Episodes

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 Friendless Newsletter Check out the Friendless Pensight Page Follow all the links on the Friendless Linktree or Buy...

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 show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Lin...

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 visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for the newsletter, get free downloads, and so much more!

On this week's very special episode of Friendless, the one and only Robbie Towns makes his triumphant return! We talk all about setting boundaries, video games as stress triggers, and navigating the wild world of modern Canadian theatre. Check out Robbie's Instagram Check out Robbie's Website Follow Friendless' TikTok Sign up for the Friendless Substack And take a gander at the Friendless Pensight If you've got a few bucks to spare why not Buy Me A Coffee?!?

Summary: This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James continues his reading series of the latest draft of his novel "Out Of Town" with chapter 3 "The morning of a road trip is one of tense internal negotiation." Links to what we discuss: Sign up for the Friendless Substack (just scroll down a little to the signup form) Buy Friendless A Coffee! Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for...

This week on Friendless, your pal James chats with actor, musician, and trivia master Sean Amsing. They discuss the international geography of modern art, how to make it as an actor in Vancouver, the state of concept albums, and the wild tale of how we met at trivia night. Check out Sean's work on Instagram or on Spotify And check out the Friendless Substack or pick up a copy of the brand new Friendless How-To guides on Pensight Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why n...

The special sneak-peek reading series of the latest book (Tentatively Titled) "Out of Town" (Although that's changing soon) continues with a reading by your host James Avramenko of chapter 2 "This is what my life has become". If you like the chapter and want more Friendless writing, be sure to sign up for the substack newsletter to get monthly round-ups of books, music, and movie recommendations along with writing prompts to try yourself and tips on how to be a better friend! Check the Substack ...

Summary: Christine Johnson joins your host James Avramenko for a very special episode of Friendless! Christine is a director and stage manager, and a cancer survivor. They discuss their history surviving theatre school and her journey through being diagnosed first with MS and then with a brain tumour. Links to what we discuss: Sign up for the Friendless Substack (just scroll down a little to the signup form) Buy Friendless A Coffee! Support the show If you like this show and want to support it w...

Summary: Jessica Fern joins your host James Avramenko for the special Season 5 launch! Jessica is phychotherapist, public speaker, trauma & relationships expert, and author of "Polysecure" and "The Polysecure Workbook". Jessica was kind enough to offer her views on friendship attachment styles, how social media is affecting our connections, and what we can do to try and be a good enough friend in the future. In This Episode: What is attachment and why is it important? Ethical non-monogamy. Inti...

Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for the newsletter, get free downloads, and so much more!

In this very special episode, your pal James is joined by Sarah Jean to take a look back on the year that was 2022. They talk stats on the podcast, peaks and pits of the year, best movies, books, and tv shows, forming new relationships with regret, and so much more! Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for the newsletter, get free downloads, and so much more!

This week on a very special episode of Friendless get a first look at an early essay from the Friendless book! Take a moment to consider a few tips on how to reconnect with an old friend, and how to navigate the anxiety of that first meet up. Be sure to sign up for the Friendless Substack and follow Friendless on Instagram to never miss an update! Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for the newsletter, ...

This week on a special episode of Friendless, your pal Jimmy chats with Canadian turns Scottish ex-pat, Aislin Winsor. They chat scenester ego, the joys of being a bartender during Covid, travel visas, and more! Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for the newsletter, get free downloads, and so much more!

Hey sweeties! This week's a special mini-update from your pal Jimmy! He talks questions of boundaries, processing, healing, losing connections, and making little zines! It's a treat! Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for the newsletter, get free downloads, and so much more!

This week from out of the depths of the long lost season 1, your pal James welcomes back on the show actor, writer, and co-host of the podcast Bonjour Chai, David Sklar! Listen to Bonjour Chai here Sign up for the Friendless Substack here and follow Friendless on Instagram to see all the 100 Day Project zines! Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for the newsletter, get free downloads, and so much more!

This week on a special episode of Friendless, your pal James Avramenko interviews accountant to the stars Carla Svensson. She retells her adventures in quarantine traveling to work in New Zealand, meeting Taika Waititi on a deserted plane, and how to keep friendships alive across continents. Check out all the links to support Friendless through the Linktree HERE Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for t...

This week on Friendless, your pal James Avramenko interviews artist, advocate, and educator Holly Machado! Holly is a social service worked born and raised in Toronto. With a background in visual arts and education, she always wants to share creativity and love for all forms of art. Now she defines herself as an "Artist-ACtivist-Educator" with interesting stories to share and wants to help broaden peoples' perspectives when it comes to helping others and sharing kindness. Follow Holly on TikTok ...

This week on Friendless, your pal James Avramenko interviews author Elle Nash. Elle's work includes Animals Eat Each Other, Nudes, and Gag Reflex. Check out all her writing and work on her website Follow Elle on Instagram or Twitter Check out her magazine Witchcraft Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for the newsletter, get free downloads, and so much more!

Friendless is back with a brief recap of the sabbatical, along with an outline of future plans! If you've never listened before, this is a perfect jumping on point! Welcome! Hear about Long Covid's effects, the development of the podcast, future guest plans, hear the latest newsletter, and a brief apology to fallen friends gone without an episode. All that and so much more in this ful fillled episode! The zine tutorial mentioned is linked HERE The Free PDF download of 6 zine prompts to try yours...

This week your boy James interviews illustrator, graphic designer, and TikTok personality Jef Caine! Check out Jef's work over on his website or on TikTok Sign up for the Friendless newsletter and follow along with James' new 100 Day Project making single sheet zines over on Instagram Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for the newsletter, get free downloads, and so much more!

This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your boy James unfriends dancer, arts adminitrator, and Bowness High alum Melissa Tuplin! Check out Melissa's work with her dance group Dancing Monkey Lab And be sure to sign up for the Friendless Newsletter Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for the newsletter, get free downloads, and so much more!

This week your boy James interviews sex & relationship councilor turned stand-up comedian Sarah Watson! Listen to another interview Sarah did recently on the Love Doctor and read the article she was featured in on how to improve your sex life! Sign up for the Friendless Newsletter at our official homepage! And then go be a nice person you big jerk! Support the show If you like this show and want to support it why not Buy Me A Coffee or visit the Friendless Linktree to sign up for the newsletter,...