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Takin A Break is a weekly talk and podcast show by Nick Walker and Bella Mastroianni. Nick and Bella give the inside scoop of what it REALLY means to be a college student. So lets talk about LIFE.... and college and what barely being a real adult even means. Every week we give you guys the good, the bad....and the funny. If your a guest or listener your a part of the squad! So sit back, relax...and take a break with us.

Nicholas Walker and Isabella Mastroianni


    • Aug 28, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 98 EPISODES

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    Latest episodes from Takin A Break

    Episode #89: Relax with the REWIND Podcast ft. Gabrielle

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2022 60:50


    YOOOOOOO! We have another awesome guest who actually appeared on the show once before. Gabrielle talks with just Bella this week about all things pop culture and some of the great things about her podcast. So sit back and get your friends together because it only gets better from here. Thanks for takin a break with us!!  

    Episode #88: A Scary Start For Two New Roommates ft. Jay Hellebusch

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2022 36:14


    YOOOOOOOOOO!!! Back on an EMERGENCY POD EPISODE with the new roommate, Jay! Nick city and Jay talk about some funny stories with the fresh start living with each other a log with just being a young adult. So grab some snacks, get your friends together and get ready..... because it only gets better from here! Thanks for takin a break with us. #forthepod

    Episode #87: Moving 2,064 Miles Across the Country ft. Johnny and Camille

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 42:34


    What is a better story than this....... two college graduates decide to travel across the country and live with each other. Hear about it AND more by checking it all out on episode 87. So sit back, get your friends together and GET READY because it only gets better from reading the caption. Thanks for takin a break with us! 

    Episode #86: You need a little REXLATION?!? ft. Gabe Beaver

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2022 51:31


    YOOOOOOOOO! We are back with some relaxation on the podcast as Gabe talks about some of his tips and tricks to not only destress but also how to make a great podcast with great people. So grab some friends together, get some snacks and get ready because it only gets better from here! Thanks for takin a break with us. 

    Episode #85: A 5th year of college or starting your career at 22?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 35:44


    Episode #84: THE HUNT TO EPISODE 100

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 18:12


    Yep....... you heard it here first that Takin A Break is on the hunt to its 100 episode. We got guests, special appearances and hopefully some more giveaways as we keep posting weekly episodes. So please sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. 

    Episode #83: Dropping Out Of School And Starting A Business ft. Grace McGohan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2022 34:19


    Another episode of TAKIN A BREAK PODCAST and ANOTHER amazing guest on the show. Grace Mcgohan talks about her love for her business a long with some suggestions on people who want to start a business at a young age. So sit back, get your snacks together and GET READY because it only gets better from here. Thanks for takin a break with us!

    Episode #82: An Underclassman Who Cooks?!?!? ft. Smoke and some other guest

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 25:38


    We have on another great guest, Collin Watson aka Smoke, as he talks about some of the great things coming as he transitions to being an upperclassman. He also gives a sneak peek of a new segment we will be having on the show...... so sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here! #forthepod

    Episode #81: His Story To America and Love For Soccer ft. Yemi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 35:14


    This week's episode had a slight posting delay but we have on ANOTHER great episode with Xavier student, Yemi. He talks about his story of getting to America a long with some ways he has been seeking help with his mental health. So sit back, grab some snacks and listen to an exciting episode. Thanks for takin a break with us. 

    Episode #80: Flying with Allegiant Just Hits Different

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2022 21:34


    Episode #79: Whens The Beach Concert Happening? ft. October Beach Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2022 31:52


    Episode #78: An Ex Sliding Into Her DM's ft. Maddie Dobson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2022 35:05


    We got out first podcast collab for the first time  in a while as Maddie Dobson comes on the  show to talk about her podcast "voicememoswithmads" along with her leaving Xavier her freshman year. She also brings on a hot topic that is definitely worth the listen. So sit back, get your friends together and get ready because it only gets better from here. #forthepod

    Episode #77: You see that Special Boy/Girl at the Restaurant....

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 32:13


    Episode #76: Whiskey Tango Foxtrot ft. Dom & Tristian

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2022 43:31


    WE ARE BACK with another segment of Takin A Break podcast show where Dom and Tristan talk about the fun and exciting things that second-semester seniors have to come. They also bring on a fun abbreviation that signals something special in there house ;) . So sit back, get your friends together and get ready because it only gets better from here. Thanks for takin a break with us. #forthepod

    Episode #75: A Cincinnati Local Queen ft. Jess Blocker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 28:26


    We are back with another segment of Takin's A Break  Podcast as Jess talks about her love for Keep It Cincy along with her social media. She has started her own Cincy market Instagram and has been absolutely crushing it. I don't want to take too much away from the description so sit back, get some friends together and get ready because it only gets better from here. Thanks for takin a break with us.  

    Episode #74: College Students in Shopping Carts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2022 27:31


    WE ARE BACK with another segment of your weekly Takin A Break podcast show with, Tom Shipman. He talks about some great Xavier University traditions at the greenhouse and why he didn't wanna go to a frat school. So grab some friends, get some snacks and get ready.... because it is only gonna get better from here. Thanks for takin a break with us #forthepod

    Episode #73: A Podcast Episode With Big Sports Heads ft. Michael & Andrew

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 29:32


    We are back with another great segment on Takin A Break Podcast show where we have our first podcast collaboration in a while. Michael and Andrew talk about their podcast show and about their true love for the NFL and sports in general. So sit back, take a load off and enjoy the show! Thanks for takin a break with us. #forthepod

    Episode #72: For Once We Are Cheering for D1 Bearcats

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 32:01


    WE ARE BACK with two very special guests, Alec and Bryce, to talk all things Cincinnati Football and D1 Athletes. It was just Bella this week but we dive into a little Thursday segment to get everyone prepared for the big game. (For those that don't know UC is playing Alabama this Friday in the college football playoff).  So sit back, get some football friends together and get ready because it is only gonna get better from here. Thanks for takin a break with us. #forthepod

    Three Musketeers Pod Episode #4: BIG First BIG East Win 81-70 X

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 21:52


    YEPPPPPPPP, we back with another segment of the three muskies pod where we talk all things Xavier Basketball. It was the Odom game as Xavier played great in the first big east game of the season. I don't want to take to much away from the description so sit back, relax and LETS GO X! #beatnova

    Episode #71: A Company Saving Lives ft. Zach Kane

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2021 32:52


    We are back on another segment of Takin a Break podcast show where we bring on a special Xavier senior who talks about his company, Ripple. It started off as someone who just emptied out all of his savings and now he is helping kids in Guatemala. I don't want to take too much away from the description so sit back, relax, and thanks for takin a break with us. 

    Three Musketeers Pod Episode #3: Crosstown Beatdown 83-63 X W

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 11:38


    The musketeers absolutely blowout UC for the 84th annual crosstown shootout game. We give you the good, the bad (even though there wasn't much), and everything else from the game.  So sit back, relax and  LETS GO JACK NUNGE

    The Three Musketeers Pod: Xavier vs Ball State 96-50 X

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2021 31:31


    We are back up with another segment of the three musketeers pod. We give you all the info you need for the absolute blowout against Ball State.  I don't want to take to much away from the description so  sit back, relax, and LETS GO X!

    Episode #70: Takin A Break is All For The Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2021 24:47


    That's right friends, we are all about the pod and we are so excited to finally be back on our regularly scheduled FRIDAY SHOWS. Bella and Nick catch you up about our lives and really what to expect for Takin A Break with our final semester of college coming up. So sit back, get some friends together, and relax because it only gets better from here. #forthepod 

    The Three Musketeers Pod: Xavier vs Oklahoma State, 77-71 Xavier

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 26:31


    We are bringing back takin a break podcast show with a brand new segment called " The Three Musketeers Pod" featuring Nick Walker, Bradley Bruening and Wally Lane. Great win for the muskies on Sunday 12/05 as we beat Oklahoma State 77-71! We talk about the positives,  negatives, and improvements for every Xavier game and what we thought about the musketeers. I don't want to take too much away from the description,  so sit back, relax, and LETS GO XU!

    Episode #69: ITS BEEN TWO MONTHS BUT WE BACK

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2021 14:51


    Yes...... you saw it in the title but Takin A Break is finally back and bringing weekly content that everyone can enjoy. We hope you enjoy the sneak peek of what will be coming up in the show and some of the exciting things that Bella and Nick have done since posting. I don't want to take to much away from the description, so grab some friends, get some coffee and take a break with us because it only gets better from here.

    Episode #68: Doing a Vlog at a Bar (New Season Maybe!?!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 10:19


    This week Bella and Nick do a vlog at the bar.... a short and sweet episode but also would love to hear what you guys think! I know it's been a while but Bella and Nick have been revamping the show and looking to create some new and improved content for Season 4. 

    Episode #67 (Vibeology): Don't Show Up To A Toga Party Without A Toga

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 35:32


    Yep, Mike and Nick talk all things VIBES with a little shorter episode this week. Everyone knows when the vibes are good, bad or need a change. Mike and I go in depth with really what a vibe IS and what it takes to change the vibe when its bad. It is always the worst when your at a toga party and that one person isn't wearing a toga....... So sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. 

    Episode #66: Public Bathrooms & Casino Runs ft. Sam Harrington

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 42:10


    If you know Sam, you know what this episode is gonna be like. We dive into stories about Bella not liking cheese to the true strategy Sam puts together in order to get with a girl you like at the bar. So sit back, relax, and take a break with us because it only gets better from here.

    Episode #65: Is Being a "Thing" Necessary?!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 41:42


    What's up people of the earth, we are here with another episode with just THE COHOSTS. Bella and Nick talk about questions for both the guys and the girls and really dig deep on what some of the listeners asked. So sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. 

    Episode #64: Airplane Experiences and Books ft. Brady Kraemer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 52:57


    This week we have another HUGE guest. The girlfriend, Elena Mulready, was on during the school year and we just had to have the boyfriend on this week. He talks about some crazy international airplane experiences and just his thoughts on being at a bar. So sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. 

    Sunday Chats: Lets Comprehend Whats Going On

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2021 14:20


    This week on Sunday Chat we have a nice banter on what the hell nick writes when he is at the bar. Nick has these creative ideas but no one understands what they actually mean. So help us comprehend and tell us what you think on another episode of SUNDAY CHATS! 

    Episode #63: Traditions Never Die ft. Xavier Tour Guides

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2021 35:10


    We are here with another episode of TAKIN A BREAK and another 2 incredible guests. They talk about their experience at Xavier and how you should always accept a Happy Birthday comment when you are on tour.  Pat and Jack also talk about some fun experiences they had freshman year and what they expect for the future here at Xavier. So sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. 

    Sunday Chats: [kids swim]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 13:31


    YEP! We got another episode of SUNDAY CHATSSSSSSSSSSSSS. We posted this on a Monday but still the Sunday chat vibes. Brought new content on the show as Vigg explains "your welcome notes" and we talk a little more about a TikTok page thats being started. So please sit back and enjoy some wine as we bring you a new episode of Sunday Chats. 

    Sunday Chats: Taking right shoes from Ex's

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 13:47


    We are bringing on a brand new segment on Takin A Break called SUNDAY CHATS! Mike Vigg and Nick Walker just banter for 10 Minutes about college ideas that just need to be talked about. If you want a quick break and a funny show to listen in the shower....... these are the episodes for you. So sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. This episode is sponsored by CELCIUS. Go onto Celcius.com to see all of the amazing flavors they have to offer. 

    Episode #62: College Curfews & D1 Athletes ft. James Worth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 53:03


    Episode #61: The Beer Wall Re-Invented ft. Beer Deer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 51:43


    This week we have on a special guest RYAN LUBKER, co-founder of Beer Deer USA. Hear how he made a Tiktok and turned it into a business that is very successful. He even talks about a favorite takin a break segment that everyone loves! So sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here 

    Episode #60: 10 MINUTE UPDATE FOR SUMMER 2021..... A MUST LISTEN

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 16:14


    Just a 60th episode quick update for you all for what's coming up next on the show. BIG BIG plans for the summer and we are excited to share it with you all. So make sure to get your friends together, relax and just take a damn break with us.

    Episode #59: The Cohosts Bring Back The Healthy Lifestyles

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 27:42


    Yep....... Its just Bella and Nick this week talking all things healthy. Healthy foods, different lotions and how Nick goes a little healthier with his skin.  Give it a listen and maybe take some of the lifestyle tips we have to offer. Thanks for takin a break with us!

    Episode #58: Hot Yoga After The Bars ft. Maddie Brault

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 47:13


    This week we have an AMAZING guest MADDIE BRAULT. With Bella not giving back Jordan's sweatshirt, to not letting Maddie Brault on airplane apps.... ITS A GREAT EPISODE TO LISTEN TO. So sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. 

    Episode #57: A Summer Party that Started a Relationship ft. Maddie and Tommy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 55:02


    This week we have another AMAZING relationship on the show. Tommy and Maddie talk about the stories of how they met and some favorite memories they have together. Not only do they talk about their relationship, but also some incredible content with the takin a break segments. So sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. 

    Episode #56: Chill vibez at the Bar ft. Declan Tom

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 32:14


    Declan Tom coming in hot on the pod!! He brings on some of his favorite moments at Xavier, how to pick up lovely ladies at the bar (sorry ladies he's takin), and his favorite drunk memories. That drunk memory might have put him in a sticky situation.......So sat back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. 

    Episode #55: You Have Got To Be Kidding Me Bella

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 29:58


    Bella and Nick update the listeners with a little vlog session on the pod. Take some time to join the pod and listen to some spicy content Bella and Nick have been cooking up. We haven't had an episode just us two in a while so sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here.  CELCIUS, KANGA, SESH, DRAFT TOP! You know the drill........... check out the Instagram @takinabreakpodcast  and follow for more sponsor updates and ways you can save on these amazing products. 

    Episode #54: Dropping Out of College ft Gabrielle Merimee

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 46:56


    This week Bella and Nick bring on a SPECIAL GUEST Gabrielle Merimee. Gabrielle has dropped out of college and is planning on pursuing a career as a virtual assistant. She tells a little about her story and chats with the Takin A Break team on why she really did it.  Also, she chats about a sneaky approach she has on how to pick up a guy at the bar..... You don't want to miss it so sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. 

    Episode #53: What Celebrity Would You Want Walking In On You

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2021 18:49


    We have a quick episode with Wally Lane this beautiful Sunday. Bella has the stomach bug so we were unable to record and upload on Friday (sorry for the inconvenience friends). Love you all, check out the episode and the sponsors and take a break with us because it only gets better from here.

    Episode #52: The Pod is in SESHion ft. Mac and Tom

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 42:10


    This week Bella and Nick talk about the AMAZING Mac and Tom and their company Sesh. Mac and Tom are two interns for Sesh and are trying to start up an ambassador program here at Xavier! Not only is it amazing tasting, but it is a healthier alcohol with 4 amazing flavors to try. Give it a listen, take your shoes off, and take a break with us because it only gets better from here.

    Episode #51: HEARD MENTALITY OF 1938 ft. Xavier Alums

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 45:13


    Their isn't to much to explain for this description.... some Xavier Alums getting together and talking about their experience. You know Bella is a crazy hard worker so she had to miss this episode, BUT Nick takes over the talking for the first time in a while. So sit back, relax, and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. #forthepod Enjoy some AMAZING Celsius flavors at Celsius.com! We are so happy to have teamed up with them and talk about some flavors they have to offer.Use code "TAKINABREAK10" and get 10% off at Draft Top.com

    Episode #50: ITS THE BIG 50, LETS GO!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 68:17


    BELLA AND NICK HAVE PUBLISHED THERE 50 EPISODE ON TAKIN A BREAK. With our longest episode yet we bring on 9 amazing past guests who have made a huge impact on our previous episodes. So sit back, relax and take a break with us because I hope you are excited as we are for the 50th episode. It only gets better from here.

    Episode #49: I Peed Somewhere I Shouldn't Have ft. Elena Mulready

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2021 47:25


    This week Bella and Nick bring on another INCREDIBLE guest, ELENA MULREADY! She talks about some content you just really don't wanna miss and maybe she talks about somewhere she shouldn't have peed. So sit back, relax, and take a break with us because it only gets better from here. ALSO!!!! Takin A Break has the honor of teaming up with CELSIUS! So make sure you go onto there website (celsius.com) and check out and try all the flavors they have to offer. Whenever I take the first sip I get a flow of taste buds that just POP in your mouth.

    Episode #48: NO WAY! A solo female on the show ft. Maddie Asbridge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2021 56:43


    This week Bella and Nick bring on another INCREDIBLE Xavier guest MADDIE!!!! She talks about her podcast, GET UP AND GROW and answers with some hilarious memories you need to hear. So sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here.

    Episode #47: Is She Looking at Me or the Free Drink ft. Jake Blom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2021 41:32


    We got the one and only JAKE BLOM from Kentucky. Jake puts a little twist on what he does to get a girl in the bar. Is wearing crocs at the bar attractive? Are toga parties really gonna be a thing? Find the answers to these questions and MUCH MORE on Takin A Break Season 3. So sit back, relax, and take a break with us because it only gets better from here.

    Episode #46: Use the Bathroom BEFORE a Party ft. Jonny Klar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2021 36:26


    This week Nick and Bella introduce SEASON 3! We got are first guest on Jonny Klar as he brings on some drunk memories and his way to talking to that attractive girl. So sit back, relax and take a break with us because it only gets better from here!!#forthepod

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