
Some Heavy Ass Shit (with special guest Kal Nguyen)
Explicit content warning
01/16/24 • 67 min
This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James Avramenko is joined by artist and ruffian Kal Nguyen.
They get into some really heavy subject matter, so listener discretion is advised.
If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health and need help, here are a few resources to reach out to:
Talk Suicide Canada: 988
Mental Health Support Line: 310-6789
Vancouver Crisis Line - 604-872-3311
You're not alone.
This week on a very special episode of Friendless, your pal James Avramenko is joined by artist and ruffian Kal Nguyen.
They get into some really heavy subject matter, so listener discretion is advised.
If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health and need help, here are a few resources to reach out to:
Talk Suicide Canada: 988
Mental Health Support Line: 310-6789
Vancouver Crisis Line - 604-872-3311
You're not alone.
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