EPISODE · Jun 10, 2026 · 10 MIN
Why we gossip and what it reveals/conceals
from Unprocessed · host Lia Avellino
This episode explores how gossip is actually the substitute for connection and why it feels both so good and so bad. I get into the ways that gossip historically allowed me to feel close to authority figures and also what it hid me from knowing. Don't miss this short, sweet and juicy endeavor into talking shit!This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional mental health treatment, diagnosis, or therapy. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist-client relationship.The views and opinions expressed are based on my lived personal and professional experience but are general in nature. Individual situations vary, and listeners are encouraged to seek appropriate professional support for their specific needs.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own mental health decisions and actions. I am not responsible for any outcomes resulting from the use or misuse of information discussed on this podcast.The content of this podcast should not be relied upon as personalized mental health advice, crisis support, or a treatment plan. If you are experiencing distress or a mental health emergency, please contact a licensed mental health professional, local emergency services, or a crisis hotline in your area.
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This episode explores how gossip is actually the substitute for connection and why it feels both so good and so bad. I get into the ways that gossip historically allowed me to feel close to authority figures and also what it hid me from knowing. Don't miss this short, sweet and juicy endeavor into talking shit!This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional mental health treatment, diagnosis, or therapy. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist-client relationship.The views and opinions expressed are based on my lived personal and professional experience but are general in nature. Individual situations vary, and listeners are encouraged to seek appropriate professional support for their specific needs.By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own mental health decisions and actions. I am not responsible for any outcomes resulting from the use or misuse of information discussed on this podcast.The content of this podcast should not be relied upon as personalized mental health advice, crisis support, or a treatment plan. If you are experiencing distress or a mental health emergency, please contact a licensed mental health professional, local emergency services, or a crisis hotline in your area.
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Why we gossip and what it reveals/conceals
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