Are We In A Friendship Epidemic?

Why is it so hard to make new friends as an adult? Is it too expensive to socialise in 2026? Is it ever okay to feel left out in a friendship? We chat all this & more in this ep about the so-called friendship epidemic as well as some tips to make or maintain friendships in adulthood.

🧾LINKS & RECEIPTS

Read Finding Your People: The Ultimate Guide To Friendship

⁠Mel Robbins & The Great Scattering⁠

What is Friendflation?

Ashley Tisdale & Hilary Duff Mum Group drama explained 

The friendship recession & the lost art of connecting 

⁠The Friendship Market - The New York Times⁠

🎙️CREDITS 

Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan 

Editor: Sheridan Horne