This week, Zack, Josie, and Brad sit down with Callie — a Physician Assistant who works in the ER and has seen it all — to talk about one of the most important topics in the swinger lifestyle: sexual health.

Callie breaks down what everyone in the lifestyle should know about STI prevention, testing, and risk management. She explains how your risk isn’t just about your behavior, but also the behavior of your partners — and why trust, responsibility, and regular testing are essential for keeping everyone safe.

From women’s vaginal health and condom sensitivity to UTI prevention and the realities of unprotected oral sex, the conversation covers the practical side of pleasure. Callie also sheds light on HPV, how the vaccine has evolved, and how to approach testing — whether you test with your partner or alternate schedules.

Throughout the episode, the Crew explores how understanding your own risk tolerance, staying informed, and choosing responsible play partners can make all the difference. Because in the lifestyle, good sexual health isn’t just about protection — it’s about connection, communication, and confidence.

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(00:00:00) Callie is a PA and has 10 years of ER experience

(00:02:51) Fantasies - the gateway drug

(00:04:00) Condom use is a personal choice but there are risks

(00:06:49) This information is only an opinion and is not medical advice

(00:07:30) Anal tissue is more easily broken down so risk of STI is higher with anal sex

(00:08:29) Condoms and vaginal health

(00:10:00) More facts about vaginas

(00:11:11) Post menopausal vaginal decline, treatment and UTI prevention

(00:13:40) Condom use can be frustrating for men

(00:15:11) Oral sex and STI risks

(00:16:35) Deep dive on HPV

(00:19:39) The risks associated with oral vs vaginal sex are less severe

(00:20:26) Difference between STI ‘ and STD’s

(00:21:06) STI testing frequency and most common STI’s

(00:23:05) Throat and anal swabs by request only

(00:23:54) Most STI’s are asymptomatic so you have to test regularly

(00:25:11) STI testing funnies

(00:27:42) Testing frequency and alternating testing with your partner

(00:30:00) The partners you choose may influence testing frequency

(00:30:43) Sharing or asking for most recent test results

(00:34:50) You should be testing for these STI’s

(00:37:37) PREP

(00:39:30) Doxy PEP

(00:41:35) Prevention - condoms, regular testing, partners and substances

(00:43:00) Drugs, alcohol and high risk activities

(00:45:00) Gauging risk has a lot to do with the people and your intuition

(00:46:48) Trimix

(00:48:00) Stranger things…ER edition

(00:50:46) Preventative vaccines and screenings Callie recommends

(00:51:32) STI treatment app from CDC very helpful

(00:52:02) USPSTF - United States Preventative Services Task Force

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RESOURCES

STI Treatment App from CDC

USPSTF
Health care considerations for sex workers

Chlamydia and gonorrhea (Basics)

Genital herpes (Basics)

Sexually transmitted infections (Basics)
Sexually transmitted infection screening recommendations by sex assigned at birth and population

The five Ps: Partners, prevention of pregnancy, protection from STIs, practices, and past history of STIs
Why men who have sex with men have an increased risk of STIs

This week, the Two Plus Two Crew tackles a playful term with some serious depth — premature evacuation. No, not that kind — we’re talking about those moments when play ends earlier than planned and all the emotions that can come with it.

Zack, Josie, Brad, and Brittany open up about the messy, human side of swinging — from people-pleasing and communication breakdowns to triggers and shame. Josie shares a few personal experiences that highlight how past trauma can resurface in unexpected ways, and the group talks candidly about how to give ourselves and our partners grace when those moments happen.

They dig into the importance of being honest with ourselves, clear with our partners, and compassionate with our playmates — because no one can read our minds, no matter how in sync we think we are. The Crew also shares tips for better communication and staying connected even when things don’t go as planned.

Of course, there are still plenty of laughs — at each other’s expense and their own — as they explore how the lifestyle continues to challenge, teach, and strengthen their relationships.

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(00:00:00) What is premature evacuation?

(00:02:09) A traumatic play experience

(00:08:09) Nobody was doing anything wrong

(00:10:24) Feeling shame for not self-advocating

(00:19:24) Brad learns he has the perfect cock for anal

(00:21:07) Other people aren’t aware of our triggers

(00:23:26) There was no malicious intent

(00:26:11) Listeners who become play partners

(00:26:48) We don’t know what we don’t know

(00:28:56) Evolving in the lifestyle

(00:29:49) Some people will try to push your boundaries

(00:34:39) Are we being instinctual or over critical?

(00:37:39) Assessing potential play partners to ensure a positive experience

(00:39:45) Positive or negative bias will impact your choices and decisions

(00:43:44) Considering changing our approach to serve us better

(00:46:37) Looking at your results and deciding whether you want to make changes

(00:48:55) Comparing your own results with others you see in the lifestyle

(00:50:22) Assessing our own risk tolerance

(00:53:13) Making comparisons in the lifestyle

(00:55:13) Getting out of your head and letting go

(00:56:30) Holding one another back

(01:00:16) Parting advice

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This week, Zack, Josie, and Brad welcome Mary — a licensed professional counselor with 13 years in the lifestyle alongside her husband. With a rare mix of professional insight and personal experience, Mary opens up about emotional awareness, connection, and the importance of taking care of yourself — and your relationship — while living the lifestyle.

Mary shares her perspective on knowing when it might be time to step back and refocus on your partnership, and how the lifestyle can magnify both the challenges and the strengths within a relationship. Drawing from her trauma specialization, she discusses the four types of trauma, how they can quietly shape our lifestyle experiences, and why vulnerability and shame often show up where we least expect them.

The conversation shines a light on the feelings many swingers experience but struggle to name — and offers a fresh, compassionate perspective on what it really means to grow together through honesty, self-awareness, and trust.

As Mary put it best: there are many different kinds of therapy… and sometimes, the lifestyle can be one of them.

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(00:00:00) Mary has a different perspective as a trauma therapist who’s also in the lifestyle

(00:02:44) Coming from a place of love or fear

(00:04:21) Everyone is in the lifestyle they just don’t know it

(00:05:28) Stumbling upon the lifestyle

(00:07:25) Choosing to explore and grow instead of running in fear

(00:10:37) My husband and I have 13 years of lifestyle experience

(00:13:03) The impact trauma has on our lives and lifestyle journeys

(00:15:35) Four types of trauma: betrayal, abandonment, rejection, and shame

(00:17:00) Information overload and the direction society is moving in

(00:21:05) Men and women think differently

(00:24:11) Personality differences impact experiences, too

(00:27:22) Is energy the same as attunement

(00:30:30) The lifestyle will magnify any problems you have in your relationship

(00:33:24) The biggest trauma trigger in the lifestyle is shame

(00:35:49) Daily walks, communication and thought experiments

(00:38:43) Tips to help couples better communicate

(00:40:15) Self-advocacy and learning to speak up for yourself

(00:41:47) How to know if you’re having ‘too much’ lifestyle

(00:44:23) What to do when you feel triggered in a play session

(00:48:34) Tips on taking care of yourselves and your relationship

(00:49:43) When to seek counseling and how to find a good therapist

(00:53:35) Nuggets of wisdom from Mary

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Resources

Lewis Howes’ Interview with Esther Perel

Brene Brown’s Ted Talk on Shame - YouTube 2012

Dr. Brian Pennie’s interview with Dr. Gabor Mate, an expert on Trauma and Addiction

BARS Acronym

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• Abandonment
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• Rejection
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• Shame

This week, the Two Plus Two Crew gets real about one of the lifestyle’s biggest questions — can swinging actually make your relationship stronger?

Zack and Josie open up about what it was like being in the lifestyle during their previous marriages — how they got into it, where things went wrong, and what they’ve learned since. They share how, through their evolution in the lifestyle together, their marriage has grown through honesty, vulnerability, and countless deep conversations about what truly matters.

Brad and Brittany bring their own experiences to the table, sharing insecurities and insights that couples everywhere can relate to. Together, the crew explores how men and women often see the lifestyle through different lenses — and how those differences can either pull you apart or bring you closer.

From trust and transparency to authenticity and acceptance, they reveal how the lifestyle can strengthen your bond — if you’re willing to put in the work (and maybe bare a little more than just your bodies).

Because when you can show up fully as yourself — love yourself — and be loved for it, that’s when your relationship truly comes alive.

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(00:00:00) Lifestyle 1.0 didn’t go so well

(00:03:08) Josie was pressured into getting into the lifestyle

(00:05:33) Zack and his wife at the time were both in agreement to try it

(00:09:39) Brad’s first brush with the lifestyle

(00:11:02) We found other swingers on Craigslist

(00:12:41) We weren’t in supportive marriages

(00:14:26) The intimacy wasn’t like it is for us now

(00:15:48) I feel more drawn to Josie than I am to you

(00:18:23) Keeping things from going down a wrong path

(00:20:14) We feared the lifestyle for a long time

(00:22:32) Lifestyle 2.0 is much better

(00:25:50) We know what it feels like to catch feelings

(00:27:41) Trust and open communication helps your relationship grow

(00:28:27) Friends with benefits vs one and done

(00:30:14) Strong couples make playing more comfortable for the girls

(00:33:56) How the lifestyle benefits your relationship

(00:36:04) Men’s brains and women’s brains are very different

(00:40:50) Revealing all of yourself to your partner

(00:42:57) Lifestyle related arguments help you dig deep

(00:45:11) Your partner helps give you confidence to be yourself

(00:47:17) Supporting your partner

(00:49:18) Trust is small promises kept repeatedly over time

(00:54:02) We’re able to work through things faster now

(00:55:39) If you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right

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This week, the Two Plus Two Crew is back together, and things are getting deliciously crowded. Brad and Brittany are fully in their element, fresh from a steamy mountain takeover weekend with 16 lifestyle friends and plenty of spicy stories to share. Meanwhile, Zack and Josie open up about a night they didn’t see coming: their first threesome and a group play twist that left their hearts racing and pulses quickening.

From Brittany’s shibari fantasy coming to life to the electric thrill of meeting new play partners and feeling that spark catch fire, this episode dives deep into the sexy, messy, and unforgettable moments that make group play so intoxicating.

Consider this your invitation to the after-dark gathering where communication, connection, and curiosity collide. One taste… and you may not want to leave. 

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(00:00:00) Welcome back to the studio, Brad & Brittany!

(00:02:24) Group play is our jam

(00:03:06) Group play challenges and nerves

(00:06:31) 18 people in one house for three days

(00:09:16) Conveying interest when and how

(00:11:50) It was my turn to be tied up

(00:15:05) Envy and communicating interest to your partner

(00:18:52) Initiating group play

(00:22:31) We turned into exhibitionists

(00:24:19) Our first ‘threesome’ 

(00:27:24) It was unexpected, new and exciting

(00:30:07) And now there were five

(00:33:47) Getting consent during play…verbal vs visual

(00:37:15) Group play in place of a four way connection

(00:38:08) Communication with your partner is key

(00:40:52) ‘Same’ party, different outcome…we were intentional

(00:43:29) Challenges with communicating interest to your partner

(00:44:39) Putting the right group of people together for play

(00:48:04) Taking time to reflect on play experiences and recuperate

(00:51:08) Some group play experiences get your motor running

(00:52:00) Parties coming up

(00:53:34) Taking care of your relationship is most important

(00:54:31) Looking forward to our next group play experience

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This week, the vampires turn down the lights and turn up the honesty. Zack and Josie welcome Stone and Selene, a couple who first stepped into the lifestyle so Selene could explore her attraction to women. What began as a soft spark of curiosity evolved into a full swap journey—complete with steamy firsts, emotional growth, and plenty of delicious self-discovery.

Stone opens up about his own inner work—navigating the envy and insecurity that came with watching Selene experience pleasure with another man. Their story isn’t about drama or broken trust; it’s about personal reflection, emotional courage, and a deeply supportive partnership. With Selene by his side, Stone learned how shifting beliefs can unlock new levels of connection and play.

From FF encounters to unforgettable threesomes (and that oh-so-important “who’s in the middle?” moment), this episode is a reminder that real growth can be just as sexy as the play itself.

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(00:00:00) Selene finally shared with Stone that she wanted to explore women

(00:04:11) Stone supported Selene in FF but didn’t think it included him

(00:05:57) Selene’s first FF experience

(00:09:02) Their first threesome

(00:12:17) With threesomes the question is who’s in the middle?

(00:14:08) Their favorite threesome position…it’ll make you hot!

(00:17:27) Bliss was their first lifestyle experience

(00:20:18) Selene’s mindset shift changed her experience

(00:23:14) Being a little naughty was her favorite thing

(00:25:20) The first time she had sex with a man other than Stone

(00:28:24) Selene had to work through her feelings

(00:31:18) A supportive spouse makes a huge difference

(00:34:02) He was handsome and he fucked her brains out

(00:36:28) It was fun but it was difficult to work through the feelings

(00:39:06) Stone had to stop the play session and that can be hard

(00:40:54) He had to go to work on himself

(00:42:50) He felt insecure and had a lot of feelings to work through

(00:44:19) Reframing experiences and changing core beliefs

(00:46:08) Selene was heartbroken watching Stone struggle

(00:48:28) Brad and Brittany helped them turn a corner in couples play

(00:50:44) Judgment around number of play partners

(00:53:14) Reconnection sex is the hottest sex

(00:54:39) These are normal feelings

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This week, Zack, Josie, Brad, and Brittany dive into the little turn-offs that can make a big difference in the lifestyle. From endless talkers who don’t know when to zip it, to naughty pics that miss the mark, to distracted dates and space-invading flirts, the hosts share their own pet peeves while weighing in on those shared by listeners. Playful, cheeky, and just a touch wicked, this episode proves that sometimes the sexiest sparks come from knowing what not to do.

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(00:00:00) We asked our listeners

(00:01:53) People who dominate the conversation

(00:07:10) Good listeners may be more responsive in play sessions

(00:08:21) Dick pics

(00:11:50 ) It’s a numbers game

(00:12:48) Naked Man - flashback to Episode 9 at 00:32:00

(00:15:47) Pussy pics

(00:16:15) Pics the ladies find sexy

(00:18:04) Ignoring DM’s, ghosting and communication etiquette

(00:23:39) Distracted dates

(00:25:54) Cock shock collars and pocket pussies

(00:26:19) Halitosis and smoking

(00:31:38) Interrupting closed conversations

(00:36:06) Lifestyle culture

(00:38:36) Posers

(00:39:30) Personal space

(00:40:43) Being too handsy or overly friendly

(00:43:12) Women may view interactions differently than men

(00:48:50) Difficulty talking about having sex with potential partners 

(00:52:14) Talking yourself out of a play session when you know too much

(00:55:02) Future podcast topic…join the conversation on Peaches’nCream

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This week, the vampires sink their teeth into something a little different. Zack and Josie cozy up with their irresistible friends Luke and Rickie—an erotica author with a wicked imagination and her equally adventurous partner—whom they first met under the sultry moonlight of Desire Riviera Maya. Together, they peel back the velvet curtain on their journey into the lifestyle, from sizzling first encounters to the thrills (and giggles) of bi-comfortable play.

No topic is off-limits as the conversation winds through pegging, prostate pleasure, DVP, and the deliciously complicated dance of desire when all four partners are fully in sync. Along the way, Luke and Rickie bare the truth about bisexuality, breaking down the double standards that paint men and women so differently, and revealing just how freeing it can be to embrace the unexpected.

Whether you’re curious about crossing boundaries or just love eavesdropping on sexy, candid stories, this episode offers both a bite of wisdom and a taste of naughtiness. Even if you’re not looking to go bi, you’ll find yourself enthralled—and maybe just a little tempted.

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(00:00:00) Introducing our guests, Luke and Rickie

(00:02:32) Erotica…a gateway to the lifestyle

(00:05:28) It all started with Vegas

(00:07:59) We were like scared children experiencing our first house party

(00:09:18) We went all in

(00:10:48) I’m a heterosexual man but enjoy the pleasure of another man

(00:14:07) The complexity and hypocrisy of bi men vs women

(00:17:56) How the bisexual conversation started

(00:20:07) I don’t want you to see me as less of a man

(00:22:47) The evolution of lifestyle desires

(00:26:32) Changing our beliefs is an evolution

(00:28:42) The MM fantasy is on women’s minds

(00:30:04) It’s only enjoyable for me if you also find it enjoyable

(00:32:57) Strap-ons, prostate orgasms and stigmas

(00:36:09) She has the hormones of a teenaged boy

(00:37:31) Helping inexperienced couples explore bisexuality

(00:40:05) Removing barriers to foursome play

(00:44:03) DVP took my orgasm to a level 10

(00:48:43) Fun foursomes; condoms and bisexual play

(00:52:41) Orgasms and controlling squirting 

(00:56:18) Putting less significance on the orgasm can make it easier to orgasm

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She referred to two books specifically in this episode. They are:

Perfect for Me and Stay for Me

Zack, Josie, Brad, and Brittany explore all the delicious perks of the lifestyle that go far beyond the playroom. From the intoxicating energy of a Bliss event to the thrill of dressing up and letting desire set the tone, these playful vampires share how swinging fuels confidence, deepens connection, and sparks sexual liberation. It’s proof that sometimes the sweetest bites are found in the moments between the sheets.

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(00:00:00) How most couples define success in the lifestyle

(00:01:46) Benefits from Bliss other than playing

(00:03:30) If you’re considering the lifestyle, this is for you

(00:07:00) You can be yourself

(00:08:01) There’s great energy

(00:08:40) There’s warm and comforting, yet also anxious energy

(00:09:25) The razor’s edge between anxiety and excitement

(00:10:51) Reframing and resetting expectations

(00:11:24) Anticipation instead of expectations

(00:11:44) A sexual atmosphere is important

(00:13:06) Bliss group play room 

(00:15:24) Bliss Dance ‘n Play

(00:18:17) Redefining success

(00:19:44) Zack enjoys voyeurism

(00:23:18) Josie is more comfortable watching porn than live action

(00:25:10) Scarlet Ranch group playroom

(00:27:29) Better and more fun vacations

(00:29:48) Giving up control and feeling youthful

(00:32:30) Dressing in theme and feeling sexy

(00:35:18) Comments are welcomed in the lifestyle

(00:38:15) If you like it try it, be who you want to be

(00:40:32) Pump up your volume!

(00:42:47) Increased confidence through self expression

(00:45:00) Fake it ‘til you make it

(00:48:06) Squeeze every benefit out of every event

(00:49:25) Exposure to new ideas or kinks

(00:53:35) Experiences, exploration, liberation, communication

(00:56:00) Deeper, more connected relationships

(00:57:32) The lifestyle community is very accepting

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In this episode, Zack, Josie, Brad, and Brittany break down why judgment isn’t always a dirty word—it’s simply part of deciding what (and who) makes you tingle. These playful vampires of the mic aren’t here to drain the fun—they’re teasing apart why “judgment-free” might be more fantasy than fact. From judging to being judged, they share stories of decisions (not damnations), kinks that don’t quite fit, and the delicate dance of acceptance versus attraction. Whether you’re an introvert, extrovert, or somewhere in between, this conversation proves that a little judgment can be just as sexy as it is honest.

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(00:00:00) Is the lifestyle really judgment free

(00:04:10) Judgment defined

(00:05:39) An example of judgment

(00:06:16) Why the topic of judgment came up(00:09:12) Digging on use of the word and why we use it

(00:11:06) Politics and other musings

(00:13:27) Not less judgmental just more accepting

(00:14:58) Salted Caramel Cookie and Swappertunity69

(00:16:08) Tell me more about that

(00:18:13) Replace ‘judgment’ with ‘decisions’

(00:19:54) Kinks and preferences that aren’t our own

(00:21:35) Kink vs lifestyle vs swingers

(00:24:02) Judgment and the feelings judgment creates

(00:28:14) Ways to handle feeling judged

(00:31:43) Being accepting doesn’t auto translate to fucking

(00:33:12) Introverts and extroverts experience the lifestyle differently

(00:38:05) Common perceptions of introverts vs extroverts

(00:41:36) A potential strategy for introverts

(00:42:37) Judgments we’ve each made

(00:49:57) Trust and transparency is valuable to us

(00:54:17) Share your opinions with us on Peaches’nCream

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INVITE CODE: 2PLUS2⁠

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