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Are you a good friend? James Avramenko (comedian, writer) wants to know. Every week James interviews guests from across the internet to dis…
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Friendless

Friendless

Are you a good friend? James Avramenko (comedian, writer) wants to know. Every week James interviews guests from across the internet to discuss what it means to be a friend, what does community mean, and how can we build stronger connections to ourselves and each other.
Friendless is an engaging and honest look at connection, intimacy, and self-compassion in the digital age.
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Recent Episodes

May 13, 2025

Rebuilding Connection After Mistakes (with special guest Dr. Christine Cooper)

In this very special episode of Friendless, host James Avramenko welcomes Dr. Christine Cooper — pharmacist, author, and self-proclaimed “reforming mean girl.” Christine opens up about her journey from being a not-so-nice kid...
May 6, 2025

Finding Light in Dark Stories (with special guest Mel Zee)

In this candid and thought-provoking episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko welcomes content creator and true crime aficionado Mel Zee for a wide-ranging exploration of friendship, online connection, and the psychology of digital communities. James and Mel retrace the origins of their own fr…
April 29, 2025

Sunshine Monkeys Rejoice! (Reflections on April)

Join me as I reflect on the month of April, discussing the return of the sun and its impact on my mental health, personal growth, and the delicate balance of maintaining connections while undergoing distress tolerance therapy...
April 22, 2025

You Don't Need to Drown (with special guest Brett Cassidy)

In this episode of Friendless, host James Avramenko welcomes Brett Cassidy, a singer, songwriter, and producer. The two reconnect after years of following each other's careers online and share a deep conversation on friendshi...
April 15, 2025

The Intersection of Art and Activism (with special guest Amy J. Lester)

In this very special episode of Friendless, host James Avramenko interviews the multifaceted Amy Lester, a political organiser, clown, filmmaker, and actress. James and Amy dive deep into the complexities of the clown communi...
April 8, 2025

The Art of the Swerve (with special guest "Ravenous" Randy Myers)

In this episode of 'Friendless,' host James Avramenko interviews "Ravenous" Randy Myers, a multi-talented performer known for his work in professional wrestling, comedy, and various forms of entertainment. Randy shares his jo...

Recent Blog Posts

May 31, 2023

Have you been a good friend?

What makes a good friend? This has been the core question of my ongoing podcast (read: freelance sociology project) “Friendless”. Lately, however, I’ve been re-examining the philosophy behind this question. There are themes that …

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About the Host

James Avramenko

James Avramenko is the creator and host of Friendless. He is a multi-disciplinary artist, working in publishing, theatre, visual, and audio mediums. His work has been published in Geist, SledgeHammer Lit, and Monster Monthly. He dreams of someday writing movie novelizations.