Unlonely with Dr. Jody Carrington

“So... do you have kids?” That one question—THAT ONE—can derail a whole damn conversation. Because if the answer is no? Suddenly, you’re forced to explain your whole existence. This week on Unlonely, I dive into it with the brilliant, badass, and beautifully bold Emily Paulsen who is child-free by choice, and not here to play by anyone else’s rules. We unpack the stigma, the double standards, the asinine questions (Hi, Uber drivers 🙃), and the truth about why choosing not to have kids is just as valid, beautiful, and bold as choosing to have them. Whether you're a mama, an auntie, child-free, child-less, questioning, exhausted, or just trying to make sense of how to be a woman in this damn world—this episode is a deep breath of truth. And spoiler alert: You get to choose. Full stop. No explanation required.Follow Emily Here:https://www.instagram.com/curiouslifeofachildfreewoman/

Okay friends, listen. I think one of the most powerful interventions we can make in this next generation isn’t just another behaviour strategy or classroom tool — it’s helping big people understand how their own brains work. That’s why I could not wait to bring Natasha Dorsey on the pod. She's a clinical hypnotherapist, cognitive science researcher, solo parent, and soon-to-be PhD — and she’s doing some of the most important work I’ve seen around burnout, regulation, and why we’re all just so damn tired.In this episode, we talk about why the nervous system has to come first (yes, before curriculum, before interventions, before another behaviour plan), and how self-awareness is the game changer we’re not talking about enough. Natasha walks us through what she calls “internal self-monitoring,” how to reframe our autopilot reactions, and why tiny, doable shifts (like changing your grocery store or taking a different route home) can literally rewire your brain for safety and connection.If you’re an educator, a parent, a leader — heck, a human — who’s ever felt like you should be coping better, or that maybe you’re just not cut out for this anymore… please, listen to this. You are not broken. You’re likely just dysregulated. And you have so much power to come back to yourself.Follow Natasha Dorsey:@tashdorsey

If 80% of women have HPV, why aren’t we talking about it?This conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Goldspink cracked wide open what so many of us feel but don’t say: women are lonely, overwhelmed, and often dismissed by a system that wasn't built with us in mind.We talk cervical health, perimenopause, trauma, and the stories our bodies hold onto when no one is listening. Spoiler alert: your nervous system is screaming for rest, not hustle. And you’re not that good at doing it all alone — none of us are.This one’s for the women walking each other home. 💥Follow Dr. Elizabeth Goldspink:@drgoldspink@wellex

What if the key to a healthier, happier life isn’t about “fixing” feelings—but truly allowing them? In this powerful conversation with Dr. Marc Brackett, founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of Permission to Feel, we explore how naming, understanding, and regulating emotions can transform our relationships, our mental health, and even our future.From childhood trauma to groundbreaking research, Marc’s journey proves it only takes one person to change a life. Maybe that person is you.Listen now and learn how to give yourself—and others—permission to feel.Follow Dr. Marc Brackett:https://www.instagram.com/marc.brackett/https://x.com/drmarcbracketthttps://www.facebook.com/marc.brackett.5

I didn’t even want a podcast. And now? I can’t shut the hell up. Welcome to Unlonely Season 3 — where we question everything, swear a little too much, and try to make sense of this wild ride called being human.In this opener, I unpack the absolute chaos in my brain:My dad died and it cracked me wide open.Menopause is trying to ruin my life.Motherhood? A beautiful disaster.Entrepreneurship? Glorious. And also lonely as hell.Oh, and the institution of marriage? A f*cking lie.This season, we're talking about what it actually means to live, lead, grieve, mother, build, fall apart, and put yourself back together again in a world that makes you feel like you're never enough.So buckle up, babe. Season 3 is raw, rowdy, and ready to wreck you (in the best way).

You can have 1,000 Facebook friends and no one to feed your dog.In this heartfelt, hilarious, and soul-shifting convo with the one and only @marliwilliams, we dive deep into what it really means to feel seen, held, and connected. From adult friendships to leadership energy to nervous system regulation (yes, bitch!), this one is for the humans craving real-deal belonging.We talk about:Why “I belong here” is your new mantraConnection as a muscle you build by doing scary thingsHow great leaders create safety, not just resultsAnd yes, the vulnerable magic of JOY (dimples and all)Come for the giggles, stay for the truth bombs! You ready?Check out Marli here:@marliwilliamshttps://www.marliwilliams.com/

This one hit deep. I sat down with the extraordinary Liz Brunner—a woman who has reinvented herself more times than most people dare to dream. From singing in Vatican Square to anchoring the news, to building a business from the ground up in her 50s—this episode is about owning the fire inside of you, even when life tries to snuff it out.We talked about grief, burnout, badassery, and why feeling seen is the key to unlocking your next version. She’s proof that reinvention isn’t just possible—it’s necessary. Especially for women. Especially now.If you’re navigating loss, feeling stuck, or just need a reminder that your best chapters might still be ahead of you—this one’s for you.Check out Liz Here:www.instagram.com/lizbrunner/www.linkedin.com/in/liz-brunner-6230b01b/www.facebook.com/OfficialLizBrunner

Tune in, because this one? It’s a gut-punch (in the best way). 🎯⁠I sat down with the legendary @terricole to talk about what happens when you finally realize:➡️ You can't heal others until you’ve done your own work.➡️ Boundaries aren't walls — they’re bridges.➡️ You’re not broken — you’re fucking learning.⁠We cover it all: messy healing, high-functioning codependency, and how to stay true to your mission even when the world tells you to play small.⁠Check out Terri Here:Website: terricole.comBook website: hfcbook.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/terricole/

What happens when life takes an unexpected turn and the path you thought you were on completely unravels? Melissa Monte—host of the Mind Love podcast and a force in personal growth—knows this journey intimately. From trauma and addiction to a wrongful felony conviction, Melissa’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and the power of rewriting our narrative.In this raw and insightful conversation, Jody and Melissa dive into:✨ The truth about resilience (it’s not what you think)✨ The stories we tell ourselves—and how to change them✨ Breaking free from generational trauma and loneliness✨ The power of mindset in creating the life you actually wantThis episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever felt stuck in their past, wondering what now? Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and reminded of your own power.Follow Melissa:https://instagram.com/mindlovemelissa