Stay Podsitive with Sierra Katow
By Sierra Katow
Every week, comedian Sierra Katow will chat with a fascinating guest about how they’ve managed to survive in this world (so far) all while keeping an upbeat outlook on life. Topics can range from the long-term philosophical to the short-term practical. Was this the career or the lifestyle they always planned on pursuing? What’s their go-to broke recipe? What did they wish they knew earlier? What was the worst advice they were ever given? The best? And most importantly, in tougher times, how do they keep smiling?
Stay Podsitive with Sierra KatowApr 26, 2022
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Ultimately No One Cares About You w/ Cheyenne Perez (The Sex Lives of College Girls)
Cheyenne chats with Sierra about their friendship birthed deep in the pandemic amid Covid tests and isolation while playing friends and co-bullies in HBOMax's The Sex Lives of College Girls. They commiserate over the shame spirals of working in an ego-driven profession that rotates around their stupid faces. Cheyenne shares her journey with an intuitive eating therapist, and Sierra talks about her relentless milk-chugging as a child. We ultimately conclude that no one cares about you (in the way you might be worried they do) and that Slim Jims are to be f--cked up the butt (not in the vagina, thankyouverymuch). Cheyenne recommends bullet journaling, the teachings of Ram Dass, and to go outside of yourself for fulfillment. Also, at the top, Sierra shares about her bout with Covid of the Omicron variety (fun fact: she was sick with Covid while recording this interview!) as well as her bout with food poisoning while at Disneyland and on Splash Mountain.
Apr 26, 202201:24:30
The Very First Negatime w/ Priska (Two Horny Goats)
Priscilla Liang (aka Priska) chats with Sierra about how she crafts her incredible podcast Two Horny Goats, contrasts her experience with a life coach to Sierra's experience with a therapist, how the "individual genius" is a new concept (it used to be a bunch of people getting their ideas from divine spirits, duh!), and how her approach to her music has changed as she's matured (like no more Adele at Karaoke?! *gasp*). AND in a shocking reveal, Stay Podsitive has a brand new show segment: NEGATIME! This is when the guest gets to go off about something and get all negative, and Priscilla inaugurates this brilliantly talking negatively about when youtube stars use their kids for clout and the general triggers of exploited kids on social media. But then again, Sierra follows some cute babies and doesn't want the content to stop. WHAT IS THE RIGHT THING TO DO?! Priscilla ends on the excellent advice (especially for you people-pleasers out there) to try and ground yourself before entering a room by asking yourself - Who am I? Where am I? How do I feel?
Feb 11, 202201:29:45
It’s Good to Fail w/ SteeBee WeeBee (Scissor Bros, The SteeBee WeeBee Show)
First NEW episode in months! Sierra gives a lengthy intro to re-up the pod, update you on her new auntie status, and more. Big guest SteeBee WeeBee chats with Sierra about his high school wrestling career, choking in his senior year, touring with David Choe and Mangchi in a Motley Crue/BTS level tour bus, his live podcast performances with Jeremiah Watkins for Scissor Bros, and the scars of bombing onstage at the ImprovLab. Also, Sierra is on Cameo now if you’re into that kind of thing - v.cameo.com/iYYfeG6E9mb. It’s an awesome service but she’s also ashamed about it!
Jan 27, 202201:31:05
Asian American Pride (Solo Episode)
Another special solo episode for these... special times. Sierra talks candidly about the thoughts and emotions that come with being an Asian American right now. Buckle up for some rambling, some half-baked ideas, but all from the heart. Stay strong and safe. And check-in on yourself and your friends.
Apr 01, 202132:52
Mixed Identity + Self Expression w/ Joe Hernandez-Kolski (Gilmore Girls)
Joe chats with Sierra about poetry vs. stand-up comedy, dashed last names, feeling like you don't live up to your identity, supportive moms, and how you sometimes just need to get out there and express yourself! Joe recommends the 10% app (for meditation) and the book Buddhist Boot Camp. He runs Downbeat 720, an open mic for teenagers to find their voice (now on Zoom). Check out his work, especially his video about getting emotional on Soul Pancake's YouTube channel. Happy New Year!
Jan 11, 202101:10:52
Being a Therapist + Adult Friendships w/ Natalie Shiung (Women's Workshop)
Another cousin joins the pod - Natalie! She chats with Sierra about how she found her way to her passion of being a counselor/therapist, her pet bunnies Sam and Chewy, and moving to Hong Kong from the US as an adult!
Nov 10, 202001:12:49
Shame + Emotional Goals w/ Aidan Park (The Art of Being Yay!)
My first repeat guest: Aidan Park, now author of the brand new book "The Art of Being Yay!" Aidan chats with Sierra about what "shame" is and how it can affect you, losing a loved one, why it's bad to have "good vs. bad," emotional goal setting, and how his life experience has made him into the person he is today. Buy his book if you can, foreword and audiobook narrated by Margaret Cho!
Sep 15, 202001:57:56
Dating Coaches + Attraction Preferences w/ Ruby Le (GoodGentleman.com)
Ruby, labeled the "Asian female Hitch" chats with Sierra about what it means to be a professional DATING COACH! Sierra asks her the hard questions - Can someone change their attraction preferences? Are racial preferences ok or just racist? Is there such a thing as the "Friend Zone?" Is there hope for dating in quarantine? Ruby answers all with grace and expertise! Check out Ruby's coaching services for all your dating and love-search needs at GoodGentleman.com!
Sep 03, 202001:09:09
Being Meghan Markle's 1st Kiss + Beatboxing through Anxiety w/ Joshua Silverstein (Drop The Mic)
Joshua chats with Sierra about parenting 3 kids in quarantine, his experience being the official beatboxer for Drop The Mic, and being Meghan Markle's first kiss!
Aug 13, 202001:21:05
Sharing Private Stories + Grief w/ Sofiya Alexandra (Father's Day, Comedy Central)
Sofiya chats with Sierra about recording her comedy album, her legendary grandpa, sexism behind the scenes of stand up comedy, and exploring the world via the topic of sex!
Jul 19, 202001:06:56
BLM + #MeToo in Comedy! (My First Solo Episode)
My first solo episode - I talk about what's been rattling around in my brain in support of the BLM movement, allegations against Chris D'elia, #MeToo and sexism in the comedy world, and wearing soft pants in quarantine! More interviews to come!
Jul 04, 202021:59
Short-term Pain + Celebrating Small Wins w/ Eric Schwartz (Podcast The Musical)
Eric chats with Sierra about how short discomfort can lead to long-time good a la cold showers and how you feel inside vs. how you present outside. He recommends the book CAN'T HURT ME by David Goggins. They also chat about the concept of worldwide celebrity (blegh Tr*mp, the anti-celebrity) vs. how now EVERYONE can be a celebrity. (Yes, even you!) They also chat about the importance of celebrating small wins to pump up to that big one! And we get it! Eric loves to run! We conclude that Eric needs to flip his house so his door opens inward and that will solve all of our problems. The End! Check out Eric's podcast, Podcast The Musical! And watch Jo Koy's Netflix special "In His Elements."
Jun 22, 202001:23:28
Dating + Impostor Syndrome w/ Christy Leung (Shade and Fog podcast)
Christy chats with Sierra about being cousins, horoscopes, getting recognized for her podcast "Shade and Fog" about dating in SF, quarantine dating over Zoom, and impostor syndrome! She recommends The Birthday Book - a guestbook-like book where you can look up friends' birthdays to see what they're all about, astrologically. Also, don't go on a restaurant date for your first date! NO FORKS AND KNIVES!
May 22, 202001:06:30
Reality TV Guilty Pleasures + Cleaning Your Room w/ Danielle Perez (Jimmy Kimmel Live)
Danielle chats with Sierra about 90s fashion trends she wished had stayed dead, why we're contouring our damn faces too much, the joys of Real Housewives, and her exploration in cleaning her room and making wellness shots.
May 15, 202001:12:29
Gardening + Chronic Pain w/ Melissa Kelly (my big sister!)
Melissa chats with Sierra about her illustrious garden, what it means to plan ahead, being Katow siblings, the joys of Animal crossing, and suffering from chronic pain in her neck!
May 01, 202001:34:32
Disneyland + Taking Real Weekends w/ AJ Rafael! (Musician)
AJ chats with Sierra about longevity as a musician, finding inspiration from his parents, taking real weekends and vacations, and pressing pause on his typical music path to take on musical theatre, and EXCLUSIVE INSIDER TIPS to getting on Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland (once we're allowed to go to Disneyland again!) POD LISTENERS: Email me your thoughts on how you separate your "career" from "you" to staypodsitive -at- gmail.com!
Apr 17, 202001:16:03
WOC Representation w/ Gabrielle Elyse! (In The Mix podcast, Snatchers)
Gabrielle chats with Sierra about acting professionally at a young age, being homeschooled (before it was cool), and representing as a mixed WOC!
Apr 10, 202001:06:57
Quarantining Solo + Art Camp w/ Veronica Kwiatkowski! (Comedian)
Veronica chats with Sierra about art camp, 90 Day Fiance, and the joys of quarantining alone!
Apr 03, 202001:20:56
Japanese American Pride w/ Derek Mio! (The Terror on AMC & Hulu)
Derek chats with Sierra about quarantine life, playing Chester on The Terror, Terrace House, and does his uncanny Trump impression! This is our very first remote interview!
Mar 27, 202001:34:39
Acting Against Hate w/ Joe Wong! (The Late Show with Stephen Colbert)
Joe chats with Sierra in our last in-person interview given the pandemic (we'll continue with remote interviews next week)! They talk coronavirus, racism, and what went down in China, as well as more lighthearted chat about Joe's impressive trajectory as a comedian and trying to make change when it seems like things don't seem to be getting better.
Mar 19, 202001:17:11
Therapy w/ Harper-Rose Drummond! (FUNNY PRE-CORONA ESCAPE)
STAY SAFE OUT THERE, FOLKS! Harper and Sierra chat about therapy, relationships, and other lovely things that we used to talk about PRE-CORONA. Enjoy!
Mar 13, 202001:34:57
Everyone Dies w/ Phil Wang! (Wong Fu)
Phil chats with Sierra about his engagement and how everyone dies!
Mar 05, 202001:22:05
You'll Never Be Ready w/ Shilpa Yarlagadda! (Forbes 30 under 30)
Shilpa and Sierra chat about Shilpa's designer ring (Shiffon Co.) being featured on Oscar-nominated movie stars, her ability to run a company out of her dorm room, and what it means for women to support other women! Plus, she dishes on how to use LinkedIn like a pro and how you can't wait until you're ready to do that thing you've been putting off - you'll never be ready, so just do it!
Feb 25, 202001:15:02
Finding Your Partner w/ Kornelius Bascombe! (#BecomingBascombe)
Korn and Sierra chat about his viral engagement video, inspirational people, and expensive weddings!
Feb 18, 202001:35:24
Christine Little! (Comedy Central)
Christine chats with Sierra about weighted blankets, soul mates, and morning journals!
Feb 10, 202001:23:49
Devon Guinn! (American Beatbox Loopstation Champion)
Devon chats with Sierra about the joys of Coca Cola, being grumpy, and beatboxing!
Feb 04, 202001:36:51
Matt Torkelson! (Harvest Moon)
Matt chats with Sierra right before he leaves LA for beautiful Merrill, Wisconsin!
Dec 12, 201901:21:02
CookSux! (Twitch)
CookSux of Twitch fame chats with Sierra about #life.
Nov 23, 201901:43:40
Taylor Chan! (Wong Fu)
Taylor chats with Sierra about his rise at Wong Fu life and feeling worthy of making art!
Aug 11, 201901:25:36
Atsuko Okatsuka! (Let's Go, Atsuko!)
Atsuko chats with Sierra about dancing, married life, and being a hilarious human!
Jul 18, 201901:24:09
Aidan Park! (Laugh Factory)
Aidan is the ultimate advice-giver and positivity expert! We dish on dating preferences, growing through the toughest of times, and avoiding the temptation to box yourself in!
Jul 03, 201901:35:48
Lisa Steen! (Sundowners)
Lisa chats with Sierra about directing, Terrace House, and the pre-apocalypse life!
Jun 28, 201955:55
Patrick Jarrett, Jr! (Drummer)
Patrick chats with Sierra about your personal "hard drive" and reading people's vibes!
Jun 18, 201901:09:53
Lexie Grace! (Comedian)
Lexie chats with Sierra about being an optimistic comedian and her oh-so-winning smile!
May 23, 201901:25:50
Esther Ku! (Ku & The Gang)
Esther chats with Sierra about hosting the AVN awards, her laugh, and cold calling friends.
Apr 23, 201901:28:45
Congyu E! (Searching)
Congyu chats with Sierra about saving animals and the joys of traveling!
Apr 10, 201901:24:15
Joel Boyd! (Carson Daly)
Joel chats with Sierra about The Artist's Way and not giving a f*ck!
Apr 03, 201901:21:31
#Community w/ Sam Clark! (Netflix)
Sam chats with Sierra about the ~importance~ of #COMMUNITY!!!
Mar 26, 201901:27:55
DANakaDAN! (ISAtv)
Dan chats with Sierra about the plight of social media and the general FATE OF THE WORLD!
Mar 19, 201901:20:54
Daniel Citron! (Google)
Daniel chats with Sierra about the 3 keys to happiness: dogs, friends, and food.
Mar 13, 201901:21:07
Scarlett Bermingham! (Epic Night)
Scarlett chats with Sierra about nurturing plants, acting and writing, and pitching a show around town!
Feb 27, 201901:24:19
Saad Amer! (Plus1)
Saad chats with Sierra about his non-profit Plus1, handing his resume to Al Gore, and what we can do to save the planet!
Feb 19, 201901:03:08
Malcolm Hatchett! (Kill Tony)
Malcolm chats with Sierra about living in his car, his rise in comedy, and paying it forward.
Feb 13, 201946:46
Megan Lee! (The Voice)
Megan Lee chats with Sierra about The Voice, K-Pop, Nickelodeon, and more!
Feb 06, 201901:07:34
PK! (Hulu)
PK chats with Sierra about being a dad and husband all while sustaining a career in stand up comedy.
Jan 30, 201901:16:49
Rafinha Bastos! (Netflix)
Rafinha Bastos chats with Sierra about starting over as a comedian in the US, fearing for his life, and making plans in the future with friends when you could just hang out right now!
Jan 22, 201901:18:29
Sherry Cola! (Good Trouble)
Sherry Cola chats with Sierra about ASMR, playing Alice on Good Trouble (Freeform), and always being happy to be there.
Jan 08, 201901:16:06
Welcome to Stay Podsitive!
Want to know what Stay Podsitive is all about? It's a weekly interview with a new and special guest where we talk about how they've made it through the ups and downs of life. And what's a better way to get to know the podcast than diving in and listening to an episode?
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