Making the familiar strange
Ian Forrester & Dr Jessica Symons
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A podcast exploring modern relationships, intimacy, loneliness and love.
In an era of hyper connectivity, why does it feel like we've never been further apart?
In an intimate exploration of the invisible threads that pull us together and the forces that drive us into isolation. Each month we dive deep into the messy, wonderful, and often complex landscape of raw human connection.
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Recent Episodes
S1E5 Making the familiar strange with Ryan Alexander
We explore the spectrum of intimacy, love and reflect on what on earth is happening with the manosphere, as Louis Theroux uncovers the scamming of young men.
S1E4 Making the familiar strange with Julia Janssen
Julia Janssen joins us for a discussion about the state of data, privacy and intimacy
S1E3 Feeling the sizzle of Seoul
In this episode Dr Jessica talks Korean romance and her work over the last few years, while Ian can't get his hunger out of his head.Never record a podcast on an empty stomach.
S1E2 Making the familiar strange with Albert Fox Cahn
Ian and Jessica talk with Albert about the state of dating and intimacyAlberts book - https://amzn.eu/d/fOE3VhzAlbert's book launch in Cambridge -…
S1E1 An introduction to the making strangers familiar podcast
Welcome to the making strangers familiar podcastA podcast exploring modern relationships, intimacy, loneliness and love.In an era of hyper connectivity, why does it feel like we've never been further…
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Making the familiar strange has published 5 episodes since January 2026, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Relationships.
Making the familiar strange is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 1h 4m.
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