Solace and the City

Zoe Scurletis•solaceandthecity.com

Society & Culture

Personal Journals

Your guide to finding comfort in the chaos and feeling less alone.

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Episodes

EP10: HALEY GROVE - Physical Therapy

This 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 Ha...

Dec 17, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 10

EP9: ENNA SELMANOVIC - Sinking and Swimming

This 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...

Dec 10, 2019•40 min•Season 1Ep. 9

EP8: JO MURDOCK - Meditation as Medication

This 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...

Dec 04, 2019•53 min•Season 1Ep. 8

EP7: MATT CHAVEZ - Subway Therapy

In 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 Yo...

Nov 27, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 7

EP6: 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!

Nov 19, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 6

EP5: REMY KASSIMIR - Cumedic Relief

On 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.”

Nov 14, 2019•37 min•Season 1Ep. 5

EP4: VICTORIA BROWN - Being Unapologetically Yourself

This 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!

Nov 14, 2019•39 min•Season 1Ep. 4

EP3: FRANCIS ELLIS - Mental Chillness

This 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

Nov 07, 2019•45 min•Season 1Ep. 3

EP2: MATT JAMES - Cookies and Connecting with People

In 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!

Oct 31, 2019•45 min•Season 1Ep. 2

EP1: 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!

Oct 29, 2019•3 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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