Loneliless - A Podcast to Reconnect

Grief is one of the most universal human experiences—and yet it can feel incredibly lonely. In this episode of Loneliless, we speak with Bianca Neumann, Clinical Director at the UK nonprofit Sue Ryder, about the powerful connection between grief and loneliness. When we lose someone, our world can suddenly feel unfamiliar and unstable, and the absence of a loved one can leave us feeling disconnecte...

Does social media make us lonely — or can it help us connect? In this episode of Loneliless, we speak with Alex Quattrone, social innovator and researcher, about loneliness, social media, and digital connection among young adults. Drawing on insights from a recent study conducted by Neighbourly Lab and King’s College London in collaboration with Snapchat, Alex shares a more nuanced picture of how...

What does it mean to build connection far from home? In this episode of Loneliless, we talk to Paulina Moreno about moving from Mexico City to Berlin and starting over 9,700 kilometers away from home. Paulina shares her experiences with loneliness, cultural differences, and finding community abroad. From building routines and a chosen family to reflecting on discrimination and belonging, this epis...

Do Cities Make Us Lonely? In this episode of Loneliless, we explore how urban living shapes our wellbeing and what we can do to find connection in the city. Our guest is Prof. Dr. Mazda Adli, psychiatrist and stress researcher, who explains why loneliness is a form of social stress, how urban environments affect our mental health, and what individuals, neighborhoods, and cities can do to foster co...

Welcome to the very first episode of Loneliless - A Podcast to Reconnect. In this introduction, hosts Lea and Enya share their personal experiences, why they started this podcast and what to expect from season 1. You'll also hear how loneliness differs from social isolation, what recent WHO data reveals about how widespread it its, and how deeply our physical and mental health are shaped by social...

Welcome to Loneliless – A Podcast to Reconnect. Join Medical Doctor Lea Merkel and Actress & Producer Enya Elstner as they explore loneliness and social connection. Each episode hosts open conversations with experts from science, practice and lived experience to break the stigma and explore pathways to greater social connection.