Epidemic of Loneliness: Part 2 (Solutions)- Kellee Marlow, David Siegel, Olivia June & Ninis Samuel

SUMMARY

In post COVID-19 world, what if getting out of your social isolation is easier than you think? Kellee interviews three leaders of the software platforms that focus on getting you out and meeting people with similar interests.

GUEST NOTES

Kellee talks with David Siegel, CEO of Meet Up on how its software is addressing the epidemic of loneliness and creating in-person events and groups for people to meet up. There are over 35 million people who are using Meet Up today. 

The rise of find a friend software application is here to stay. Kellee interviews Olivia June CEO of Hey! Vina, on how its software application can help you to connect with others with similar interests, create gatherings and build new friendships anywhere you go. 

Your dog may be more social in helping you get out and meet people. Kellee discusses with Ninis Samuel, CEO of Bark Happy, on how its mobile software is bringing people together, in person, through shared love of dogs and creating community around it.

WHAT IS SPARK?

Spark, hosted by Kellee Marlow, on KXSF.FM in San Francisco, focuses on curated conversations with change-leaders and influencers- to inform minds, inspire ideas and ignite innovation. Basically, conversations that enable us to transcend beyond what we believe we are capable of.