Is the idea of the traditional relationship dead? If you talk to relationship coach Effy Blue, the answer is maybe. This episode was originally going to be about the world of polyandry… but it became about something bigger. Why are non-traditional relationships so appealing to so many people? And how are people able to make relationships work with multiple people when they struggle to have a monogamous relationship

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Effy Blue and Non-Monogamy

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Goodbyes are never easy.  On this episode of the podcast, Hilary and Sandra say goodbye to over 4 years of The Quick and The Dirty.
It has been an absolutely phenomenal ride, but they’ve decided to hang up their podcast mics.

Thank you for listening to our little sex and relationships podcast.  It has

The Last One - Our Final Episode

Open and honest conversations are our favourite.  On this episode of the podcast, Hilary and Sandra welcome Rita O’Link.  Rita was born a man, and in her early 50’s transitioned.  Her marriage of over 30 years ended sadly, she was ostracized from her church, and lost many other relationships.  Yet Rita talks about the lessons she’s learned, the importance of living your authentic life and how religion continues to be a big part of that….She also shares her one big regret.

Bridging the Dichotomy of Being Transgender and Christian

So you’re in a bad marriage.  You have a few options, either get a divorce or try to work through it. This week’s guest on the podcast, Ashleigh Renard decided to write a book about it called “ Swing: A Memoir of Doing it All”.  She covers everything from their decisions to try swinging to spice things up, to finding their path to understanding. She talks about how she ended up making the choices that she did about her marriage, and the work it took to get there.

How to Rehab A Shabby Marriage with Ashleigh Renard

It’s not easy being single during a pandemic.  Just ask MaryAnne Ivison.  She’s a former radio host and a friend of Hilary and Sandra’s.  On this episode she opens about the realities of being single and living alone in a pandemic, and trying to have a dating life. She talks about how important it is … Continue reading "Pandemic Dating and Beyond with MaryAnne Ivison"

Pandemic Dating and Beyond with MaryAnne Ivison

Have you ever thought of relationships as a science? Maybe it’s time that we all did. On this episode, Hilary and Sandra welcome Logan Ury. She is the director of Relationship Science at Hinge and the author of How Not To Die Alone.

They talk about pandemic dating and how we are going to get back into a world of IRL dating again. Are we ready to get back out there?

Effy Blue and Non-Monogamy

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