Ep 26: Unzipped: STIs, Testing and the Swinger Lifestyle

Things get hot—and a little uncomfortable—as hosts Zack, Josie, Brad, and Brittany slide into a topic every swinger should know about but few want to talk about: STIs. But leave it to this crew to make even that a good time.From testing (how, when, and how often) to sharing results with partners—both current and past—they cover it all with their signature mix of sass, honesty, and just the right dose of inappropriate humor. Josie and Brittany get personal, opening up about their own experiences with STIs, while the group offers real-world advice that’s as helpful as it is hilarious.Yes, it’s one of their more serious episodes—but they keep it interesting by poking a bit of fun at STI nicknames, cracking jokes and roasting one another. Think of it as the sex-ed class you wish you had in middle school… but way hotter and with better banter.Support our podcast by booking your ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠travel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or purchasing your lifestyle products using our affiliate links. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twoplustwopodcast.com/resources/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(00:00:00) On a scale from dirty to dirty(00:05:42) Breaking down STI’s(00:08:40) HPV and Herpes…personal experiences(00:14:34) Nicknames for STI’s and green gooey stuff(00:17:40) It’s all fun until you get it(00:19:20) Stats from the CDC(00:21:59) Lifestyle folks are conscious of STI’s(00:24:32) Many are asymptomatic(00:27:05) Prevention & sharing your STI status(00:29:07) Handling an outbreak(00:31:28) Sharing test result status(00:34:27) Lifestyle cruises, takeovers and other high ‘volume’ events(00:36:44) Don’t ask, don’t tell(00:40:48) How often is often enough(00:45:36) Our eyes are open in this lifestyle…or are they?(00:47:40) Vaccinations and preventative medications(00:51:17) Testing at the same time vs staggering tests(00:53:09) Where to test and what they ask(00:55:49) An anal swab story(00:58:50) At home tests and discounts(01:00:30) Benefits of anonymity(01:01:18) Different STI’s are tested differently(01:02:08) Sharing positive test results with partners(01:03:50) Join PnC and tell us what you think - Invite Code 2plus2 We'd love to connect with you!Create your own FREE account on Peaches'nCream, the new social media app for your lifestyle!⁠⁠https://web.peachesncream.app/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INVITE CODE: 2PLUS2⁠Join the Two Plus Two Podcast Group on Peaches'nCream to see our exclusive photos, post your comments, ask questions and connect with Zack and Josie.Email us your thoughts, comments and ideas at:⁠⁠[email protected]⁠Studies and Information Sourceshttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27902890/https://www.jscimedcentral.com/public/assets/articles/sexualmedicine-4-1062.pdfhttps://www.2minutemedicine.com/stis-and-recreational-drug-use-pre- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27902890/valent-among-swingers/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28373241/TestingFrequency, Where & Cost [April 2025] FrequencyIdeal: after every new partnerRealistic: Every 3 monthsImmediately upon symptomsAlternate testing schedules with your partner can helpWherePrimary Care PhysicianGovernment/Health Clinics/Planned Parenthood/Labshttps://gettested.cdc.gov/ STDcheck.com ($139, $10 off with link: https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-101420490-12873415)HealthLabs.com ($139)QuestHealth.com chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and HIV 1 & 2 ($155)chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, trichomoniasis, syphilis, HIV 1 & 2 ($288)Urgent CareHome Test KitsLet’s Get CheckedEverlywell.com MyLabBox.com  Sharing positive results; how to communicate; what to do next.https://www.stdcheck.com/anonymous-notification.phphttps://tellyourpartner.org/