Keep Connected Podcast

Thomas Knox’s subway pop-up started by bringing New Yorkers together for meaningful conversations in the Union Square station. Now he’s joining Meetup’s Keep Connected podcast to share advice on helping others and finding common ground with anyone.

Over the years, organizer Omar Acosta has brought people out of their comfort zones to embrace local adventures like rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, and finding new friends.

The CEO of Nextdoor shares advice on corporate management, supporting marginalized community members, and finding friends among the people around you.

Alaina Forte, organizer of Fairfax Beginner’s Dungeons & Dragons, describes how she started her Meetup group and fosters a supportive community.

Lindsey Metselaar, the host of the hit dating podcast We Met at Acme, joins Keep Connected to discuss the link between community, dating, sex and romance.

Andy Saldaña, an organizer of one of the largest Meetup groups in history, shares advice for creating a diverse and inclusive community.

Author Smiley Poswolsky shares lessons from his new book, Friendship in the Age of Loneliness, as well as tips for finding work that works for you, speaking publicly, and making friends. Tune in for a major dose of positivity.

Meetup organizer Sara Glakas and group member Caitlin Meredith join the Keep Connected podcast to discuss investing for the future, seeking financial freedom as a woman, and more.