This week on Broke Girl Therapy, I sit down with Michael Hollice, the Founder and Creative Director of The Play, an ethical play party and sex positive space built on health, consent, intimacy, and artistry.

Michael and I talk about how being a reformed “player” led him to embrace the ENM lifestyle, the inspiration behind creating The Play, and why it is so important to normalize conversations about the many spectrums of relationships, especially within the POC community.

With over 100 curated events in the ENM and polyamorous scenes, Michael brings so much knowledge, experience, and insight into what ethical non monogamy looks like in practice.

If you have ever been curious about The Play, this episode will answer your questions, challenge old ideas about relationships, and maybe even inspire a new way of thinking about love, intimacy, and connection.

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This week on BGT, I’m joined by Vanessa Duffy, and I’m so excited for you guys to meet her. The very first sex party I ever went to was actually Vanessa’s, and my first impression of her was how bold, confident, and unapologetic she is when it comes to owning her sexuality.

We talk about her journey as both bisexual and demisexual. If you don’t know, being demisexual means you don’t really feel sexual attraction unless there’s a strong emotional connection, which honestly feels a lot like me too. We get into how these identities shape intimacy, relationships, and self-discovery, and we also ask the bigger questions like… is being demisexual shaped by trauma, our childhood, or are we just born this way?

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If you’ve been listening, you know that Layla was the one who brought me to my very first play party and not long after my second one too. In this episode, we’re debriefing all the wild, unforgettable moments from our night at The Play and talking about just how much fun and freedom these experiences can bring. Whether you’re curious about play parties, thinking about attending one yourself, or just want to live vicariously through us, this episode is full of laughs, honesty, and a whole lot of tea.

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This week Rose is back and we are joined by a brand new guest, Larry, my best friend Nina’s partner. Larry has never been on the pod before but when he told me he has ghosted a lot of women in the past (not Nina of course) I knew we had to get him on. With Rose still reeling from being ghosted by “Miller” we decided to get inside the mind of a ghoster and unpack why it happens, from attachment styles to dating habits, and hear a straight male perspective on the whole thing.

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Keeks is back in the studio! I’ve been going through it emotionally this week, so I really wanted to keep things light, fun, and silly, especially since I haven’t seen Keekz in a while. Instead of reading emails, we had ChatGPT come up with a bunch of random ass questions for us to answer and keke about. It turned into pure chaos in the best way.

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Jess is back on da podcast to catch us up on what the last few months have been like for her. We dive into her anxious attachment style, the growth she’s experienced, and where things currently stand in her relationship. After following Jessica’s journey to find love for so long, this conversation brings a new layer to her story. Has she broken old patterns, or is history repeating itself? Tune in to hear her share it all.

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I went to a sex party for the first time! When Rose and Rachel came over, I had to tell them everything, and we could not stop talking about it. So of course, I had to update the pod and share the whole story with you tbh

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In this episode, I sit down with Layla and Brian, the hosts of The Unmasked Project Podcast, where they openly share their journeys in the world of non monogamy. Here’s the twist, they’re both married but not to each other.

I first met Layla through the twins Cami and Niki, and now we’re diving into how Layla and Brian were introduced to non monogamy and how they navigate this lifestyle with their wives and husband.

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This week we had to dive into Love Island USA Season 7. Me, Rose, and Rachel have been in a full blown group chat obsession, debriefing after every single episode and now we’re bringing those debates to the pod.

Before we get into it, let’s be clear: we know this is a heavily edited reality show, and we’re only reacting to what production chooses to show us. We don’t personally know these Islanders, and we’re actually grateful they’re brave enough to put themselves out there on national television, knowing the scrutiny that comes with it. That said, we do not condone hate or bullying of any kind. If you’re leaving nasty comments on people’s socials, stop.

At the end of the day, these discussions are just for fun. It’s our little escape and honestly it brings us closer together. So grab a snack, settle in, and join us as we break down Love Island USA Season 7. Enjoy the episode and remember: don’t be a hater, spread love!

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Danny from Santos & The Crystal Visions returns to da pod for another astrology deep dive!!! Known for his years of experience as a professional astrologer, Danny usually helps break down compatibility in romantic relationships. But this time we’re taking a different route by looking into the birth charts of my parents. We explore the dynamics, life lessons, and karmic connections that show up when you examine astrology through the lens of your family. It's intimate, insightful, and definitely not your typical astrology convo tbh

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