

How to Be Fine
Kristen and Jolenta
Half advice show, half reality show. Join podcast besties Kristen Meinzer and Jolenta Greenberg as they seek advice from experts, and then put that advice to the test. All this season they’re focusing on the loneliness epidemic and the struggles of friendship - from making new friends to breaking up with BFFs. Their goal? To help get you a little closer to fine. The first ten seasons of Kristen and Jolenta's other show By the Book are also in this feed. To hear back episodes, just scroll down!
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Jan 16, 2025 • 37min
Friends with Exes
What are the benefits and drawbacks of staying friends with exes? And what’s the best way to set up this kind of friendship for success? Jolenta and Kristen get tips from Ellie Schnitt and Michaela Okland, hosts of the Late Night Drive podcast.We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta or write to us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: patreon.com/listentobythebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 13, 2025 • 16min
By The Book: What Color is Your Parachute?
*Patreon-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Kristen and Jolenta live by What Color is Your Parachute? Your Guide to a Lifetime of Meaningful Work and Career Success, 2022 updated version by Richard N. Bolles with Katharine Brooks. To hear the entire episode and get lots of other great bonus content, including a live monthly book club with Kristen and Jolenta, join patreon.com/listentobythebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 9, 2025 • 44min
K&J Navigate Friends and Money
Jolenta and Kristen try on some of Maya Lau’s tips for navigating friendship and money.We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta or write to us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: patreon.com/listentobythebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 2, 2025 • 35min
Friends and Money
What’s the best way to navigate the sometimes treacherous waters of friends and money? Jolenta and Kristen get tips from Maya Lau, host of the podcast Other People’s Pockets. We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta or write to us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: patreon.com/listentobythebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 26, 2024 • 40min
K&J Become Party Animals
Jolenta and Kristen try on some of Jon Levy’s tips for making the most of parties.We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta or write to us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: patreon.com/listentobythebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 19, 2024 • 41min
How To Make The Most of Parties
Parties can be a lot of fun, but they can also be anxiety inducing. How can we have the most fun at parties? And how can we host parties where people feel encouraged to socialize and maybe even make friends? Jolenta and Kristen get tips from Jon Levy, Founder of the Influencers Dinner, and author of the book “You're Invited: The Art and Science of Connection, Trust, and Belonging.”We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta or write to us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: patreon.com/listentobythebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 12, 2024 • 34min
Your Stories: Astrology, Politics, Friendship Ups and Downs
Jolenta and Kristen read some of the many stories you’ve shared about the topics we’ve recently covered on the showWe want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta or write to us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: patreon.com/listentobythebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 9, 2024 • 13min
By The Book: Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies
*Patreon-only Bonus Episode Teaser* Kristen and Jolenta live by Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies: And Other Rituals to Fix Your Life, from Someone Who's Been There, by Tara Schuster. To hear the entire episode and get lots of other great bonus content, including a live monthly book club with Kristen and Jolenta, join patreon.com/listentobythebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 5, 2024 • 39min
K&J Mix Astrology and Friendship
Jolenta and Kristen try on some of Aliza Kelly’s tips for making the most of astrology in friendship.We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta or write to us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: patreon.com/listentobythebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 28, 2024 • 38min
The Astrology of Friendship
What’s your sign? Is it compatible with mine? Is our friendship written in the stars? Jolenta and Kristen talk astrology and friendship with Aliza Kelly, astrologer and author of several books, including “Starring You: A Guided Journey Through Astrology.” Aliza also hosts the new podcast Horoscope Weekly with Aliza Kelly. We want to hear from you! Share your own experiences with friendship and loneliness on our private facebook community: facebook.com/groups/kristenandjolenta or write to us at kristenandjolenta@gmail.com And join our Patreon Community to get access to live monthly book clubs with Kristen and Jolenta, ad-free exclusive episodes of By The Book, minisodes of us talking about what we’re reading, the written rules of every self-help book we’ve ever lived by, tips from our experts, advice, and more: patreon.com/listentobythebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices