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Friend Forward

Danielle Bayard Jackson -- Female Friendship Expert

This is a podcast for modern women looking to understand the complexities of female friendship. Hosted by Danielle Bayard Jackson --female friendship coach and educator-- Friend Forward provides research, strategies, and tough-love truth to answer your questions about how to navigate relationships with other women. Tune in every week for new insights about how to create and maintain better female friendships. (And in between episodes, follow along on TikTok at @thefriendshipexpert or IG @daniellebayardjackson)
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Friend Forward episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Friend Forward for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Friend Forward episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

**WE'RE STARTING A BOOK CLUB! **Book clubs aren't anything new, but they're a tried and true strategy for finding new friends and nurturing relationships with them over time. Today I'm interviewing Mackenzie "Mack" Newcomb about how she created a book club with nearly 200,000 members and what she's been doing to help women form meaningful friendships once they join. Listen as she gives TANGIBLE tips for how to get plugged into a book club ... or how to START one of your own, if you're feeling bold. After listening, grab your copy of the book we're reading in the Friend Forward Library at Betterfemalefriendships.com/bookclub. To book a friendship coaching session OR to have Danielle speak at your next conference, visit betterfemalefriendships.com. *Follow Danielle on Instagram.*
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"Girl Problems" is a new weekly segment from the Friend Forward podcast where we attempt to answer a listener's issue in 5 minutes or less. To submit your issue ( or to sign-up for a full one-on-one session), visit us at Betterfemalefriendships.com. Follow Danielle on Instagram. Binge Danielle's TikToks.
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If you had it your way, you’d be open to grabbing coffee or drinks with anyone who asks and, because of that attitude, you’ve probably developed a pretty broad social network. However, this attitude may also leave you feeling overwhelmed, overextended, and confused about who to give your precious time. So, as we bring in the new year, you may be wanting to put some thought into figuring out exactly what friendships to invest in, because it does require work – the texting, planning, coordinating, calling, holding space, showing up - so how do you know what friendships are worth it?

In this episode of the Friend Forward podcast, our resident friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson is talking to Nina Badzin, author and host of the show, Dear Nina: Conversations About Friendship, about how to know who to pursue when you’re being intentional about your friendships. Nina receives so many anonymous letters from listeners each year, so she’s the perfect person to shed some light on this topic.

And as always, stay tuned to the end for this week’s homework.

To never miss an episode of the Friend Forward Podcast, click the ‘Follow’ button now. New episodes are released every Thursday, and our ‘Girl Problems’ segment are released bi-weekly on Tuesdays.

To connect with Nina Badzin, you can reach out to her on Instagram, and you can check out all her podcast has to offer here.

Want to join our Book Club and see what we’re reading this month? Join us here.

To find out more about Danielle’s Friendship event, happening in March 2024, click here.

To explore more of Danielle’s friendship expertise, connect with her at https://www.instagram.com/daniellebayardjackson

Stay updated with the latest episodes and podcast updates at https://www.instagram.com/friendforward

To explore coaching with Danielle visit www.betterfemalefriendships.com/coaching

Book Danielle to speak at your upcoming conference or event, by emailing [email protected]

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This episode is DIFFERENT. I'm finally opening up about what it's like to be a female friendship coach and educator, in an attempt to practice more vulnerability with our Friend Forward audience. *** WE JUST LAUNCHED A MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP!*** If you like reading books and talking about female friendship (and opportunities to talk to women who are just as intentional as you are about creating healthy platonic relationships), come join us at Betterfemalefriendships.com/bookclub while there's still room!

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Follow Danielle on Instagram or TikTok. Book her to speak at your conference by contacting Sam Lee at [email protected]

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You might be in a place where you're convinced that you don't need friendships. Maybe you're too busy, maybe you've been hurt. Either way, you'd be wrong. In today's episode of the Friend Forward Podcast (100 episodes!!!), we'll break down 3 reasons people say they don't need friendships, along with some insightful research that shows just how important friendship actually is. Come join our '"Group Chat", or book a private session with resident friendship coach and educator, Danielle Bayard Jackson. On IG: Danielle Bayard Jackson On TikTok: @TheFriendshipExpert To book Danielle to speak at your conference or event: [email protected]
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This week we talk to Ali, a young woman whose social media video went viral-- and shortly afterwards, there was a falling out. Listen as we interview her to learn what inspired the video, and what happened after it began to circulate online. We'll end the episode with a takeaway for women who are conflict averse people-pleasers, because there's a lot that they can learn from Ali's experience.

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The word “accountability” is used pretty often both on social media and in real life situations, but what does it really mean, and how does it play out with regard to friendships?

You may be able to recall a time when you attempted to hold a friend accountable for a decision she had made, and been met with annoyance, anger and even withdrawal, leaving you wondering if you should have just kept your mouth shut. But is this ultimately what friends are for?

In this week’s episode of the Friend Forward podcast, our resident friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson talks about why accountability is so uncomfortable, both for the person giving it and the person on the receiving end. She also breaks down the difference between accountability and shaming, and provides her expert advice on how to deliver it with love because ultimately, accountability is an unavoidable part of an intimate friendship.

To find out more about Danielle’s upcoming friendship event, happening in March 2024, click here.

Check out Danielle's video on this topic here.

To never miss an episode of the Friend Forward Podcast, click the ‘Follow’ button now. New episodes are released every Thursday, and our ‘Girl Problems’ episodes are released bi-weekly on Tuesdays.

Want to join our Book Club and see what we’re reading this month? Join us here.

To explore more of Danielle’s friendship expertise, connect with her at https://www.instagram.com/daniellebayardjackson

Stay updated with the latest episodes and podcast updates at https://www.instagram.com/friendforward

To explore coaching with Danielle visit www.betterfemalefriendships.com/coaching

Book Danielle to speak at your upcoming conference or event, by emailing [email protected]

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Here, on the Friend Forward podcast, we’ve explored the issue of friendship at the intersection of our romantic relationships in a myriad of different ways, but today on the show we are specifically exploring the question of, how do your friendships impact your marriage?

This is a question that’s been top of mind for our resident friendship expert, Danielle Bayard Jackson, since reading Rhaina Cohen’s book, The Other Significant Others: Reimagining Life With Friendship At The Center. If you’ve ever wondered if, once you find your person, friendships are less important, well then this is the episode for you, as Danielle shares three surprising ways that your friendships impact your marriage.

And, as always, stay tuned to the end for this week’s homework.

You can listen to the episodes that further explore issues surrounding friendships and relationships, below:

  • How your friendships may be impacting your dating life and relationships with Dr. Tara of Luvbites - Listen here

  • Is your PARTNER the reason that your friendships are on life support? - Listen here

To pre-order Danielle’s book, Fighting For Our Friendships, click here

To never miss an episode of the Friend Forward Podcast, click the ‘+ Follow’ button now. New episodes are released every Thursday, and our ‘Girl Problems’ episodes are released bi-weekly on Tuesdays.

To connect with Danielle wants to hear about it - drop her a DM at @friendforward on Instagram or visit us 24/7 at www.betterfemalefriendships.com

Want to join our Book Club and see what we’re reading this month? Join us here.

To explore more of Danielle’s friendship expertise, connect with her at https://www.instagram.com/daniellebayardjackson

Stay updated with the latest episodes and podcast updates at https://www.instagram.com/friendforward

To explore coaching with Danielle visit www.betterfemalefriendships.com/coaching

Book Danielle to speak at your upcoming conference or event, by emailing [email protected]

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What do you do when your friend's in love with someone but you're not feeling it?

Today's episode roadmap:

1. Two things to consider before you speak up (as always, there's research involved!)

2. How to frame your feedback

3. What to do when your friend's in a make-up/ break-up carousel

I end the episode with a reflection of a personal relationship failure when I was in college and what my roommate finally said to wake me up.

After you listen to the episode, join us in the Facebook Group "GIVE IT A REST: Podcast After-Party" to tell us what you think and to share your personal experiences... and to vote for the topic of the next episode! Learn more at www.giveitarestmovement.com

See you over there!

Danielle Bayard Jackson

Author, Friendship Coach

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It happened last week when you reached out to a new-ish friend, and she never got back to you. It also happened last month with a friend who went off on a coffee date with a mutual friend but didn’t extend an invitation to you. And it happened last night when you had a moment of vulnerability with someone, and she didn’t respond in the way that you were hoping.

These are all examples of rejection, and when it happens, yes it can really sting. In today’s episode of Friend Forward, our resident friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson shares three ways to manage your feelings of rejection when it comes to your female friendships, to help you recover and to help you cope, in these situations.

And as always, stay tuned to the end for this week’s homework.

To never miss an episode of the Friend Forward Podcast, click the ‘Follow’ button now. New episodes are released every Thursday, and our ‘Girl Problems’ segment are released bi-weekly on Tuesdays.

Want to join our Book Club and see what we’re reading this month? Join us here.

And to join the “Be A Better Friend” 21-day challenge, click here

To find out more about Danielle’s Friendship event, happening in March 2024, click here.

To explore more of Danielle’s friendship expertise, connect with her at https://www.instagram.com/daniellebayardjackson

Stay updated with the latest episodes and podcast updates at https://www.instagram.com/friendforward

To explore coaching with Danielle visit www.betterfemalefriendships.com/coaching

Book Danielle to speak at your upcoming conference or event, by emailing [email protected]

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FAQ

How many episodes does Friend Forward have?

Friend Forward currently has 216 episodes available.

What topics does Friend Forward cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Podcasts and Relationships.

What is the most popular episode on Friend Forward?

The episode title 'Three Ways To Manage Feelings Of Rejection In Your Female Friendships' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Friend Forward?

The average episode length on Friend Forward is 17 minutes.

How often are episodes of Friend Forward released?

Episodes of Friend Forward are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Friend Forward?

The first episode of Friend Forward was released on Feb 5, 2020.

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