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No Stupid Questions · October 28, 2026 · 33m 20s

All the Lonely People | Corner Piece

Sabrina investigates the 'loneliness epidemic,' interviewing historian Fay Bound-Alberti about the history and nature of loneliness. Bound-Alberti explains how loneliness evolved as an emotion over time, challenging the idea that it's a timeless condition. Taha and Melissa challenge Sabrina to tackle her own loneliness through a sidequest, which reveals the practical difficulties of making connections in modern life. The episode blends historical analysis with personal experimentation.

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Loneliness Is a Historical Construct
Professor Fay Bound-Alberti explains that loneliness is a historically contingent emotion rather than a universal, timeless experience.
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The Sidequest Reveals Practical Barriers to Connection
Sabrina's attempt to follow her cohosts' challenge to overcome loneliness exposes the everyday obstacles to building social connections, even in a hyper-connected world.

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