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Dear Nina: Conversations About Friendship

Nina Badzin
Friendship
Communication
Social Media
Mental Health
Camp Friendships
Teenage Friendships
Friendship Dynamics
Brain Cancer
Five Senses
Summer Camp
Therapy
Mixed Media
Resilience
Emotional Growth
Parenting
Nostalgia
Personal Growth
Hearing Loss
Childhood Memories
Vulnerability

Dear Nina: Conversations About Friendship is THE podcast for nuanced advice about managing the ups and downs of friendship. As seen in NPR, The Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, The Guardian, Time Magazine, and elsewhere, listeners appreciate Nina's practical take on friendship issues.

Are you the friend who ALWAYS reaches out first? Or is your friend more invested in the friendship than you a... more

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Recent Guests

Hannah Rosenberg
Instagram poet and author of 'Same' which explores themes of friendship and emotional vulnerability
Instagram
Episode: #170 - The Friend Who Really Sees You (with Hannah Rosenberg)
Linda-Marie Barrett
Author of 'Creating a Salon' and executive director of the Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance
Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance
Episode: #169 - Hosting a Salon: The Friendship Upgrade from Book Clubs (with Linda-Marie Barrett)
Jonah Kaplan
An award-winning journalist at CBS News
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Episode: #168 - From Surface to Substance: A Journalist’s Guide to Deeper Friendships (with Jonah Kaplan)
Marjorie Ingall
Co-author of 'Sorry, Sorry, Sorry: The Case for Good Apologies' and author of other works about friendship and parenting.
SorryWatch
Episode: #166 - Friendship Repair: How to Say I'm Sorry, Accept Apologies, and Ask for One (with Marjorie Ingall)
Dani Alpert
Bestselling author and advocate for the Down Syndrome community
Episode: #165 - The Child-Free Friend: Honest Talk About Friendship and Different Life Paths (with Dani Alpert)
Alex Reed
Full-time tech industry professional and lifestyle content creator focused on food, flowers, friendship, and entertaining.
Roses and Ridicchio
Episode: #164 - Making Mom Friends: Challenges and Opportunities (with Alex Reed)
Melissa Petro
Author of *Shame on You, How to Be a Woman in the Age of Mortification*
Episode: #163 - Shame and Friendship: What We Hide, What We Share (with Melissa Petro)
Jackie Friedland
USA Today and Amazon bestselling author of historical and contemporary women's fiction
Author
Episode: #161 - How Much Can You Expect Friends to Support Your Business, Book, or New Endeavor? (with Jackie Friedland)
Jessica Spear
Award-winning author of books for kids, including 'BFF or NRF: Not Really Friends'
Episode: #159 - Teaching Kindness Without Forcing Friendships: A Parenting Dilemma (with Jessica Speer)

Host

Nina Badzin
Host and creator who engages listeners with relatable discussions and practical advice about navigating adult friendships. She shares personal anecdotes alongside expert insights, ensuring a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 327 ratings
  • Insightful and Inspirational

    As a college student navigating so much at one time, including friendships, this podcast does an incredible job at reminding me about my core values and seeking them out in my friends. Nina is well versed in this topic and it shows. What a wonderful listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jennashaps
    United Statesa month ago
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    I didn’t realize how much I needed a podcast about friendship until I found Dear Nina.

    Nina has this incredible way of taking something we all think about—but don’t usually say out loud—and making it feel normal, relatable, and even solvable. Her perspective is never fluffy or preachy. It’s practical, compassionate, and often funny in an ‘I be been there’ way

    I used to think something was wrong with me because some of my friendships didn’t feel the same as they used to when I was younger. List... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elizabeth Sherman 🌟
    United Statesa month ago
  • Refreshingly helpful advice!

    Dear Nina: Conversations about Friendship” is a wonderful podcast. Nina offers thoughtful, honest, and relatable advice about friendship that feels both personal and insightful. I highly recommend it—there’s something here for everyone. Taking the time to better understand friendships and how to be a better friend is always worth it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JessicaHochman
    United States3 months ago
  • Insightful & Delightful!

    In a world that praises individualism, Nina’s perspective on building and maintaining relationships is a gentle nudge to move beyond digital connection.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    healingwithjazzmyn
    United States3 months ago
  • Needed

    Came across it in a time of need. Thank you Nina

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    H-sal
    Saudi Arabia4 months ago

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The community aspect fostered through listener engagement and feedback is often highlighted as a positive element.
Many listeners find the advice empowering and applicable to their own friendship challenges, which encourages retention and loyalty.
Listeners appreciate the relatable and thoughtful advice offered in discussions about friendships.
Nina's engaging conversation style makes the experience feel personal and intimate, akin to confiding in a good friend.
The emotional depth and practical strategies shared resonate well with a wide audience, especially adults navigating complex social dynamics.

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#168 - From Surface to Substance: A Journalist’s Guide to Deeper Friendships (with Jonah Kaplan)
Q: What do you think keeps people from having more serious conversations?
People often feel unsure of their skills in having deeper conversations and fear the reaction of the other person.
#161 - How Much Can You Expect Friends to Support Your Business, Book, or New Endeavor? (with Jackie Friedland)
Q: How have you expressed to friends that it means something to you?
Jackie explains that while she hasn't explicitly said it means a lot, she recognizes the need to communicate these feelings to friends at events.
#161 - How Much Can You Expect Friends to Support Your Business, Book, or New Endeavor? (with Jackie Friedland)
Q: What has that been like?
Jackie shares that it has been a crazy experience, having to transition from writing alone to publicizing her books and engaging with people.
# 160 - From the Cafeteria to the Mahj Table: Friend Group Challenges from Teens to Midlife and Beyond (LIVE!)
Q: Does the feeling that there's mean girl behavior ever end?
The dynamics of exclusion can persist across all ages; it's a common issue not restricted to younger people.
#157: When a Community Shows Up: Childhood Cancer, Friendship, and Lifelong Ripple Effects (with Amy Blumenfeld)
Q: How has your personal story influenced your novels?
Amy states that while inspired by her experience, she has woven in various elements of others' stories to enhance the narrative of her books.

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Focused on navigating the complex world of friendships, this series offers insightful advice on managing the intricate dynamics of adult relationships. Topics range from the nuances of making friends during various life stages, such as motherhood and moving to new cities, to discussions about supporting friends in creative endeavors and handling emotional challenges. Unique to this series is its interactive aspect, encouraging listeners to submit their friendship dilemmas for exploration and advice. With a blend of personal stories and expert insights, each episode fosters a supportive community around the often under-discussed subject of adult friendships.

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2. Linda-Marie Barrett
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4. Marjorie Ingall
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6. Alex Reed
7. Melissa Petro
8. Jackie Friedland

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