Best Marisa Mason Podcasts (2024)

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Welcome Home, Son: Ken Ho on Being an "ABT" - American Born Taiwanese, Visiting Taipei, and a Lifetime in the Hospitality Industry 58:51

2d ago58:51

58:51

Ever wondered what it’s like to navigate the highs and lows of the hospitality industry while finding your true passion? Our special guest, Ken, a neighbor and friend who’s seen it all from acting to bartending, joins us for an episode packed with personal stories and industry insights. We kick things off with some fun banter about the relentless s…

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The Art of Letting Go 11:20

6h ago11:20

11:20

By Marisa Mason

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Have You Ever Licked a Frog?: Love, Addiction and 80s Movies with Rita and Marisa 46:49

3d ago46:49

46:49

This episode kicks off with Rita and Marisa sharing their insights on routines, early bedtimes, and the unspoken rules of not texting outside certain hours. We laugh along with their poker anecdotes and the texting habits inspired by Larry David's "Curb Your Enthusiasm." Amidst the summer heat, we find solace in the cool ambiance of Greenpoint Pala…

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The Journey to Becoming: Overcoming FEAR 10:40

21d ago10:40

10:40

By Marisa Mason

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Poet S. Galvin on Seattle's Inferiority Complex, Pirates and Pronouns, and the End of Small Press Distribution 52:42

10d ago52:42

52:42

What happens when the worlds of poetry, mental health, and Muppets collide? Join us in this engaging episode of "People at the Core" as Rita, Marisa, and our special guest, acclaimed author and poet S. Galvin, navigate the intricate dance between writing and performing. Marisa opens up about her emotional struggles with her pet Zelda's recent seizu…

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The Life of a Teacher: Rich Piepho on Stripper Names, Storytelling and Finding Passion in Education 58:21

17d ago58:21

58:21

Have you ever wondered what life would be like as a therapist with an enticing voice or imagined the hilarious possibilities of stripper names based on your first pet and street name? Rita and Marisa kick off this lively conversation at Greenpoint Palace Bar in Brooklyn, sharing uproarious stories about phone sex operations and navigating the dark …

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Bonus Episode! Dolan Morgan Reading 9:35

22d ago9:35

9:35

Books by Dolan Morgan That's When the Knives Come Down Follow us on Instagram! People at the Core Podcast Email us! peopleatthecorepodcast@gmail.comBy Marisa Cadena & Rita Puskas with guest Dolan Morgan

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A Writer's Life: Ninja Turtles, Immigrant Education and the Necessity of a Writing Community with Dolan Morgan 44:01

25d ago44:01

44:01

Ever wondered how childhood dreams and unexpected career paths intersect? Join us as we sit down with Dolan Morgan, a gifted writer and illustrator from Greenpoint, Brooklyn, who takes us on a nostalgic journey from dictating stories to his grandmother, to immersing himself in the vibrant life of New York City. Dolan opens up about their move from …

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The Power of a Made Up Mind 9:49

1M ago9:49

9:49

By Marisa Mason

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The Life of an Artist: Leigha Mason on Clowns, the Commodification of Art and Surviving a Stabbing 53:04

1M ago53:04

53:04

Ever wondered how you can balance the worlds of painting, film, and performance art while living in the heart of New York City? Leigha Mason, a multi-talented artist, takes us through her incredible journey from Phoenix to San Francisco and finally to the bustling streets of NYC. From working to save for her big moves to navigating the challenges o…

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Puerto Rican Families and Punk Music with Producer Lourdes Vasquez 43:19

1M ago43:19

43:19

Can the vibrancy of Brooklyn, the warmth of family ties, and the dynamism of the advertising world all come together in one fascinating conversation? * Absolutely, and Lourdes, a senior integrated producer in advertising, is here to share her incredible journey. From her roots in the Bronx to her cherished life in Brooklyn, Lourdes recounts the imp…

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Bonus Episode! Bonnie Hall and K. Hank Jost Reading 36:20

2M ago36:20

36:20

Books by K. Hank Jost Deselections MadStone Follow us on Instagram! People at the Core Podcast Email us! peopleatthecorepodcast@gmail.comBy Marisa Cadena & Rita Puskas with guests Bonnie Hall & K. Hank Jost

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A Writer's Life: Goats, God and the Deep South with Literary Soulmates K. Hank Jost and Bonnie Hall 1:04:25

2M ago1:04:25

1:04:25

Ever wondered what magic brews when the lives of literary soulmates intertwine?* Hank and Bonnie, the literary power couple who've journeyed from the Deep South to the vibrant streets of Brooklyn, sit down with us to unravel their story. They share their voyage through life and literature, offering glimpses into their existence as a couple that bre…

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Embracing Kindness: The Journey To Self Discovery 8:29

2M ago8:29

8:29

By Marisa Mason

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Overshare: Get to Know Your Hosts Rita and Marisa 48:33

2M ago48:33

48:33

We do not have a guest this week, it's just us!* Flipping the page, we muse over the scribbles and chords that charted our course to becoming writers. From childhood musings to the raucous challenges of adulthood, every word we've penned pulses with life's rich tapestry. Listen as we unfold the layers of our creative evolution, from piano keys and …

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The Life of an Artist: A.J. Springer on Creativity, Mental Health and What Makes a New Yorker 49:51

2M ago49:51

49:51

When you meet someone who embodies the spirit of New York, you can't help but be drawn into their world.* A.J. Springer isn't just an artist; she's a living, breathing part of the city that never sleeps. This vibrant conversation takes you on an explorations of what it truly means to be a New Yorker. Venture into the art industry's labyrinth with A…

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Embracing Who We Are Destined To Be 6:16

2M ago6:16

6:16

By Marisa Mason

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IntentionallyBU Trailer 1:21

2M ago1:21

1:21

By Marisa Mason

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Coffee, Culture and Le Cordon Blue: Spilling the Beans with Enrique 1:06:16

2M ago1:06:16

1:06:16

Ever found yourself captivated by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and wondered about the story behind the beans?* Enrique, our guest this week, is a coffee buyer with an exceptional tale that starts in the vibrant heart of Oxnard, California, and stretches across continents. As he unfolds his family's journey from Mexico to the US, we connect ov…

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Bonus Episode! Sean Welsh Reading 21:10

3M ago21:10

21:10

Books by Sean Welsh One From the Ice Daylight Maybe Follow us on Instagram! People at the Core Podcast Email us! peopleatthecorepodcast@gmail.comBy Marisa Cadena & Rita Puskas with guest Sean Welsh

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A Writer's Life: Sean Welsh on New York, Sobriety and Bukowski 1:03:15

3M ago1:03:15

1:03:15

Imagine uprooting your life and plunging into the heart of New York City's literary world.* That's precisely what Sean Welsh did, and in our latest episode, he shares the raw and transformative tale of a writer's journey in a city that never sleeps. From the echoes of laughter in the storied Greenpoint Palace Bar to the trials of sobriety amidst an…

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The Bravery to Say Goodbye (ft. Marisa Renee Lee) 31:50

3+ y ago31:50

31:50

Reshma makes a big announcement about the podcast and her future with Girls Who Code before jumping into a powerful interview with Marisa Renee Lee about grief. They discuss how privilege plays into who is given space to grieve, letting go of trying to grieve the "right" way, and how to find joy and love while in the midst of grieving. You can cont…

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The Bravery to Demand Change For Moms (ft. Dr. C. Nicole Mason) 23:52

3+ y ago23:52

23:52

Dr. C. Nicole Mason, president and CEO of the Institute for Women's Policy Research (IWPR), joins Reshma to discuss the crisis women are facing in the workplace as a result of the pandemic, the potential of solutions like the Marshall Plan for Moms, and why now is the moment to be bold and ask for more. Sign the letter to support the Marshall Plan …

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Marshall Plan for Moms (ft. Dee Poku and Eve Rodsky) 41:11

3+ y ago41:11

41:11

Reshma sits down with Dee Poku (CEO and founder of the WIE Suite) and Eve Rodsky (author of the NYTimes Bestseller Fair Play) to discuss the need for a Marshall Plan for Moms and why they're calling on the Biden administration to create a task force to address the economic crisis moms are facing during the COVID-19 crises. Sign the letter to suppor…

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What's The Best That Can Happen? (ft. Michelle Poler) 27:41

3+ y ago27:41

27:41

Reshma sits down with Michelle Poler, author of Hello Fears: Crush Your Comfort Zone and Become Who You're Meant to Be. They discuss how Michelle went from being scared of everything to doing 100 things that scared her, generational fear, what bravery actually means, and why we should start thinking about what's the best that can happen instead of …

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Getting Brave with Money (ft. Tonya Rapley) 27:23

3+ y ago27:23

27:23

The new year is a perfect time to get your finances in order. Reshma sits down with Tonya Rapley of MyFabFinance to get advice on how to start that process and what to prioritize. Tonya shares her money journey and how she got her finances uncontrol, gives insight about setting goals with different levels of income and stability in mind, and talks …

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Astrology Is Self-Care (ft. Banu Guler) 25:09

3+ y ago25:09

25:09

To close out the year, Reshma sits down with Banu Guler, the founder of the popular Co-Star app that uses artificial intelligence to create personalized horoscopes. The two discuss how Banu found the bravery to start Co-Star, whether astrology is really more popular today than it used to be, using astrology as self care, and sharing a star sign. Yo…

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We Broke The Internet! (ft. Nicole Small) 27:18

3+ y ago27:18

27:18

Girls Who Code recently partnered with the If/Then Initiative of Lyda Hill Philanthropies to break the internet and show the world what the web would look like if it weren't for the contributions of women. In today's episode, Reshma sits down with Nicole Small, founder of the If/Then Initiative and CEO of Lyda Hill Philanthropies, to discuss this i…

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The Myth of Meritocracy (ft. Mellody Hobson) 27:00

3+ y ago27:00

27:00

Reshma sits down with Mellody Hobson, co-CEO of Ariel investments and a powerful leader in the financial sector. The two discuss the importance of teaching financial literacy to young people, the myth of meritocracy and how difficult situations can build resilience. You can follow Reshma on Twitter and Instagram @ReshmaSaujani or join the Brave, No…

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Bravery in the Corporate World (ft. Indra Nooyi) 24:45

3+ y ago24:45

24:45

Reshma sits down with Indra Nooyi, former CEO of PepsiCo and one of the few women of color to lead a Fortune 100 company to discuss sisterhood, the challenges of being a woman of color at the top, and how she succeeded in the corporate world. You can follow Reshma on Twitter and Instagram @ReshmaSaujani or join the Brave, Not Perfect Facebook group…

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Mistakes Are The Ultimate Brainstorming Moment (ft. Yara Shahidi) 30:43

3+ y ago30:43

30:43

Reshma sits down with activist and actor Yara Shahidi, who stars in series Black-ish and Grown-ish, to discuss the importance of civic engagement, being open to challenging your understanding of the world, and why taking care of yourself is vital for having the strength to change the world. You can follow Reshma on Twitter and Instagram @ReshmaSauj…

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The Bravery of Young People (ft. John King Jr.) 35:08

4y ago35:08

35:08

What can we learn about bravery from young people? Turns out a whole lot. Reshma sits down with former Secretary of Education and CEO of The Education Trust John King Jr. to discuss the moral clarity of youth, the need to rethink how we teach American History, and how education leaders need to demand equitable education during the pandemic. You can…

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Using Bravery To Strengthen Our Sisterhood (ft. Ann Friedman) 37:41

4y ago37:41

37:41

How can we use bravery to strengthen our friendships? Reshma sits down with Ann Friendman, co-author of Big Friendship: How We Keep Each Other Close, for a discussion about deepening our friendships, maintaining and making new connections during COVID times, and going into business with your friends. Girls Who Code is currently celebrating Day of T…

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Bravery In Space (ft. Christina Koch and Jenna Arnold) 43:03

4y ago43:03

43:03

NASA Astronaut Christina Koch has an inspiring conversation with Reshma about how to avoid being held back by fear, the challenges and wonders of going to space, and the importance of sisterhood. Plus, Reshma interviews Jenna Arnold, an organizer of the National Women's March about her new book: Raising Our Hands: How White Women Can Stop Avoiding …

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The Bravery To Ask For Help (ft. Soledad O’Brien) 30:29

4y ago30:29

30:29

Soledad O’Brien joins Reshma for a dynamic conversation about asking for the things you need, navigating fraught workplace dynamics, and how to bounce back after a disappointing setback. This conversation is part of a speaker series for the Girl Who Code Summer Immersion Program. You can follow Reshma on Twitter and Instagram @ReshmaSaujani or join…

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The Bravery to Make Space (ft. Hillary Rodham Clinton) 36:12

4y ago36:12

36:12

Reshma sits down with her mentor, former Secretary of State and Democratic nominee Hillary Rodham Clinton to discuss her career, what she's learned along the way, and give advice to other ambitious women. This conversation is part of a speaker series for the Girl Who Code Summer Immersion Program. You can follow Reshma on Twitter and Instagram @Res…

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The Bravery of Educators (ft. Dr. Jill Biden) 27:14

4y ago27:14

27:14

On this week's episode, Reshma sits down with Dr. Jill Biden to talk about the challenges of virtual education, the teachers she admires going above and beyond for their students during the pandemic, and how much she loves the one-of-a-kind community you find in a classroom. This conversation is part of a speaker series for the Girl Who Code Summer…

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Bravery and Black Women in Tech (ft. Dr. Robbie Melton) 26:50

4y ago26:50

26:50

It would be harder to be brave without the pioneers who came before and created more space for us to thrive. Reshma sits down with one such pioneer, Dr. Robbie Melton, to learn about her work with Apple to bring more coding and creativity resources to Historically Black Colleges and Universities, her passion for empowering young people to shape the…

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Breaking Free From Perfection During COVID (ft. Melinda Gates) 24:43

4y ago24:43

24:43

It's hard to let go of perfection at this time where it often feels like we have little control over our lives, but being kind to yourself is even more important during these difficult times. This week, Reshma sits down with Melinda Gates of the Gates Foundation for a conversation about being brave during a pandemic, diversity in tech, and standing…

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How Isha Clarke is Organizing Youth for Climate Justice - Episode Swap with Inflection Point 35:07

4y ago35:07

35:07

Brave, Not Perfect is sharing an episode from Inflection Point with Lauren Schiller this week highlighting a young climate activist fighting to save our planet. Isha Clarke is an activist with Youth vs Apocalypse. You may know her from a viral video where she asked Senator Dianne Feinstein to move the Green New Deal forward; she helped organize the…

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Rising Together Through Sisterhood (ft. Bozoma Saint John) 39:47

4y ago39:47

39:47

We can all rise higher by lifting each other up and developing relationships where we invest in and support one another. This week, Reshma talks with Bozoma Saint John about the importance of sisterhood. The two discuss important moments when sisterhood supported them, how the values of sisterhood are being used to signal boost the voices of Black …

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Getting Brave About Anti-Racist Parenting (ft. Tabitha St. Bernard-Jacobs) 35:32

4y ago35:32

35:32

What does it mean to be an anti-racist parent? And what can we do to teach our kids to commit to the fight against systematic racism? Reshma sits down with activist and fashion entrepreneur Tabitha St. Bernard-Jacobs to talk about committing to bringing anti-racist practices into our homes and teaching them to the next generation. Support the Black…

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Falling In Love With Yourself (ft. Keah Brown) 32:16

4y ago32:16

32:16

Loving ourselves when the world tells us to hate so many parts of ourselves is a radical act. In this episode, Reshma sits down with writer and disability advocate Keah Brown to discuss her journey to falling in love with herself. Keah, author of The Pretty One: On Life, Pop Culture, Disability, and Other Reasons to Fall in Love with Me, opens up a…

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Putting Yourself First (ft. Jameela Jamil) 30:38

4y ago30:38

30:38

It's time to let go of shame and put yourself first. In this episode, Reshma sits down with actor and activist Jameela Jamil for a conversation about the movement against shame, setting boundaries to protect yourself, and the power of sharing your story with the world. Content Notice: In this episode Jameela mentions recovering from an eating disor…

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Getting Brave with The Twitter Rabbi (ft. Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg) 34:02

4y ago34:02

34:02

Vote for Brave, Not Perfect in The Webby Awards! bit.ly/BNPWEBBYS In this episode, Reshma has a conversation with Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg about what it means to be a spiritual leader on the internet, what poop has to do with faith, and fighting back against sexism that's entrenched in so many religious traditions. : Plus, Reshma answers the question…

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Exciting News for Brave, Not Perfect! 0:51

4y ago0:51

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Help Brave, Not Perfect win Best Lifestyle Podcast in The Webby Awards by casting your vote now! https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2020/podcasts/general-series/lifestyle --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message

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Leading A Non-Profit During A Pandemic (ft. Dr. Tarika Barrett) 37:13

4+ y ago37:13

37:13

Reshma has an honest conversation about brave and innovative leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic with Dr. Tarika Barrett, Chief Operating Officer of Girls Who Code. How does the organization support girls during the crisis? Why is virtual learning far from an ideal solution? How is the organization showing bravery and adapting in this crisis? P…

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Realizing the Collective Political Power of Women (ft. Cecile Richards) 41:22

4+ y ago41:22

41:22

Reshma sits down with one of her personal heroes, Cecile Richards, for a compelling conversation about women's political power in this episode of Brave, Not Perfect. Cecile opens up about the bravery of stepping down as head of Planned Parenthood, co-founding Supermajority to empower women, and making lasting change in a system that was set up to k…

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Love is Vulnerability is BRAVERY (ft. Cameron Esposito) 40:22

4+ y ago40:22

40:22

On this week’s episode, Reshma sits down with comedian Cameron Esposito to talk bravery and relationships. They confront staying true to who you are, where embarrassment really comes from, and the challenges of marginalized relationships. Plus, Reshma answers the questions you've been sending in at the end of the show. You can tell Reshma your Brav…

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Beyond Body Positivity (ft. Jessamyn Stanley) 29:53

4+ y ago29:53

29:53

Are you ready to get brave about your fitness and health? Reshma gets real with Jessamyn Stanley, a body-positivity advocate and yoga teacher. They discuss yoga, cultural appropriation, why body positivity isn't enough, and overcoming shame about their bodies. Plus, Reshma answers the questions you've been sending in at the end of the show. You can…

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