The Open Nesters

[TESSA] I met Shaman Hawk on the beach in Florida. I am so grateful that I did because I can now introduce this remarkable man to you, dear Open Nester Podcast listener.

I called this episode ‘Paradise on Earth’ to try to capture the point of view of Shaman Hawk.

In this brief episode, Hawk and I cover a lot of ground, from his militaristic upbringing to the incredible careers of his three adult daughters and his “wild child” 18-year-old.  We also learn how one becomes a Shaman. And let me say it… this is not for the faint of heart.

As you will hear Hawk centers our attention on three core values:

We want to provide you with support and many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:

What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…

[TESSA] Kevin and Antoinette are a couple. A polyamorous couple… with children. And from what you will hear in this episode… this all works… just fine.

When they were first carving out this lifestyle for themselves they didn’t even know it was a “thing.” Then they found the polyamory community in Philadelphia. And that really opened up their eyes to so many possibilities. And, just for the record, the kids are well aware of their parents’ relationships.

VISIT KEVIN’S WEBSITE

Kevin and Antoinette Patterson are active members of the Philadelphia polyamory community. These two have been practicing ethical nonmonogamy since August of 2002 after opening up a relationship that eventually became marriage.

Love’s Not Color Blind (Kevin Patterson)

The issues that make monogamous dating daunting for people of color—shaming and exclusion by white partners, being fetishized, having realities of everyday racism ignored—occur in polyamorous relationships too, and trying “not to see race” only makes it worse. To make polyamorous communities inclusive, we must all acknowledge our part in perpetuating racism and listen to people of color. Love’s Not Color Blind puts forward the framework—through research, anecdotal testimony, and analogy—for understanding, identifying, and confronting racism within polyamorous communities.

We want to provide you with support and many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:

What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…

[TESSA] This week I finally can share a conversation with Toni Bergens and Antoinette Sims. We cover a lot of ground, but center our discussion on conscious dance, movement, and healing.

And yet.

These two women are so wise. Later in this episode, you will hear such a healthy point of view on the end of our lives… the “letting go.” It is so worth hearing.

One more thing.

How welcome is it to hear an appreciation for, and the embracing of the concept “Crone.” I love that term – as you probably already know. The Crone is also an archetypal figure, a Wise Woman – and it is my mission for us to reintroduce ourselves to this particularly useful word. And I love dancing and drumming to the rhythms of my Crone (after all I am… Tessa Krone!).

TESSA KRONE DRUMMING

Toni is now partner-less and is, temporarily, without her two sons (who are on a grand adventure across Mexico this summer).

VISIT JOURNEYDANCE

Antoinette has a 20-year-old son. At present, she lives alone (with her lovely dog and best friend). She is looking forward in a way to the time that she is completely alone and all the possibilities can come from that.

VISIT ANTOINETTE’S WEBSITE

Get out of your mind and back into your body. This is the “journey” in JourneyDance. In modern life, it’s far too easy to stay in our thoughts… but 20 years of dancing have convinced me that everything in our busy lives is calling us home to our bodies.

Freedom, self-expression, grounding, sensuality, release, emotion – these are the gifts that are waiting for you when you come home. To your body. To your senses. To inhabit every inch of your life. I want to personally invite you to join the JourneyDance tribe – and discover the journey that only you can make.

And so it begins,

Toni

We want to provide you with support and many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:

What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…

[TESSA & AMIR] Every once and a while we get to treat ourselves to an episode with just the two of us. And it is such a joy (!) to get some ideas out into the open that have emanated from our recent podcast work. In this short podcast entry, we reach way back to our earliest episodes (could that really have been two years ago? !!!!) and share some of our favorite quotes and learnings. And, of course, we talk about… this idea… the evolving and revolving door.

The Open Door

We love the idea of the open door. And we, of course, embrace the word “open.” The Open Nest evolving and revolving door. It’s quite a concept. It has a fluidity to it. Change. Motion. Kinetic energy. It’s a far-reaching idea, and yet it can be quite real as well… like with our kids.

They Come. They Go. They Stay For Dinner…

Open Nesting for us, regarding the kids, means an open door. The kids can stay, live, hang out, and join us in activities as they like. We have a 24-year-old living at home, who is going to school, and it is a blessing for us. [AMIR] When Tessa is out of town my son and I are like a couple of bachelor roommates. We work out who is going to cook and clean up etc. And it has such a cool vibe to it.

Discover the power of a deep and generous friendship in your open-nesting years. Learn how lifelong bonds and “OSOs” can transform your life. Tune in now!

Embracing the Unknown: A Conversation with Sue Jaye Johnson and Joe Richman. The journey of aging with The Open Nesters.

Discover how to navigate the empty nest! Learn to downsize, embrace minimalism, and authentically reimagine your future.

Join Tessa and Amir on The Open Nesters Podcast as they dive into midlife sexuality, polyamory, and the “golden shadow” with Dr. Rosalyn Dischiavo.

We speak with Chandra Kantor about community, aging, and the way relationships can become more mutual over time. The Open Nesters.

David and Veronica’s adventurous spirit shines through as they share their journey transitioning from traditional home life to full-time globetrotting.

The Team of Your Soul | Join me as I introduce Tami Nora and Karen Yadovsky, two incredible mentors who specialize in helping individuals navigate life with purpose and authenticity.

No Shame Tackling Sex Taboos. We delve into the rich and intricate world of modern relationships through the lens of our remarkable guests, CJ and Linwood

Embracing the “Open” in Open Nesting with Martha Joy Rose. The Museum of Motherhood. The Open Nesters Podcast.

The Open Nesters Podcast, we delve deep into personal transformation with Alia and Hayden.

We reflect and celebrate The Open Nesters and completing five seasons of The Open Nesters Podcast, a platform redefining the empty nester experience.

The Balance Between Us. The Open Nesters Podcast: we dive into the often-asked questions we’ve received from our dedicated listeners.

The Grace of Growing Older: Embracing Elderhood and Sacred Time. THE OPEN NESTERS PODCAST GUEST: RABBI DAYLE A. FRIEDMAN.

Rediscovering Desire: A Conversation with Sex Educator Pamela Madsen (S5 | E185) The Open Nesters Podcast. One of Our Classics.

Meet Dr. Stacey Funt, a radiologist & travel entrepreneur, who shares her journey through grief, empty nesting, and personal reinvention.

A treat for you. We’re borrowing an episode of The Radio Vagabond from our friend Pallo Bo. We love his work and are sure you will too.

Linda and Charlie Bloom discuss “open nesting,” highlighting communication, self-reflection and empty nesting. AN END TO ARGUING.

“Embracing Aging: Ashton Applewhite on Fighting Ageism, Wisdom, and the Joys of Act III. THE OPEN NESTERS PODCAST.

Playing with the Unexpected with Laura & Izzy. Polyamory. Community. Communication. Support. The Open Nesters Podcast.

We dive deep into the vibrant world of open relationships with returning guests CJ, Linwood and their partner April. Your Pleasurespan.

Together, Amir and I delve into the thrilling possibilities of adventure, personal growth… open love this week on The Open Nesters.

Robyn Vogel from Come Back to Love, is a wise Open Nester offering insights and advice, especially for single women.

Today we explore open relationships and non-monogamy, emphasizing communication, boundaries and relationship fluidity.

Infidelity and the Empty Nest | In this episode of The Open Nesters Podcast, we hear from Jenn and Gordon: swinging lifestyles to polyamory.

Season IV | The Open Nesters Podcast. Amir and Tessa review the past three seasons briefly. And we get you ready for a brilliant Season IV.

Open Nesting in the Love Lab (S3 | E146) | We sit down for a second time with Sue Jaye and Joe from Relationship Tripping.

Monogamish 101 with Dan and Mary | Adults kids, ecstatic dance, non-monogamy. Two people living their own lives… finally!

Open Bi Kinky Over 50 | Meet CJ and Linwood. They met online from across the world. And now are together in a highly unique relationship.

Kevin and Antoinette are a polyamorous couple… with children. Kevin is the author of Love’s Not Color Blind. The Open Nesters Podcast.

The Open Nest Evolving and Revolving Door with Tessa & Amir. We love the chance to do an episode just the two of us. The Open Nesters.

Wild Monogamy – Like when you go to a play party and just play with your partner. Sex and Sensuality on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Junie Moon works in the shadows. Or, rather, she helps us deal with shadows. Demons. Deal with the parts of our lives that require a ‘reckoning.’

Life as Polyamorous Elders | An interview with author Kathy Labriola, Therapist. Kathy has great expertise working with older poly clients.

How to Slow Down. Carl Honoré is a bestselling author, broadcaster and the voice of the Slow Movement The Open Nesters Podcast.

What is a “polysecure” relationship like? Jessica Fern, Tessa and Amir discuss all ends of the poly spectrum in this highly useful episode.

Magic and Mutuality with Jonathan Pillot. The Open Nesters Podcast Friendship Series. Season 3 | Episode 106.

Pride and Community. Our first guest host, Yarel is joined on this panel discussion by Yndia Lorick-Wilmot, Jessica Filion, and Melvin Pullen.

We leaf through the categories that our podcasts fall under in this brief chat. And you can drill down by category too, in Season 2.

Part 2 of our conversation with Kenya and Carl about their amazing journey. Progressive Love this week on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Kenya and Carl: While they are a poly couple, the lessons they teach are applicable to us all. They have created something really special with their Progressive Love Academy.

Who hasn’t heard the stereotypes about women of a “certain age?” We deal with that idea head-on with Vicki Larson. The Future is Female.

We talk about Dan’s divorce, his status as an Open Nester, and his work as a divorce coach. Deep self-discovery with Dan Sivils on The Open Nesters Podcast.

The Universe is Waiting for Your Order with Esther Jones-Alley (Season 2 | Episode 88). The Open Nesters Podcast.

Our sixth entry in our episodes related to Sensuality, Sexuality and Aging Month on The Open Nesters Podcast. This is Part 2 of our Panel Discussion.

“Will you have sex with me?” This simple question turns Anne all “squiggly.” If Dan says yes, she blushes with happiness.

Mobile, Unattached and Free with Casaundra & Chris (S2 | E80). The Open Nesters Podcast. Weekly. Make the most of your Act III.

Intimacy, Attachment, and Relationship Anarchy with Josh and Tammy. A return visit from the “Eroticize Your Jealousy” people.

Giving Pleasure Full Permission with Chris and Charlotte (S2 | E71). Learning how to have the best sex of your life after the kids have left the house.

Deconstructing Motherhood & Divorce with Joy Rose. Building confidence and self love in Act III of your life. The Open Nesters Podcast.

How lucky we are to have Angela Thurston on our show this week. You can reach Angela also at Erotic Blueprint Breakthrough Coaching.

Not Your Grandma’s Monogamy. I have known Dr. Tammy Nelson for many years. It is a true pleasure to welcome her voice onto our podcast!

Our Loving Openness with Kitty, Tessa & Amir. We share much about our journey to an open relationship in this episode.

Reframing Relationships. Twists and Turns. The path that Sabrina and Seth have been on is somewhat mind-boggling.

We have learned so much from so many smart and forward-thinking people. The Open Nesters Podcast Season Two Coming Soon.

Labeling and Unlabeling. Tessa and Amir interview Jonathan Pillot, founder of UnLabelMe. Meet an enlightened man this week on TON.

Dreaming of Open Nesting: Love and Plant Medicine in Act III. This week we meet Buck and Haven… two people on the verge.

Open Nesting 201 with Tessa and Amir. After 40 podcat episodes Tessa and Amir reflect on what Open Nesting means to them now.

Welcome to Episode 39 of The Open Nesters Podcast. Polyamory is only one of the many topics we discuss on this podcast. As you can imagine it is a polarizing topic. It is not for everyone.

Divorce, Dating, and Dreaming with Ava and Dave. The Open Nesters Podcast Episode 30. Tessa interviews two fascinating divorcees.

Maggie originally was simply interested in real estate and while she was pursuing various opportunities in that area she came across this idea of co-living and began Cosy Quarters.

If it feels right, why not? Meet Elicia and Doug from Core Emotional Healing. We have a marvelous conversation with this amazing couple from Costa Rica.

We want to celebrate 20 episodes!! And we thought this unplugged show would be an opportune moment to share a bit about this journey.

Living Apart Together (LAT). The Open Nesters, Tessa and Amir, interview Vicki Larson about negotiating one’s own space in a relationship.

I (Tessa) talk generations, ageism and sexual enjoyment for our older generation with the marvelous Ashton Applewhite.

This week the Open Nesters get into it with Erika Obando. Erika is a self-professed “open nester.”

Mental Physical Emotional Space. Tessa and Amir discuss their own space and touch upon open relationships. Advice from Trevor Mullineaux.

In their premier episode, the original Open Nesters, Tessa & Amir, discuss the concept of Open vs. Empty Nest. We’re so pleased to begin our journey with you on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Coming soon… and we mean it! January 28 we will share our first episode. But you don’t have to wait all that time. Click the play button above to hear our teaser trailer.

We want to provide you with support and many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:

What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…

[TESSA] Christie Mellor and her husband Richard have an unusual and beautiful open nest. She is a writer, an actor, and a painter – I’d call that a “triple threat.”

And Christie is our guide to a delightfully empty (and possibly open) nest.

You may have heard of Christie as she is the author of The Three Martini Playdate, The Three Martini Family Vacation: her third part of this trilogy of ideas is Fun Without Dick and Jane.

In this episode, we talk through the concepts behind these books. Christie and I discuss how so many things have evolved since her early days in San Francisco in the 1960s. Christie shares how her adult children married, got jobs, and found their careers. And we talk about the “selling the house and moving to New York” thing… leaving her adult “boys” behind.

From Christie Mellor, the best-selling author of The Three-Martini Playdate comes this hilarious (and helpful) guide to recovering from getting those little angels into college and out of the house. Filled with unapologetically funny yet entirely sympathetic advice, Mellor answers important questions (Is $200 an hour too much to spend for exam tutoring? Is moving to an apartment near campus ever an option?) and offers wise counsel on saying good-bye, getting kids to stay in touch (without begging), and coping when they come home to roost (which they will—for holidays, summer break, and possibly for years after graduation). Best of all, she inspires empty nesters to embrace their newfound freedom and enjoy their lives to the full.

Having moved from my tiny, happy kitchen in New York City, I’m currently painting and staring at trees on a tiny island in the Pacific Northwest. Author of a bunch of books, including The Three-Martini Playdate and Fun Without Dick & Jane. Former actor & voiceover person and Singer of Depression-era & original songs with the fabulous musicians of Doozy.

You can see Christie’s artwork here: Hat Monkey Studio

Discover how long distance, ethical non-monogamy, and radical honesty helped one couple deepen their bond and redefine midlife intimacy.

Embracing the Unknown: A Conversation with Sue Jaye Johnson and Joe Richman. The journey of aging with The Open Nesters.

Trading the empty nest for an open one means opening our doors to new adventures and redefining our relationships. Lessons in Trust and Connection

Embracing the “Open” in Open Nesting with Martha Joy Rose. The Museum of Motherhood. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Courage We engage in a heartfelt conversation with our daughter, discussing the significance of courage as we navigate this stage of life.

We reflect and celebrate The Open Nesters and completing five seasons of The Open Nesters Podcast, a platform redefining the empty nester experience.

In this episode, I sit down with Lara and Michael Blackin, visionaries behind Temple in the Trees. Evolution. Intimacy.

We explore the transformative power of gratitude and personal growth through an interview with Pam Grout, the author of “Thank and Grow Rich.”

This week, as we approach Thanksgiving, we address the complexities of family dynamics, expectations, and the importance of gratitude during this unique holiday. Give Thanks!

From Engineer to Erotic Healer. Dr. David Freeman has transitioned from a successful engineering career to a life dedicated to sexual well-being.

Gary and Darcy explore themes of aging, vitality, spirituality, and sexuality, they redefine what it means to be in an empty nest.

From Empty to Open: Reimagining Family Bonds in the Nesting Transition (S5 | E191). An interview with Zev Aaron from Zev Aaron Coaching.

My Adult Child Won’t Talk to Me: Finding Hope and a Path Forward (S5 | E190) | THE RULES OF ESTRANGEMENT | Dr. Joshua Coleman

Maria Leonard Olsen found herself living alone, on her own, at 50 years old… for the very first time. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Kids, Identity and Thanksgiving. They’re coming home soon from college, or life, this time of year. Are we ready?? !!

Playing with the Unexpected with Laura & Izzy. Polyamory. Community. Communication. Support. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Mothering Love and Success PART TWO (S4 | E162) with Leslie Russell, Tami Nora and Tessa. Another exclusive from The Open Nesters Podcast.

Mothering Love and Success (S4 | E161) with Leslie Russell, Tami Nora and Tessa. Another exclusive from The Open Nesters Podcast.

This week on The Open Nesters. Catastrophe Soup Ingredients for Reinvention (S4 | E158) Adventures from the empty nest.

We talk about giving each other space in this short episode. Part 2 of our intimate episode about trust and generosity.

An episode about Trust and the Empty Nest (and generosity!) with Tessa and Amir (S3 | E147) | The Open Nesters Podcast

Open Nesting in the Love Lab (S3 | E146) | We sit down for a second time with Sue Jaye and Joe from Relationship Tripping.

The Radio Vagabond | Still on the Road with Palle Bo (S3 | E145). Catching up with our hero traveler, Palle Bo. Our third interview.

This is a male-generational show: Men trusting their sons, nature, and their peers. We discuss a male tradition of mentorship and wisdom.

Late Bloomer’s Success (Season 3 | Episode 137) It’s Q&A time with Tessa and Amir. And – I have to say, Amir was amazingly open!!

Choices That Matter with Kim DeYoung (S3 | E136). Our guest this week, Kim DeYoung, is the Choice coach, author of The Book of Choice.

Dream Big, Live Courageously! (Season 3 | Episode 134) We have Marni and Jeremy on our podcast this week. Believe me when I say you will live differently after listening to this episode.

Failure is Our Friend (Season 3 | Episode 132) Thank goodness for Terry Clarke Murphy and her life experiences. Learned so much on this show.

Evolutionary Family, Partnership & Vision for Earth | Meet Hayden and Alia, two extra ordinary people on The Open Nesters Podcast.

The Precipice of Readiness with Nancy Colier (Season 3 | Episode 127) | Now in Season Three | The Open Nesters Podcast

Josh Miller Changemaker. We launch a new category for The Open Nesters this week. that centers on teh voices of Gen Z and Millennials.

Fun without Dick and Jane (Season 3 | Episode 118). Guest Christie Mellor joins Tessa for a fascinating conversation about… perspective.

I believe as I have grown wiser I have learned to embrace a new level of surrender to mother earth and nature. About Motherhood

Wild Monogamy – Like when you go to a play party and just play with your partner. Sex and Sensuality on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Junie Moon works in the shadows. Or, rather, she helps us deal with shadows. Demons. Deal with the parts of our lives that require a ‘reckoning.’

Becoming Beloveds with Kari and Steven Cardinale (S3 | E112). We have to recently married open nesters this week on the podcast.

Transparency & Micro-Bursts of Connections with Laura Silverstein (S3 | E111). The Open Nesters Podcast with Tessa & Amir.

We leaf through the categories that our podcasts fall under in this brief chat. And you can drill down by category too, in Season 2.

We talk about Dan’s divorce, his status as an Open Nester, and his work as a divorce coach. Deep self-discovery with Dan Sivils on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Disability, Aging and Love Potion Number 9 (Season 2 | Episode 85). An interview with Dr. Mitchell Tepper on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Sensual Energy with Christine Marie Mason (Season 2 | Episode 84). We celebrate Sensuality, Sexuality and Health Month.

Calling in Love Retreat: An event orchestrated by the Russell Family in Columbia. We go deeply into the world of these incredible people.

The Five Elements: Malaika was a mother, wife, business partner. And in one moment it all was taken from her.

Shift the Course. A father and son have an open conversation – right on the air – about their roles in their ever-changing relationship.

Deconstructing Motherhood & Divorce with Joy Rose. Building confidence and self love in Act III of your life. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Maria Leonard Olsen found herself living alone, on her own, at 50 years old… for the very first time. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Mother Daughter Relationships can be so incredibly challenging. There is such a need to nurture this kind of relationship.

Parent-Child Estrangement & How to Heal. An interview with Dr. Joshua Coleman.

Off the Grid Dad. Meet Cort Geraipy… truly one of the most interesting people you will ever encounter.

The Anxiety Sisters on The Open Nesters Podcast. Meet Abs and Mags. They talk about dealing with, managing, and taking control of your anxiety.

Open Nesting 201 with Tessa and Amir. After 40 podcat episodes Tessa and Amir reflect on what Open Nesting means to them now.

Welcome to Episode 39 of The Open Nesters Podcast. Polyamory is only one of the many topics we discuss on this podcast. As you can imagine it is a polarizing topic. It is not for everyone.

Thank and Grow Rich. The Open Nesters Podcast Episode 38 with Pam Grout. Appreciate the world around you, there are marvels everywhere.

WHO NAD? (Who Needs a Dog?). Yuval and De’Ana tell us about their relationship changes, business changes and new life in Act III.

Divorce, Dating, and Dreaming with Ava and Dave. The Open Nesters Podcast Episode 30. Tessa interviews two fascinating divorcees.

Camp Reinvention. What can you do with your life… right now? !! Wendy and Dana can help with that question. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Maggie originally was simply interested in real estate and while she was pursuing various opportunities in that area she came across this idea of co-living and began Cosy Quarters.

Bianca’s husband of 21 years was diagnosed with prostate cancer five years go. This, of course, disrupted everything. Life went upside down.

If it feels right, why not? Meet Elicia and Doug from Core Emotional Healing. We have a marvelous conversation with this amazing couple from Costa Rica.

Intuition, Kids and Heart intelligence with Julie Reisler. We are so pleased to welcome this inspirational lady to our podcast. So much to learn about parenting, self care, self love for you here.

We want to celebrate 20 episodes!! And we thought this unplugged show would be an opportune moment to share a bit about this journey.

Bolder and Older with Carl Honoré. The Open Nesters, Tessa and Amir, welcome a truly remarkable author and speaker.

Laura Campbell helps us look at the spiritual essence of our years after 50 when we have the time and space to be still for a while.

A self-confessed digital nomad, now living in Medellin, Columbia… living his digital travel advice. He is truly a radio vagabond who lives the life that he describes in his highly acclaimed The Radio Vagabond Travel Podcast.

Amidst COVID these two open-minded adults found each other. And they found that polyamory could work for them both. Thea and Curt met in early March – just prior to COVID. And then quarantine. Phone calls. Video chats. “It was challenging, I didn’t know if we had physical chemistry,” noted Curt.

From ballroom dancing to… a spiritual practice, yoga, drumming, climbing, these three couples enlighten us to the many possibilities that arise with an open nest. And what about challenges with sobriety and the damage excessive alcohol can do to a relationship?

In the interview the Open and Gypsy Nesters cover a lot of ground. From jumping into a beat up (think $3,000 on ebay!) old motor home to “sailing the seven seas” on a modest sized boat the adventures abound.

In their premier episode, the original Open Nesters, Tessa & Amir, discuss the concept of Open vs. Empty Nest. We’re so pleased to begin our journey with you on The Open Nesters Podcast.

We want to provide you with support and many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:

What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…

(Season 3 | Episode 117)

[TESSA] With Mother’s Day in the Air…

I want to focus attention on the state of motherhood in the open-nester stage of life. How can we not let our own scars get in the way of our relationships with our children? And how can we let our children lead their own lives (with a sense of our own detachment) while caring for them in a new supporting way (maintaining our attachment).

I believe as I grow older I do grow wiser. And I want to reference Michelle Obama’s two books: Becoming & The Light We Carry. She has so much to say that I can relate to.

Also I have learned to embrace a new level of surrender to mother earth and nature. I continue to learn that I am not in control of everything in my life. I learn to let go and allow for the universe to do at least some of the work in making connections for me.

WHO NAD? (Who Needs a Dog?). Yuval and De’Ana tell us about their relationship changes, business changes and new life in Act III.

Divorce, Dating, and Dreaming with Ava and Dave. The Open Nesters Podcast Episode 30. Tessa interviews two fascinating divorcees.

Mother Daughter Relationships can be so incredibly challenging. There is such a need to nurture this kind of relationship.

Wild Monogamy – Like when you go to a play party and just play with your partner. Sex and Sensuality on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Laura Campbell helps us look at the spiritual essence of our years after 50 when we have the time and space to be still for a while.

Camp Reinvention. What can you do with your life… right now? !! Wendy and Dana can help with that question. The Open Nesters Podcast.

The Precipice of Readiness with Nancy Colier (Season 3 | Episode 127) | Now in Season Three | The Open Nesters Podcast

Open Nesting 201 with Tessa and Amir. After 40 podcat episodes Tessa and Amir reflect on what Open Nesting means to them now.

We leaf through the categories that our podcasts fall under in this brief chat. And you can drill down by category too, in Season 2.

Maggie originally was simply interested in real estate and while she was pursuing various opportunities in that area she came across this idea of co-living and began Cosy Quarters.

This week on The Open Nesters. Catastrophe Soup Ingredients for Reinvention (S4 | E158) Adventures from the empty nest.

From Engineer to Erotic Healer. Dr. David Freeman has transitioned from a successful engineering career to a life dedicated to sexual well-being.

Off the Grid Dad. Meet Cort Geraipy… truly one of the most interesting people you will ever encounter.

An episode about Trust and the Empty Nest (and generosity!) with Tessa and Amir (S3 | E147) | The Open Nesters Podcast

Junie Moon works in the shadows. Or, rather, she helps us deal with shadows. Demons. Deal with the parts of our lives that require a ‘reckoning.’

Maria Leonard Olsen found herself living alone, on her own, at 50 years old… for the very first time. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Playing with the Unexpected with Laura & Izzy. Polyamory. Community. Communication. Support. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Bolder and Older with Carl Honoré. The Open Nesters, Tessa and Amir, welcome a truly remarkable author and speaker.

We talk about Dan’s divorce, his status as an Open Nester, and his work as a divorce coach. Deep self-discovery with Dan Sivils on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Amidst COVID these two open-minded adults found each other. And they found that polyamory could work for them both. Thea and Curt met in early March – just prior to COVID. And then quarantine. Phone calls. Video chats. “It was challenging, I didn’t know if we had physical chemistry,” noted Curt.

Becoming Beloveds with Kari and Steven Cardinale (S3 | E112). We have to recently married open nesters this week on the podcast.

Intuition, Kids and Heart intelligence with Julie Reisler. We are so pleased to welcome this inspirational lady to our podcast. So much to learn about parenting, self care, self love for you here.

Choices That Matter with Kim DeYoung (S3 | E136). Our guest this week, Kim DeYoung, is the Choice coach, author of The Book of Choice.

My Adult Child Won’t Talk to Me: Finding Hope and a Path Forward (S5 | E190) | THE RULES OF ESTRANGEMENT | Dr. Joshua Coleman

Gary and Darcy explore themes of aging, vitality, spirituality, and sexuality, they redefine what it means to be in an empty nest.

If it feels right, why not? Meet Elicia and Doug from Core Emotional Healing. We have a marvelous conversation with this amazing couple from Costa Rica.

This is a male-generational show: Men trusting their sons, nature, and their peers. We discuss a male tradition of mentorship and wisdom.

We reflect and celebrate The Open Nesters and completing five seasons of The Open Nesters Podcast, a platform redefining the empty nester experience.

Kids, Identity and Thanksgiving. They’re coming home soon from college, or life, this time of year. Are we ready?? !!

A self-confessed digital nomad, now living in Medellin, Columbia… living his digital travel advice. He is truly a radio vagabond who lives the life that he describes in his highly acclaimed The Radio Vagabond Travel Podcast.

Shift the Course. A father and son have an open conversation – right on the air – about their roles in their ever-changing relationship.

Mothering Love and Success (S4 | E161) with Leslie Russell, Tami Nora and Tessa. Another exclusive from The Open Nesters Podcast.

From Empty to Open: Reimagining Family Bonds in the Nesting Transition (S5 | E191). An interview with Zev Aaron from Zev Aaron Coaching.

Late Bloomer’s Success (Season 3 | Episode 137) It’s Q&A time with Tessa and Amir. And – I have to say, Amir was amazingly open!!

Trading the empty nest for an open one means opening our doors to new adventures and redefining our relationships. Lessons in Trust and Connection

Failure is Our Friend (Season 3 | Episode 132) Thank goodness for Terry Clarke Murphy and her life experiences. Learned so much on this show.

Evolutionary Family, Partnership & Vision for Earth | Meet Hayden and Alia, two extra ordinary people on The Open Nesters Podcast.

In this episode, I sit down with Lara and Michael Blackin, visionaries behind Temple in the Trees. Evolution. Intimacy.

Thank and Grow Rich. The Open Nesters Podcast Episode 38 with Pam Grout. Appreciate the world around you, there are marvels everywhere.

The Five Elements: Malaika was a mother, wife, business partner. And in one moment it all was taken from her.

From ballroom dancing to… a spiritual practice, yoga, drumming, climbing, these three couples enlighten us to the many possibilities that arise with an open nest. And what about challenges with sobriety and the damage excessive alcohol can do to a relationship?

Open Nesting in the Love Lab (S3 | E146) | We sit down for a second time with Sue Jaye and Joe from Relationship Tripping.

The Anxiety Sisters on The Open Nesters Podcast. Meet Abs and Mags. They talk about dealing with, managing, and taking control of your anxiety.

Mothering Love and Success PART TWO (S4 | E162) with Leslie Russell, Tami Nora and Tessa. Another exclusive from The Open Nesters Podcast.

Calling in Love Retreat: An event orchestrated by the Russell Family in Columbia. We go deeply into the world of these incredible people.

Parent-Child Estrangement & How to Heal. An interview with Dr. Joshua Coleman.

Transparency & Micro-Bursts of Connections with Laura Silverstein (S3 | E111). The Open Nesters Podcast with Tessa & Amir.

Disability, Aging and Love Potion Number 9 (Season 2 | Episode 85). An interview with Dr. Mitchell Tepper on The Open Nesters Podcast.

In their premier episode, the original Open Nesters, Tessa & Amir, discuss the concept of Open vs. Empty Nest. We’re so pleased to begin our journey with you on The Open Nesters Podcast.

We talk about giving each other space in this short episode. Part 2 of our intimate episode about trust and generosity.

The Radio Vagabond | Still on the Road with Palle Bo (S3 | E145). Catching up with our hero traveler, Palle Bo. Our third interview.

Sensual Energy with Christine Marie Mason (Season 2 | Episode 84). We celebrate Sensuality, Sexuality and Health Month.

Deconstructing Motherhood & Divorce with Joy Rose. Building confidence and self love in Act III of your life. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Bianca’s husband of 21 years was diagnosed with prostate cancer five years go. This, of course, disrupted everything. Life went upside down.

I believe as I have grown wiser I have learned to embrace a new level of surrender to mother earth and nature. About Motherhood

We explore the transformative power of gratitude and personal growth through an interview with Pam Grout, the author of “Thank and Grow Rich.”

This week, as we approach Thanksgiving, we address the complexities of family dynamics, expectations, and the importance of gratitude during this unique holiday. Give Thanks!

Fun without Dick and Jane (Season 3 | Episode 118). Guest Christie Mellor joins Tessa for a fascinating conversation about… perspective.

Embracing the “Open” in Open Nesting with Martha Joy Rose. The Museum of Motherhood. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Embracing the Unknown: A Conversation with Sue Jaye Johnson and Joe Richman. The journey of aging with The Open Nesters.

Discover how long distance, ethical non-monogamy, and radical honesty helped one couple deepen their bond and redefine midlife intimacy.

Welcome to Episode 39 of The Open Nesters Podcast. Polyamory is only one of the many topics we discuss on this podcast. As you can imagine it is a polarizing topic. It is not for everyone.

Josh Miller Changemaker. We launch a new category for The Open Nesters this week. that centers on teh voices of Gen Z and Millennials.

In the interview the Open and Gypsy Nesters cover a lot of ground. From jumping into a beat up (think $3,000 on ebay!) old motor home to “sailing the seven seas” on a modest sized boat the adventures abound.

Dream Big, Live Courageously! (Season 3 | Episode 134) We have Marni and Jeremy on our podcast this week. Believe me when I say you will live differently after listening to this episode.

Courage We engage in a heartfelt conversation with our daughter, discussing the significance of courage as we navigate this stage of life.

Maria Leonard Olsen found herself living alone, on her own, at 50 years old… for the very first time. The Open Nesters Podcast.

We want to celebrate 20 episodes!! And we thought this unplugged show would be an opportune moment to share a bit about this journey.

We want to provide you with support and many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:

What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…

Adventure

[TESSA and AMIR] Getting sexy in this one! And very loving.

Imagine this.

You worry about your aging body and have lost touch with what your partner thinks of it. After all those sexy years you are over 60 and, just saying it out loud, sagging a little bit. And your partner says… let’s fix this… Right here. Right now. And so you spend the day being photographed. Your naked body. From all angles. In different clothes. Wet. Dry. Inside. Outside. He shows you the beauty that he sees.

And you put aside those body issues… forever!! This is not a dream.

Like many other couples in a new relationship, we experienced a deeply profound, almost magical feeling of connection when we began dating almost two decades ago. Not wanting this experience to end, we began a conversation about love, intimacy, and sex—and especially the question of how two people could keep their connection passionate, loving, and alive indefinitely.

As we dedicated ourselves to this question, we began to coach singles and couples in applying our discoveries to transform their own lives and relationships. And as we witnessed the people we coached become more accepting toward themselves and more connected to those they loved, we decided to put all our ideas, tools, and techniques into a book so more people could have access to them. That’s how The Soulmate Experience: A Practical Guide to Creating Extraordinary Relationships was born.

We’ve been thrilled over the years by how many people our book has touched. Every time someone tells us how an idea in The Soulmate Experience has positively transformed them or their relationship—or saved it altogether—we know we made the right choice to spend the years it took us to write this book.

Intimate relationships are special in that they give us the opportunity to explore deep, erotic connection with another human being. And yet sexuality—which is so often tangled up with insecurity, jealousy, inhibition, shame, and self-consciousness—can be so challenging for couples. Helping people successfully work with the many kinds of sexual challenges that can arise in a relationship helped us make the decision to, once again, share our ideas and our clients’ success stories in a new book, Wild Monogamy: Cultivating Erotic Intimacy to Keep Passion and Desire Alive.

We spend a lot of time together: we live together, we write together, and we coach together. And after almost two decades, we’re still talking about love, sex, and relationships. We’re still falling in love, we’re still making love, and our sexual connection is as strong as ever. And we’re confident that the ideas we share in our books will help you experience more love, more intimacy, and more connection in your life.

We want to provide you with support and many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:

What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…

*Main Image Credit: Adobe Stock Photography

[TESSA and AMIR] We are on our third year of this life-changing podcast adventure. And all of us are the lucky ones. We’ve explored so many life paths, human stories, strategies, tips and plans. Each one has offered us the opportunity to grow. To find ourselves. To make the next act of our lives all the better. If you sense a bit of pride here, you are right. And by the fact that you are reading this now, you get it too… what true riches that we have all had presented to us.

So it is with true “awe” that I we say to you now… THIS one is unique. This episode might very well change your financial lives. This podcast could give you financial peace of mind as you move through the four stages of retirement.

“Wait, what did you say? Four stages of Retirement? Of what do you speak dear Tessa and Amir?”

Well – we’re not going to spoil it here. You will just have to listen for yourselves.

PRODUCER’S NOTE: You’ll get a ton out of this podcast, audio issues notwithstanding. We had some bugaboo with Joe’s audio and you will likely notice some clicking sounds when he speaks. We tried to fix… yet audio is so unforgiving. Soldier through, Open Nester Listener, it is worth it.

A.I.M. starts the process with a personalized, confidential interview to identify the decisions that stress you the most such as housing, insurance, healthcare, retirement and end-of-life planning, etc.

We help you act on the needed decisions quickly and responsibly. Let Aging Issues Management help you address your planning needs now and in the future. Visit Joe at Aging Issues Management

We want to provide you with support and many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:

What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…

[TESSA] Junie Moon has had one interesting journey so far. Marriage. Monogamy. An evolving relationship with options open. A Child. The early emptying of the nest and then a divorce. And then… Open Nesting and all that comes with that. All the possibilities.

Junie and I focus on ‘midlife,’ that time over 40 when the kids are gone. The operative word is “REBOOT.” The rebooting of our lives. In Junie’s own words, “It’s a little bit of a mind-fuck.” That ‘now what?’

Junie’s answer to this big question was to create a practice and business and podcast geared toward working with women (and men) to help them put their demons (which she refers to as shadows) to rest.

We consider these questions and a lot more with our guest this week, June Moon. 

I was married to a very selfish man with a spicy temper. I stayed in that relationship for 20 years! I was scared to make waves so I walked on eggshells, afraid to stand up for myself or ask for my needs to be met. I had knots in my stomach on a regular basis. I ate so much in an attempt to self-soothe that I ended up at my highest weight ever: 200 pounds. I was miserable.

I tried for years to make it work. I hoped for healing. I pleaded with him to get the support we needed, but he wasn’t having any of it. He said I was the problem and wouldn’t take any responsibility. With that, I finally left him.

Getting support and being willing to do this deeper work allowed me to heal the past and create a new life full of Next Level Love.

What’s the difference between an Empty Nester and Open Nester? This is an easy one. It’s the energy behind the words. Empty tends to have negative meanings connected to sadness and maybe even grief.

Open Nester means to Open to the areas between black, white in all areas in your life. It’s about looking at life in new ways. And there are so many possibilities to adventure, newness, and even sadness or grief when we are open to life. Listen in as Tess Krone shares all about being open in midlife and how to lead life with curiosity instead of right and wrong, good and bad.

Discover how long distance, ethical non-monogamy, and radical honesty helped one couple deepen their bond and redefine midlife intimacy.

Discover how to navigate the empty nest! Learn to downsize, embrace minimalism, and authentically reimagine your future.

Join Tessa and Amir on The Open Nesters Podcast as they dive into midlife sexuality, polyamory, and the “golden shadow” with Dr. Rosalyn Dischiavo.

We speak with Chandra Kantor about community, aging, and the way relationships can become more mutual over time. The Open Nesters.

Pleasure Doesn’t Care About Wrinkles with Joan Price, an 82-year-old senior sex expert and an incredible advocate for aging and sexuality

Joy Lynn Okoye describes her current work as centered on writing, meditation, and the relationship between relational integrity and grief

David and Veronica’s adventurous spirit shines through as they share their journey transitioning from traditional home life to full-time globetrotting.

No Shame Tackling Sex Taboos. We delve into the rich and intricate world of modern relationships through the lens of our remarkable guests, CJ and Linwood

Dr. Laurie Mintz, a renowned psychologist and sex therapist, brings a wealth of knowledge about women’s sexuality, especially as they navigate aging and menopause.

Today we delve into the transformative journey of navigating midlife, relationships, and the complexities of self-discovery with the insightful Junie Moon.

A New Path to Dating (Season 6 | Episode 231) with special guest, dating and confidence coach Jason McGarva. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Barbara Carrellas, a vital voice in the conversation surrounding sex, aging, and our evolving desires. Ecstasy and Riding Your Horse.

A look at the evolving conversations surrounding sex, aging, and the open nest lifestyle with Suzanne Noble. Sex After 50.

Maria Merloni is a therapist and sex and relationship coach who is redefining what it looks like to turn sixty with vitality, grace, and an open heart.

“Wild Monogamy” serves as a reminder that your primary relationship can be the greatest adventure of your life.

Radical Honesty and the Many Kinds of Love with Jesse Poppick. The Open Nesters Podcast. The Empty Nest is an Open Nest.

Tessa speaks with Laura Silverstein about fostering “flow and connection” through intentional acts of love.

The Open Nesters Podcast, we delve deep into personal transformation with Alia and Hayden.

In this episode, I sit down with Lara and Michael Blackin, visionaries behind Temple in the Trees. Evolution. Intimacy.

With Dr. David Friedman we delve into the transformative journey of open nesting, vitality, spirituality, and sexuality, including BDSM.

We dive deep into the world of open nesting with a returning guest, Vicki Larson, a researcher and writer who is flipping the script on aging for women.

From Engineer to Erotic Healer. Dr. David Freeman has transitioned from a successful engineering career to a life dedicated to sexual well-being.

Relationship Anarchy: With a lens focused on the complexities of open relationships, Tammy and Josh reflect on their journey.

THE PLEASURE MECHANICS | EXPANDING EROTIC PLEASURE AS WE AGE. An encore episode of The Open Nesters Podcast.

Sex and Laughter. We explore the joy and laughter that come with the journey of aging and the phenomenon of open nesting.

Darcy and Gary invite us all to reconsider how we approach this stage of life, emphasizing courage and openness.

Buckle Up and Strap On. This one is not for the kids. Reid Mihalco and Allison Moon, sex therapists, lead us to a sex-positive life.

A compelling conversation with Dr. Tammy Nelson, a prominent sex therapist and author of “Open Monogamy.” Not Your Grandma’s Monogamy.

Aging and Dating. Amir takes the reins to share his personal journey regarding aging and dating. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Dating, Ghosted and Opening after 60 Shakti Sundari shares her transformative experiences as a single mother and conscious dating.

“Open Nest”: Redefining Love After Children Leave Home. Sumati shares her personal journey of ethical non-monogamy.

We delve into the transformative journey of open nesting and the richness of personal relationships with Bella Brooks, a sexuality educator and intimacy coach

How to Celebrate Your Hot Flashes (S5 | E194) | Bridget and Colleen beautifully articulated their personal journeys

Best Sex Ever After Menopause with Dr. Carol Remz. We dive into the journey of aging gracefully while embracing our sexuality and vitality.

Marni and her “Big Ass Calendar,” a visual strategy to intentionally allocate time for family, romance, friendships, and personal growth.

Awakening the Feminine: Moira Cormack on Tantra, Motherhood & Empowerment After 50. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Rediscovering Desire: A Conversation with Sex Educator Pamela Madsen (S5 | E185) The Open Nesters Podcast. One of Our Classics.

Love Relationship & Sexuality Sampler. A look at our best from the past four years. The Open Nesters Podcasts, Season 5.

Your Relationship Superpower – A personal AI coach delivers expert-backed video insights to help you grow. Deepen Your Relationships with AI.

In this episode of Loving Without Boundaries, hosted by Kitty Chambliss, Tessa and Amir return for an enlightening reunion.

Revealing Pleasure – The P.A.R.N. Approach to Play and Intimacy with Steve and Shane | The Open Nesters Podcast

Authenticity & Sensuality. We dive into the vibrant life of Maria DiSalvo, whose journey exemplifies the essence of being an open nester.

Anne More is a returning guest whose insights on aging and eroticism resonate deeply with our journey as Open Nesters.

We dive deep into the vibrant world of open relationships with returning guests CJ, Linwood and their partner April. Your Pleasurespan.

Body Wisdom Aging Sex & Self with Suzanne Noble. The Open Nesters Podcast Season 4. Sex Advice for Seniors Podcast.

Together, Amir and I delve into the thrilling possibilities of adventure, personal growth… open love this week on The Open Nesters.

In this episode with Heather Hundhausen we further explore the concept of Existential Kink for personal growth. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Robyn Vogel from Come Back to Love, is a wise Open Nester offering insights and advice, especially for single women.

Today we deal with jealousy, social media & insecurities, and the importance of gratitude and self-awareness in relationships. Viva Monogamy.

Today we explore open relationships and non-monogamy, emphasizing communication, boundaries and relationship fluidity.

Infidelity and the Empty Nest | In this episode of The Open Nesters Podcast, we hear from Jenn and Gordon: swinging lifestyles to polyamory.

We talk about giving each other space in this short episode. Part 2 of our intimate episode about trust and generosity.

An episode about Trust and the Empty Nest (and generosity!) with Tessa and Amir (S3 | E147) | The Open Nesters Podcast

KINK & POLY | Reflections with Amir. A very special episode on The Open Nesters Podcast. Not to be missed for the curious.

Late Bloomer’s Success (Season 3 | Episode 137) It’s Q&A time with Tessa and Amir. And – I have to say, Amir was amazingly open!!

Monogamish 101 with Dan and Mary | Adults kids, ecstatic dance, non-monogamy. Two people living their own lives… finally!

Open Bi Kinky Over 50 | Meet CJ and Linwood. They met online from across the world. And now are together in a highly unique relationship.

Kevin and Antoinette are a polyamorous couple… with children. Kevin is the author of Love’s Not Color Blind. The Open Nesters Podcast.

The Open Nest Evolving and Revolving Door with Tessa & Amir. We love the chance to do an episode just the two of us. The Open Nesters.

Wild Monogamy – Like when you go to a play party and just play with your partner. Sex and Sensuality on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Junie Moon works in the shadows. Or, rather, she helps us deal with shadows. Demons. Deal with the parts of our lives that require a ‘reckoning.’

Life as Polyamorous Elders | An interview with author Kathy Labriola, Therapist. Kathy has great expertise working with older poly clients.

Becoming Beloveds with Kari and Steven Cardinale (S3 | E112). We have to recently married open nesters this week on the podcast.

Transparency & Micro-Bursts of Connections with Laura Silverstein (S3 | E111). The Open Nesters Podcast with Tessa & Amir.

What is a “polysecure” relationship like? Jessica Fern, Tessa and Amir discuss all ends of the poly spectrum in this highly useful episode.

We bring our friendship series to a close with so so many resources for you. Books, articles, podcasts. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Magic and Mutuality with Jonathan Pillot. The Open Nesters Podcast Friendship Series. Season 3 | Episode 106.

Big Day! In addition to marking my 61st birthday, this is the day that The Open Nesters launches a new initiative that will dominate our 2023.

Open Nesters Season 3. In 2023 we turn our gaze to friendships in all forms. From old to new, sexual or platonic… it is going to be fun!

Part 2 of our conversation with Kenya and Carl about their amazing journey. Progressive Love this week on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Kenya and Carl: While they are a poly couple, the lessons they teach are applicable to us all. They have created something really special with their Progressive Love Academy.

Dr. Ellen: psychologist, registered dietician, National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, and Reiki master. The Midlife Whisperer.

Our sixth entry in our episodes related to Sensuality, Sexuality and Aging Month on The Open Nesters Podcast. This is Part 2 of our Panel Discussion.

A Wise Women Panel Part 1 (Season 2 | Episode 86). The Open Nesters Podcast honoring Sexuality, Sensuality and Aging Month.

Disability, Aging and Love Potion Number 9 (Season 2 | Episode 85). An interview with Dr. Mitchell Tepper on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Sensual Energy with Christine Marie Mason (Season 2 | Episode 84). We celebrate Sensuality, Sexuality and Health Month.

“Will you have sex with me?” This simple question turns Anne all “squiggly.” If Dan says yes, she blushes with happiness.

Sexuality, Sensuality & Aging with Tessa and Amir (S2 | E82). “Um… is it hot in here?” The Open Nesters Podcast. Sexual Health Month.

Rituals, Adventure and Relationships with Sue Jaye Johnson and Joe Richman. The Pleasure Report on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Mobile, Unattached and Free with Casaundra & Chris (S2 | E80). The Open Nesters Podcast. Weekly. Make the most of your Act III.

Poly Quad with Jahaira, Marvin, Michael & Monique (S2 | E77). Four people in one relationship. How. Does. That. Work?

Intimacy, Attachment, and Relationship Anarchy with Josh and Tammy. A return visit from the “Eroticize Your Jealousy” people.

Giving Pleasure Full Permission with Chris and Charlotte (S2 | E71). Learning how to have the best sex of your life after the kids have left the house.

Deconstructing Motherhood & Divorce with Joy Rose. Building confidence and self love in Act III of your life. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Find great pleasure throughout your day. Soak it in. Be ready to accept the sensuality all around you. Meet Amanda Ananda, The Tantric Mama.

The Humor in Aging, Sex and the Husband Equivalent with Joyce Saltman (Season 2 | Episode 60). The Open Nesters Podcast.

How lucky we are to have Angela Thurston on our show this week. You can reach Angela also at Erotic Blueprint Breakthrough Coaching.

Not Your Grandma’s Monogamy. I have known Dr. Tammy Nelson for many years. It is a true pleasure to welcome her voice onto our podcast!

Our Loving Openness with Kitty, Tessa & Amir. We share much about our journey to an open relationship in this episode.

Make Love in the Unknown with Laurie Handlers and Michael Gibson. Celebrating Love and Sex Month on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Buckle Up and Strap On. This one is not for the kids. Reid Mihalco and Allison Moon, sex therapists, lead us to a sex-positive life.

Love in the Third Third of Act III. Meet Kit and Jeff, two people who found each other nearly 10 years ago. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Healing Our Intimacy Wounds. We are so fortunate to have Isha Vela with us this week. We cover some complicated ground in our chat.

Off the Grid Dad. Meet Cort Geraipy… truly one of the most interesting people you will ever encounter.

Reframing Relationships. Twists and Turns. The path that Sabrina and Seth have been on is somewhat mind-boggling.

Rock Your Erotic Boat with Pamela Madsen on The Open Nesters Podcast. This is for men and women who want to develop their sexuality mid-life.

Labeling and Unlabeling. Tessa and Amir interview Jonathan Pillot, founder of UnLabelMe. Meet an enlightened man this week on TON.

Paradoxical Power and Healing with the Dominatrix (Episode 43). An interview with Heather Hundhausen on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Dreaming of Open Nesting: Love and Plant Medicine in Act III. This week we meet Buck and Haven… two people on the verge.

Open Nesting 201 with Tessa and Amir. After 40 podcat episodes Tessa and Amir reflect on what Open Nesting means to them now.

Welcome to Episode 39 of The Open Nesters Podcast. Polyamory is only one of the many topics we discuss on this podcast. As you can imagine it is a polarizing topic. It is not for everyone.

Change Your Noise and Get Curious with Effy Blue. People are curious by nature, but they very well may need a little help pursuing their curiosity. Enter Effy Blue and Curious Fox.

The Book of Life with Esther Russell. This week we explore The Akashic Record with empath and entrepreneur Esther Russell.

Consensual, ethical non-monogamy – delivered in an app… and community. This is about David and Amanda and their lives and program called #open.

Divorce, Dating, and Dreaming with Ava and Dave. The Open Nesters Podcast Episode 30. Tessa interviews two fascinating divorcees.

Gloria Jackson-Nefertiti is a poet, public speaker, photographer, and former fundamentalist Christian and cult member. Intersectionality.

Is Ethical Non-Monogamy for You? You may be able to sort that out with this podcast featuring our guest, Sumati Sparks.

Trevor Crow is a Certified Executive Coach, Author, Talk Show Host, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Are You Securely Attached?

Jim has so much to share about how we connect with our partners. He is a highly accomplished author and thinker in the polyamory space.

We want to celebrate 20 episodes!! And we thought this unplugged show would be an opportune moment to share a bit about this journey.

The Bed Hoppers on The Open Nesters Podcast. Meet Mr. and Mrs. H. from the UK. They have a lot to say about swinging.

Barbara Carrellas is a remarkable woman who has achieved so much as an educator, sex life coach, workshop facilitator and lecturer. It was my [Tessa] pleasure to sit down for a long talk with Barbara for the Open Nesters Podcast.

Living Apart Together (LAT). The Open Nesters, Tessa and Amir, interview Vicki Larson about negotiating one’s own space in a relationship.

Jealousy, compersion and how to handle a deep relationship. Kitty Chambliss from Loving without Boundaries is our guest on The Open Nesters.

Laura Campbell helps us look at the spiritual essence of our years after 50 when we have the time and space to be still for a while.

In Episode 11 we meet Jahaira and Marvin, who are swingers, who really never stopped swinging even when they became polyamorous. And we hear about Jahaira’s “I want that” moment.

Dr. Roz discusses the concept of “a second awakening,” particularly after children have gone, noting that we have this urge to wake up, maybe a lot due to our biology… the “midlife crisis.”

Amidst COVID these two open-minded adults found each other. And they found that polyamory could work for them both. Thea and Curt met in early March – just prior to COVID. And then quarantine. Phone calls. Video chats. “It was challenging, I didn’t know if we had physical chemistry,” noted Curt.

Tessa interviews yoga teach and life coach Joy Okoye. Joy is in the middle of a huge life change. She is in “the void.” She is moving from mother to friend with her two teenagers. And she is asking questions of herself… “Who am I?”

Kink. Internet Intimacy. Zoom Threesomes. The Enchantress Shane and the Open Nesters explore the taboos that can accompany adults who go forth and Open Nest.

This week the Open Nesters get into it with Erika Obando. Erika is a self-professed “open nester.”

Mental Physical Emotional Space. Tessa and Amir discuss their own space and touch upon open relationships. Advice from Trevor Mullineaux.

In their premier episode, the original Open Nesters, Tessa & Amir, discuss the concept of Open vs. Empty Nest. We’re so pleased to begin our journey with you on The Open Nesters Podcast.

We want to provide you with support and many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:

What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…

[TESSA] So what happens as we get older? What happens to the libido? What about poly people? Do people become more open? Do they just maintain their relationships with multiple partners? Do they become more conservative sexually?

We consider these questions with our guest this week, Kathy Labriola. 

We discuss the practical value of multiple partners later in life, finding your community, and our different views today vs. a generation before about poly lifestyles. Kathy is a wealth of information. Kathy also references a study completed by Jim Fleckenstein who was an early guest on our podcast. You can revisit that episode here: Jim Fleckenstein.

Here are a few links for us as we consider trends and behaviors on elder polyamory:

“Young People More Open to Polyamory”

“It’s a Little Bit Tricky”: Results from the POLYamorous Childbearing and Birth Experiences Study (POLYBABES)

The Most Surprising Monogamy Vs Polyamory Statistics And Trends in 2023

Kathy Labriola is a counselor, nurse, and hypnotherapist in private practice in Berkeley, California. She has written two previous books on relationships and has years of professional experience working with polyamorous singles, couples, and groupings on relationship dynamics. Dossie Easton is the co-author of the bestselling The Ethical Slut. She is also a psychotherapist, relationship counselor, and educator. Since 1969, she has lived and worked in sexual minority cultures and is an authority on polyamory.

Discover how long distance, ethical non-monogamy, and radical honesty helped one couple deepen their bond and redefine midlife intimacy.

Discover how to navigate the empty nest! Learn to downsize, embrace minimalism, and authentically reimagine your future.

Join Tessa and Amir on The Open Nesters Podcast as they dive into midlife sexuality, polyamory, and the “golden shadow” with Dr. Rosalyn Dischiavo.

We speak with Chandra Kantor about community, aging, and the way relationships can become more mutual over time. The Open Nesters.

Pleasure Doesn’t Care About Wrinkles with Joan Price, an 82-year-old senior sex expert and an incredible advocate for aging and sexuality

Joy Lynn Okoye describes her current work as centered on writing, meditation, and the relationship between relational integrity and grief

David and Veronica’s adventurous spirit shines through as they share their journey transitioning from traditional home life to full-time globetrotting.

No Shame Tackling Sex Taboos. We delve into the rich and intricate world of modern relationships through the lens of our remarkable guests, CJ and Linwood

Dr. Laurie Mintz, a renowned psychologist and sex therapist, brings a wealth of knowledge about women’s sexuality, especially as they navigate aging and menopause.

Today we delve into the transformative journey of navigating midlife, relationships, and the complexities of self-discovery with the insightful Junie Moon.

A New Path to Dating (Season 6 | Episode 231) with special guest, dating and confidence coach Jason McGarva. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Barbara Carrellas, a vital voice in the conversation surrounding sex, aging, and our evolving desires. Ecstasy and Riding Your Horse.

A look at the evolving conversations surrounding sex, aging, and the open nest lifestyle with Suzanne Noble. Sex After 50.

Maria Merloni is a therapist and sex and relationship coach who is redefining what it looks like to turn sixty with vitality, grace, and an open heart.

“Wild Monogamy” serves as a reminder that your primary relationship can be the greatest adventure of your life.

Radical Honesty and the Many Kinds of Love with Jesse Poppick. The Open Nesters Podcast. The Empty Nest is an Open Nest.

Tessa speaks with Laura Silverstein about fostering “flow and connection” through intentional acts of love.

The Open Nesters Podcast, we delve deep into personal transformation with Alia and Hayden.

In this episode, I sit down with Lara and Michael Blackin, visionaries behind Temple in the Trees. Evolution. Intimacy.

With Dr. David Friedman we delve into the transformative journey of open nesting, vitality, spirituality, and sexuality, including BDSM.

We dive deep into the world of open nesting with a returning guest, Vicki Larson, a researcher and writer who is flipping the script on aging for women.

From Engineer to Erotic Healer. Dr. David Freeman has transitioned from a successful engineering career to a life dedicated to sexual well-being.

Relationship Anarchy: With a lens focused on the complexities of open relationships, Tammy and Josh reflect on their journey.

THE PLEASURE MECHANICS | EXPANDING EROTIC PLEASURE AS WE AGE. An encore episode of The Open Nesters Podcast.

Sex and Laughter. We explore the joy and laughter that come with the journey of aging and the phenomenon of open nesting.

Darcy and Gary invite us all to reconsider how we approach this stage of life, emphasizing courage and openness.

Buckle Up and Strap On. This one is not for the kids. Reid Mihalco and Allison Moon, sex therapists, lead us to a sex-positive life.

A compelling conversation with Dr. Tammy Nelson, a prominent sex therapist and author of “Open Monogamy.” Not Your Grandma’s Monogamy.

Aging and Dating. Amir takes the reins to share his personal journey regarding aging and dating. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Dating, Ghosted and Opening after 60 Shakti Sundari shares her transformative experiences as a single mother and conscious dating.

“Open Nest”: Redefining Love After Children Leave Home. Sumati shares her personal journey of ethical non-monogamy.

We delve into the transformative journey of open nesting and the richness of personal relationships with Bella Brooks, a sexuality educator and intimacy coach

How to Celebrate Your Hot Flashes (S5 | E194) | Bridget and Colleen beautifully articulated their personal journeys

Best Sex Ever After Menopause with Dr. Carol Remz. We dive into the journey of aging gracefully while embracing our sexuality and vitality.

Marni and her “Big Ass Calendar,” a visual strategy to intentionally allocate time for family, romance, friendships, and personal growth.

Awakening the Feminine: Moira Cormack on Tantra, Motherhood & Empowerment After 50. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Rediscovering Desire: A Conversation with Sex Educator Pamela Madsen (S5 | E185) The Open Nesters Podcast. One of Our Classics.

Love Relationship & Sexuality Sampler. A look at our best from the past four years. The Open Nesters Podcasts, Season 5.

Your Relationship Superpower – A personal AI coach delivers expert-backed video insights to help you grow. Deepen Your Relationships with AI.

In this episode of Loving Without Boundaries, hosted by Kitty Chambliss, Tessa and Amir return for an enlightening reunion.

Revealing Pleasure – The P.A.R.N. Approach to Play and Intimacy with Steve and Shane | The Open Nesters Podcast

Authenticity & Sensuality. We dive into the vibrant life of Maria DiSalvo, whose journey exemplifies the essence of being an open nester.

Anne More is a returning guest whose insights on aging and eroticism resonate deeply with our journey as Open Nesters.

We dive deep into the vibrant world of open relationships with returning guests CJ, Linwood and their partner April. Your Pleasurespan.

Body Wisdom Aging Sex & Self with Suzanne Noble. The Open Nesters Podcast Season 4. Sex Advice for Seniors Podcast.

Together, Amir and I delve into the thrilling possibilities of adventure, personal growth… open love this week on The Open Nesters.

In this episode with Heather Hundhausen we further explore the concept of Existential Kink for personal growth. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Robyn Vogel from Come Back to Love, is a wise Open Nester offering insights and advice, especially for single women.

Today we deal with jealousy, social media & insecurities, and the importance of gratitude and self-awareness in relationships. Viva Monogamy.

Today we explore open relationships and non-monogamy, emphasizing communication, boundaries and relationship fluidity.

Infidelity and the Empty Nest | In this episode of The Open Nesters Podcast, we hear from Jenn and Gordon: swinging lifestyles to polyamory.

We talk about giving each other space in this short episode. Part 2 of our intimate episode about trust and generosity.

An episode about Trust and the Empty Nest (and generosity!) with Tessa and Amir (S3 | E147) | The Open Nesters Podcast

KINK & POLY | Reflections with Amir. A very special episode on The Open Nesters Podcast. Not to be missed for the curious.

Late Bloomer’s Success (Season 3 | Episode 137) It’s Q&A time with Tessa and Amir. And – I have to say, Amir was amazingly open!!

Monogamish 101 with Dan and Mary | Adults kids, ecstatic dance, non-monogamy. Two people living their own lives… finally!

Open Bi Kinky Over 50 | Meet CJ and Linwood. They met online from across the world. And now are together in a highly unique relationship.

Kevin and Antoinette are a polyamorous couple… with children. Kevin is the author of Love’s Not Color Blind. The Open Nesters Podcast.

The Open Nest Evolving and Revolving Door with Tessa & Amir. We love the chance to do an episode just the two of us. The Open Nesters.

Wild Monogamy – Like when you go to a play party and just play with your partner. Sex and Sensuality on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Junie Moon works in the shadows. Or, rather, she helps us deal with shadows. Demons. Deal with the parts of our lives that require a ‘reckoning.’

Life as Polyamorous Elders | An interview with author Kathy Labriola, Therapist. Kathy has great expertise working with older poly clients.

Becoming Beloveds with Kari and Steven Cardinale (S3 | E112). We have to recently married open nesters this week on the podcast.

Transparency & Micro-Bursts of Connections with Laura Silverstein (S3 | E111). The Open Nesters Podcast with Tessa & Amir.

What is a “polysecure” relationship like? Jessica Fern, Tessa and Amir discuss all ends of the poly spectrum in this highly useful episode.

We bring our friendship series to a close with so so many resources for you. Books, articles, podcasts. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Magic and Mutuality with Jonathan Pillot. The Open Nesters Podcast Friendship Series. Season 3 | Episode 106.

Big Day! In addition to marking my 61st birthday, this is the day that The Open Nesters launches a new initiative that will dominate our 2023.

Open Nesters Season 3. In 2023 we turn our gaze to friendships in all forms. From old to new, sexual or platonic… it is going to be fun!

Part 2 of our conversation with Kenya and Carl about their amazing journey. Progressive Love this week on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Kenya and Carl: While they are a poly couple, the lessons they teach are applicable to us all. They have created something really special with their Progressive Love Academy.

Dr. Ellen: psychologist, registered dietician, National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, and Reiki master. The Midlife Whisperer.

Our sixth entry in our episodes related to Sensuality, Sexuality and Aging Month on The Open Nesters Podcast. This is Part 2 of our Panel Discussion.

A Wise Women Panel Part 1 (Season 2 | Episode 86). The Open Nesters Podcast honoring Sexuality, Sensuality and Aging Month.

Disability, Aging and Love Potion Number 9 (Season 2 | Episode 85). An interview with Dr. Mitchell Tepper on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Sensual Energy with Christine Marie Mason (Season 2 | Episode 84). We celebrate Sensuality, Sexuality and Health Month.

“Will you have sex with me?” This simple question turns Anne all “squiggly.” If Dan says yes, she blushes with happiness.

Sexuality, Sensuality & Aging with Tessa and Amir (S2 | E82). “Um… is it hot in here?” The Open Nesters Podcast. Sexual Health Month.

Rituals, Adventure and Relationships with Sue Jaye Johnson and Joe Richman. The Pleasure Report on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Mobile, Unattached and Free with Casaundra & Chris (S2 | E80). The Open Nesters Podcast. Weekly. Make the most of your Act III.

Poly Quad with Jahaira, Marvin, Michael & Monique (S2 | E77). Four people in one relationship. How. Does. That. Work?

Intimacy, Attachment, and Relationship Anarchy with Josh and Tammy. A return visit from the “Eroticize Your Jealousy” people.

Giving Pleasure Full Permission with Chris and Charlotte (S2 | E71). Learning how to have the best sex of your life after the kids have left the house.

Deconstructing Motherhood & Divorce with Joy Rose. Building confidence and self love in Act III of your life. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Find great pleasure throughout your day. Soak it in. Be ready to accept the sensuality all around you. Meet Amanda Ananda, The Tantric Mama.

The Humor in Aging, Sex and the Husband Equivalent with Joyce Saltman (Season 2 | Episode 60). The Open Nesters Podcast.

How lucky we are to have Angela Thurston on our show this week. You can reach Angela also at Erotic Blueprint Breakthrough Coaching.

Not Your Grandma’s Monogamy. I have known Dr. Tammy Nelson for many years. It is a true pleasure to welcome her voice onto our podcast!

Our Loving Openness with Kitty, Tessa & Amir. We share much about our journey to an open relationship in this episode.

Make Love in the Unknown with Laurie Handlers and Michael Gibson. Celebrating Love and Sex Month on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Buckle Up and Strap On. This one is not for the kids. Reid Mihalco and Allison Moon, sex therapists, lead us to a sex-positive life.

Love in the Third Third of Act III. Meet Kit and Jeff, two people who found each other nearly 10 years ago. The Open Nesters Podcast.

Healing Our Intimacy Wounds. We are so fortunate to have Isha Vela with us this week. We cover some complicated ground in our chat.

Off the Grid Dad. Meet Cort Geraipy… truly one of the most interesting people you will ever encounter.

Reframing Relationships. Twists and Turns. The path that Sabrina and Seth have been on is somewhat mind-boggling.

Rock Your Erotic Boat with Pamela Madsen on The Open Nesters Podcast. This is for men and women who want to develop their sexuality mid-life.

Labeling and Unlabeling. Tessa and Amir interview Jonathan Pillot, founder of UnLabelMe. Meet an enlightened man this week on TON.

Paradoxical Power and Healing with the Dominatrix (Episode 43). An interview with Heather Hundhausen on The Open Nesters Podcast.

Dreaming of Open Nesting: Love and Plant Medicine in Act III. This week we meet Buck and Haven… two people on the verge.

Open Nesting 201 with Tessa and Amir. After 40 podcat episodes Tessa and Amir reflect on what Open Nesting means to them now.

Welcome to Episode 39 of The Open Nesters Podcast. Polyamory is only one of the many topics we discuss on this podcast. As you can imagine it is a polarizing topic. It is not for everyone.

Change Your Noise and Get Curious with Effy Blue. People are curious by nature, but they very well may need a little help pursuing their curiosity. Enter Effy Blue and Curious Fox.

The Book of Life with Esther Russell. This week we explore The Akashic Record with empath and entrepreneur Esther Russell.

Consensual, ethical non-monogamy – delivered in an app… and community. This is about David and Amanda and their lives and program called #open.

Divorce, Dating, and Dreaming with Ava and Dave. The Open Nesters Podcast Episode 30. Tessa interviews two fascinating divorcees.

Gloria Jackson-Nefertiti is a poet, public speaker, photographer, and former fundamentalist Christian and cult member. Intersectionality.

Is Ethical Non-Monogamy for You? You may be able to sort that out with this podcast featuring our guest, Sumati Sparks.

Trevor Crow is a Certified Executive Coach, Author, Talk Show Host, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Are You Securely Attached?

Jim has so much to share about how we connect with our partners. He is a highly accomplished author and thinker in the polyamory space.

We want to celebrate 20 episodes!! And we thought this unplugged show would be an opportune moment to share a bit about this journey.

The Bed Hoppers on The Open Nesters Podcast. Meet Mr. and Mrs. H. from the UK. They have a lot to say about swinging.

Barbara Carrellas is a remarkable woman who has achieved so much as an educator, sex life coach, workshop facilitator and lecturer. It was my [Tessa] pleasure to sit down for a long talk with Barbara for the Open Nesters Podcast.

Living Apart Together (LAT). The Open Nesters, Tessa and Amir, interview Vicki Larson about negotiating one’s own space in a relationship.

Jealousy, compersion and how to handle a deep relationship. Kitty Chambliss from Loving without Boundaries is our guest on The Open Nesters.

Laura Campbell helps us look at the spiritual essence of our years after 50 when we have the time and space to be still for a while.

In Episode 11 we meet Jahaira and Marvin, who are swingers, who really never stopped swinging even when they became polyamorous. And we hear about Jahaira’s “I want that” moment.

Dr. Roz discusses the concept of “a second awakening,” particularly after children have gone, noting that we have this urge to wake up, maybe a lot due to our biology… the “midlife crisis.”

Amidst COVID these two open-minded adults found each other. And they found that polyamory could work for them both. Thea and Curt met in early March – just prior to COVID. And then quarantine. Phone calls. Video chats. “It was challenging, I didn’t know if we had physical chemistry,” noted Curt.

Tessa interviews yoga teach and life coach Joy Okoye. Joy is in the middle of a huge life change. She is in “the void.” She is moving from mother to friend with her two teenagers. And she is asking questions of herself… “Who am I?”

Kink. Internet Intimacy. Zoom Threesomes. The Enchantress Shane and the Open Nesters explore the taboos that can accompany adults who go forth and Open Nest.

This week the Open Nesters get into it with Erika Obando. Erika is a self-professed “open nester.”

Mental Physical Emotional Space. Tessa and Amir discuss their own space and touch upon open relationships. Advice from Trevor Mullineaux.

In their premier episode, the original Open Nesters, Tessa & Amir, discuss the concept of Open vs. Empty Nest. We’re so pleased to begin our journey with you on The Open Nesters Podcast.

We want to provide you with support and many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest:

Open Nesters Resource Page

The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group

Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters.

Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster.

Her offerings are based in her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower,    it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open hearted lives.

Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question:

What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE…