The Friendzone

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The Friendzone

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Dec 3, 2012

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What is the "friendzone" and where did the term come from? How does getting in - and out - of the friendzone work? Can friendships survive the friendzone? (Studies say maybe.) Tune in to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Dec 3, 2012

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The Friendzone

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