Best The Radical Connector Podcasts (2025)

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Using Data to Manage the Friendship Mental Load With Mark Houghton 52:57

2d ago52:57

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When was the last time you just called a friend because you wanted to talk? We carry these super computers in our pockets, but sometimes, using them to stay in touch feels more complicated than ever. There are some people we can ring spontaneously. Others require multiple rounds of scheduling. This episode is about the gap between wanting to stay c…

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How Deep Friendship Can Impact Radical Change with Priya Vulchi 1:09:07

7d ago1:09:07

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Sometimes friendship can be a powerful force for social and political change. This is according to today’s guest, Priya Vulchi, author of the newly-released (and AMAZING!) Good Friends: Bonds That Change Us and the World, which offers a resounding cry that friendship is vital, not just for individual well-being, but for humanity itself. Priya is th…

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Super Psyched: The 4 Types of Connection We All Need with Dr. Adam Dorsay 1:08:31

23d ago1:08:31

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Have you ever stopped to think about what connection actually IS? How do you define the multi-faceted thing that we talk about all the time on this podcast? That’s what our guest, Dr. Adam Dorsay, is tasked with in this episode. Dr. Dorsay is a licensed psychologist, executive coach to high-achieving adults in Silicon Valley, host of the award-winn…

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The Easy Ask 19:22

30d ago19:22

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Who in your life are you most consistently connected to? Is it a partner? A roommate? A friend, sibling, or parent? Now tell me this: when was the last time you wanted to lean into an interest, and you automatically asked this particular person to join … even though it wasn’t their thing? I call this the “easy ask,” and I think it’s a universal exp…

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The Awkwardness of Making Friends When You Can’t Rely on Proximity 27:39

1M ago27:39

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A few months ago, I made a professional connection, and the energy felt good. As we neared the end of our working relationship, I realized I didn’t want this connection to end – but there was no logical way for us to get together. We weren’t in the same industry. I didn’t know if we had overlapping hobbies. The whole situation got me thinking about…

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How Small Acts of Kindness Can Create Monumental Ripple Effects with Bryan Driscoll, author of The Goodness Game 52:38

1M ago52:38

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Do you ever think about how one small act of kindness can literally change the direction of someone's life? What if YOU could cause that turning point? Today I’m sitting with Bryan Driscoll, author of The Goodness Game, who took an act of kindness he received 20 years ago in Orlando and, with the help of a Craigslist ad, paid it forward in a way th…

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Speed Friending With Georgia Huntley 45:34

2M ago45:34

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There are endless ways to make friends as an adult, and today we’re diving into one I have never covered before: speed friending. To some of you, this will sound terrifying at first, but stick with me, because it’s actually pretty brilliant! Today’s guest is Georgia Huntley, founder of Friends of Friends, who is doing something really special in th…

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Taking Political Action and Being a Connector Instead of an “Online Warrior” 27:48

2M ago27:48

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During the pandemic, like many others, I felt politically charged, and I channeled this energy into being an online warrior. On social media, I reposted it all, making it clear where I stood – only to realize this wasn’t my highest use. I wasn’t actually reading the books or taking the actions. I wondered: what could I do instead? That’s how I ende…

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Do You Enjoy Your Friendships? 26:23

2M ago26:23

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Are you enjoying your friendships? Are you able to be present with your people and soak up your time together? So often, people focus on what’s missing in their friendships. They have this idea of what “peak” friendship might look like, which gets in the way of being grateful for what is there. I’m here to remind you that there is a stark contrast …

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Friendship Time Capsule: What I Wish I Could Tell My Younger Self 21:13

2M ago21:13

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One of you asked me an amazing question the other day: If you could tell your younger self one thing about friendship, what would you tell her? I spend so much time thinking about community and connection – probably much more than the average person – and I have learned a lot since my youth. Some realizations I’m having at 35 are realizations a lot…

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The Friend Who Got Away: Regrets, Reality Checks & Why Some Friendships Haunt Us 19:01

3M ago19:01

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Do you ever drive past a former friend’s house and find yourself flooded with memories? Suddenly, you start thinking: what would it be like if you still talked? Maybe it’s just a fleeting thought, but maybe this thought really stings. As much as we like to think of certain friendships being “done,” it’s never really the case. Today’s episode is abo…

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Create Content that Builds Trust with Tara McEwen 48:19

3M ago48:19

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Send us a text Ready to create content that genuinely connects with your audience and builds lasting trust? In this episode with Tara McEwen, we explore how to develop meaningful and strategic content that goes beyond promoting your services. We focus on sharing what drives you, why you love your work, and how your values can resonate with your aud…

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Pet Peeves: The Things We Never Talk About 25:15

3M ago25:15

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Everyone’s allowed to have pet peeves. It’s normal and bound to happen. In this episode, I talk about common pet peeves; my friends’ pet peeves; and my own pet peeves. Do you ignore them? Deal with them? (Also, how DO you deal with them?) Some people say to write off friends whose tendencies are driving you crazy. My thought: it’s a lot of work to …

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Why Nobody is Buying Your Digital Course (And How to Fix It!) 33:55

3M ago33:55

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Send us a text Your digital course is amazing, so why the heck isn’t anyone buying it? 😩 If you've launched your course only to hear crickets, you’re not alone. So many new entrepreneurs fall into the same traps when trying to sell their digital products ... and they're a pretty big deal. In this episode, Lindsay breaks down the top three heartbrea…

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The Friendship Guilt Spiral 16:34

3M ago16:34

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Recently, I left a text message from a friend unanswered for ten days. It’s not something I’m proud of. All I needed to do was respond to this friend, but the more time that passed, the more it felt like a bigger response was needed. For ten days, I woke up, knowing I needed to respond to this text message, feeling worse and worse. Then, yesterday,…

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Slow Entrepreneurship with Lindsay 35:35

3M ago35:35

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Send us a text This Week We're Slowing Things Down! In a world that glorifies hustle, what if the key to success is actually slowing down? Building a business doesn't have to mean burnout, stress, and non-stop hustle. Instead, slow entrepreneurship helps you create a business that aligns with your lifestyle, goals, and energy—without sacrificing yo…

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We are ALL Deserving of Help with Laura Malcolm, founder/CEO of Give InKind 58:21

3M ago58:21

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Have you ever had to FIGHT somebody in order to help them? I’ll bet we all have that friend who meets you with resistance when you offer to show up for them. “It’s too much,” they tell you – even if it’s no trouble at all. Today, we continue our conversation about giving and receiving support with Laura Malcolm, the founder and CEO of Give InKind, …

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The Hidden Costs of Being the “Strong Friend” 31:21

4M ago31:21

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I used to love being the “strong friend.” For awhile, it was a large part of my identity, and I’d brag about dropping anything to help a friend in need. In retrospect, it’s easy to see how being the “strong friend” came naturally to me. I had a complex, traumatic childhood, and as the eldest daughter, I became a caregiver at a very young age and de…

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Ep.34: Rewriting Your Success Story: Goal Setting for the Neurodivergent Leader's Mind 16:56

4M ago16:56

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Send us a text In today's episode, I share a personal moment from my weekly walk with Pierre that sparked a deeper reflection about hope, perspective, and goal-setting in challenging times. As neurodivergent leaders, we often wrestle with maintaining hope while juggling high expectations and internal dialogue. This episode offers a fresh perspectiv…

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Being Brave Enough to Show Up 35:43

4M ago35:43

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At the time this episode airs, there are devastating wildfires in Los Angeles – and yet, I’ve seen some beautiful levels of response. When something bad happens, whether to one person or an entire community, people want to help. Consequently, I’ve been thinking a lot about how people show up for one another. In a world where so many feel disconnect…

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Permission to Host Imperfectly (and Consequently Host More Often) 35:10

4M ago35:10

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Think of a space you feel completely comfortable in that’s not your own home. For me, it’s my grandparents’ house. I can easily picture their front porch, where my grandmother waited for us; the table we played cards at; and the garden, where I spent hours talking to them while picking green beans. We’ve been trained by the internet to believe supe…

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Unencumbered: A Misfit Entrepreneurs' Guide to 2025 24:36

4M ago24:36

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Send us a text This Week We're Getting Reflective! We say no to things that aren't for us so that we can say yes to the things that are. Even though you can do something, is it what's right for you right now? Does it fit with your goals? With your lifestyle? Is it something you even want to do? In this week's episode join Lindsay for a journey into…

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You Say You Want a Village … But do you? 36:44

4M ago36:44

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Your village is out there, waiting for you. It might even be knocking on your door, and you haven’t realized. People often think they need to make enormous shifts to find community; they need to move to a tiny village on the other side of the world or into a compound in the woods. But that’s not true. Here’s what you actually need: subtle shifts an…

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A Recap of 2024: My Illness, Podcast Growth, and What’s Ahead in 2025 22:15

5M ago22:15

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The year 2024 feels like an absolute whirlwind. Where did the time go? Today’s episode was inspired by one of my podcast producers, Alison, who told me she loves episodes this time of year that take you behind the scenes, which feels good to me; I want to catch you up on what’s been going on. As you may know, I’ve been struggling with health issues…

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How to Talk to Friends About Celebrating Holidays Together 31:03

5M ago31:03

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I sobbed in the car about the holidays this week – but not for reasons you might think. Here’s what made me emotional: I am so grateful and excited for the ways we are celebrating our holidays this year. It could not be further from the reasons I’ve car sobbed in years past. Some of you are already excited about the holidays, and I love that for yo…

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Ep.33 - Radical Self-Celebration: A Neurodivergent Leader's Guide to Showing Up Fully 8:32

5M ago8:32

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Send us a text Hey there, amazing human! In this episode, I'm share my thoughts and practical tips about something we don't talk about enough: celebrating ourselves. And I mean REALLY celebrating - not the surface-level stuff, but the deep, radical act of seeing and honoring your own journey. As a neurodivergent leader, I know how easy it is to get…

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Creating Traditions that Stick (Hint: Sustainability is Key!) 33:47

5M ago33:47

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Traditions are incessant. They HAVE to keep happening. That’s what makes them traditions! So how do you create traditions that stick around month after month, year after year? In my opinion, it’s all about sustainability. Traditions have to be something you can maintain on some level as life changes. Otherwise they fizzle out and aren’t traditions …

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Let’s Talk Chosen Family 35:04

5M ago35:04

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If you’ve listened to this podcast before, then you know the concept of the chosen family is very important to me personally. Some people in my chosen family play a variety of roles. Some play just one. Some are back-ups; others are back-ups for my back-ups. Cumulatively, it all adds up: today I feel more supported than I ever have in my life. I’ve…

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Ep.32: From Stuck to Unstoppable: The Power of Asking for Help 14:32

6M ago14:32

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Send us a text In this episode, discover why asking for help isn't a weakness, but your ultimate career strategy. I share transformative insights for neurodivergent, high-achieving women struggling to move forward. Learn how building a support network can be your secret weapon for personal and professional growth. Key Takeaways: Breaking the myth o…

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Filling Your Life With Transformational Spaces and Believing Mirrors With Debra Driscoll 44:11

6M ago44:11

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A few years ago, Debra Driscoll was living in Brooklyn, navigating a long-distance relationship and a life split between the city and the sea. Then, in 2020, her world was turned upside down. Instead of seeing this as a setback, Debra took it as an opportunity to fast-forward her dreams and create something beautiful. Now Debra is a spiritual teach…

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Getting Less Passive and More Active on Podcasts and Social Media With Sharon Walters 1:03:34

6M ago1:03:34

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Many times on this podcast, I’ve talked about how powerful virtual connection can be, with the caveat: are you ACTUALLY engaging, or are you just lurking? Today we dive into connection through podcasts and social media, emphasizing active over passive consumption. Our guest is Sharon Walters, a coach and author who has made it her mission to transf…

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Ep. 31: Quieting Negative Self-Talk - Your Guide to Kinder Self-Dialogue 10:25

6M ago10:25

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Send us a text In this episode, we explore how negative self-talk shows up in our daily lives and practical ways to transform it. Whether you're battling the endless "shoulds" or wrestling with impostor syndrome, you'll learn three powerful techniques to build a healthier relationship with your inner voice. 🎯 Key Takeaways: Identify and transform "…

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How to Stop Saying ‘Someday’ and Plan That Trip With Your Friends! 28:48

6M ago28:48

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I just got back from this wild, adventurous, 11-day road trip with my friend to see two Taylor Swift concerts on opposite sides of the country. How did we make it happen? Partly, the stars aligned; partly, we’re privileged in that we’re self-employed, childless, and could afford it; but also, we just went for it. It was so fun and actually inspired…

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Episode 30 - Globe-Trotting Wisdom: Turning Life Experience into Soul Work, with my guest Anelor 20:17

6M ago20:17

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Send us a text In today's episode, I'm happy to have another guest. What do you get when you blend 24 years of international adventures, three growing daughters, and a natural gift for connecting with others? Meet our fascinating guest, who's transformed her journey through Dubai, Amsterdam, London, and California into a unique approach to coaching…

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Welcome to the Toastmasters: Formal Communities with Brendan Smith 43:40

6M ago43:40

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In this episode, I pull back the curtain on one of my own formal communities: the Toastmasters. Today’s guest is Brendan Smith, a member of the Toastmasters chapter I was part of. Toastmasters is an international speaking club and educational organization, and for four years, Brendan and I met with the group every Thursday: sometimes online, someti…

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Navigating Friendship Through Chronic Illness 59:58

7M ago59:58

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This episode, about navigating friendship through chronic illness, is deeply personal to me. In last week’s episode, I shared about my own recent health issues, but I think this information is good to have no matter your situation. Chances are, chronic illness will impact somebody in your life in your lifetime. Today’s guest is Catherine, a busines…

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Episode 29 -The Power of Coaching: Finding Purpose in Life's Transitions (like expatriation), with my guest Charlotte Perler 19:41

7M ago19:41

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Send us a text In this episode, I talk to Charlotte, a fellow francophone coach (pardon our accents), who discovered her passion for coaching during a career transition in the midst of the COVID pandemic. Charlotte shares how she stumbled upon coaching while feeling unfulfilled in her project management job and the transformative impact it had on h…

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Celebrating 100 Episodes – Plus, an Extensive Look at the Wheel of Connection 1:03:31

7M ago1:03:31

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This whole podcast was only a dream a couple years ago, and here we are now with 100 episodes. Thank you for being here, for listening, and for sharing these conversations with your friends. In this episode, I share some life updates and talk intensely about the Wheel of Connection (view this visual diagram!), which is a foundational concept to my …

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Is Individualism Costing Us More Than We Realize? 1:02:29

7M ago1:02:29

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Individualism is woven so deeply into the fabric of American culture that sometimes we don’t even notice it. But what if this cornerstone of our culture is costing us more than we realize? Today’s guest is James F. Richardson, a cultural anthropologist who spent two decades studying American society – which included living a more communal life in S…

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Breaking Through One-Sided Connections With Chrissy Marie 1:00:39

7M ago1:00:39

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Have you ever felt like you’re ALWAYS the one giving a shoulder to cry on – but don’t have one to cry on yourself? I think it’s a common issue among friends. Personally, I used to brag about how I’d drop everything to help a friend in need – but I eventually discovered it wasn’t sustainable, and my friends didn’t reciprocate in quite the same way. …

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Email Marketing without the Ick 7:18

7M ago7:18

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Send us a text You ever notice you join some people’s email lists and genuinely feel like part of a community and then you join others and you just feel like a mark? I’ve been noticing an influx of emails in my own inbox recently that have no regard for me as a person and seemingly no interest in me as a member of their community. We’ve all been th…

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Episode 28 - Reinvent Yourself & Silence the Critic (Expat Series Coming Up!) 15:02

7M ago15:02

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Send us a text In today’s episode, I explore what it means to reinvent yourself—not by changing who you are, but by embracing your strengths, understanding your values, and identifying what truly matters. I give you practical strategies for managing burnout, overcoming imposter syndrome, and building resilience by recognizing and reshaping your inn…

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How to Set Bridges Instead of Boundaries with Zya Be 55:18

8M ago55:18

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Have you ever hesitated to set a boundary with a friend for fear of pushing them away? Or, maybe you found yourself on the receiving end of unspoken expectations and left guessing what your friend truly needed. Our friendships are some of the only relationships we have by choice – but sometimes that freedom can make us hesitate to trust. We’re subc…

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Episode 27: From Overwhelm to Alignment: A Nature-Based Reset for High-Achieving NeuroSpicy Women 10:34

8M ago10:34

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Send us a text In this episode, I explore how nature can be your go-to for managing stress and reconnecting with yourself. Why Nature is Your New Best Friend Nature acts like a mental reset button Helps quiet negative self-talk Even looking at nature pictures can calm your brain Benefits for the "NeuroSpicy" Brain I know many of you have minds that…

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10 Friendship Hot Takes 37:32

8M ago37:32

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Today I’m going to share my personal hot takes about friendship. If you’ve been listening to Friendship IRL for a while, you’ll recognize some of these ideas, but some thoughts are new, and some I haven’t presented as directly as I do today. I was inspired by Danielle Bayard Jackson’s recent episode on the Friend Forward podcast, “6 Hot Takes on Fe…

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Reconnecting With Old Friends When You’ve Become a Different Version of Yourself with Linda Mueller 59:53

8M ago59:53

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Imagine you’ve made the move you’ve always dreamed of. You live on the other side of the world and experience a new culture. It changes how you see your life – and almost imperceptibly, it changes you, too. When you return home, things are different among your friends. You don’t fit in the way you used to. Today’s guest, Linda Mueller, has lived th…

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Easing Burnout With Social Connections with Lesley Waldron 49:59

8M ago49:59

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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed and exhausted by everything you have to do (while still worrying you aren’t doing enough!) then this episode is for you. Today I’m talking about burnout with Lesley Waldron, is a burnout coach who is also a sandwich caregiver (a parent and caregiver to a parent). Much of our conversation tackles this conundrum: frien…

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Who We Are Right Now: The Benefits of Making New Friends and Starting Over with Leannda Shearer 59:02

8M ago59:02

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There’s no better way to test your friendship skills than to move to a new city, and today’s guest, Leannda Shearer, has moved to a new city not once or twice but eight different times! So, at this point, you could say she’s an expert at building a support system. With each new move, she’s learned that it takes not just the right skillset but also …

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How to Not Live Vicariously Anymore with Christine Hetzel 48:53

9M ago48:53

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Sometimes, when our social lives feel lacking, we find ourselves living vicariously through others and wondering: how come they’re all living their lives and I’m not? This is the experience today’s guest, Christine Hetzel, found herself in during a kind of quarter-life crisis. To turn her friendship situation around, she took the initiative and beg…

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How to Stop Dreading Parties and Take Charge of Your Guest Experience 27:48

9M ago27:48

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If you’re somebody who dreads going to a party, then this episode is for you. Sometimes the couch feels more appealing than going out into the world and socializing, and I get it. Attending a gathering takes energy. Sometimes it feels awkward. But gatherings can also make us feel inspired and supported and invigorated. Today I offer an approach tha…

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