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Unlonely with Dr. Jody Carrington

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We’re not in a mental health crisis... we’re in the midst of a loneliness epidemic.

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Psychologist and renowned speaker Dr. Jody Carrington knows that while we’ve never been more "connected," we’ve also never felt more alone. Unlonely is a mission to bridge that gap. This isn’t a clinical lecture; it’s a masterclass in reclaiming our humanity through the radical act of seeing one another.

Every two weeks, Dr. Jody sits down with world-class thought leaders to tackle the visceral reality of workplace burnout, nervous system regulation, and the anxiety of a digital age. Through raw, unfiltered stories and tangible strategies, we explore why we disconnect - and exactly how we get back to each other. Whether you're navigating trauma-integrated leadership or the chaos of modern parenting, this is your permission slip to stop doing it all alone.

Because understanding what it takes to become truly “unlonely” is the most urgent answer of our time.

Join us every two weeks as we learn to walk each other home.

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  1. Why Are We Too Busy to Eat Together? - Ryann Morris

    · 46 min · S4 E5

    We feed our families every day. But when was the last time we actually slowed down and ate together? Between hockey practices, work trips, and whatever the hell we’re supposed to make for dinner, feeding ourselves can…

  2. Why Men Struggle to Talk About Their Mental Health - Samir Mourani

    · 55 min · S4 E4

    If you’ve ever wondered why so many men struggle to say what they feel, this conversation will hit home. Dr. Jody talks with Samir Mourani about men’s mental health, grief, masculinity, fatherhood, and the trauma that…

  3. What If You’re Not Burned Out, Just Heartbroken?

    · 32 min · S4 E3

    What if you're not burned out? What if you're heartbroken? In this deeply personal solo episode, I share the story of climbing onto a mechanical bull at 50 years old (against all better judgment), and the unexpected…

  4. How Do We Build Community When the World Feels So Divided? - Arndrea Waters King

    · 49 min · S4 E2

    What if your legacy isn’t something you leave behind…but something you practice every single day? This conversation with the incomprable Arndrea Waters King stopped me in my tracks. Because in a world that feels…

  5. How to Stop Taking People’s Behavior So Personally - Jesse Lipscombe

    · 51 min · S4 E1

    What if the people who hurt us are also the people who heal us? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Jody sits down with actor, speaker, community leader, and all-around remarkable human Jesse Lipscombe to talk about…

  6. This Is Why You Lose Arguments: Even When You’re Right - Rebecca Zung

    · 42 min · S3 E21 · Explicit

    What do you do when you feel unheard…misunderstood…or completely shut down in a conversation that matters? This episode with Rebecca Zung is a game-changer. Because the truth is, most of us were never taught how to…

  7. This Is Why Your Team Isn’t Listening to You - DeDe Halfhill

    · 46 min · S3 E20 · Explicit

    What if leadership isn’t about having the answers…but about understanding what’s happening underneath the behavior? In this conversation with the amazing DeDe Halfhill, we go deep into what most leaders miss: You…

  8. What If the Bad Guys Are Just Broken Too? - Paul Hutchinson

    · 56 min · S3 E19 · Explicit

    This one had me in the feels and on edge. In this episode of Unlonely, I sit down with Paul Hutchinson (@liberating.humanity), philanthropist, entrepreneur, and executive producer of Sound of Freedom and we dive into…

  9. How the Hell Do We Stay Okay When Everything’s Not? - Gillian Deacon

    · 50 min · S3 E18

    We’re all just trying to hold it together in a world that feels like it’s burning down. Uncertainty. Fear. No end in sight. These are not just buzzwords, they are the ingredients of dysregulation. And they’re stealing…

  10. Is it me… or is this workplace actually toxic? - Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett

    · 46 min · S3 E17

    Work isn’t just “work” anymore—it's become the place where burnout brews and bad bosses break us. In this fire-filled episode with Dr. Laura, we unpack the real cost of stress at work, what defines a truly toxic…

  11. She Built an Empire, But This Is What Actually Matters - Arlene Dickinson

    · 44 min · S3 E16

    In this episode of The Unlonely Podcast, Dr. Jody Carrington sits down with business powerhouse Arlene Dickinson for a deeply honest conversation about leadership, emotional strength, and navigating a chaotic world.…

  12. Why Men Are So Lonely Right Now - Nick Koumalatsos

    · 58 min · S3 E15

    If you’ve been worried about the men you love—or you are one—this conversation is for you. Dr. Jody Carrington sits down with Nick Koumalatsos to talk about male loneliness and brotherhood, the state of men’s…

  13. How Do Women Find Their Voice After Trauma? with Alreen Haeggquist

    · 49 min · S3 E14 · Explicit

    If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to speak up after abuse, this conversation is for you. Dr. Jody Carrington sits down with women’s rights attorney, author, and survivor Alreen Haeggquist for a powerful…

  14. What Happens After the Worst Day of Your Life? - Chance Toder

    · 1 h 20 min · S3 E13

    If you’re walking through a hard season, or love someone who is, this one will stay with you. Dr. Jody Carrington sits down with Chance Toder for an unforgettable conversation about resilience after childhood stroke,…

  15. Why Are Parents So Emotionally Dysregulated? with Dr. Brooke Weinstein

    · 1 h 02 min · S3 E12 · Explicit

    If you’re a parent, partner, helper, or human who feels like you’re holding it all together by a thread, this conversation is for you. Dr. Jody Carrington sits down with Dr. Brooke Weinstein - occupational therapist,…

  16. Why Loneliness Can Shorten Your Life (and How to Build a Social Health Plan) - Ken Stern

    · 59 min · S3 E11 · Explicit

    Loneliness isn’t just uncomfortable - it’s costly. And the scariest part? Most of us are living it without calling it what it is. Dr. Jody talks with Ken Stern (*Healthy to 100*, *Century Lives*) about the loneliness…

  17. How to Be More Relatable When Everyone’s on Edge - Rachel DeAlto

    · 55 min · S3 E10 · Explicit

    If you’re exhausted by the tension - at work, online, even with people you love - this episode is for you. Dr. Jody and Rachel DeAlto talk about what’s driving the empathy dip (and the “why is everyone so mean…

  18. Why Helpers Break Down: The Hidden Cost of Holding Everyone Else’s Pain - Malaysia Harrell

    · 53 min · S3 E9 · Explicit

    If you’ve built your whole life around being capable, dependable, and “fine”… what happens when your body says otherwise? Dr. Jody talks with Malaysia Harrell about the hidden cost of being the helper—how childhood…

  19. Debunking the "ADHD Superpower" Myth (and What to Do Instead) - Cathy Rashidian

    · 54 min · S3 E8 · Explicit

    Is ADHD really a "superpower"? Or is that just a toxic label that sets high-performers up for a massive crash? In this episode, Dr. Jody sits down with executive coach Cathy Rashidian (aka The Candid Empath) to…

  20. Good Girl Conditioning Burnout: Why High-Achieving Women Hide Their Light - Grace Emmons

    · 54 min · S3 E7 · Explicit

    If you’ve done everything “right” and still feel anxious, disconnected, and like you’re somehow failing…this one is for you. Dr. Jody and Grace Emmons unpack good girl conditioning burnout: how patriarchy,…

  21. Your Kid Has Probably Seen Porn… and Other Things No One Told You to Say Out Loud - Dr. Robyn Silverman

    · 49 min · S3 E6 · Explicit

    Real talk, parents: if you’ve got a kid with access to a screen, odds are they’ve seen something they weren’t ready for. And guess what? That uncomfortable convo you’re avoiding? It’s exactly the one you need to have.…

  22. No Kids, No Apologies - Emily Paulsen

    · 54 min · S3 E5 · Explicit

    “So... do you have kids?” That one question—THAT ONE—can derail a whole damn conversation. Because if the answer is no? Suddenly, you’re forced to explain your whole existence. This week on Unlonely, I dive into it…

  23. You’re Not Broken: Burnout, Nervous Systems & the Power of Self-Awareness - Natasha Dorsey

    · 47 min · S3 E4 · Explicit

    Okay friends, listen. I think one of the most powerful interventions we can make in this next generation isn’t just another behaviour strategy or classroom tool — it’s helping big people understand how their own brains…

  24. Women's Health, HPV & the Healing Power of Story - Dr. Elizabeth Goldspink

    · 46 min · S3 E3 · Explicit

    If 80% of women have HPV, why aren’t we talking about it? This conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Goldspink cracked wide open what so many of us feel but don’t say: women are lonely, overwhelmed, and often dismissed by a…

  25. Permission to Feel: The Science of Emotional Intelligence - Marc Brackett

    · 53 min · S3 E2 · Explicit

    What if the key to a healthier, happier life isn’t about “fixing” feelings—but truly allowing them? In this powerful conversation with Dr. Marc Brackett, founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence…

  26. Didn’t Want a Podcast, Now You Can’t Shut Me Up - Dr. Jody Carrington

    · 38 min · S3 E1 · Explicit

    I didn’t even want a podcast. And now? I can’t shut the hell up. Welcome to Unlonely Season 3 — where we question everything, swear a little too much, and try to make sense of this wild ride called being human. In…

  27. I Belong Here: Building Real Connection in a Disconnected World: Marli Williams

    · 51 min · S2 E26 · Explicit

    You can have 1,000 Facebook friends and no one to feed your dog. In this heartfelt, hilarious, and soul-shifting convo with the one and only @marliwilliams, we dive deep into what it really means to feel seen, held,…

  28. Dare to Evolve: Owning Your Story and Finding Your It Factor: Liz Brunner

    · 51 min · S2 E25 · Explicit

    This one hit deep. I sat down with the extraordinary Liz Brunner—a woman who has reinvented herself more times than most people dare to dream. From singing in Vatican Square to anchoring the news, to building a…

  29. The Hardest Work You’ll Ever Do? Boundaries + Healing Your Own Damn Heart: Terri Cole

    · 53 min · S2 E24 · Explicit

    Tune in, because this one? It’s a gut-punch (in the best way). 🎯 I sat down with the legendary @terricole to talk about what happens when you finally realize: ➡️ You can't heal others until you’ve done your own work.…

  30. Rewriting Your Story: Resilience, Redemption & the Power of Mindset: Melissa Monte

    · 58 min · S2 E23 · Explicit

    What happens when life takes an unexpected turn and the path you thought you were on completely unravels? Melissa Monte—host of the Mind Love podcast and a force in personal growth—knows this journey intimately. From…

  31. The Power of Yes: Trust, Connection & Saying What Matters - Leigh Brown

    · 47 min · S2 E22 · Explicit

    If you want to hear what happens when two powerhouse speakers sit down to talk about passion, purpose, and connection, this one's for you! I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Leigh Brown, a real estate mogul,…

  32. The Courage Gap: Fear, Growth & Betting on Yourself - Margie Warrell

    · 56 min · S2 E21

    If fear has ever held you back from stepping into your power, THIS is the conversation you need to hear. 🔥 I sat down with the incredible Margie Warrell—leadership coach, bestselling author, and all-around badass—to…

  33. Too Busy to Be Well: Breaking Free from Good Girl Expectations - Michelle McQuaid

    · 57 min · S2 E20 · Explicit

    Let’s talk about the Good Girl Trap. The one that tells us to do it all, keep everyone happy, and somehow still be thriving. Spoiler: It’s a one-way ticket to exhaustion, resentment, and losing yourself. I sat down…

  34. Replacing the Silence with Story: Grief, Motherhood & the Power of Saying It Out Loud - Jessica Zucker

    · 47 min · S2 E19

    Miscarriage. Grief. Shame. The things we don’t talk about—and why that silence is costing us everything. Dr. Jessica Zucker joins me for one of the most honest, soul-shaking conversations I’ve had. We talk about what…

  35. Flex Your Feelings: Emotional Push-Ups & the Power of Self-Awareness - Emily Anhalt

    · 55 min · S2 E18 · Explicit

    TWO psychologists walk into a podcast… and absolutely blow your mind. This episode is a masterclass in emotional fitness, connection, and the power of self-awareness. Dr. Emily Anhalt joined me for a conversation that…

  36. Be boring financially. Be exciting everywhere else - Patti Lovett-Reid

    · 49 min · S2 E17 · Explicit

    I had the absolute JOY of sitting down with the legendary Pattie Lovett-Reid—financial guru, media powerhouse, and all-around badass (PLR, if you will ). We covered it ALL—breaking barriers in finance, navigating…

  37. The only AI that really matters? Authentic Interaction - Jim Reid

    · 47 min · S2 E16 · Explicit

    In a world of rapid change, leadership isn’t just about innovation—it’s about connection. I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Jim Reid, a powerhouse leader who’s been in the trenches—literally. From…

  38. Peace isn’t an outcome—it’s a process - Somia Sadiq

    · 53 min · S2 E15 · Explicit

    Loneliness, division, disconnection—these are some of the biggest barriers to human connection. And when people feel unseen, they get mean. This week, I sat down with the extraordinary Somia Sadiq, a trauma-integrated…

  39. When is Enough… Enough? - Elizabeth Husserl

    · 53 min · S2 E14 · Explicit

    Talking about money is one of the loneliest conversations out there. But what if it didn’t have to be? This week on the podcast, I sat down with the brilliant Elizabeth Husserl, author of The Power of Enough, to unpack…

  40. Introducing: Self Conscious with Chrissy Teigen

    · 25 min

    It’s a new Well-being podcast from Audible hosted by Chrissy Teigen. Throughout the series, Chrissy explores the cutting edge of personal development with some of the world’s leading experts and authors in the wellness…

  41. Rebuilding the Village: Love, Learning & Connection - Isabelle Hau

    · 49 min · S2 E13 · Explicit

    We tell kids to play nice, but are we giving them the space, support, and connection to actually do it? This week, Jody sits down with Isabelle Hau, Executive Director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, to…

  42. I Don't Want to be One of the Boys - Leah Hextall

    · 50 min · S2 E12 · Explicit

    Some walls aren’t meant to be climbed—they’re meant to be shattered. Leah Hextall, the trailblazing play-by-play voice in the NHL, joins this episode to share her groundbreaking journey. From navigating a…

  43. Everybody Has Core Wounds - Thais Gibson

    · 1 h 03 min · S2 E11 · Explicit

    Your subconscious might just be running the show. In this thought-provoking conversation, Thais Gibson—expert in attachment, trauma, and personal transformation—delves into the science and soul of healing. From…

  44. How Do You Know When To Cut Them Loose? - Dr. Jess O’Reilly

    · 58 min · S2 E10 · Explicit

    Loneliness doesn’t wait for an empty room—it finds us even in crowded spaces and close relationships. In this episode, Dr. Jody Carrington sits down with Dr. Jess O’Reilly, a Toronto-based sexologist (PhD), author and…

  45. Nobody Cares About Your Career—And That's Your Superpower - Erika Ayers Badan

    · 1 h 04 min · S2 E9 · Explicit

    The hardest truth is often the most liberating: nobody cares about your career—but Erika Ayers Badan is here to show you why that’s your superpower. In this episode, Erika reflects on her groundbreaking tenure as CEO…

  46. What Does It Mean to Become Someone Else? – Stephen Kunken

    · 56 min · S2 E8 · Explicit

    Stepping into someone else’s shoes can be an art form—or a lifeline. Actor and director Stephen Kunken, known for Billions and The Handmaid’s Tale, takes Dr. Jody Carrington on a journey from the depths of method…

  47. How Not to Die Alone - Logan Ury

    · 50 min · S2 E7 · Explicit

    Some relationships feel like a game of emotional tag—you’re either chasing or being chased. This week, Jody sits down with Logan Ury, author of How Not to Die Alone, to untangle the complexities of attachment styles,…

  48. What is Toxic Productivity? - Israa Nasir

    · 52 min · S2 E6 · Explicit

    In a world obsessed with hustle, Israa Nasir invites us to hit pause. Drawing from her book Toxic Productivity, Israa breaks down the emotional toll of constant achievement and why rest isn’t just indulgent—it’s…

  49. The Opposite of Addiction is Connection - Ryan Haddon

    · 1 h 03 min · S2 E5 · Explicit

    What if self-discovery was less about finding answers and more about asking the right questions? In this episode, Dr. Jody Carrington and Ryan Haddon dive deep into the journey of spiritual awakening, addiction…

  50. What is Sexism? - Dr. Jo-Ann Finkelstein

    · 48 min · S2 E4 · Explicit

    They say knowledge is power, but when it comes to girls and women, society often gets in the way of that empowerment. In this episode, Dr. Joanne Finkelstein sits down with Jody to explore the complexities of raising…

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