This week, Alice and Allison explore the intricate dynamics of neighborly relationships. From unexpected friendships to community resilience in the face of adversity, they share personal stories and listener emails that highlight the importance of caring, curiosity, and open-mindedness in building strong neighborhood bonds.
Thank you so much to everyone who emailed us to tell us your stories about relationships you’ve had with neighbors, from subpar to sublime.
We hope you enjoy this conversation!
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The Big Orange Splot by Daniel Manus Pinkwater is available on the Now That We Think About It Bookshop Storefront1 – https://bookshop.org/lists/books-mentioned-on-now-that-we-think-about-it
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