Why Male Friendships Feel Lonely - Conversation with a psychotherapist

This episode began as a conversation about male friendships—but it unfolded into something much deeper.

Belonging researcher Nic and psychotherapist Matt Hussey explore how our early childhood shapes our understanding of connection, the invisible social scripts men and women inherit, and why so many adults are quietly suffering from a profound lack of friendship. From the loneliness inside romantic relationships to the transformative power of a neighborly chat, this is a deeply human discussion about what it means to truly belong.