[Arguable] Do technology platforms enhance or hinder meaningful friendships and romantic relationships?

Today it is easier than ever to stay in touch with friends, check out their updates, milestones, and everyday moments even when life gets busy. For those separated by distance, platforms like social media and messaging apps help us remain part of each other’s lives. Work friendships often flourish thanks to digital tools, and technology has made possible countless improbable connections, offering opportunities for both straight and LGBTQ relationships that may not have existed offline. But are these digital interactions enough? Are we losing the value of face-to-face time as we begin to see online connections as good enough? In friendships and dating, does the frequency of meeting in person make a difference in relationship depth? And in the world of dating apps, has too much choice made it harder to truly connect? Join us as we explore how technology shapes and sometimes complicates the way we build and maintain meaningful relationships.