172. Anniversary Show; talking big, adult friendship, authenticity, and connection

In this very special 5-year anniversary show, Danielle and Kristy welocome past podcast guests to the stage to pair off for four mini opposite of small talk conversations: What makes a conversation the opposite of small talk? (Kristy & Danielle) Why is it so difficult to make friends as an adult? (Julie & Linda) What does it mean to be your "authentic self"? (Nicole & Kristy) How can you connect when you disagree with someone? (Alain & Danielle)   This episode was recorded live on October 19th, 2024 at The Comedy Studio in Cambridge, Mass.    Featured Speakers [including links to their original episode] Alain Hunkins | Episode 15: Leading with Empathy Julie Brown | Episode 42: Childfree by Choice Nicole Kalil | Episode 76: Confidence Linda Ugelow | Episode 60: Delight in the Limelight