Loneliless - A Podcast to Reconnect

Do Cities Make Us Lonely? In this episode of Loneliless, we explore how urban living shapes our wellbeing and what we can do to find connection in the city. Our guest is Prof. Dr. Mazda Adli, psychiatrist and stress researcher, who explains why loneliness is a form of social stress, how urban environments affect our mental health, and what individuals, neighborhoods, and cities can do to foster connection. From the urban advantage and neurourbanism to public spaces and everyday interactions, this episode offers insights and practical perspectives on finding connection in urban life. We’d love to hear from you — share your thoughts, experiences, or questions you’d like us to explore in future episodes.

Welcome to the very first episode of Loneliless - A Podcast to Reconnect. In this introduction, hosts Lea and Enya share their personal experiences, why they started this podcast and what to expect from season 1. You'll also hear how loneliness differs from social isolation, what recent WHO data reveals about how widespread it its, and how deeply our physical and mental health are shaped by social connection. We’d love to hear from you! Please share your thoughts or questions you’d like us to explore in future episodes. Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loneliless.podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loneliless.podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/loneliless.podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lonelilessde Email: info@loneliless.de Disclaimer: The Loneliless Podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. If you are struggling, please contact a health professional or local support services (Germany: 116 123; international: findahelpline.com). © 2025 Enya Elstner & Lea Merkel — Loneliless®

Welcome to Loneliless – A Podcast to Reconnect. Join Medical Doctor Lea Merkel and Actress & Producer Enya Elstner as they explore loneliness and social connection. Each episode hosts open conversations with experts from science, practice and lived experience to break the stigma and explore pathways to greater social connection.