“Is monogamy normal? Is it our default? Is it healthy?”

Have you ever had a conversation stop you in your tracks because it hits so close to home? That’s exactly what happened to Erin and producer Erica after our episode with Dr. Joli Hamilton late last year. Dr. Joli’s work to help people open their marriages sparked deep reflections on monogamy, marriage, and long-term relationships—not just for us, but for many of you, too. We knew we had to dive deeper.

In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Erin and Erica get personal as they unpack their own relationship journeys and explore the shifting landscape of modern love. Whether you’re curious about alternative, non-monogamous relationship models or frustrated with the realities of modern dating, this episode is for you.

Here’s what we’re diving into:

• Rediscovering independence after divorce and rethinking traditional relationship norms.
• Navigating the rising visibility and appeal of polyamory, open marriages, and ethical non-monogamy—especially for women.
• Decentering men from the narrative of women’s lives and finding personal fulfillment on your own terms.
• The challenges of meeting emotional and sexual needs in long-term relationships.
• Examining the purpose of marriage—whether as a stabilizing force or an ever-evolving agreement.

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