The Zennerational Perspective

On this episode of The Zennerational Perspective, I was joined by Chris Mowrey, a TikTok influencer known for posting political commentary from the perspective of a Biden supporter. But this episode is NOT political. Rather than delve into the political divide, Chris and I discuss his year-long rise in popularity, which resulted in him being on Fox News, going on The Tim Dillon Show, and more. Chr...

On this episode, Sophie Behrens joins Aidan to discuss reframing your stress, how to overcome obstacles relating to anxiety, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube and follow us on Instagram! @zennerationalperspectives

In this week's episode, Bridget Harrington discusses The RESTRICT Act, one of Congress' latest attempts to ban TikTok. While we believe some form of regulation on the app is necessary, the way this bill addresses the issue leaves some scratching their heads. So, does this bill fix the problem, or is it the PATRIOT Act 2.0? Read the entire bill here Statement from Senator Warner's Of...

In this episode, we discuss OpenAI's ChatGPT and DALL-E, as well as other Large Language Models and their popularity. Throughout the episode, we ask the questions: What are the implications of this technology? How does it affect the education system and the human psyche? Does human evolution and curiosity necessitate technological advancements?  LaMDA conversation  If you enjoyed the episode,...

In this episode, we talk about Tencent, China’s multinational media conglomerate, which doubles as a mass surveillance system. We also discuss life in China and branch off into a conversation about the technological future of humanity. This episode utilizes many sources. When discussing worldly topics, we try to be as accurate as possible, but we may sometimes miss the mark. Below are some of the...

In this episode, we welcome back Mac Di Rocco and have a conversation about overstimulation on social media such as Tik Tok, as well as discuss how China uses Tik Tok as a weapon of division. Link to AP article: https://apnews.com/article/china-tiktok-facebook-influencers-propaganda-81388bca676c560e02a1b493ea9d6760 If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your fri...

Thanks to Loyola University Maryland's study abroad program, Trevor Oberlander recently had the opportunity to journey to Bangkok, Thailand, for six months.  If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @zennerationalperspectives TikTok: @zennperspectives YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/U...

On this episode, we welcome Dr. Jason Parcover on the show, who is the director of Loyola University Maryland's Counseling Center. Some notes regarding the data in the video: 68% were more anxious 70% felt more pessimistic about the world in the next 6-12 months. Link to YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8W2tE183TdyxvBoT5LLfAQ/featured If you enjoyed the episode, make sure th...

In this episode, we talk to Connor Chapman, who is a psychology major at Fordham University and is interning at RWJ Barnabas Hospital. If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @zennerationalperspectives TikTok: @zennperspectives YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8W2tE183TdyxvBoT5LLfAQ Musi...

In this episode, we talk to Lexi Faison, the junior class president for Loyola University Maryland's Class of 2024.  If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @zennerationalperspectives TikTok: @zennperspectives YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8W2tE183TdyxvBoT5LLfAQ Music used: Free F...

In this episode, we are joined by Gio Sotomayor, who talks about his cleanse from social media, and how spirituality is helping him stay off it. We also discuss why some people may believe spirituality is challenging.   If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @zennerationalperspectives TikTok: @ze...

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Ana Golden and discuss the upbringing that both she and Mac shared as military kids. We also touch upon the differences in American and European culture.  If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @zennerationalperspectives TikTok: @zennperspectives...

In this episode we are joined by Ana Golden, a rising senior at Emerson College. Ana is a journalism major and political communications minor, and in this first part, we discuss SCOTUS rulings, as well as the continued stripping of rights in the future.  If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @ze...

In this episode, we have Kenan Hafiez, who just got back from a multi-week trip to Damascus Syria.  If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @zennerationalperspectives TikTok: @zennperspectives YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8W2tE183TdyxvBoT5LLfAQ Music used: Free Fall - Kaytranada Reso...

In this episode, we are joined by Ethan Hammond, who took a gap year in Costa Rica, during the pandemic, to tutor the underprivileged  English.  If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @zennerationalperspectives TikTok: @zennperspectives YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8W2tE183TdyxvBoT5...

In this episode, we talk to Zach Pawlowski, a rising junior at Johnson & Wales University. Zach is a culinary science and product development major. He discusses the strenuous field he is a part of, including the science of food, managing restaurants, tipping culture, and what precisely a Michelin Star is.      (Intro music is Freefall - Instrumental, by Kaytranada)  If you enjoyed the episode...

In this week's episode, we talk to Owen Matts, a rising junior at the University of Wisconsin. Owen is a crop science and crop engineering major and discusses what it means to be a farmer in 2022, how companies' monopolistic intentions make farming difficult, and how the landscape of agriculture is changing in the wake of climate change.   If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you s...

In this week's episode, we feature Josh Glatman. Hailing from northern New Jersey, we discuss wildlife, rugby and more If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @zennerationalperspectives TikTok: @zennperspectives YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8W2tE183TdyxvBoT5LLfAQ Music used: Fre...

In today's episode, we are joined by Jackson Derrick, a philosophy major at Loyola University Maryland. We discuss what it means exactly to be a philosophy major, and how philosophy directly links with how we think on a day-to-day basis--either individually or as a collective society.   If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow...

In this episode, we finish our discussion on social media and its impacts on mental health. From there, we transition into more current events such as Kendrick Lamar's new album, the failure of Jack Harlow's album, concert culture, and more  If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @zenne...

In this episode, we discuss the effects of polarization, thanks in part to social media. Moreover, we discuss the idea of media echo chambers and how it causes inherent narrow-mindedness. We also talk about birds and how cool they are.  If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @zennerationalperspec...

In this episode, we continue our exploration of social media, influencer culture, and how all of it can subconsciously impact your mental health negatively. Based on algorithms, TikTok culture,  and societal expectations in the wake of social media, we discuss how both the content creator and the viewer can be aiding in each other's mental health decline.  If you enjoyed the episode, make sur...

In this "pilot" episode, we discuss how social media affects mental health, and how influencer culture is inherently toxic.  If you enjoyed the episode, make sure that you subscribe and share it with your friends! Be sure to follow us on social platforms! Instagram: @zennerationalperspectives TikTok: @zennperspectives YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8W2tE183TdyxvBoT5LLfAQ Musi...