In the Bay Area, where remote work is common and people change jobs frequently, it can be hard to make social connections in person. A growing number of apps and services are trying to fill that gap. 

<p>In the Bay Area, where remote work is common and people change jobs frequently, it can be hard to make social connections in person. A growing number of apps and services are trying to fill that gap.&nbsp;</p>

KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.

<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>