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April 23, 2024

Celebrating The Inner Teenager (with special guest Sara Bynoe)

In this very special episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko is joined by Sara Bynoe (actor, producer, host of Teen Angst) to dive deep into the complexities of friendship and the emotional impact of friend break-ups. S...

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April 16, 2024

Meeting Our Past and Future Selves (part 2) (with special guest Scott…

In this very special part 2 episode, your pal James Avramenko and guest Scott Hendrickson continue their discussion on the nuanced landscape of friendship, forgiveness, and the courage to confront one's past. They candidly ex...

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April 9, 2024

Meeting Our Past and Future Selves (part 1) (with special guest Scott…

This week on a very special episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko is joined by his oldest friend Scott Hendrickson to explore the multifaceted nature of friendship, the importance of authenticity, and the poignant re...

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April 2, 2024

Still Here (with special guest Kat Jeffery)

In this very special episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko and guest Kat Jeffery unpack the nuanced nature of friendship and self-discovery through a gripping and honest dialogue. James and Kat rekindle a connection f...

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March 26, 2024

How to Reframe Internal Narratives (March Lil' Guy)

In this very special episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko takes listeners on a deep dive into the themes of accountability, the complexities of love, and the transformative practice of reframing. James reflects on hi...

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March 19, 2024

The Sober Road Goes On and On (with special guest Bryan Nothling)

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal and host James Avramenko welcomes back Bryan Nothling aka The Bnoth. In a candid conversation between two creative souls, they dive deep into the unpredictable water...

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March 12, 2024

You Don't Know What You Don't Know (with special guest Jabree Robinso…

Join host James Avramenko on very special episode Friendless for an enlightening conversation with Jabree Robinson, a martial arts merch expert and queer community icon. They discuss the undiscovered gem that is Bellingham, w...

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March 5, 2024

Bridging Distances (with special guest Selin Isik)

In this very special episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko and guest Selin Isik delve into the complexities of living across continents, the impact of family dynamics on friendships, and the challenges of building and...

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Feb. 27, 2024

L'amour c'est fou (February Lil' Guy)

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James is doing a wrap-up of the month of Love! He gives a breakdown of where he's at with love, discussing what he's gotten wrong in the past and …

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Feb. 20, 2024

What's bringing you joy this week? (with special guest Andrew Wade)

In this very special episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko interviews actor, writer, and producer Andrew Wade. Their wide-ranging conversation delves into the challenges of maintaining online presence, the importance ...

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Feb. 13, 2024

So you've been diagnosed with ADHD...(with special guest Shanda Stefa…

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James Avramenko is joined by returning guest Shanda Stefanson! They discuss shifting focus away from their old poetry circles, dealing with later life ADHD diagnoses...

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Feb. 6, 2024

Getting Dramatic (with special guest Landon Walliser)

In this very special episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko welcomes guest Landon Walliser for a candid conversation about the complexities of the theatre industry, the challenges of regional theatre, and the importan...

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Jan. 30, 2024

You're Doing Better Than You Think (January Lil' Guy)

In this very special episode of "Friendless," host James Avramenko delves into themes of self-forgiveness and the distinction between behaving badly and behaving dangerously. He explores internal narratives, accountability, a...

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Jan. 23, 2024

Cross-continental Connections (with special guest Taylor Padget)

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 e...

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Jan. 16, 2024

Some Heavy Ass Shit (with special guest Kal Nguyen)

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James Avramenko is joined by artist and ruffian Kal Nguyen. They get into some really heavy subject matter, so listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you ...

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Jan. 9, 2024

Burn It Down With Love (with Jaz Papadopoulos)

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 pit...

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Dec. 12, 2023

Holiday Wrap-Up Extravaganza! (December Lil' Guy)

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 …

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Dec. 5, 2023

Unbreaking Your Brain (with Special Guest Darcy Haywood Stoop)

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 e...

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Nov. 30, 2023

Radical Vulnerability (November Lil' Guy)

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 an...

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Nov. 21, 2023

Queer Love on a Dead Planet (with special guest Nathan Iles)

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 ...

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Nov. 14, 2023

Navigating Lost Friendships and Setting Boundaries (with special gues…

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 proc...

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Nov. 7, 2023

Escape from Community (with Rod Peter Jr)

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 betwe...

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Oct. 31, 2023

Halloween Q&A Spook-Tacular!

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 answer...

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Oct. 24, 2023

The pitfalls of self-discovery (with special guest Gavin Mac)

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 ...

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