
Whitney Goodman is a licensed marriage and family therapist and author on a mission to help adult family members have better relationships. Each week, Whitney has conversations with influential guests and real people to help listeners find new ways of looking at old family problems.Calling Home is available every Tuesday and Thursday wherever you get your podcasts.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 216 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureEducationSelf-ImprovementRelationships | |||

Did you ever feel like you’re in a conversation where the other person is just waiting for you to stop talking while they load up something to say? You can talk to members of your family every single day and still feel completely unheard. And it work... more
In this Q&A episode, Whitney answers two follow-up questions from her viral episode on parental curiosity. First, from a listener who wants to stay connected with an 81-year old father who has never once shown curiosity. Second, the opposite problem:... more
Is estrangement a privilege for the middle class and the rich? Whitney pushes back on the argument that cutting off family is something only wealthy people do, not because the critique is entirely wrong, but because it's drawing the wrong conclusion.... more
In this Q&A episode, Whitney answers two questions from people who love their families but are struggling with dynamics that aren't working. First, someone who spent their whole life as the family mediator and peacemaker, has done years of their own ... more
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I discovered this podcast in the last month and wow- it is like a warm soft blanket. As an adult that has been estranged from my mother for over 10 years, I always felt like “is it just me?” It is such a life saver to not feel alone.
Thank you for sharing your work and expertise. The profound impact it has on my quality of life is beyond any grateful words I can write in a review. I never miss an episode, and revisit them when needed. Thank you
I’ve been struggling with estrangement for 30 years. In this podcast, Whitney and her guests say all the things I’ve thought but was afraid to truly feel. Their completely non-judgmental thoughtfulness and insights have helped me so much - highly recommended.
Listening to this show has made a significant positive impact on my life. It has helped me better understand and navigate my relationship with both my family of origin and my in-laws. It has also helped me process my feelings around these complex and at times difficult relationships. Whitney provides thoughtful comments to listener questions and I really enjoy the pop culture commentary as a way to unpack family dysfunction.
Super well researched. Thanks so much Whitney, can’t put into words how helpful your podcast has been. 💜
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This show explores family dynamics, estrangement, boundaries, and healing through clinically informed conversations with guests and listeners. Episodes commonly cover emotional neglect, parentification, narcissistic patterns, and strategies for managing grief, guilt, and decision-making around reconciliation or separation. A standout element is the practical, action-oriented guidance—scripts, boundary-setting tools, and community resources—that help adult children navigate complex relationships and rebuild fulfilling lives. The host brings a steady, empathetic presence and often ties insights to broader cultural and psychological research, sometimes highlighting supportive groups like a related membership community. This blend of therapy-in... more
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Recent guests on CALLING HOME include:
1. Emma Mahony
2. Stephanie Lindeman
3. Meg Josephson
4. Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart
5. Dr. Tracy Dalgleish
6. Dr. Juli Fraga
7. Kate Gray
8. Dr. Ingrid Clayton
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