Relevancy
two friends talking through the existential concerns of our twenties
Hi! We're David & Zoha, and we're happy to welcome you to our podcast, Relevancy. Our show evolves as we do, but each episode we aim to have rich, introspective conversations about who we are and how we relate to the world(s) we're a part of.
Listen to us on your favorite podcast app, connect with us @relevancypodcast on Instagram, and find more of us at relevancypodcast.com.
Episodes
13 episodes
#12 - you, me, and the city (pt. 2)
Welcome to another episode of Relevancy!This episode is a sibling to Episode 11. In a collection of three interviews, we discuss with friends their experiences living in various metropolitan areas around the world. Thank you to Vaidehi,...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:13:41
#11 - you, me, and the city (pt. 1)
Welcome to another episode of Relevancy!This time, we discuss the influence of history, culture, and infrastructure on the experience of metropolitan communities, in the U.S. and abroad. We wrestle with what it means to be integrated wi...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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46:00
#10 - we're still friends, right?
Welcome back to Relevancy! It's a new season, but we're still the same two friends discussing the existential concerns of our twenties.This episode, we're taking a dive into the topic of adulthood friendship. Through old lenses (like Ar...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:01:01
#9 - is introspection worth the effort?
Introspection is a double-edged sword: excessive self-critique can cripple us, but the right kind of self-examination can help us better understand the world and stabilize our minds. Finding the right balance is tricky! This episode, we examine...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:23:52
#8 - what's a good decision, anyway?
This episode, David & Zoha dig into the always relevant topic of decision making. First, we critique The Alchemist's romantic concept of "Personal Legends" aka the individual dreams and callings that guide & inspire our major l...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:17:54
#7 - the reality of higher education
In this month's episode, we're taking a closer look at the topics of education and career. Is there a place in modern society for non-specialists? How do we know when it's time to switch careers or step off the beaten path? What role does money...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:09:18
#6 - how self-sufficient should we be?
After a brief hiatus, we're back with our first ever in-person recording of the podcast! In this episode, we discussed self-sufficiency and how it relates to adulthood, parental relationships, romantic relationships, happiness, and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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57:34
#5 - the value of values
This month, David & Zoha discuss the complex topic of values: What are the benefits and pitfalls of aligning to a value system? How do we stick to our values once we've found them? And what role does society play in upholding those values? ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:09:17
#4 - art is a conversation
Zoha & David take a break from the intense topics to discuss what, if anything, distinguishes "art" from everything else, and how the various mediums of art impact them emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. It's a fun one! An...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:14:20
#3 - the many definitions of "home"
David, Zoha, and their friend and special guest Racceb discuss how they feel about their hometowns, the ups and downs of seeking community, and why the very concept of "home" is much more complicated than it seems. NOTE: Apologies ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:08:10
BONUS: Welcome to Relevancy / Meet the Hosts
Get to know the hosts! David & Zoha discuss the origins of their friendship, why they started the podcast, and why personal differences make for great conversation.
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Season 1
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38:19