In this episode, TalkDoc, Meredith and Teighlor share personal anecdotes from their week, including funny family moments and unexpected challenges... 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

Katie Masters, a former student of TalkDoc, takes the guest seat on “Asking For A Friend” this week. She shares... more

In this episode we look for the good around us via the language of compliments. Research shows that compliments positively... more

In this episode TalkDoc teaches us about the effects of bickering. We’ve all done it and we’ve all disliked it... more

In this episode, we discuss a tough communication challenge...Stonewalling. TalkDoc walks us through the analogy of Stonewalling as a warning... more

In this episode, we navigate the communication art of Reframing and how actively pursuing “reframe” can help us reevaluate events... more

In this episode, we dive into cultural differences of apologies, twisted apologies, and non-apologies. Taking responsibility is hard work, no... more

In this episode, we learn how defensive language (in trusting relationships) can stop our conversations and relationship development. We explore... more

In this episode, we learn why the message received is the one that counts. We discuss why what we “intend”... more

Meet the Asking For A Friend podcast team in this introductory episode! Dr. Pamela Kreiser, Meredith Edwards, and Teighlor Polendo... more