Nice to meet you, old friend! We're Julia and Mia, the hosts of the Dear Bestie podcast. Each week, we explore the science, sociology and history of friendship. Why? We believe that friendship is the cornerstone of society. It makes like richer, happier and healthier.
Along the way, we'll read your letters and answer questions like: How can I make friends in a new city? How do I back away from a relationship without doing damage? What makes a good friend, and how do I know if I am one?
You'll also hear stories from listeners like you. So tune in. We're glad you're here.
Recently, we (Jules and Mia) made a change to the Dear Bestie Show. We decided to focus on the podcast side of things. So, Julia packed up her microphone and we said goodbye to our dear friends at KAKU. We had a mountain of decisions ahead of us. We had to think about how and when to podcast (especially difficult with an ocean between us) and who would take on which responsibilities. It hasn't always been smooth sailing, but we are in it together. And that got us thinking... Every friendship faces transitions, both big and small. How many friendships fall apart during a transition simply because neither person knows what to do, or how to make it last? Tune in to this particularly friend-y episode for some laughs, some learns, and some joy.
5 Feb 2020
Ep 12: "Elevating Motherhood" Crossover!
There's no friend like a mom friend. On this very special crossover episode, Julia talks with Lori Beth Aldridge from the "Elevating Motherhood" podcast about what makes the bond between moms so vital.
22 Jan 2020
Ep. 11: Fun with Post-Partum Depression!
In this episode, Julia talks to her real life friend, Leslie, about the joys of post-partum depression and being a single mom.
14 Jan 2020
Ep: 10 Friendship Graveyard
Is it time to dig a grave and lay a friendship to rest? Or is it time to bury the hatchet and mend fences? (Or perhaps it's time to stop mixing metaphors!) Mia and Jules discuss all the possible reasons, large and small, to give you a guide on when to end a friendship. Jules talks about lying to a friend about something small that turned into a big deal and Mia shares how talking about your friend in front of your kids is a really bad idea.
29 Nov 2019
Episode 9: Ya Basic
Welcome to the "Common Issues in Friendship" episode of your favorite podcast! Jules and Mia are back to discuss the most universal problems that even the best of friends inevitably face. Jealousy, time constraints, poor communication, judgy-ness, we'll canvassing the whoooole neighborhood. So sit back, turn the volume up, and get ready for some opinions.
29 Nov 2019
Ep. 8: Envy Rocks the Boat
This week's episode is about one of the seven deadly sins (and not everyone's favorite, either). We're talking about envy-- why it crops up, how to address it, and how to salvage a friendship. Tune in for a special guest, too!
14 Nov 2019
Ep. 7: Cross Sex Friendships.
Picture it: Two cavemen huddled near a fire. They're wearing cheetah-skin loincloths. They're exchange grunts roughly translated to, "I don't know, man. Can cavemen and cavewomen really be just friends?" Tune in to this episode of Dear Bestie to listen to us tackle this complicated, messy and age-old question. We'll visit some unexpected places along the way!
7 Nov 2019
Ep. 6: Online vs. Real Life Friendships
We all have a best fran -- the real life bestie you run errands and watch Queer Eye reruns with. And then there's your online bestie-- the person you met on Instagram and admire from a distance. Your friendship is built on memes and hearts and emojis. What's the difference between these two types of friendship? Can on online bestie became a real life bestie? Tune in and weigh in!
1 Nov 2019
Episode 5: Your Best, Worst, & Best-Worst Advice
Raise your hand if you've been the unfortunate recipient of unsolicited advice! In this episode, we're asking who tends to give the most advice, why they do it and what you can do to stop receiving it. We also read YOUR best, worst, and best-worst pieces of advice. Some of them were sweet, some were absurd, some were barely legal, and they were all fantastic.
23 Oct 2019
Ep. 4: Change is in the Air
In honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month, we're talking about friendship through transition-- particularly through loss. Julia shares about the way pregnancies and miscarriages changed her life, what her friends did that helped carry her through periods of grief, and what NOT to say to someone who is suffering. We give practical tips for how to recognize transition as it's happening and how to keep a solid friendship through it all.
16 Oct 2019
Ep 3: Friendly Fire
Conflict is a four-letter word. When you think of conflict, do you imagine slamming doors and yelling matches? Or maybe conflict makes you think of the cold shoulder and the silent treatment. Is it any wonder that when the going gets tough in friendship, many close friends call it quits? In this episode, we read letters from two listeners who each experienced and handled friendship conflict in different ways. We propose three new ways to handle tension when it arises and three ways to proactively foster peace. If you've ever needed help navigating tension in a friendship, this episode is for you!
14 Oct 2019
Ep. 2: Your Friendship Style According to the Enneagram
The Enneagram is all the rage right now. How can this ancient, mysterious tool help you not only know yourself better, but understand your friendship needs, style and strengths? Listen and share this episode with your best friend! It's bound to strengthen all your friendships.
14 Oct 2019
Ep. 1: Julia, Mia & You.
Did you know that it takes an over 100 hours to convert a new friend into a close friend? Well, not so with Julia and Mia, your new best friends.
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Dear Bestie, the podcast for people who think friendship is fascinating. In this episode, we'll talk about who we are, why we're podcasting and why you should care (hint: you'll be a much better friend for tuning in). We're softies, sure. But we also love facts and stats, and that's exactly what you'll hear in this episode. So tune in and share your thoughts with us! We're excited to start this journey with you, new friend!
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