Dr. Pamela Kreiser (with Meredith Edwards Nagel and Teighlor Polendo) shares her practical insights about how to improve relationships and promote peace—drawing... more
In this episode of “Asking for a Friend,” hosts Dr. Pamela Kreiser, Meredith Edwards Nagle, and Teighlor Polendo take a... more
In this last episode of our three-part series on Brené Brown's Atlas of the Heart (2021), Meredith, Teighlor, and TalkDoc... more
In the second episode of our three-part series on Brené Brown's Atlas of the Heart (2021), Meredith, Teighlor, and TalkDoc... more
Join hosts Dr. Pamela Kreiser, Meredith Edwards Nagle, and Teighlor Polendo in this episode of Asking for a Friend with... more
In this episode, we welcome Melissa Beck, President of Anonymous, an organization specializing in philanthropic strategies for wealthy families. Melissa... more
In this episode, we explore the deep-seated impact of comparison on our creativity, happiness, and overall well-being, inspired by the... more
In this insightful episode, hosts Dr. Pamela Kreiser (TalkDoc), Meredith Edwards Nagle, and Teighlor Polendo dive into the phenomenon of... more
Join us as we sit down with licensed marriage and family therapist Christopher Faris, who shares his journey from traditional... more
In this episode, hosts Dr. Pamela Kreiser, Meredith Edwards Nagle, and Teighlor Polendo revisit episode 59 featuring Christopher Faris and... more
In this episode of "Asking for a Friend,” join Dr. Pamela Kreiser, Meredith Edwards Nagle, and Teighlor Polendo dive deep... more
In this episode of "Asking for a Friend,” join Dr. Pamela Kreiser, Meredith Edwards Nagle, and Teighlor Polendo as they... more
In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of deception, exaggeration, and confabulations in our everyday interactions. We... more
Join TalkDoc, Meredith, and Teighlor on the latest episode as we dive into understanding the intricacies of healthy relationships. In... more
In this latest episode, TalkDoc, Meredith and Teighlor embark on a deep dive into the intricate world of deception within... more
Join TalkDoc, Meredith, and Teighlor on the latest episode of “Asking for a Friend with TalkDoc,” where we revisit an... more
In this latest episode of our podcast, TalkDoc, Meredith, and Teighlor tackle the intricate dance between mothers and their smartphone... more
Are your loved ones left guessing about your true feelings? Do you often find yourself taking the safer route by... more
Understanding Codependency and Hypervigilance In this episode of Asking for a Friend with TalkDoc, we deep dive into the intricate dynamics... more
Celebrating Episode 100 In the 100th episode of “Asking for a Friend with TalkDoc,” hosts TalkDoc, Meredith, and Teighlor celebrate the... more
Have you ever been told, “I don't like your tone?” That simple statement carries a world of significance. It reflects... more
In case you missed it, we are back with another AFAF Rewind! This is your chance to revisit Episodes #023... more
Join us for a special episode of Asking for a Friend with TalkDoc as we delve into the world of... more
In case you missed it, we are back with another AFAF Rewind! This is your chance to revisit Episode #028:... more
Have you ever pondered the complexities of your own reactions to being touched? Join us as we dive into the... more
In case you missed it, we are back with another AFAF Rewind! This is your chance to revisit some of... more
Ready to break free from the comfort zone and expand your world? Join us in the latest episode of Asking... more
Introducing AFAF Rewind! Your look back on our podcast's greatest hits! As February unfolds, we pay homage to American Heart Month... more
Have you ever been caught in the web of an undefined relationship, grappling with the ambiguity of where you stand?... more
The holidays are a time of joy, but they can also bring about stress, especially when it comes to openly... more
Money matters can be challenging terrain for many couples, often leading to heated arguments and unnecessary stress. Research consistently highlights... more
Ever felt like your attempts to listen were falling short? Do you find yourself inadvertently steering conversations in the wrong... more
Have you ever pondered the art of effective listening? Are you truly a master of the subtle yet essential skill... more
Grief is a universal emotion, yet it remains a topic shrouded in misunderstanding and discomfort. How do we navigate grief,... more
Have you ever found yourself at a loss for words when someone close to you is grieving? That initial encounter... more
Have you ever found yourself trapped in the aftermath of an unresolved situation or a lingering emotional burden from a... more
Have you ever heard of "beige flags" in the world of Relationships and Dating? Have you pondered over whether these... more
In this episode, we explore various green flags that can guide us towards building successful relationships. We examine those positive... more
Have you ever found yourself pondering the subtle indications that something might not be quite right in your relationships and... more
Red flags are warning signs that indicate potential problems and sometimes even dangerous situations in relationships. Red flags are easier... more
In this Father’s Day episode we celebrate the men who have taken on the role of fatherhood. Join Pete and... more
Have you been wondering if Artificial Intelligence is going to replace your job? Or negatively impact your children? In this... more
Over the past few years, AI (artificial intelligence) has transformed the way we interact with technology, making it possible for... more
Welcome to our special Mother's Day episode where we celebrate the amazing women who have taken on the all-important role... more
Communication is the cornerstone of any healthy relationship. It allows us to express our needs, desires, and emotions, and to... more
Do you find yourself guessing what others are feeling or thinking around you? Do you feel like your partner expects... more
Have you ever found yourself in a conflict and wondered why the other person acts the way they do? To... more
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you had to deal with a conflict, and noticed that you... more
Do you have trouble saying “NO” to people in your life? Do you feel guilty when you can’t say, “YES?”... more
In honor of our TWO YEAR PODAVERSARY we are re-publishing our episode on Women and Heart Attacks where we interviewed... more
Valentine’s Day and other “love” holidays are celebrated all over the world. But often, relationship partners heap expectations on each... more
Don’t you hate it when someone tests your boundaries? It feels like being dismissed and disrespected. It’s hard to push... more
Without boundaries we keep the people around us “guessing” about how to treat us. We are expecting them to read... more
EP 66: Find Your Voice - How to Increase the Power of Your Speech Have you ever noticed someone self-sabotaging their... more
Too often people approach situations believing they are reading the context accurately. We just believe we are right! We believe... more
In defensive moments, we face the ultimate question - Would you rather be right? Or would you rather have a... more
Do you have someone in your life who manipulates you with passive-aggressive behaviors? In this episode, listen to TalkDoc and... more
Are you someone who gets “stressed out” often? Do you wonder if you are experiencing underlying Anxiety? What’s the difference?... more
Let’s face it. It’s easy to criticize the people around us. But, research shows that too many criticisms can harm... more
The number one cause of death in women globally is heart attacks. So, why have heart attacks traditionally been identified... more
There are times when we are faced with sudden feelings of anger. The challenge is to have prepared anger management... more
You know the feeling….that knot that forms in your stomach….that wave of stress that hits your body….that moment where you... more
Are you someone who is caught up in telling yourself what you “should” be doing or achieving? Someone once said,... more
Have you ever said something and wished you could take it back? The reality is we can’t.Once something is said,... more
In this episode, we discuss how to express feelings effectively. Specifically, we unpack how to better Express and Regulate emotions... more
As a special tribute to Father’s Day, TalkDoc, Teighlor and Meredith hand-over their microphones to their spouses - Pete, Ralph... more
Do you leave the people around you wondering how you are feeling? Do you play it safe and “not go... more
As we celebrate our 15 Month-A-Versary, we continue to grow our podcast! Listen to TalkDoc, Teighlor and Meredith’s latest blooper... more
Do you ever find yourself wanting to have a two-way conversation with someone else, but realize you’re mostly having the... more
Being a mother can be challenging and complex! Given the life changing impact a mother’s responsibilities carry, it’s hard to... more
Influencers and endorsers with famous faces and voices are now a multi-billion-dollar industry for the advertising industry. The exploding popularity... more
Simplification can be a handy way for us to make sense of something that may seem complex. But when oversimplification... more
Have you ever heard someone blame a superstition on an outcome that is completely unrelated? Like, “I saw a black... more
Fallacies come in all shapes and sizes, but what they all have in common is fundamentally unsound. Consequently, fallacies do... more
In part 2 of our series on fallacies, TalkDoc along with her AFAF colleagues Teighlor and Meredith, introduce additional types... more
In this episode, TalkDoc introduces our new series on fallacies. This week we are looking at the fallacy of hasty... more
As an end of the year bonus, we’ll be releasing 4 short episodes on New Years resolutions over the next... more
As an end of the year bonus, we’ll be releasing 4 short episodes on New Years resolutions over the next... more
As an end of the year bonus we’ll be releasing 4 short episodes on New Years resolutions over the next... more
As an end of the year bonus, we’ll be releasing 4 short episodes on New Years resolutions over the next... more
Are you a regular listener but missed some episodes along the way? Or are you brand new to AFAF and... more
In this episode, TalkDoc breaks down the communication concept of distance versus difference. The team shares personal examples and survival... more
We all have relationships we want to maintain long-term. But sometimes, especially over the holidays, bad behavior by others can test... more
The holidays are a journey. And for most of us one of the experiences along the way will be an... more
Have you ever unexpectedly bumped into a tradition at a family holiday gathering that seemed normal to everyone there except... more
The holidays are coming and if you’re like us, there’s gonna be some added stress around this season. In this... more
As we celebrate our 9 Month-A-Versary, we continue to grow our podcast now reaching 46 states and over 55 countries!... more
“Did you have a good day at school?” “Did you like the service we provided you tonight?” “Weren’t you sick on Tuesday?” All... more
From time to time we all experience silent moments during our conversations. How we utilize and respond to the quiet... more
Are you experiencing conflict in a close, personal relationship? Are you searching for ways to overcome communication roadblocks in order... more
In this episode, TalkDoc guides us through part 3 of the “Dance of Visibility." Wouldn’t it be great if there... more
In this episode, we tackle Part 2 of the “Dance of Visibility” discussing ways to reduce over explaining and over... more
In this episode, TalkDoc begins our 3 part series, “The Dance of Visibility” with the effects of not speaking up,... more
Have you ever had a conversation go no-where or just end because of a short response? Do you get frustrated... more
As we celebrate our 6 Month-A-Versary, we continue to grow our podcast further…farther! Listen to TalkDoc, Teighlor and Meredith’s latest... more
In this episode (part 2), Staci Ross, M.A., L.M.F.T. is our guide for how a targeted person of gaslighting can... more
In this episode (part one), Staci Ross, M.A., L.M.F.T., of over 20 years, holistic health coach and Reiki master answers... more
Now that we’ve broken down boundary myths and how to make a boundary, we deep dive into practical examples of... more
In this episode TalkDoc breaks down what boundaries really are versus what they are not. Do you know clear boundaries... more
In this episode we discuss what a boundary actually is versus how boundaries often get misconstrued. Boundaries are all around... more
Join us as we interview life-coach Jamal Jivanjee about his work with others to confront the stories they tell themselves... more
In this episode we discuss how we use words to soften the blow of our messages. Every culture has ways... more
In this episode we deep dive into the professional world of communication with NFL Agent, Molly McManimie. From her undergrad... more
We all know nobody’s perfect - including TalkDoc, Meredith, and Teighlor. So we thought what better way to celebrate our 3... more
In this episode we explore the meaning of phubbing (phone snubbing). Have you ever had someone pick up their phone... more
In this episode we talk about subjects we “shouldn’t” talk about, a.k.a taboo topics. Talkdoc brings us up to speed... more
Do you have stories you tell yourself rattling around in your head about the thoughts, feelings, motivations and behaviors of... more
In this episode Shardasia LeDay, Social Worker and entrepreneur invites us into the difficult roads she’s walked through with her... more
Have you ever done something you felt was unforgivable? Have you felt unworthy of forgiveness when it was offered to... more
In this episode we focus on tools for forgiving others. Ugh, forgiveness is messy. We hear examples of people doing... more
This week we unpack the myths of forgiveness. The world tries to convince us forgiveness is weak, minimizes justice and over... more
Do you have stories you tell yourself rattling around in your head about the thoughts, feelings, motivations and behaviors of those you... more