Don't Worry, We'll Talk It Out

In today’s episode, Randon tackles two particular generational age groups (the young Generation Z, and the 20-30-year-old millennials) and where they go following the pandemic. To start, the future of education is discussed including the setbacks and even silver linings from a student perspective but also a faculty perspective. Then, Randon sets up the difficulty facing the Millennial generation that has already been molded and shaped by global events and major economic downfalls during their lifetimes (15:40).  

Songs used- Lakey Inspired- In my clouds, The Stuyventants-Saturday Night Special 

Today on Don’t Worry, I have on special guest Bailey Smith via Zoom call (10:00) to discuss the upcoming 2020 presidential election, Bernie Sanders suspending his campaign, and what constitutes a “healthy hobby” during the quarantine! The start of the podcast includes a neuroscience discussion on how our perception of time (2:20) has radically changed during the pandemic and its long-term effects on our brains. 

Songs used:  Knxwledge- that’s allwekando (Intro), Night Park-Manifest Destiny’s Child (interlude 9:40)

Welcome to the 8th episode of Don’t Worry, today Randon makes mental health a priority in this short 15-minute podcast. There is NO mention of COVID-19 or Trump, or our falling DOW. For your mental health, and mine. 

The Weeknd’s new album After Hours (2:15), and Childish Gambino’s album 3.15.20 (5:10) are both given in-depth reviews. I then delve into an unconventional method of mediation techniques I have used during the quarantine days, and the philosophy of escapism is discussed (9:45). 

Songs used: Wun-Two- Promenade (Intro), and Seasons (4:50). Evil Needle- On my mind (9:10) and Saint Pepsi- Private Caller (14:00) 

Today on Don’t Worry (The Quarantine Diaries) I give my 3rd coronavirus pandemic update and discuss the fallouts from both our healthcare and financial systems (1:20). I also discuss the NBA suspending its season and where they can go from here (7:33). Then I talk of the stressful and anxiety inducing time we are in and ways to ease this trauma we are all experiencing through mindfulness or searching for creative outlets (11:40). Lastly, I give tv, movie and book recommendations! This Is Us (18:30), Love is Blind (21:00), The Last Black Man in San Francisco (23:15), and books Less Than Zero (26:00), and Civilized to Death (28:10) 

Songs used: Kronicle- Chill noon (intro), Jinsang- September (Interlude 7:12), Kronicle- Live (18:00), Don Toliver- Wasted (32:05)

Today on Don't Worry, I am joined by friend and special guest Jordan Anderson! Jordan is currently working toward a masters at Duke University, and we discuss a number of topics and interests he's been researching during his program. We bring up Artificial Intelligence (4:15) and its future use in both the healthcare and tech industry. We then get into Jordan's interest in filmmaking and his time being on the set of award winning film 'Queen and Slim' (14:00), and lastly we discuss his personal film project regarding his time in China (16:45).


Songs used: Kaytranada feat. Kali Uchis- 10%, Tame Impala- Lost in Yesterday (24:40)

Today on Don't Worry, I cover a number of aspects involving the future of Psychedelics in healthcare (2:40). I go over the history behind them, the effects it has on the brain, and the pros and cons of using them to help depressed and traumatized individuals. Then, I talk about dealing with expectations as a young adult and how it can sometimes lead to unhappiness (21:00).

Songs used: SWV-You're always on my mind (Intro), Baby Keem-STATS (20:40), 24kGoldn-GAMES ON YOUR PHONE (34:35) 

For this episode I'm proud to have Terry Jordan on the podcast to do a 2019 year in review! We go through our thoughts on our favorite music and why we feel it was dominated by new artists (9:15), being desensitized to the news cycle (16:00), Trump's scandal ridden year (29:00), and the lasting impacts of author Toni Morrison (32:30), and hip-hop artist Nipsey Hussle (5:00).

Songs used: Flippin on You by TLC and Kaytranada, and Gold Roses by Drake and Rick Ross. 

Today I am joined by my girlfriend, Mariah Bagneris, as we discuss Long Distance Relationships, Tinder, Ghosting and the importance of open communication. Then we dive into the Juul/E-Cig controversy that has left hundreds of teens in the hospital, and even a few dead. Media misrepresentation and the involvement of the Trump Administration in the scandal is also examined. 

Today a neuroscience study regarding fake news and its impact on our brains, a discussion on privacy and the government's oversight as tech companies manipulate our data, and finally a murder of a 21 year old woman has sparked outrage in Palestine regarding misogynistic culture.