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Gentle ChaosHow to Say “I’m Sorry”: Conflict, Closeness & Calling Yourself OutOn this week’s episode of Gentle Chaos, lets chat about one of the hardest parts of relationships: conflict. Inspired by a listener’s DM about friendship tensions, this episode explores what happens when things get rocky with people we care about. We'll work through conflict is inevitable in any meaningful relationship and breaks down how to bring things up thoughtfully, apologize with real accountability, and move through tension without burning bridges. Whether you avoid conflict, over-apologize, or struggle with forgiveness, we'll walk through how to try and come back together and make things right. ...2025-08-0125 minGentle ChaosLove Island and the Return of a Communal Viewing ExperienceI got a text! This week's episode is all about 2025's biggest cultural phenomenon, Love Island Season 7. This episode won't just be about drama, dumpings and and slow-motion walks—it's a deep-dive into what the show's popularity reveals about our media habits, social lives, and the return of the communal viewing experience. We'll walk through the evolution of enterrainment consumption, the downside of binge watching culture, and why is so much fun to watch the same thing at the same time again. Whether your groupchat has blowing up every night or your glad to never hea...2025-07-1619 minGentle ChaosMore Good Music ft. OSÁThis week on Gentle Chaos, we’re joined by OSÁ—a genre-blending Afro-fusion artist and self-described “music guy” whose sound fuses R&B, Afrobeats, and soul. In this episode, OSÁ opens up about his artistic journey, the early days of recording in his closet, and how he developed his signature sound. We dive into the tension between authenticity and perfection, Burna Boy’s sold-out Madison Square Garden show, and what it was like breaking the news to his Nigerian parents that he was pursuing music full-time. From building a creative routine to cultivating community and trust, OSÁ sh...2025-07-1036 minGentle ChaosNYC's Favorite Clout Guy ft. Jean-Luc LukunkuFor this week's episode of Gentle Chaos, we have musician, actor and influencer Jean-Luc in the studio. We'll talk fan run-ins in Paris, his love for Sex and the City and how he was always meant to be famous. Jean-Luc shares how a series of happy accidents and unexpected turns and inspirations led him to his iconic Tiktok characters (thats 100% not like him at all). Whether you’re obsessed with TikTok culture, curious about how internet fame works, or just love hearing how creative people find their voice, this episode is a must-listen. For all up...2025-06-2554 minGentle ChaosSummer Reading: My 5 Favorite Books to RecommendA slight change in plans this week! Lets talk about literature. In this episode of Gentle Chaos, I’m sharing my top five favorite books—spanning fiction, memoir, psychology, and page-turning thrillers. Whether you're a bookworm or just looking for your next great read, these are the books that have stuck with me. I’ll walk you through why each book resonated with me, what makes it special, and why I’d recommend it to anyone—no matter your taste in stories. Books mentioned: "Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow" by Gabrielle Zevin "When Breat...2025-06-1121 minGentle ChaosNo, you should not get an AI Boyfriend: ChatGPT & AI RelationshipsWe’re back with another episode of Gentle Chaos! This week, we’re diving into a strange and very 2025 trend: people forming emotional relationships with AI. Inspired by some TikToks and an Atlantic article, I unpack why some folks are turning to generative chatbots like ChatGPT for friendship, venting, and even comfort. What does it say about our emotional lives that some people would rather cry to an algorithm than call a friend? Is it connection or just convenience? And why is it easier to open up to a machine than to someone who knows us in real...2025-05-2826 minGentle ChaosJust say Hi! The Power of Weak TiesIn this solo episode of Gentle Chaos, lets refelect on the quiet, often overlooked ways we build community—through small interactions, casual hellos, and what sociologists call weak ties. Today we'll explore how always keeping your headphones in is affecting our social fabric—and why rebuilding them starts with practicing discomfort, showing up, and sometimes just saying hi. Whether you’re a social butterfly or avoid eye contact in the elevator, this episode will leave you thinking about the quiet power of showing up. For all updates on the show and more content, make s...2025-05-1422 minGentle ChaosFor the Love of Hosting ft. Julian TineoLet's talk more about food! In this episode of Gentle Chaos, host Amaka Nnaeto sits down with Julian Tineo, founder of Heirloom Supper Club, a monthly supper club experience. We talk about the art of hosting, cooking for 80 people and and why a braised main course never fails. We'll explore how food fosters connection, and why people are craving these offline, in-person experiences more than ever. Perfect for food lovers, dinner party dreamers, and anyone curious about the power of shared meals—we'll see what magic we find when amazing food and a Brooklyn brownstone meet. F...2025-04-3044 minGentle ChaosLet's make eating together cool again! ft. Bagus RuswandiWe've brought a friend along! In this episode, I sit down with Bagus, the creative force behind Studio Bumi, a beloved communal dining experience in New York City, aimed at bringing people together with the goal of "alleviating urban loneliess". We'll how he got started, what it takes to create intentional spaces, and the small details that make guests feel truly at home. Get ready for a cozy convo on food, connection, and the magic of gathering strangers around a table. For all updates on the show and more content, make sure to follow the show and...2025-04-1643 minGentle ChaosDude, we are sooo back.We're back from season two of Gentle Chaos! In this season opener, we'll talk about ice skating, picking things back up, and hear all about what we have in store for this season. I'll dive into feelings of self-doubt and the courage it takes to keep going. We’ll explore the messy yet rewarding journey of pursuing your passions and remind ourselves that the only true failure is not trying. For all updates on the show and more content, make sure to follow the show and check out Gentle Chaos on Tiktok and Instagram! 2025-04-0210 minGentle ChaosHey, that wasn't so bad!Let's wrap this up. This episode is the Season 1 finale. Join me as we take it all the way back to the beginning of the show, and reflect on all that we've learned along the way. Connect with me on Instagram and Tiktok @gentlechaos.pod! 2024-12-2413 minGentle ChaosAn awesome, awe-full episode on awe.In this episode, it's all about perspective. I ramble on about 48-hours in Toronto, the best doughnut I've ever had and the importance of deciding to keep the positive in focus. Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok @gentlechaos.pod! 2024-11-2023 minGentle ChaosAre y'all having fun?This week's episode is mix of stream of consciousness and reflection inspired by a Tiktok, exploring how and with whom we spend our time, the importance of fun, and the lesson on frienship I'm taking from men. 2024-11-0622 minGentle ChaosDude, I gotta lock in.This episode, we'll chat about something I've been struggling with: discipline. Slightly congested, I'll discuss the need to lock in even when everything is in flux and the spiritual experience that is listening to Coldplay. 2024-10-2320 minGentle ChaosThis is as easy as it gets.#12. "I really need to ____ but I'll start later." Today we're tackling all the things you've said you need to do but haven't started. In this week's episode, I'll chat about my perpetual state of dehydration, building habits, and the painful realization that right now is as easy as life gets. 2024-10-0218 minGentle ChaosAll Things are too SmallIn this week's episode, I'll dig into a debate of minimalism versus maximalism, inspired by essayist Becca Rothfeld's debut work, "All Things Are Too Small." Tune in to hear about shedding rugs, Marie Kondo and Kim Kardashians mauseleum vibe home.2024-09-1115 minGentle ChaosNew beginningsJoin me this week for an episode that some may say borders a diary entry. We'll chat about packing apartments, immersion blenders and finding my rhythm in a new neigborhood (or at least trying).2024-08-2817 minGentle Chaosyou got a friend in me pt. 4 feat. Nailah HinesLet finish this series up. In this episode I'll round out our discussion on friendship. Nailah joins me and we chat about the new friends in your 20s, how we feel about catching up and cutting your coat according to your cloth.2024-08-1439 minGentle Chaosyou got a friend in me pt. 3 feat. Emilia McManusThis week, I continue the series on friendship and take it all the way back to middle school with Emilia (jury still out what age you are when middle school starts). We'll chat about the beauty of friends from childhood, how to get to know yourself and why you should compliment people in workout classes. 2024-07-3139 minGentle Chaosyou got a friend in me pt. 2 feat. Nthabi KamalaThis week, I continue the series on friendship, sitting down with my college pal Nthabi. Get ready for a lot of laughs as we talk about our first time hanging out, 4 years of weekly FaceTimes, and how some of your friends really don't like you.2024-07-1741 minGentle ChaosYou got a friend in me pt. 1In this episode, we'll kick off a series on friendship in your twenties. Looking from Greece to China, we'll explore what friendship is, what is looks like now, and prepare to chat with some friends across my lifetime. 2024-07-0315 minGentle Chaoslisten at your earliest conveniencein this week's episode, we'll dive into the birth of the 24-hour convenience store, doom-scrolling while waiting for your Uber Eats order, and the mistake of pursuing convenience as an end in itself. 2024-06-1217 minGentle Chaoswhatcha reading? feat. letitia asareIn today's episode, we have our first guest, Letitia, the mind behind the bookstagram @bookshelfbyla and coordinator of "What the Lit Read," and NYC-based bookclub. We'll chat about taking risks, quiet beginnings and the Excel sheet cataloging her endless pile of books.2024-05-2936 minGentle Chaoscan I ask you a favor?In this week's episode, we're talking about carrying tables, being inconvenienced, and a stocastic model will remind me why I dropped my Economics major in college. 2024-05-1520 minGentle ChaosIts not everyday rush.Welcome back. On this episode, I spend a very long time on an intramural softball analogy and examine that nagging feeling that we're perpetually running out of time. 2024-04-2726 min
Gentle ChaosEp. 1: This is going to be bad.Nice to meet you. Lets have a chat. Warning: this might be a bit bad.2024-04-0622 min