1188 - Mr. Wonderful was Married Twice and Now he's In an Open Relationship

Episode overview: long-distance open relationships and chronic online dating

This episode of the Strictly Anonymous Podcast features “Mr. Wonderful,” a self-aware frequent online dater who breaks down a life of affairs, swingers’ encounters, and a current long-distance open relationship. The conversation explores why people habitually swipe, how rosters and side partners function, and how honesty, therapy, and negotiation can reduce harm in ethically non-monogamous dynamics.

Why people become chronic online daters (long-tail keyword: chronic online dating behavior)

Mr. Wonderful describes a pattern of constant online connection that feels like compulsion: nightly matches, flirting, and short-term encounters. He and the host discuss how dating apps often incentivize staying single instead of committing, and how validation, novelty, and leftover emotional baggage can fuel compulsive swiping.

Non-monogamy, swingers and roster management (long-tail keyword: managing a sexual roster in open relationships)

The episode covers real-world swinging scenarios, couple swaps, threesomes and the practical logistics of a roster — trusted partners who can be called on for sex or play. Mr. Wonderful gives candid examples of negotiating kink, finding unicorns, and how couples navigate jealousy and logistics when living apart.

Honesty, communication, and therapy to reduce fallout (long-tail keyword: honest disclosure on dating apps)

Repeatedly the host and guest return to the value of transparency: telling partners about relationship status, setting boundaries, and timing disclosures. The guest also shares that he attends therapy weekly, and both emphasize that professional support can help unpack patterns and avoid repeating the same mistakes.

Practical takeaways: communication strategies and ethical non-monogamy tips

• Disclose relationship status early — put it in your profile or mention it before sex.
• Use honest language — truthfulness can preserve more sexual connections than curated lies.
• Set clear boundaries — negotiate what’s acceptable, especially when moving in together.
• Consider therapy — professional help helps process trauma and reduce compulsive behaviors.

This episode is a candid look at modern sexual culture — from freewheeling island affairs to carefully negotiated open partnerships. It’s a useful listen for anyone curious about consensual non-monogamy, the psychology of online dating, or how honest communication and therapy can reshape risky patterns.