Episodes
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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 who to buy g...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
The Impact of Artistic Intention (with Anton DeGroot)
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 c...
The Comforts of Kink (with Eddie Torres)
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 Tor...
The Power of Community (with Rachael Alexandre)
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...
It's my birthday again, be nice to me! (Season 6 teaser)
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 opportuni...
Art at the End of the World with Corey Hardeman
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 HE...
Overcoming the fear of intimacy (A Lil' Guy episode)
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, wh...
What's a renaissance man? With Hank Pine!
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 Batm...
Out of Town Chapter 7: I hope Bret actually likes me and isn't just b…
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 su...
Platonic Intimacy with The Established Shanda Leer
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 d...
Navigating Loneliness: Understanding the Impact of Social Isolation (…
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 per...