Soul Surch

Soul Surch

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Soul Surch episodes

  • Dear White People: Movie Discussion
    In this episode, Marcela and Ava talk about the movie Dear White People, which shook up the world with its release in 2014. This critically acclaimed film by Justin Simien brought in some very real issues for young black people in a satirical and unique way.
    Listen in as the hosts talk about their beloved characters, the experiences of Black students at PWIs, and the relationships between the characters in the film, along with so much more.
    1 hr 35 min
  • Social Media Fatigue + BLM
    Ava and Marcela tackle a conversation revolving around mental health and social media activism and consumption. The hosts talk about their experience with social media at this time and the continued conversation and social justice action revolving around Black Lives Matter and justice for the black men and women whose lives have been taken as a result of police brutality. The conversation continues.
    1 hr 30 min
  • Black Lives In America
    Ava and Marcela have a conversation surrounding the painful events of the last few months in America that is now being felt around the world. The hosts tackle many issues that are prevalent surrounding police brutality, raising Black children, Black mental health, trauma experienced by Black Americans, and allyship. Listen as the friends navigate their thoughts candidly and share their personal perspectives.
    This episode will also include a new segment where we hear from the voices of our friends and listeners. We thank all that participated.
    2 hr 4 min
  • Escapism: Insecure
    Soul Surch returns discussing Insecure on HBO! Ava and Marcela talk about how the show has helped them escape from all that is going on in the world right now and shared about some of their predictions for the show in the future.
    Join the ladies as they keep it light and fluffy for their return in 2020.
    1 hr 12 min
  • Self-Care + Holidays
    On the latest episode of Soul Surch, the hosts talk about the holidays and how self-care fits into the equation. Self-care is imperative throughout the entire year, but around the holidays it can be something that we lose focus on. Join Marcela and Ava in the conversation by sharing your thoughts. How do you prioritize self-care around this time of year?
    57 min
  • Mariana Adams Foster
    Marcela and Ava return to talk about a Soul Surch favorite! This episode looks at another character analysis and it involves none other than Miss Thang, Cierra Ramirez's character on the Freeform TV shows, The Fosters and Good Trouble. Join the ladies of Soul Surch as they look at all things Mariana Adams Foster!
    1 hr 14 min
  • Infidelity
    Marcela and Ava talk about the ins and outs of infidelity and cheating in relationships, as well as take a brief look at the evolving world of relationships. Join the ladies as they navigate this very loaded topic and share your thoughts!
    1 hr 11 min
  • Finding Your Way Through Your Anger
    The return of Soul Surch is bringing in some real moments and Ava and Marcela are tackling anger. The ladies talk about working through anger in their daily lives and share thoughts on how anger affects various areas of life and mental health.
    Enjoy!
    42 min
  • Female Friendships
    Marcela and Ava tackle their thoughts and findings on the importance and power of female friendships. The hosts take a look at how women having other women in their lives can impact their mental health, among many other things. Share your thoughts and share with your best girlfriend!
    1 hr 3 min

About Soul Surch

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Embark on a journey to exploring mental health issues in relation to race, identity, and culture every other week with hosts Ava and Marcela of Soul Surch. As young counselors living in Louisiana who connected in graduate school over the very things that their “brain baby” Soul Surch is all about, the hosts of this pod are women of color who are continuing the process of exploring their own identity in this modern and evolving world.