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Friendship, Actually

Modern Friendship & Real Life

Hosted by Elise Blackwell · New episodes daily

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When Your Best Friend Doesn't Get Your Culture: Navigating Cross-Cultural Friendship Strain | Friendship, Actually

Sep 6, 2026 · 11 min

In this episode of Friendship, Actually, host Elise Blackwell explores the complex emotional landscape of cross-cultural friendships, addressing the specific fatigue that arises when your closest friend doesn't fully understand or validate…

The Silent Tax: How to Handle Friends Who Borrow Money and Never Pay Back | Friendship, Actually

Sep 4, 2026 · 7 min

In this episode of 'Friendship, Actually,' host Elise Blackwell explores the emotional and financial toll of lending money to friends who never pay it back. This guide addresses the 'silent tax' on relationships—the grief, resentment, and…

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