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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Rearranged Marriage</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rearranged-marriage--6520249</link><description><![CDATA[Rearranged Marriage provides a look into the intimate, complex, and often surprising journey for one couple that has chosen to open up their relationship.  From the challenges of shifting dynamics to the rewards of greater connection, each episode will explore what it's really like to walk the path of non-monogamy.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/6520249/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Relationships</category><copyright>Copyright Rearranged Marriage</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/0f3fdef8cfa071856f6de5a8384591f0.jpg</url><title>Rearranged Marriage</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rearranged-marriage--6520249</link></image><lastBuildDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:01:32 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Rearranged Marriage</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Rearranged Marriage</itunes:name><itunes:email>rearrangedmarriagepodcast@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/0f3fdef8cfa071856f6de5a8384591f0.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Rearranged Marriage provides a look into the intimate, complex, and often surprising journey for one couple that has chosen to open up their relationship.  From the challenges of shifting dynamics to the rewards of greater connection, each episode...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Rearranged Marriage provides a look into the intimate, complex, and often surprising journey for one couple that has chosen to open up their relationship.  From the challenges of shifting dynamics to the rewards of greater connection, each episode will explore what it's really like to walk the path of non-monogamy.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"><itunes:category text="Relationships"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>6ebd1b0f-6c25-51d4-bc45-426c6db0e6c4</podcast:guid><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Interview with a Unicorn</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/interview-with-a-unicorn--64873054</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of the Rearranged Marriage podcast, Brig and Monica Tison discuss the ups and downs of their non-monogamous relationship. They address feedback from listeners, the importance of predictability and authenticity, and share their personal experiences, including being criticized for not being 'authentic' enough. The episode features Dakota, a polyamorous artist from Austin, Texas, who shares her journey and experiences in polyamorous relationships, including dating couples and a deep connection with a married woman. The episode wraps up with audience questions about transparency, time spent with partners, and meeting each other's partners.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction to the Rearranged Marriage Podcast<br />02:39 Navigating Non-Monogamous Relationships<br />05:53 Exploring Romantic and Loving Relationships<br />25:10 Interview with Dakota: A Self-Proclaimed Unicorn<br />30:41 Exploring New Social Spaces<br />31:07 Focusing on Personal Freedom<br />31:26 Navigating Non-Monogamous Relationships<br />32:03 Seeking Connection After a Breakup<br />33:10 Discovering Polyamory<br />36:07 Therapy and Support Systems<br />37:46 Health and Communication in Polyamory<br />40:46 Balancing Multiple Relationships<br />49:01 Deep Questions and Reflections<br />55:37 Listener Questions and Answers<br /><br />Music by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bboywicket/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bboy Wicket</a><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64873054</guid><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 11:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64873054/final_episode_4_interview_with_a_unicorn.mp3" length="62633416" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/e90ce059442e490c684a40742e6e2653e2df4125.srt↗︎" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><itunes:author>Rearranged Marriage</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of the Rearranged Marriage podcast, Brig and Monica Tison discuss the ups and downs of their non-monogamous relationship. They address feedback from listeners, the importance of predictability and authenticity, and share their personal...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of the Rearranged Marriage podcast, Brig and Monica Tison discuss the ups and downs of their non-monogamous relationship. They address feedback from listeners, the importance of predictability and authenticity, and share their personal experiences, including being criticized for not being 'authentic' enough. The episode features Dakota, a polyamorous artist from Austin, Texas, who shares her journey and experiences in polyamorous relationships, including dating couples and a deep connection with a married woman. The episode wraps up with audience questions about transparency, time spent with partners, and meeting each other's partners.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction to the Rearranged Marriage Podcast<br />02:39 Navigating Non-Monogamous Relationships<br />05:53 Exploring Romantic and Loving Relationships<br />25:10 Interview with Dakota: A Self-Proclaimed Unicorn<br />30:41 Exploring New Social Spaces<br />31:07 Focusing on Personal Freedom<br />31:26 Navigating Non-Monogamous Relationships<br />32:03 Seeking Connection After a Breakup<br />33:10 Discovering Polyamory<br />36:07 Therapy and Support Systems<br />37:46 Health and Communication in Polyamory<br />40:46 Balancing Multiple Relationships<br />49:01 Deep Questions and Reflections<br />55:37 Listener Questions and Answers<br /><br />Music by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bboywicket/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bboy Wicket</a><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3915</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>dating,love,marriage,monogamy,polyamory,relationships,romance,sex,unicorn</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d0d43446ab68af1f309ed0943e06d38f.jpg"/><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Rules and Regs</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/rules-and-regs--64614744</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode of the 'Rearranged Marriage' podcast, hosts Brig and Monica Tison openly discuss their journey from a traditional marriage to an open relationship. They detail their four fundamental rules for maintaining harmony: individual freedom without judgment, avoiding volatile relationships, prioritizing family responsibilities, and complete honesty with new partners. They share personal stories, the dynamics of dating outside their marriage, and the positive and negative experiences they’ve encountered, including criticisms and misconceptions. Additionally, they introduce upcoming interviews with various experts and individuals experienced in consensual non-monogamy to provide broader perspectives. The episode emphasizes their happiness and better relationship as a result of their new lifestyle.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction to the Rearranged Marriage Podcast <br /><br />00:57 Listener Feedback and Juicy Secrets<br /><br />02:24 Recap of Open Marriage so Far<br /><br />04:26 Defining Happiness and Setting Rules<br /><br />07:01 Challenges and Commandments<br /><br />10:05 Honesty and Relationship Dynamics<br /><br />13:07 Understanding Different Dynamics in Relationships<br /><br />13:47 Challenges of Early Success in Open Relationships<br /><br />14:31 Personal Experiences and Fumbling Moments <br /><br />15:29 Finding the Right Person for Non-Traditional Relationships <br /><br />16:53 Respect and Boundaries in Open Relationships <br /><br />19:37 Current Partners and Their Impact <br /><br />23:56 Future Plans and Upcoming Interviews <br /><br />25:20 Engagement and Final Thoughts<br /><br />Follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rearrangedmarriagepodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@rearrangedmarriagepodcast</a><br /><br />Music by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bboywicket/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bboy Wicket</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64614744</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 11:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64614744/episode_3_rules_and_regs.mp3" length="25717966" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/800610dbea456942fb3036caa1a3edc08f601c76.srt↗︎" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><itunes:author>Rearranged Marriage</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of the 'Rearranged Marriage' podcast, hosts Brig and Monica Tison openly discuss their journey from a traditional marriage to an open relationship. 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The episode emphasizes their happiness and better relationship as a result of their new lifestyle.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction to the Rearranged Marriage Podcast <br /><br />00:57 Listener Feedback and Juicy Secrets<br /><br />02:24 Recap of Open Marriage so Far<br /><br />04:26 Defining Happiness and Setting Rules<br /><br />07:01 Challenges and Commandments<br /><br />10:05 Honesty and Relationship Dynamics<br /><br />13:07 Understanding Different Dynamics in Relationships<br /><br />13:47 Challenges of Early Success in Open Relationships<br /><br />14:31 Personal Experiences and Fumbling Moments <br /><br />15:29 Finding the Right Person for Non-Traditional Relationships <br /><br />16:53 Respect and Boundaries in Open Relationships <br /><br />19:37 Current Partners and Their Impact <br /><br />23:56 Future Plans and Upcoming Interviews <br /><br />25:20 Engagement and Final Thoughts<br /><br />Follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rearrangedmarriagepodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@rearrangedmarriagepodcast</a><br /><br />Music by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bboywicket/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bboy Wicket</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1608</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>marriage,monogamy,open,partners,polyamory,relationships</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c9a42a7a46046c057dba2a89811e1bcf.jpg"/><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Witch</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-witch--64487813</link><description><![CDATA[Navigating New Beginnings: Brig and Monica expand on their journey by sharing the evolution of their relationship over the last decade. Despite various challenges, including health issues, addiction, and childbirth-related struggles, they chose to redefine their marriage. The couple discusses their initial foray into non-monogamy, the role of 'the witch' in their exploration, the necessity for transparent communication, and the support they've received after their first podcast episode. They also touch on societal perceptions of open marriages and the importance of emotional honesty and support from friends and family. <br /><br />00:00 Introduction to the Rearranged Marriage Podcast<br /><br />00:48 Meet Brig and Monica<br /><br />01:44 Clearing Up Misconceptions<br /><br />02:53 Catching Up and Future Plans<br /><br />04:58 The Witch and Our Journey<br /><br />07:14 Navigating New Dynamics<br /><br />19:22 Emotional Relationships and Open Marriage<br /><br />27:15 Listener Reactions and Final Thoughts<br /><br />Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rearrangedmarriagepodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a><br /><br />Music by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bboywicket/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bboy Wicket Beats</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64487813</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:00:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64487813/rmp_ep_2_the_witch_final.mp3" length="31482458" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/d55c20a6c9b9bc8c0c304a2fe158d0cdb1016a9f.srt↗︎" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><itunes:author>Rearranged Marriage</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Navigating New Beginnings: Brig and Monica expand on their journey by sharing the evolution of their relationship over the last decade. Despite various challenges, including health issues, addiction, and childbirth-related struggles, they chose to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Navigating New Beginnings: Brig and Monica expand on their journey by sharing the evolution of their relationship over the last decade. Despite various challenges, including health issues, addiction, and childbirth-related struggles, they chose to redefine their marriage. The couple discusses their initial foray into non-monogamy, the role of 'the witch' in their exploration, the necessity for transparent communication, and the support they've received after their first podcast episode. They also touch on societal perceptions of open marriages and the importance of emotional honesty and support from friends and family. <br /><br />00:00 Introduction to the Rearranged Marriage Podcast<br /><br />00:48 Meet Brig and Monica<br /><br />01:44 Clearing Up Misconceptions<br /><br />02:53 Catching Up and Future Plans<br /><br />04:58 The Witch and Our Journey<br /><br />07:14 Navigating New Dynamics<br /><br />19:22 Emotional Relationships and Open Marriage<br /><br />27:15 Listener Reactions and Final Thoughts<br /><br />Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rearrangedmarriagepodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a><br /><br />Music by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bboywicket/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bboy Wicket Beats</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1968</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>cheating,couples,divorce,fidelity,marriage,monogamy,open,polygamy,relationships,sex,threesome</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f8c07ea43668dbecdd70b0724d316ffc.jpg"/><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Opening Up</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/opening-up--64344698</link><description><![CDATA[Navigating the Open Marriage Journey<br /><br />In this debut episode of the Rearranged Marriage Podcast, Brig and Monica Tison share the story of their ten-year relationship, covering their traditional milestones and recent decision to move from a monogamous to an open marriage. They candidly discuss their motivations, the challenges they faced, including fertility struggles and the impact of these on their intimacy and mental health, and their aspirations for the podcast. The episode sets the stage for their future discussions on redefining modern relationships and encourages listeners to question societal norms around marriage and intimacy.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction to the Rearranged Marriage Podcast<br /><br />00:44 Meet Brig and Monica <br /><br />02:28 Why Start a Podcast?<br /><br />06:25 Our Relationship Journey<br /><br />11:11 Fertility Struggles and Health Challenges<br /><br />22:36 Rebuilding Our Relationship<br /><br />23:36 Exploring New Paths in Marriage<br /><br />30:15 Teaser for the Next Episode<br /><br />Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rearrangedmarriagepodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a><br /><br />Music by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bboywicket/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bboy Wicket Beats</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64344698</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 20:51:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64344698/rearranged_marriage_podcast_ep_1_opening_up_final.mp3" length="31637962" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://freepodcasttranscription.com/transcription/1462ed02239946b722e3d1b7a566983a74fc60a0.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><itunes:author>Rearranged Marriage</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Navigating the Open Marriage Journey

In this debut episode of the Rearranged Marriage Podcast, Brig and Monica Tison share the story of their ten-year relationship, covering their traditional milestones and recent decision to move from a monogamous...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Navigating the Open Marriage Journey<br /><br />In this debut episode of the Rearranged Marriage Podcast, Brig and Monica Tison share the story of their ten-year relationship, covering their traditional milestones and recent decision to move from a monogamous to an open marriage. They candidly discuss their motivations, the challenges they faced, including fertility struggles and the impact of these on their intimacy and mental health, and their aspirations for the podcast. The episode sets the stage for their future discussions on redefining modern relationships and encourages listeners to question societal norms around marriage and intimacy.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction to the Rearranged Marriage Podcast<br /><br />00:44 Meet Brig and Monica <br /><br />02:28 Why Start a Podcast?<br /><br />06:25 Our Relationship Journey<br /><br />11:11 Fertility Struggles and Health Challenges<br /><br />22:36 Rebuilding Our Relationship<br /><br />23:36 Exploring New Paths in Marriage<br /><br />30:15 Teaser for the Next Episode<br /><br />Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rearrangedmarriagepodcast/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a><br /><br />Music by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bboywicket/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bboy Wicket Beats</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1978</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>couples,dating,documentary,experimentation,fertility,fidelity,marriage,monogamy,polyamorous,relationships,sex</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eadb58c8c18d75b3f5d63a92c31f81e8.jpg"/><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
