Curiosity & Chill

Curiosity & Chill

By Shayenda and NeroSociety & Culture
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Curiosity & Chill episodes

  • Low-Key Losing It, High-Key Healing (Part 2)

    This week we’re back with Part 2. A short and sweet episode wrapping up the conversation we started last week on therapy, healing, and growth. If you haven’t listened to Part 1 yet, hit pause and start there first!

    We’re talking about those pivotal moments that shift the course of your life — the ones you don’t see coming but can’t forget. And of course, we close things out with a little online dating update, including the kind of “yeah, true” text that leaves you more confused than when you started.

    17 min
  • Low-Key Losing It, High-Key Healing (Part 1)

    It’s been one of those weeks. One of us stumbled upon some unexpected surprises, while the other spent way too long in a grimy ER waiting room, feeling totally drained and secondhand sick from just being there. 

    This week, we open up about our individual paths to therapy — what led us there, how it’s shaped us, and the toolkit of resources we’ve picked up along the way. Therapy’s not a magic fix, but it sure has changed the game. Come along as we take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing on all the ways therapy has given us the tools to navigate life's messiness with more grace.

    43 min
  • 2+1=2

    This week on Curiosity and Chill, we’re talking all things three. Sure, it’s the so-called magic number—but in real life, especially on a trip, it can bring up some not-so-magical feelings. We unpack how being part of a trio can shake up our sense of belonging, why it’s so easy to feel like the odd one out, and how the closeness between two people can unintentionally leave one person floating. Sometimes, two plus one really just feels like two. 

    Then we take a little detour into The Handmaid’s Tale territory—because honestly, parts of the real world are starting to feel a little too familiar.

    Come for the catch-up, stay for the existential spiral.

    40 min
  • Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, Who’s the Critic of Us All?

    This week on Curiosity & Chill, we’re talking bodies — the glow ups, the glow downs, and the frustrating bad body image days that can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. 

    We dive into the wild ride of body image — from the unspoken drama of clothes not fitting, to those spirals we all know too well when society’s out here telling us to be forever 21 (literally and figuratively). And let’s be real: we’ve all had those days when we look in the mirror and feel like we’re at war with ourselves. It’s a universal thing — everyone’s been there. But guess what? We’re tired. Tired of being mean to ourselves. Tired of unlearning every ridiculous thing we’ve been taught about beauty, size, and worth.

    We’re unpacking alllllllll the weird rules we’ve learned about our bodies, why we’re so damn critical, and how we’re slowly unlearning that nonsense — one stretch mark, love handle, and double chin at a time 💅🏽.

    Spoiler: Bodies change. Bodies age. And honestly? We’re just trying to feel good in our skin, no matter the season. Our bodies do so much for us. 

    35 min
  • Kid or Not to Kid

    One of us wants to have kids and one of us is starting to realize the 'kid question' pop up in the dating world. We dig into the whole 'selfish vs. selfless' debate that comes up in conversations about motherhood and/or choosing to be childless. Trust, these labels can do more harm than good. But we also talk about the real dream—having a robot that can shave and exfoliate our legs (way better than kids, right?). Oh, and wedding planning? It ain't for the faint of heart, especially when parents want over-the-top celebrations but look miserable in every group photo... send help!

    37 min
  • Teach Me How to Culture

    Family expectations, cultural clashes, and what actually draws us to people—let’s get into it. Are we really obligated to do things just because we share DNA, or is that just a lifelong guilt trip? In relationships, especially interracial ones, who’s responsible for bridging the cultural gap—should you be teaching or should they be learning? And when it comes to attraction, is it all just physical, or is there something deeper at play? Join us as we navigate love, loyalty, and why some bonds feel unbreakable (even when we kinda wish they were).

    35 min
  • The Streets are Talking

    Infidelity—it’s messy, complicated, and way more common than we’d like to admit. But what happens when you aren’t the one in the relationship? In this episode, we dive into the why, the how, and the aftermath of stepping out—plus the tricky role of friends and spectators. Do you tell your friend if you know they’re being played? Is emotional betrayal just as bad as the physical? And can relationships really bounce back?

    Nero and Shayenda go head-to-head with very different takes on when (or if) you should step in. One of us believes in keeping it real, no matter the cost. The other? Let’s just say… not every truth needs a messenger.

    Buckle up, because this one’s going to be spicy. 🎧

    38 min
  • Plenty of Ick

    From dumpster-fire dating apps to finding the one who truly understands you, this episode takes you through both extremes of the dating world. Whether you're stuck in a sea of meaningless small talk or just slipped a ring on it, we’re diving into the messy, hilarious, and downright surprising journey of love and connection.

    Expect the icks, the feels, and the unpredictable moments that come in the name of love.

    40 min
  • The Clock's Not Okay, and Neither Are We

    Parents: They did it all—work, kids, house repairs, and somehow a side hustle—and now they need help opening a PDF? In this episode, we dive into the hilarity and headaches of watching our parents age. From their “I got this” confidence to “Can you order pizza for me?” moments, we’re asking: are we helping too much or just becoming their on-call tech support? And then there’s time—some days it feels like we've got forever, and other days it’s a mad dash to squeeze in work, relationships, and maybe, just maybe, a midday nap if we're lucky. If you’ve ever wondered how life can be both painfully slow and terrifyingly fast, this one’s for you! 

    30 min
  • Survival of the Friendships

    Friendships can be beautiful—and awkward. We unpack tricky money moments (like splitting the bill when you only ordered one thing), the values that shape lasting connections, and the lifeline friends who keep us grounded. Tune in for fun real talk on navigating the ups, downs, and everything in between with the people who matter most. 💛

    38 min

About Curiosity & Chill

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Welcome to Curiosity and Chill, the podcast where Shayenda and Nero explore the big, small, and wonderfully weird questions of life. Their conversations are honest, relatable, and infused…