Jo Strogatz, a recent Tufts University graduate, explores love and friendship in her podcast, Just Friends. After struggling with dating norms, she connects with Steve Small, a man in his 60s, whose life experiences reshape her understanding of relationships. Strogatz's conversations shed light on the importance of friendships over traditional romantic pursuits, aligning with her search for fulfillment beyond standard dating narratives. Just Friends won the NPR College Podcast Challenge and reveals personal stories that bridge generational differences and offer insight into non-traditional relationships.
Her conversations with Small, she said, changed her perspective on love, romance and friendships. He became the main character in Just Friends, the grand-prize winner of this year's NPR College Podcast Challenge.
Strogatz was pondering questions relatable to many people her age: What do I want out of a romantic relationship? Is this person the one for me? Do I want to be dating at all?
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