Meet My Mutual
By Sarah Tahami and Ava Powchik
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Meet My MutualAug 16, 2021
17. Proving Everyone Wrong with Arielle Gilman (@ArielleGilman)
16. It’s the Small Steps That Matter with Jessica Blair (@LoveJessicaBlair)
15. The Power of the People Around You with Victoire Cointy (@VictoireCointy)
14. Do Your Research with Rae Weyn González (@RaeWeynG)
In the fourteenth episode, Sarah and Ava chat with fellow podcaster, Rae Weyn González (@RaeWeynG), host of “Things You Pretend to Know About”. Rae is also an artist/illustrator and a political activist in the New York City/Hudson Valley area. The ladies cover topics ranging from growing up in predominantly white suburbia as a biracial person to imposter syndrome and discovering one's true identity. They also discuss how the current political climate affects their personal relationships and mental health.
13. Start Working on Yourself Yesterday with Alexis Amaral (@LovingMeLex)
In the thirteenth episode, Sarah and Ava sit down with fellow Northeastern Alumna, Alexis Amaral (@LovingMeLex), a spin instructor, certified lactation counselor and doula. In addition to her career achievements, Alexis is a champion for body positivity and an outspoken advocate for those affected by eating disorders. The women discuss everything from the racial disparities in healthcare, to learning to love fitness and finding one’s path through the good, the bad and the ugly.
12. Everything's a Guilty Pleasure with Mariah Smith (@MariahMariahMariah)
In the twelfth episode, Sarah and Ava chat with Mariah Smith (@MariahMariahMariah), an entertainment writer and host of the “Spectacle” podcast. Mariah was a writer on the FOX sitcom, “Outmatched” and has articles featured in The New York Times, TIME Magazine, Vice and more. In addition to being a writer and comedian, Mariah is the creator of The Cut series “Keeping Up with the Kontinuity Errors”. The ladies discuss Mariah’s career, quitting friendships, and society’s relationship with reality television. Calling all fans of The Bachelor, The Hills, Real Housewives and more... this episode is for you!
Listen to Mariah's podcast "Spectacle": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spectacle-an-unscripted-history-of-reality-tv/id1551181322
11. Trusting Our Gut with Natalie Snow (@SnowJewelryCo)
10. The Perfect Bite with Emily Pennachio and Stephen Wallace (@WahGwaanNYC)
In the tenth episode, Sarah and Ava talk with Emily Pennachio and Stephen Wallace (@WahGwaanNYC) about their pop up Jamaican taco shop. Inspired by their authentic Jamaican family recipes, Emily and Stephen launched Wah Gwaan - “tacos with a vibe” - in 2019. The newlywed couple laugh with the ladies about their love story, cannabis during quarantine, and balancing a professional relationship with one's partner. They also weigh the pros and cons of running a pop up shop and small business amidst the pandemic. Spark up and grab a taco to enjoy this hilarious conversation with the show’s first double interview!
9. A Seat at the Table with Shelly Chipimo (@ShelzChipimo)
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8. Doomscrolling with Molly Mulshine (@MollyMulshine)
7. BONUS EPISODE - Q&A with Sarah Tahami and Ava Powchik
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6. Pouring One Out with Payal Pozin (@TheWineyBetch)
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5. Feeling 5'9" with Cheryl Pico (@Cheryl.Pico)
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4. Still Swiping with Ashley Uzer (@AshleyGiov)
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3. Mindin' Our Business with Teresa Johnson (@VeggieMomClub)
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2. Booked 'N Busy with Jovanna Albino (@JovannaAlbino)
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1. It's More Fun to Be Queer Online with Nova Aftab (@SpacelordNova)
In the very first episode, Sarah and Ava sit down with @spacelordnova (Nova Aftab), a non-binary Bangladeshi queer model and outspoken activist on Instagram. They cover everything from taking up your own space in the modeling industry, exploring identity through art and culture, navigating social media as a South Asian queer person, as well as some regretful middle school fashion choices. Plus, learn more about how Sarah and Ava met! Send some love and questions to hello@meetmymutual.com