That Other Lifestyle - A Lifestyle Swinger Podcast

Blank Page, Full Hearts: Writing New Stories in the Lifestyle

Jason explores the "blank white page" metaphor as it applies to the lifestyle, how novelty, attraction, and writer 's-block-style hesitation shape first impressions, consent, vetting, and the stories we choose to write with new partners and couples.
He shares candid tips on communication, safety (including STI testing), balancing desire with discernment, and deciding when to pursue or walk away, encouraging listeners to be brave, clear, and emotionally mature.
 
My links:
www.thatotherlifestyle.com
https://benable.com/ThatOtherLifestyle
Single Men's Guide to the Lifestyle Course
Risque Lifestyle Parties
SDC.com
STDHero.com
Hellowisp.com

Cryptid Couples: Bigfoot, Branding, and the Lifestyle

Jason uses Bigfoot and other cryptids as a playful metaphor for couples everyone knows exist but rarely meets, and explores how visibility, images, and reputation act like marketing in the lifestyle community.
With personal anecdotes, allergy-fueled honesty, and event notes, he explains how to craft a compelling personal brand, change perceptions through repeated evidence, and use presence to attract the right connections—always emphasizing consent and authenticity.
 
My links:
www.thatotherlifestyle.com
https://benable.com/ThatOtherLifestyle
Single Men's Guide to the Lifestyle Course
Risque Lifestyle Parties
SDC.com
STDHero.com
Hellowisp.com

Cobwebs

Host Jason shares a short story about Sam and Brenda, a married couple navigating jealousy, alcohol, and the local lifestyle meetup scene. The episode follows their tense night at a beachside bar where flirting, misunderstandings, and old wounds surface amid a crowded community gathering.
My links:
www.thatotherlifestyle.com
https://benable.com/ThatOtherLifestyle
Single Men's Guide to the Lifestyle Course
Risque Lifestyle Parties
SDC.com
STDHero.com
Hellowisp.com

Two Years, One Mic, and a Ship Full of Secrets

Jason marks the podcast's two-year anniversary with a candid episode about a recent lifestyle cruise, personal reflection, and reconnecting with what he truly wants from the lifestyle. He shares stories about community, consent, the realities of cruise culture, and the bittersweet moments of feeling both connected and alone.
He also opens up about mental health, a recent OCD diagnosis, and the importance of communication, STI testing, and honest boundaries. The episode is a mix of gratitude, advice for newcomers, and a reminder that the lifestyle is a culture built on respect, curiosity, and human connection.
 
My links:
www.thatotherlifestyle.com
https://benable.com/ThatOtherLifestyle
Single Men's Guide to the Lifestyle Course
Risque Lifestyle Parties
SDC.com
STDHero.com
Hellowisp.com

Aftercare

This episode explores the often-overlooked practice of aftercare in the lifestyle—what it is, why it matters, and how to give and ask for it. Jason breaks down physical, emotional, and mental aftercare needs, offers practical check-ins (like simple "You good?" texts or water and hugs), and explains how aftercare differs from repair and accountability.
Listeners will hear real examples—from cuddling and reclaimed sex to the dreaded "drop"—and get actionable tips: set boundaries ahead of time, schedule debriefs if needed, respect different needs for space or touch, and never use aftercare to erase bad behavior. A clear, adult-focused guide to staying compassionate and connected after play.
 
My links:
www.thatotherlifestyle.com
https://benable.com/ThatOtherLifestyle
Single Men's Guide to the Lifestyle Course
Risque Lifestyle Parties
SDC.com
STDHero.com
Hellowisp.com

Stories

Host Jason explores how personal stories in the lifestyle—good, bad, and funny—shape community norms, communicate etiquette, and help people find compatible play styles. He reflects on the oral tradition of sharing origin stories, dating adventures, and the way narratives influence attraction and behavior.
The episode also covers ethics around storytelling: avoid naming or shaming, understand the difference between gossip and warnings, practice "story consent," and respect privacy so stories build community instead of destroying reputations.
 
My links:
www.thatotherlifestyle.com
https://benable.com/ThatOtherLifestyle
Single Men's Guide to the Lifestyle Course
Risque Lifestyle Parties
SDC.com
STDHero.com
Hellowisp.com

The Witching Hour

Host Jason explores the "witching hour": that late-night moment at lifestyle parties, cruises, and events when the vibe shifts and people look for last-chance encounters. He shares stories, types of people you’ll meet, and the emotional realities of endings, rejection, and desire.
Jason gives practical advice: discuss boundaries with your partner before the event, be clear about intentions, practice consent and testing, and know when to be bold or walk away. The episode is candid, adult, and focused on real-world lifestyle etiquette.
 
My links:
www.thatotherlifestyle.com
https://benable.com/ThatOtherLifestyle
Single Men's Guide to the Lifestyle Course
Risque Lifestyle Parties
SDC.com
STDHero.com
Hellowisp.com

Cucumber

A fictional episode in which a newbie couple explores the lifestyle with a dinner date that escalates into boundary-crossing and confusion; highlights the importance of consent, communication, and respecting limits.
My links:
www.thatotherlifestyle.com
https://benable.com/ThatOtherLifestyle
Single Men's Guide to the Lifestyle Course
Risque Lifestyle Parties
SDC.com
STDHero.com
Hellowisp.com

Mezzanine

Host Jason uses the hotel mezzanine as a metaphor to explore social tiers in the ethical non‑monogamy community from the high‑visibility "shiny people" and secret side rooms to the lobby of newbies and burnouts. He reflects on inclusion, burnout, and how popularity often masks real connection.
The episode validates different ways to engage, warns against chasing status, and encourages listeners to find their own tribe and experience the lifestyle on their own terms.
 
My links:
www.thatotherlifestyle.com
https://benable.com/ThatOtherLifestyle
Single Men's Guide to the Lifestyle Course
Risque Lifestyle Parties
SDC.com
STDHero.com
Hellowisp.com

Come In, Come In: A Lifestyle Christmas Carol

Good morning, good afternoon, good evening.  Jason connects Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol (via the Muppet version) to the lifestyle world, using the ghosts of past, present, and future as metaphors for memories, party energy, and long-term consequences. He shares personal holiday stories about raves, parties, shame, joy, boundaries, and community, urging listeners to come in, connect, and care for each other as the year turns.
 
My links:
www.thatotherlifestyle.com
https://benable.com/ThatOtherLifestyle
Single Men's Guide to the Lifestyle Course
Risque Lifestyle Parties
SDC.com
STDHero.com
Hellowisp.com