Life on the Swingset - The Swinging & Polyamory Podcast
430 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 353 ratingsLife on the Swingset is a podcast and website about swinging, polyamory, and open relationships from the trenches. Through debates, interviews, and sexy discussions, The Swingset Crew tackles sex, relationships, and their accompanying accoutrements, and what it means to be open sexually in a world that’s often closed.
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Episodes
SS 028: Sexual Erotic Nutrition and Sex At Dawn – An Interview With Christopher Ryan (Part 2)
January 21, 2011 00:01 - 43 minutes - 20 MBIn Ep 28, the Swingset's interview with Christopher Ryan, author of the bestselling book Sex At Dawn which challenges the idea that monogamy is natural and ingrained in human beings, continues. We discuss whether or not there's hope for America's dawning sexuality, tours, future books, swinger parties and more.
SS 027: Bonobo Porn and Sex at Dawn – An Interview With Christopher Ryan (Part 1)
January 13, 2011 14:55 - 45 minutes - 21.1 MBOn Ep 27, the Swingset interviews Christopher Ryan, author of the bestselling book Sex At Dawn which challenges the idea that monogamy is natural and ingrained in human beings. We discuss bonobos, a species that sexually is far more similar to us than chimpanzees, and the very porn-like videos of this species enjoying themselves. We postulate that the matriarchal societies described in Sex At Dawn are very reflective of the swinging and polyamorous lifestyles
SS 026: Auld Lang Syne – An Orgy, A Game, An Epiphany, & A Ritual
December 30, 2010 20:10 - 58 minutes - 26.7 MBEpisode 26 is a time of reflection for us as The Swingset celebrates the end of its first year of existence. We discuss what we've learned along the way, talk about the orgy Cooper and Marilyn threw for Ginger and the Professor where the crew beta tested a new game from Great Sex Games, Dylan discusses his swinger epiphanies, Shira shares a New Years Eve ritual, and we enjoy each other's company thoroughly. Join us for the last show of 2010!
SS 025: Where Do They Get Those Wonderful Sex Toys? – Part 2
December 16, 2010 12:01 - 46 minutes - 21.2 MBThe Swingset crew discuss their favorite sex toys of the year and the most unusual sex toys they've ever used in our Holiday Buying Guide podcast
SS 024: Where Do They Get Those Wonderful Sex Toys – Part 1
December 10, 2010 00:01 - 1 hour - 28.3 MBThe Swingset crew discuss their first sex toys and experiences and talk about their favorite sex toys of the year in our Holiday Buying Guide podcast
SS 023: Coming Out With Kendra Holliday
November 24, 2010 00:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBIn Life on the Swingset, The Podcast: Ep 23, we spend a long evening with our friend Kendra Holliday, who on National Coming Out day, revealed her identity to the world on her website The Beautiful Kind. Over the course of an hour and a half, we talk with Kendra about the time since she came out to the world, the difficulties she's had with her community and her ex husband, and how it feels to be a source of sex positive information in a difficult world. We then move beyond to our own feelin...
SS 022: Bisexuality and You – Part 2
November 19, 2010 00:01 - 43 minutes - 20.1 MBIn Ep 22, we wrap up our big discussion about male and female bisexuality, crossing our way into pansexuality and omnisexuality and everything in between. We discuss the journey of the bisexual male, the evolution of acceptance (and hotness) of the bisexual female, the stereotypes and biases against both and the growing need for non-monogamy
SS 021: Bisexuality and You – Part 1
November 12, 2010 16:45 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MBIn Life on the Swingset, The Podcast, Ep 21, we begin the big discussion about male and female bisexuality, crossing our way into pansexuality and omnisexuality and everything in between. We discuss the journey of the bisexual male, the evolution of acceptance (and hotness) of the bisexual female, the stereotypes and biases against both and the growing need for non-monogamy to be its own subclass
SS 020: The Sexual Costumes and Masks We Wear
October 30, 2010 00:01 - 59 minutes - 27.2 MBIn Ep 20, we talk about how, even in open relationships, even as sex positive people, we often hide our true interests, feelings, ideas from playmates and our partner. We discuss why this might be as well as talk about moving beyond it. We also talk about fetishes and role playing. On this show: Cooper,
SS 019: Anal Sex & Double Penetration for the Non-Monogamous
October 16, 2010 00:01 - 56 minutes - 26.1 MBIn Ep 19, we talk about anal sex and its place in non-monogamy, how it's often tokenized for significant other play only, the wonders and joys of double penetration, pegging, and male bisexuality. On this show: Cooper, Ginger, Dylan, Shira B.Katz, & Kendra Holliday (Formerly TBK) Show notes: Buy the Nexus Maximus, our favorite dual
SS 018: Blurring the Lines Between Polyamory and Swinging – Non Monogamy Cums Together
October 04, 2010 11:30 - 55 minutes - 25.3 MBIn Ep 18, we invite two new friends onto the swingset for our discussion of the blurred line between polyamory and swinging. In this discussion we attempt to define the two terms and then break down our own definitions, we expand further with how we relate to friends and lovers. On this show: Cooper, Ginger,
SS 017: Guys Have Penises, Girls Have Vaginas IV: The Final Chapter
September 23, 2010 23:47 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MBIn Ep 17, we bring it around with an all guys show for the final installment of our four part Lost Weekendesque bender, separating the girls and the guys and running them through a gauntlet of questions about swinging. For this episode, the guys, led by Cooper, answer questions put to them by the girls. Up for
SS 016: Guys Have Penises, Girls Have Vaginas III
September 18, 2010 11:08 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBIn Ep 16, we switch things up with an all girls show for the back half of our four part Lost Weekendesque bender, separating the girls and the guys and running them through a gauntlet of questions about swinging. For this episode, the girls, led by Ginger, answer questions put to them by the guys. Up for
SS 015: Guys Have Penises, Girls Have Vaginas II
September 11, 2010 11:19 - 52 minutes - 24 MBIn Ep 15, we continue our four part Lost Weekendesque bender, separating the girls and the guys and running them through a gauntlet of questions about swinging. In the first two parts, the girls and guys answer the same questions and we jump back and forth between them. Up for discussion in this episode: "What are
SS 014: Guys Have Penises, Girls Have Vaginas I
September 04, 2010 16:50 - 52 minutes - 24.1 MBIn Ep 14, we begin our four part Lost Weekendesque bender, separating the girls and the guys and running them through a gauntlet of questions about swinging. In the first two parts, the girls and guys answer the same questions and we jump back and forth between them. Up for discussion in this episode: "When
SS 013: Threesomes, Foursomes, & Moresomes – Number Dynamics
August 22, 2010 21:38 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MBIn Ep 13, we discuss number dynamics in swing environments, from threesomes, to foursomes, to orgies. Sasha extols the virtues of odd numbers and the big pile, and Dylan discusses the house he wants to buy in a swinger friendly neighborhood, his greed knows no bounds, wanting a 10 seater hot tub. On this show: Cooper, Sasha,
SS 012: Under Pressure – Erectile Dysfunction and Performance Pressure For Swingers
August 15, 2010 10:54 - 43 minutes - 20 MBIn Ep 12 we talk about pressure, and how pressuring encounters can be as swingers. The first half of our show focuses primarily on male pressure to perform and erectile dysfunction, in the back half we talk about pressure to move beyond your comfort zone, pressure to not use protection and many other things, and
SS 011: Bediquette – In Bed With Swingers
August 01, 2010 18:20 - 52 minutes - 24.3 MBIn Ep 11, we discuss the ins and outs of bediquette when it comes to bringing other sexy folk into your bedroom for playtime. We also introduce the newest member of the Swingset family, Ginger!
SS Special – Sex Is Fun Interviews The Swingset
July 24, 2010 17:00 - 1 hour - 27.5 MBSex Is Fun, the best sex podcast out there, interviews Dylan and Cooper to discuss swinging in a very enjoyable interview. Check it out!
SS 010: It’s Naked Time with a Live Nude Cast
July 18, 2010 23:15 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MBIn Episode 10 of Life on the Swingset the cast is naked! Not that it matters, because you can't see them. But just think of their sexy naked bodies....This episode is about being naked and all that goes with it, the nervousness and fun, the excitement and panic, the boys say that any size boobs are great, and Sasha bucks the trend and says size does matter with penises
SS 009: Ins and Outs of Swinger Parties
July 04, 2010 15:03 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MBIn Episode 9 of Life on the Swingset, we discuss attending a swinger party, Kylie admits her nervousness about them and asks questions, and Sasha proves herself to be a swing party guru and gives her hostessing tips. There's strapon play, stadium seating and more in this episode. On this show: Cooper, Sasha, Dylan, &
SS 008: Looking For Fun & Friends on Swinger Websites
June 21, 2010 00:01 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBIn Episode 8 of Life on the Swingset, we discuss three major swinger dating websites, Adult Friend Finder, Swing Lifestyle, and our personal favorite, and Lifestyle Lounge. We discuss how to decide which site is right for you (despite being biased), how to build a profile, start your search, add pictures and have a great time with online swinger dating. Cooper also talks about using amazon.com to buy condoms
SS 007: Swinging Couples, Taking One For The Team, & Erectile Dysfunction
June 07, 2010 00:01 - 36 minutes - 16.9 MBIn Episode 7, we discuss the difficulties inherent in finding a four way connection between two couples, how taking one for the team and playing with someone you're not interested in can do more harm than good, and going on solo dates. Cooper also discusses a magical pill he took at his birthday party. On
SS 006: Those Are The Rules – Defining Your Rules as Swingers
May 24, 2010 00:01 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MBIn Episode 6, the team discusses the importance of having rules in the swinging lifestyle, what's allowed and what isn't, what needs to be discussed beforehand and what doesn't. We also talk about what to do when rules are broken, and how to decide you need new rules or have outgrown the old. On this
SS 005: Soft Swap VS Full Swap
May 10, 2010 00:33 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MBIn Episode 5, we talk about the two major terms in the swinging community, soft swap (play but no intercourse with the opposite partner) or full (everybody gets laid) and discuss the complexities in defining each, and the pros and cons. Sasha also talks about her new website: pleasure-parties.com On this show: Cooper, Sasha, Dylan, &
SS 004: Compersion VS Jealousy – Swingers Deal With Jealousy
April 29, 2010 09:19 - 36 minutes - 15.9 MBIn Episode 4, we discuss compersion, the term that finds you experiencing pleasure because your partner is experiencing pleasure, versus jealousy, a term we all know. The Swingset gang discusses how to overcome jealousy in many situations, all striving for that nirvana called compersion
SS 003: Sad State of Affairs – Swinging in America
April 14, 2010 02:47 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBIn episode 3 we discuss the sad state of affairs American conciousness is at regarding sexuality, from the RNC's new lesbian-bondage-strippergate, to sex ed, to the pros and cons of staying in the closet as swingers, to sex toys, and the fact that everybody's really just jealous.
SS 002: Birds of a Feather – Finding Other Swingers
March 18, 2010 12:08 - 44 minutes - 20.6 MBIn our second episode, we continue our logistics of getting into the lifestyle with a look at finding friends and admitting to them and yourself that you want to...well...have sex with them. We discuss first dates, where to go and most importantly how to be safe when opening yourself up
SS 001: Dipping a Toe In – How To Start Swinging
March 04, 2010 03:54 - 46 minutes - 19.3 MBIn our first podcast we discuss the very beginnings of what to do when you think you may want to have an open relationship. We talk in detail about dealing with that idea yourself and deciding if opening up is right for you. We also deal with the first stages of discussing this with your
SS 000: Swinging For Dummies I – Realizing You’re Non-Monogamous
March 01, 2010 18:00 - 1 hour - 31.4 MBRealizing that our first episode doesn't deal with the first thoughts about non-monogamy nearly as well as episode 59, released two years later, we thought we'd rejigger the episodes up and add a Swingset Zero episode. On this episode we talk about the moment when we realized we were non-monogamous and how we dealt with that paradigm shift, how it impacted our perception of ourselves, and where we take that. We talk about cheating and deception while trying to be monogamous. We discuss the i...