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The Openlove101 Show

John & Jackie Melfi

This is your show to discuss open relationships, the swinger lifestyle, consensual non-monogamy - however you describe it, we"re here to talk about it. Your podcast is hosted by John and Jackie Melfi, the force behind the industry famous colette swingers clubs and the award-winning blog Openlove101.com. With over 20 years of combined experience in open relationships and coaching thousands of couples, they are here to share with you the trials, tribulations, passion, and positivity of love and the

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56:18

Shame and the Evolution of the Swinger Lifestyle

The Openlove101 Show ·

2021/08/02

#26 - The swinging lifestyle often comes with a certain amount of evolution and shame, so we discuss how it has changed and adapted over the years and the differences of expectations on swingers clubs, event hosts, and public facing lifestyle people. We delve into shame and what impact that has on the lifestyle overall and then talk about future predictions on what's to come in this relationship model we have chosen. In this episode, we were guests of the wonderful Wanderlust Swingers Podcast

41:33

Letting Go of Control

The Openlove101 Show ·

2021/07/06

#25 - From our experience in the lifestyle, we feel that there are 3 stages or types of consensual non monogamous relationships and how your relationship can progress through all three or just comfortably stay within one. Now some questions. Do boundaries or control keep us from moving through each stage? Can we grow in the midst of boundaries? Can we learn to let go of control in our relationship? What happens when we relinquish ownership over our partner? Let's answer them all in today's Podcast

41:19

Unfounded Fears

The Openlove101 Show ·

2021/05/25

#24 - What happens when the fear of losing our partner keeps us from opening up a relationship? It's easy to let the danger of allowing past relationships/history to define your current union. After all, you may have been cheated on, which leads you to believe that EVERY person will cheat. But how can we fight that feeling? How can we create new and positive experiences as a way of growing past our fear? How can we not let those triggers control us and drive fear into your relationship? Not too many

42:05

Kink, BDSM, Sexual Trauma, and Honesty

The Openlove101 Show ·

2021/01/05

#23 - We're kicking off the New Year with some fun (and serious) discussions here. In our special interview with Charlie and Arienne of SexBecause.com, we dive into kink and BDSM, while also covering sexual trauma, honesty, and more! To learn more about open relationships, the lifestyle, and consensual non-monogamy, go to: https://openlove101.com

14:47

Antidote for Fear

The Openlove101 Show ·

2020/12/29

#22 - Fear is an inevitable part of life and the lifestyle, so what can we do to fight fear in our relationships? It's a pretty simple solution, but takes a bit to pinpoint exactly what you're afraid of before you can go about tackling it, which is what we're going to walk/talk you through today! To learn more about open relationships, the lifestyle, and consensual non-monogamy, go to: https://openlove101.com

08:50

Rules & Boundaries (Part 5)

The Openlove101 Show ·

2020/12/07

#21 - We're at the end of the series and by now you've set your boundaries before going out, went on your date or to your party/club, and now it's all over. Or is it? What do you do now before you go rinse and repeat your rules and boundaries? This is actually one of Jackie's favorite parts of the night putting the cherry on top, so listen in! And to learn more about open relationships, the lifestyle, and consensual non-monogamy, go to: https://openlove101.com

06:54

Rules & Boundaries (Part 4)

The Openlove101 Show ·

2020/11/30

#20 - Ok now it's play time, but do you do it separately or together with your partner? What situations would you want to be in the same room playing together (or separately) or playing in different rooms separately altogether? Here are some things to consider when making that decision! And to learn more about open relationships, the lifestyle, and consensual non-monogamy, go to: https://openlove101.com

07:26

Rules & Boundaries (Part 3)

The Openlove101 Show ·

2020/11/23

#19 - Ok so you're ready to go out to a club or party where you have the opportunity to play. What should you do beforehand when it comes to rules and boundaries? It's establishing what you're comfortable with! In this episode, we talk about the gradual levels you can take with your playing from just dipping your toes in the water to going all the way. And to learn more about open relationships, the lifestyle, and consensual non-monogamy, go to: https://openlove101.com

09:45

Rules & Boundaries (Part 2)

The Openlove101 Show ·

2020/11/16

#18 - Hopefully by now in our Rules & Boundaries series that you have some created together with your partner. But what do you do if/when your boundaries get pushed or broken by a couple you're playing with or even by your own partner? How do you let the other person know? Why is it important that you let the other person know? Let's talk about that in today's episode! And to learn more about open relationships, the lifestyle, and consensual non-monogamy, go to: https://openlove101.com

12:38

Rules & Boundaries (Part 1)

The Openlove101 Show ·

2020/11/08

#17 - One of THE MOST IMPORTANT places to start if you're considering an open relationship is going over the rules and boundaries with your partner. If you don't, you're going to inevitably encounter unnecessary drama, problems, and headaches (and no one's got time for that)! Start your lifestyle right with creating (or revisiting) rules and boundaries that work for you and your partner(s). To learn more about open relationships, the lifestyle, and consensual non-monogamy, go to:

32:52

How John Faced His Lifestyle Fears

The Openlove101 Show ·

2020/10/20

#16 - Seems like we always talk about Jackie's journey through fear, but this time John has the floor on this podcast to share HIS story of what fears he had to encounter in this lifestyle and how he walked through it. To learn more about open relationships, the lifestyle, and consensual non-monogamy, go to: https://openlove101.com

06:29

Performance Anxiety

The Openlove101 Show ·

2020/09/07

#15 - One of the most common questions that we get from men is about how to deal with performance anxiety when it comes to playing in the lifestyle. How do you stay hard when you have all these eyes on you watching?! That's a very good question and we're going to address it today! To learn more about open relationships, the lifestyle, and consensual non-monogamy, go to: https://openlove101.com

09:49

Talking to Female Monogamists

The Openlove101 Show ·

2020/09/07

#14 - I remember the time when I gathered in a room of female monogamists to talk about the release of my book "Swingers Lifestyle: The Questions You are Afraid to Ask". How would these traditional wives respond to such a "taboo" topic? Here's my story of how that day unfolded! To learn more about open relationships, the lifestyle, and consensual non-monogamy, go to: https://openlove101.com

06:40

30 Signs Your Relationship Hit the Comfort Zone

The Openlove101 Show ·

2020/09/06

#13 - We read an article on the top 30 signs of a relationship comfort zone [how you’ll know when you’re comfortable with your partner(s)] and we discuss what we think. How many of these have you checked off the list? To learn more about open relationships, the lifestyle, and consensual non-monogamy, go to: https://openlove101.com

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