What happens when two friendship geeks get together? Well that's basically today's episode!

My guest today is one of the most trusted voices when it comes to connection and friendships. Anna Goldfarb is the author of "Modern Friendship,' a renowned book exploring how friendships have evolved and how to sustain meaningful friendships in today's world. She writes regularly for outlets like the New York Times, becoming an expert in friendship in America today.

She brings sociology, her own experiences, data and the psychology in a palatable way to the public. We discuss about how we can make our friendships the sources of a fun-filled, joyful life in today's times.

Check out this insightful and fun episode!

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Long before loneliness became a headline, epidemic and policy issue, our guest today was talking about it and its effects! Jacqueline Olds is a longtime faculty member at Harvard Medical School as a psychiatrist.

Decades before we were talking about the social effects of loneliness, Olds was studying how disconnection affects our relationships, physical fitness and mental health. With bestsellers like the Lonely American, Olds is truly the trailblazer providing us with the insights and wisdom with regards to social isolation.

We talk about the difficult question - do we just simply need each other and genuine, vulnerable relationships instead of outsourcing our inner struggles?

Check out this deeply insightful conversation with Dr. Olds!

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This conversation REALLY needed a part 2! Phil Levin is a community strategist, urban planner and founder Live Near Friends, a social real estate platform. Phil just doesn't talk the talk - he is walking the walk, living in a proximate community with friends!

We continue our reflective and fun-filled conversation on building thriving communities. Check out Part 1 if you haven't!

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