Open
Swinging and polyamory are two types of open relationships, but there are so many more ways to explore being open! Whether you call it Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) or Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM), being in an open relationship can present different challenges for all the partners involved. Discover how to go from monogamy to an open relationship, how to talk to your partner about swinging and open relationships, what the swinging lifestyle and open lifestyles are really like, and much more. Whether you're a newbie to open relationships or a veteran ethical non-monogamist, you'll find resources to guide you.
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Talk Before You Touch: Communication that Makes Play Hotter
In the lifestyle, communication isn’t just about words; it’s about connection, trust, and keeping everyone on the same page.
Hotwife Glory Hole Experience & 3 New Swingers Clubs in 3 Weeks
Cate attends X Club Toronto solo and gets into some glory hole fun, plus Cate and Darrell take to the skies and visit three new swingers clubs in three weeks!
Cap d’Agde: A UK Swingers Experience
Is Cap d’Agde the ultimate swingers paradise... or an overhyped nudist town with overpriced rosé and questionable club decor?
From Mild to Wild: Caliente’s Spicy Lifestyle
The bare truth about one of the world’s hottest clothing-optional destinations.
How to Flirt in the Swinging Lifestyle (Without Being Awkward)
Diving into the art of flirtation in a world that thrives on presence, discretion, and desire.
Are Vanillas a Swingers Lifestyle Epidemic?
Cate & Darrell unpack their hot takes on dirty vanillas in the swinging lifestyle
Cap d'Agde Desires, What’s in the Box, and How to Small Talk
Do you talk about your desires before going to a swingers club or swingers event? In this episode, Cate and Darrell share what they hope for at Cap d'Agde, a swingers mecca in France.
STI Testing for Swingers: Why “Safer Sex” Beats “Safe Sex”
Is oral sex “low risk”? How long should you wait to test after a hotel takeover or cruise? And what’s the real deal with HSV and HPV in the lifestyle? We brought receipts — and two experts.
Cuckolding for Beginners: How Couples Explore Cucking Safely
A grounded starting point for couples ready to turn the fantasy into something real.
Are DTF Couples Just More Fun?
Have you heard people refer to couples who are DTF as giving the ick?! Cate and Darrell break down DTF couples and ask the serious question — are they more fun?!
Having Sex in a Maze, Swingers Cafe + KamaSutrA Beurs
A sex-positive convention with a maze where couples can have sex?! KamaSutrA is a convention in the Netherlands that SDC sponsors, and Cate and Darrell (our resident Aussie sluts) attend and have sex in a maze!!
Swinger Event Hosting Isn’t for the Weak
Is event hosting really worth it? What about the ick factors and drama couples? In this episode, Cate, Mickey, and Mallory peel back the layers and go behind the scenes to spill the tea!
The Checkmate Manhattan Experience: Beyond The Velvet Ropes
One lucky couple gives their firsthand account of a night at one of New York City’s most exclusive swingers’ clubs that was so amazing, they sought a repeat performance the following night.
What to Expect on Your First Swingers Date
From first drinks to first touches; discover what really happens when curiosity gives way to connection.