Hopelessly Unromantic

We continue answering the frequently asked questions about polyamory, and we discover a new way to (attempt to) make babies.

Sources:

https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/home/polyamory/faq/

We answer some common questions and misconceptions about polyamory from our perspective and experiences. We also discuss the answers provided from "loving more", a non-profit organization designed to help the polyamorous community in many ways.

Sources:

https://www.lovingmorenonprofit.org/home/polyamory/faq/

We discuss the polyamorous community in Oregon, and how it compares to the situation here in Utah. We talk about potential issues poly couples, and other relationship dynamics, often face when wanting the same rights and benefits as monogamous couples.

Sources:

https://www.corvallisadvocate.com/2015/redefining-marriage-polyamory-may-be-next/

https://thehumanist.com/magazine/march-april-2019/features/lots-of-love-exploring-polyamory-in-portland/

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/jul/19/portland-polyamorous-relationships-consensual-non-monogamy

We discuss the sex-positive scene here in Utah, and the surprising amount of ex-Mormons and current Mormons that comprise the members. We also tell our own stories about playing around with some kink stuff.

Sources:

https://www.cityweekly.net/utah/sex-lake-city/Content?oid=12970132

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/soloish/wp/2018/03/23/goodbye-craigslist-personal-ads-those-seeking-casual-sex-will-miss-you/

Mormons have a lot of strange rules about sex. We discuss those, as well as some funny loopholes young Mormons have found to "technically" stay virgins before marriage. Also, Ally gets... descriptive.

Sources:

https://www.reddit.com/r/exmormon/comments/3979xl/erotica_sex_and_the_good_mormon_boy/

https://www.buzzfeed.com/andriamoore/soaking-has-become-a-viral-conversation-because-its

https://www.cityweekly.net/utah/lds-confessions/Content?oid=12063836

https://youngmormonfeminists.org/2015/08/29/mormons-sex-and-not-so-hilarious-consequences/

We discuss the murder of Lori Hacking; killed by her husband Mark Hacking in a story of deception, unraveling a seemingly perfect love story. Let us know what you think about our new style of episodes!

Sources:

https://en-academic.com/dic.nsf/enwiki/427630

https://meaww.com/a-lie-to-die-for-a-marriage-bed-of-lies-pregnant-lori-hacking-shot-dead-sleep-husband-murder (https://meaww.com/a-lie-to-die-for-a-marriage-bed-of-lies-pregnant-lori-hacking-shot-dead-sleep-husband-murder)

https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/murder-of-lori-hacking

Andy apparently doesn't share popcorn. We talk about the polyamorous scene in Utah, how it compares and differs from the old practice of polygamy in this state.

Source:

https://www.sltrib.com/amplify-utah/2021/12/23/utahns-share-why-they/ (https://www.sltrib.com/amplify-utah/2021/12/23/utahns-share-why-they/)

We argue about whether or not "soulmates" are real. How do you know if you're with the right person? Will you know that it's the right person when you meet them?

Happy New Year guys! It's that time of year for changes. That often means relationships are either ended or started! We discuss relationship burnout, signs, how to work on it, and when to get out.

Sources: https://medium.com/on-the-couch/relationship-burnout-3-signs-you-shouldnt-ignore-7ea0244b490c (https://medium.com/on-the-couch/relationship-burnout-3-signs-you-shouldnt-ignore-7ea0244b490c)

https://verilymag.com/2016/12/new-relationship-obsession-new-love-dating-advice (https://verilymag.com/2016/12/new-relationship-obsession-new-love-dating-advice)

We celebrate the holidays with Christmas poems, traditions and stories! come have a drink with us!

Sources:

https://www.yha.com.au/travel-and-tours/traveller-stories/the-eight-strangest-christmas-traditions-on-earth/ (https://www.yha.com.au/travel-and-tours/traveller-stories/the-eight-strangest-christmas-traditions-on-earth/)