‘Men’s Anonymous’ with Geoffrey Greif: ‘Why Men Lose Their Friends and How to Rebuild a Modern Buddy System’
July 06, 2026

The co In this episode of “Men’s Anonymous,” host Daniel Weinberg speaks with friendship expert Geoffrey Greif, PhD, MSW, LCSW-C, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, about why men often lose close friends over time and what it takes to rebuild a strong, reliable social network.
The conversation explores the social and structural reasons male friendships fade, how men connect differently, and practical ways to create a more resilient “buddy system” for life’s transitions.
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