Sippin On Love
Kjærlighet og relasjonerSamfunn“Sippin On Love” is a podcast with your favorite duo Anthony and Darrius, who expand the conversation of their experiences with love, relationships, and individuality. These conversations are paired with a new cocktail every episode. The goal is not to advise but to share our stories and hopefully inspire growth. We plan to challenge your perspective, remain thought provoking, and encourage positive vibes.
Siste episoder av Sippin On Love podcast
- **Love or Lust at First Sight – Chemistry, Intuition, and Infatuation (00:00:01)
In this episode of **Sippin On Love**, we’re pouring up something smooth and a little dangerous—our **Frozen Brown Sugar Peach Old Fashion**—and diving into the eternal debate: **Is it love or lust at first sight?** 🥃We explore the rush of attraction and the science behind it—how dopamine, oxytocin, and intuition spark that instant connection that feels almost magnetic. Drawing from [Executive Matchmakers](https://www.executivematchmakers.com/explaining-the-chemistry-of-lust/), we unpack the biology of desire and the psychology of infatuation to ask: can love really happen instantly, or does it always need time to grow?💬 **Topics we sip on:*** The chemistry of lust and the brain’s instant response to attraction* How intuition and energy shape first impressions* Infatuation vs. emotional connection—how to tell them apart* The role of vulnerability and romantic idealism in mistaking lust for love* How to recognize when fleeting passion deepens into genuine care🍸 **Featured Cocktail:** **Frozen Brown Sugar Peach Old Fashion** — a sultry spin on a classic, blending sweet southern charm with bold heat.Recipe via [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9X0cH3vuT3/?igsh=anFjbnVodTBvbDRq):* 2 oz bourbon* 1 oz brown sugar syrup* 1 ripe peach (fresh or frozen)* Dash of bitters* Blend with ice until smooth and garnish with a peach slice✨ **Key Takeaways:*** Lust sparks fast; love builds slow and steady.* Chemistry is real, but clarity takes time.* Attraction can open the door—connection keeps it open.* Love at first sight might just be recognition, not revelation.#SippinOnLove #LoveVsLust #Chemistry #Infatuation #Relationships #Intuition #Attraction #LGBTQ #EmotionalConnection #RomanticRealism
- Porn & Perception – Fantasy, Reality, and Intimacy (00:00:01)
In this episode of **Sippin On Love**, we’re serving up truth with a kick—exploring the intersections of **porn, pleasure, and perception** over a glass of our **Spicy Mango Margarita.** 🍹 From fantasy versus reality to the influence of the porn industry on how we understand sex and relationships, we’re having the kind of conversation that turns taboo into transparency.Together, we unpack how porn can shape expectations, create unrealistic standards, and even distort our understanding of consent and connection. We dig into gender and power dynamics—like “gay for pay,” how men’s pleasure is portrayed, and why women’s sexuality still gets policed—and ask what happens when those scripts seep into our real lives.💬 **Topics we sip on:*** What porn reveals about personal desires, curiosity, and identity* How fantasy and reality blur—and what that means for relationships* The social construction of sexuality through the porn industry* Navigating porn use within partnerships and communication around boundaries* Redefining pleasure and power through honesty, not shame🍸 **Featured Cocktail:** Spicy Mango Margarita — Sweet, fiery, and unapologetically bold.**Recipe:*** 2 oz tequila* 1 oz triple sec* 2 oz mango purée or juice* 1 oz lime juice* Dash of chili powder or tajín* Garnish with a chili-lime rim and mango slice💡 **Referenced Article:**[How Couples Can Talk About Porn—And Why They Should](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/loving-bravely/202005/how-couples-can-talk-about-porn-and-why-they-should?amp) – *Psychology Today*✨ **Key Takeaways:*** Fantasy isn’t the enemy—silence is.* Honest conversations about porn strengthen trust and intimacy.* Shame fades when we replace judgment with curiosity.* Healthy boundaries make pleasure more powerful.* Knowing what turns you on begins with knowing yourself.#SippinOnLove #PornCulture #FantasyVsReality #Relationships #LGBTQ #SexualHealth #ConsentCulture #Communication
- Kinks & Connection (00:00:01)
🍹 Featured Cocktail: Sparkling Tequila SunriseA bright twist on a classic — bold, effervescent, and a little flirtatious.Recipe: 2 oz tequila, 3 oz orange juice, Splash of grenadineTop with prosecco or sparkling water, Garnish with an orange slice and cherryIn this episode of Sippin On Love, we uncork the truth about kinks, BDSM, and the art of communication in relationships. 🍸 From the emotional power of vulnerability to the freedom of consent, we explore how exploring your desires can open new doors to intimacy, connection, and self-understanding.Together, we tackle the shame and stigma often tied to kink culture, break down generational gaps in talking about sex, and ask what it really means to build trust and honesty in love—whether you’re kinky, curious, or vanilla.💬 Topics we sip on:Communication and consent as foundations for intimacyThe mental health benefits of exploring kinksSetting and respecting boundaries in relationshipsHow social norms shape shame around sexualityNavigating online dating and intentional love in LGBTQ+ spaces. This week, we’re stirring up an honest conversation about kinks, BDSM, and the healing potential of open communication. From exploring boundaries and preferences to challenging shame and stigma, this episode invites you to see intimacy as a journey of curiosity and consent.We dive into how kink can actually strengthen mental health, deepen trust, and improve relationship dynamics—inside and outside the bedroom. Along the way, we unpack how online dating, generational views, and social norms shape how we talk about (and experience) desire, especially within LGBTQ+ relationships.💡 Referenced Articles:Kink and Mental Health – The BodyApplying Kink Principles to Our Vanilla Relationships – Happiful✨ Key Takeaways:Communication is the heartbeat of every relationship.Consent is care. Boundaries are beautiful.Kink can be a practice of healing and empowerment.Shame fades when honesty takes the mic.Knowing your needs leads to authentic connection.#SippinOnLove #KinkEducation #BDSM #Relationships #ConsentCulture #LGBTQ #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Communication
- The Art (and Science) of Sex Prep (00:00:01)
Featured Cocktail: Whiskey Sunrise 🥃Recipe: 2 oz whiskey, 4 oz orange juice, ½ oz grenadine. Garnish with an orange slice and cherry.Welcome back to Sippin On Love! Season 3 kicks off with the theme “My Body, My Choice”—and we’re starting where honesty meets intimacy: sex preparation.From bottom prep rituals (fiber, timing, and tools) to top responsibilities like condoms, lube, and safety, we’re keeping it real, raw, and respectful. We also break down the stigma around STIs, dig into current sexual health research, and explore how choice, communication, and self-awareness transform intimacy.Because preparation isn’t just physical—it’s emotional, intentional, and yes… a love language too.So pour yourself a Whiskey Sunrise, press play, and join us as we sip through the science, the stigma, and the stories that keep love honest.References:Women’s Health: How to Prepare for Anal SexWeill Cornell Medicine: Preventing STIs After Unprotected SexNIH HIVinfo: Basics of HIV Prevention & PEPTune In For:Real talk about sexual health & hygieneTools and rituals for prep and pleasureUnlearning shame and centering safetyCocktails, culture, and candid conversationNew Episodes Drop Weekly 🍸Follow Sippin On Love for more:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🎥 YouTube📸 Instagram🎵 TikTok
- {FINALE} FORGIVENESS (00:00:01)
In this final episode of Season 2, your favorite couple discuss what is forgiveness and it’s beneficence. Paired with a cocktail, the conversation involves past experience, the journey to healing, and compassion. Keep the conversation going as the drink flow and sip! Cocktail: Boozie Smoothie 2 oz of Grand Marnier 3 oz of Benedictine Blend with your favorite assortment of frozen or fresh fruit with ice. Pour it UP and enjoy! Source: https://einzelganger.co/forgiving-someone-who-wronged-you/
- Emotional Stability (00:00:01)
In this episode we have the conversation about emotional intelligence. We discuss the hinderance in the progression of our emotional intelligence and how important it is in a relationship. We reflect on past experience and how our EI effects the people connected to us. Come listen, laugh, and sip with us. Cocktail: Strawberry Daiquiri 8 oz frozen strawberries , leaves removed 2 oz fresh strawberries , leaves removed (4 strawberries 1 oz sugar syrup 2 oz lime juice , fresh 4 oz white rum (we used Tequila) Place all ingredients in a blender or Nutribullet. Blitz until all strawberries are blitzed. Taste and adjust sweet with more syrup, sour with lime (and booze if you dare!). Pour into glasses (see video for consistency) and serve, garnished with fresh strawberries! EI Test https://globalleadershipfoundation.com/geit/eitest.html Mindful Meditations https://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Mindful-Minute-Scripts-Resiliency.pdf
- {BLACK} Men's Mental Health (00:00:01)
In this episode we have the conversation about Men’s mental health, its stigma, importance, and reliable resources to aid. Indulge with us, as we dive deeper and discuss the significance of society and the pressures they contribute to men’s health. Sip, laugh, and enjoy! Featured Cocktail: Vanilla Creme Whiskey Highball A highball is more of a cocktail concept; it combines a spirit with a non-alcoholic mixer like sparkling water or tonic and served over ice. Vanilla Crown Royal A&W Creme Soda Fill glass with 2-4 cubes of ice Pour 2 shots of Crown Royal Fill the glass with A&W Creme Soda Sources: https://adaa.org/find-help/by-demographics/mens-mental-health https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/mental-and-behavioral-health-african-americans Text or Call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988
- CULTURE (00:00:02)
n this episode we have the conversation about The Culture, it’s history, significance, and its ability to bring connectivity. Connect with us, as we dive into our experiences/observations within a society that our culture operates and how it can improve. Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/janicegassam/2021/08/01/our-obsession-with-black-excellence-is-harming-black-people/?sh=2f4187b92fd9 Featured Cocktail: Grand Marnier Ranch (Tap) Water Cocktail To make it, mix 1.5 oz Espolon Blanco tequila, 0.75 oz Grand Marnier Cordon Rouge, and 0.5 oz fresh lime juice in a Collins glass. Top it off with Topo Chico and a lime wheel to get to sippin'.
- SEX: Act II (00:00:01)
Join your favorite couple as we stir up the conversation on sex. We discuss the preparation, social perspective, and our experiences. Grab a glass, sip, and indulge in the conversation. We are eager to engage with you! Article:https://www.womenshealthmag.com/sex-and-love/a32674514/sex-bucket-checklist/ Cocktail: Vieux Carre’ Ingredients 3/4 ounce George Dickel rye whiskey 3/4 ounce cognac 3/4 ounce sweet vermouth 2 teaspoons Benedictine liqueur 4 dashes Dale DeGroff’s pimento aromatic bitters Garnish: maraschino cherry or lemon twist Steps Add the rye whiskey, cognac, sweet vermouth, Benedictine and bitters into a mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice or a cocktail glass. Garnish with a cherry, a lemon twist or both.
- Individuality vs. Couple (00:00:01)
Join your favorite couple as we stir up the conversation on the impact of individuality vs relationship. We discuss the importance of allowing time and space outside of your relationship; how you can grow; as well as what your partner needs to do in order to support your individuality. Grab a glass, sip, and indulge in the conversation. We are eager to engage with you! Cocktail: Cadillac Margarita Ingredients 1 1/2 ounces Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila 1/2 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed 1/2 ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed 1/2 ounce agave syrup 1/2 ounce Grand Marnier, to float Garnish: salt rim Steps Rub the rim of a double Old Fashioned glass with a lime wedge, and dip a quarter of the glass in salt to coat. Set aside. Combine all ingredients except the Grand Marnier in a shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously for 25 seconds. Double-strain through a fine-mesh sieve into the prepared glass over fresh ice. Float Grand Marnier on top. Referenced Article: https://www.psychalive.org/preserving-individuality-strengthen-relationship/
- Keeping the Relationship FRESH (00:00:01)
Join your favorite couple as we stir up the conversation on how to keep the relationship fresh. Relationship stagnant or need a revamp? We provide tips, our experience, and so much more! Grab a glass, sip, and indulge in the conversation. We are eager to engage with you! Cocktail: New York Sour Ingredients 1/4 cup (2 ounces) bourbon (we used Woodford Reserve) 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon) 1 tablespoon (1/2 ounce) simple syrup 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) fruity red wine, such as Zinfandel or Gamay 1 strip lemon zest 1. Gather Ingredients 2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup; seal lid on shaker and shake until chilled and frost forms on shaker, about 15 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass filled with large ice cubes. 3. Gently and slowly, pour wine over the back of a spoon held just above the cocktail's surface, letting the wine float at top of glass. 4. Pinch lemon peel over the cocktail and run it around the rim of the glass; add peel to glass as a garnish. Serve immediately. Referenced Article: https://psychcentral.com/relationships/effective-ways-to-keep-your-partner-interested#plan-a-getaway
- Masculinity vs. Femininity (00:00:01)
Join your favorite couple as we stir up the conversation about masculinity and femininity. We share our personal experiences and thoughts on representation, relationship dynamics and so much! Grab a glass and get for a blast and we Sip On Love for our season 2 premiere! Referenced Article: Stereotypical Gay Male Characters in Media May Help Members of the Larger LGBTQ+ Community Self-Identify – RTF Gender and Media Culture Cocktail: Baltimore Bang! The Baltimore Bang cocktail combines bourbon, apricot brandy, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup. To assemble, the ingredients all get a wet shake and strained into an ice-filled old fashioned glass (bonus points if you make your own simple syrup). Garnish with a skewered Luxardo cherry and orange wheel. You could also serve this sophisticated bad boy in a chilled martini glass. Intro & Outro Music Credit: Sippin On Love by Nykei
- Digging Deep (00:00:02)
On this SEASON FINALE episode, your faves go a bit deeper in sharing more about our relationship, our growth and why we continue to love each other through it all. So grab a glass, fix a drink and enjoy! Featured Cocktail: Peaches & Creme Ingredients list: Crown royal peach flavored whiskey Peach Schnapps- we chose DeKuyper peachtree Cream soda- Look for a good quality cream soda for best results Instructions: 1. Fill Cocktail Shaker with ice 2. Add 1 oz of Peach Crown Royal 3. 1.5 oz of Peach Schnapps 4. Close Cocktail Shaker and shake for 30 secs 5. Pour cocktail in glass and top off with Creme Soda
- Intersectionality (00:00:01)
In this episode, your faves talk about the various aspects of identity which make up our own individual intersectionality. This conversations takes us from understanding what intersectionality is, to how one's intersectionality impacts access to power and privilege. So grab a glass, fix a drink and enjoy! Intersectionality Graphics: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Fg6rtjgNtug74OXp2uGAmweTDgplkdNx?usp=sharing Cocktail: Crown Mixes Crown Royal of your choice Chaser of your choice Add ice combine, stir and sip!
- COMMUNICATION (00:00:02)
In this episode we have the conversation about why communication is important in a relationship, our experiences in our relationship and how you can improve. Article: https://www.verywellmind.com/communication-in-relationships-why-it-matters-and-how-to-improve-5218269 Relationship Conflict Resolution: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fiUnJFFKD1nmkEOUKTp2b10Ulz-ZIvY1/view?usp=sharing Soft Start Ups: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JrhINFsIs5aB1i_wV-FI2s6vxs6wAfuc/view?usp=sharing Featured Cocktail: French Connection Ingredients: 1 1/6 oz (1 part) Cognac, 1 1/6 oz (1 part) Disaronno liqueur Preparation: Pour all ingredients directly into old fashioned glass filled with ice cubes. Stir gently. Served: On the rocks; poured over ice Drinkware: Old Fashioned glass
- Sex (Let's Talk About It) (00:00:01)
In this episode your faves talk about SEX! The good, the bad, and the questionable! From sharing our first time experiences to some of our own kinks and fantasies! Just like the convo, the drinks are flowing, so grab a glass, fix a drink and enjoy! Intimacy Games: https://intimacy.games/collections/collection Articles: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-to-talk-about-sex-with-your-partner#new-relationships Cocktail: Ingredients Ice 1 1/2 oz. vodka 1/2 oz. peach schnapps 2 oz. orange juice 2 oz. cranberry juice Orange wedge and maraschino cherries, for serving Directions Step 1 Fill a glass with ice. Add vodka, peach schnapps, and orange juice and gently stir to combine. Pour cranberry juice over. Step 2 Garnish with an orange wedge and cherries
- Boundaries (00:00:01)
On this episode your faves dive into a discussion about Boundaries: What are they? Why they matter? How to keep them? Just like the convo the drinks are flowing, so grab a glass, fix a drink and enjoy! Articles: https://studentaffairs.stanford.edu/how-life-treeting-you-importance-of-boundaries#:~:text=Boundaries%20help%20determine%20what%20is,%2C%20bosses%2C%20or%20family%20members. https://psychcentral.com/blog/imperfect/2016/07/how-to-deal-with-people-who-repeatedly-violate-your-boundaries#First,-lets-consider-a-few-of-the-variables: Featured Cocktail: Whiskey Sour 2 oz Rye Whiskey 3/4 oz Fresh Lemon Juice 3/4 oz Simple Syrup Orange half wheel, brandied cherry 1. Chill rocks glass 2. Prep orange half-wheel + cherry 3. Measure and pour rye, lemon juice, and syrup into shaker 4. Fill with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into rocks glass. Add fresh ice to cocktail 5. Garnish with orange half-wheel and cherry and serve.
- Love Languages (00:00:01)
On this episode we explore love languages and their importance in relationships. As we identify our love languages, we discuss how understanding these help to develop a deeper love and connection with one another. Grab a glass, fix a drink and enjoy! Love Languages Quiz: https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language Article: https://www.bayviewtherapy.com/amp/why-it-s-important-to-know-your-partner-s-love-language Featured Cocktail: Honey Suckle 2 oz of White Rum 3/4 oz of Honey Simple Syrup 3/4 oz of Fresh Lime Juice 1 Lemon Twist Chill the coupe glass(es) Prep Lemon Twist Measure all ingredients into shaker Fill shaker with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into coupe glass. Express twist over cocktail and serve.
- Core Values (00:00:01)
This episode shares how we have identified our individual and couple core values. We also share how these core values have aided our development through even some of the challenging times. As promised here is the featured Article and activity: https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2023/06/10/successful-couples-share-these-3-values-says-match-dating-expert.html Activity: https://sites.lsa.umich.edu/inclusive-teaching/wp-content/uploads/sites/853/2021/12/Core-Values.pdf
- Getting to Know Us (00:00:01)
This episode was about getting to know your hosts and how our future shows will flow. Fill your glass, sit back, relax and enjoy the show. Featured Cocktail: Pineapple Hennessy Lemonade Ingredients - Yields 1 pitcher Country Time Lemonade Hennessy (375 ml bottle) Pineapple Juice Water Sugar 7UP (20 oz) Make lemonade to your liking, add 1 cup of pineapple juice to your lemonade mix. Stir in at least 1/2 a bottle of Hennessy. Top with 1 bottle of 7UP. CHEERS!