Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly

Episode 57 show notes Content Warning: This episode discusses the horrors of war, systemic racism, and trauma. Please use discretion while listening. In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, M and G dive deep into 86, a mecha anime that explores war, systemic racism, and the human spirit in a dystopian society. G shares why this anime ranks as one of their recent favorites (and why it is their "sad mecha anime"), and M reflects on what makes 86 so compelling with respect to its heavy themes. G and M tackle philosophical questions: What does it mean to challenge systemic injustices? How does trauma shape communities under duress? And what lessons can we draw from science fiction to confront our present-day challenges? Key topics include: What is 86?: A breakdown of the anime's premise, including the Republic of San Magnolia, the marginalized "86," and the robotic enemy Legion. The Role of War and Racism: How 86 uses science fiction to critique systemic racism, societal complicity, and the trauma of war. Character Analysis: Discussions about Major Vladilena "Lena" Milizé's savior complex and growth, and Shin "Undertaker" Nouzen's immense burden as the leader of Spearhead Squadron. Ethics of Autonomous Weapons: Timely reflections on the implications of AI and remotely controlled weapons in real-world warfare. Sources and Mentions from the Episode: 86 (anime adaptation) produced by A-1 Pictures, based on the light novel series by Asato Asato. YouTube review: Mother's Basement's Review of 86 (https://youtu.be/O8P0P8mY0CI?si=On2T7qy267P2lJh-) We have a Discord! Want to join? Apply here: https://forms.gle/CrzvqsjJxDSSKvui9 Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Tumblr: http://www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 56 Show Notes Content warning: This episode contains hypnotic language and references. Please use caution in listening. In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly (KNP) podcast, M and G discuss the intricacies and wonders of hypnosis play and its applications within the kink community. With emphasis on hypnotic techniques and its magical elements, the hosts explore definitions, precautions, and ethical considerations surrounding hypnosis. They delve into how hypnosis alters brain activity, enhancing suggestibility and creating altered perceptions. The episode covers the flow of a hypnotic scene, popular media depictions like 'The Jungle Book' and 'Dollhouse,' and the broad possibilities of hypnosis, from sexual therapy to complex role-playing fantasies. Sources from the episode: Sexual therapy hypnosis article - https://www.healthline.com/health/healthy-sex/sexual-hypnosis Journal article on neuroscience of hypnosis - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3528837/ We have a Discord! Want to join? Apply here: https://forms.gle/CrzvqsjJxDSSKvui9 Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Tumblr: http://www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. This episode was titled by beta listener 'K'. Thanks, K! Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 55: Polyamorous Comets Show Notes In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly (KNP) podcast, G and M explore the fascinating dynamics of comet relationships in polyamory. They offer a broad definition of what a comet partner is while recognizing that if you ask five polyamorous people what a comet is, you'll get ten different answers. Through personal experiences and insights, the KNP co-hosts discuss how these sporadic yet intense connections work. Highlights include an amusing description of having "a lot of comets in the sky" and the metaphor of planets watching comets pass by. Listeners will enjoy the blend of humor and heartfelt discussion as G and M navigate the complexities and joys of comet relationships. Quote from the episode and source: “A person that passes through your life repeatedly who is intense and awesome, and when gone you are still in contact with that person in some way, but they are not a continuous partner.” - Love Uncommon (https://loveuncommon.com/2019/06/13/comet/) Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Tumblr: http://www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 54: My Hero Academia show notes On this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, G & M delve into My Hero Academia, exploring its plot, characters, and societal themes. They discuss the protagonist Midoriya's journey, the significance of quirks, and the complex dynamics between heroes and villains. G & M also share their favorite characters and reflect on the show's deeper messages about power and society. Tune in for an engaging conversation on one of anime's most beloved series. Website: knppodcast.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Tumblr: http://www.knppodcast.tumblr.com This episode was edited by Vic. The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 53: Kink & Disability Notes Today on the KNP podcast, we are going to be talking about how to navigate kink with various disabilities and elaborate on concepts such as RACK, applied to disability, and Crip Time. However, we have to give a super warning and disclaimer: neither G nor I are medical professionals and anything in this episode should be approached individually and if engaging in risky activities that may impact your personal health and safety, we recommend consulting a medical professional.  Resources from the episode: Bondage safety tips:https://adulttoymegastore.com/heat/sex-tips/2022/04/01/bondage-safety-tips-for-disabled-people/ Guide to bondage for disabled people: https://getmegiddy.com/disability-and-sex/week-3 Crip time: https://www.accessibility.com/blog/what-is-crip-time Disability, kink and feeling empowered: https://www.abc.net.au/everyday/as-disabled-person-kink-feels-empowering-subversive-theraputic/102367100 Using kink to contextualize chronic pain: https://dsq-sds.org/index.php/dsq/article/view/6353/5250 Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Tumblr: http://www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 52: Loki CONTENT NOTE: This episode has a brief mention of domestic violence around 20:00. Domestic Violence resources: https://www.thehotline.org/ - U.S. national domestic violence hotline and chat https://www.domesticshelters.org/resources/national-global-organizations/international-organizations - international domestic violence resources Summary of the episode: Spoilers for Season 1 and 2 of Loki Your hosts of KNP, G & M, talk about the series Loki, a Marvel TV show that is on Disney+. They discuss their opinions of the show and analyze the show's queer potential. Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Tumblr: http://www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode Notes M & G host special guest Stefani Goerlich to talk about her book With Sprinkles on Top, a book geared towards vanilla folks who have kinky partners and how to make those relationships work. It also offers insight for anyone, vanilla or kinky, on how to explore their secret desires. This wonderfully written book covers both informational and relational aspects of kink which are bound to teach even the seasoned kinkster something new. Stefani Goerlich, PhD, LMSW-Clinical, LISW, LCSW, CST, is a certified sex therapist and master social worker who specializes in working with gender, sexuality, and relationships. She is a sought-after clinical supervisor, media consultant, and conference presenter who has appeared in media ranging from CNN and the Washington Post to Cosmopolitan and Teen Vogue. She is the award-winning author of the professional books The Leather Couch and Kink-Affirming Practice. Links to buy the book: ST:  https://www.soundstrue.com/products/with-sprinkles-on-top Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Sprinkles-Top-Everything-Partners-Communicate/dp/1649630344 Links to the free worksheets discussed in the book: https://www.stefanigoerlich.com/with-sprinkles-on-top-worksheets.html#/ Twitter: @knppodcast Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Tumblr: http://www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 50 show notes In this episode, M & G talk about how our distant relationships in our polyamorous "web" can affect us in constructive and destructive ways. They start by focusing on the beauty to be found in having metamours and metamours of metamours and then transition to discussing some of the difficulties that can arise even when you are far removed from tricky situations. Twitter: @knppodcast Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Tumblr: http://www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 49 show notes In this episode, G & M will be discussing what makes a good sidekick or companion and who each of their top favorite sidekicks are. Sidekick here encompasses regular protagonist sidekicks, hero sidekicks, villain sidekicks (aka henchmen!), companions, any kind of sidekicks… we love ‘em all. They support the mains and we love 'em. small notes/warnings: we briefly discuss character growth around My Hero Academia characters, we discuss various characters from different fandoms and do not intend to spoil anything in specific, and finally, we briefly touch on D/s dynamics at the end of the episode in a non-explicit way Articles mentioned in the podcast: https://diymfa.com/writing/seven-tips-unique-sidekick-character/ https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/Sidekick Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 48: Kink on a Budget In this episode, G & M talk about the current economic barriers to kink, how to DIY kinky toys and materials, and how to find kinky implements on the cheap! Listen in to hear M recount how they made their very first flogger, Ms. Pansy. Resources from the episode: Article by Stefani Goerlich LMSW:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/bound-together/202105/keeping-kink-affordable How to make your own PVC flogger in 15 minutes! https://www.autostraddle.com/how-to-make-your-own-flogger-in-about-15-minutes-291709/ YouTube video example of how to make fire wands : https://youtu.be/knyUctvxeoA Kitchen Kink article: https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/hot-kitchen-sex-guide Twitter: @knppodcast Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Tumblr: http://www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 47: Design for Living (1933) This episode is a little different from normal. In this episode, G & M live react to the 1933 movie Design for Living, a "polyamorous" movie... or is it? This movie was released just one year before the Hays code (which you can learn more about during this episode too!). *Due to the nature of the recording, since we were live reacting, please forgive the audio quality! * Wikipedia article on Design for Living (1933) film: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Design_for_Living_(film) Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast Twitter: @knppodcast Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Tumblr: http://www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 46: Song of the Lioness Quartet "Without reading. We are all without light in the dark without fire in the cold." -Tamora Pierce. SPOILER WARNING FOR THIS WHOLE EPISODE: We will be discussing events in the Song of the Lioness Quartet series. On this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, hosts G & M talk about the Song of the Lioness Quartet by Tamora Pierce. This is one of G's favorites and their pick for the KNP Nerdy topic so they will be sharing all about their passion for this book series. They will give an overview of the book, talk about themes in the book, and nerd out about fiction that impacted them in their formative years.  Link to article on sex positivity in Tamora Pierce's novels: https://www.tor.com/2018/11/14/revisiting-tamora-pierces-tortall-as-the-mother-of-a-daughter/ Link to Tamora Pierce's tweet: https://twitter.com/TamoraPierce/status/1202294877213450240?s=20&t=m2F-77UyKP3hhKfNjUGQEA Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast Twitter: @knppodcast Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode Notes Goosebumps, shivers, and zaps... We're not talking about Halloween... we're talking about sensation play! In this episode of the KNP Podcast, M & G nerd out about what a sensation even is, delve into some types of sensation play (including but not limited to temperature play, fireplay, violet wand, and wax play), and discuss the intersections between neurodivergence (e.g. ADHD and autism) and engaging in sensory play. Neuroscience, Second Edition: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK10799/ Article on intersection between ADHD, Autism, & BDSM (with subsection on sensation play that we quote in the episode): https://aspecc.ca/blog/kink-bdsm-and-autism-adhd/ Support us! Support our podcast by contributing to our tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast Link to the visual caption version of this episode: https://youtu.be/U57M-XZTtW8 Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 44: Coming Out as Polyamorous In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, M & G talk about coming out as polyamorous. They discuss generally what the process of coming out is (it's not limited to gender, sexuality, and relationships), tips for coming out, potential reactions, and finally, they discuss their own personal experiences. They also talk about the infamously fake mid-Atlantic accent. Reasons to come out as polyamorous: https://medium.com/polyamory-today/being-open-about-being-open-coming-out-as-polyamorous-33dbf2c799ed The "worst-case" scenario visualization: https://youtu.be/Xqxfga66a18 Visual caption video of this episode: https://youtu.be/d7dmnlyNWPw Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

YouTube Videos & Other Announcements Full Transcript Visual Caption Videos available now on our YouTube channel! (work in progress): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCshF0THnbareKCybwIGoCtg  Kink+ Discord Community application (link): https://forms.gle/uJVY76gnPJPgfouu6 Elevated Access supports gender affirming and abortion care access, learn more: www.elevatedaccess.org Please consider tipping us! Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 43 - Fanfiction: History, Purpose, and Liberation In this episode of the Kinky, Nerdy, Poly podcast, M & G first discuss the history of fanfiction delving all the way back to Roman times, to its mid 1900s implementation in the form of the "fanzine", finally bringing us to the Hugo Award winning online platform, Archive of Our Own (AO3). They discuss various purposes of fanfiction including for self and community liberation, and you know, just "getting off". To conclude, they talk about their own experiences writing and reading fanfiction - the good, the bad, and the depressing "dead" fic. Not Just Lustful Literature: Self-Liberation through Fanfiction: https://rhetorikos.blog.fordham.edu/?p=1712 The Ring of Soshorn in the Alien Brothers issue on the Internet Archive: https://archive.org/details/alien-brothers/ AO3 won a Hugo award in 2019: https://tinyurl.com/bdhuhufx Disability in Fanfiction: https://tinyurl.com/4jct5v2s Why Write Fanfiction: https://thenovelsmithy.com/why-write-fanfiction/ Fanfiction to Support Struggling Writers: https://tinyurl.com/mryyfjy9 Transcendent Humanity by Solaris242: https://tinyurl.com/4e5cdjwr Indefensible by zombologue: https://tinyurl.com/2jkx997u Pokemon XY fic by jonphaedrus: https://tinyurl.com/4k9exvw4 Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 42: What, What in the Butt? Let's talk about about the butt! In this episode M & L will be talking about anal sex including tips for how to get started with anal play, their own personal experiences with anal play, and if the ass is self-lubricating. Silicone Sex Toys and Silicone Lube: https://bit.ly/3v9yohm Anal Play by Sexplanations: https://youtu.be/Sp9MT1di9as Ass Juice Part 3: https://bit.ly/3zp3i7Q Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 41: Polyamorous Representation in Video Games In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast your fabulous hosts will be talking about the good, the bad, and the puzzling of polyamorous representation in video games. The discussion ranges from triads in Tartarus, the caste system of a puzzle planet, to where M & G had their first date. Spoiler Discussion Timestamps Discussion of Hades - 8:04 to 15:51 Discussion of Boyfriend Dungeon - 16:05 to 32:26 Discussion of Fallout 4 - 32:50 to 35:30 Discussion of Fallen London - 35:37 to 38:36 Discussion of Tiny Tina's Wonderlands - 38:40 to 41:34 Discussion of Persona 5 - 44:58 48:05 Discussion of Pixel Puzzle Makeout League - 48:08 to 56:50 Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 40: Separating Art from the Artists In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcasts, your artisan hosts M & G talk about separating the art from the artist. They discuss the academic origins of Death of the Author, the more colloquial use of Death of the Author, and give examples of how they feel about different artists and their art. Link to Gizmodo article on queer books: https://bit.ly/3Lytosg Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir: https://amzn.to/3qP6jtu Dreadnought by April Daniels: https://amzn.to/36EzEA9 Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 39: Spiritual and Existential Kink CW: There is a discussion of hook suspension between 35:55 and 37:29. In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly podcast your hosts M & G will talk about how kink can intertwine with your spiritual and everyday life. If you want to learn more about inherently kinky spiritual practices, how to turn your everyday commute into humiliation play, or what is orgasmic meditation then listen to this episode. Existential Kink by Carolyn Eliott: https://amzn.to/3GkZGEc Spirit of Desire by Lee Harrington: https://amzn.to/32Vb3oC Sacred Kink by Lee Harrington: https://amzn.to/3sjkxmg Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 38: Polycule Shenanigans In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, M & G talk about Polycule Shenanigans! They talk about the events that they have gone to and organized with their polycule, including movie nights, polyamsgiving (basically Friendsgiving but harder to say), vacations, and Renaissance festivals. They also talk about activities other polycules have done, like go on a cruise together, work on a community garden, and coast to coast road trips. Learn about the potential upsides and downsides to spending time with partners, metamours and fifth removed metamours.  As a bonus, you'll hear the only time M is better at geography than G.  Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 37: Dick Fight Island Show Notes Dick. Fight. island. Need we say more? Of course we do, in this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly podcast M & G talk about the number 1 rated action and romance manga, Dick Fight Island by Reibun Ike. In this episode they will talk about the story, characters, and surprisingly wholesome quality of the story. As well as who are some of their favorite couples. Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 36: Kink Events and Socialization Notes What kind of kink events are there? Have either M or G been to a house party? Did anyone actually call this past summer "hot vax summer"? You can learn about all these things and more when you listen to this latest episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast. Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 35 Show Notes Content note: the beginning of the episode features discussion about trans masculine top surgery; this discussion goes from 1:11 to 5:49. Additionally, this episode talks about traumatic experiences. This episode does not provide therapeutic or medical advice and should not be taken as such.  In a not-so-light-and-breezy episode, G and M deep dive into trauma-informed polyamory. They discuss attachment theory, emotional based approaches to polyamory, and resources for curious listeners. Among the resources is the book "Polysecure"  by Jessica Fern, a relatively new book that is rapidly becoming the "gold standard" of trauma-informed approaches to polyamory. Links to resources mention in the show. Trauma Informed Care: https://bit.ly/3isdggv The Ethical Slut: https://bit.ly/2VkTwCL Polysecure: https://bit.ly/37rkMSp Polyamory and PTSD: https://bit.ly/3rUCreF Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Storytime with M: Recompense An Ace Attorney Fanfiction Content note: Dominant Miles Edgeworth, submissive Simon Blackquill, Dominant Athena Cykes, flogging, masturbation, slight degradation, demisexual Miles Edgeworth Story by sabinelagrande on AO3: https://archiveofourown.org/works/19048333?view_adult=true Stay tuned for Trauma Informed Polyamory next month Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 34 Show Notes Content Note: Co-host M is intoxicated during this episode and mentions being high. In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly podcast M & G talk about the show gen:LOCK. They discuss various themes in the show such as identity, gender, tranhumanism, and which character they would like to date or be kinky with. Link to Austin Chronicle talking about building diversity in the show: https://bit.ly/33HlxEV Link to the Variety talking about diversifying the writer's room: https://bit.ly/3odgmWT Link to Representative Character's tumblr about Val/Valentine: https://bit.ly/3odDQLz Link to Syfy talking about the history of the show: https://bit.ly/3w5Fgu4 Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 33 Show Notes Asexuality... what is it and how can it be compatible with kink? In this episode, M & G discuss what asexuality is, different parts of the asexual spectrum and how asexual people can and do enjoy engaging in kinky practices. They also talk about various types of attraction and what the kinky equivalent of "sexting" is: BDSMSing. For more resources on asexuality, go to asexuality.org: https://bit.ly/39Afqp8 Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Marked for Evil Show Notes Content note: hypnosis, mind control, rough body play, knife play, top Shinsou Hitoshi, villain Shinsou Hitoshi, aged up characters, bottom listener, and role play. Welcome to the first story time with M! For this first story, M reads an original My Hero Academia fanfiction, written and posted by him on Archive of Our Own. In this story, the listener (or reader) is role-playing a cop who investigates Shinsou who is role-playing a villain. An interrogation scene unfolds. Hope all the KNP audience folx enjoy this! Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 32 Show Notes In this special episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly (KNP) Podcast, we welcome our very first guest, K! We talk about what it is like to be polyamorous in the military, the military as a demanding Dominant partner, and conceptualizing your career (no matter what it is) as another part of relationships.     Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 31 Show Notes For this episode, we go pretty vanilla and make our way into the "mundane" - simply, we discuss learning new skills. One unique aspect of this episode is touching on how we, as folks with mental illness, have explored our interests and broadened our abilities. We discuss both creative and practical skills we have been developing over the course of this past year, somewhat prompted by quarantine. While there isn't a lot of kinky or polyamory talk, this episode balances personal experiences with tangible advice. Listen and let us know - what new skills are you learning lately?  Links to article from NHS: https://bit.ly/2ZeL8Tj & https://bit.ly/374oK3z Link to article about mental health and continuing education: https://bit.ly/2MNlanD Link to Khan Academy: https://bit.ly/3tRYKC2 Link to Crash Course: https://bit.ly/3a9JbxN Link to Discord application: https://bit.ly/3pOn311  Twitter: @knppodcast  Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com  Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com  Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode Notes This month's episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast will be delayed until 12 Feb 2021 Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

The Dom Will See You Now ASMR Shownotes Content note: praise, submission, ownership, gentle suggestions for relaxation, wholesome kink, caretaking, blindfold, slapping This is a short kinky "ASMR" which is mostly just a kinky audio with some ASMR-esque elements. You are the s-type and the speaker is your Dominant. You can imagine them as any gender. Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 30: Sadism and Masochism Show Notes In this episode of the KNP Podcast, M & G discuss and deconstruct the typical definitions and conceptions of sadism and masochism (hint: it's not just sexual). They also talk about various types of sadism and masochism (emotional, physical, etc), their own journeys of accepting their sadistic and/or masochistic selves, and what their favorite implement for inflicting pain is. Content warning: this episode contains discussion of different S&M activities which can be triggering or disturbing (e.g. tickling and needle play). The discussion of tickling and needles starts at 41:20 and ends at 43:20. Link to the dissertation on "Useful Dangers": http://bitly.ws/b3My Link to the article on brats in BDSM: http://bitly.ws/b3MB Link to the article on processing your sadistic side: http://bitly.ws/b3MH Link to the article on embracing your masochistic side: http://bitly.ws/b3MN Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

New Discord Ad Shownotes There is a new fan made Discord. If you'd like to join a fun discord that is kink & polyamorous friendly you can use the link below to access the application. https://bit.ly/3pOn311 Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 29: Breakups and Makeups in Polyamory In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, your hosts M & G will talk about breaking up and making up in polyamorous relationships. They discuss what it's like to break up with a polyamorous partner, how breakups can effect your other partners, and their different experience with reconnecting with exes. Link to the More than Two article Link to Bustle article Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 28: Star Trek (Mostly TNG) In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly (KNP) Podcast, your hosts M & G go boldly (and proudly) where no one has gone before, to talk about Star Trek! They will talk about Will Riker's "consent fetish", the progressive nature of Star Trek, kinky Klingons, and how everyone wants to date Captain Picard. Content Warning: Brief Discussion of sexual assault starting at 9:55 and ending at 10:29. Links we mentioned in the episode: 1) Article talking about Riker's Consent Fetish. 2) Article which criticizes the TNG episode Outcast. 3) Guide for LGBT themes and motifs in Star Trek 4) Article talking about Picard's and Q's relationship. Stay safe KNP audience folx! Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 27: Public(ish) Kink, Exhibitionism, and Voyeurism In the episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, your host M & G talk about doing kink in public settings, the concept of third party consent, and if they enjoy watching or being watched at kink events. Also for the first time our podcast has been listed as a podcast resource for polyamory folks. If you'd like to check out the other podcast you can go to https://www.minkaguides.com/polyamory-podcasts/. Stay safe KNPAF! Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 26: New Relationship Energy In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, the hosts M & G talk about the concept of new relationship energy (NRE). They define the term, discuss how it can affect your other relationships, and what you can do to counteract the negative effects of NRE on your other relationships. Additionally M & G talk about times they have experience withe NRE and a shift in their relationship dynamic. Here is the link to the article by Dr. Sheff. Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 25: Nerding Out Inside In this (very late) episode of the KNP your hosts M & G talk about all the various nerdy things they've been doing since they started isolating themselves, from binge watching tv shows remotely to playing board games online. Here is the link to the Medium article that talks about Persona 5. And here is where M & G are planning on playing Go online. Twitter: @knppodcast Tumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.com Email: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.com Website: knppodcast.com The music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website. Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode Notes tl;dl M & G are going to be returning to KNP and producing episode on a slower schedule. Also G is sorry he didn't actually put out the episode that they had recorded previously Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 24: Kink in a Time of Coronavirus In this Episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, M & G talk about how people can fulfill their kinky wants/needs during this time of social distancing. They discuss scenarios that people could be facing right now, such as being isolated away from all your kink partners or being in a long distance dynamic, and how to deal with these situations from solo play to creating tulpas.Here are the links to the articles that G mentioned about long distance relationships. https://www.lascivity.co.uk/how-to-do-long-distance-kink/ https://coffeeandkink.me/2017/10/15/kink-distance/ https://www.submissiveguide.com/dsrelationships/articles/playing-and-punishment-from-a-distanceTwitter: @knppodcastTumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.comEmail: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.comWebsite: knppodcast.comThe music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website.Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode Delay In this episode we are just announcing that we are delaying the next episode. The next episode will be released in two weeks.Twitter: @knppodcastTumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.comEmail: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.comWebsite: knppodcast.comThe music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website.Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 23: Polyamory in a Pandemic In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, M & G will talk about being polyamorous in a pandemic. How they are both coping with social distancing, reevaluating needs, and finding way to maintain connections with their partners both near and far.Link to Guardian article about polyamory during the covid-19 outbreak.Link to Hard Times satirical article.Twitter: @knppodcastTumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.comEmail: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.comWebsite: knppodcast.comThe music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website.Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 21: Avatar the Last Airbender In this episode M & G talk about one of the best television shows, Avatar the Last Airbender. They will discuss their favorite characters, what kinks go with what elements, and how martial arts conveyed story. Listen to the episode to hear all that and more.Twitter: @knppodcastTumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.comEmail: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.comWebsite: knppodcast.comThe music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website.Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 21: Kushiel's Dart Show Notes In this episode of KNP, M & G discuss the book Kushiel's Dart by Jacqueline Carey. This alternate history fantastical adventure book hits on kinky, nerdy, and polyamorous elements. The podcast hosts talk about their personal highlights from the novel as well as some drawbacks. Listen to the episode to find out more about this unique story and why you might want to read it. (Content Warning: if you do plan to read the book, please be aware of depictions of sexual violence and assault). Twitter: @knppodcastTumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.comEmail: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.comWebsite: knppodcast.comThe music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website.Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 20: Types of Polyamorous Relationships Have you ever wondered what kitchen table polyamory actually entails? Or how a person can identify as solo-polyamorous? Then this is the episode for you!M & G will talk about the different types of polyamorous relationships that can form. This information can be very useful as it allows people to approach polyamory from an informed mindset and create intentional relationships.Link to Affirmative Couch article about different types of polyamorous relationships.Link to Kimchee Cuddles which is a comic about polyamorous relationships.Twitter: @knppodcastTumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.comEmail: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.comWebsite: knppodcast.comThe music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website.Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 19: Firefly This episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, M & G will talk about the tv show Firefly! This is one of G's favorite shows and M has just watched it for the first time. They are going to talk about who M views as the main character of the show, G's pet peeve about TV relationships, and discuss what kind of person Malcolm Reynolds is.Here is the link to the Bitch Flicks article discussing the Inara's sexuality.Twitter: @knppodcastTumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.comEmail: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.comWebsite: knppodcast.comThe music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website.Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 18: Fetishes and Fetishization CONTENT WARNINGS: This episode contains discussion of unwanted fetishization, ranging from hair color to gender identity to race.In this episode of the podcast, M & G get to the other question that was sent to us. This time we are talking about fetishes. How are we defining fetishes? What is the difference between a kink and a fetish? And the uncomfortable nature of unwanted fetishization.The start of our discussion about unwanted fetishization begins at 26:27 and ends at 37:44.Link to Merriam-Webster's definition of fetish.Link to Variant Sexuality (Routledge Revivals): Research and Theory which details the chimpanzee who became aroused by rubber boots.Link to 99% Invisible: Wild Ones Live which sings about the heron who was aroused by humans.Twitter: @knppodcastTumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.comEmail: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.comWebsite: knppodcast.comThe music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website.Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 17: Micro-cheating, Jealousy, and Compersion In this episode of the podcast M & G talk about the concept of micro-cheating; how it might relate to polyamorous relationships, how an accusation of micro-cheating can be used as a method of controlling a relationship, and the importance of framing when it comes to micro-cheating. They also talk about how compersion and jealousy can affect a relationship.Link to Time article that first caught M's attention.Link to Bustle article which listed survey results of what people considered micro-cheating.Link to Pyschology Today article talking about the difference between how men and women view cheating.Twitter: @knppodcastTumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.comEmail: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.comWebsite: knppodcast.comThe music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website.Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 16: Mulan In this episode of the podcast M & G talk about the story of Mulan, a legendary warrior from China's mythic past. They discuss the history of the story of Mulan, how the Disney musical affected their lives, and the radically queer nature of the narrative.If you'd like to read the article click on this link.Twitter: @knppodcastTumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.comEmail: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.comWebsite: knppodcast.comThe music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website.Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast

Episode 15: Power Exchange Relationships - Pointers and Pitfalls In this episode of the Kinky Nerdy Poly Podcast, M & G talk about power exchange relationships. M provides insight from having been on both sides of a power exchange relationship, while G comments from a more outsider perspective. They'll discuss the importance of communication, the feasibility of the "24/7" lifestyle, and what some of the protocols of power exchange look like in practice.Here is a link to the book the M quotes in the episode Real Service by Joshua Tenpenny and Raven KalderaTwitter: @knppodcastTumblr: www.knppodcast.tumblr.comEmail: kinky.nerdy.poly@gmail.comWebsite: knppodcast.comThe music in this episode is the Secret of Tiki Island by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under Creative Commons 3.0. You can find more of Kevin MacLeod's music at his website.Support Kinky, Nerdy, and Poly by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/knppodcast