What If Your Best Friends Are Podcasters You’ve Never Met?
There are pros and cons to one of the most common parasocial relationships
Good Luck Deciphering the “Very Mixed Messages” of Masculinity
Should you be an alpha male or a feminist? Hyper-masculine or gender agnostic? Men’s relationships — with friends, family, society — are being upended by a cultural tug of war.
How to Overcome the Current "Epidemic of Loneliness"
American men are in the midst of a friendship crisis, so we're turning our attention to these all-important platonic relationships
After Failing to Make Friends, He Created a Real-Life “Cheers”
Sports, wings and beer can actually lead to deep relationships, as Chez Chesak discovered when he moved to Cincinnati
We’re Men. Of Course We Don’t Look Each Other in the Eye.
Sitting at the bar, watching the game, driving up the fairway. What can we learn from the male preference for side-by-side interaction?
Friendship Advice From My Dad and His Best Pal of 50 Years
What's the secret to long-lasting friendship?
Can Different Generations Truly Be Friends?
On social media, age groups have been condensed into antagonistic memes. Here’s how one Gen Zer and Gen Xer are bridging a widening generation gap.
How to Recover a Friendship You Lost
Trust, intimacy and olive branches are all crucial, according to relationship experts. So is recognizing that your pickleball partner may not be on the same level as your college roommate.
The Male Friendship Equation: Meeting a Loneliness Crisis Head-On
Americans are increasingly isolated, especially men. This month, instead of despairing, we’re exploring the state of male friendship, warts and all.
The “Friends” Cast Doesn’t Owe You a Statement About Matthew Perry’s Death
The actor passed away at the age of 54 over the weekend
What Qualities Do All Healthy Friendships Have in Common?
There are a bunch, to be sure, but consider these the big six
How to Master the Art of Being Happy for Other People
You've heard of schadenfreude. But how about freudenfreude?
“Friends” Creator Marta Kauffman Should Apologize for Fat Monica Next
Kauffman recently apologized for the show's lack of diversity and transphobia. She should address its fatphobia next.
The Best Bottles of Beer to Bring to a Fancy Dinner Party, According to Professional Brewers
Why bring a boring bottle of wine when you can show up with one of these?
Why People Are Increasingly Turning to Dating Apps for Platonic Relationships
FOMO is back and pushing people to seek friendships through networking services