<![CDATA[Enemies2Lovers: Polyamory Podcast]]>ac803bd8-12ae-5249-950c-b5842127a08cTue, 09 Jul 2024 18:01:10 +0000Captivate.fmAleks Midnight & Shay Lunahttps://artwork.captivate.fm/a2ba9219-ace5-4415-a67f-2c6ab0bc416b/5HyNSs0ycU0DOOiHa6dWPzEY.jpgEnemies2Lovers: Polyamory PodcastAleks Midnight & Shay LunaAleks Midnight & Shay LunaTwo queer immigrants discuss ethical non-monogamy, queerness, immigrant child guilt, sex, and life in general. Originally college roommates that hated each others guts, cohosts Aleks Midnight + Shay Luna transitioned from enemies to lovers 10 years later - after realizing they had both stumbled into the worlds of polyamory, kink, and queer identity. This podcast delves into personal experiences of a range of guests of different races, sexualities, genders, relationship styles, abilities, and perspectives. From child-free millennial teenagers to married couples with kids and multiple romantic partners, you will hear it all here. New episodes drop on Thursdays. Give us a listen and spread the word!https://www.enemies2loverspodcast.comtrueserialnopodcastEpisode 17: Cohosting with Podcast GodEpisode 17: Cohosting with Podcast GodIn today's episode, listeners get a VERY special treat... Podcast God is officially cohosting with Aleks for today! THE ONE WHERE... Podcast God now has a new partner and Aleks discusses their grievances... also, because they are both ADHD, chaos ensues and random other topics get pulled into the conversation. Be aware... TRIGGER WARNINGS: childhood s*xual assault is mentioned. death. grief. dead dads - the usual.

]]>In today's episode, listeners get a VERY special treat... Podcast God is officially cohosting with Aleks for today! THE ONE WHERE... Podcast God now has a new partner and Aleks discusses their grievances... also, because they are both ADHD, chaos ensues and random other topics get pulled into the conversation. Be aware... TRIGGER WARNINGS: childhood s*xual assault is mentioned. death. grief. dead dads - the usual.

]]>5dd78505-7829-4da9-9860-5c23bcd3c49aTue, 09 Jul 2024 05:30:00 -040001:15:01truefull1171171Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 16: Meet the Ex - Part 4Episode 16: Meet the Ex - Part 4The one where we discuss sugar daddies, Aleks and Lily's final break up revelations, and polyamory resources and advice. This is part 4 (the final episode) of the Lily and Matt interview series.

]]>The one where we discuss sugar daddies, Aleks and Lily's final break up revelations, and polyamory resources and advice. This is part 4 (the final episode) of the Lily and Matt interview series.

]]>b6a951ec-2139-4c83-9fab-86ef7d9852cdThu, 27 Jun 2024 05:30:00 -040050:01truefull1161161Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 15: Meet the Ex - Part 3Episode 15: Meet the Ex - Part 3In part 3 of this four-parter interview series, cohosts Aleks and Shay discuss attachment styles, Aleks' bad dating choices, Lily and Matt's academic readings on polyamory and love, and Podcast God gets roasted. Tune in next week for the LAST and final part of the Lily and Matt Interview: Part 4.

]]>In part 3 of this four-parter interview series, cohosts Aleks and Shay discuss attachment styles, Aleks' bad dating choices, Lily and Matt's academic readings on polyamory and love, and Podcast God gets roasted. Tune in next week for the LAST and final part of the Lily and Matt Interview: Part 4.

]]>c4e874d5-d7a4-413d-ba5f-6842a1857da6Fri, 21 Jun 2024 05:30:00 -040001:01:00truefull1151151Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 14: Meet the Ex - Part 2 - Polyam Hot TakesEpisode 14: Meet the Ex - Part 2 - Polyam Hot TakesIn Part 2 of the Lily (& Matt) Saga, cohosts Aleks and Shay do a deeper dive into Lily and Aleks' break up, the evils of relationship hierarchy, and the guests' hot takes on a few polyamory topics in a spicy speed round at the end.

Aleks also reveals some personal truths when it comes to gender identity and less than ideal therapists.

Spiciest and final round of this interview - Part 3 - will be airing next Thursday.

]]>In Part 2 of the Lily (& Matt) Saga, cohosts Aleks and Shay do a deeper dive into Lily and Aleks' break up, the evils of relationship hierarchy, and the guests' hot takes on a few polyamory topics in a spicy speed round at the end.

Aleks also reveals some personal truths when it comes to gender identity and less than ideal therapists.

Spiciest and final round of this interview - Part 3 - will be airing next Thursday.

]]>d6231ad4-8a0a-48de-a19e-99b258d08118Thu, 29 Feb 2024 05:30:00 -040001:03:37truefull1141141Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 13: Meet Aleks's Ex GirlfriendEpisode 13: Meet Aleks's Ex GirlfriendIn Episode 13, we hear part 1 of the Lily (& Matt) Saga - in which Aleks chats with their ex-partner Lily Kerrigan about the breakup, Shay learns what it means to be Jew(ish), and Matthew Marcus ...is there. We also cover some more serious topics, so trigger warning for: domestic violence, depression, and general kinky debauchery. Check out part 2 of the Lily (& Matt) Saga next week!

]]>In Episode 13, we hear part 1 of the Lily (& Matt) Saga - in which Aleks chats with their ex-partner Lily Kerrigan about the breakup, Shay learns what it means to be Jew(ish), and Matthew Marcus ...is there. We also cover some more serious topics, so trigger warning for: domestic violence, depression, and general kinky debauchery. Check out part 2 of the Lily (& Matt) Saga next week!

]]>96a807d6-b518-406a-ba16-b1f3be88563dThu, 22 Feb 2024 05:30:00 -040030:56truefull1131131Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 12: Catholic Goths & Basement KinksEpisode 12: Catholic Goths & Basement KinksIn this episode, we interview the tall, goth, fascinating Raven - host of the podcast Raven After Dark. We cover everything from abortion rights and losing our virginity to Catholic school, strippers, basement kinks, and dating as a tall girl.

]]>In this episode, we interview the tall, goth, fascinating Raven - host of the podcast Raven After Dark. We cover everything from abortion rights and losing our virginity to Catholic school, strippers, basement kinks, and dating as a tall girl.

]]>31509f5c-9659-409a-81ef-71a3977ccdacThu, 15 Feb 2024 05:30:00 -040001:00:28truefull1121121Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 11: Health Scares & Daddy IssuesEpisode 11: Health Scares & Daddy IssuesIn the first episode of 2024, cohosts Aleks and Shay discuss why Aleks took a big step back to rest and reset this past couple of months. Yes, we have been MIA... but now we are BACK! We talk about health issues, how they impact dating, disability and chronic illness, and - we do it all while sick (sorry about the sniffles). Thanks for listening!

]]>In the first episode of 2024, cohosts Aleks and Shay discuss why Aleks took a big step back to rest and reset this past couple of months. Yes, we have been MIA... but now we are BACK! We talk about health issues, how they impact dating, disability and chronic illness, and - we do it all while sick (sorry about the sniffles). Thanks for listening!

]]>ddde7e5e-67cc-4be5-a2a2-a72da8f64f40Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:30:00 -040035:23truefull1111111Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 10: A "Wise Man" Once Said (The Gay Version)Episode 10: A "Wise Man" Once Said (The Gay Version)In Part 2 of the Maya Wiseman interview, cohosts Shay and Aleks learn about building BIPOC queer communities. Maya is a leader in the Atlanta queer scene, creating safe spaces for families, sober individuals, and even straight-passing queers looking to connect and network. Check out Episode 9 for Part 1 of this interview. TRIGGER WARNING for discussions of racism + micro-aggressions.

]]>In Part 2 of the Maya Wiseman interview, cohosts Shay and Aleks learn about building BIPOC queer communities. Maya is a leader in the Atlanta queer scene, creating safe spaces for families, sober individuals, and even straight-passing queers looking to connect and network. Check out Episode 9 for Part 1 of this interview. TRIGGER WARNING for discussions of racism + micro-aggressions.

]]>fb7416a4-f979-4530-b4ca-4c83597ef0a3Thu, 16 Nov 2023 05:30:00 -040051:43truefull1101101Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 9: Lesbians, Porn & Open MicsEpisode 9: Lesbians, Porn & Open MicsIn Part 1 of our guest episode interviewing Maya Wiseman, we learn about her coming out story, her community queer events around Atlanta, and what polyamory means to a queer woman. Check out Episode 10 for Part 2 of this interview.

]]>In Part 1 of our guest episode interviewing Maya Wiseman, we learn about her coming out story, her community queer events around Atlanta, and what polyamory means to a queer woman. Check out Episode 10 for Part 2 of this interview.

]]>68e5a338-361e-41df-8ac1-2f04650bb2a6Thu, 16 Nov 2023 05:30:00 -040001:02:48truefull19191Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 8: Dating CriteriaEpisode 8: Dating CriteriaHave you ever wanted a quick and easy way to GRADE your relationship compatibility? In episode 8, Shay and Aleks discuss their 5-point dating criteria scale and rate their exes, their current partners, and... their OWN relationship as enemies turned to lovers!

]]>Have you ever wanted a quick and easy way to GRADE your relationship compatibility? In episode 8, Shay and Aleks discuss their 5-point dating criteria scale and rate their exes, their current partners, and... their OWN relationship as enemies turned to lovers!

]]>06135e39-dbd6-4136-90da-396fae2a6350Thu, 02 Nov 2023 05:30:00 -040049:03truefull18181Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 7: Hot Dads & STI ScaresEpisode 7: Hot Dads & STI ScaresIs marriage with kids doable with polyamory? Did Aleks get an STD? Most importantly, do hot dads exist? Find out in episode 7!

Our well read guest, Steve, talks about his long term polyamory journey with his wife, coming to terms with his Honduran culture and his relationship preferences, and... his STI scare with our very own cohost, Aleks - and yes, things get spicy.

]]>Is marriage with kids doable with polyamory? Did Aleks get an STD? Most importantly, do hot dads exist? Find out in episode 7!

Our well read guest, Steve, talks about his long term polyamory journey with his wife, coming to terms with his Honduran culture and his relationship preferences, and... his STI scare with our very own cohost, Aleks - and yes, things get spicy.

]]>6a420b5b-2d56-40de-b174-53bd0b3a5760Thu, 26 Oct 2023 00:15:00 -040001:03:55truefull17171Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 6: Breakup SznEpisode 6: Breakup SznIn this installment of Enemies2Lovers, Aleks and Shay discuss all the drama in their dating lives - from recent breakups to polyamory realizations, episode 6 is action-packed and sure to keep you crying laughing... or maybe just laughing to keep from crying.

]]>In this installment of Enemies2Lovers, Aleks and Shay discuss all the drama in their dating lives - from recent breakups to polyamory realizations, episode 6 is action-packed and sure to keep you crying laughing... or maybe just laughing to keep from crying.

]]>2bebaf9a-ec56-4edc-92ff-f0225ffbf70eThu, 19 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -040044:50truefull16161Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 5: Holy & SpicyEpisode 5: Holy & SpicyIn Part 2 of Alec and Marcella's guest appearance, the monogamous couple ends up in the HOT SEAT!

The cohosts grill our guests about their hyper religious upbringing, breaking the 7th Day Adventist / Christian bubble, and if they will consider polyamory in their future.

Stick around til the end for some ridiculous bloopers.

]]>In Part 2 of Alec and Marcella's guest appearance, the monogamous couple ends up in the HOT SEAT!

The cohosts grill our guests about their hyper religious upbringing, breaking the 7th Day Adventist / Christian bubble, and if they will consider polyamory in their future.

Stick around til the end for some ridiculous bloopers.

]]>10a1bcae-cbb9-400f-83af-2a66ff66df50Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:15:00 -040049:32truefull15151Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 4: We Shocked a Monogamous CoupleEpisode 4: We Shocked a Monogamous CoupleA monogamous couple that grew up with highly religious backgrounds - Alec and Marcella - dive into the truths about polyamory and open relationships. Aleks and Shay bare all, answering questions from deep... to spicy!

This episode is part 1 of the 2-part Alec + Marcella interview. Part 2 delves deeper into the couple's story of growing up 7th Day Adventist, going to religious universities, and stepping out of their bubble in recent years.

]]>A monogamous couple that grew up with highly religious backgrounds - Alec and Marcella - dive into the truths about polyamory and open relationships. Aleks and Shay bare all, answering questions from deep... to spicy!

This episode is part 1 of the 2-part Alec + Marcella interview. Part 2 delves deeper into the couple's story of growing up 7th Day Adventist, going to religious universities, and stepping out of their bubble in recent years.

]]>61eb572a-35ed-4c29-a5b5-677f6459c827Thu, 05 Oct 2023 05:30:00 -040001:10:08truefull14141Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 3: Polyamory Origin Stories - ShayEpisode 3: Polyamory Origin Stories - ShayHow does a shy immigrant kid end up in the kink and polyamory worlds? Listen to this episode to hear Shay's story of finding ethical non-monogamy, followed by a SPEED ROUND of Aleks and Shay asking each other audience-submitted polyamory-related questions.

]]>How does a shy immigrant kid end up in the kink and polyamory worlds? Listen to this episode to hear Shay's story of finding ethical non-monogamy, followed by a SPEED ROUND of Aleks and Shay asking each other audience-submitted polyamory-related questions.

]]>f143440a-0b30-4520-b0c7-e9db7134d1deThu, 28 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -040032:47truefull13131Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 2: Polyamory Origin Stories - AleksEpisode 2: Polyamory Origin Stories - AleksHow does a monogamous 12-year high school sweetheart relationship TURN INTO dating and hookups? Listen to Aleks recount the tale of cheaters past, relationships present, and Podcast God's takes on polyamory. Tune into Episode 3 after this to hear Shay's side of the polyamory journey.

]]>How does a monogamous 12-year high school sweetheart relationship TURN INTO dating and hookups? Listen to Aleks recount the tale of cheaters past, relationships present, and Podcast God's takes on polyamory. Tune into Episode 3 after this to hear Shay's side of the polyamory journey.

]]>9c5d1efe-5ccd-4d0b-9b89-28b85e22e530Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:30:00 -040033:05truefull12121Aleks Midnight & Shay LunaEpisode 1: And They Were "Roommates"Episode 1: And They Were "Roommates"In this introductory episode, co-hosts Aleks Midnight and Shay Luna explore the story of how they went from college roommates and sworn enemies to present-day lovers and friends.

A decade after parting ways, they bonded over polyamory, kink, & bisexuality, had a steamy college reunion, and then... started a podcast. Listen to this episode to learn more!

Links to resources mentioned in this episode:


You are listening to Season 1, Episode 1 of Enemies2Lovers: Polyamory Podcast.

]]>In this introductory episode, co-hosts Aleks Midnight and Shay Luna explore the story of how they went from college roommates and sworn enemies to present-day lovers and friends.

A decade after parting ways, they bonded over polyamory, kink, & bisexuality, had a steamy college reunion, and then... started a podcast. Listen to this episode to learn more!

Links to resources mentioned in this episode:


You are listening to Season 1, Episode 1 of Enemies2Lovers: Polyamory Podcast.

]]>037739f1-1f49-4bd6-a92b-a406fa171708Thu, 14 Sep 2023 05:30:00 -040041:53truefull11111Aleks Midnight & Shay Luna