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Sept. 24, 2024

Building Online Communities (with special guest Tim Riel)

Building Online Communities (with special guest Tim Riel)
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In this very special episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko sits down with Tim Riel (@nerdincorrect) to explore the intricate world of community building, the realities of adult friendships, and the importance of small, thoughtful gestures in maintaining connections. Tim, a dedicated board gamer, comedian, and host of Codenames Live, opens up about managing his busy schedule filled with various projects.

They discuss the myriad challenges and joys of friendship, particularly how adult responsibilities and past experiences shape current relationships.

Listeners will gain insight into the emotional strain of outreach, the importance of community on online platforms, and the profound impact of minor acts of kindness, affectionately termed "pebbling." Tim also emphasizes the reality behind social media connections and the often unrealistic portrayals of friendship in media.

This episode provides a heartfelt discussion on the feelings of loneliness that even the most connected individuals experience, along with actionable advice on supporting friends discreetly and sincerely. As Tim shares his journey, you’ll leave with a greater appreciation for the small, meaningful ways we can lift each other up.

Don't miss this touching and insightful conversation on the complexities of friendship and community.

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Brendan McKeigan: http://www.brendanmckeigan.com/

Dani Standring: https://beacons.ai/dani_standring/

Shannon Lahaie: https://www.twitch.tv/shanomen0n/

Jason Hatrick: https://twitter.com/jasonhatrick

Tavis Maplesden: https://twitter.com/TavisMaplesden

Lorenzo Patino: https://www.instagram.com/zopunny

Logan Avery Cooper: https://www.instagram.com/loganaverycooper

Sam Murdock: https://www.twitch.tv/suitedmonkey

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