People Keep Telling Me...

Friendships: Day Ones, Day Twos, and The Ones We Outgrow

People keep telling me that friends are the family we choose, but they rarely tell us how to navigate the messy, complicated, and beautiful reality of those relationships when things change. In the premiere episode of People Keep Telling Me, I sit down with guests Raf and Mary to unpack the unspoken rules of friendship on his birthday. Together, we dive into the "friendship recession," exploring why Americans have fewer close friends today than in the 90s and the difference between a true friend and an "acquaintance". We also discuss the concept of "Day One" versus "Day Two" friends, the impact of the digital world on our connections, and the struggle to maintain vulnerability in a busy world. Are our expectations of friendship realistic? How do we show up for each other when life gets in the way? Join us as we challenge the assumptions about platonic love and share real stories about the connections that define us. HOST: Rafel Lane GUESTS: Raf and Mary PRODUCERS: Brian and Micah CONTACT: peoplekeeptellingmepodcast@gmail.com

Trailer

What are the things we all think about but rarely unpack? In this trailer, get a first look at People Keep Telling Me, a new podcast dedicated to open, honest conversations about the human experience. Join host Raf Lane as he introduces a space built for exploring real stories, raw perspectives, and the complexities that shape who we are. We are here to look further into the things we read, hear, share, and know.... and challenge the assumptions behind them with empathy and curiosity. Tune in to hear what’s coming next and subscribe now so you never miss a conversation.