Pod Pod Cvlt Cast

(Self Care Part 2)

The Pod shares some life stuff, then tackles self care- answering two questions from our Patreon Patron, Jenny:

1. "How do you manage self care with so many people around?"
2. "How do you nurture your relationships with metamours, partners, friends, etc?"

In this two part release, they work through a Self Care Assessment , examining their physical, emotional/psychological, spiritual, and professional self care activities. Learn the differences between proactive self care and reactive coping; and explore mindfulness, meditation, and creativity with the Pod!

For a list of terms and resources discussed in this episode, visit http://www.podpodcvltcast.com/2019/10/01/8-9-be-kind-to-yourself-part-1-and-2/

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(Self Care Part 1)

The Pod shares some life stuff, then tackles self care- answering two questions from our Patreon Patron, Jenny:

1. "How do you manage self care with so many people around?"
2. "How do you nurture your relationships with metamours, partners, friends, etc?"

In this two part release, they work through a Self Care Assessment , examining their physical, emotional/psychological, spiritual, and professional self care activities. Learn the differences between proactive self care and reactive coping; and explore mindfulness, meditation, and creativity with the Pod!

For a list of terms and resources discussed in this episode, visit http://www.podpodcvltcast.com/2019/10/01/8-9-be-kind-to-yourself-part-1-and-2/

Help us bring you more of the Pod Pod Cvlt Cast by becoming a Patron!

Follow @cvltwithav on Instagram for photos of a sweet pig, a terrible #PodDog, some chicken-fried veggies, and more!

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Toxic monogamy! What is it? How can we avoid toxic relationships. What is love? The Pod talks about toxic relationship cultures and their own toxic behaviors.

This episode touches on possible solutions to toxic monogamy, how polyamory can be toxic too, and what "love" actually means. Yes, we talk about jealousy. No, we don't cure jealousy.

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We try to provide context for terms we discuss as well as a complete list of resources we find valuable on the topic of each episode. Please visit this episodes's show notes for all of this information: http://www.podpodcvltcast.com/2019/09/23/#7-love-does-not-conquer-all/

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Anxiety! Content warning: Frank discussion of mental health. This entire episode is devoted to the discussion of anxiety and how it affects our lives and relationships. From jealousy to missed opportunities, the Pod opens up about negative self talk and fears of being in trouble. 

The good news is that nearly everyone experiences anxious thoughts and feelings, so you're not alone if this affects your life. This episode discusses resources, therapy, polyamorous relationships and dating, and the Pod's successes and failures. Bonus: Tips for finding porn gifs.

For a list of terms, references, and the mental health tools & resources mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes: http://www.podpodcvltcast.com/2019/09/16/#6-putting-out-fires/

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Episode 5 of the Pod Pod Cvlt Cast wraps up our "#PolyamOrigin" series. In the previous 4 episodes, we've met each of our hosts and learned how they came to be in long-term polyamorous relationships. Now we talk about the origin of The Pod (which our hosts call their polycule), how we started a capital H "House", and throwing kinky parties.

This episode touches on the documentary, "Paris is Burning" and what Houses are. We also talk about our hopes for our physical home and metaphysical House, and the importance of emotional support systems.

For a list of terms and resources discussed in this episode, visit http://www.podpodcvltcast.com/2019/09/07/#5-come-for-the-sexy-parties,-stay-for-the-friends/

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The Pod Pod Cvlt Cast hosts celebrate Podcast Launch Day with a listener Q&A! Hannah, Erik, Chastain, and Max answer questions about bdsm, kink, identities, how polyamory is viewed today, and role models! Thank you for listening and for your support!

NSFW: Episode includes frank discussion of sex and relationships.

For a list of terms and resources mentioned in this Bonus Episode, visit:
http://www.podpodcvltcast.com/2019/09/03/bonus:-podcast-launch-day-q&a/

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In this episode we meet Erik, one of our hosts, who considers himself an average, heterosexual, cisgendered, white guy. Erik is in a monogamish or "closed polyamorous" relationship in which he practices ethical unicorn hunting, group sex, and mindfulness. As a former serial monogamist, he grew up with a story book idea of monogamous love that never seemed to work out for him.

This episode touches on coming out as polyamorous and parenting as a polyamorous person.

For a list of terms and resources mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes at http://www.podpodcvltcast.com/2019/09/03/4-more-chicks-thats-awesome/

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Episode 3 focuses on host, Hannah, and her life growing up in a fundamentalist Christian church. Hannah shares her experiences with courtships, excommunication, and coming out to her family as queer and polyamorous. Content Warning: This episode offers a frank discussion of religion, family, and how they can harm.

Our hosts also share their religious and spiritual backgrounds and how they relate to their identities as individuals in polyamorous relationships.

For a list of terms and resources discussed in this episode, visit  http://www.podpodcvltcast.com/2019/09/03/3-not-here-to-talk-about-your-feelings/

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In this episode of the Pod Pod Cvlt Cast podcast we meet one of our hosts, Chastain, an alternative life and relationship coach. Chastain is an adult living with Autism who shares the benefits of learning how to set personal boundaries in polyamorous and swinging situations. Content warning: Chastain is very candid about sex addiction, sexual and emotional abuse, and being the child of an alcoholic.

This episode provides a fly-on-the-wall look at an open marriage between two people who have made mistakes, hurt one another, and come through the other side.

For a list of terms and resources mentioned in this episode, check out the show notes for this episode at http://www.podpodcvltcast.com/2019/09/03/2-best-wingman-ever/

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In this first episode of the Pod Pod Cvlt Cast podcast we meet Max, one of our hosts. Max shares his story: a polyamorous straight man who has experimented with soft swap, swinging, closed polyamorous relationships, and an open marriage.

This episodes provides a glimpse into what it's like to live with multiple partners and navigate communication in alternative relationships. We also talk about our hopes for the podcast, and share some resources we value.

For a list of terms and resources mentioned in this episode, visit: http://www.podpodcvltcast.com/2019/09/02/1-a-kinsey-hero/

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