COVID Talks

Tim and Kim play a "This or That" game. Special guest Jake Gaydos joins for an extended interview about the affect of COVID-19 on family-owned restaurants, working in marketing for a hospital, his own life transitions during the pandemic, and how the power of community support has put human resilience on full display.

Tim and Kim play a 'would you rather' game. Special guest Abin Thannickal joins for an extended interview about his experience distributing the COVID-19 vaccine and shares insight about current events on both a global and local level. From farmers protesting in India to the anti-Asian hate crimes that have continued to increase in the States, Abin provides us with a wealth of information. Resources:  https://www1.nyc.gov/site/cchr/community/stop-asian-hate.page  https://compassioninoakland.org

Tim and Kim discuss the recent tragedies caused by extreme winter weather in the southern United States. Special guest Cassie Stern joins us for an extended interview. As suggested by the episode title, (a reference to the Billy Idol and Generation X song) being a professional dancer has looked a lot different in the time of the pandemic. Cassie shares about the impact COVID has had on her career, quarantining in NYC and more.

Tim and Kim talk about what's inspiring them as of late. Special guest Puja Thomas joins for an extended interview about working from home during the pandemic and taking care of your mental health.

Tim and guest-host Kim answer a WNRS question. Special guest Brandee Williams joins for an extended interview about teaching remotely at the college level and making space for creativity.

Tim and guest-host Kim discuss mental health in the time of the pandemic. Special guest Matt Anastasi joins for an extended interview about working with students and writing as a form of healing.

Tim discusses mental health in the time of the pandemic. Special guest Karan Marwah joins for an extended interview and shares his music.

Eydid and Tim discuss the attack on the US Capitol building and the impacts of medical racism. With special guest Akachi Ajiere.

Eydid and Tim discuss mental health in the time of the pandemic and break down their top 5 songs of 2020.

Eydid and Tim discuss mental health in the time of the pandemic. With special guest Sam Lawyer.

Introducing Covid Talks! Eydid Ali and Tim Foley discuss mental health during the pandemic, with a dash of pop culture and current events.