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Destination Unknown with BlazikA Sober First Date | Exploring Sobriety - Destination Unknown #15 - Zoe Scurletis / itsblazik / zoescur
In this episode of Destination Unknown, Blazik sits down with Zoe Scurletis, a fellow podcaster and someone navigating life as a young sober person.
They discuss their first date—on a podcast, of course—and dive deep into Zoe’s journey toward sobriety. From her overprotective upbringing to the moment she realized drinking wasn’t serving her, Zoe shares how mental health and sobriety have been intertwined in her life.
Blazik opens up about his own relationship with alcohol, sharing a recent slip and reflecting on how addictive tendencies shape both their lives. Through...
2024-10-151h 11
GrandmotherCarol Rosen & Zoe Scurletis│Solace and the CityThis week we're joined by Zoe Scurletis, and her grandmother Carol Rosen. Carol is an 88 year old Brooklyn native, adventurer, volunteer, gardener, romantic and former High School classmate of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Zoe is the host of the Solace and the City podcast (a hub for mental-health conversations), a future psychotherapist, and a deeply thoughtful advocate for the betterment of mental health as it pertains to the world at large. This conversation is uniquely powerful in both its depth and levity, and shines a much needed light on the values of compassion and support, and the...
2022-07-241h 02
Jappy JawsZoe Scurletis | Solace and the City, & Mental HealthFirst Thirsty Thursday of February, how we doin?! This week Lindsay is joined by Zoe Scurletis, host of the podcast 'Solace and the City' to talk about podcasting and mental health. With a play on words, Solace and the City realistically shares the unspoken words and experiences twenty somethings go through while living in the big apple. During the rough patches of life, Zoe turned to podcasting to brighten her days. With her passion for storytelling, artistry, and mental health, Zoe created Solace and the City to create a community. Encouraging others to learn and embrace society around us, while...
2022-02-0348 min
Seeing Other PeopleUnfiltered: Your Trauma Makes You Stronger with Zoe ScurletisOn this Unfiltered episode, I sit down with Zoe Scurletis, host of the podcast Solace and the City, to talk about how our traumatic experiences impact who we are and how we date. Zoe walks us through what it was like developing an eating disorder, losing a friend to suicide, and spiraling into depression. We discuss if, when and how to communicate your past traumas when seeing someone new, if you should date while battling an eating disorder, finding the balance between vulnerability and oversharing, why The Bachelor franchise is wrongfully encouraging trauma bonding, and more.
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2022-01-0652 min
IndoctriNationA Close Call w/ Zoe ScurletisThis week's guest, Zoe Scurletis is a young professional who is currently based out of Austin, Texas. For most of her adult life, Zoe battled anxiety and depression, and in 2017 she lost a close friend to suicide. She longed to do something to bring awareness to the mental health community, so in October of 2019, she launched a mental health podcast called Solace and the City™. Through authentic conversations about sensitive subjects, she works to open up the conversation around emotional wellness. Her goal of the podcast is to reduce the stigma surrounding depression, anxiety, loneliness, and suicide by sharing these po...
2021-08-2555 min
Solace and the CityEP92: MADISON ESHELMAN - In My FeelsThis week I am so excited to share my conversation with Madison Eshelman, an amazing friend and founder of Grief and Groundwork! Grief and Groundwork is a grief, depression, and anxiety coaching and support program. Madison supports individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and grief to achieve self-understanding, empowerment, and healing using what she calls Intuitive Feeling Practice. Madison coaches from the belief that under depression and anxiety is our unprocessed grief. Her coaching programs offer guidance on how we can properly grieve and find some sense of relief. With the right tools, Madison believes that we can make our anxiety, dep...
2021-06-2846 minSolace and the CityEP91: GRANT MOSHER - Guy TalkThis week I am so excited to share my conversation with Grant Mosher -- fellow Austin transplant and mental health advocate! In April of 2019, Grant founded Guy Talk: a Nationwide Men's Community bringing guys together to Do Cool Stuff and Have Meaningful Conversations. In this episode of Solace and the City, Grant and I discuss the mental health journey that led him to creating a community of men who speak open and honestly about their feelings. We also discuss the ways in which we can support those in our lives who are struggling and how to ask for help when goi...
2021-06-2146 minSolace and the CityEP90: SARAH MAGLOFF - Keep Austin A-TypicalThe episode is finally here! This week I sat down with my incredible friend and AMAZING singer, Sarah Magloff! We discussed both of our bouts with depression that trickled in while living in New York City, which ultimately led us to the wonderful place that is Austin, Texas. Now in a new city, Sarah talks the journey to being proud of being neurodivergent. You can follow Sarah on Instagram @sarahmagloff and check out her UNREAL vocal talents on her TikTok @sarahtoninnnnnz!!
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2021-06-1544 minSolace and the CitySeason 2: Episode 36 PREVIEW!Happy Monday everyone! I have a beautiful little preview of today’s conversation with my amazing friend Sarah Magloff! Take a listen to her angelic voice performing a song she and the incredibly talented Siobhan Lidon wrote together! Are they the next Elton John and Bernie Taupin? Let me know what you think!
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2021-06-1404 minSolace and the CityEP89: SCHUYLER DEBREE - Sunrise SchuyHappy Memorial Day Everyone! Today I am so excited to be sharing my conversation with Schuyler DeBree, professional soccer player and co-host of The Mental Matchup podcast! Schuyler is from the town right next to mine, Fair Haven, NJ, and was a star athlete from the earliest age. She played on the Women's Soccer Team at Duke University and graduated as ACC Defensive Player of the Year, an All-American and an Academic All-American. She was drafted 11th overall to the Washington Spirit, and spent a month there before deciding to take an opportunity to play in the Czech Republic with...
2021-05-3152 minSolace and the CityEP88: KAT ZEMPOLICH - The Mental MatchupThis week I have the pleasure or sharing my conversation with Kat Zempolich, co-founder of Morgan's Message, a non-profit organization striving to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. Much like Solace and the City, Morgan's Message aims to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone. In this episode, Kat talks about her personal journey battling depression as well as the incredibly moving story behind Morgan's Message. You can learn more ab...
2021-05-2453 minSolace and the CityEP87: DR. ROY RICHARD GRINKER - Nobody's NormalFor the second week of Mental Health Awareness Month, I am SO excited to be sharing an incredibly memorable and personal conversation with Dr. Roy Richard Grinker. Dr. Grinker is an American author and Professor of Anthropology, International Affairs, and Human Sciences at the George Washington University. His first book on autism, Unstrange Minds, was in part an "attempt to make sense of an intensely personal issue: his own daughter's autism. Although we discuss so much in the 45 minutes of this episode, we spend the majority unpacking his most recent work, Nobody's Normal. In Nobody’s Normal, Dr. Grinker chronicles the p...
2021-05-1054 minSolace and the CityEP86: RACHEL BERNSTEIN - That One Time I Was Recruited Into a Sex Cult...For the first episode of Mental Health Awareness Month, I've decided to share an episode that is not only SO interesting but also sheds lights on a little known fact about myself -- I was once recruited into the NXIVM sex cult. For those who don't know, NXIVM was an American cult that engaged in sex trafficking, forced labor, and racketeering while claiming to be a "Self-Help Group." This week, I sat down with Ifellow podcast host, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and cult specialist, Rachel Bernstein. Together we explore the mentality and psychology of cult membership, and Rachel explains h...
2021-05-0351 minSolace and the CityEP85: ALISON FIELDS - Survivor Stories Part 4For the final episode of April’s series, I am honored to be sharing my conversation with Alison Fields. Alison is an activist, writer, crisis counselor, and content creator. In our conversation, she explains how being a survivor of rape, sexual assault, and domestic violence launched her into a life of advocacy. In March of 2020, Alison was also one of the first people in New York City to report a hate crime against the AAPI community. We discuss the prejudice Alison experienced growing up due to her visible and invisible identities. I am SO sorry that this episode is delayed, bu...
2021-04-2855 minSolace and the CityEP84: MARITZA PUELLO - Survivor Stories Part 3Better late than never! I am honored to be sharing Part 3 of Survivor Stories, a special segment of Solace and the City that is working to raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault through partnering with the Exhale to Inhale community. This week I virtually sat down with Maritza Puello, a wellbeing coach and certified yoga and meditation instructor. We discuss what consent means in yoga (and general fitness) classes and how the COVID-19 pandemic has flipped the term "personal space" upside down. Martiza provides advice on how to slowly return to the "new normal" and explains why we sho...
2021-04-1947 minSolace and the CityEP83: JULIE FERNANDEZ - Survivor Stories Part 2This week I had the honor to sit down and have a conversation with Julie Fernandez, a Movement & Trauma Recovery Specialist. Julie's practice centers on recognizing the strength within ourselves and shedding the judgements, guilt and shame that arise from unresolved traumas. Some of the conditions she works with include Complex, Developmental (Early Childhood) and Shock Traumas, Anxiety, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, as well as Eating Disorders. After experiencing the cycle of trauma, from early experiences of sexual abuse, to later unhealthy and abusive relationships, Julie decided that she had to do something to show other survivors that they were not...
2021-04-1249 minSolace and the CityEP82: CHELSEA QUINT - Survivor Stories Part 1April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, so for the next four Mondays I will be sharing stories with survivors of abuse. This week, I had the incredible opportunity to record with Chelsea Quint, Trauma-Informed Business Coach and Co-Chair of Exhale to Inhale. In our conversation, she walks me through her life which was littered with various forms of sexual assault and explains how she ultimately was able to begin crawling out of a dark place. Because of the incredibly positive impact that yoga had on her life, Chelsea became a certified yoga instructor and now works closely with ETI to...
2021-04-051h 12Solace and the CityEP81: JARRETT ROSE - Kurt Cobain, Donald Trump, and ShroomsThe title says it all. My conversation with Jarrett for this week's episode was absolutely incredible, and we touched on almost every topic imaginable in the worlds of sociology and mental health. Jarrett is a PhD. Candidate at York University in Toronto studying sociology. His research specifically focuses on the ways in which psychedelics can alleviate mental distress. (Yes, we are having another episode about research on psilocybin mushrooms!) However, before launching into this specific area of research, Jarrett focused more on the social determinants of health and wellness. After graduating from his Master's Program in San Diego, he even spent...
2021-03-291h 12Solace and the CityEP80: ZACH WESTERBECK - Nobody Likes You When You're 23I am SO excited to share my conversation with Zach Westerbeck, a professional mental health speaker, College Success Coach, and author of the book “You’re Not Alone”. Much like myself, Zach has a mission to help educate college students and organizations around the world to understand the complexities of depression and anxiety in today’s modern society. Through his personal experiences and extensive research, he is able to relate and clearly articulate why now more than ever it is critical to understand how to manage your mental health. In this episode, Zach and I discuss how much the “early twenties” suc...
2021-03-2248 minSolace and the CityEP79: JOANN IRIZARRY - A Safe Place Inside Your HeadThis week I am incredibly honored to share my conversation with Joann Irizarry, co-founder of @asafeplaceinsideyourhead. A Safe Place Inside Your Head was founded by Joann and her son Tannerin 2018, who wanted to share messages with others who struggle with mental health issues on a daily basis. This idea was started in remembrance of a family member who's life was lost by suicide during a time where mental health was often misunderstood. Their mission is to help, grow and inspire others that it's OK to not be OK and by sharing an inside community of like minded people who want...
2021-03-1551 minSolace and the CityEP78: SHRINK CHICKS - How Many Shrinks Does It Take To Change A Lightbulb?I have SUCH a fun episode for you guys today! I virtually sat down with Emmalee Bierly and Jennifer Chaiken, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Founders of The Therapy Group, and Co-Hosts of the amazing podcast Shrink Chicks! Emmalee and Jen are on a mission to make therapy and therapeutic topics more relatable which they do both in their practice and through their podcast! In this episode, we talk about how and why they decided to start their practice, the evolution of modern psychotherapy, and much more! In the second half of the episode, Emmalee and Jen answer YOUR questions! These...
2021-03-0857 minSolace and the CityEP77: TEMO KESHELASHVILI - Social ChaosIf you liked The Social Dilemma on Netflix then you are going to LOVE this episode with Temo, a Psychologist and Post-Academic Psychoanalytic Candidate focused on Psychological Anthropology. Our conversation revolves around the modern state of culture using technology and the malignant effect of social media on our mental health. Despite his clientele varying in age, Temo found that so many of them showed signs of addiction to their devices. This prompted his interest in the concept of a Technocracy — when the technology is the central tool for of the government and society.
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2021-03-0151 minSolace and the CityEP76: PAUL SELI - Psychedelics and Lucid DreamsThis week I sat down with Dr. Paul Seli to discuss the potential for psychedelics to help treat mental health problems, a really popular research topic at major universities. Paul is a professor of a cognitive psychology professor at Duke University and is on on The Board of Directors for Psychedelic Studies at the University of Toronto. Paul discusses his own experiences with psychedelics, specifically psilocybin mushrooms, and breaks down what the research says about their potential for mental health treatment, as well as implications for creativity and humility. Finally, Paul teaches me how to induce a lucid dream and e...
2021-02-2255 minSolace and the CityEP75: NANCY RUTH DEEN - You Should Go And Love YourselfThis week I am so excited to share my conversation with Nancy Ruth Dean! Nancy has been in the relationship industry for 6 years, and got her start working as a professional matchmaker. It was there that she learned the personal stories of people trying to find love. What she learned was that most of the people she met hadn’t fully gotten over their ex. Meanwhile, she was going through her own breakup and trying to figure out what the secret sauce was to getting over it. Through the same guidance she gives her clients today, she ended up meeting her...
2021-02-1551 minSolace and the CityHilary Weinstein - We Can Do Hard ThingsIf there is one episode of Solace and the City that you should listen to, it's this one. I am both nervous and excited to be sharing my conversation with Hilary Weinstein, an incredible friend and psychotherapist who has helped me persevere through a very rough patch in my life. As a psychotherapist, Hilary works to meet the needs of those suffering from all sorts of mental health difficulties. Because of her own history battling anxiety, depression, and a terrible eating disorder, Hilary is able to offer a unique sense of relatability. In this episode, Hilary and I unpack our hi...
2021-02-0852 minSolace and the CityEP74: ANGELA AMEZCUA - Fixing Each Other's CrownsThis week I am SO excited to be sharing such an uplifting conversation with Angela Amezcua. You may know Angela from ABC’s The Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise, but she is a model and YouTuber as well! During this episode we discuss ways to advocate for female empowerment, keep a positive mindset, and maintain self confidence! Angela also shares the ways in which she has been able to give back to others during the pandemic, despite the chaos going on around us. Angela is such a beam of light, and I have no doubt that everyone who tunes in will...
2021-02-0155 minSolace and the CityEP73: THALIA OUIMET - How To Not Lose A Guy In 10 DaysThis week I am so excited to share my conversation with matchmaker, dating coach, and founder of We Met Through Thalia, Thalia Ouimet! Thalia is the founder of We Met Through Thalia, a matchmaking agency based out of New York City. With nearly 10 years of experience as a matchmaker and dating coach she has helped individuals recover from heartbreak, become an effective dater, find love, and navigate the inevitable challenges that come with relationships. Thalia broke into the industry by working for the largest matchmaking agency in the Southeast and decided to expand her expertise by bringing her talents to NYC...
2021-01-2553 minSolace and the CityEP72: ISAAC HINDIN-MILLER - A Sobering ConversationThis week I virtually sat down with DJ, Fashion Industry Insider, and Founder of the clothing brand @ilikeyou, Isaac Hindin-Miller! I now am so excited to be sharing this incredible conversation, blessed not only with a New Zealand accent but also with vulnerability, authenticity and wisdom. Isaac moved to the United States in 2011 and quickly became involved in the New York City party scene. After a few years of what may have seemed like the coolest life from an outside perspective, Isaac came to realize that he needed to readdress his relationship with alcohol and drugs in order to take cha...
2021-01-1839 minSolace and the CityEP71: OLIVIA CARIDI - Bachelor Production and Self DestructionI am SO excited to be sharing this episode with Bachelor Legend and Podcast Extraordinaire, Olivia Caridi! Olivia first came into the public eye when she was a contestant on Season 20 of The Bachelor, during which she immediately caught the eye of Ben Higgins. However, her connection with Ben fizzled out when the producers saw her confidence as a trait that could be molded into a character flaw. After being portrayed as the season's villain, Olivia's mental health plummeted and she suffered with depression for several years. However, being the strong, confident person that she is, Olivia was able to garn...
2021-01-111h 01Solace and the CityEP70: IBRAHIM SHARKAS - Starting 2021 On A Positive NoteHappy New Year! I couldn't think of a better guest to begin 2021 with than Ibrahim Sharkas, graduate student in the realms of positive psychology. In this episode, Ibrahim shares his knowledge on the connection between philosophy, religion, and psychology and how we can use all three to become the best versions of ourselves. He is truly a beam of light, and I have no doubt that everyone who listens to this episode will find solace in his words! To learn more about Ibrahim, you can follow him on Instagram @ibrahimsharkas or visit his website www.ibrahimsharkas.com !
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2021-01-0457 minSolace and the CityEP69: MY GRANDMA - Another Christmas CarolThis week I have a very special episode featuring the one and only Carol Rosen, also known as my Grandma! Last Christmas I sat her down to learn about the stigmas around mental health back when she was growing up that vastly affected the ways in which her generation assessed and treated psychological disorders. This year, I wanted to learn more about my Grandma's personal story. Although we couldn't be together for Christmas, she told me the romantic story of how her parents met and love letters that her father sent my great-grandmother during their brief but beautiful marriage. My Gran...
2020-12-2843 minSolace and the CityEP68: JACQUELINE TRUMBULL - Is He A Narcissist or Just a Frat Bro?This week I had an absolutely incredible conversation with Jacqueline Trumbull, and former contestant on The Bachelor! Jacqueline is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Psychology at Duke University and was able to share her insight into some very important mental health topics. Because her research focuses on Borderline Personality Disorder and Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Jacqueline is able to break down the nuances of these conditions and how exactly they manifest. She also explains the signs to look out for in someone who you think may have NPD. Jacqueline also has a mental health podcast called A Little Help For Our Frie...
2020-12-211h 05Solace and the CityEP67: KRYSTAL THOMPSON - Sometimes Your Words Just Hypnotize MeThis week I'm sharing my virtual conversation with Krystal Thompson, Los Angeles-based Human Design Reader and Board-Certified Hypnotherapist and NLP Practitioner. Her readings and services are a unique blend of conscious mindset work, subconscious reprogramming, energy healing, and inspired action coaching. By uncovering what’s kept them stuck and creating new neural networks for change, Krystal helps her clients and community tap into the clarity, confidence, and empowerment to build the life they want - not the one they think they have to settle for. In this episode, Krystal explains the benefits of hypnosis, specifically for healing past traumas and reli...
2020-12-1439 minSolace and the CityEP66: DANNY PADILLA - Listening To Your HeartThe title says it all -- this week I'm sharing my conversation with Danny Padilla from The Bachelor Presents Listen To Your Heart! A native of Los Angeles, Danny gained internet fame thanks to original songs and musical impersonations and then as on the Bachelor's new spinoff series this past year. In this episode we talk about Danny's journey to becoming a YouTube celebrity as well as his experience competing to find both love and stardom. Danny even shares some of his hilarious impressions which Jimmy Fallon may or may not have copied for The Tonight Show. I loved reco...
2020-12-071h 05Solace and the CityEP65: BRIAN FINKELSTEIN - Reasons for LivingThis week I have a pretty unconventional episode for you all. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I first wanted to talk about a few of the things that I am so grateful for, specifically the amazing friendships I have that keep my spirits bright. I then move into sharing a story that has been my lyrical bible for the past five years. Brian Finkelstein (@bsfinkestein) is a writer who has been nominated for two Emmys. He is also a regular performer at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre and is a host/storyteller for The Moth. In this episode, I am s...
2020-11-3027 minSolace and the CityEP64: ELIZABETH GUNNER - Help Me Help YouThis week I brought back on my incredible friend Liz Gunner to discuss how to approach conversations about depression, whether it be a conversation we are having with ourselves or a friend. We first speak to our own experiences navigating mental health difficulties and, we share how and when we finally came to recognize the benefits that anti-anxiety medication had to offer. After addressing and falsifying the stigmas surrounding psychiatric meds, we move into a discussion on how to support friends, family members, and loved ones who are struggling. Having been on both sides, Liz and I share what has wor...
2020-11-2351 minSolace and the CityEP63: OLIVIA LUBARSKY - Mental GymnasticsThis week I sat down with the absolutely INCREDIBLE Olivia Lubarsky, a former D1 gymnast at Towson University and mental health advocate! During her four years at Towson University, Olivia did everything she could to bring awareness to the mental and emotional issues that face athletes. As a gymnast, she was constantly striving to achieve a form of perfection that was impossible to obtain by the very nature of the sport. After addressing her depression and performance anxiety, Olivia founded the “Own Your Roar” initiative, an awareness campaign that brings light to mental health issues that affect student-athletes. I am so honor...
2020-11-161h 02Solace and the CityEP62: HARRISON FORMAN - Swiping Right and Voting LeftSome of you may remember an episode from last February in which I recorded with Brandon Berman, one of the co-hosts of the popular live dating show UpDating. Well if you liked that conversation you're in luck, because this week I was lucky enough to sit down with the other genius behind the New York phenomenon! In this week's episode, Harrison and I talk about the relationship between mental health and dating, both pre- and post-pandemic. I talk about my hatred for first dates and Harrison shares how working in the dating show still in many ways hasn't prepared him for...
2020-11-091h 11Solace and the CityEP61: MIA DAVIS - Low Libidos and DAPsThis week I brought on Mia Davis to talk about sex! Mia is the founder of Tabú Wellness, an expert-driven community for shame-free conversations about all things related to sex, relationships, and mental health. In fact, research actually shows that the more open you are to talking about sex, the more sexually satisfied you will be! Mia answers some of your questions from our Instagram polls to shed light on topics such as the ways depression, medication, and sexual trauma affect your libido. To learn more about Mia and Tabú, visit talktabu.com and follow @talk.tabu on Instagram!
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2020-11-0259 minSolace and the CityEP60: MATT PAVICH - Bipolar Disorder, Hospitalizations, and Taiwanese SuperstardomThis week I sit down with Matt Pavich, a comedian and low-key YouTube phenomenon, to talk about his experience with Bipolar Disorder. Like Caroline who spoke on a previous episode, Matt was not fully diagnosed with anything until his late teens. Since then, Matt has continued to ride the waves of mania and depression but has an incredible support system to help him manage both states. I am so grateful for Matt's willingness to speak so openly on the podcast, and I have no doubt that you all will learn from our conversation! If you want to check out Matt's worl...
2020-10-2652 minSolace and the CityEP59: VICTORIA GARRICK - Invisible Injuries and Performance AnxietyThis week I spoke with Victoria Garrick, who may just be one of the most iconic young mental health advocates in the country right now. After giving a TED Talk on the prevalence of mental health issues in College Athletics, Victoria continued using her platform to be a voice for those who are struggling. In this episode we talk about Victoria's own struggles with mental health which led her to speaking in front of thousands of people. Victoria also shares her battle with Binge Eating Disorder and the shame that came with sharing this side of her life. However, now...
2020-10-1949 minSolace and the CityEP58: HOT GIRLS HOT TAKES - Why Do Guys Date Crazy Women?Welcome to the new spinoff series from Solace and the City and The Real Dietitians of New York City called Hot Girls Hot Takes! Each week, Liz Gunner and I will focus on a topic related to mental health and/or body image. After sharing our own thoughts on the episode theme, we will then call in some male experts (a.k.a. our guy friends and Hinge matches) to get an opinion from the opposite sex. During this week's episode, Liz and I explore the male tendencies to gravitate towards toxic relationships in which their female partner is possessive or...
2020-10-1554 minSolace and the CityEP57: VANESSA GRIMALDI - Man-ifestation and Bachelor NationI recorded this episode with Vanessa Grimaldi -- a.k.a the WINNER of Season 16 of The Bachelor, a.k.a the most beautiful person to ever walk up the steps of the Bachelor mansion, a.k.a. my girl crush -- and I couldn't be MORE excited to share our conversation with you all! Vanessa explains how she got onto the Bachelor to begin with, despite having never owned a television set and not seeing a single episode prior to her own reality TV show experience. We then talk about her experience on the show, during which she stole th...
2020-10-1251 minSolace and the CityEP56: MEGAN SINISCALCHI - Love Should Never HurtFor those who aren't aware, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. I thus thought that for the first episode of October, it was appropriate to share my conversation with the amazing, beautiful, and courageous Megan Siniscalchi. Megan is the Chair of the Young Professional Board of Exhale to Inhale, a nonprofit that empowers survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault through trauma informed yoga. In this episode, she courageously shares her personal experience with domestic violence and shares ways to support survivors. Visit www.exhaletoinhale.org and @exhale2inhale on Instagram to get details on ETI’s upcoming virtual Gala...
2020-10-051h 06Solace and the CityEP55: GOVERNOR PHIL MURPHY - The Garden State of MindOn this week's BONUS episode, I sat down with Governor Phil Murphy to discuss how he sees the government's responsibility to address the mental health challenges that face both my home state of New Jersey and the country as a whole. Governor Murphy touches on why he decided to sign a budget earlier this week that would restore a New Jersey school mental health program, and towards the end of the episode, he touches on how the pandemic has affected him both as a prominent political leader and as a person.
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2020-10-0116 minSolace and the CityEP54: LUCIE FINK - Pursuing Passion Projects ProfessionallyI couldn't think of a better first guest for the Solace and the City Season 2 premiere than the one and only Lucie Fink! Lucie and I missed each other by one year at Johns Hopkins, but she is well-known throughout the school for being one of the most successful alumni in recent years. Safe to say I was beyond exited and honored to record with her! In this episode, Lucie talks about her journey from an inspiring doctor to a YouTube sensation, and all of the things she did along the way to turn her dream into a reality. Instead of l...
2020-09-281h 09Solace and the CityEP53: SOLO - Quarter Life Crisis? Never Heard of Her.This year, my 25th birthday fell on a Monday. Despite this being possibly the worst day of the week to ring in a quarter of a century, I felt that it was a sign to share a full-length solo episode to celebrate! After spending the first portion of this episode opening up about the current state of my own mental health, I then decided to take a look back on this year and share bits and portions of some of the most memorable moments of Solace and the City! You will hear from Matt James, Francis Ellis, Matt Chavez, Ram...
2020-09-2153 minSolace and the CityEP52: SAMANTHA TIRONE - Moving With GriefI have a very special episode to share this week. I had a virtual recording with Samantha Tirone, who is an amazing woman with a powerful story. Samantha was engaged to a wonderful man named Ryan, but two months before their wedding he passed away from an overdose. This life-shattering event caused Samantha to reevaluate what was truly important in her life and begin to be an advocate for those suffering from addiction. Despite how painful it is to share, Samantha tells her story as an effort to normalize these types of difficult conversations and reassure those suffering that they are...
2020-09-1448 minSolace and the CityEP51: MIKE JOHNSON - Mike DropHappy Labor Day from me and the one and only Mike Johnson!!! I have SUCH an exciting episode to share with you all. I (virtually) sat down with the fan favorite from Hannah Brown's season of the Bachelorette and had the most amazing conversation. We talked about his experience on the show and thereafter. After long talks with executives of the franchise, Mike was unfortunately not picked as the season's male lead. In this episode he opens up about how that decision made him feel as well as his thoughts on the show's overall lack of diversity. Finally, Mike tells me abo...
2020-09-0746 minSolace and the CityEP50: COLIN BEDELL - Zoediac SignsIt's Virgo season so you know what that means! I finally was able to speak with an astrologer to learn more about my own chart and, let me tell you, it was worth the wait. I was lucky enough to speak with none other than Colin Bedell, the co-founder of Queer Cosmos who was featured in my favorite New Yorker article about, you guessed it, astrology! Colin and I talk about the fascinating statistics which show how interest in astrology escalates in times of uncertainty. He also helps me discover that my co-star has been lying to me, because I appa...
2020-08-3154 minSolace and the CityEP49: CATIE ORLANDO - Addictions, Restrictions, and other AfflictionsThis week I caught up with Catie Orlando, my friend from college who inspired me to open up about my own mental health issues by sharing her story of recovery. Like myself, Catie has a long history dealing with her mental health. In this episode we talk about the ways in which our anxiety helped manifest disordered eating, and Catie opens up about her time in rehab which has led her to sobriety. Catie is such an inspiration to anyone battling some type of addiction or another, and I feel honored to share her story on my platform. You can foll...
2020-08-2439 minSolace and the CityEP48: SOLO - We're Not Really StrangersSurprise! I decided to release a BONUS episode to give you guys a bit of insight into my life! I’m sure that over the past few months you’ve come to realize that I have a plethora of mental health issues to speak to. I thus wasn’t sure where to begin, and so I decided to use one of my favorite card games as prompts! If you so desire, take 24 minutes out of your day and listen to me answer some deep questions courtesy of @werenotrealylstrangers!! I hope you enjoy. :)
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2020-08-2024 minSolace and the CityEP47: CAMERON ROGERS - Investment BakingThis week I was lucky enough to speak with one of my favorite podcast hosts and bloggers, Cameron Rogers! Cameron is the founder of the Freckled Foodie account on Instagram, where she works to promote a physically and mentally healthy lifestyle. After working at an intense Investment Banking job for five years, Cameron decided to focus on her passion and make Freckled Foodie a full-time job. We talked about this professional transition as well the payoff of pursuing your dream! In addition to sharing a lifestyle of finance coupled with side hustles, Cameron also battled an unhealthy relationship with food. We ta...
2020-08-1046 minSolace and the CityEP46: ANGELICA TORRES - All Black Lives MatterI am humbled to be sharing my conversation with actress, model, and transgender activist, Angelica Torres. Angelica stars in Season Two of Pose (an absolutely amazing show), but I first heard her speak on a panel hosted by The Grapevine. I was so inspired by her kindness and eloquence that I took a chance and asked if she would speak on the Solace and the City. Safe to say I was through the moon when she agreed to share her story with my listeners! Angelica and I spoke about the abuse she experienced during her childhood and the moment she expe...
2020-08-031h 13Solace and the CityEP45: CAROLINE MOLEY - Just Another Manic MondayKanye West. Mariah Carey. Demi Lovato. Robin Williams. Russell Brand. Frank Sinatra. -- What do all of these incredibly talented celebrities have in common? They all have been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. With the recent news of Kanye West's tweets, I wanted to sit down with my friend Caroline Moley to learn more about this extremely stigmatized mental illness that is so prevalent in our society and pop culture. Caroline goes into detail about what manic and depressive episodes look and feel like for her and sheds light on other nuances of the condition. We spend quite some time thinking abou...
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2020-07-2727 minSolace and the CityEP44: BROOKIE MCILVAINE - Project 2025BONUS EPISODE! Words cannot express how excited and humbled I feel to be sharing this episode with the amazing Solace and the City community. I had the opportunity to speak with my beautiful friend Brookie McIlvaine about the work she is doing for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Project 2025. The goal of this initiative is to reduce the suicide rate by 20% by the year 2025. We talk about some crazy stats that underlie the suicide epidemic pervading our country and then touch on the ways in which the AFSP plans on saving the most lives in the shortest amount of...
2020-07-2336 minSolace and the CityEP43: DAVID MCCULLAR - Mental MuscleThis week I'm sharing my conversation with the Founder and CEO of Inception, a dynamic new approach to mind and body wellness. Inception is a mental health gym that's changing the ways we think about exercise and emphasizing the irrefutable connection between physical and mental well-being. During this episode, David talks to me about the story behind Inception and the various over avenues he explore before its launch. Some of the technologies they employ are:
Flotation Therapy, a zero-gravity experience that enables the mind and body to experience thorough rest and relaxation
NeurOptimal Brain Training an advanced neuro-feedback system that wor...
2020-07-2052 minSolace and the CityEP42: NATASHA TIWARI - Mental WealthI had such an incredible conversation with Natasha Tiwari that I am humbled to be sharing with you all! Natasha Tiwari is an award winning Psychologist, Entrepreneur, Mentor Investor. She is also a licensed yoga teacher and psychotherapist, and she combines her command of strategy with he knowledge of neuroscience, the unconscious mind and ancient wisdom both with private clients, and to propel her own entrepreneurial successes, and the successes of those who she counsels and mentors. She has been featured by BBC World, Glamour, GQ, Marie Claire, The Telegraph, The Guardian, London’s Evening Standard, Huffington Post, and others. I felt...
2020-07-131h 00Solace and the CityEP41: BEN GREINER - TAD TalksThis week I am SO excited to share my conversation with Ben Greiner. Not only is he an amazing friend, but he also is the founder and CEO of an absolutely incredible organization, TalkAboutDepression.org! After receiving a troubling text from a friend, Ben realized that there aren't many online tools that support the friends and family of those in crisis. The TAD Project provides an online resource that uses the same approach 9-1-1 operators use when receiving a suicide-related call. Ben is truly a role model for anyone with loved ones who are struggling with depression. To learn more...
2020-07-0635 minSolace and the CityEP40: CONNOR SAELI - The Most Dramatic Episode EverThis week I am SO excited to share my episode with Connor Saeli from Season 15 of The Bachelorette! I have always been fascinated by the psychological aspect behind reality TV, specifically The Bachelor franchise. It's thus safe to say that I was pretty pumped to speak with Connor! We talk about his journey on Hannah Brown's season as well as his brief time on the spinoff show, Bachelor in Paradise. We also discuss how the show is much like a psychological study done by Dr. Arthur Aron at SUNY Stony Brook, which I've linked below for my fellow sociology nerds. Final...
2020-06-2945 minSolace and the CityEP39: ALI KRIEGSMAN - Building A God Damn EmpireThis week I am so excited to share my conversation with the iconic Ali Kriegsman, Co-Founder and COO of Bulletin! For those who don't know, Bulletin is a curated wholesale marketplace filled with the most coveted brands. Since launching in 2015, Bulletin has helped hundreds of female- and minority-led brands access physical retail space for the very first time, unlocking one of the most powerful commerce channels at their disposal. Ali talks about the obstacles that she and Alana Branston faced when they started their company and offers tips to inspiring entrepreneurs on how to stay sane while building a business. As y...
2020-06-2249 minSolace and the CityEP38: DR. DARYL APPLETON - The Importance of TherapyThis week I sat down with Dr. Daryl Appleton, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Fortune 500 Executive Coach! I have been wanting to bring on a professional therapist as a guest for so long, and I truly feel that I hit the jackpot when I got connected with Dr. Appleton. We talked about how her interest in crime shows spiked her interest in mental health and eventually led her to starting a private practice where she offers counseling to a variety of clients, from twenty-somethings to CEOs! Dr. Appleton also gives a strong case for why everyone should go to the...
2020-06-1541 minSolace and the CityEP37: JORDAN BONNER - Using Your Privilege to EmpowerI have been thinking a lot about how to use my platform to support the Black Lives Matter movement without taking up media real estate that could be put towards more effective educational resources. I think that I speak for many of my fellow white allies in that I really want to be having conversations to get a better understanding of the black perspective, but I also acknowledge that this relearning process is a privilege. I thus feel incredibly grateful for the opportunity to catch up with my friend Jordan Bonner to have a conversation about race reconciliation. I hope...
2020-06-0856 minSolace and the CityEP36: CAROLINE BOURKE - TikTok FameThis week I am SO excited to share an episode with the youngest guest yet! Caroline Bourke is an incredibly gifted actor, singer, and impressionist. All of this talent has launched her into Tik Tok stardom, reigniting her passion for comedy and capturing the attention of The Today Show! Caroline and I discuss the effect of social media on mental health and how, ironically, Tik Tok seems to have defied the false reality portrayed on other platforms. Caroline also talks about how she deals with negative comments on her videos and the difficulty of not taking these words to hear...
2020-06-0136 minSolace and the CityEP35: LINDSAY BOYLAN - Campaigning with CompassionHappy Memorial Day everyone! Today I am SO excited to share my conversation with Lindsey Boylan, a Democrat running against Jerrold Nadler for Congress in NY's 10th District. Lindsey served as Deputy Secretary of Economic Development, appointed by Governor Cuomo. In that role, she oversaw The Office of Storm Recovery where she led disaster relief efforts for NewYork in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria. She was also responsible for the housing portfolio where she secured hundreds of millions of dollars for public housing. Lindsey has a series of plans to help New York, and the nation, through this public health cri...
2020-05-2553 minSolace and the CityEP34: SAM EISENSTADT - People Thrive on Positive ReinforcementThis week I have another bonus episode to share with Sam Eisenstadt, a former D1 Football player, the Defensive Coordinator for the Örebro Black Knights, and my friend from growing up! Sam talks about his struggle with anxiety and how this affected him as a young high school football star. In college, Sam made the difficult decision to leave the team his Junior year, and he opens up about the identity crisis he went through at the time. Like me, Sam is a huge fan of yoga and even got his certification to teach the practice! He explains the various ways...
2020-05-2149 minSolace and the CityEP33: CHELSEY CURTIS - We Accept The Love We Think We DeserveThis week I spoke with Chelsey Curtis, the co-host of What We Said podcast and certified health coach! Despite living on the other side of the country, Chelsey was sweet enough to record with me and talk about her journey to finding unconditional self love. We explore one of my favorite topics, the need to love yourself before getting into a relationship, and share our stories about toxic situationships. I truly believe Chesey and I are kindred spirits and hope that our conversation empowers everyone who listens! CW: For the first half of the episode, we talk about some disordered e...
2020-05-1849 minSolace and the CityEP32: KATE & CLAUDIA NICHOLLS - Getting Something Off My ChestHappy (belated) Mother's Day! I have such a special episode to share with you all in honor of this holiday. This week I spoke with Kate and Claudia who are the hosts of Stage 4 Clinger, a podcast about a "comedian and her Christian mother navigating their way through a Stage 4 Breast Cancer diagnosis with a healthy dose of humor." We explore the complexities of mother-daughter relationships and the importance of accepting one another despite differences in opinions or preconceived expectations of family roles. Kate and Claudia are so incredibly kind and absolutely hilarious (I was laughing for the entirety of the...
2020-05-1148 minSolace and the CityEP31: DYLAN HAINES - Clear Eyes and Full HeartsI’m so excited to be sharing my first bonus episode of the month with Dylan Haines!! Dylan lives and breathes Texas, so in the first part of the episode we talked a lot about what it was like for him growing up in Austin and making his way to the UT football team. When I try to get Dylan to open up about his mental heath, we begin to butt heads a bit, as he doesnt immediately see the power of vulnerability. However, this conversation taught me a lot and reaffirmed my belief that mental health still has a st...
2020-05-071h 04Solace and the CityEP30: DAMIA DECEMBER - Health And HealingThis week I sat down with Damia December, a Master Reiki Practitioner, Registered Behavior Therapist, and Founder of healme.nyc! We talk about Reiki as a healing practice and how one becomes an expert in this Japanese holistic technique. Damia also talks about the struggles she went through in her life that lead her to find Reiki and how this practice has helped her heal from childhood trauma. I learned so much from speaking with Damia, as she once again reminded me about the importance of gratitude, self-love, and kindness. She is truly one of the most inspirational people I hav...
2020-05-0448 minSolace and the CityEP29: CELESTE O'CONNOR - Not Peaking in High SchoolThis week I'm sharing my conversation with Celeste O'Connor, a Hopkins friend and incredibly talented young actor! With the release of her first major film Selah and the Spades on our minds, we take a trip back to high school and talk about the obstacles we faced as young women to define and qccept our identities. Celeste opens up about the pressure she felt to fit in at her homogenous, all-girls preparatory school. After being discovered as an actor, she began to meet other strong women of color who became friends, mentors, and inspirational figures in her life. Celeste then expl...
2020-04-2748 minSolace and the CityEP28: HIGHLINE WELLNESS TEAM - CannablissI have SUCH an exciting episode for you guys! This week I spoke with Chris Roth, Brendan Rogers, and Ken Wright, the team behind the AWESOME direct-to-consumer CBD brand Highline Wellness! In the episode, Chris discusses how he decided to leave the corporate world and pursue his dream of starting his own company. As the CFO, Brendan explains why he had no hesitations believing in Chris's vision of the company and quickly joined the team as CFO. Ken may have been a little hesitant to make the switch to a startup at first, but he talks about how he's neve...
2020-04-2047 minSolace and the CityEP27: JESSE SHUMAN - Let's Get MetaphysicalThis week, I'm sharing a conversation I had a few weeks ago with my incredibly talented friend, Jesse Shuman! As a fellow Johns Hopkins alum, Jesse reflects on his own undergraduate experience and shares what it was like being an English major at a school known for medicine. In New York, Jesse works as an Editorial Assistant for Penguin Random House and reads hundreds of submissions a week! On this episode, he talks about the incredible power that literature has to hone in on human nature and teach us things about ourselves and our world. Specifically, fiction allows us to suspe...
2020-04-1347 minSolace and the CityEP26: DR. DOREEN MARSHALL - Ready To Talk And Here To ListenThis week I'm sharing an episode that's very close to my heart. I spoke with Dr. Doreen Marshall, who is the Vice President of Programs for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. She has also been engaged in local and national suicide prevention and postvention work for more than 15 years, which began after she herself lost someone close to suicide. In this episode, Dr. Marshall explains the different ways to protect your mental health during the pandemic, when everything seems out of our control. She then talks about some of the incredible research and work that's being done at the AFSP...
2020-04-0643 minSolace and the CityEP25: HANNAH BERNER - Finding Solace in HellBy far and away the biggest highlight of my week was recording with comedian, Bravo TV star, and podcast legend, Hannah Berner (@beingbernz)! For those of you who don't know (but you seriously should), Hannah is a multi-talented idol of mine. When she's not living it up in the Hamptons to record Bravo's popular show Summer House, she is running a podcast called Berning in Hell where she talks to celebrities about how they cope with their demons. (Guys -- she got Drake Bell to open up about his insecurities!) I feel so lucky to have had her as a gues...
2020-03-3051 minSolace and the CityEP24: LIZ GUNNER & LAURA FARRELL - Mental NourishmentThree weeks before social distancing, I sat down with Liz Gunner and Laura Farrell, who are hosts of a new podcast called The Real Dietitians of New York City! (They also happen to be Enna Selmanovic's super awesome roommates!) Liz and Laura break down differences between dietitians and nutritionists, the myths of fad diets, and the psychology behind eating disorders. They also explain how they hope to create a podcast to act as a resource for people who can't afford to hire a dietitian to work with! Liz and Laura not only are incredible hosts but also are now amazing frie...
2020-03-2350 minSolace and the CityEP23: RIENNA RUSSO - Pandemic PanicThis week, I took a 45 minute break from social distancing to sit down with my incredibly smart, kind, and beautiful friend Rienna Russo! In addition to sharing my Johns Hopkins social experience, Rienna studied Public Health and Cognitive Science and got her Masters Degree in Infectious Diseases. It's safe to say that now is a very crazy time for her! I wanted to bring Rienna onto the podcast to explain what exactly is going on in the world and how it is affecting our mental health. With the help of Rienna, I used this episode as a way to sepa...
2020-03-1641 minSolace and the CityEP22: LACEY MARK - Accepting Roses and Instagram FollowersThis week on the most dramatic episode ever of Solace and the City, I sat down with Lacey Mark @laceymmark from Bachelor Nation! As a longtime fan of the Bachelor franchise, I was so excited to get the inside scoop of what it's like being in the world of Chris Harrison. Lacey goes through her whole experience, which started out as a joke application with her friends and turned into a tumultuous relationship with a Canadian while living in Mexico. We also talked about the slow degeneration of the Bachelor and why the show is currently setting a bad example for...
2020-03-0944 minSolace and the CityEP21: BRANDON BERMAN - Is Love Blind?This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Brandon Berman, the host of the popular New York City dating show UpDating! He explains what UpDating is, the qualities he looks for in guests, and some crazy first date stories that were witnessed by live audiences! As Brandon is also a stand-up comedian, we also explore the relationship between mental health and comedy and talk about why using any platform to talk about therapy is beneficial. Finally, Brandon gives advice for men on how to open up and what questions to ask on a first date! I had so m...
2020-03-0242 minSolace and the CityEP20: NOAH KAHAN - Troubled MindThis week I sat down with the incredibly talented singer and songwriter, Noah Kahan! Not only does Noah have the voice of an absolute angel (queue Hurt Somebody on Spotify) but he also had myself and @ali.puccio in hysteric bits of laughter for the entire hour of recording. Noah walked through his rise to stardom, from emo talent shows as an eight year old to LA record deals with Drake's agent at age seventeen. Despite this launch into fame, Noah is still the most humble person who also fights battles with his mental health. However, Noah is able to s...
2020-02-2441 minSolace and the CityEP19: DR. JENNIFER BLAZE - What Is That One Molecule Of Serotonin Really Up To?I was nerding out this week when I sat down with Dr. Jennifer Blaze to discuss the biological reasons behind our battles with mental health! Dr. Blaze is currently a Postdoctorate Fellow at Mount Sinai studying epigenitcs and teaching a seminar on this neuroscience field at Columbia University. If you don't know what epigenetics is, don't worry. Dr. Blaze explains breaks down all of the scientific terminology and explains how her studies have shown the true power of nurture over nature. She even discusses scientifically proven ways to counteract negative experiences! I am so excited to share this episode with everyon...
2020-02-1733 minSolace and the CityEP18: LINDSEY METSELAAR - We Met At TherapyI cannot believe this is real life right now, because I was lucky enough to have Lindsey Metselaar as my guest on Solace and the City this week! Not only is she a millennial dating expert, but Lindsey is also the host of the first podcast that got me hooked, We Met At Acme. I was able to ask her all of the burning questions I had about the creation of her podcast, her support for mental health, and, of course, any advice she has on dating. I even got to hear Lindsey's thoughts on the polls she posts on...
2020-02-1047 minSolace and the CityEP17: JONAH FEINGOLD - First Dates JittersThis week I was able to sit down with film writer and director Jonah Feingold! A lover of "Harry Met Sally" types of movies, Jonah creates romantic comedies that depict the millennial dating culture. In addition to learning more about the inspiration behind some of Jonah's films, we talk about the effect that modern romance has on mental health and why the person who cares the least in a relationship has the most control. Finally, Jonah shares a not-so-fun fact (but crazy story) about himself and gives his opinion on Instagram crying selfies. Despite being one of the LEAST self-cr...
2020-02-0348 minSolace and the CityEP16: DYLAND PALLADINO - Analytical ThinkingThis week I sat down with comedian and fellow podcaster Dylan Palladino! Although Dylan was a bit short on time, we were able to touch on a variety of topics including the struggle of being tall and good-looking, the anxiety that comes with being hyper-aware, and the keys to having a successful meditation practice. (I'm still working on incorporating his suggestions for my own daily practice.) Towards the end of the episode, Dylan gives advice on how to start an honest conversation about mental health and why making yourself vulnerable makes you a stronger person. I really loved speaking to D...
2020-01-2747 minSolace and the CityEP15: BRANDON DOMAN - We're Not Really StrangersI feel incredibly honored this week to be sharing my conversation with Brandon Doman, the man behind The Strangers Project. For those who aren’t familiar with his work, Brandon has been giving people the opportunity to share their story anonymously for the past eleven years and has received more than 50,000 hand-written answers. Whether about love or loss, joy or fear, what they all have in common is an honest voice of the human experience. I personally have been following The Strangers Project since 2011 and have modeled this podcast around his work, so having the opportunity to speak to Brandon an...
2020-01-2040 minSolace and the CityEP14: RAMSEY SHINDELL - Recovery and DiscoveryThis week I had the great pleasure of sitting down and catching up with my friend Ramsey from high school! We first talked about the ways in which going to a boarding school impacted our teen years and gave some funny anecdotes from our individual experiences in high school. Ramsey then opened up about her year at a treatment center in Colorado and the lessons she took away from this mentally and physically-challenging experience. We then moved into talking about the ways social media and fake Instagram account specifically can be used as modes to express one's struggles and help oth...
2020-01-1344 minSolace and the CityEP13: DAN DOTY - Men-tal HealthThis week I had the privilege of talking to the co-founder of Evryman, Dan Doty! We discussed the unique life events that led Dan to starting a men's emotional leadership group, including being a wilderness guide and a teacher in the Bronx. From North Dakota to New York, from Colorado to California, Dan had the opportunity to speak with hundreds of men and boys. He made sure to emphasize that one can be emotional while still being masculine. I feel beyond lucky to have spoken with such a kind human being and am honored to share our conversation with you all...
2020-01-0740 minSolace and the CityEP12: GREGORY UZELC - Alone 2getherNew episode out now! I sat down with an incredible artist, comedian, and friend Gregory Uzelac to talk about his exhibit "Alone 2gether" and so much more! First we discuss his experience growing up as the son of immigrants in New York City and navigating the cutthroat academic and social scene. We then delve into his journey to becoming an artist and the themes that he consistently incorporates into his work, including meme culture, DIY pornography, dating apps and the online intersection of sex, love, and commerce that has caused the tangible world to deteriorate under the perpetually unsatisfied desire for...
2019-12-311h 32Solace and the CityEP11: ZOE'S GRANDMA - A Christmas CarolOn this very special holiday episode, I sit down with my incredible Grandma and talk about her experience dealing with loss and loneliness. She shares her life experiences and love story with my late Grandpa as well as the crazy adventures they shared. We also discuss the stigma that surrounded therapy while she was a young adult and how people her age still find it difficult to open up about their struggles. I am so happy to have had the chance to speak with my Grandma about a topic that I am so passionate about and share her kindness with eve...
2019-12-2348 minSolace and the CityEP10: HALEY GROVE - Physical TherapyThis week I sat down with dancer (and long-time friend) Haley Grove to discuss her experience performing and teaching ballet, modern, jazz, and hip hop in New York City. We talk about the high expectations that are set for dancers and the mental health consequences of being a part of such a cut throat industry. Haley is truly beautiful both inside and out, and her kindness and authenticity can be easily discerned through our conversation! A quick fun fact and spoiler alert is that you can see Haley in the new Little Women movie premiering Christmas Day!
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2019-12-1747 minSolace and the CityEP9: ENNA SELMANOVIC - Sinking and SwimmingThis week I sat down with athlete and mental health activist Enna Selmanovic! We talked about her life as a collegiate swimmer and how a severe injury changed the trajectory of her life forever. After feeling like her identity was lost, Enna struggled with her mental health for some time but then came to realize that she was not alone in her battle. She went on to co-found the Powerful Minds Initiative, represent the NCAA for two years as a student-athlete, and push through legislation requiring mental health resources to be offered to athletes in all Division 1 schools! Enna is one...
2019-12-1040 minSolace and the CityEP8: JO MURDOCK - Meditation as MedicationThis week I spoke with my favorite Y7 Yoga instructor Jo Murdock! We talked about her time as a dancer, which was one of many experiences that led her to become a certified yoga teacher. In addition to sharing her opinions on the difficulties of telling New Yorkers to relax and stand still, Jo shares some advice on how to take your practice outside of the classroom. If you've had a stressful week or need tips on how to unwind after Thanksgiving craziness, this is the perfect episode to listen to!
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2019-12-0452 minSolace and the CityEP7: MATT CHAVEZ - Subway TherapyIn this week’s episode, I sat down with Matt Chavez aka the Subway Therapist to discuss his immersive and interactive project that truly embodies the spirit of giving back to New York City. His project @subwaytherapy asks people to anonymously share how they feel in an effort to help them all to smile, laugh, and feel less stressed. For some it’s an opportunity to connect and have a conversation, and for others it’s a way to listen and emphasize. Subway Therapy is a true expression of how New Yorkers can connect with one another despite our differences. I prom...
2019-11-271h 05Solace and the CityEP6: DAVID YARUS - Swiping and Dating and Ghosting, Oh My!This week I had the honor and pleasure of sitting down with the founder of the JSwipe dating app, David Yarus! We discuss how he was able to build a community through his Jewish faith and then segway into the ways that dating apps have disrupted the ways in which we connect. Keep your ears open at the 20-minute mark for the perfect text to send someone after a bad date to avoid being a ghoster!
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2019-11-1951 minSolace and the CityEP5: REMY KASSIMIR - Cumedic ReliefOn this surprise BONUS episode, I sit down with comedian and podcaster Remy Kassimir. We talk about her experience being a woman in comedy, why Love Island is so addicting, and her journey to find the female orgasm! You can catch Remy on the Netflix show “Explained” and by listening to her own podcast “How Cum.”
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2019-11-1436 minSolace and the CityEP4: VICTORIA BROWN - Being Unapologetically YourselfThis week I talked to Victoria Brown (@imvictoriabrown) about her experience as a SoulCycle instructor and the community that has formed as an outcome. Victoria emphasizes the importance of building relationships, as these will help us all get through difficult times. She truly is one of the most beautiful souls I have had the pleasure of talking to!
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2019-11-1439 minSolace and the CityEP3: FRANCIS ELLIS - Mental ChillnessThis week I talk with comedian Francis Ellis about the unsettlingly strong connection between comedy and mental illness. We discuss Francis’s own experience navigating his mental health as well as the meaningful impact that his Barstool articles have made with real people! TW: Suicide
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2019-11-0745 minSolace and the CityEP2: MATT JAMES - Cookies and Connecting with PeopleIn this week’s episode, I talk to @mattjames919 about his journey from playing football in North Carolina to running his own charity in New York City. We talk about college and cookies, love languages and loneliness. Tune in and you too will see why I think Matt is one of the most genuinely selfless people I have ever met!
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2019-10-3144 minSolace and the CityEP1: SOLO - Are You Seriously Starting a Podcast?Hello friends! Yes - I am seriously starting a podcast, and I am pumped about it! This episode is short but allows me the opportunity to tell you all what this podcast will entail and get you to listen! Get excited for what’s to come!
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