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Ennui Talk is a talk show podcast hosted by Matthew Winter and a rotating lineup of co-hosts from the Ennui team, bringing you their weekly dose of unfiltered discussions and captivating stories. New episodes released every Monday. Get episodes early at https://www.ennui.plus.
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You already know that there are a bunch of things people talk about in pockets or completely avoid. Things that may be controversial or uncomfortable but we need to get them off our chest. During "Why Don’t We Talk About This?", licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, Paula McMillan-Perez speaks with folks whose learned experiences and/or professions give way to a diverse knowledge of topics that we just aren't talking about...but should be!
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Join Simone in her discussions with thought leaders and everyday people who have found their purpose in life. Simone uncovers what their journey to finding their purpose has been, their struggles and joys of finding their unique gifts and talents and how they are using these gifts to serve others in the world. This is what Simone calls Living with Purpose. About Simone Denny Simone Denny is a qualified Life Coach, a Mind Detox practitioner, a health and wellness blogger, a yoga teacher and t ...
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Join gak as he explores music from the movies, tunes from television and any other cinematic source, along with atmospheric pieces, cutting edge new tracks and strange old goodies that could be used in a soundtrack to be. The spotlight swings widely to encompass composers, genres and other categories, but all in the name of discovery and ironclad whimsy.
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In this episode, we dive into the challenges faced by those who feel too restless for traditional meditation practices. Inspired by a recent question from a workshop attendee, I explore how high-energy personalities and those who struggle with restlessness can still cultivate mindfulness and self-awareness without having to sit in stillness.We ofte…
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Paula discusses the emotion of fear, emphasizing its impact on our mental and physical health. She defines fear, and shares information associated with the fight, flight, freeze, fawn responses, and the impact of prolonged fear. can lead to negative health effects, including anxiety, depression, and cardiovascular issues. Paula suggests strategies …
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Paula discusses the emotion of sadness, emphasizing its early development in infancy and its role in organizing behavioral responses. She highlights the challenges of expressing sadness, advises exploring acknowledging feelings, and the importance of identifying trusted individuals to confide in among other supportive strategies. Follow us on Insta…
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In this deeply reflective episode, we explore the profound power of discomfort and how leaning into it can lead to significant personal growth. Inspired by my own journey of sharing vulnerable truths in a previous episode, I delve into the surprising lessons I learned about discomfort, especially in how we receive care and support from others.I dis…
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In this episode, I dive deep into my personal journey through one of the most challenging periods of my life—navigating perimenopause while dealing with various stressors. This episode is raw, real, and a bit vulnerable as I share stories I've never spoken about publicly before. But I believe in the power of storytelling to heal, connect, and offer…
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Paula discussed the complexities of anger and its various expressions, triggers, and cultural influences. She emphasized the importance of identifying the underlying causes of anger to manage it effectively and, highlighted the negative consequences of unmanaged anger on one's well-being, relationships, and overall quality of life. Follow us on Ins…
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Paula McMillan-Perez discusses the French word 'Ennui,' as an emotion. She explains the differences between ennui and boredom, and the differences between a deeper issue like depression. Paula emphasizes the importance of recognizing and naming emotions like ennui to help individuals feel seen and understood. She also provides strategies for manage…
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In this episode, we explore the four main reasons people resist deeper healing work, even when they recognize its importance. We discuss the discomfort of confronting past pain, the allure of staying in familiar patterns, the subtle payoffs of avoiding change, and the deep-seated belief of unworthiness that often hinders self-investment.Through my …
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Episode Highlights:Welcome back to the podcast! Today is an exciting day because the doors to my Living with Purpose group coaching program are open. This program only opens once a year, so if you've been curious, now is the time to join. The doors close this weekend, and I can't wait to work with an intimate group of women on their journey to find…
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Paula explores the concept of nostalgia, discussing its definition, positive and negative aspects, and influence on collective memory. She highlights the importance of balancing positive and negative experiences as well as leveraging nostalgia as a coping mechanism for trauma and significant life changes. Paula shares her experiences of feeling nos…
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In this episode, we dive into the common yet often overlooked feeling of ennui—the sense of listlessness and dissatisfaction that can creep into our lives, leaving us feeling tired, bored, and unmotivated. Inspired by the new character in Inside Out 2, we'll explore practical strategies to help you overcome this "meh" feeling and reignite your pass…
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Paula explores the complex emotion of envy, defining it and its differences with jealousy. She examines the negative impact of envy on mental health and various relationships. Paula also delves into the various forms of envy and their impact on motivation and self-esteem, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing these feelings to ov…
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Episode Summary:We’re just past the halfway point of the year. This is the perfect moment to decide: do we let our goals slide, or do we reset our energy and realign with what truly matters to us?Why a Mid-Year Review Matters:A mid-year review allows us to pause and reflect on the journey so far. It’s about recognizing both the hard parts and the s…
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Paula provides an overview of Anxiety and how it affects both adults and adolescents in the US, with gender differences in prevalence. She explores some factors contributing such as social exclusion, bullying, family dynamics, trauma, and personal factors as well as practical strategies for addressing anxiety at any level. U.S Anxiety Data Follow u…
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Paula explores challenges faced by youth in accessing summer engagement and programs due to financial constraints, transportation issues, or other factors as well as the impact of summer break on mental health, including anxiety and disrupted daily routines. She emphasizes the importance of engaging in meaningful conversations with youth, particula…
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Whitley explores personal experiences with racial trauma in predominantly white institutions, addresing microagressions and navigating the importance of creating spaces for black women to validate experiences. She also speaks about the value of finding healing in their shared struggles, while also acknowledging the intersections of racial trauma wi…
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Claire shares personal experiences and professional insights on grief and trauma with Paula while also emphasizing the importance of authenticity, empathy, and holistic healing approaches. She discussed the challenges of supporting clients through their grief journeys and the need for shared understanding as well as the importance of prioritizing s…
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In today's show, I share my own personal ritual I do using Internal Family Systems (IFS) work. If you are looking for rituals to connect with yourself and gain greater self-awareness, self-compassion and self-connection, tune in and take a listen.www.simonedenny.mefacebook.com/simonedennycoachinginstagram.com/simonedennycoachingsimone@simonedenny.m…
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Paula explores some themes that can impact parents as they work to connect with teens, including navigating emotional experiences and difficult interactions. She highlights the challenges of parenting in the digital age, emphasizing the need to find a balance between using tech and personal interaction while also cultivating safe and non-judgementa…
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Shell speaks passionately about her journey of impact to enhance understanding and working with individuals with ADHD in a way that acknowledges their strengths and areas in need of improvement all while providing tailored support for their career development. Guest Bio: Trained by Richard Bolles, author of What Color Is Your Parachute?, with a Mas…
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Have you ever noticed how some weeks you’re in a flow state, effortlessly getting things done, while other weeks your mind is constantly task-switching like a clown with too many balls in the air?As a coach, I'm passionate about helping people be intentional about where they put their energy and attention each day, week, and beyond. Personally, I'v…
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Elana candidly shares the challenges and opportunities faced by social workers in their careers, particularly those who have pursued non-traditional paths, identifies the importance of creativity, self-awareness and resourcefulness as well as additional ways that emerging social workers can access support and resources to find joy and grounding on …
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Want to experience greater growth and quality of life? Then look at the questions you ask yourself, especially when comparing to others. Theodore Roosevelt said, “Comparison is the theft of joy.” This is concerning, considering most of us spend hours scrolling and comparing our lives with the lives of others online, often unconsciously.How much joy…
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Urmi speaks candidly with Paula about menstrual stigma, its cultural and societal roots as well as personal experiences as a Muslim woman. She emphasizes the importance of education and open discussion as well as creating access and celebration to increase empowerment and decrease shame. Urmi Hossain is Bengali by blood and Italian by birth. She wo…
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This morning I had the great pleasure of being interviewed by the fabulous Lysa Black on the Feminine Rebellion. I share my personal story about going through midlife, hitting rock bottom and how I navigated this challenging yet awakening time through deep inner work and compassion. We talk:Leaning into our personal evolutionShifting from hate to c…
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Dr. O speaks candidly about the connections she made during her own reproductive journey to closing the gap through research & education for emerging social workers. Guest Bio: Dr. Olymphia O’Neale-White, also known as Dr. O, is not your average professional. With a passion for education, public speaking, professional development, and advocacy, Dr.…
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Amelia connects their love of learning, social work practice and research passion to their doctoral studies by not only exploring the needs of multi-racial families but developing a framework for clinicians working with this population. Guest Bio: Amelia is a licensed clinical social worker who leads a small NYC based group practice, Amanecer Couns…
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In the coaching/therapy space that I work in, self-awareness is often heralded to be the key to personal growth and fulfilment. Self-awareness researcher Tasha Eurich discovered that 95% of people believe they are self-aware, however, only 12–15% possess both high internal and external self-awareness (I spoke about Tasha Eurich’s archetypes previou…
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Toshi speaks candidly about themes in her mental health journey, ways that the arts supported her ability to express herself and how this not only motivated her to become co-founder of Midnight Comics but also ignited her passion to bring comics to youth in school settings. Guest Bio: Toshi J. was born in Long Island, New York, and studied theater …
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Marina shares how her curiosity begun about A.I, what she has learned and how she has shifted into educating others about how it can be used an not just an application but an opportunity to affect change in the social work profession. Guest Bio: Dr. Badillo-Diaz is an experienced school administrator and counseling director with a demonstrated hist…
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Paula sheds some light on the cyberattack on Change Healthcare which took place on February 21, 2024 effectively crippling the many necessary processes of our national healthcare system, how it has impacted patients and providers, the alleged parties behind the attack and several things that we should now consider in the wake of this attack. Resour…
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Justin shares a notable shift in the misdiagnosis of Bipolar Disorder in Women, some possible root causes of this trend, contributing factors that impact women, and what mental health providers and the public can do to address it. Guest Bio: Justin is a licensed clinical social worker, content creator, and therapist for neurodivergent people, speci…
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Carolyn shares her social work journey from her beginnings in child welfare, pride in her Bronx upbringing and its pivotal role in her practice as well as how she accessed support along the way. Guest Bio: Carolyn's social work journey began since a young age while growing up in the Bronx. She was a recipient of the UFT scholarship and attended SUN…
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Mallorie speaks about pivoting her work to serving nuerodiverse children and their parents as well as some tips and tricks she has picked up along the way to support the creation of what safe spaces look like within these communities. Guest Bio: Mallorie Rodgers, MA, LPC is a therapist based in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas who has dedicated her career …
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For years, I eagerly engaged in the ritual of setting goals and intentions. There's something magical about envisioning a new future, filled with excitement and anticipation. Yet, despite my enthusiasm, I often found myself a year later with the same aspirations, not feeling like I had shifted the needle as much as I had wanted, and sometimes not a…
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Matt and Ben come together in the Ennui HQ for a Valentine’s Day special, discussing Matt being a selfless lover, roleplaying through Ben meeting Matt’s new GF, pretending to be a “footy fan”, and what Matt looks for in a woman. Get episodes early and more at ⁠⁠⁠ennui.plus⁠⁠⁠. Join our community at ⁠⁠⁠ennui.gg⁠⁠⁠.…
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Matt and Chris come together in the Ennui HQ to celebrate 250 episodes of the show, discussing how we’ve never missed a week of the podcast, how to not be cyberbullied, getting blackmailed into becoming a femboy, and understanding why it’s called a “for you page” on TikTok. Also, an internet legend (and lolcow) gives Ennui a special message for the…
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Julie shares her journey of learning and discovery in seeking out her birth parents, navigating informational and governmental hurdles, and creating spaces for others in the adoptee community. Guest Bio: Julie Ryan McGue is an American writer, a domestic adoptee, and an identical twin. She explores the topics of finding out who you are, where you b…
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Matt and Ben come together in the Ennui HQ to celebrate Ben’s birthday, discussing Ben going to see Pink and the Jonas Brothers, the legend that is Salman Kahn, how shopping at Uniqlo is not cultural appropriation, and a special message from one of Ben’s biggest influences. Get episodes early and more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠ennui.plus⁠⁠⁠⁠. Join our community at ⁠⁠…
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Ancy speaks with Paula about her discoveries regarding self-worth, how it is intertwined with our mental wellness, and how we can work to improve it at any age. Upcoming Event: reTreat, reLearn, reVitalize: A Weekend for NYC School Social Workers & Counselors Friday, March 1st - Sunday, March 3rd Stony Point, NY For more information visit: https://…
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Matt and Chris come together in the Ennui HQ to discuss how watching wrestling and collecting watches are just as nerdy as each other, Matt’s secret surgery, when our fans created a terrible burger meme in 2021, why only the money-chasing YouTubers are the ones retiring, and Chris being obsessed with Australian’s “best comedian” Hughesy. Get episod…
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In this follow-up episode, Antonia responds to questions she received based on her first appearance on the show where she spoke about her journey of self-discovery as the primary caretaker of her husband and son while navigating their disabilities away from home. Guest Bio: Antonia is Puerto Rican from the Bronx, now in rural Texas with her disable…
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Matt and Ben come together in the Ennui HQ to discuss the downfall of South Park, how Ben would help Matt not give off gay vibes, Sam Hyde’s Fishtank reality series, Ben hating Matt’s singing voice, Ben hating theatre kids, and a bunch of Ben’s hot takes. Get episodes early and more at ⁠⁠ennui.plus⁠⁠. Join our community at ⁠⁠ennui.gg⁠⁠.…
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In this episode, Marci Grossman shares a taste of her 30+ years of experience as a CPA and why she shifted her focus to follow her passion. Guest Bio: Marci is a CPA with over 30 years of experience working with people and businesses on their financial information. I've recently changed my focus to follow my passion and as a financial literacy educ…
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Matt and Ben come together in the Ennui HQ to discuss their opposing views on running a business, old school TV comedians vs TikTok comedians, Ben comparing Matt to Nathan Fielder’s cuck teacher on The Curse, Matt’s terrible sense of dress, and figuring out why Stephen Hawking was visiting that island. Get episodes early and more at ⁠ennui.plus⁠. J…
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