What does a friendship make, according to one study, it takes 200 hours to form close relationships and more to maintain it. Elaine and Linda talk about how, in their experience, how they have created, maintained, and said goodbye to friends in the past. They also go into how they formed their friendship.

Elaine and Linda would love to hear your friendship stories, email them!

WSJ (paywall): It Takes at Least 200 Hours to Make a Close Friendship, and More to Maintain It

News Nation (free!): Maintaining friendships is hard. But just how hard is it?

In this episode, we unravel the story behind The Spider-Man of Paris, a gripping documentary about a daredevil climber navigating not just skyscrapers but the complex web of morality and purpose. The film introduces us to a morally gray protagonist whose daring feats raise questions about risk, and responsibility.

Our discussion dives deep into what makes a character morally ambiguous, how their actions challenge societal norms, and the role of community in shaping their journey.

Vjeran Tomic: The Spider-Man of Paris (Netflix): https://www.netflix.com/title/81446275

In this episode, we’re talking all about the “Third Place” – those spots where you hang out that aren’t home or work. Think coffee shops, parks, bookstores, or even your favorite neighborhood bar. These places are where people connect, chill, and build community.

We’ll chat about why these spaces are so important, how they’re changing in our digital world, and why it’s getting harder to find them.

Links for the episode:

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-parents-rsquo-trauma-leaves-biological-traces-in-children/

The Next Doc is in: This is a Robbery (Netflix) https://www.netflix.com/title/81032570