Links to sources referenced on the podcast as promised:

Niobe Way Interview with DW News:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSwCHgcAY3w

Sci Show Loneliness Epidemic Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdcDKpLUajs

The Death of a Place to Sit article:

https://www.fastcompany.com/90878601/the-death-of-a-place-to-sit

Everyday Health Article on Parasocial Relationships

https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/what-are-parasocial-relationships-and-are-they-healthy/