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EPISODE · Jun 9, 2026 · 47 MIN

"To the Cool Coworker Who Misunderstood My Friend Request" with Nia Starr

from Missed Connections · host The Elizabeths

In this episode, we sit down with former New Yorker and new mom Nia James Starr, who shares her struggle to build friendships while navigating a new city, a new chapter of motherhood, and a new sense of identity—and the missed connection she experienced along the way. With insights from moms who’ve been through it too, we explore how major life transitions reshape our relationships and what it takes to find connection, community, and yourself on the other side. About Nia Starr ✨ Nia is a designer and sustainability specialist helping to implement local solutions that will help solve the climate crisis. She lived in New York City for fifteen years and currently lives on the beautiful Central Coast of California. More than anything, she is a mother to her wonderful daughter whom she loves with her entire heart. 🌎 Follow Nia on TikTok @earth.y.y Links from the episode ✨ "How Do I Find Others Who Love Me in the Same Way?" with Thomas Page McBee Good Mother – a project from Spaces Therapy and Morgan Dixon, LMFT  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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