Is it just us?

Two human-beings living on the equator discussing and solving their problems in life using science-based and fiction-based knowledge.

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Episodes

ep.3 Sounds that are around us

In this episode K & T attempt an audioblog, describing the sights and sounds they encounter one Saturday afternoon. Highlights include chirpy squirrels, peaceful rain, and excitement over mountain bikers.

Jul 05, 2021•7 min•Season 1Ep. 4

ep.2 My Younger Older Self

In this episode K&T discuss loneliness and social connectedness, juxtaposing their current experience with pre-lockdown memories. K takes an experiential approach, using the wise words of close friends to drive her discoveries. T turns to the literature and personal reflection to better understand her change of heart in the purpose of social interactions. Mentioned in this episode: UCLA Loneliness Scale - https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1207/s15327752jpa6601_2 Mistakenly Seeking Solit...

May 24, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 3

ep.1 Caved Living

In this episode K&T explore holding on versus letting go while homebound during lockdown. With the help of elephants and some academic literature on social connectedness, K dives into grief and nostalgia. T takes a lighter approach, sharing her thoughts on happiness and control. Mentioned sources: Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult [https://www.amazon.com/Leaving-Time-bonus-novella-Larger-ebook/dp/B00HXYKYIE/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=1587802674&amp;sr=8-1] Happy: Why More...

Apr 25, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1

ep.0 "Is it just us??"

In our 1st/0th episode, we introduced ourselves (a little bit). We discussed what motivated us to start this podcast, and spent some time chit-chatting about whatever came to mind. We only came up with a name for the podcast weeks later. This episode was originally recorded end of last year (2019); we weren't 100% sure we were going to publish it. We are doing it now amidst COVID-19 – listening back to it made both of us quite happy, and we hope to make more episodes starting from here :) The Yo...

Apr 03, 2020•24 min

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