Core Friends

by Carly Cassidy

Season 1

From a Train to My Living Room: The Friends We Find Along the Route

In this episode I sit down with Sande, a 40+ year New Yorker with the rent stabilized apartment to prove it! Sande and I met by chance (or by luck in my opinion) when seated next to each other on a train and have since become friends. We talk about everything from the NYC blackout of 1977 to kitchen fires and most important of all friendship! Podcast Intro- 'if tears could dance (i'll be alright) by STELLA. & pedram Cover photo- Meghan Marshall

S1 · E21

Sep 14, 2026

1:22:09

From a Boobie Shower to Best Friends feat. Emily

Explicit

This week I am joined by core friend, Emily to go over our origin story and maintaining friendships across state lines and oceans. We also get into college radio, Catholic school chaos, and taking leaps of faith online. Podcast Intro- 'if tears could dance (i'll be alright) by STELLA. & pedram Cover photo- Meghan Marshall Check out Emily's substack here Subscribe to my substack here

S1 · E20

Sep 1, 2026

1:11:06

I Started a Podcast About Friendship and I Don't Have Any Close Friends with David Nebinski

Explicit

This episode is a resharing of a guest episode I did for my friend David's podcast, the 'Portfolio Career Podcast.' Titled and inspired by a substack article I wrote about Core Friends titled, I Started a Podcast About Friendship and I Don't Have Any Close Friends. I also debrief highlights from our conversation in this article, Core Friends: Stop Trying to Make Fetch Happen. We talk about the challenges of modern friendship, try to answer the question, 'what is a best friend?' and more! You can find David's podcast here and follow him on substack here. Podcast Intro- 'if tears could dance (i'll be alright) by STELLA. & pedram Cover photo- Meghan Marshall

S1 · E19

Jul 5, 2026

58:56

Tiktok Brought Me Best Friends feat Amanda, Brielle and Nicole

Explicit

I'm joined this week by not one, not two, but three beautiful and hilarious guests: Amanda (core friend veteran), Brielle, and Nicole. Together we recall how we met and prove that one can make best friends in the comment section of social media platforms. We talk about everything under the short-lived NYC sun (come back, please!) including our struggles with burnout and how we strive to stay sane and social amidst it all. Spoiler alert- we also share a psychic. Tune in for good fortune.

S1 · E18

Apr 7, 2026

1:07:51

Connecting the Dots- Mapping the Roads that Lead to Friendship with Joshua K

Explicit

I am joined by Joshua Keay to explore the concept of friendship mapping, inspired by a Medium article he wrote in 2018 titled 'What I learned by mapping ten years of friendships.' Joshua shares his journey to New York City and the building of his social network, illustrating how connections can lead to unexpected friendships and personal growth. Listen to learn why you shouldn't bring a wingman to events and more! Check Out The Original Article Here Join the bunch on Instagram: @corefriendspod Podcast Intro- 'if tears could dance (i'll be alright) by STELLA. & pedram Cover photo- Meghan Marshall

S1 · E17

Mar 24, 2026

49:51

From the Core- Burning the Candle at Both Ends & Candle-lit Dinner Parties with Friends

Explicit

In this solo reflection, I dive into recent feelings of burnout and a decision to reduce posting frequency in order to stay balanced. I also explore what a friend's birthday dinner taught me about male friendships and a spontaneous invitation leading to serendipitous connections. Join the bunch on Instagram: @corefriendspod Podcast Intro- 'if tears could dance (i'll be alright) by STELLA. & pedram Cover photo- Meghan Marshall

S1 · E16

Mar 11, 2026

25:30

The Search for the Answer to 'How Tall Is Zohran Mamdani?' and Other Burning Questions with Ashleigh Carter

Explicit

I am joined again by Core Friend baddie, Ashleigh this week where we cover everything under the (bleak midwinter) sun. We catch up on her career journey and what's next following Teen Vogue's mass layoffs, and dive into my experiences being 'laid off' of birthday invites. We bond over our shared astrological placements with Zohran Mamdani (should we start a band?), and try to decipher if it's in our highest good when we get hit in the face by a pigeon (unfortunately based on real events). And lots more! Follow the bunch on Instagram: @corefriendspod Podcast Intro- 'if tears could dance (i'll be alright) by STELLA. & pedram Cover photo- Meghan Marshall

S1 · E12

Feb 10, 2026

1:16:23

1 of 3

Core Friends

From a Train to My Living Room: The Friends We Find Along the Route

From a Boobie Shower to Best Friends feat. Emily

I Started a Podcast About Friendship and I Don't Have Any Close Friends with David Nebinski

Tiktok Brought Me Best Friends feat Amanda, Brielle and Nicole

Connecting the Dots- Mapping the Roads that Lead to Friendship with Joshua K

From the Core- Burning the Candle at Both Ends & Candle-lit Dinner Parties with Friends

Losing Friends to Relationships and Mean-Girl Dynamics feat Amanda Jewell

And They Were Roommates!- Becoming Best Friends in 48 Hours with Amanda Jewell

From the Core- Building the Community vs Knocking on the Gatekeeper's Door

The Search for the Answer to 'How Tall Is Zohran Mamdani?' and Other Burning Questions with Ashleigh Carter