Is this a kissing book? Of Swords and Soulmates features two couples (and sometimes more), with varying reading preferences and experiences, as they read, listen, and sometimes watch romantasy stories and discuss plot, fantasy elements, romance, spice, theories, and more. Join us for our non-expert opinions as we discuss, argue, rave, rant, and hopefully entertain. We may just help you find your next reading obsession or at least contribute to that TBR list!
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The world of romance movies and books is marketed predominantly to women, and yet is often seen as less than ‘real’ art. Loz is the apprentice, she has avoided romance entertainment most of her life. Em is the master, she’s a life-long lover of the genre. Together they are on a journey to discover, celebrate, (and often disagree!) about the movies and books of this complex, spicy, misunderstood, and yet deeply satisfying genre. Insta: @soulmatesandsmut Email: soulmatesandsmut@gmail.com Music ...
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An irreverent podcast hosted by Kayla (new mommy) and Kailey (a DINKWAD--dual income no kids). Our podcast explores uncomfortable social situations, personal moments of rage, and asks the questions you might have been too embarrassed to admit out loud. We strive to be open and honest while we explore entering our thirties and functioning as real adults. The best part is that we are a perfect example of what we all need to remember - you can be lifelong friends and still not always agree on a ...
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In today’s society, animals are so much more than simply “pets”. Many consider their animal to be their very best friend, their constant companion, helping them navigate the world when life gets tough. Animals are now members of the family, who have birthday parties, argyle sweaters, and a stocking with their name embroidered, which is hung by the fireplace during the holidays. In some cases, animals may even be considered soulmates. And while the deep connection between people and animals i ...
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A podcast about life in your mid twenties. Just a girl living and trying to figure out what the fuck is going on.
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"I do believe they are soulmates." - Jason Sudeikis Welcome to a Ted Lasso after-show, after-show. We’re here to take a deep dive into the characters of Ted Lasso (Jason Sudeikis) and Rebecca Welton (Hannah Waddingham), how they are connected, and why this is actually a long-game romance. In each episode, we’ll discuss what we learn about the characters, what the characters learn, and their key interactions. You can watch Ted Lasso exclusively on AppleTV.
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Do you need guidance and insight into your soulmate or twin flame relationship? Sarah and Sophia can help you reach your highest potential in love, career and all other aspects of your life. They are here to empower you to take control of your life and your heart. They encourage you to lighten your load and they help you envision your future so you can actively participate in co-creating that with the Divine!
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Send us a text With excitement in the air, we’re joined by Summer and Becky from Summer Reading Creations as we look at the discovery of an unknown Bram Stoker short story, "Gibbet Hill". Alongside this thrilling discovery, we can't ignore the buzz around Illumicrate's special edition of "House of Flame and Shadow" and the enchanting advent calenda…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice As previously discussed, Halloween/All Hallows Eve/Samhain is the start of the new year on the old pagan calendar. We figured, why not try something new? So welcome to our first official book club in which we picked an author/book and break down a chapter each week. As a rule, we have always championed going to th…
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Em is back and we’re excited to talk about this brand new rom-com starring two ridiculously good looking stars. No Hatha-hate here! Thanks for joining us! Say hi on Insta: @soulmatesandsmut저자 Soulmates & Smut
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Welcome to our official Happy Halloween episode. Kayla has been EAGERLY awaiting her opportunity to discuss Cryptids. Join us as Kailey is ushered into the world of weird creatures, creepy encounters, and skin walkers. Are these just scary stories or are there really things that go bump in the night? We want to he…
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered what would happen if Dracula's brides plotted his downfall? Join us as we discuss A Dowry of Blood. We first ponder what makes a special edition book truly special. We dive into the vibrant world of special edition book releases and explore what fuels our excitement for these modern retellings and captivating c…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Have you ever wanted to dip your toe into the world of herbs and other natural supplements? As another aspect of Halloween/Witchy season, we are exploring some ways we can incorporate these real life potions into our everyday lives. Kailey also discusses the possible pitfalls of the unregulated supplement industry…
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Send us a text Ever wondered how literature can unite communities in times of need? Join us on an uncharted adventure at the Fabled Fantasy Romanacy Book Con in Orlando, where we explore the vibrant world of books and the heartwarming initiatives supporting hurricane-affected areas. Our journey uncovers the magic that happens when literary enthusia…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice We can think of NUMEROUS scenarios that are scarier than your average haunted house and are CERTAINLY more spooky than any haunted hayride. Join us this week on the Nonsexual Soulmates Podcast as we review some of the most feared scenarios in our adult lives. Tip: Get yourself (or anyone with pierced ears that you…
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Send us a text Prepare for a whimsical journey through the realms of bookish fantasy and romance as we recount our latest reading adventure. We can't contain our excitement about the thrilling book releases on the horizon, including "Pride and Prejudice in Space" by Alexis Lampley and the enchanting Fairy Loot edition of "Kiki's Delivery Service." …
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Have you ever read your star chart? Not just the little horoscope sign based on the date of your birth, but the whole big daddy report? Well that's what we did this episode and it was so fun. Whether you live by the planets or you think it's all hogwash, it is fun to read and see what it says. Join us as we unpack…
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In this episode, I chat with Emma, an animal lover and entrepreneur. She shares her life with horses, pigs, goats, chickens, dogs, and many other animals on her beautiful hobby farm. Emma also founded Mikko’s Choice, a CBD product line for animals, to improve the lives of our pets. We chat about the potential health benefits of CBD, how Emma came t…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Welcome to October! Witchy, spooky, and pumpkin season is officially here! To celebrate, we are doing some very elementary research about the origins of Halloween and some of our most beloved traditions. Did we make a few mistakes? Probably. But it was fun to try and learn a little bit. Thanks to Britannica for th…
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Ep 20: A Licensed Mental Health Counselor Offering Pet Grief and Loss Support
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In this episode, I chat with Anne Marie Farage-Smith, a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and author of Healing Wisdom for Pet Loss: An Animal Lover’s Guide to Grief. Anne Marie discusses the basics of grief, including what it is and what it feels like, and then goes through the different types of grief that may be encountered on your healing…
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"Radiance" - Romance in an Arranged Interspecies Marriage
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Send us a text Ready for a whirlwind of fantasy excitement and bookish delights? This episode promises to keep you on the edge of your seat as we unravel the mysteries and magic of Grace Draven's Radiance. Join us as we dive into the latest buzz in the fantasy literary world in our extended news segment. We discuss a sneak peek at the stunning cove…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Welcome back to another week of how to be an adult. Kayla has broken down the basics of how to purchase a home: where do I start? what do I do? who do I talk to? Sign up for our emails below and we will send you Kayla's quick reference guide: https://www.nonsexualsoulmatespodcast.com Thank you as always for listen…
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In this episode, I chat with Sheley Revis, a general internist and founder of the Fabulous McGrady and Friends Foundation, about the dog who changed her life and would later become the namesake of her organization. McGrady, a deaf, tri-coloured Australian Shepherd, was rescued from Ashe County Animal Control. Sheley had no experience working with d…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice "What's for dinner tonight?" Arguably one of the worst questions and hardest decisions an adult has to make. But fear not! This week we discuss how we have simplified weeknight meals plus bonus insights on budget friendly ways to feed a toddler. Just the tip this week? It's a shameless plug for ourselves. Click on…
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In this episode, I chat with Allen Frye about his service dog Max. Max, a gorgeous German Shepherd, was trained by Allen to assist with his mobility after he experienced a serious spinal cord injury in 2018. We hear about Allen’s accident, his road to recovery, and how Max has been a constant source of love and support. We talk about the benefits t…
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"Assistant to the Villain" - Not just a job, it's a romance.
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Send us a text Can a workplace romance with a magical twist truly captivate your heart? Meet us on "Of Swords and Soulmates" as we talk about the buzz around Hannah Nicole Maehrer's "Assistant to the Villain." Fueled by social media hype, this charming tale blends humor, romance, and fantasy in a way that had us all hooked. We discuss our star rati…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Welcome back to the second week of our Adulting 101 Series. Tune in this week if you want to learn the basics of Advance Directives with two basics. We will cover an overview of the terms to know and where to start with your own planning. Just the Tip(s): To join the Numbering Your Days Network:https://numberingyo…
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Join Loz and Guest Em: Bec, as we thoroughly interrogate the power and the passion of this millennial classic. #eldermillennial Thanks for joining us! Say hi on Insta: @soulmatesandsmut
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Welcome to the Adulting 101 Series hosting by the Nonsexual Soulmates (who are allegedly adults). We continue to realize how many things we weren't taught in school and have had to educate ourselves about. We aren't experts, but if you want to hear about the basics from a couple of basics, come along for the ride.…
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In this episode, I continue my chat with Shannon Kiley, a professional dog trainer, who discussed her experience in search and rescue work with her dogs in Ep 16. This week, Shannon shares Reckon’s story. Reckon, a black and tan Doberman, came from a line of successful search and rescue dogs. Instead of following in his family’s footsteps, Reckon e…
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Send us a text Ever wondered how book bans impact the genres we love, particularly romance and romantasy? This week on "Of Swords and Soulmates," we begin with a light-hearted mix-up about Jonathan's podcast persona, JP. Then, we're thrilled to share the latest buzz from the romanticist book world, spotlighting Katie Roberts' stunning opus collecti…
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Ep 16: Search and Rescue Dogs with Shannon Kiley
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In this episode, I chat with Shannon Kiley, a professional dog trainer who was involved in search and rescue work with her dogs for 18 years. Her incredible Dobermans Soleil, Dagger, Never, and Savor, were specialized in human remains detection; we hear about what it takes to train a cadaver dog, why a “one size fits all” approach is not ideal, and…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Have you ever been happily munching on a snack when suddenly it took a turn and now you are disgusted by the rest of your meal? Have you ever looked at a behavior and felt the second-hand cringes of embarrassment? Do the textures of certain objects make your skin crawl off? If you answered no to all of the above, …
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Woah. Do things look a little different? That's because we did a rebrand! Thanks for noticing, we think we look better too. ANYWAY, this week we have another fun topic for you. Don't take us too seriously, we just think it's fun to wonder. So if you're into asking questions, you like random though exercises, or yo…
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She's back! Em returns and chats to Loz all about their recent adventures in Ireland and of course the movie P.S. I Love You Thanks for joining us! Say hi on Insta: @soulmatesandsmut
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"The Audient and the Phantom Night" - Fated Mates on the High Seas
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Send us a text Ready to uncover the latest buzz in the fantasy and romance book world? This episode of "Of Swords and Soulmates" promises a treasure trove of updates and discussions that you won't want to miss. We kick off with the exhilarating news that Moira Wally Beckett, the mastermind behind "Anne with an E" and "Breaking Bad," is set to helm …
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Welcome back to another week of the Nonsexual Soulmates Podcast. This episode was inspired by a post that listed qualities that do not disqualify you as a kind person (despite making others uncomfortable). For example, you can be a kind person and still say no. Mind blowing, am I right? Join us as we break down th…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice This week we compile what could be considered a list of 3am thoughts. Questions about life- where we come from, how did we get here? To questions about tattoo choices- why a death moth, why on the neck? Buckle up ya turkeys, it's about to get weird. What questions swirl around your gray matter? Do you hold any of …
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Send us a text This week on Swords and Soulmates, Mari, Kelly, Ashley, and Jonathan discuss the potential opening of "The New Romantics," Orlando's first romance-exclusive bookstore. We share our excitement and concerns regarding the rise of niche bookshops, the challenges of securing traditional loans, and the growth of crowdfunding. Join us as we…
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Semi-Selfish Summer Series Pt 4 | Healthy Relationships | Ep 77
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Week 4 of our Semi-Selfish Summer Series is all about relationships. How do we cultivate meaningful connections? How do we balance life, family, and friendships? What does it really mean to have healthy relationships as we get older and move into this new phase of life. What did we miss? What do healthy relationsh…
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Join me and Special Guest Em: Ruby, as we try to figure out this beach side mystery. Thanks for joining us! Say hi on Insta: @soulmatesandsmut저자 Soulmates & Smut
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Send us a text Welcome back to "Of Swords and Soulmates," where we embark on an exhilarating journey through the "Mid-Year Freak-Out Book Tag" questions! Alongside Kelly, Jonathan, Ashley, and Mari, we explore our top reads so far in 2024, including "The Wolf Gone Wild" by Juliet Cross and Becky Chambers' "A Psalm for the Wild-Built." Our dynamic d…
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Semi-Selfish Summer Series Pt 3: Spiritual Wellness | Ep 76
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice We have arrived at week three of our Semi-Selfish Summer Series. We have reviewed how we try to manage our physical and mental health during the last two weeks and this episode we dive into fostering our spiritual/soul health. We get it, this sounds like some woo-woo shit. But our spirit, or soul, or inner knowing…
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"Ivy & Bone" - Witches, Devils, and Emotional Journeys
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Send us a text This episode kicks off with thrilling news from the Fabled Fantasy event in Orlando and their innovative app that helps attendees navigate schedules and panels. Plus, discover the stunning special edition release of Naomi Novik's Scholomance series from Fairy Loot, complete with redesigned covers and exclusive artwork. Then, we shift…
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Semi-Selfish Summer Series Pt 2: Mental/Emotional Health | Ep 75
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice We have arrived at Part Two of our Semi-Selfish Summer Series and this week we are talking about mental/emotional health. How do you define mental and emotional health? What do you do to invest in this key part of your overall wellness? We share our own stories of healing and what we have found to be beneficial in…
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Semi-Selfish Summer Series Pt 1: Physical Health | Ep 74
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Welcome back to another week of the Nonsexual Soulmates Podcast. We are diving into part one of our Semi-Selfish Summer Series - Physical Health. On this episode, we explore what physical health looks and feels like to us. We review what we are doing well to support our own physical fitness and discuss what tools …
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Send us a text What if we told you that you could experience a whirlwind of bookish excitement in just one episode? We promise you'll be on the edge of your seat with the latest announcements, including the hotly anticipated dates for PolyCon 2025 and insights into the extraordinary line-up of authors attending, such as Carissa Broadbent and Jennif…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Welcome to the first week of our deep dive into a mini-series! All hail the "Semi-Selfish Summer Series" that will be airing for the entirety of July. Join us on the introductory episode as we explain why we want to explore our own wellness practices and how to improve our overall wellbeing. (And yes we will also …
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Welcome back! And all hail summertime. For a fun little episode before we launch our first round of mini-series, join us as we discuss some of our summertime favorites. Are you an at-home fireworks family or go to the city's show? Are you a hamburger or a hot dog? Charcoal grill or gas grill? We already know our a…
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Send us a text Ready for some thrilling book news and riveting discussions? You'll want to stick around for this episode, where we kick things off with updates that every book lover needs to know. From Juliet Cross's newly launched shop brimming with signed books and exclusive art prints to Lit Joy Crate's beautiful special edition of Ella Enchante…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Can you believe we are already halfway through 2024? We find it unfathomable that the Summer Solstice is already upon us. So Happy Summer Turkey Tots! We hope you are sipping your beverage of choice poolside, grilling hamburgers, and planning summer vacations. As is our custom, we are using the solstice as an excu…
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Send us a text What happens when you challenge an author with a rich appreciation for Victorian literature and a penchant for upending societal norms? This week, we're thrilled to welcome Sebastian Nothwell, who recounts his journey to literary acclaim, motivated by sibling rivalry, with his debut novel Mr. Warren's Profession. Sebastian dives into…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice We all have our own quirks when it comes to germs, but have you ever really taken the time to sit down and think about them? Well, on this week of the Nonsexual Soulmates Podcast, that is exactly what we did; and we are going to compare notes to share with you. What are your household polices regarding the handlin…
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"Oak King Holly King" - Fae Champions and Mortal Clerks
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Send us a text Join Jonathan, Kelly, Ashley, and Mari as we dive deep into the mesmerizing romance of Oak King Holly King by Sebastian Nothwell. We'll also unravel the magic behind exclusive editions like Fairyloot's When the Moon Hatched and explore the perks and pitfalls of popular book subscription services such as Fairyloot, Lumicrate, and Owlc…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice Do you ever observe or experience a person and wish you could immediately remove yourself from the situation? On this week's episode of the Nonsexual Soulmates Podcast, we engage in a creative exercise to encourage ourselves to be more observant and to use humor to reduce our rage as we engage with the general pub…
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Send Us a Message.. please be nice We have been incessantly asking you all questions for the last few months so this week it is time to roll out some listener feedback. Thank you to everyone who took the time to respond, we have been delighted to hear from other points of view and to learn a little more about you. Do you have questions for us? Do y…
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In this very special bonus episode, I am joined by my significant other, Brandon Reid, and we share the story of Romeo. Romeo, the absolute sweetest pittie boy, was the first dog we ever adopted together. While his time with us was short due to an undiagnosed medical condition, he taught us so much about love and resiliency. I am forever grateful f…
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