In this inaugural episode of Poly Pathways, hosts Kat and Doc dive into the rich landscape of polyamory resources across social media, podcasts, books, and online communities. They explore how these various platforms and voices have shaped their understanding of ethical non-monogamy and continue to influence their poly journeys. The hosts share their personal experiences with different content creators while offering insights into which resources might be most valuable for listeners at different stages of their polyamorous exploration.
The discussion weaves through various social media accounts that offer everything from therapeutic perspectives to practical advice about polyamorous relationships. The hosts highlight accounts like TherapyJeff, Millennial.Therapist, SteadyPolyamory, Ready for Polyamory, Polyfamory, and Chill Polyamory, discussing how each offers unique insights into different aspects of ethical non-monogamy. They also candidly address some content creators they've found less helpful or potentially problematic, helping listeners navigate the vast landscape of poly resources.
The conversation extends beyond social media to explore influential books like "The Ethical Slut," "Polysecure," and "Polywise," as well as podcasts such as MultiAmory, Remodeled Love, and Normalizing Nonmonogamy. The hosts also discuss various online communities, including Discord channels and Facebook groups, while offering practical advice about finding local poly communities and navigating online spaces safely and effectively.
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Resources Mentioned (affiliate links):
- "The Ethical Slut" by Janet Hardy and Dossie Easton
- "Polysecure" by Jessica Fern
- "Polywise" by Jessica Fern
- "Love" by Leo Buscaglia
- "Living, Loving, and Learning" by Leo Buscaglia
- "Open Deeply" by Kate Loree
- "Monogamy in this Economy" by Laura Boyle
- "More than Two" by Eve Rickert
- "Polyamory in Parenthood" by Jessica and Joseph Daylover
- "The Topping Book" and "The Bottoming Book" by Janet Hardy and Dossie Easton
Other Podcasts:
- MultiAmory Podcast
- Remodeled Love
- Normalizing Non-Monogamy
- We Can Do Hard Things (specific episodes on relationships)
- 2BeBetter
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