{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Truth About Ethical Non-Monogamy: Debunking Swinger Myths ft Victoria Joseph & Ryan Hicks","description":"In this episode of Ask a Matchmaker, Matchmaker Maria dives into the world of ethical non-monogamy with guests Victoria Joseph and her husband Ryan, professional ENM matchmakers who are married and also swing. Together, they break down what ENM actually means, including the differences between open relationships, swinging, and polyamory, and explain how ethical non-monogamy differs from consensual non-monogamy. Victoria and Ryan share how they entered the lifestyle, common misconceptions about the swinger community, and why communication, consent, and respect are essential. The conversation also explores jealousy, safety, dating norms, and how matchmaking works within non-monogamous communities. Victoria runs Birds of a Feather Matchmaking, an exclusive concierge-style service for individuals seeking ENM, polyamorous, and lifestyle-focused relationships, where authentic connection and transparency aren\u2019t just welcomed, they\u2019re celebrated check out more \ud83d\udc49birdsofafeathermatchmaking.com   \u2600\ufe0f https:\/\/agapeescapes.com\/   use ESCAPES150 for an early bird discount! \u2600\ufe0f Be sure to use the promo code: roundtable50 to join Maria\u2019s community or submit your own dating question! \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/www.matchmakermaria.com\/ \u2728 Don\u2019t forget to order Maria\u2019s book,  follow us on social, and leave a review if you\u2019re feeling lovable and likable. \ud83d\udc95 \ud83e\udd29    Check out Maria's Websites and Socials!   \ud83d\ude4c \ud83d\udc96Podcast Website: https:\/\/www.askamatchmaker.com\/  \ud83d\udc96Agape Match Website: https:\/\/agapematch.com\/  \ud83d\udc96Matchmaker Maria TikTok: https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@realmatchmakermaria  \ud83d\udc96Matchmaker Maria Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/matchmakermaria  \ud83d\udc96Agape Match Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/agapematch\/  \ud83d\udc96Agame Match Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AgapeMatch  \ud83d\udc96Agape Match Twitter: https:\/\/www.x.com\/AgapeMatch  \ud83d\ude4b\u200d\u2640\ufe0fOur Producer Venetia AKA V  Website - https:\/\/www.venetiageras.com\/  Twitter - https:\/\/X.com\/venetiaageras  Instagram - https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/venetiaageras\/  \ud83c\udfa5 by WTF Media Studios Website - https:\/\/www.wtfmediastudios.com\/home  ABOUT THIS PODCAST \ud83d\udd17 Ask a Matchmaker is your weekly go-to podcast for all things love and relationships. Hosted by fourth generation matchmaker and founder of Agape Match, Maria Avgitidis, Ask a Matchmaker gives you no-nonsense insight into dating, relationships, compatibility, and love. Maria and her weekly special guest answer questions to help you venture through the jungle that is modern love. Whether you're looking for someone or you're happily taken, Maria will keep you inspired to keep going down the path of love every week, and hopefully, gain a great tip or two to ignite the spark or keep the sparks flying! ","author_name":"Ask a Matchmaker","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/279773","html":"