Wanderlust Swingers – A Swinger Podcast & Lifestyle Stories EP216 – Apple Banned Us, Lifestyle Dating Ghosting, 55 Wild Kinks & Nevada Brothel Union Drama

After 11 years on Apple Podcasts, we’ve suddenly been removed from the US Apple directory and we’re still trying to figure out why

We also share a real update on shooting our shot in the lifestyle after sending 13 messages to potential matches on SDC. We break down the results (including ghosting statistics), and debate whether people actually owe a “no thank you” response on dating sites

Plus, a kink guessing game based on Cosmopolitan’s list of 55 kinks, and a fascinating story out of Nevada where workers at a legal brothel are attempting to unionize over controversial contract terms involving likeness and content rights

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In this episode, we dive into a lifestyle topic that sparks massive debate: playroom etiquette and the “grey areas” that aren’t written in the rules.

We share a real experience from Fata Morgana (Netherlands) where another couple began having sex very close to us (around 20cm) in a small open playroom. No rules were broken, nobody touched anyone… but the vibe shifted fast, mainly due to proximity and intense watching.

That led to the real question: When something is technically allowed, can it still be socially tone-deaf?

We also share highlights from the Reddit discussion (yes, some people roasted us), unpack the difference between rules vs social awareness, and give practical advice for navigating open play spaces when everyone’s boundaries are different.

Plus: Cate’s upcoming Bliss Cruise hotwife adventure, and our latest attempt at making new local lifestyle friends (with very Dutch planning timelines).

- Playroom etiquette vs “grey area” social awareness

- Parallel play, proximity, and when it feels invasive

- Why eye contact can change the dynamic fast

- Reddit reactions: “technically allowed but socially tone-deaf” vs “open room means accept it”

- Newbie advice: you can’t control others, only your response

- Cate’s Bliss Cruise plans with Mallory (two hotwives on the loose)

- Unicorn/hotwife dynamics + messages on the Bliss app

- Seasickness tips wanted + the drink package debate

- Finding new swinger friends: Cate sent 13 local messages and is tracking replies

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EP214 – Swinger Cruises: Inside Bliss Cruise with CEO Russell Stephens

In this episode, we’re joined by Russell Stephens, CEO and part owner of Bliss Cruise, the world’s largest and most influential lifestyle cruise brand, for an unfiltered conversation about the past, present, and future of Bliss Cruise.

Russell shares how Bliss Cruise was acquired, why the ownership structure changed, and how decisions are actually made behind the scenes. We talk candidly about community concerns, guest privacy, pricing, drink packages, sponsorships, and the realities of working with major cruise lines while protecting a sex-positive lifestyle experience.

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We also dive deep into what most guests never see, the logistics, planning, staffing, and production required to transform a “vanilla” cruise ship into a full-scale lifestyle event with thousands of guests.

If you’ve ever wondered:

- Who actually owns Bliss Cruise and how decisions are made

- How a cruise ship is converted into a swinger cruise in under 24 hours

- Why drink packages cost what they do

- What happened with cameras, videography, and privacy concerns

- How Bliss balances legacy guests with modernizing the experience

- Whether West Coast Bliss cruises are ever coming

- What goes into playrooms, music programming, and themed cruises

In This Episode

- Why Bliss Cruise was acquired and what changed with new ownership

- Russell’s personal history in the lifestyle and why that matters

- How guest feedback and surveys directly shape future cruises

- Privacy, consent, videography, and lessons learned

- Drink packages, pricing realities, and why sneaking alcohol hurts the community

- Sponsorship decisions and why some partnerships won’t happen again

- Behind-the-scenes logistics: staffing, playrooms, AV, decor, and scheduling

- How Royal Caribbean crews actually feel about Bliss sailings

- What makes Bliss Cruise different from resorts, clubs, and land-based events

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