In this episode, the PolySoCal panel explores a big question: Is ethical non monogamy on the rise, and could it actually change the world? The conversation looks at cultural shifts, generational differences, accessibility through the internet, and how acceptance varies by geography and social environment. Panelists discuss whether ENM is becoming more visible versus truly more common,…
In this episode, the PolySoCal panel explores the difference between structured time and unstructured time in polyamorous relationships, and why both matter. The conversation digs into intentionality, spontaneity, coexisting versus connecting, and how different kinds of time can fill different emotional needs. Through personal examples involving dating, cohabitation, errands, house swaps, and day-to-day life, the group examines how structured…
Sex, Love & Relationships: with Kevin Anthony Kevin Anthony is a Certified Sexologist, Tantra Counselor, NLPPractitioner, and Sex, Love & Relationship coach.For over 10 years, he has worked with men, women, and couples tohave the relationships of their dreams, and the best sex of theirlives! He is also the host of “The Love Lab Podcast”,…
Break patterns: A Conversation with Briana Bass Briana Bass, therapist, Board Certified Clinical Sexologist, and former corporate executive. She helps high-functioning, emotionally intelligent individuals and couples break patterns, heal relationships, and transform their lives through direct, no-BS therapy. Her work bridges emotional insight with real-world impact, tackling everything from modern dating and burnout to intimacy,…
In this episode of PolySoCal, we welcome relationship expert Jim Fleckenstein for an in-depth conversation on emotional intelligence, jealousy, conflict resolution, and communication within polyamorous and non-traditional relationships. Rather than a roundtable of shared experiences, this episode centers on thoughtful questions from the panel and practical, experience-based insight from Jim. Topics include managing emotional reactions, understanding jealousy…
Jealousy in ENM: A Conversation with Dr. Joli Hamilton Joli Hamilton, PhD, is a depth psychologist, relationship coach, and educator specializing in consensual non-monogamy, jealousy, and relational ethics. She is the founder of The Year of Opening®, a yearlong experiential program supporting people through identity shifts and relationship transitions with clarity, care, and integrity. Joli has…
Depth Psychology: with Dr. Deborah Lukovich Deborah Lukovich, PhD, never set out to write a memoir. But when her life – and sense of identity – began to unravel, it coincided with a surprising calling to study depth psychology. Her research and lived experience merged during a collision of spirituality and sexuality, leading to soul-level…
Emotional Intelligence: A Conversation with Jim Fleckenstein Jim Fleckenstein is a nonmonogamy educator, coach, researcher and activist. His professional coaching practice is The Earth Moved, LLC. He created the Affirmative Intimacy® approach to healthy and sustainable relationships. A polyamory activist since 1998, in 2000 he co-founded ITCR, now the Foundation of the National Coalition for…
This milestone episode celebrates 25 weeks of honest conversations, community bonding, and emotional evolution on the PolySoCal Podcast. The cast reflects on how being part of the show has changed them from deeper communication and personal confidence to stronger connections both inside and outside their relationships. Together they explore how vulnerability has strengthened friendships, how…
This episode dives into the chaotic world of wingmanning and wingwomaning in polyamorous dating. The cast shares real-life stories of how helping a partner flirt can easily turn into blocking them instead. There is a strong mix of humor and truth as the group explores what enthusiastic consent looks like in public spaces — and…