16. We're Too Hot to Be Depressed l Alyssa Shlapak

19. A Talk With an Israeli l Noa Reuveni

Where have I been?? Well, I sorta spent 6 months volunteering in Israel as an English teacher! This is where I met Noa, the Director of this program. So excited to introduce you guys to Noa, she's a new friend of mine who grew up near the Gaza envelope and whose childhood best friend, Ziev Berman, is currently held hostage within Gaza. This episode was recorded in May 2025, so I am indeed 4 months late.  Please note: this episode was recorded pre "12-Day War."  I'm not here to change minds; I am here to share the story of an Israeli friend of mine. Hope you learn something from Noa, as I certainly have. Follow us on socials for weekly updates! Instagram: @the_mentallychill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091640934589

18. A Talk With My Current Therapist l Dr. Ibn Sharif Shakoor, EdD

Man oh man! Buckle up for some real talk with my current therapist. He discusses life in the inner city and how difficult it was to re-write the narratives given to him from childhood. For the first time publicly, Sharif opens up about having a psychotic break and how that led him to become a licensed therapist. We're kicking off Black History Month with a bang, can't wait for you guys to meet one of my favorite people!  Follow us on socials for weekly updates! Instagram: @the_mentallychill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091640934589

17. I Almost Missed This l Ashley Pernasilice

**Trigger Warning** The following episode contains sensitive and potentially triggering content, including discussions about abortion, eating disorders, and suicide. Since the content of this episode may be upsetting and overwhelming, listener discretion is advised.  Ashley almost missed this, as in... all of this. But she's here. And she's grateful to be here. I'm grateful too.  Follow us on socials for weekly updates! Instagram: @the_mentallychill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091640934589

16. We're Too Hot to Be Depressed l Alyssa Shlapak

Buckle up for my first episode to surpass 1 hour alongside my younger sister, Alyssa! Pay attention because we sound alike, talk fast, and often finish each other's sentences. We discuss Alyssa's least favorite topic ~weight~ and how she's learned to chase her cravings. She takes us on her journey of quitting corporate America to travel Central/South America followed by becoming a hostess. We end on the concept of self-preservation; how Alyssa is good at that and Emily is working on it. This one packs a punch, I can't wait for you to listen! Follow us on socials for weekly updates! Instagram: @the_mentallychill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091640934589

15. The Pros and Cons of Being Violently Monogamous l Carly Potomic

I'm a little nervous to post this episode because I feel ~exposed~. But I guess that's the point, right? Come hang with me and one of my college friends, Carly, as we unpack what it means to be demisexual. We talk about what it's like not being a casual hookup person in a casual hookup culture. We also talk about how violently monogamous we are and how that has helped & hurt us in the dating world. There's a lot going on here - mom, close your ears!  Follow us on socials for weekly updates! Instagram: @the_mentallychill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091640934589