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this week, we sit down with NYU professor and director of the Center for Responsible AI, Dr. Julia Stoyanovich, to break down what artificial intelligence actually is, how it works, and why understanding it matters more than ever. from chatgpt and ai companions to job loss, human connection, and the environmental impact of ai, we explore the technology without the hype or fear. whether you use ai...

this week, we're talking about the ether, the universe, quantum physics, and the moments that make us wonder if there's more going on than we can explain. we get into the ideas that have been on our minds lately, the questions we keep coming back to, and why we're so fascinated by the things we can't fully understand. whether you're skeptical or fully believe in it all, we're just sharing what we'...

this week, i'm opening up about my journey with depression, the impact of living with undiagnosed adhd, and the moment everything reached a breaking point. i'm sharing what those hardest years looked like, how i finally got answers, and what helped me start rebuilding trust in myself. recovery hasn't been a straight line, but i've learned so much about self-compassion, healing, and taking things o...

this week, we're catching up on everything that's been on our minds lately. from growing up and making sense of the world around us to superstitions, friendship, and putting yourself out there. we also chat about staying hopeful during uncertain times, learning from people with different perspectives, and why the best growth often comes from honest conversations. let's get into it! follow ease: In...

this week on ease, we sit down with Mason Spector, co-founder of Madhappy, for a conversation about building something meaningful, staying connected to your purpose, and navigating the highs and lows that come with growth. Mason reflects on the journey of creating a brand rooted in optimism, community, and mental health, and shares what he’s learned along the way. we talk about entrepreneurship, i...

this week, we're talking about all things travel. from running around new york city to reflecting on what it means to leave your routine behind, we explore how traveling can change the way you see the world and yourself. we discuss the excitement of new places, the reality of travel burnout, and why some of the most meaningful moments happen when you slow down and take it all in. whether you'...

this week, we sit down with Reece Feldman to talk about what it means to exist between hollywood and social media. from walking the oscars red carpet to working behind the scenes on major film sets, Reece shares how he built a career translating the entertainment industry for a new generation and why authenticity is reshaping how stories get told. let's get into it! follow reece feldman: Inst...

this week we’re talking about burnout, guilt, rest, and the pressure to always be productive. from feeling stuck on the “hamster wheel” of life to learning how to slow down, play, and actually recharge, this episode is a reminder that you deserve time to just exist. we also talk about emotional masking, reconnecting with yourself, and why rest shouldn’t feel like something you have to earn. let's...

this week at ease, we’re joined by Dr. Ellen Vora, a psychiatrist, speaker, and author of the #1 bestselling book, The Anatomy of Anxiety. we chat about the distinction between “false” and “true” anxiety, the wellness industrial complex, and how we can treat anxiety by understanding the root causes from physical imbalance to unmet psychospiritual needs. let’s get into it! follow Dr. Ellen Vora: We...

flashback friday! as we continue preparing new conversations, take a moment to listen to one of our favorite episodes and see if you hear anything you maybe missed before, enjoy. This week at ease, we’re joined by registered dietitian Kylie Sakaida for a gentle, honest, and deeply relatable conversation about our relationship with food. From food anxiety to bloating, diet culture to self-trust, we...

flashback friday! as we continue preparing new conversations, take a moment to listen to one of our first episodes and see if you hear anything you maybe missed before, enjoy. join Nailea and Justus at the table with Dr. Cheri Mah.
Dr. Mah unpacks what we often get wrong about rest, and why sleep is a game-changer for both mental and physical performance. she shares how Gen Z can redefine producti...

this week at ease, we’re joined by professor and head of the department of cinematography at UCLA’s School of Theater, Film, and Television, Bill McDonald. we discuss ideas like staying true to your voice as an artist and the significance of storytelling. we also explore different factors that shape one’s work and how patience and curiosity help foster artistic expression. if you’ve ever felt unsu...

this week on ease we’re talking about awkwardness. we talk about why it’s not something to fear or fix. we also explore how confidence comes from staying present and not abandoning who you are just to escape an awkward moment. If you've ever overanalyzed a pause or felt the pressure to perform, this episode is for you. let's get into it! follow ease: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ease⁠ Tik...

this week at ease nailea and justus sit down with film scholar and UCLA’s dean of theater, film and television, celine parreñas shimizu. from what shapes cinema and colonial gazes to the role of education, creative responsibility, and the ethical tensions of AI in film, this episode asks what it means to create cinema with authenticity. no matter where you are in your relationship to film or creat...

welcome back to another episode of ease, today we have a solo episode from our host, nailea! we don't always get to all of your questions so nai took some time to respond to you. keep sending your stories and we'll be back with another guest next week. let's get into it! submit your stories on our website: easethepodcast.com EASE: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ease⁠ TikTok: ⁠ht...

This week on ease, we’re diving into a conversation that a lot of us think about but don’t always know how to talk about, gender dynamics. From the way men and women are taught to express emotions, to the expectations placed on masculinity and femininity, we explore how these ideas quietly shape friendships, dating, and the way we understand each other. To help us unpack this, we invited a male pe...

This week at ease, we’re joined by registered dietitian Kylie Sakaida for a gentle, honest, and deeply relatable conversation about our relationship with food. From food anxiety to bloating, diet culture to self-trust, we explore why eating can feel so emotionally complicated in a world full of rules, noise, and pressure. Kylie helps us reframe nourishment not as perfection, but as curiosity, flex...

This week on ease, love is in the air this time of year, so we’re diving back into the conversation on love, relationships, and how to become better partners, with the help of Dr. Kate. Our last conversation sparked so many questions, so we invited her back for deeper follow-ups on dating anxiety in the age of apps, emotional attachment and sex, physical vs. mental attraction, trusting again after...

This week at ease, we’re joined by bestselling author and religious scholar Dr. Reza Aslan for a deep, curious, and open-hearted conversation about belief. From childhood faith to adult skepticism, we explore how religion, spirituality, and culture shape the ways we seek meaning in our lives. Reza helps us understand how belief systems offer clarity, connection, and compassion. No matter where you...

This week at ease, we’re exploring what it means to stay curious and creative. In a world that moves fast and asks us to have all the answers, we slow down with a gentle, expansive conversation about learning, creativity, and staying soft enough to evolve. From making mistakes to making meaning, this episode is for the ones trying to figure it out without losing themselves in the process. Nailea a...

This week at ease , we are back for our first guest of season two, Dr. Varun Soni! Dr. Soni joins the table for a soft, expansive conversation on what it means to find your North Star, even if you don’t believe in one. As a chaplain, scholar, and spiritual advisor, Varun helps us unpack what we’re really searching for when we say we feel lost. Together, we explore the quiet inner compass that live...

Off the table, Nailea and Justus dive into a raw conversation about what it means to reinvent yourself in the new year, not through chasing trends or leaving everything behind, but by returning to who you were before the world told you who to be. They reflect on the pressure to “glow up” every new year, the parts of us we’ve buried to survive, and how healing often looks like softness, not spectac...

Looking into the new year, Nailea and Justus reflect on everything that shaped them in 2025. From the surprises, to the growth, to the small wins they didn’t see coming. They talk about letting go of old habits, what they’re still working through, and how they’re approaching 2026 with more clarity and care. It’s soft, honest, and a little messy, in the way most growth is. Think of it as a year-end...

This week at ease, Dave Henderson joins the table for a gentle, unexpected conversation about legacy, family, and all the invisible work that holds us up. Dave spent decades building medical offices across California, but really, he was building something deeper: trust, consistency, and a community within his business. In this episode, we talk about why jobs aren’t forever, why success has to come...

This week, Nailea and Justus sit down for a casual conversation about how ease came to life. From losing routines and confidence in your 20s to rebuilding from the mess, they share how friendship and a few long talks sparked something bigger. They open up about feeling lost in your 20s, answer audience questions, and reflect on building a space rooted in care, honesty, and curiosity. Think of it a...