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Making the familiar strange

Making the familiar strange

Written by: Ian Forrester & Dr Jessica Symons
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A podcast exploring modern relationships, intimacy, loneliness and love.

In an era of hyper connectivity, why does it feel like we've never been further apart?

In an intimate exploration of the invisible threads that pull us together and the forces that drive us into isolation. Each month we dive deep into the messy, wonderful, and often complex landscape of raw human connection.


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Episodes
  • Making the familiar strange with Albert Fox Cahn

    Making the familiar strange with Albert Fox Cahn
    Jan 23 2026

    Ian and Jessica talk with Albert about the state of dating and intimacy

    • Alberts book - https://amzn.eu/d/fOE3Vhz
    • Albert's book launch in Cambridge - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/book-launch-move-slow-and-upgrade-tickets-1978382546453
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • An introduction to the making strangers familiar podcast

    An introduction to the making strangers familiar podcast
    Jan 8 2026

    Welcome to the making strangers familiar podcast

    A podcast exploring modern relationships, intimacy, loneliness and love.

    In an era of hyper connectivity, why does it feel like we've never been further apart?
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    53 mins
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