Rebecca J. Lester
Anthropologist and licensed clinical social worker who researches relationships and non-monogamy, and is the featured expert discussing polyamory in this episode and in a Scientific American article.
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Feb 25, 2026 • 15min
The science behind polyamory
Rebecca J. Lester, an anthropologist and clinical social worker who studies relationships and non-monogamy, breaks down polyamory and its emphasis on consent and communication. She contrasts myths with lived practices. Topics include how multiple romantic ties function, ethical obligations versus cheating, negotiation of autonomy, and lessons that can strengthen any relationship.
