Friending real friends; real life weekend conversation with Gabor Kadas

The conversation delves into the loneliness epidemic and the birth of the app 'Friending' as a solution to confront it. It explores the impact of loneliness, the role of social media, user verification, safety, real-time features, and user credits. Additionally, it addresses privacy, inclusivity, and the impact of the app on therapy and medication. The discussion also highlights the importance of human connection over AI and the potential impact of the app on society in 2026.TakeawaysLoneliness epidemicReal human connectionChapters00:00 Confronting the Loneliness Epidemic05:42 Impact of Social Media on Loneliness11:05 Ensuring User Safety in Meetups16:33 Addressing New in Town Needs21:43 Impact on Therapy and Medication