On today’s episode of Do You Take This Man? soon-to-be-married couple, Steven and Ryan share their story as bisexual polyamorous man and trans man who found in each other, the one. And, if there is one thing that this episode will teach is that vulnerability, negotiation, honesty and communication are the bedrocks of every relationship. We have a lot to learn from our bisexual and trans brothers. And no matter how queer as folk each of us is, it all comes down to a first dance and a family van with the man of our dreams.

On this episode of Do You Take This Man? we are talking vows. And ceremonies. And toasts. Because there is nothing more essential to making your wedding unique than the words you share at it. We are joined by Steven Greitzer, founder of Provenance, the online service dedicated to helping you find what to say when you walk down the aisle and raise a glass. Don't go it alone when it comes to expressing your love to the man of your dreams. Turn to Provenance.co.

On this episode of Do You Take This Man?, we raise a glass to veteran and vintner, Brad and his husband and chef, Danny. We learn how they are building both a marriage and a winery together. Hear how they are "rare birds" in the rare world of winemaking, both as one of the few gay couples in the industry and as winemakers who strip back the pretense of enjoying a fine glass of wine.
Discover more about Brad & Danny's winery, Mercury Wine.
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When it comes to relationship advice, one might not turn to a reality-star-turned-OnlyFans-star for guidance. But our conversation with Bruno—the breakout star of Season 5 of Below Deck and one of OnlyFans biggest content creators—revealed just how much wisdom a life lived while the cameras are on can share with those of us living life in a relationship with the cameras off.
It won't come as much of a surprise that honesty and deep communication is core to a strong bond, but what we also learned from Bruno is that jealousy, sharing fetishes and cheating can fuel a healthy relationship. Keep listening to find out how and hear how Bruno and his soon-to-be Alex's relationship is a deeply connected one.
Support Bruno at https://linktr.ee/brunobelowdeck
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In this episode, we meet three men—Daniel, Caleb, and Will—who have been in a throuple for the past five years. They tell their story about becoming a throuple, connecting to other throuples in the community, and how they're helping evolve our understanding of relationships. We discuss communication, sex, and common misperceptions of throuples.
Follow along with Daniel, Caleb and Will on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/3dudes1life/
Learn about their work with Out at the Fair: https://www.outatthefair.com/
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Welcome host Eduardo Braniff to the "Do You Take This Man?" podcast! In this episode, Eduardo introduces us to his dear friends Jay and Mason. They discuss their marriage, both before and after it was legally recognized, and talk about how we are challenging the institution of marriage to evolve.
Mason is also the founder of OUTWORDS, an organization that captures, preserves, and shares the stories of LGBTQ+ elders, to build community and catalyze social change.
Browse the amazing stories on OUTWORDS to learn queer history from the people who made it. Consider making a donation to preserve the LGBTQ+ community's remarkable legacy.

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Bailey and Eron join the "Do You Take This Man?" podcast to share about their experiences as out gay active duty military service members. We talk about the stereotypes of each branch of the military (Which one has the most gays?) and get a glimpse into their lives as new dads. 

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Husbands and fathers Brian and Ty tell us how it takes a village to bring a child into the world. We talk about how they knew they were ready to become dads, what was important during the surrogacy process, and how life has changed since they became parents. Hear about Brian & Ty's unique special relationship with their surrogate and about the twists and turns along the path to parenthood.
Read Brian & Ty's Wedding Feature on Men's Vows

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Husbands-to-be John and Alex are Americans living in Shanghai. We talk about the little daily challenges they face as a couple while living in a foreign country and how their experience abroad shapes their relationship. They tell us about their unique perspective on weddings: they're more than just a party... planning a wedding grants us a glimpse into one another's values. 
Read John & Alex's feature on Men's Vows.


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Elle Magazine says that today's guest "sounds how I imagine a warm shortbread cookie might talk if it came to life." What a treat for us all! The lovable Coinneach MacLeod is a TikTok sensation and now the published author of The Hebridean Baker: Recipes and Wee Stories from the Scottish Islands. Journey with Sam and Coinneach to the Scottish Islands in today's episode. 
Get your copy of The Hebridean Baker Recipe Book. 
Fall in love with the Outer Hebrides in Coinneach's TikTok videos.

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Richard Dusseau, co-founder of Men's Vows, returns to "Do You Take This Man?" to answer some frequently asked questions about the Men's Vows Wedding Directory. We talk about how weddings have changed in recent years to be more inclusive and how the industry will continue to evolve. Hear how the Men's Vows team is doing its part to support groom-friendly wedding vendors. Share this episode with engaged couples and wedding vendors who support gay grooms.
Visit the Men's Vows Wedding Directory for Grooms.

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James offers a unique perspective on parenthood as he is the father to two children. His daughter was born into a heterosexual marriage in the 1990s, and his son was born in 2020 with two fathers. James opens up about the details of the surrogate process and the effects of a miscarriage. We daydream about what the next generation has to look forward to, and Sam admits who he would ask to donate eggs for him to have children.
Read more stories of gay couples at Men's Vows.

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In Part Two of the conversation between the host (Sam) and his boyfriend (Zack) we explore the reasons why we think we work as a couple. We address the fear of change as relationships get serious and how to shift your mindset to manage that fear. Zack’s grandma comes up on multiple occasions in this conversation, so it’s clear how much he values relationship advice from her. Zack also finds a moment to set the record straight on which Hogwarts House he truly belongs in.

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This episode's guest is none other than the boyfriend (Zack) of the host (Sam). We find out how Zack truly feels about surprises and hear the origin story of their relationship—and the origin story of this podcast. Zack tells us what it was like meeting Sam's family for the first time. We talk about the keys to a healthy relationship and get honest with each other about the challenges in a relationship. You'll also get to hear a big announcement!

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We were hungry for more from some of our favorite episodes of "Do You Take This Man?" These are the deleted scenes from episodes with Will & James, Chris & Clay, Marcelino & Edwin, Samuel Anthony, and Bryan & Chris. Included are questions from Sam's two favorite ways to get people talking about relationships: Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love (John M. Gottman, Doug Abrams, Rachel Carlton Abrams, Julie L Schwartz) and the New York Times 36 Questions that Lead to Love (Daniel Jones).

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Join expert wedding planners from around the United States in this panel discussion on inclusivity. Jason Mitchell Kahn, the resident Men's Vows wedding expert, hosts the discussion. He's joined by Christina and Adam of Dos Goats Plans (Minneapolis) and Julian of Julian Leaver Events (Dallas). Hear how these planners create unforgettable experiences for their grooms and what they are looking forward to the most for the weddings to come.
Julian Leaver Events
Dos Goats Plans

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We congratulate McCae and Ike on their engagement as we hear the hot tub proposal story, and we stand firm with the grooms-to-be in the face of discrimination. Listen to the couple talk about what it was like to be turned down by a local wedding venue. Hear them describe the reaction of the community and what that means for their future. Help us share stories like these so we can change the world to become more embracing.
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Husbands and hosts of the Real House Husbands podcast Tim and Rod were the winners of The Amazing Race in Australia. We talk about Pride Parties, gay dating in Australia, and responding to negative comments online. Tim and Rod share how the stay confident and support each other. 
Follow Tim & Rod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timandrod/
Listen to the Real House Husbands Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0eghQFQ4lOV6E6lPAjZIE6?si=NVyFIciuTKWL4EjQ3zjqqQ&dl_branch=1
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Whether your dream vacation involves a hike through the national parks of Moab, Utah, a surprisingly delightful river cruise through Europe, or a foray into the ancient world of Egypt, we’re regaining our ability to travel the world alongside our loved ones. Join Richard and Jennifer as they discuss all that travel has to offer and why you should invest in a professional to help make it count!
Learn about the Men's Vows + Valerie Wilson Travel partnership: https://valeriewilsontravel.com/mensvows/
Get inspired by Valerie Wilson Travel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vwt_travel/

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Jason and Sam team up to interview Jake Cohen, a "nice Jewish boy who loves food." Jake talks about how he celebrates the diversity in what it means to be Jewish, including the way food can represent the blending of cultures. We love asking about how Jake (a trained chef) and his husband (a pianist) work together in the kitchen. The conversation gets really interesting as we talk about our relationships to food and our bodies, Jewish wedding traditions, and hospitality as a way to build community.
Get cookin' with Jake's cookbook Jew-ish: https://www.wakeandjake.com/jewish-a-cookbook
Get hungry on Jake's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakecohen/

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