Friendless

In this very special, and ironically timed, episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko is joined by Taylor Padget (ice cream maestro and safest boy in Vancouver). They share a candid and humorous conversation about their experiences with friendships, the challenge of making genuine connections, and the significance of chosen family.  Taylor also shares his decision to take a bold step and...

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James Avramenko is joined by special guest Jaz Papadopoulos. Jaz is a poet, a teacher, a conflict resolution expert, and all around inspiration.  They discuss the pitfalls of living in Vancouver (and how to escape), calling the UN out on their bs, asking for what you want from the people in your life, and so much more! Check out Jaz'...

It's the most wonderful time of the year!  To wrap up 2023, your pal James is back with a review of the year. He goes over some of his favourite books, movies, and podcasts. He also answers listener questions from who to buy gifts for to his favourite and least favourite holiday traditions.  Sign up for the Friendless Substack HERE Follow Friendless on TIkTok  Follow Friendless on I...

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James Avramenko welcomes back returning guest Darcy Haywood Stoop.  They discuss the ups and downs of mental health, how to refuse to seize the day, and the healthy ego it takes to put your own airmask on first.  Sign up for the Friendless Substack HERE Follow Friendless on Instagram and on TikTok

Trigger Warning: Open conversations about depression, grief, trauma, abuse. I haven't been able to see my therapist in three weeks and am having a nervous breakdown. Come along while I try to practice radical vulnerability and express what's been going on in my life this month. I tried to say everything I could as honestly as I could, I already know I missed things, forgot things, didn't say every...

In this very special episode of "Friendless," your pal James welcomes special returning guest Nathan Iles! They discuss the importance of community and the challenges of remote work, explore the intricacies of friendship and personal growth, discuss the impact of technology and social media on relationships, the need for safe spaces, and the power of niche communities.  They also delve into t...

This week on a very special episode of Friendless host James Avramenko is joined by the talented playwright, solo performer, and writer, Laura Anne Harris.  Their conversation delves into the intrinsic joy of the creative process, the challenges of being an artist, and the need for self-compassion. Laura candidly shares her journey through personal transformation, navigating grief, and her ex...

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James is joined once again by actor, writer, producer, and pro wrasslin' mark Rod Peter Jr!  They discuss navigating the world of Fringe theatre, the difference between community and society, making friends with mushrooms, and big sweat musclemen rolling around each other! Follow Rod on Instagram Follow Friendless on Instagram Follow...

This week on a very spooky episode of Friendless, your pal James gives you a rundown of what he's been up to this October, including his sobriety journey and starting a new poetry account (@heysorryimissedyou). Then he answers all your Halloween questions! From how he'd survive a Jason Vourhees attack, to his preferred weapon in a zombie apocalypse, and if he'd rather have sex with a ghost or an a...

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James chats with Gavin Mac. They discuss the pitfalls of having straight friends, how to deal with demanding friends (and whether or not you are one), how autistism shows love, and what we talk about when we talk about mental health.  Give Gavin a follow on Instagram Sign up for the Friendless Substack Follow Friendless on Instagram...

In this episode of Friendless, host James Avramenko welcomes special guest Anton DeGroot, a lighting designer and central character in James' novel.  Join them as they delve into the fascinating world of becoming a fictional character and explore the profound impact of art on interpretations of love. They also discuss the challenges and triumphs of navigating career changes in one's thirties....

Welcome to another episode of Friendless, where we delve into the complexities of human connection and the pursuit of creative fulfillment.  In this episode, our host James Avramenko is joined by the talented artist, Eddie Torres. Eddie opens up about the pressure to constantly create content for the algorithm, feeling trapped on a hamster wheel that kills creativity. They share their fascina...

In this very special episode of Friendless, host James Avramenko welcomes the incredibly talented Rachael Alexandre, a fearless artist with an insatiable curiosity for the world.  Brace yourself as Rachael opens up about their experiences battling anxiety on set, and candidly shares their journey in the theatrical realm, detailing their love for the world of theater that blossomed during high...

Welcome to a very special episode of "Friendless" with your host James Avramenko.  In this episode, James takes a moment to reflect on the passing of time and the lessons learned along the way. As we age, we have the opportunity to live more, creating new experiences and memories. But when we were young, all we wanted was fun and to avoid pain or discomfort. However, James dives into the idea...

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James unfriends painter Corey Hardeman. They discuss the cost of art, capitalism murdering creativity, and the Blood God that rules us all. Check out Corey's work HERE and follow her on Instagram Be sure to sign up for the Friendless Substack And follow Friendless on Instagram and on TikTok If you're feeling spicy why not Buy Me A Coffee?...

In this episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko delves deep into the topic of overcoming the fear of intimacy, a challenge that many of us can relate to. The fear of intimacy can manifest differently for each person, whether it stems from past experiences, vulnerability, or a fear of rejection. However, it can serve as a significant barrier to forming the deep and meaningful connections we d...

This week on a very special Friendless, your pal James Avramenko unfriends musician, author, and Renaissance Queer, Hank Pine. They talk all about iterating on creative impulses, the hell that is editing, how many Robins Batman has had, and so much more! Read Hanks Book HERE Listen to Hank’s Music HERE And follow him on Instagram HERE Sign up for the Friendless Substack HERE Follow all the links t...

Hey there sweet peas! Welcome to a very special episode of Friendless, next exciting chapter of James' new novel "Out of Town", Chapter 7 "I hope Bret actually likes me and isn't just being nice to not hurt my feelings" Be sure to give the show a five star rating anywhere you listen and follow the links below to learn more! Fun and safety sweeties! Check out the Friendless Linktree for all the key...

Welcome back to "Friendless" the only podcast that tries to teach you how to be a better friend while your host loses every friend he has! In this episode, host James Avramenko is joined by The Established Shanda Leer. They discuss the intersection of Drag culture and Pro Wrestling, Platonic intimacy in queer culture, the real reason visibility is growing in these circles, and the unforeseen destr...

Welcome back to "Friendless," the podcast that explores friendship and intimacy. In this episode, host James Avramenko dives into the topic of loneliness and its impact on our mental and emotional health. James shares his personal experiences of feeling like an outcast and struggling to maintain long-term connections with friends and family. Loneliness is a universal experience, and it's important...

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, the "Out of Town" reading series continues with Chapter 6 "I was told one time..." Be sure to check out the Friendless Pensight Follow the LInktree Follow the TikTok or Buy Me A Coffee

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James Avramenko interviews Lauren Badillo Milici. Lauren is a poet (Final Girl & Sad, Sexy Catholic) and pop culture writer.  They discuss Henry Zebrowski as muse, the narcissism of artists, the pitfalls of Master’s level writer’s circles, and so much more! Follow Lauren on Instagram Check out her Links Here Sign up for the Frien...

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, the ongoing reading series of James' latest novel "Out of Town" continues with chapter 5 titled "So anyway, where were we?"  Sign up for the Friendless Substack Check out the Friendless Pensight Page Follow Friendless on Tiktok and on Instagram Buy Me A Coffee!

This week on Friendless, your pal James Avramenko chats with returning guest Brian Alan Ellis.  They discuss creative routines, the inate hostility of social media, indy publishing, networking with artists, and pro wrestling! Give Brian a follow on Instagram Buy his books at House of Vlad Sign up for the Friendless Substack Check out the Friendless Pensight Follow Friendless on TikTok Support...

The special sneak-oeak reading series of "Out of Town" continues with chapter 4: "No offence intended to my dad but my grandpa my example of a man growing up." read by the authour and your host James Avramenko! Links to what we discuss: * Sign up for the Friendless Substack * Buy Friendless A Coffee!  Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or vis...