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A Thing or Two with Claire and EricaIncense, Italian Hand Gestures, and Dating with Upasna Barath (the Newest 831 Stories Author!)Ah, we can’t wait for you to get to hang with Upasna Barath! We chat *THINGIES* with the author and playwright—and also discuss her experience writing Comedic Timing, a modern bi-awakening with exceptional dialogue and the most charming friendships. It’s the next exceedingly delightful 831 Stories release, out tomorrow! Upasna’s Thingies include incense in the mornings (Upstate Stock’s Albany Black Spruce, specifically), scented body oil over perfume (Nuxe FTW), a red lip with no makeup ( Violette Bisou Balm—and maybe she’ll try Ilia Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon?), Italian hand gestures, a heating pad...2025-01-2752 min
Don't Butcher It with Upasna Barathnothing's different in new yorkIn this episode I lay in bed and talk about why I will be the same person no matter where I live2021-11-0915 min
The Unmistakable Creative PodcastUpasna Barath | Dismantling Cultural Structures of OppressionUpasna Barath joins us to share her unique experience of growing up in America as an Indian girl as well as returning to India as an American. Listen to her perspective on cultural structures of oppression as she delves into the topic with her unique insight into how they got there and how we can dismantle them.
See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-10-2754 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna Barathbinary thinking and making bagels for breakfastIn this episode I make lox bagels at 7:30 in the morning and talk about things I've been overthinking about ever since I could legally vote 2021-10-0512 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathSelf-Help InterludeThings are changing. In this episode, I talk about how I feel about my podcast. I also reflect on what life has been like for the past year, how I approach privilege, and what you can expect from this podcast going forward. (TW: I mention my eating disorder and I talk about fatphobia). 2021-09-1333 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathI'm Going Through Changes (with Tanitha Pereira)Upasna talks to Indian Italian model, art director, stylist, and founder of the Tiramisu Party, Tanitha Pereira (she/her). Tanitha discusses her relationship with change, her schooling experience in India, her time on reality television, and more. You can follow Tanitha on Instagram, @tanitha_pereira and join the Tiramisu Party, @tiramisu.party.2021-08-0926 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathRemember Who You're Fighting For (with Mynk Richardson-Clerk)Upasna talks to activist, athlete, and friend Mynk Richardson-Clerk (she/her) about her kneeling during the national anthem at her lacrosse games, her experience with college activism, lessons from protesting, and more. Mynk also shares advice for fellow activists.2021-07-2737 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathTo Be a Person on The Internet (with Tavi Gevinson)Upasna talks with writer, actress, and founder of Rookie Mag Tavi Gevinson (she/her) about her motivation behind the Life Skills by Rookie podcast, Gossip Girl and her perspective on reboots, cancel and call-out culture, her relationship with social media, and how her friendships have evolved. Tavi also shares insightful advice for writers and creatives.2021-07-0937 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathDon't Look Back (with Willis Weinstein)Upasna talks to Willis Weinstein (she/her), a gender fluid actor, director, and writer from Chicago, Illinois. They talk about her short film solvitur tondendo, empowering others through creating art, how they deal with self-doubt, and more. You can follow Willis on Instagram, @willisweinstein.2021-06-1428 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathYou've Got No ContextIn this episode, Upasna explains context collapse and its relationship with self-diagnosing through social media.2021-06-1417 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathKnow Your BoundariesUpasna talks about why boundaries are important and shares her experience with boundaries (aka not having them for most of her life). She also gives an overview of how you can establish and maintain your boundaries. The Vice article: "Therapists and Fans are Turning Against Instagram's 'Holistic Psychologist'" by Katie Way.2021-05-3121 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathYou're Not An Imposter! (with Kelsey J. Barnes)Upasna talks to Kelsey J. Barnes - longtime internet friend and music and culture writer - about imposter syndrome, the impact of romantic relationships on your sense of self, how we choose to post on social media, and stalking crushes. You can follow Kelsey on Twitter and on Instagram, @kelseyjbarnes.2021-05-3124 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathThe "Old You" Is Still YouUpasna talks about experiencing grief, making mistakes, overcoming regret, and taking accountability.2021-05-2421 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathUnbury Yourself (With Jina Ballenger)Upasna talks to multi-hyphenate Jina Ballenger (she/her) of Chicago Hip-Hop/R&B duo ConSoul. Jina shares advice on how to let your art evolve, how to deal with failure, how to move on when you're stuck on a project, and more. You can follow Jina on Instagram (@theejinabee), check out ConSoul on your streaming platform of choice, follow ConSoul on Instagram (@consoul2), and give ConSoul a 'Like' on Facebook!2021-05-2424 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathGo Against The Grain (With My Mom) Upasna's mother, Rajini, shares her story of becoming a single mother and the wisdom she's gained through the tough times.2021-05-1723 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathThis Podcast Will Not Change Your LifeIn the first episode of this season, Upasna discusses why it's important to center intersectionality on Don't Butcher It. She also talks about why self-help will not change your life and how to use self-help tools effectively.2021-05-1714 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathDon't Butcher It: Season One Trailer2021-01-2405 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathYou Don't Need Trauma, You Need ConvictionsIn the final episode of the first season of Don't Butcher It, Upasna explains why trauma doesn't - and can't - define you.2021-01-1214 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathYou're Not What You Do (With Emily Robinson)In this episode, Upasna talks to actress, writer, director, and producer Emily Robinson (she/they) (Film: Virgin Territory, Unicorn Store, Private Life, Eighth Grade, Dark Was the Night; TV: Transparent, Saturday Night Live, CSI: NY, Girl Meets World, Criminal Minds). They discuss their opinions on social media, Emily's role as Olivia in Eighth Grade, change-making in Hollywood, and more. Emily also shares advice for being and knowing yourself. You can follow Emily on Twitter, @Emily_Robinson, and on Instagram, @emilyrobinson.2020-12-2835 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathTo All The White Friends I've Had BeforeIn this episode, Upasna discusses whiteness and friendship. She also narrates a personal essay entitled "To All The White Friends I've Had Before."2020-12-2024 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathDo It Your Way (With Nikhil Rao)In this episode, Upasna interviews Nikhil Rao (he/him), frontman of Washington D.C. based post-punk/rock hybrid band Bottled Up. They discuss the impact of being raised by Indian immigrants, their creative processes behind making music and writing, and Bottled Up's first full-length record, Crystal. Nikhil also has advice to share. Stay until the end for a surprise. You can follow Bottled Up on Instagram, @bottled_up.exe.2020-12-1437 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathEmbrace Your BadIn this episode, Upasna answers a question about a formal greeting that has lost all meaning. She also talks about shadow work and how to get to know your shadow self.2020-12-0718 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathIt's All in Your Head (With Josh Simmons)In this episode, Upasna talks to Josh Simmons (he/him), an AmeriCorps Member at United Way of Metro Chicago. They discuss internalized whiteness, the difference between fetishization and preference, and Josh's experience as a Black man on a PWI campus. Josh also shares insight on the importance of finding and knowing yourself. You can follow Josh on Twitter (@Prince_Joshi23) or Instagram (@prince_joshiii). 2020-11-2142 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathFake It Till You Break ItIn this episode, Upasna talks about the cons of living by the phrase "fake it till you make it." She discusses why she's used the phrase in the past and how it fails to serve people who use it.2020-11-1616 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathI'm Not Going To Butcher ThisIn this episode, Upasna introduces Don’t Butcher It - why she started it, what she hopes to accomplish, and what you can expect. 2020-11-1414 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathI'm Indian, In Case You Forgot (With Siri Chilukuri)In this episode, Upasna talks to Siri Chilukuri (she/her), a reporter, essayist, and scientist based in Chicago. They discuss growing up Indian-American and being raised by single mothers, navigating grief associated with the loss of a parent, and how to stop caring about what other people think. Siri also gives some advice for aspiring writers, as well as information on baseball references in New Girl. You can follow Siri on Twitter, @schilukuri1.2020-11-1442 minDon't Butcher It with Upasna BarathYou're Just Not That Into YouIn this episode, Upasna explains why choosing emotionally unavailable people as romantic interests is a symptom of lack of self love. She discusses her experience with pining and gives advice on how to be honest with yourself in order to break a pattern.2020-11-1425 min
US: Unscripted StoriesNavigating Mixed IdentityIn the final episode of the APIDA Heritage Month series, Imani Sumbi talks to Upasna Barath about a memorable childhood story and what it's like to be mixed and a part of the APDIA community.
Music courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions.
This podcast is powered by Pinecast.2020-05-1800 minUS: Unscripted StoriesBrown, Black, and QueerIn the second episode of the APIDA Heritage Month Series, Upasna Barath discusses intersectionality, queerness, and the Desi community with Ahlaam Delange.
Music courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions.
This podcast is powered by Pinecast.2020-05-1100 minUS: Unscripted StoriesYour Best (Asian) American GirlFor the first episode of the APIDA Heritage Month Series, GA Upasna Barath talks to Chloe Wong about Mitski, representation in music, and the APIDA community on Northwestern's campus.
Music courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions.
This podcast is powered by Pinecast.2020-05-0400 minUS: Unscripted StoriesConversation with Gabriel Guzmán & Upasna BarathThis week we sit down with Graduate Assistants Upasna Barath and Gabriel Guzmán. Listen as they discuss their lived experiences and how they approach their work as Graduate Assistants for MSA.
Music courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions.
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