Social Justice And Wellbeing Episodes
Feb. 10, 2025
Making Friends in Today's World
Fawn shares an interaction with a friend. We discuss present-day friendships and our future as a humanity.
#makingfriendstoday
Feb. 3, 2025
Confirmation Bias and Friendship
This week's episode of Our Friendly World with Fawn and Matt explores the concept of confirmation bias—how our preconceived notions shape the way we perceive others and the world around us. Fawn and Matt reflect on how socie…
Jan. 27, 2025
"Empathy Overload: Navigating Connection, Loneliness, and Social Media's Hidden Traps"
In this week's episode of Our Friendly World with Fawn and Matt, we dive into the complexities of human connection in our hyper-connected world. Despite billions of people on the planet, our capacity for empathy is limited b…
Jan. 20, 2025
"How to Walk Away: Exploring the Loud Quitting Phenomenon"
In this week’s episode of Our Friendly World with Fawn and Matt, we explore the intriguing concept of "loud quitting" and how it applies to friendships. Inspired by a viral story of a marching band resignation, Fawn and Matt…
Jan. 13, 2025
"Abundance Through Time: How Connection and Community Shape Our Well-Being"
In this episode of Our Friendly World with Fawn and Matt, we delve into the profound relationship between abundance, time, and the human instinct to protect and connect. We discuss how our innate benevolence as a species dri…
Dec. 30, 2024
"A New Era - The Philosophy of Friendship: Wisdom on Building Meaningful Connections"
This Week’s Episode Description: "A New Era"
In this reflective episode of Our Friendly World with Fawn and Matt, we embark on a journey into a new chapter, revisiting the essence of friendship through the lens of Aristotle…
Nov. 3, 2024
Rules for Radicals - Mind the Gap
In this episode, Fawn and Matt revisit the purpose behind their podcast, reflecting on how friendship and societal relationships have been affected by division and disconnection. Fawn shares personal experiences, starting wi…
Oct. 7, 2024
The Expert Syndrome Paradox
In this week's episode of Our Friendly World with Fawn and Matt, we explore the transformative power of perspective and how it shapes our lives, friendships, and communities. Fawn reflects on her time in Santa Monica, drawin…
Sept. 30, 2024
You Were Right and I Was Wrong
Fawn reflects on a powerful lesson in empathy and self-awareness. Titled "You Were Right and I Was Wrong," the discussion dives into how emotional connections can cloud judgment, leading to misunderstandings in friendships. …
Sept. 23, 2024
Be Yourself
In this week’s episode of Our Friendly World with Fawn and Matt, titled "Be Yourself", Fawn and Matt discuss the challenges of staying authentic when misunderstood by others. Fawn shares a personal story about a strained fri…
Sept. 16, 2024
Meetups and Coolers
This week's episode of Our Friendly World with Fawn and Matt explores the sometimes awkward but ultimately rewarding experience of stepping out of your comfort zone to meet new people. From being the "new guy" to making conn…
Sept. 9, 2024
"Kintsugi and Friendship: How to Heal After Heartbreak and Strengthen Bonds"
"In this episode, Fawn and Matt discuss the universal experience of heartbreak and how to rebuild after emotional setbacks. Drawing inspiration from the Japanese art of kintsugi, they explore how the cracks left by heartbrea…
Sept. 2, 2024
"Like Hearted vs Like Minded: The Key to Meaningful Friendships"
"Like Hearted vs Like Minded: The Key to Meaningful Friendships"
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Fawn and Matt discuss the difference between like-minded and like-hearted individuals. The conversation delves into the ch…
Aug. 26, 2024
"Chaz Ebert on the Power of FECK: Transforming Lives with Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness"
In this compelling episode, Fawn and Matt are joined by the remarkable Chaz Ebert, who shares insights from her powerful new book, "It's Time to Give a FECK: Elevating Humanity Through Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and K…
Aug. 19, 2024
"When Boundaries Break: Navigating Friendship Challenges and Personal Growth"
"When Boundaries Break: Navigating Friendship Challenges and Personal Growth"
In this episode of Our Friendly World, we dive deep into the complex world of boundaries and how they impact our friendships and self-worth. F…