The Bring It Up Show!

Judging The Book

Erik and Chelsea discuss their mixed feelings about Christianity. They further unpack the notion of stereotypes by exploring how systemic oppression intersects with personal beliefs.

God Glow

Caller Babygirl, who was previously agnostic, discusses the challenge of telling the people in her life about her newfound Christian faith. The conversation gets tense as Chelsea and Erik disagree about whether stereotypes are ever justified.

So Needy

Erik and Chelsea get worked up about monogamy, polyamory, and the "war on needs" under capitalism. Drawing from their own sex lives and personal histories, they dive further into the connection between clarity of communication and consent.

The Clarity of Consent

After caller Lisa recently ended a long-term monogamous relationship to return to her polyamory lifestyle, she finds that she and her ex are still in close contact and isn't sure how to talk about the new sexual relationships she's developing.

Hot-Wired

Erik and Chelsea explore common conflicts between family members and in-laws. From scapegoating to trash-talking and triangulation, they discuss the many ways of "hot-wiring" connection. And wine, they also talk about wine.