Best Blurred Box Podcasts (2024)

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Season 3 Episode 2: Recap and Our Thoughts on Omicron 29:14

2+ y ago29:14

29:14

In our latest episode, Sophie, Clifford, and Lily join back to give a recap of their fall semester, their thoughts on college applications, and then dive deep into their thoughts on Omicron, the most recent COVID-19 variant. They discussed the outlook of Omicron for the rest of spring and upcoming fall semesters, how COVID has impacted our lives an…

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Season 3 Episode 1: Welcome Back! 21:39

3y ago21:39

21:39

It’s been a long journey, and we have lost some familiar faces: we’re saying goodbye to Chloe, Pooja, and Andrew, and we wish them the best in all of which they pursue. However, we're excited to start a new chapter! Joining us this season is returning hosts: Sophie and Clifford, but we're also welcoming our new co-host: Lily. Tune in for this episo…

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Saying Goodbye to Chloe, Pooja, and Andrew (Special Episode) 39:16

3y ago39:16

39:16

For our Season 2 Finale episode, we say farewell to our beloved co-hosts, Chloe Isabella Tsang, Pooja Kalyan, and Andrew Cramer, as they depart high school and start their new chapter in college. We reflect on our year, reminisce on the season, and hear from our '21 graduates first-hand. Join Sophie and Clifford in a few weeks for an all-new Season…

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Season 2 Episode 13: Debunking Myths About Climate Change, And Is it in Our Hands, Or the Government's? (ft. Dr. Robert Stowe) 39:15

3y ago39:15

39:15

In our latest episode, we welcome a special guest, Dr. Robert Stowe, executive director of the Harvard Environmental Economics Program, and co-director of the Harvard Project on Climate Agreements. He helps us debunk common myths and preconceptions regarding climate change, and tackle some big questions and niche areas - is the onus on the governme…

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Season 2 Episode 12: How an Online School Head Has Been Helping Other Schools Transition to Virtual Learning (ft. Dr. Tomohiro Hoshi) 35:55

3+ y ago35:55

35:55

COVID-19 has thrown our education system into chaos, and many B&M schools had to move to online learning. However, Stanford OHS has been doing virtual learning for almost a decade now, so listen in on this episode as the crew converses with Stanford OHS's principal, Dr. Tomohiro Hoshi. He gives insight into how OHS has helped other schools with vir…

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Season 2 Episode 11: A College Counsellor's Advice on College Applications During COVID (ft. Dr. Lips) 38:30

3+ y ago38:30

38:30

The season of college applications for the Class of 2021 is now over, and we bring back one of our previous guests to reflect on the journey. How do you navigate the college process with the changes COVID has brought? Is it easier or harder now than ever? This episode sees the crew grilling the head of college counselling at Stanford Online High Sc…

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Season 2 Episode 10: Giving Student Voices the Platform to Be Heard? Plus, Introducing our Newest Co-Host! 35:08

3+ y ago35:08

35:08

What's good about podcasts, why do we do it, and how is it different from other mediums? The group tackles these questions with the help of our newest co-host, Clifford Stowe, a fellow student at Trinity High School in NY. We delve into the importance of having student voices heard, and how recording these podcast episodes creates a platform separa…

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Season 2 Episode 9: The College Application Process and Redefining Success 43:08

3+ y ago43:08

43:08

The long college application and admissions process is slowly coming to a close for seniors, just as high school juniors start thinking about all things college-related. In this episode, seniors, Chloe, Pooja, and Andrew answer Sophie’s questions about the college application process. The team shares their unique struggles, including the difficulty…

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Season 2 Episode 8: Capitol Riot Reflections, Opinions, and Trump's Ban Everywhere 33:26

3+ y ago33:26

33:26

The Blurred Box team is back for the first episode of 2021! Starting the discussion with the most notable event so far— the Capitol Riot Fallout. We share emotions about the attack on the White House before offering differing opinions on Harris’s choice to wear a sari on Inauguration Day. Perspectives are also exchanged on the widespread ban on Tru…

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Season 2 Episode 7: The Importance of Voting, Andrew’s Play, Senioritis and ‘Finding Ourselves’ 35:04

3+ y ago35:04

35:04

The team uses the chance free from outside guests to have a catch-up conversation on their lives, the world, and 2020 in general. From hearing about Andrew taking his hand at writing a play, to our perceptions about the US Presidential Election, to our evolving experience with Senioritis, to a heartfelt conversation on identity and “finding ourselv…

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Season 2 Episode 6: The Realities of Making and Maintaining Friendships In an Online School (ft. Kiron Allen) 38:50

3+ y ago38:50

38:50

Ever wondered how online school students make friends/have friends? Interested in converting to online education or concerned about the social aspect of online school? The team invites Stanford OHS Alum, Kiron Allen, now a freshman at Santa Clara University, to join us as we explain and dissect the means of making and maintaining friendships in an …

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Season 2 Episode 5: A Personal Talk on Toxic Masculinity (ft. Sam Chachkes) 36:04

4y ago36:04

36:04

This week we dive into a deep and personal conversation on toxic masculinity. Sam Chachkes, a brick and mortar student from Trinity School in NYC, joins us as he and Andrew share their personal experiences dealing with toxic masculinity and how they cope with it. The group tosses out their thoughts on where toxic masculinity stems from, how it assi…

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Season 2 Episode 3: World Awareness and Youth Activism (ft. Anthony Rebello) 36:40

4y ago36:40

36:40

Meet high school junior and world traveler, Anthony Rebello, a passionate social activist and the executive director of the World Awareness Association. In this episode, learn how Anthony uses his platform to educate and spread awareness on a variety of modern-day topics, from indigenous rights, to LGBTQ+ exploration, to climate impact, to Black Li…

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Season 2 Episode 2: Teen Brains, Mental Health, and Black Lives Matter (ft. Shivek Narang) 35:17

4y ago35:17

35:17

Shivek Narang, the founder of OurTeenBrains, joins us for a discussion on the importance of empowering teenagers with knowledge on the inner-workings of their brains. His organization aims to teach teens and parents how to better approach and care for their mental health during their adolescence. We also touch upon the current events of police brut…

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Season 2 Episode 1: New Season, New Faces! 29:55

4y ago29:55

29:55

With our former co-host, Haven Hunt, moving on to pursue her studies at UCLA, we decided to make a new addition to the Blurred Box Team: Andrew Cramer, a senior at Trinity School in NYC! Join us as we get to know our new co-host, discuss our (somewhat out of the ordinary) summers, talk about back-to-school life, and, of course, what Season 2 has in…

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EPS 00 - Meet The Newest Member Of Our Family 38:23

4y ago38:23

38:23

Episode 00 Apa sih episode 00? Monocal Talks balik lagi setelah sempet istirahat, episode kali ini ngebahas tentang konsep baru dari MONOCAL Talks di season 2, kenapa MONOCAL Talks sempet berhenti, dan apa yang membuat Monocal Talks running lagi. Monocal Talks season 2 akan menghadirkan konsep baru yang pastinya lebih menarik dengan guest yang udh …

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14: It's Not Goodbye, Just a New Beginning 38:42

4y ago38:42

38:42

For our Season 1 Finale episode, we say farewell to our beloved co-host, Haven Hunt, as she departs high school and embarks on a new journey at UCLA! We reflect on our year, reminisce on the season, and Haven tells us about her experience coming into a new school in senior year, the lessons she's learned at OHS, and what she's excited/scared of abo…

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BONUS: Senior Special Episode for Stanford Online High School Class of 2020 30:36

4y ago30:36

30:36

In tribute to Stanford University's Online High School Seniors, the Blurred Box team has created a 'Senior Special' episode for the graduating class of 2020. We've conducted numerous interviews with graduating seniors, asking them about their OHS experience, the advice they have for their fellow underclassmen, a departing message they have for thei…

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13: Advocacy and Health Inequity During COVID-19 (ft. Fatima Rahim) 40:09

4y ago40:09

40:09

Fatima Rahim, a Stanford OHS alum, joins us for an in-depth discussion about her journey in advocacy. During this current time of injustice, advocacy is more important than ever, so Fatima talks to us about the issues she's passionate about to help us better understand the impact that activism can bring, and also shares her advice on how people can…

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12: On The Socio-Economic Impact of COVID-19 (ft. Mr. Bruce Brege) 46:54

4y ago46:54

46:54

Mr. Bruce Brege, the Division Head of Mathematics at Stanford's Online High School, joins us for a discussion on the socio-economic impact of COVID-19. During this pandemic, we forget about the economic crisis ensuing alongside the current health crisis, and so Mr. Brege helps us understand the socio-economic background and its impact on society du…

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11: Women's Rights, Law and Uniforms (ft. Dr. Kristina Zarlengo) 39:56

4y ago39:56

39:56

Dr. Kristina Zarlengo, the Division Head of English at Stanford OHS, shares her unique background in law and how she transitioned from a career as a Lawyer to her current career in education. She gives us some unique insight into our discussion on how the role of women has changed over time, from which we touch upon topics such as the MeToo movemen…

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10: An Alum Catch-up & Finland's Gender Parity Landscape (ft. Aino Alkio) 46:35

4y ago46:35

46:35

A Stanford OHS Alum from the Class of 2019, Aino Alkio, is a dedicated student-athlete hailing from Finland - she catches us up on what she has been up to since graduating high school and her plans for the future. Aino also gives us some insight into how gender equality is like in her home country (Finland) and how that differs from the rest of the…

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9: Black Representation in Hollywood (ft. Marie Tagbo) 31:02

4+ y ago31:02

31:02

Marie Tagbo, an actress and Youtube personality, joins our discussion on affirmative action and representation of black women in Hollywood, and how ethnicity, as a whole, plays a role in the acting industry. We talk about the impact of Marvel's Black Panther, Halle Bailey taking on the role of the Little Mermaid, and talks of Idris Elba playing Jam…

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8: Affirmative Action in Higher Education (ft. Dr. Adam Lips) 42:08

4+ y ago42:08

42:08

Dr. Adam Lips, Director of College Counselling in Stanford OHS, joins us for a discussion on affirmative action in higher education not only in the US but how it differs across the rest of the world. We also share our thoughts on schools that are now going 'test-optional' and how online schools fit into affirmative action. Dr. Lips then gives risin…

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7: The Current Digital Divide and Online Education From COVID-19 (with Dr. Tomohiro Hoshi) 31:18

4+ y ago31:18

31:18

The Head of Stanford University's Online High School, Dr. Tomohiro Hoshi, joins us for a discussion on the current digital divide in education and shares his personal perspective on what can we do to bridge this divide. He offers insight into the future of our education system and sends a hopeful message during these tumultuous times, telling us "G…

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6: On the Misconceptions and Role of a Public Figure (ft. Ethan Wacker) 33:20

4+ y ago33:20

33:20

Disney Actor and Fitness Enthusiast, Ethan Wacker, is not your ordinary high school senior. He tells us about his experience acting on his Disney show, Bizaardvark, his views on the common misconceptions of public figures (particularly actors) and what the role of a public figure entails given the large platforms and audiences they hold. A surprise…

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5: An Intercultural Dialogue - Portugal vs America? (ft. Tomas Belmar) 51:36

4+ y ago51:36

51:36

Student Body President and international student at Stanford OHS, Tomas Belmar, joins us for an intercultural dialogue! He shares his perspective on what it's like being an OHS student living in Portugal, and the differences between European and American culture. Listen till the end of the episode to hear our discussion on the stereotypes associate…

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4: Toxic Masculinity and Chivalry (ft. Andras Zolyomi) 48:52

4+ y ago48:52

48:52

The girls talk to Andras Zolyomi, a fellow student at Stanford OHS, about toxic masculinity, how Disney movies implement gender stereotypes for men, and try to answer the question as to when chivalry is no longer chivalrous.

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3: Gender Equality (ft. Dr Washburn) 43:59

4+ y ago43:59

43:59

With March being Women’s History Month, the girls focused their discussion on gender equality and female empowerment, tying in their unique experiences as young athletes and growing women. To add to the diverse perspectives in this episode, special guest, Dr. Kathleen Washburn, shares her thoughts on the topic of gender stereotypes/discrimination a…

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2: Discussing Xenophobia Spreading Faster than the COVID -19 Virus Itself 44:06

4+ y ago44:06

44:06

The coronavirus is spreading rapidly, but is the hate spreading faster? In this episode, join Chloe, Sophie and Pooja as they dive into a discussion of the most prominent social issues, ranging from the xenophobic responses to the coronavirus to the effect of beauty standards on the female population.…

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1: Introductions and A Little About Stanford OHS 40:01

4+ y ago40:01

40:01

Chloe Isabella Tsang, Haven Hunt, Sophie Mansoor and Pooja Kalyan dive into the first episode of Blurred Box, introducing themselves and talking about what it’s like being at Stanford University Online High School.

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Eps 04 | JELLA ARTISAN KITCHEN : Looking for the right taste 1:02:18

5+ y ago1:02:18

1:02:18

Akhirnya di episode ke 4 ini ada seseorang wanita cantik yang memiliki bisnis catering yang cukup besar, yaitu Nashira. Dia bercerita tentang pengalaman berbisnis semenjak duduk di bangku kuliah hingga pengalaman di masa lalu yang terbiasa aktif di malam hari, hingga akhirnya jatuh sakit dan membuka mata Nashira untuk hidup lebih sehat.…

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Eps 03 | RHYE STUDIO : Starting from blur photos until getting a big client. 36:30

5+ y ago36:30

36:30

Pada kesempatan kali ini Daniel Lorenzo sebagai Founder dari RHYE STUDIO membagi ceritanya tentang bagaimana dia membangun sebuah bisnis di bidang seni fotografi hingga pentingnya "the power of ngopi" sebagai pendekatan kepada client-clientnya.

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Eps 02 | INFO PENSI : Which one more important, value or money for a new business? 1:08:52

5+ y ago1:08:52

1:08:52

Pada episode kali ini Ardi bercerita tentang awal dia membangun sebuah media yang ingin mengangkat terus dunia Pensi dan permusikan di indonesia, yaitu @info_pensi. Ardi membangun info pensi ini bukan hanya untuk menjadi sebuah media semata, tetapi untuk mengumpulkan data penyelenggara pentas seni/acara. Data yang di dapat bisa di olah dan di jual …

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Eps 01 | NAMA STUDIOS : Think outside the box or inside the box? 1:10:23

5+ y ago1:10:23

1:10:23

@Firhanhartani & @anantateuku berkunjung kesalah satu brand lokal yang cukup menarik perhatian karena metode pembayaran Pre Order yaitu @namastudios. Di episode pertama ini akan lebih membahas perjalanan bisnis di awal berdiri hingga membahas pentingnya mengatur waktu saat muda agar hidup lebih produktif dan tidak mudah menyerah.…

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Eps 00 (pilot) INTRODUCTION : Why we do a podcast? 21:56

5+ y ago21:56

21:56

MONOCAL Talks adalah sebuah podcast yang dimana akan menceritakan tentang apa yang ada di balik layar suatu bisnis, alasan utama kami membuat podcast ini adalah untuk menjadi pembelajaran dan gambaran bagi yang ingin menjadi seorang Entrepreneur. Hosted by @firhanhartani & @anantateuku.