In this candid and surprising episode, Melissa is joined by guest host Kira and anonymous guests “George and Mildred” for a deep dive into their relationship story, how menopause and erectile dysfunction impacted their marriage, and how a journey into the swinging lifestyle ultimately strengthened communication, intimacy, and connection.
This conversation explores the real relationship work behind non-monogamy, including boundaries, ground rules, consent culture at clubs, the importance of emotional safety, and how past breaches of consent can shape future intimacy.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode
- How they met (army posting, friendship-first, and a hilariously blunt pickup line)
- Menopause, libido changes, and the ripple effects inside a long-term relationship
- What ED did to confidence, connection, and communication — and why many men withdraw silently
- Their first visit to Restorative Health Clinic, and the moment treatment helped restore intimacy
- The relationship rupture: online searching for connection, betrayal, and rebuilding trust
- The turning point: honest conversations that revealed the issue wasn’t “just sex” — it was the relationship
- How and why, they entered swinging (slowly), why it wasn’t instant confidence, and what helped
- Attraction, compatibility, and why “the whole package” matters more than perfection
- Sexual identity and exploration (bisexuality, comfort, and removing shame)
- The “unicorn” dynamic: what it means, how it works, and why friendship matters as much as sex
- Clubs explained for beginners:
- what swinging clubs are like
- how different venues have different vibes (more social vs more kink-friendly)
- The Dom/Sub dynamic: how it developed, how they practised safely, and why education matters
- Consent and confidentiality: what “yes” must look like, and why assumptions can be harmful
- A powerful consent story: what happens when boundaries are crossed, and how recovery can take time
- Jealousy (teased at the end): acknowledging it exists and setting up the next part of the conversation
Key Takeaways
- ED and libido changes don’t just affect sex — they affect identity, confidence, and emotional connection
- Silence and embarrassment can create distance in long-term relationships
- Non-monogamy isn’t a “quick fix” — it often requires more communication, not less
- Healthy swinging relies on boundaries, consent, and emotional safety
- Consent isn’t a one-time checkbox — it’s ongoing, clear, and must be re-established
- Intimacy can be rebuilt, but breaches of trust (or consent) can take months to heal
Listener Note
This episode includes frank discussion of sex, non-monogamy, and consent experiences. Please listen with care.
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