The Vapor

004. I'm sad... Oh no

The things you once loved doing feel distant. Sleep becomes an afterthought, food loses its taste, and your body starts to feel foreign. Is it just a rough patch, or is it something deeper? In this episode, Seth approaches the topic of sadness with both levity and sincerity. With a title that nods to Alex Norris’ Oh No comics, this episode playfully explores the silly, predictable, and sometimes self-defeating things we do when we’re sad. Joined by his longtime friend Nathan, Seth dives into the experience of being “grey” as they share the moments, habits, and unexpected corners of life that help find a way out. From bonfire confessions to Icelandic snowstorms, from drone metal concerts to fleeting moments of peace, they ask: We all get a little sad sometimes, right? … Right? In this episode of The Vapor, we explore the quiet descent into sadness and the fading line between feeling low and being truly lost. Maybe there’s no perfect answer. But perhaps sharing the weight of it makes the burden just a little lighter.

003. Gratitude with Jacob Beaudoin

What does it mean to be truly grateful? In this episode, Seth sits down with his oldest friend, Jacob Beaudoin, for a candid conversation about gratitude. With humor, honesty, and personal anecdotes, Seth and Jacob share their insights on how to cultivate gratitude, even in difficult times. They discuss how gratitude can ground us in the present moment and foster a sense of connection with others and the world around us. Drawing on their own personal experiences, Jacob and Seth examine the complexities of gratitude, such as its relationship to privilege, power, and responsibility. Ultimately, they argue that gratitude is not just a positive emotion, but a powerful ethical and existential practice that can transform our lives and our community. Links to Jacob Beaudoin’s Art: instagram.com/omukiagiki [http://instagram.com/omukiagiki] omukiagiki.net [http://omukiagiki.net]

002. A story from the woods

In this second episode of The Vapor, Seth shares a few different thoughts and perspectives on where we might find the source of happiness in life, approaching the topic from scientific, creative, and philosophical perspectives. Drawing on personal experiences and some scrappy internet research Seth discusses the benefits of viewing life from different perspectives and how this may lead to greater peace and fulfillment. Join Seth and listen along with others as he explores the idea that true happiness comes from within.

001. Welcome to the Vapor

This first episode of the Vapor podcast is about seeing life as a fleeting moment and how to find joy and purpose in the face of its brevity. We are joined by guest, Alexis Butcher, who will share her personal experience of becoming a first-time mother while facing a cancer diagnosis. Through her story, we will explore the idea of life as a vapor, discussing how it can be both beautiful and terrifying at the same time. Join in as we delve into the concept of living life like a vapor and how to find meaning and fulfillment in the time we have.