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The Confident Swinger Podcast

Jo Leavittwww.buzzsprout.com

The Confident Swinger is BACK! The Lifestyle can be challenging, with all the thoughts and feelings it can bring up. The Confident Swinger helps you navigate that, while also focusing on YOUR personal journey. It's time for YOU to build your confidence and embrace YOUR badassery!

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Episodes

TCS: Navigating the LS if You're Overweight

Send us a text In this episode, Chad and Jo talk about navigating the LS as overweight people. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro

Jul 08, 202533 minSeason 4Ep. 146

TCS: Talking to the Partner

Send us a text In today's episode, Chad and Jo talk about talking to the partner of someone you are interested in playing with. They talk about whether or not it is important or expected, what you should and maybe should not say, and when. They talk about the importance of respect.4 Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Jul 01, 202540 minSeason 4Ep. 145

Getting Out of a Not So Confident Slump

Send us a text Everyone gets into a slump sometimes and feels less than confident. Today, Jo talks about ways to pull yourself out of the slump. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Jun 24, 202514 minSeason 4Ep. 144

TCS: Am I Too Picky?

Send us a text In today's episode, Jo talks about being too picky. And she talks about being in your head and overthinking things. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Jun 17, 202521 minSeason 4Ep. 143

Playtionship Break-ups

Send us a text Playtionships, or the relationship between play partners, often end. Sometimes they end organically, and sometimes one person or one couple ends it. It's easy to say that it's ok to end things, but the reality is that sometimes it's challenging. It can be hard for everyone involved. Today, Chad and Jo talk about that. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro,...

Jun 10, 202531 minSeason 4Ep. 142

LS Break-ups

Send us a text Break-ups are a part of life, and when it happens in the LS it's even harder for everyone to navigate. Today, Chad and Jo talk about navigating through the break-ups, whether you are on the inside or outside. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Jun 03, 202536 minSeason 4Ep. 141

Summertime Shortie Episode

Send us a text Just a quickie episode, and intro to summer/call out for Jo's birthday. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro

May 27, 202515 minSeason 4Ep. 140

Closing the Deal

Send us a text One of the things that people struggle with the most in the lifestyle is closing the deal... actually getting to the play. Jo and Chad talk about their struggles with closing the deal and give some perspective and tips to hopefully make it a little bit easier for you. So, listen up! And then go close that deal! Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Ta...

May 20, 202537 minSeason 4Ep. 139

Making the First Move

Send us a text In today's episode, Jo rereleases episode 4 from June of 2022, making the first move. It's a fan favorite, full of great ideas. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

May 13, 202528 minSeason 4Ep. 138

Having No Expectations... Easier Said Than Done

Send us a text Jo and Chad talk about going into LS situations with no expectations. It's easy to say that, but it's a lot harder to do it in real life. Our brains like to create expectations of how the night or the event is going to go, and that can lead to disappointment. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

May 06, 202537 minSeason 4Ep. 137

Going from Online to Real Life

Send us a text People often try to meet LS people online, whether on websites, apps, or social media. And it can be challenging to go from talking to someone online, where it's "safe" to the real world where you don't have a keyboard to hide behind. Chad and Jo talk about the challenges of that. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for o...

Apr 29, 202537 minSeason 4Ep. 136

Don't Label an Experience as Bad

Send us a text Not all LS experiences are unicorns and rainbows. Often, they can be uncomfortable, or even what some people label as bad. In today's episode, Jo talks about reasons why you shouldn't label your LS experiences as bad, because it could just make a "bad" situation even worse. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Apr 22, 202525 minSeason 4Ep. 135

Putting Together a Meet N Greet

Send us a text Jo and Chad talk about the challenges of hosting a meet and greet. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro

Apr 15, 202520 minSeason 4Ep. 134

TCS: When NOT to Play

Send us a text The LS can be a lot of fun and can enhance your life and your relationship. But, it can also bring a lot of drama if your own relationship is not rock solid. Don't bring other people into your drama... know when NOT to play. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Apr 08, 202520 minSeason 4Ep. 133

The Confident Swinger is BACK!

Send us a text The Confident Swinger is BACK! The show has gone through some changes, but we are back to the original and ready to be better than ever. Thanks for sticking with us and giving it another shot! Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Apr 08, 20258 min

Taking a Break

Send us a text Wendy is taking a much-needed break to focus on her own mental health and healing. It's a see you a later, not a good-bye. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Mar 04, 202516 minSeason 3Ep. 7

I Want to be CHOSEN, Not Needed

Send us a text Wendy Jo talks about her journey to go from needing to be needed, to wanting to be chosen. And she talks a tiny bit about her struggle with mental health. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Feb 25, 202525 minSeason 3Ep. 6

The Dark Home of Shame

Send us a text Warning: this episode is dark and heavy. And real. So, be prepared. I'll do a light episode next week. Maybe lol. Wendy Jo experiences shame, true shame, and feels it fully for the first time. So, if you want, and if you're ready, step inside. No need to knock, everyone is welcome. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for ...

Feb 11, 202521 minSeason 3Ep. 5

The Secret to GREAT Sex is...

Send us a text Hey guys, I recently figured something out for myself, and I thought maybe it would resonate with some of you. For me, the secret to great sex is desire. I HAVE to feel real desire for that other person, AND I have to feel desired BY that other person. ME. Not my body, not my lady parts, but ME. The problem with that is sometimes for guys it can be hard for you to differentiate between you desiring HER and you desiring SEX. They are NOT the same. And, lots of women are intuitive, ...

Feb 04, 202516 minSeason 3Ep. 5

I was Wrong

Send us a text Truth is, I'm wrong a lot. Let me share some of those truths with you today. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro

Jan 28, 202533 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Confronting Someone is Confrontational...Duh!

Send us a text Sometimes, the most OBVIOUS concepts are wasted on me. This time, I'm referring to the face that I JUST recognized that the words confronting and confrontational are the SAME word with different suffixes. Not sure how I missed it, but I did. So, take a listen and bask in my idiocy. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for ...

Jan 21, 202521 minSeason 3Ep. 3

YBLB: Asking For Help is a Gift

Send us a text For YEARS, I struggled with asking for help. I know I'm not alone in that particular struggle. But I've come to realize that, when you understand yourself a little better, and you understand what made it hard for you to ask for help in the first place, you can start to make peace with it. And hopefully, one day, you can begin to see asking for help as a gift. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New mu...

Jan 14, 202521 minSeason 3Ep. 2

YBLB Introduction Episode

Send us a text It's always good to start off a new(ish) show with an introduction, so here you go! Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro

Jan 07, 202522 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Your Bitchy Little Brain Trailer

Send us a text Welcome to Your Bitchy Little Brain Podcast! Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro

Jan 01, 202512 min

Breaking the Bi Guy Stigma, with R&R

Send us a text I LOVE this episode! It's raw. It's honest. It's real. I had the pleasure of interviewing Roger, a bisexual guy in the LS, and his lovely wife Robyn. You get to hear his journey from NOT being bi, to curiosity, to accepting, and finally, to fully embracing it. AND, you get to hear her side and how she managed this unexpected turn of events. Now, they are both passionate about breaking the stigma that bi guys have in the LS. You can help just be listening, and sharing their story. ...

Dec 31, 202456 minSeason 2Ep. 132

What Do You Do AFTER Play?

Send us a text If you're gonna have play, then you're going to have to figure out what to do AFTER play. You don't want it to be awkward, so what do you do? Jo talks a bit about this. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Dec 24, 202434 minSeason 2Ep. 131

When the LS Loses its Excitement

Send us a text Chad and Jo talk about when the LS loses its excitement. It's bound to happen, the newness wears off, and with it, some of the excitement. We ramble and get off topic today, but we also talk about some of the reasons the LS may lose it's excitement, and some tips to bring it back. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for o...

Dec 17, 202441 minSeason 2Ep. 130

How to NOT be the Creepy Guy

Send us a text It's a fear of many a lifestyle man... being seen as or being labeled as a creepy guy. It's what holds a lot of guys back from making a move or shooting their shot. But, alas, Jo is here to help! Today's episode has easy to understand tips to ensure that YOU don't act like the creepy guy. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Plu...

Dec 10, 202434 minSeason 2Ep. 129

Can You Be Too Respectful?

Send us a text Respect is a big thing, especially in the LS when you are dealing with sensitive and vulnerable topics like sex. So today, Jo is asking, and answering, the question, can you be TOO respectful? What do you think? Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Dec 03, 202431 minSeason 2Ep. 128

Religion and the LS

Send us a text A lot of people struggle with the concept of reconciling the LS with their religious or spiritual beliefs. So today, Jo shares her thoughts about religion in the LS. Support the show Old music (<80): X Ray Vision by Slynk New music (episodes 80+): The Heat by Vladimir Ershov New New music (season 3): Level by Pryces for intro, and Take the Reins by Hey Pluto for outro...

Nov 26, 202439 minSeason 2Ep. 127
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