Who's in your "close friends"? Daniel and Garet dive deep into the intriguing world of Instagram’s Close Friends feature, discussing how it reshapes online intimacy and the dynamics within the gay community. From personal anecdotes about provocative posts to the broader implications of creating micro-communities, they explore the various ways people use (and sometimes misuse) this green-circled space. They also touch on current events, including the Paris Olympics and its impact on gay culture, along with the recent Grindr restrictions within the Olympic village. Tune in to uncover how Close Friends can be a platform for authenticity, a space for provacative moments, or just another way to share the mundane moments of life with a selected few. Key Highlights Close Friends Feature: Understanding the purpose and personal experiences with Instagram’s Close Friends. Olympic Highlights: Discussing the Paris Olympics, including drag queen performances and Grindr restrictions. Privacy Concerns: Exploring the impact of privacy settings and the importance of intentional sharing. Community Building: How Close Friends can create micro-communities and safe spaces for self-expression. Content Strategies: Tips on effectively using Close Friends for personal and engaging content sharing. ___ SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON Join our Patreon! Get access to deeper dives and juicier content around every episode! Move into the Modern Gayborhood for only $5 USD/month and help us produce Modern Gays. Your support pays for our hosting, audio production and episode research. Please check it out and sign up here! What’s included: Exclusive content, stories and behind-the-scenes Community chats with Daniel and Garet Exclusive voting power on episode topics/guests Daniel and Garet's personal journal updates ___ SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW: Modern Gays is published every week. If you love the show and can support us, please subscribe and write a review wherever you get your podcasts! Thanks for listening! Daniel and Garet Co-Hosts of Modern Gays https://www.moderngays.co