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Study Break

Study Break is a collaborative podcast crafted by teens, for teens. Our goal is to amplify teenagers' voices all around the world surrounding topics such as mental health, HS advice, and relatable stories. Tune in every Wednesday for new episodes hosted by Angelina and Amaal.
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Episodes

Surviving Virtual High School

Join Melody and her friends, Madison and Ethan, in an episode where they discuss their experiences in virtual learning. They share tips about staying focused, time managing academics, and understanding when to ask for support. Ethan describes what it was like transferring to a different district for middle school and high school, diving deeper into the topic of trying to fit into a new school with existing cliques. Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this ...

Aug 25, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 22

How To Get Into A Top University

Melody interviews UCLA student, Immi, about how to get into a prestigious university. They talk about college applications, extracurriculars in high school, and the SAT's. Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Aug 18, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 21

How to get A's

Join Melody and her guest, Rachel, as they discuss tips and tricks for getting straight A's! They recommended apps that helped them get good grades in school, talked about various study tips for specific subjects like math and history, and gave advice for having the right mindset for success. Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast...

Aug 11, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Mental Health during Quarantine

Join Melody and Wellbeing Coach, Hannah Stainer, as they talk about all things relating to mental health during quarantine-- from news anxiety to when and how to ask for help. Check out Hannah's podcast, Psykhe Mental Wellbeing: anchor.fm/psykhe Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast...

Aug 04, 202057 minSeason 1Ep. 19

I have to tell you something.

Melody finally announces the secret project she has been working on! Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Aug 01, 20201 min

Episode 18 Highlight Reel

Listen to some of the best moments from Episode 18! Make sure to check out the original episode for more content! Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter for this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Jul 31, 20202 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Boys Asks Girls Questions They Are Too Afraid to Ask

Join Melody and her friends in a special two part series where boys ask girls questions they are too afraid to ask. Topics range from relationship preferences to insecurities. Follow Study Break's Instagram for trailers: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Jul 28, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Episode 17 Highlight Reel

Listen to some of the best moments from Episode 17! Make sure to check out the original episode for more content! Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter for this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Jul 24, 20203 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Girls Asks Boys Questions They Are Too Afraid to Ask

Join Melody and her friends in a special two part series where girls ask boys questions they are too afraid to ask. Topics range from relationship preferences to insecurities. Follow Study Break's Instagram for trailers: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Jul 21, 202031 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Ep. 16 Highlight Reel

Listen to some of the best moments from Episode 15! Make sure to check out the original episode for more content! Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Jul 18, 20205 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Pressures From Parents, How to Motivate Yourself to do Work

Join Melody and her guest, Michelle, as they discuss how to become more motivated to complete work as well as sharing some funny stories of when Melody went ice skating for the first time. Michelle describes how she handles the pressures her parents place on her. Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Jul 14, 202042 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Ep. 15 Highlight Reel

Listen to some of the best moments from Episode 15! Make sure to check out the original episode for more content! Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Jul 10, 20203 minSeason 1Ep. 15

ASB, Procrastination, Technology

Join Melody and her guest, Karl, as they tell stories of the times they were in the same English class, from reenacting Romeo and Juliet to making funny music videos about books. Karl also talks about his love for technology and shares his experiences in ASB, answering the question, "Is ASB really worth it?" Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast...

Jul 07, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Pressures of Being Team Captain, Music Aesthetics

Join Melody and her guest, Amy, as they discuss their current favorite music and the importance of having a positive mindset. Amy talks more about the pressure she faces as a sports team captain. Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Jun 30, 202042 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Fighting With My Cousin, Cultural Differences, Stinky Tofu

Join Melody and her cousin, Edison, as they talk about their childhood fights and finally bonding for the first time ever! Edison shares some insight about Taiwanese culture and tells stories about popular Taiwanese foods like bubble tea and stinky tofu. Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Jun 23, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Epic Fails, Chinese Food, Running Tips

Join Melody and her guest, Kennedy, as they discuss the bad decisions made while studying abroad, along with the delicious food they will never forget. Kennedy also shares his post-graduation plans and running tips for staying active. Follow Study Break's Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Jun 16, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Chatting with Actor, Will Dao: Theatre, Asian American Identity, and Life as an Actor

Join Melody and actor, Will Dao, as they discuss theatre productions, Vietgone and The Chinese Lady. Will goes into details about what life is like being an actor and gives great advice for those who want to pursue careers in fine arts. Additionally, they explore how theatre is diversifying representation throughout America. Follow Study Break on Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast...

Jun 09, 202046 minSeason 1Ep. 11

LGBTQ+ Stories, Los Angeles vs. Boston, Cringey 8th Grade Moments

Join Melody and her guest, Miles, as they talk about their "better to be forgotten" times in 8th grade. Miles shares how he came out as gay, along with speaking about the differences he saw after moving from LA to Boston. Follow Study Break on Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Jun 02, 202049 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Q&A with Melody

Join Melody as she answers questions from fans about topics like: Mental health, self-care, study abroad, saving money, and being friendzoned. Follow on Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

May 26, 202057 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Doing What Makes You Happy

Join Melody and her guest, Dustin, as they talk about traditional senior activities as well as how to make decisions that will make your life happier. Dustin describes when he knew it was time to quit football and Melody shares her traumatic injury experience. Follow Study Break on Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

May 19, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 8

How to Survive High School, Feeling Motivated, Politics

Join Melody and her guest, Milo, as they talk about how to stay "on that grind" and push through high school assignments, as well as talking about how it really feels to be known as a "perfect" being. Milo shares his love for politics, explaining the impact it creates in the world. Follow this podcast on Instagram: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter for this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

May 12, 202036 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Getting Sick While Abroad, Relationship Advice, Homeschooling

Join Melody and her guest, Calypso, as they talk about how to have a healthy relationship as well as sharing more stories they experienced from study abroad! Follow Study Break on Instagram for trailers: @thestudybreakpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

May 05, 202057 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Haunted Hotel Room

Melody and her guest, Calypso, discuss the weird, supernatural events that happened to them during a study abroad excursion. Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast Music attribution to Patrick de Arteaga (patrickdearteaga.com) and Mike Koenig.

Apr 28, 202027 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Crazy Study Abroad Stories & Cultural Barriers

Join Melody and her guest, Khalil, as they talk about their crazy study abroad stories, along with problems they face from cultural barriers. They talk about ups and downs of their friendship and what truly secured their trust in each other. Khalil also enlightens Melody about struggles he faces being a part of the African American community and the conversation becomes very emotional. Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast Note: Towards the end of the podcast the audio ...

Apr 21, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Tall/Short Girl Problems, Dream Boys, Astrology

Join Melody and her guest, Katherine, as they talk about struggles they have being the abnormally short and tall girl. They have a lighthearted conversation about their dream boy qualities in addition to highlighting characteristics of themselves as told by the stars. Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast Disclaimer: In no way is the segment about dream boys directed to create any harm. Everyone is unique in their own way and have different preferences. Relationships ar...

Apr 14, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Exposing Our Most Embarrassing Stories... (LOTS of drama)

Join Melody and her guest, Katrina, as they talk about some of their most embarrassing stories ranging from reading cliche Wattpad books to horrible middle school pasts. They dive deep into the topic of loneliness, struggles of being an only child, as well as giving advice on how to be more optimistic. You will not want to miss this episode filled with DRAMA! Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Apr 07, 202049 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Quarantine, Toxic Friendships, Our Crushes

Welcome to the first episode of Study Break! Join Melody and her lunch squad (Isabella, Hazel, and Riya) as they talk about living in quarantine, how to handle toxic friendships, and fangirling over their crushes. Catch up on some of their weird conversations like the taste of ice and flying on a plane! New episodes every Tuesday! Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/studybreakpodcast

Mar 31, 202048 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Study Break Teaser

It's happening! Melody created a podcast! The Study Break podcast will be where she sits down with her friends to talk about life in school and pressures many teens have. Join Melody every Tuesday for a new episode of Study Break !

Mar 26, 20201 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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