Episodes

Jan. 9, 2025

Getting Our D/s Life Back in 2025

Taking a couple of weeks off was very good for us. It allowed us to rest and chill, but we also reflected on the state of our power exchange. We talked about what we... The post Getting Our D/s Life Back in 2025 appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Jan. 6, 2025

Q&A: What Happens If You Can’t Agree That a Sub Broke a Rule?

A sassy switch has a partner who pushes the boundaries as a brat, and they’re not sure how to handle potential broken rules. Here’s the question: My boyfriend (53m) and I (38 transmasc /... The post Q&A: What Happens If You Can’t Agree That a Sub Broke a Rule? appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Dec. 19, 2024

Looking Back at our D/s Relationship in 2024

For the last podcast episode of the year, we’re looking back at the state of our power exchange for the year. The takeaway is that not a lot happened but we’ve learned a few... The post Looking Back at our D/s Relationship in 2024 appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Dec. 16, 2024

Q&A: Does the Kink Community Welcome All Body Types?

This week, a plus size kinkster wants to let it all hang out at the dungeon, but not if they’ll be the only plus size person there. Here’s the question: I really want to... The post Q&A: Does the Kink Community Welcome All Body Types? appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Dec. 12, 2024

Answering More Vanilla Relationship Questions

We’re keeping it light and easy (and also extremely personal, apparently) this week by answering more non-kinky relationship questions. In this episode: Get free shipping on orders $35+ thru December 15 at the Kinkery!... The post Answering More Vanilla Relationship Questions appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Dec. 9, 2024

Q&A: How Do We Find the Balance Between Our Power Exchange Needs?

A submissive has needs that don’t fit naturally with what their Dominant enjoys and wonders how to find the right balance for both of them. Here’s the question: My Dom and I have been... The post Q&A: How Do We Find the Balance Between Our Power Exchange Needs? appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Dec. 5, 2024

Navigating the Holidays in Power Exchange

The holidays are upon us (and they keep coming back every year) so let’s talk about how to get through some of the main parts of it that can impact your power exchange. In... The post Navigating the Holidays in Power Exchange appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Dec. 2, 2024

Q&A: Why is My Sub Irritable After a Scene? Is It Drop?

A Dominant provides the aftercare his submissive wants, but she’s always cranky the day after a scene. Here’s the question: My (41m/Dom) and my wife (42f/sub) have been married for four years and discovered... The post Q&A: Why is My Sub Irritable After a Scene? Is It Drop? appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Nov. 28, 2024

BDSM Reddit Response

Happy Thanksgiving! We responded (and ranted) to BDSM Reddit posts. In this episode: Black Friday sales The Kinkery – 25 percent off with code SPANKS24 Our Etsy shops – 25 percent off no code... The post BDSM Reddit Response appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Nov. 25, 2024

Q&A: Is It OK for Subs to Call Me Sir When We Meet?

This Dominant knows not to come on too strong when getting to know submissives, but some of them call him “Sir” from the very beginning, and he’s not sure if it’s a problem or... The post Q&A: Is It OK for Subs to Call Me Sir When We Meet? appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Nov. 21, 2024

Kinky Q&A

We asked Instagram to ask us anything and then opened up questions to the YouTube live chat during the stream. In this episode: All of our Etsy shops are on sale through the end... The post Kinky Q&A appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Nov. 18, 2024

Q&A: How Do I Talk About My Mental Health?

A kinkster who’s been dealing with burnout, depression, and other personal stuff wonders how and when to bring up their mental health to a new partner. Here’s the question: My question is – as... The post Q&A: How Do I Talk About My Mental Health? appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Nov. 14, 2024

Assertive Submissives

Assertive gets conflated with bratting, demanding, and/or unsubmissive-like behavior. And we fundamentally disagree, so let’s talk about it. In this episode: All of our Etsy shops are on sale thru the rest of the... The post Assertive Submissives appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Nov. 4, 2024

Q&A: How Do I Handle Having a Bad Local Community?

A newish kinkster live in an area with a local kink community they’re not comfortable being part of and driving to another area isn’t an option. Here’s the question: What do I do when... The post Q&A: How Do I Handle Having a Bad Local Community? appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Oct. 31, 2024

Dominants and Communication

We didn’t know where this would go before we started other than saying, “Yes, Doms need to communicate effectively, too.” (Obviously.) JB shares his experiences as a Dom who has struggled to communicate in... The post Dominants and Communication appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Oct. 28, 2024

Q&A: How Can I Motivate My Dom to Bring D/s Out of the Bedroom?

In this week’s episode, a submissive wants to bring D/s out of the bedroom, but their Dom doesn’t seem motivated to try. Here’s the question: My husband (33m) and I (34f) have been together... The post Q&A: How Can I Motivate My Dom to Bring D/s Out of the Bedroom? appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Oct. 24, 2024

Old Relationship Energy in Power Exchange

You’ve probably heard of new relationship energy (NRE) but we’re more interested in the idea of old relationship energy. So let’s talk about it. In this episode We’re celebrating the Kinkery’s 4th anniversary with... The post Old Relationship Energy in Power Exchange appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Oct. 17, 2024

BDSM Reddit Response

We’re back and coming in hot with a BDSM Reddit response/reaction episode! In this episode: This week’s episode is sponsored by Flure, a welcome, inclusive, and kink-friendly dating app. There’s no episode next Monday.... The post BDSM Reddit Response appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Oct. 7, 2024

Q&A: Can We Go Back to Normal?

In this week’s episode, a kinky couple has gone through a few shifts in their relationship and now things are a little off. Can they go back to normal? Here’s the question: My sub... The post Q&A: Can We Go Back to Normal? appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Oct. 3, 2024

When Life Interferes with Your Power Exchange | Back to Basics Series

This week, we talk about the thing that anyone who’s ever had a D/s relationship knows…life will definitely interfere with your power exchange. In this episode, we talk about some of the most common... The post When Life Interferes with Your Power Exchange | Back to Basics Series appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Sept. 30, 2024

Q&A: How Do I Enjoy Scenes with a Nervous Domme?

A submissive isn’t having a good time during scenes with their nervous Domme — and is getting more and more frustrated. Here’s the question: Hello! So I’m in a relationship with a woman who... The post Q&A: How Do I Enjoy Scenes with a Nervous Domme? appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Sept. 26, 2024

Where to Find a Dominant or Submissive Partner | Back to Basics Series

We’ve been getting the same type of question recently…Where do I find a Dom? How do I find a submissive? So let’s talk about it this week. In this episode: Thanks to Flure for... The post Where to Find a Dominant or Submissive Partner | Back to Basics Series appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Sept. 23, 2024

Q&A: Is It Okay to Enjoy Our Power Dynamic Without Labeling It?

A kinkster wants to take things further with their partner – who isn’t interested in being a submissive. Here’s the question: My wife and I have been married for almost 20 years. We have... The post Q&A: Is It Okay to Enjoy Our Power Dynamic Without Labeling It? appeared first on Loving BDSM.
Sept. 19, 2024

What to Watch Out for in New D/s Relationships | Back to Basics Series

You’ve figured out you’re kinky, met a partner (or talked to your current partner), and negotiated a power exchange. Yay! And also…there are a few challenges to be aware of as you navigate your... The post What to Watch Out for in New D/s Relationships | Back to Basics Series appeared first on Loving BDSM.