[matwood]

> I'm more than happy to spend 2-3 hours on a separate remote call with an individual

Bingo. I've been doing the same with new remote hires (especially jr). I try to block off a couple hours every other day that are 'open'. When they send their first few PRs, I'll call them and go over it which inevitable leads to lots of random questions about the code base.

Finally, I make it clear this time is open to them as long as it's needed.

My goal is to replicate the ability for someone to stop by my office. I think so far it's been ok.