Explained: Simply

Explained: Simply

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Explained: Simply episodes

  • Brandy Melville: Body Image, Racism, and Employee Scandals

    Hi, thank you for tuning into to Episode 1 of Season 2! Or technically Episode 13 of our podcast! Today we talked about Brandy Melville and their "one size fits all policy." We also discussed their past scandals involving racism and employee scandals. 


    Quick TW: We do discuss topics like body dysmorphia, so if that is a topic that makes you uncomfortable we suggest you skip this one! Thank you! 

    33 min
  • Joe Biden: Basics, Future Plans, and Sexual Assault

    Thank you for tuning into episode twelve! This is the last episode of this season so you might see some changes for our next season. Today we'll be discussing Joe Biden. We talk about his history, his future plans as well as the allegations against him. 

    Disclaimer: The topic we’ll be discussing today could be sensitive to some. Listener discretion is advised. We do discuss sexual allegations so if that topic makes you uncomfortable you can skip from 11:30 to 25:40 . 

    You can find us on Instagram (@explainedsimply) and let us know your thoughts on the episode! We’d love to hear feedback.

    59 min
  • USPS: The Basics, What's Happening and Voting

    Thanks for tuning in to episode 11 of the podcast! Today we go through the what the United State Postal Service has done for citizens throughout the years as well as what has happened recently. Voting is super important so please make sure to do some further research on how to vote! It differs slightly for every state, so please make sure to double check! 


    You can get started here: 

    https://www.usa.gov/how-to-vote 

    22 min
  • Trump and the LGBTQ Community
    Today, we’ll be talking about the Trump Administration and the pros and cons of their actions towards the LGBTQ+ community. We talk about how these actions have affected the workplace, adoption/surrogate options, healthcare, etc. 
    Find us on Instagram and TikTok at @explainedsimply and let us know your thoughts on the episode! We’d love to hear feedback.
    43 min
  • The Abortion Debate: Basic Facts, Pro-Life and Pro-Choice

    Thank you for tuning into our eight episode of Explained: Simply! Today we’ll be talking about both sides of the controversial debate surrounding abortion. We’’l be discussing what it means to be pro life and pro choice and the arguments for both. We will be also talking about basic facts about abortion and how religion influences people's opinions. 


    48 min
  • The Media: Scandals, Representation, and Accountability

    Thank you for tuning in to our seventh episode!

    Today we’ll be talking about diversity in the media as well as holding celebrities and big brands accountable for their actions. 

    Find us on Instagram or TikTok (@explainedsimply for both) and let us know your thoughts on the episode in the comments or over DM! We’d love to hear your feedback! :) 

    1 hr 8 min
  • Mental Health and Social Media

    Hi, we’re Arya and Yana and this is Explained: Simply, the podcast where we discuss different topics in our society while educating both ourselves and our listeners like you. Thank you for tuning in to our sixth episode!

    Today we’ll be covering some basic info about mental health and also how social media affects teens today. We will be having a short interview with a teen about her experience with mental illness.

    If you are struggling with mental health, here are some places to contact: If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call 911, go to the nearest emergency room, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to reach a 24-hour crisis center, or text MHA to 741741 at the Crisis Text Line.

    You can also call 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746 at the SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline. Trained crisis workers will listen to you and direct you to the resources you need.


    1 hr 13 min
  • Fast Fashion: Brands, Statistics, and What You Can Do
    Hi, we’re Arya and Yana and this is Explained: Simply, the podcast where we discuss different topics in our society while educating both ourselves and our listeners like you. Thank you for tuning in to our fifth episode!
    Today we’ll be covering some basic info about fast fashion and also what it means to be a sustainable shopper. We'll also discuss which brands are sustainable and which aren't, as well as things YOU can do to be a more sustainable shopper!
    35 min
  • The Prison System: Pros, Cons, and Basic Information

    Hi, we’re Arya and Yana and this is Explained: Simply, the podcast where we discuss different topics in our society while educating both ourselves and our listeners like you. Thank you for tuning in to our fourth episode!

    Today we’ll be talking about the prison system, specifically, it’s purpose, pros, and cons, as well as the differences between public and private prisons and jail versus prison.

    TW: Some mentions of sexual assault. (not explicit)

    56 min

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This is Explained: Simply, the podcast where we discuss different topics in our society while educating both ourselves and listeners like you. We will attempt to condense information about topics that…