On this week's episode, Christine and Shannon discuss the origins of "monogamy" as the relational ideal, and current studies that suggest that "opening things up" can lead to better overall satisfaction and even trust.
References
The Ethical Slut – as covered by Rolling Stone
Upending Traditional Monogamy – Terri Conley
Sex at Dawn - Christopher Ryan & Cacilda Jetha
Open Marriage: A New Life Style for Couples – George & Jan O'Neill
The Evolution of Desire – David Buss
Dolphins and the Evolution of the Clitoris
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