Why we still walk into clubs hoping for magic (and why it rarely plays out like a fantasy)
- How unrealistic expectations can kill the vibe before the night even starts
- Attraction vs. organic connection: letting chemistry lead
- Emotional intelligence as a lifestyle superpower
- Releasing insecurities and learning to care less (with age and experience)
- “Podcaster expectations” vs. real-life anxiety and social energy
- Expectations and performance pressure—why honest communication matters
- Respect, boundaries, and the expectations partners set for each other
Featured Moments
- Pris opens up about letting go and growing emotional maturity.
- Adam talks about mental pressure, male performance, and speaking up instead of spiraling.
- A funny play-by-play of how fantasy scripts fall apart in real life—and why that’s okay.
- A shared takeaway: try not to have expectations, but admit you always will—then choose flexibility over frustration.
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