MAKING CONNECTIONS: January 2025 podcast playlist
The world has changed in profound ways over the past few years, and so has the way we connect with one another. The pandemic reshaped our relationships—both personal and professional—and forced us to rethink how we communicate, collaborate, and build community. Now, as we emerge from this challenging period, we are faced with a new reality: how do we re-establish and strengthen the connections that were disrupted? This podcast playlist delves into the science and art of building meaningful relationships, from fostering trust to embracing vulnerability. Through powerful stories and actionable insights, the episodes will show how connecting with others goes beyond networking—it’s about creating genuine bonds that lead to growth, collaboration, and positive change. Together, let’s discover how we can turn this new chapter into an opportunity to build deeper, more meaningful connections that will last long into the future.
PARASOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS: November 2024 podcast playlist
This month we’re diving into a fascinating and increasingly relevant topic: parasocial relationships. These are one-sided connections where individuals form emotional bonds with media figures, celebrities, or fictional characters without any reciprocal interaction. In our digital age, where social media and online content dominate, understanding these relationships is crucial as they profoundly impact our perceptions, emotions, and behaviors. From the comforting familiarity of a favorite podcast host to the deep admiration for a beloved influencer, parasocial relationships shape how we connect with the world around us. Join me as we explore how these bonds form, their psychological effects, and their broader implications for our social lives and mental health.
Bonus podcast playlist: ROMANCE GONE WRONG
Oof. Romance is tricky. It can be an amazing, whirlwind, butterflies-in-your-tummy experience. But, when it goes wrong, it can go so terribly wrong. And, what is it about a train wreck that compels us to watch? Well, this playlist lets you do just that. Lean back and watch the s*%t hit the fan in these stories of romance gone wrong.
Fixing Things: July 2021 podcast playlist
Each episode in this podcast playlist attempts to solve a different problem: a relationship, loneliness, racism, recycling, & higher education.
Friendship Podcast Playlist Roundup
A discussion of the January podcast playlist on FRIENDSHIP. We also hear thoughts from some of our PBC members and share a few podcast recommendations.
Friendship: January 2021 podcast playlist
Research shows that maintaining friendships is a key to happiness. People who are more connected report greater levels of life satisfaction. However, it seems that we prioritize romantic relationships while relegating platonic ones to the backseat. We’ve heard over and over again that loneliness is an epidemic, but making new friends as an adult can be challenging. This playlist explores the importance of friendships with a focus on practical tips and stories about specific types of friendships.
Looking for Love: PBC Podcast [Episode 12]
Welcome to the new format of the Podcast Brunch Club podcast. In this episode, my new co-host (Sara DaSilva of Audible Feast) and I recorded our reactions to the PBC podcast playlist on Looking for Love.
Looking for Love: Podcast Playlist
Dating. Ugh. What can I say? I’ve done it. I hated it. As a woman who dated into her late 30s, I can say from experience that it’s rough out there! But, dating was a means to an end: finding love. Love was lurking out there somewhere–I just needed to find it, pin it down, and make it submit to my will. In honor of the sometimes adored, sometimes abhorred Valentine’s Day, let’s dive into looking for love this month.
Love & Heartache: Listening List
This month Chicago PBClubber, Adela (that’s me!), made the selections. The listenings are lengthier than in the past because it’s a series. The podcast is called “Strangers,” which is part of the Radiotopia network. Strangers is hosted and produced by Lea Thau, who used to direct the Moth. Each episode features true stories about the […]
Health & Relationships: Listening List
You hear it said often: as long as you have your health. Well, what if you don’t? This month’s podcasts explore deterioration of health and its effect on relationships. August’s podcasts were chosen by Chicago PBClubbers, Lynn and Juleen. This month we are going to try something new to move the conversation along: please bring […]
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