I think the most comprehensive hand/theory discussions take place over Skype, AIM, etc. because many great players don't wish to make the information available to more than a handful of people. Forums are good as well because you can take the time to think critically about a given scenario before sharing your thoughts.

My dog Rufus. He's a good listener

My girlfriend, not for strategy but for sympathetic rub downs when I'm tilted. I have zero friends who play poker. So if anyone wants to be my friend by all means