April 26th, 1991. Geraldo Rivera’s namesake talk show talks to committed couples, starting with would they approve of their children living this way.
“It’s a matter of choice. At a certain age…when the appropriate time comes we would tell them what we’re into, not promote it to them…”
After we hear from Marty and Liz, who carry on with an open relationship despite having children, we move to Ian Kennedy and Lynne Payne. Lynne does not discriminate based on sex, though she prefers women, and Ian will go along with her choices. They claim the open and honest nature of their relationship helps with self-awareness. James Lightner and Jenny Friend close out the segment explaining their marriage — while many things go there are in fact boundaries.
Open marriages and relationships continue to exist in America well into 2026.
This day, Geraldo’s television history.