Casually Awkward

By Chrysta Storm, Luis Alvarez

Casually Awkward is a podcast examining interpersonal & societal habits that are taken for granted. We challenge ideas of normalcy and give voice to the awkward and uncomfortable. Join us as we ex... more

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The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.

Casually Awkward episodes:

February 18, 2020 13. Awkwardly Following the Crowd
Join the family in our awkward but casual cult..we mean...movement. We will teach you the ways of groupthink, cancel culture, and tribal thinking.
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47min
December 12, 2019 12. Awkwardly Gifting a Basket of Soap
This holiday season, Chrysta and Luis introduce their 2019 holiday gift guide filled with pagan rituals, rampant consumerism, and lowered expectations. Explore alternative traditions, gifting love languages and relish in the miracle of bad gifts.
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54min
October 07, 2019 11. Awkwardly Freakin' & Geekin' (with Katie Asare)
Cliques, bullies, unsupportive adults, unstable home-life, and changing bodies make being a teenager dramatically awkward. Chrysta and Luis are joined by Katie Asare (@teach_myheartout) to reflect on their experiences of growing-up, fitting-in, and freaking-out in high school.
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50min
July 02, 2019 10. Awkwardly Sweating
Summer is upon us and that means Luis is cranky and uncomfortable. Meanwhile, Chrysta proposes travel as a cure for summertime blues. Listen as they commiserate on the follies of summer and explore the origins of the beach vacation. Will you join Chrysta at a summer event or hang with Luis by the fan?
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41min
June 13, 2019 9. Awkwardly Swiping Right
How do you know if you vibe with someone based on a picture, or the first date? Luis and Chrysta rehash their experience with meeting online. They touch on expectations, dealbreakers, and how they focus on being individuals beyond the relationship. The final reflection focuses on what maintaining a relationship might look like.
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1h 4min
May 23, 2019 8. Day One: On the Job
First impressions are tough, especially at work. Chrysta is starting a new job and needs some advice for her first day. Luis shares the power of not giving a fuck. With a final reflection on the challenges of impact vs. intent.

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40min
April 24, 2019 7. 420(20) The Storm is Coming
Chill out and relax. Enjoy the ride as Luis and Chrysta celebrated the ‘highest’ of holidays by delving into U.S. drug policy and institutional racism. Perhaps there would be less awkward partisanship if we just sat across the table from each other and passed a joint.
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45min
April 09, 2019 6. Negative Self-Talk (with Ellen Monteith)
Is your pessimistic inner voice bringing you down? We all have an inner voice that tries to guide us but they can also hinder us. In this episode, we are joined by Ellen Monteith of the Let’s Get Mystical podcast to break down how to combat our biggest critic, ourselves.
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57min
March 26, 2019 5. Showing Emotion in Public
Let's talk about feelings. Chrysta & Luis explore navigating emotions at work and crying in public. Discover why having strong feelings isn't necessarily a bad thing! Laugh, cry, or write us a strongly worded email!
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53min
March 12, 2019 4. Meeting New People
Seattle is a difficult place to make friends. Chrysta & Luis explore what has helped them overcome the obstacles of meeting new people like managing expectations, dealing with social anxiety, and embracing their awkwardness.
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Twitter: @awkwardisok
Instagram: @casuallyawkwardpod
Email us: [email protected]
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53min

FAQs about Casually Awkward:

How many episodes does Casually Awkward have?

The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.