The Examined Lives of the Secret Wives (Lauren Hayes)
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| 10 Sep 2024 | Introducing: The Examined Lives of the Secret Wives! | 00:01:36 | |
Join Lauren Hayes, your Swinging Lifestyle Coach and expert in ethical non-monogamy, alongside her co-host Ben, an ex-LDS polyamorous friend, as they dive into the reality TV show The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Together, they peel back the curtain on how the show portrays relationships, particularly in the LDS and swinger communities. Lauren and Ben take on each episode, discussing what’s real, what’s exaggerated, and what’s just plain wrong about how non-monogamous and Mormon lifestyles are represented. From the cultural nuances of Mormonism to the misconceptions about swinging and ethical non-monogamy, Lauren and Ben bring their firsthand knowledge and humor to every episode. If you’re tired of TV shows sensationalizing these lifestyles without understanding them, this podcast is for you. Tune in for insightful commentary, honest conversations, and a whole lot of myth-busting as they explore the complexities of these 8 modern Mormon women and their relationships. https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com https://www.facebook.com/SwingingLifestyleCoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZR-9HggJ51NaJnXCnq0Ew | |||
| 12 Sep 2024 | The First Look at The First Book of Taylor | 00:41:47 | |
In the inaugural episode of The Examined Lives of the Secret Wives, hosts Lauren and Ben dive into their review of the reality show The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives through the lens of ethical non-monogamy. This episode explores key themes like Mormonism, ethical non-monogamy, and how religious upbringing can collide with alternative lifestyles. Lauren and Ben break down the crucial difference between ethical non-monogamy and cheating, emphasizing the importance of honesty, boundaries, and community support. They also dig into their personal experiences with addiction and discuss the concept of 'new relationship energy.' Throughout the conversation, Lauren and Ben remain thoughtful and respectful, aiming to offer insightful, nuanced commentary while honoring the people featured in the show. What You'll Learn:
If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button! We’ve got a lot more to unpack, and you won’t want to miss the upcoming episodes where we dig into the juicy details, tackle misconceptions, and share even more insights on non-monogamy, relationships, and reality TV. Make sure you're subscribed so you’re always in the loop! Find Lauren at swinginglifestylecoach.com. https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com https://www.facebook.com/SwingingLifestyleCoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZR-9HggJ51NaJnXCnq0Ew | |||
| 19 Sep 2024 | Seeking Pleasure Can Get Out of Hand | 00:48:38 | |
Lauren and Ben discuss the complexities of episode two from the series 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.' This episode, recorded 11 months post-Taylor's arrest, features Taylor's baby shower as a focal point. https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com https://www.facebook.com/SwingingLifestyleCoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZR-9HggJ51NaJnXCnq0Ew | |||
| 26 Sep 2024 | Saints & Sinners - The Big Divide | 00:53:16 | |
In this episode, Lauren and Ben discuss Episode 3 of 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives', sharing their personal updates before diving into key events such as a potluck confrontation, a controversial graduation party, and the impact of breaking community norms. They provide insights into Mormon culture, including health codes and gender roles, and compare these to norms within the swinger community. The episode concludes with an analysis of the growing divide between the 'saints' and 'sinners' within the group, highlighted by a controversial Galentine's Day party. https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com https://www.facebook.com/SwingingLifestyleCoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZR-9HggJ51NaJnXCnq0Ew | |||
| 03 Oct 2024 | Garments, Drama, and Oh Boy, the Truth Box! (E4) | 00:27:37 | |
In this episode, Lauren and Ben discuss Episode 4 of 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives', sharing their personal updates before diving into THE key event, the “sh*t show” of the birthday celebration weekend. Ben educates us on the history and current use of Mormon garments, inspired by their favorite quote “Can we Door Dash garments?” The Truth Box serves its purpose at the party and certainly shakes things up within their friendships. Ben and I discuss it all, including their own answers to the Truth Box questions. https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com https://www.facebook.com/SwingingLifestyleCoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZR-9HggJ51NaJnXCnq0Ew | |||
| 10 Oct 2024 | Book of Broken Friendships | 00:36:57 | |
In this episode, Lauren and Ben discuss friendship, ENM, stress, conflict and soda shops. While this episode focuses on the fracturing of the #MomTok gang, we discuss vulnerability and a different way to look at their conflict . We'll also discuss some Words of Wisdom in ENM / The Lifestyle as well as more on the LDS church. As always, join them for fun, silliness and a bit of education. https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com https://www.facebook.com/SwingingLifestyleCoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZR-9HggJ51NaJnXCnq0Ew | |||
| 18 Oct 2024 | Peach on the Beach and Cream Colored Jeans (E6) | 00:28:33 | |
In this spicy episode Lauren and Ben discuss labiaplasty, why no one does paintings of balls and whether rubbing oil on a Chippendale's chest will keep you out of (Mormon) heaven. Speaking of heaven, Ben describes the Mormon afterlife and spoiler alert: the most obedient people still might get to have sex. https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com https://www.facebook.com/SwingingLifestyleCoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZR-9HggJ51NaJnXCnq0Ew | |||
| 28 Oct 2024 | We are Not in Utah Anymore | 00:25:14 | |
Listen in as Lauren and Ben talk about episode 7 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, which all takes place in Sin City. The women are getting along better than ever (sans Whitney) but now the husband and boyfriend cause most of the drama. Sexy male strippers & gambling are the backdrop, and we’ll discuss oily bodies, toxic monogamy & relationship and also the question of what it looks like to truly support a friend (sometimes it’s not pretty). https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com https://www.facebook.com/SwingingLifestyleCoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZR-9HggJ51NaJnXCnq0Ew | |||
| 01 Nov 2024 | Topless Tastings & The ‘Book of Rumors’ Season Send-Off | 00:28:37 | |
In this episode, Ben shares his experience at a body-positive, topless whiskey-tasting party, and Lauren recounts a comedy competition where swinging humor sparked mixed reactions—and some unexpected misunderstandings. With Halloween, aka “Swingers’ Christmas,” approaching, Lauren and Ben discuss their costume collections and themed parties. They recap The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives finale, covering Whitney’s departure from #MomTok, Jen and Zach’s uncertain future, and Taylor and Dakota’s new baby. Wrapping up, Lauren and Ben reflect on a previous discussion about which MomTokers they’d hypothetically date and tease future projects that promise a fresh look at non-monogamy. https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com https://www.facebook.com/SwingingLifestyleCoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZR-9HggJ51NaJnXCnq0Ew | |||
| 26 Nov 2024 | Easy Does It: Open Marriage Gets Real on the Small Screen | 00:30:54 | |
Lauren and Ben are back with a fresh take on their podcast! Say goodbye to Mormon wife drama and hello to a spicier exploration of non-monogamy in mainstream media. In this episode, they dive into Netflix's "Easy," following the adventures (and misadventures) of Andy and Kyle - a power couple testing the waters of open marriage. https://www.swinginglifestylecoach.com https://www.facebook.com/SwingingLifestyleCoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVZR-9HggJ51NaJnXCnq0Ew | |||