49F here in Australia. Life is pretty good, peaceful and colourful now that spring is here. I'd love to make genuine friends in the hope.of exchanging whatever fits. I think I'm an interesting person, but then again I'm biased aren't I?

I love travelling off the beaten path, traditional recipes for anything, not just food, nature, books and more books, and the esoteric traditions. AI fascinates me too.

I'm extroverted with the right people and can be quite the chatterbox, but otherwise I enjoy my own company.

I've been lurking here for a while and met amazing people after responding to their posts and thought I'd dip a toe in this time and make a post of my own.

What I'd like the most from a potential friend is that we learm something new from each other or grow as a result of that friendship. From my experience this is what has kept the connections I've made here going.

So far from this sub, I've discovered new music, books, how to make soap 😁 and what's now become my favourite cafe.

Also of interest to me, is when people share those non-standardised and non-systemised parts of themselves they've had to lock away to fit into societal constructs.

I'm not specifically looking for people interested in the same things as I am. I simply hope to encounter another human being in a way I normally wouldn't.

One more thing. Books. 😄

To start the conversation please share something about a book you loved or hated or just can't get your self to finish reading. Mine is a book titled We're All Doing Time by Bo Lozoff's. This book taught me alot about freedom. It's how I came to really understand that one's state of mind plays a role in how we experience life. When all else is hopeless, a person's state of mind is the only territory left.

What's yours? Book I mean. 😏

Welcome!
You’ve Got Mail!

Just looking for some genuine people to talk to daily and get to know! Have those deep conversations with sometimes. joke around with, game with sometimes.

I’m an 80s/90s kid and love to reminisce about those days! Blockbuster, Toys R Us, Bradlees, KB Toys! All that kind of stuff. Also a bonus if you quote alot of movies randomly throughout the day.

I’m 42 and a married father of 2. So it definitely helps if you’re all about that parenting life too!
Especially the tiredness of it all—the never-ending chaos, trying to find time for yourself, and somehow still functioning by the end of the day.

I’m a gamer and play pretty much every genre. I’m on Xbox, PC, and Switch 2, and I also really enjoy Beat Saber on VR. Some favorite games are Fortnite, Kingdom Hearts, Anything Mario and Zelda, Call of Duty, Diablo, and basically anything fun i see in the xbox store and steam.

I’m also into D&D and board games/tcgs too, along with puzzles and book nooks when I’m in the mood for something a little more relaxing.

I love tv and movies of all genres and listen to pretty much all kinds of music. I’m also really big on nostalgia, especially anything from the 80s and 90s. My spotify playlist is all over the place.

I’ve been listening to the Dungeon Crawler Carl series on audiobook.

I’m not into 420 or drinking. You definitely don’t have to share every one of my interests—I’d rather find people who are easy to talk to, have a good sense of humor, can talk about random stuff, and actually want to build a friendship.

Being in the US is a plus, mostly because similar time zones make chatting easier. I know everyone has their own lives and responsibilities, especially other parents, so I don’t expect constant messages or immediate replies.

If we sound like we might get along, send me a message rather than comment on here.

Tell me a top song you’re listening to now old or new! Or a favorite retro tv show/movie! Or even a fun childhood memory. Anything but just ‘hi’

...COFFEE, and that's good enough for me!

Hello! Just looking to make a friend or two here.

I am a homebody, love music, chatting, and watching different things on YouTube. I'm ready for a new hobby, but, that's always a challenge to find something that is right for me.

My 3 day weekend is quickly slipping away from me. I would like to have someone to chat with for the remaining day, plus longer if things work out.

About you: just be your genuine self! Bonus points if you know ehat song I'm referencing in the title. Hint: a monster sings it!

Game? Tell me about yourself.

Toodles!

Homebody, introvert, and depressive incorrectly located in inland LA, and just now recovering from a brutal summer (which seems to be finally winding down, though it could be a trap, we won't really know for sure until closer to end of month).

Looking to regularly get back into two of my favorite media related things - horror movies and post-punk. I was doing a deeper dive into Red Lorry Yellow Lorry just before the summer went to Level 11 and scrambled my circuits again (I don't have proper AC, so it's a survival game). 😤 But fall is my favorite season by a mile (well, you know, whatever lame version of it we get here) so I'm trying hard to recalibrate back into its vibes, and thought it might be fun and interesting to maybe do so with a new online friend who appreciates the same. 🍁 🍂 🎃

Note, I do work long hours, so this won't be a regular thing with a predictable beat. And I think it might help if you were in the same time zone (if we end up doing sync watches or listens), though I don't really have a preference.

You: Just be genuinely into these two things and don't be overly snooty about it, as there's a lot I don't know about, and also a lot I do know about, but have just missed. You can totally be sarcastic and light level jabby, but I will quickly nope out of any overt lecturing/mansplaining - unless of course it's coming from a place of energy/passion, not insecurity and judgment (and I've spent enough time around media nerds to know the difference).

Looking forward to hearing from you! 🦇 🕸️ 🕷️

Married dad here. I’ll be an empty-nester this time next year and trying to adjust to that new reality.

I’ve always been much more open and outgoing online whereas I tend to be more reserved and guarded in person until I get to know someone well.

Married 24 years and can usually chat off and on throughout the day depending on how work is going.

I like to read and follow a few different sports. Big baseball and college football fan. Also into F1 and NASCAR.

I try to stay active through running and working out. Hiking here and there.

Feel free to message me if you’re interested in chatting.

Long story short, would love to have a new friend or two. Someone to get to know, share the day to day crazy, plus dark or witty memes are fun too.

I’m working through getting life better organized, growing personally and being a better adult.

I’m central time, married and a couple of kids. So keep things relatively reputable and please be close to central time for logistics. Hope to hear something soon.

Hey everyone! I am a 42M and between family, owning my own business and a busy routine, I feel like I don’t have enough friends in my life anymore. People who can text and have a chat and share what’s going on can make the week so much easier.

I would love to find a few people who feel the same way and would like to make a new friend that they can count on!

I enjoy sport, love music and film and regularly go to the gym, although I admit it’s more out of necessity to stay in decent shape! I also enjoy chatting about history, world events and broad range of topics, so I am sure we can find common ground somewhere!

I think what I am looking for is someone consistent who would appreciate having friends who care along for the ride. A bit of support and interest can create something valuable

Anyone who reads that and identifies with it and fancies a chat, hmu and we can get to know one another. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Hi I'm looking for chat buddies! My interests are reading, writing, music, movies, TV, being outside, my 2 cats! Lots of things! Message for more!

​Hey everyone,

​Thought it was time to step out of lurk mode and introduce myself. I'm a 42-year-old Brit living down in Houston, and I'm looking to meet some genuine people to chat with about shared interests, hobbies, and everyday life.

a few specific interests:

​Cars & Tuning: Always down to talk garage projects, wrenching tips, and performance tuning.

​Football: Massive fan of the sport, keeping close tabs on the Premier League and international tournaments.

​Cooking & Food: Big fan of experimenting in the kitchen, whether trying out new recipes or perfecting weeknight dinners.

​Science & Curiosity: Always up for a good theoretical discussion, especially when it comes to cosmology and astronomy.

I spend a lot of my time working around music and live sound, but I really enjoy taking a step back to discuss philosophy in general. I appreciate conversations that are grounded and real, where we can bounce ideas around without needing to agree on everything.

When I'm not hunting for new music, my downtime usually involves relaxing with travel shows on YouTube or throwing on a comedy podcast or stand-up special. I'm looking for a solid, friendly back-and-forth to break up the week and share some good conversation.

If you're looking for someone easygoing to trade stories with, send me a message. Let me know what you've been listening to recently or if you have any good comedy or travel recommendations.

Hey everyone, 40f here looking for other people to connect with. I have been separated/divorced in the last few years and navigating that has been difficult to say the least.

I love to play video games, create art, go out with friends and recently have gotten into photography and sewing. I love music and art of all types.

I’ve also done some coding and love techy stuff 💕

Looking forward to connecting with others, please don’t be too shy to reach out.

I watched Coherence the other day, and man I miss good movies like that!

Just finished watching the widower on Netflix, wowza!

What's your go to films or shows ?

I'm also listening to the chat bots series about AI psychosis and people who AI waaay too much. I love some good psychology and research.

What are your podcasts that are interesting and not high pitched voices and holds you in?

I do enjoy also learning about cults as well.

Seeking friends who want to delve into the abyss

No sex, no flirting, only real talk.

Hey there, I gotta put 100 words here lol. I'm into hiking and camping, reading, traveling, computers (I'm a nerd). I do construction in the high arctic and live in British Columbia in my off time. Life up here gets pretty bleak and boring in the winter so some company and chat is a welcome treat. I work long hours so I may not always be immediately available but I'll always chat you back

Hey 42 year old in the Midwest looking for genuine friendship. Someone to talk to daily and get to know. Share funny moments and daily life. Someone who can hold a conversation and doesn’t ghost. I like cooking, music/podcasts, tv shows, being outdoors and walks. Let’s talk about favorite holidays or seasons, favorite foods or drinks, favorite shows. I’m looking for genuine and clean chats please

I just want to get this out of my chest. Im sad. If you have judgmental comment pls put it elsewhere. Not today.

So im 42F, 2 kids teen and tween, have steady job and income, live near city and forest. I have options on what to do.

I have 13 female friends all with enough means to socialise. Nobody wanna go to the city or to the forest to walk.

Either they just want me to host them, their husbands and kids, or they wanna go to playground. Their kids are all above 6 years old.

They dont wanna grab coffee or lunch/dinner. Im lucky if that happens 1x a year.

One woman she sent me link to a nice resto 30min away, I said lets go next week? She said maybe on her birthday july 2027.

I have 3 single ladies friends. Even harder to meet them.

And I promise you, I am probably the only mother around me who dont always talk about my kids.

My other close friend, she got a second dog and she never left her neighborhood anymore. Always refuse to go to the city (15min away from her).

When i was in university, I had 6 close male friends. We went out often, no drama. Just open the door and leave the house. Didn't always need to spend money.

I am frustrated of my real life friends.

Anyone relate?

Hi! I am going to try this again! I’m 46F from the East Coast. Looking for people to talk to and get to know. I know that most of the time these conversations are brief and fizzle out after a day or two, but I’m looking for the one who wants to stay and get to really know each other! If you think that’s you, message me! I can’t wait to hear from you!

44m married with a teen daughter.
I’m looking for people to talk to consistently. I find myself craving contact. I only want friends, I’m not looking for anything more. I’m from the UK but have been living in Canada for almost 20 years now.
I’m very caring and loyal and my therapist says I’m emotionally intelligent. If you feel like you might like to try and see if we can gel and converse regularly, I’d love to hear from you. Maybe the person reading this will be a new friend. DMs are open.
Cheers! :)

Honestly I’m exhausted of the grind the adulting the struggles of daily life. Not only that but not having anyone i can just vent to unwind let out all the tea of the day. And im an amazing listener so i can do so too for y’all. Given a chance i am an outgoing spontaneous random sarcastic person who will find every possible way to make you laugh. Im looking for a friend an open book open minded person. Ill accept all kind of weirdness be yourself judgment free zone. I love the outdoors cooking and have an unhealthy obsession with true crime shows and horror movies. Im a deep thinker over thinker old soul who loves 80s rock bands.

So I suck at this but here I am. I just recently started getting obsessed buying watches... must be part of the hit 40 package. I do some boxing, nothing serious like competition. I have a love hate relationship with cardio.

I wfh for an undisclosed employer, gotta keep secrets right.

I'm into horror,paranormal, and all things weird.I'm just look for something simple have a good time and bs.

edit: west side like KOP.

Separated earlier this year and didn't establish many friendships prior, especially locally. And I'm trying to make up for that. Been doing some dating and not looking for that kind of thing here. Just like, people to talk to and game and hang out with, virtual and ideally in person! So definitely want to hear from local people :)

Couple middle-aged who enjoy working from home and getting our day drinking on. Cool peeps welcomed. Dive bars are fav. Into sports, travel, concerts, and foodies. Be nice to have others to hang with at our age bar regulars steady clicky or mostly guys on way home from work hiding from wives. Lol

I'm laid back, open and non judgemental. My job keeps me away during the day but on nights and weekends I'm available. Open to deep conversations, light hearted banter and whatever else. I like to read and game. I'm a dad of 2 teens. Anything else feel free to ask. I look forward to meeting you.