Corey and Rosanne are Asking For A Friend

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Asking for a Friend is the podcast where two real friends — a therapist and an HR professional — have the honest conversations women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s are already having in their heads. From rediscovering your identity beneath the roles you play, to setting boundaries, navigating reinvention, and caring for everyone but yourself — nothing is off limits and nothing is scripted. If you've ever felt lost in your own life and wondered who am I underneath all of this? — pull up a chair, you're not alone.

  1. 6d ago

    Calm In The Chaos

    In this episode of Asking for a Friend, Calm in the Chaos, Corey and Rosanne dive deep into the dangers of ignoring anxiety and depression, sharing raw personal stories about navigating divorce, suicidal depression in a partner, and the turning-point epiphanies that forced real change. They explore how doing the inner work — from therapy and medication to yoga and self-love — doesn't just heal you, it equips you to show up for the people you love most. If you've ever felt like you abandoned yourself, this episode is your reminder that it's never too late to find her again.

    29 min

  2. Jun 3

    Girl, You Are Not Fine

    In episode 12 of Asking for a Friend, Corey and therapist Rosanne get real about the mental health struggles so many of us quietly carry — anxiety, depression, and the invisible wounds that never quite heal when we keep ignoring them. Rosanne breaks down the difference between anxiety and depression, why women are especially prone to silencing that inner voice, and how boundaries aren't about keeping people out — they're about protecting yourself. If you've ever said "I'm fine" when you absolutely were not, this one's for you.

    27 min

  3. May 27

    Don't Lose Her

    In Episode 11 of Asking for a Friend, Corey and Rosanne celebrate their first 10 episodes by reflecting on what's resonated most with listeners — the universal feeling of being seen, understood, and not alone. They dive into the deeply relatable experience of women losing themselves through life's demands — marriage, motherhood, careers — and why our 50s can be the powerful turning point where we finally stop silencing that inner voice and start reclaiming who we truly are. From sassy pants and Leather Tuscadero Fitbit aliases to raw, real talk about boundaries, self-abandonment, and mental health, this episode is equal parts laugh-out-loud and deeply moving.

    27 min

  4. May 23

    Is The Seven Year Itch a Real Thing?

    In Episode 10, "Is The Seven Year Itch a Real Thing?," therapist Rosanne and co-host Corey dive into the reality of the seven-year itch — exploring how marriages become "dehydrated" when children arrive, partners stop feeling seen and heard, and the relationship quietly falls to the bottom of the priority list. They discuss practical ways to protect your marriage from the start, from creating a couple's mission statement to daily emotional check-ins that go beyond surface-level conversation. The episode wraps with a candid conversation about identity, perfectionism, and the importance of women lifting each other up — reminding listeners that what someone projects on the outside rarely tells the full story of what they're carrying within.

    28 min

  5. May 23

    Marriage Mission Statement

    In Episode 9 of Asking For A Friend, therapist and co-host dive deep into what it truly means to protect your marriage — from creating a couple's mission statement to the importance of daily check-ins that go beyond a surface-level "How was your day?" They explore how feeling heard and seen is at the root of most relationship struggles, and why consistently coming back to each other emotionally is the foundation of a lasting partnership. The episode wraps with a cliffhanger on physical intimacy, setting the stage for an honest conversation about how sex and closeness evolve over time — and why letting it fall off the list can turn your spouse into a roommate.

    31 min

  6. May 22

    Do You Ignore Red Flags? Oh, You better Believe It!

    In episode 08 of Asking For A Friend, hosts Corey and Rosanne open up about one of the most searched but rarely discussed relationship topics — infidelity — exploring the emotional betrayal that often cuts deeper than the physical act. Drawing from Corey's personal experience with the end of her first marriage and Rosanne's 20+ years as a couples therapist, they unpack how affairs rarely come "out of the blue" but are instead the result of ignored red flags, eroded communication, and a slow disconnection from self. They also discuss the power of protective friendships, the four cornerstones of a relationship (two of which are trust), and recommend Esther Perel's The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity as a must-read for anyone navigating this deeply human experience.

    30 min

  7. May 22

    Showing up for your friends? Or are you stuck?

    In episode 007 of Asking for a Friend, hosts Corey and Rosanne explore why female friendships are often the last priority in our lives — and why that needs to change. They discuss how true friends serve as "anchors," reminding us who we are outside of our roles as partners, parents, and professionals, and how neglecting those connections can lead to over-reliance on our partners and growing resentment. Whether you have lifelong girlfriends or are looking to build new connections, this episode is a heartfelt reminder to stop getting quiet and start reaching out.

    30 min

  8. May 22

    Is Self-Care Self-Ish?

    In this heartfelt episode, best friends Corey and Rosanne tackle the often-overlooked topic of self-care for caregivers, drawing from their personal experiences caring for aging parents. Rosanne, a therapist, challenges the idea that self-care is a luxury — arguing it's rooted in self-love and is essential, not optional, especially when navigating the "sandwich generation" squeeze of caring for both parents and kids. Corey shares how redefining self-care on her own terms — from early morning routines to lakeside walks with Rosanne helped her stay grounded and show up fully for her dad during the hardest season of her life.

    30 min
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Asking for a Friend is the podcast where two real friends — a therapist and an HR professional — have the honest conversations women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s are already having in their heads. From rediscovering your identity beneath the roles you play, to setting boundaries, navigating reinvention, and caring for everyone but yourself — nothing is off limits and nothing is scripted. If you've ever felt lost in your own life and wondered who am I underneath all of this? — pull up a chair, you're not alone.

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