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Introducing the Bookaholics Podcast, a safe place for reading junkies who obsess over books, authors, bookstores, book news, and book trivia. You’re invited to nerd-out with book reviews, author interviews, our habit, and other bookish things . Enjoy Interviews with those in the book business. Meet new authors. Explore curating your library with new genres and discover new authors. revisit the classics with a twist. Your host Deirdre Pippins, also known as Ms. Media Content, is a board member for her local library, content creator, copywriter, and business owner. She has traveled extensively throughout the world because of the influence of books she’s read. Remember to subscribe to the podcast, follow us Instagram @truebookaholic. You can also email us at readingjunkie@book-a-holic.com. Don’t forget to support your local library and independent bookstores. The Bookaholics Podcast ”For those who can’t get enough of that bookish stuff.”
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Friday Jun 06, 2025
Breaking the Silence: The Truth About Female Friendships | Episode 131
Friday Jun 06, 2025
Friday Jun 06, 2025
Welcome to the Bookaholic Podcast! In this episode, Deirdre sits down with Susan Shapiro Barish to discuss her latest nonfiction book, 'Estranged: How Strained Female Friendships Are Mended or Ended.' Purchase the book here: https://amzn.to/45dSJVK They delve into the rarely addressed topic of female friendships that fall apart, the societal expectations placed on women to maintain these bonds, and the emotional complexities involved. With insights from over 150 women aged 20 to 80, the silence is broken. The conversation touches on various types of toxic friendships, the impact of life changes, and the difficult yet empowering process of ending friendships. This episode provides a deep dive into the emotional landscape of female friendships and offers valuable perspectives on navigating these relationships. Don't miss it! 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:07 Exploring Female Friendships 03:10 The Concept of Toxic Friendships 03:48 Examples of Toxic Relationships 05:43 Impact of Life Changes on Friendships 08:34 Political and Social Divides 09:43 Jealousy and Betrayal 10:40 The Wayward Friend 12:33 Sororities and Lifelong Bonds 16:28 Personal Stories of Friendship Breakups 23:39 Grieving and Moving On 26:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts This podcast is an author interview about her book. This book is a female friendship book. Subscribe to my channel if you love to read books.
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