It's the biggest public health problem that the fewest people talk about.

Loneliness is an epidemic, and it is increasing-- and taking lives in the process.

Today we break down the new report of the US Surgeon General about social disconnection and loneliness, and talk about all the surprising ways that they can wreck your health (yes, your physical health)-- and how we can do something about it. Join us (and then join some new friends for a nice lunch.)

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Here's more on Dr. Andrea Bonior and her book Detox Your Thoughts.

Here's more on this podcast, which somehow you already found (thank you!)

Credits: Beautiful cover art by Danielle Merity, exquisitely lounge-y original music by Jordan Cooper