The Taboo Podcast

In this episode, Hyram and Ian discuss the coping strategies they use in their current and past problems. Topics discussed include, journaling, EFT tapping, napping, distraction, and social connections. Joey Diaz Comedy? A spider in Ian's mouth? This podcast episode gets pretty strange! 

In this episode, Ian and Hyram interview their good friend Noel Romansky. Noel is a ethnically ambiguous (Navajo/Caucasian) psychology undergraduate who has had personal experience with addiction including having an alcohol and nicotine addiction, and having family members with prescription drug addictions. Noel breaks down how she has coped with these issues and is now thriving in life. Topics include alcohol and nicotine addictions, prescription drug addictions, bipolar type ll disorder and depression, self-harm, coping strategies, and many other topics. Also, does Noel have an onlyfans account? Is Hyram going to start one? Why is Ian now called Dr. Ian and why is it so sexual? Many laughs are shared in this fun episode and things get "Pornhubby".

In this episode, Hyram and Ian discuss the challenges of balancing time as full time students. Does scheduling reduce anxiety? Does procrastination cause self-hate? How do you manage important responsibilities and also spend time with your friends and family?  Does Ian hate honors students? Does Hyram urinate in his sink? So many questions to be answered...

In this episode, Ian and Hyram have a casual and vulnerable conversation about how their lives are going right now. Topics discussed include depression, loving yourself,  positive self talk, sitting with your emotions, and treating yourself with love. Also, why should you never mention c8 corvettes around Ian?

In this episode, Hyram and Ian discuss the intricacies of grief not only in losing a loved one but also in losing something you love. They also reflect on their own experiences with grief as well as what is causing them grief in the present day. Topics discussed include sadness, loss of loved ones, Kubler-Ross Model of Grief, Indigenous perspectives on grief, preparing to lose loved ones, and thematic elements of grief in life. Also, should you worship Ian? 

In this episode, Ian interviews Austin and Bekks who are very close friends of his who identify in the LGBTQIA+ community. Austin and Bekks break down their stories of being queer and growing up in a religious and unwelcoming environment, and how they learned to accept themselves and ascend past the dark times. Topics discussed include self love, importance of friendship and love, suicidal ideation, and take home advice for anyone struggling with similar problems. 

How do you reject a significant other or a romantic interest? Is there a right way or secret formula? How do you take rejection? Ian and Hyram explore these questions and more through their experiences in rejecting and being rejected. Is the answer honesty with restriction? 

Feeling blue? Not enjoying the activities you once loved? In this episode, Hyram and Ian discuss their experiences with depression and how it relates to persistent depressive disorder. Topics discussed include DSM 5 criteria for persistent depressive disorder, contributors to happiness, and how they dealt and deal with their own depression. We hope you resonate with Ian and Hyram's journeys of dealing with extreme sadness and learn ways how to manage this important emotion.  

Citation for Article used in episode

Ventriglio, A., Bhugra, D., Sampogna, G., Luciano, M., De Berardis, D., Sani, G., & Fiorillo, A. (2020). From dysthymia to treatment-resistant depression: Evolution of a psychopathological construct. International Review of Psychiatry, 32(5–6), 471–476. https://doi.org/10.1080/09540261.2020.1765517

In this episode, Hyram and Ian discuss Hyram's life story and the struggles faced along the way. The topics discussed include depression, suicidal thoughts, and feelings of inadequacy. We hope you resonate or relate to this brief introduction to Hyram's life story and find peace and solutions to your own life. 

In this episode, Ian and Hyram discuss Ian's life story including his background, past problems, and how these problems impact his current problems and behavior. The topics covered in this episode include loneliness, rejection, fallouts in friendships, and positive psychology. We hope you resonate or relate to this brief introduction to Ian's life story and find hope and solutions to your own life.