A husband spent years pressuring his wife into an open marriage, and the moment she finally agreed and found a boyfriend, he couldn't cope, a real case clinical psychologist Dr. Laurie uses to explain why opening a relationship never solves an existing problem. Anyone weighing whether non-monogamy could work for them gets an honest, research-backed breakdown here.

The Real Numbers and Types Behind Open Relationships

Dr. Laurie unpacks the actual statistics behind consensual non-monogamy, clarifies the differences between swinging, open marriages and polyamory, and explains a concept called sociosexual orientation that may mean some people are simply wired differently.

Compersion, Negotiation, and What Healthy Monogamy Requires

Dr. Laurie introduces compersion, the experience of genuine happiness watching a partner connect with someone else, and lays out exactly what needs to be negotiated before opening a relationship, along with what makes monogamy work just as well when it's the right fit.

Topics: Dr. Laurie, compersion, non-monogamy, healthy monogamy, relationship negotiation

GUEST: Dr. Laurie | drlaurie.com

Originally aired on 2026-07-24

A husband spent years pressuring his wife into an open marriage, and the moment she finally agreed and found a boyfriend, he couldn't cope, a real case clinical psychologist Dr. Laurie uses to explain why opening a relationship never solves an existing problem. Anyone weighing whether non-monogamy could work for them gets an honest, research-backed breakdown here.
The Real Numbers and Types Behind Open Relationships
Dr. Laurie unpacks the actual statistics behind consensual non-monogamy, clarifies the differences between swinging, open marriages and polyamory, and explains a concept called sociosexual orientation that may mean some people are simply wired differently.
Compersion, Negotiation, and What Healthy Monogamy Requires
Dr. Laurie introduces compersion, the experience of genuine happiness watching a partner connect with someone else, and lays out exactly what needs to be negotiated before opening a relationship, along with what makes monogamy work just as well when it's the right fit.
Topics: Dr. Laurie, compersion, non-monogamy, healthy monogamy, relationship negotiation
GUEST: Dr. Laurie | drlaurie.com
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-07-24

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From politics and pop culture to mental health, technology, and everyday life, this podcast is where night owls, deep thinkers, and curious minds come to connect. Featuring expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane&rsquo;s signature style&mdash;thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.
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