Lana takes a break from the cameras and speaks freely on anything that comes to her mind. Similar to the Lana Blakely YouTube channel, she continues to openly reflect on some of the many thoughts and feelings that are common to the human experience. New episodes every Tuesday.
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Life is a series of experiences and we're just making sense of that as we go along. That is what I'm doing here, one conversation at a time.
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It's scary how much I'm becoming like my parents. | #026
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Why so many YouTubers are quitting right now | #024
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How & why I failed to write a book | #023
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Has Mr. Beast Ruined YouTube? – Max Reisinger | #022
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How To Figure Out What You Want In Life – Alex (French Guy Cooking) | #021
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Damon Dominique: Non-Monogamy, Soul Mates, Dating & Plagiarism | #020
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Lana Blakely: Navigating Loneliness in Your 20s | #019
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The Danger of Blindly Following What Your Parents & Society Are Telling You | #018
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The following is a conversation that will provoke and, perhaps, unsettle some of you. With my friend George Poulos, we explore the perils of anchoring your self-worth on personal achievements and how operating like this is ingrained in us from a young age. We also explore the deeper meaning of crisis and what it can teach you about life. Whether yo…
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The Joys and Struggles of Moving to Paris - Moya Mawhinney | #017
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The following is a conversation with moya mawhinney, a vlogger based in Paris. We discussed the challenges and magic of moving to and living in Paris amongst other things. This was a different kind of podcast episode where we were having breakfast at the same time, it’s more of a “hang with us” kind of experience, I suggest grabbing something to dr…
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Why Dating is a Nightmare Nowadays – Elena Taber | #016
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The way we date has gone through a massive transformation in the 21st century. Beauty standards are being challenged. I discussed all of this and more with my friend Elena Taber, a YouTuber based in New York City. I thought we could have an interesting discussion about all of this considering she is considerably above average woman height and I am …
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How Quitting YouTube Changed His Life: Matt on Leaving Yes Theory | #015
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Matt Dahlia (formerly known as Matt Dajer) is one of the founding members of Yes Theory, a YouTube channel and community centered around seeking discomfort. After years of adventures and growing their community into millions of subscribers, Matt left both Yes Theory and social media in general. We explore his reasons for doing so and where he is at…
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Annemarie Opens Up On What Really Happened with Ur Mom’s House | #014
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Hi! The following is a conversation with my friend Annemarie, a lifestyle YouTuber and podcaster. She was 1 of the 4 original members of a content house based in New York called Ur Mom’s House, documenting their lives as roommates and vloggers. So I had a conversation with Annemarie about her perspective on things, what’s she’s learned and where sh…
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Johnny Harris Addresses His Online Criticism & Tricky Mormon Past | #013
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Johnny Harris is an Emmy-award winning journalist known for his incredible work on his self-named channel as well as with Vox and the New York Times. You can check it out here. We discussed him leaving the Mormon church, identity, journalism, online criticism & what it takes to make it. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 00:48 – The "Johnny" Effect 05:36 – W…
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An Emotional Conversation With My Dad On Our Relationship | #012
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Be the first to know when my post-production masterclass is available → www.fxfcourse.com Check out my Dad’s channel. This is a conversation with my dad where we discuss growing apart and the tensions that appeared in our relationship as I was becoming an adult, and how we’ve overcome those tensions to become close again. My hope, in sharing this c…
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My Most Uncomfortable Experience with an Airbnb Host | #011
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How Jack Edwards Became the King of BookTube | #010
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My guest today is Jack Edwards, one of the biggest names in the world of "BookTube." Booktube and Booktok and the nicknames given to the community that has developed on YouTube and Tiktok around books, book reviews and culture connecting to and stemming from them. We discussed his rise on YouTube, the value of Shorts, Twitter and online discourse a…
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The Dark Side of My Obsession with Winning | #009
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I’m very competitive. I always have been, and it troubles me because it sometimes leads me to act in a way that doesn’t align with what I know to be good for me. My competitive side can push me to overcommit in the short term and exhaust myself in the long term. It can also take me away from the joy I feel in doing things at my own pace and in my o…
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How to make a living as an artist (without selling your soul) - Alex Hillkurtz | #008
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Alex Hillkurtz is an American professional watercolor painter. He moved to Paris 7 years ago and has dedicated himself to his paintings after a career stretching decades in Hollywood (primarily storyboarding). You can check out his work here. & his Instagram. This became a bit of a philosophical conversation about art and creativity, age and compar…
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I struggle with worrying (all the time). | #007
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Online Criticism, Finding Your Tribe, Searching for Meaning – Tommy from Yes Theory | #006
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Tommy Dajer is the lead editor and a core member of Yes Theory, a channel that has grown to have more than 8 million subscribers. Check out Tommy's Instagram Yes Theory Seek Discomfort ~~~~~~~ My Newsletter 🍦 Support this podcast by shopping Cœur. My instagram Check out this podcast on YouTube The subreddit for this podcast…
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Why Seeking External Validation is a Recipe for Disaster | #005
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Popularity. It seems to matter in the world that we live in but how much should we treat it as something that matters? My Newsletter 🍦 Support this podcast by shopping Cœur. My instagram Check out this podcast on YouTube The subreddit for this podcast
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Carla Morrison: How to follow your inner voice | #004
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My guest today is my friend Carla Morrison. She's received 2 Grammy nominations & won 3 Latin Grammies. At the height of success, she burnt out, and went on a fascinating journey of rediscovering what she loves. This conversation touches on burnout, immigrant mindset & learning to listen to your inner voice. Get tickets to see Carla perform on her …
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My 20s are not going according to plan | #003
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Here's the deal: I'm not doing a very great job of predicting my future. Life does a great job of throwing curveballs but fortunately, I have the gift of hindsight to begin to stitch together certain trends I'm noticing in how my 20s are going, and these are the conclusions that I'm coming to. Support this podcast by shopping Cœur. My instagram My …
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I Was Born in a Country That Doesn’t Feel Like Home - Bartholomew Joyce | #002
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The truth is, I have never felt fully culturally connected to the country where I was born (the United States). I feel very lucky to have been born there and to have grown up there, but I've always felt like I didn't belong. This has led to a lifelong search for a place that brings a feeling of belonging that I didn't have. In this podcast, I conve…
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Welcome to No Backup Plan, The Podcast | #001
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Hello! I'm so excited to be launching this new podcast I'm calling No Backup Plan. In this episode, I explain what you can expect, my motives for making this decision, and my general excitement about where this can lead. Thank you for listening. :) Please consider subscribing and giving this pod a 5-star review so others might check it out! Check o…
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31: Social media addiction & enjoying your youth (last episode)
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I've become addicted to mindless scrolling on social media, and I'm feeling particularly nostalgic this week.
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30: Stop seeking for the life you want and start creating it instead
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I've spent so much time trying to "find" things in life. Finding a passion. Finding hobbies. Finding friends. Finding home. Finding a personal style. The list goes on. I don't believe any of these things are to be found. I believe they are to be created. By being curious, persistent, open-minded... More creating, less trying to find, that's somethi…
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It's easy to go from one extreme to another. In today's episode, I talk about how I went from being a shopaholic in my teens, to being a stingy minimalist who completely stopped caring about herself physically, to... who I am today.
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28: Solo travel: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
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I recently travelled alone to Paris. What's the point of going away completely alone to a foreign country? Is it safe as a female? What is important to keep in mind? In today's episode, we discuss all things solo-travel.
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27: Are humans too complicated for labels?
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Labels are everywhere. We want to belong to certain communities and groups. We want to belong, period. We also want to feel understood, both by others and by ourselves. But what are some downsides of seeking out labels?
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I asked you all to share some of your unpopular opinions on Instagram. I react to statements such as "soulmates don't exist" and "not all women want children".
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"What makes a good friend?" is something we've all thought about at some point. Initially, the answer to that question seems rather straightforward. But is it really that simple? In today's episode, Lana covers some of the "red flags" as well as some "green flags" that may be good to keep an eye on.
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25: I give you advice on friendship, dating and finding your path in life
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Is your early 20s the time to take risks? How do you deal with friends who can't be happy for you? Should you reach out to an old crush? In today's episode, I give you some friendly advice on friendship, love, finding your path in life and more.
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I recently went to abroad, and it was my first time travelling since the pandemic started. On the flight home, I started thinking about comfort zones, and how easy it is to let comfort dictate our lives. I contemplated the question "how free am I, really?".
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23: Internalized misogyny and backhanded compliments
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Is "beauty with brains" a compliment? Can a woman be girly, and be smart? In today's episode, I share some of the negative experiences I've had in the workplace and in life that relate to being a woman.
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Let's talk all things breakups.
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I sometimes wonder if I'm promoting loneliness through my videos, so in today's podcast episode, I wanted to clarify some of the statements that I've made.
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20: The qualities we admire in other people
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In this episode, Lana discusses some of the qualities she admires in other people, and more importantly, why she admires those qualities.
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19: Things that are worth the extra money
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What are some things that are worth paying premium for, and why? From kitchen supplies to hygiene products - Lana has a lot to say about this topic.
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How much should we share about crises going on around the world on social media? What's the deal with ASMR? In today's episode, Lana shares her thoughts on her recent appreciation for comedy, as well as one of her favorite topics - what it is that makes us attracted to another person.
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17: An episode to listen to when you need comfort
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This is an extra episode and was originally uploaded as a YouTube video.
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16: Let's talk about YouTube, making money and turning your passion into a job
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How much money does a YouTuber make on a video that hits 100.000 views? Why don't people like it when YouTubers create and sell products? Is turning your hobbies and passions into a job a good idea? In this episode, Lana shares her honest opinions on working as a full-time YouTuber, and some of her internal conflicts right now.…
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It's that time of the year: get a gym membership, switch up your diet and make an extensive list of how, on the first of January, you'll transform into your ideal self. In this final episode of season 1 of the podcast, Lana shares her thoughts on habits, goals and making promises to yourself.
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Recently, Lana noticed the common trend of calling people with well-behaved dogs "lucky". This got her thinking about the concept of luck, and what it actually means. Most importantly, it made her wonder whether or not we can create our own luck, and how one may go about doing that.
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Are we complicating happiness? Is our key to happiness right in front of us? In today's episode, Lana reflects back on a time when she felt genuinely happy and excited about life, and she tries to unfold why she might've felt that way.
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12: Does being authentic and living honestly matter?
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As teenagers, we often mould ourselves to fit in with others and to be accepted. Although natural and normal, is it really wise? What may the alternative be? The question then becomes, what do we have to gain from being authentic? And on the contrary, what do we have to lose by being inauthentic? All of that and more in today's episode "Does being …
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In small doses, complaining can be a way to relieve stress. In today's episode, Lana had to get some complaining off her chest, and she invites you to do the same.
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10: Spending time alone, dating, the anxiety of ageing & dealing with envy
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In today's episode, Lana answers some of your questions. She talks about how she enjoys her time alone, dating advice for introverts, the anxiety of ageing and how to deal with envying other people's achievements.
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9: Why are we so bad at consent and asking for permission?
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Is it worth reading and studying the works of Shakespeare? Is the phrase "that's just the way that I am" a valid reason to not take a closer look at ourselves and to not change certain behaviours? Lana brings you another episode consisting of highs and lows; light-hearted topics and more serious ones. She also shares a story about a not-so-serious …
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