Allie Volpe

Join Allie Volpe, a Vox senior reporter who focuses on friendship, and Keren Landman, MD, also from Vox, as they tackle the tricky terrain of making friends as adults. They discuss the isolation many feel in post-pandemic life and the importance of shared values. Discover practical strategies for initiating connections, the art of small talk, and even how to navigate friend-making apps. With personal anecdotes and relatable advice, this conversation is packed with insights to help you break down barriers to friendship!

Allie Volpe, a senior reporter at Vox, and Harris Sockel, a writer at Medium, delve into the complex narrative of men’s loneliness. They discuss how recent statistics reveal that both men and women experience loneliness almost equally, questioning why men are often singled out. The conversation critiques the oversimplification of loneliness, pointing towards deeper societal issues affecting men's emotional connections. They also highlight the importance of nurturing deep friendships and challenging traditional perceptions of male bonding.

Allie Volpe, a Senior Reporter at Vox, dives into the complexities of risk perception and management. She discusses the skewed ways we evaluate risks, particularly how younger generations are hindered by heightened anxiety and overprotective environments. Through exploring media narratives and personal experiences, Volpe highlights the disconnect between perceived fears and actual dangers. She advocates for embracing calculated risks as a path to resilience, ultimately encouraging listeners to confront their anxieties for personal growth.