Andrew McCarthy Talks Fatherhood, New Book, Who Needs Friends & More

About this episode

Andrew McCarthy discusses his fatherhood journey and explores themes of male friendship and loneliness in his latest book.

Andrew McCarthy sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. His latest book, Who Needs Friends, Andrew explores his cross-country trip as he explores male friendship and loneliness. The book and road trip was inspired by his son, Sam asking him if he has any friends. Andrew was determined to see how men view friendship and the different stereotypes men feel they need to have when it comes to friendship. In addition we talk about how he wants to be a great role model to his kids about maintaining healthy relationships with friends. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Andrew McCarthy Andrew McCarthy is the author of three books, Brat: An ’80s Story, Just Fly Away, and The Longest Way Home — all New York Times best sellers. He is an award winning travel writer and served for a dozen years as an editor-at-larger at National Geographic Traveler magazine. Andrew has directed scores of television shows, but is best known as an actor for the past four decades, appearing is such iconic films as Pretty in Pink and Less Than Zero. He lives with his family in New York. Make sure you follow Andrew on Instagram over at @andrewtmccarthy. Also, make…

People in this episode

Host: Art Eddy

Guest: Andrew McCarthy

Topics covered

• fatherhood
• male friendship
• loneliness
• role models
• healthy relationships

Keywords

• fatherhood
• friendship
• loneliness
• Andrew McCarthy
• Who Needs Friends
• role model
• healthy relationships

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: National Geographic Traveler

Books & works: Who Needs Friends, Brat: An ’80s Story, Just Fly Away, The Longest Way Home

Places: New York

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