Roots and Rhythm Podcast

No New Friends | Navigating New Relationships, Learning How and When To Let Go | Episode 11

Vladimir Louissaint and Angie Thomas Season 1 Episode 11

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🎙️ In this week’s episode of Roots & Rhythm, Vlad and Angie dive into the complexities of building and maintaining friendships in adulthood.

As parents in their thirties, they reflect on what truly qualifies as friendship, what happens when we outgrow certain relationships, and how to navigate the painful reality of drifting apart from people we once held close. Vlad opens up about one of his most important friendships—a bond that began to unravel after he met his wife, leading to heartbreak, mistakes, and the tough decision to move on. Angie shares her own story of a friendship tested by family ties and breakups, and the lessons she carried forward.

This conversation is raw, personal, and relatable for anyone who has ever struggled with changing relationships. Tune in to learn how embracing your story can bring clarity to the friendships you keep—and the ones you release.

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Roots & Rhythm Podcast is where culture, healing, and real-life conversations meet. Hosted by Vlad Louissaint and Angie, the podcast explores healthy relationships, healing childhood trauma, identity, parenting, spiritual growth, social commentary, and generational healing—through an Afro-Caribbean and lived-experience lens.

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