Unlonely with Dr. Jody Carrington

Unlonely with Dr. Jody Carrington

We’re not in a mental health crisis—we’re in the midst of a loneliness epidemic. Unlonely is a show hosted by psychologist and renowned speaker Dr. Jody Carrington, where she strives to reconnect humanity, one story and one strategy at a time. With a mix of expert insights and real, unfiltered stories, Dr. Carrington and her guests break down how loneliness has shaped our world and what we can do to change it. Featuring thought leaders in health, relationships, and technology, as well as raw conversations that remind us how deeply interconnected we all are, Unlonely is a journey toward healing. In a time when we’ve never been more "connected" yet felt so alone, this show is dedicated to exploring the roots of our disconnection and offering tangible strategies to build connection. Because we were never meant to do this alone—and understanding what it takes to become truly “unlonely” could be the most urgent answer of our time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

January 8, 2026 54 mins

If you’ve done everything “right” and still feel anxious, disconnected, and like you’re somehow failing…this one is for you.


Dr. Jody and Grace Emmons unpack good girl conditioning burnout: how patriarchy, perfectionism, and people-pleasing can make high-achieving women look fine on the outside while quietly falling apart on the inside. Grace shares her own rock-bottom (including why she felt stuck in a toxic relationship) and t...

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Real talk, parents: if you’ve got a kid with access to a screen, odds are they’ve seen something they weren’t ready for. And guess what? That uncomfortable convo you’re avoiding? It’s exactly the one you need to have.


In this no-BS episode, Dr. Robyn Silverman joins Dr. Jody to crack open the truth about modern parenting:

Why “kids these days” aren’t broken — the world is just louder.

Why YOU need to say words like “porn,” “vagina...

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November 27, 2025 53 mins

“So... do you have kids?”


That one question—THAT ONE—can derail a whole damn conversation. Because if the answer is no? Suddenly, you’re forced to explain your whole existence. This week on Unlonely, I dive into it with the brilliant, badass, and beautifully bold Emily Paulsen who is child-free by choice, and not here to play by anyone else’s rules. We unpack the stigma, the double standards, the asinine questions (Hi, Uber dri...

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Okay friends, listen. I think one of the most powerful interventions we can make in this next generation isn’t just another behaviour strategy or classroom tool — it’s helping big people understand how their own brains work. That’s why I could not wait to bring Natasha Dorsey on the pod. She's a clinical hypnotherapist, cognitive science researcher, solo parent, and soon-to-be PhD — and she’s doing some of the most important work I...

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If 80% of women have HPV, why aren’t we talking about it?


This conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Goldspink cracked wide open what so many of us feel but don’t say: women are lonely, overwhelmed, and often dismissed by a system that wasn't built with us in mind.


We talk cervical health, perimenopause, trauma, and the stories our bodies hold onto when no one is listening. Spoiler alert: your nervous system is screaming for rest, ...

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What if the key to a healthier, happier life isn’t about “fixing” feelings—but truly allowing them?


In this powerful conversation with Dr. Marc Brackett, founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of Permission to Feel, we explore how naming, understanding, and regulating emotions can transform our relationships, our mental health, and even our future.


From childhood trauma to groundbreaking r...

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I didn’t even want a podcast. And now? I can’t shut the hell up. Welcome to Unlonely Season 3 — where we question everything, swear a little too much, and try to make sense of this wild ride called being human.


In this opener, I unpack the absolute chaos in my brain:

  • My dad died and it cracked me wide open.
  • Menopause is trying to ruin my life.
  • Motherhood? A beautiful disaster.
  • Entrepreneurship? Glorious. And also lonely as hell.
  • ...
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You can have 1,000 Facebook friends and no one to feed your dog.


In this heartfelt, hilarious, and soul-shifting convo with the one and only @marliwilliams, we dive deep into what it really means to feel seen, held, and connected. From adult friendships to leadership energy to nervous system regulation (yes, bitch!), this one is for the humans craving real-deal belonging.


We talk about:

  • Why “I belong here” is your new mant...
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This one hit deep. I sat down with the extraordinary Liz Brunner—a woman who has reinvented herself more times than most people dare to dream. From singing in Vatican Square to anchoring the news, to building a business from the ground up in her 50s—this episode is about owning the fire inside of you, even when life tries to snuff it out.


We talked about grief, burnout, badassery, and why feeling seen is the key to unlocking you...

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Tune in, because this one? It’s a gut-punch (in the best way). 🎯

I sat down with the legendary @terricole to talk about what happens when you finally realize:

➡️ You can't heal others until you’ve done your own work.

➡️ Boundaries aren't walls — they’re bridges.

➡️ You’re not broken — you’re fucking learning.

We cover it all: messy healing, high-functioning codependency, and how to stay true to your mission even when the world tells ...

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What happens when life takes an unexpected turn and the path you thought you were on completely unravels? Melissa Monte—host of the Mind Love podcast and a force in personal growth—knows this journey intimately. From trauma and addiction to a wrongful felony conviction, Melissa’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and the power of rewriting our narrative.


In this raw and insightful conversation, Jody and Melissa dive into:

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If you want to hear what happens when two powerhouse speakers sit down to talk about passion, purpose, and connection, this one's for you! I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Leigh Brown, a real estate mogul, best-selling author, and all-around badass. We dove deep into the power of saying YES, the loneliness of success, and how trust is the real currency in this disconnected world.


"People are hard to hate close up. Mo...

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If fear has ever held you back from stepping into your power, THIS is the conversation you need to hear. 🔥 I sat down with the incredible Margie Warrell—leadership coach, bestselling author, and all-around badass—to unpack the real reason we get stuck.


💡 “True transformation doesn’t come from setting goals alone. It comes from uncovering the unconscious ways fear sabotages progress and finding the courage to act.” 🤯


We’re ...

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Let’s talk about the Good Girl Trap. The one that tells us to do it all, keep everyone happy, and somehow still be thriving. Spoiler: It’s a one-way ticket to exhaustion, resentment, and losing yourself.


I sat down with the incredible Dr. Michelle McQuade to unpack why women are still stuck in outdated expectations—and more importantly, how we break free.


We’re diving into:

Why we feel too busy to be well (and how to change th...

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Miscarriage. Grief. Shame. The things we don’t talk about—and why that silence is costing us everything.


Dr. Jessica Zucker joins me for one of the most honest, soul-shaking conversations I’ve had. We talk about what happens when you lose a baby, what it means to feel seen in your pain, and why naming the hard things might just save your life.


This episode is about the grief we carry quietly, the stories we’re afraid to say o...

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TWO psychologists walk into a podcast… and absolutely blow your mind.


This episode is a masterclass in emotional fitness, connection, and the power of self-awareness. Dr. Emily Anhalt joined me for a conversation that stopped me in my tracks. We’re talkin’ tech, therapy, grief, growth, and why most of us don’t actually know ourselves as well as we think we do.


Why do we do the things we do? How does grief sneak into our every...

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I had the absolute JOY of sitting down with the legendary Pattie Lovett-Reid—financial guru, media powerhouse, and all-around badass (PLR, if you will ). We covered it ALL—breaking barriers in finance, navigating blended families, and why women must take ownership of their financial future.


Want to build wealth? Start with knowing your numbers.

Thinking about retirement? The best time to plan was yesterday. The second-best time i...

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In a world of rapid change, leadership isn’t just about innovation—it’s about connection. I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Jim Reid, a powerhouse leader who’s been in the trenches—literally. From military service to coaching top executives, he knows that the secret to high-performing teams (and lives) isn’t just strategy—it’s trust, intention, and energy management.


Why do people leave companies? It’s almost NEVE...

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Loneliness, division, disconnection—these are some of the biggest barriers to human connection. And when people feel unseen, they get mean. This week, I sat down with the extraordinary Somia Sadiq, a trauma-integrated mediator, peace-builder, and absolute powerhouse, to talk about what it really takes to reconcile, reconnect, and rebuild.


From post-colonial Punjab to the boardrooms and conflict zones of Canada, Somia’s story is ...

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Talking about money is one of the loneliest conversations out there. But what if it didn’t have to be? This week on the podcast, I sat down with the brilliant Elizabeth Husserl, author of The Power of Enough, to unpack our emotional relationships with money. We dove into scarcity, security, success, and how money shapes our connections—with our partners, our families, and even ourselves. Money isn’t just numbers on a spreadsheet. I...

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