It’s easy to view friendships as an “extra,” but they’re a crucial investment in our health and happiness. In this episode, Shasta Nelson, a renowned friendship expert and author, explores the profound impact of our relationships on every area of our lives.
May 5
HENRY CLOUD: How to Arrive at Your Desired Future
Getting where you want to go requires five essential elements—and we’re all missing one or two, usually without realizing it. In this episode, Michael and Joel sit down with clinical psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Henry Cloud, to discuss his new book Your Desired Future. ... Show More
1h 6m
Apr 15
KELLY MCGONIGAL: Harnessing the Hidden Gift of Stress
We've spent decades trying to reduce, manage, and protect ourselves from stress. But what if that entire strategy is backwards? In this episode, Michael and Megan sit down with Stanford health psychologist and bestselling author Kelly McGonigal to challenge the most common assump ... Show More
1h 7m
Feb 2025
Friendship Is Medicine: The Surprising Science Behind Connection | Simon Sinek
Friendship isn’t just a feel-good concept—it’s essential for your health, happiness, and longevity. In this episode of The Doctor’s Farmacy, I sit down with world-renowned author and leadership expert Simon Sinek to explore the science and psychology of friendship—why we need it, ... Show More
1h 27m
Jul 2024
How to Make Friends As An Adult, with Psychologist & Friendship Expert Dr. Miriam Kirmayer | Summer Rewind
<p>Today's summer rewind is a re-release of one of our favourites that we keep coming back to. We'll be back in September with brand new interviews!</p><p>Making friends can be intimidating at any age, but it feels especially daunting as adults. As we hit our 30s, our groups of f ... Show More
1h 7m
Nov 2020
How Friendships Improve Your Health and Help You Live Longer – Lydia Denworth with Dave Asprey : 755
<p>In this episode of Bulletproof Radio, my guest is Lydia Denworth, author of “<a href="https://lydiadenworth.com/books/friendship/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Friendship: The Evolution, Biology, and Extraordinary Power of Life’s Fundamental Bon</a>d.” Our discuss ... Show More
53m 52s
Aug 2025
3716: Simple Ways to Make Your Home Age-Friendly by Ryan Frederick of Here.life on Wellbeing and Longevity
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3716: Ryan Frederick emphasizes that while financial security is vital for a longer life, social capital, the strength of o ... Show More
9m 57s
Nov 2024
How To Set EFFECTIVE Boundaries Without Sabotaging Your Relationships
<p>In this powerful masterclass focusing on family relationships, I sit down with three remarkable guests who share their profound insights on marriage, family, success, authenticity, and personal growth. Best-selling author Melissa Urban shares transformative wisdom about creati ... Show More
1h 19m
Oct 2024
Are Your Friends Holding You Back?
Do you ever wonder if the people in your life are truly supporting your growth, or if they might be holding you back from achieving your full potential? In this eye-opening episode, Brendon Burchard, the world’s top high performance coach, dives into the impact of friendships on ... Show More
21m 4s
Jun 2025
3 Rules to Reconnect with Old Friends | Anna Goldfarb
Modern life has made friendship feel more confusing, fragile, and isolating than ever. In this episode, journalist and author Anna Goldfarb joins us to unpack the paradox of modern friendship — why we’re lonelier despite being more connected, and what we can do to build stronger, ... Show More
1h 3m