Episode 327: Desperate for Friendship? How to Be a Better Friend – with Kristen Strong

Hey Everybody! It's Fr. Edward

What is real friendship—and why is it so hard to find today? In this honest and heartfelt conversation, Fr. Edward Looney sits down with Kristen Strong, author of Desperate Woman Seeks Friends (Thomas Nelson Books), to talk about the beauty, complexity, and spiritual depth of friendship in the modern world. Together they explore: Why Kristen begins her book with the simple phrase, “hello, friend” The difference between acquaintances and true, lasting friends Aristotle’s three types of friendship—and why they still matter How to navigate the end of a friendship with honesty and grace The "pity friend" dynamic and setting healthy boundaries How Jesus models the perfect friend—and what that means for us today Whether you're longing for new friendships, healing from a broken one, or simply hoping to become a better friend yourself, this episode offers encouragement, clarity, and hope. Subscribe for more conversations about faith, friendship, and the spiritual journey. Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Desperate-Woman-Seeks-Friends-Friendships-ebook/dp/B0D8VL6K3S Friendship #ChristianFriendship #KristenStrong #PodcastInterview #DesperateWomanSeeksFriends #CatholicPodcast #FaithAndFriendship #JesusIsAFriend #MakingFriends #HealthyRelationships

About Podcast

Fr. Edward Looney is a Catholic priest who loves having conversations with guests. They talk about new book releases, various topics related to faith and life, and occasionally he speaks with producers, directors, and actors from the film industry. He has podcasted since 2019, formerly as “How They Love Mary” and “Cup of St. Joe,” conducting over 300 interviews to date. The interview style podcasts from Fr. Edward continues now, as he begins each conversation greeting his audience with “Hey Everybody!” Tune in for inspiring conversations about faith, film, and life.