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Nicole Cannizzaro hosts a Sunday podcast to share, create, or deepen connections with anyone who's willing to join the conversation without filtering themselves. From dating, depression, and debt, to friendships, family, and followers, she and her guests will remind you that you're not alone. We all tend to swipe much more than just the Sunday Scaries under the rug and this community is going to make sure we address, de-stress, and maybe even undress the reality behind it all so that we can laugh and live through the weeks ahead.
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In this episode I'm able to share Ankit Sinha's story, which has traveled across the globe. Ankit grew up in Dubai and decided to go to college in Boston, found work in Manhattan, tried living in Tokyo, and eventually made it back again. But, upon his arrival, he was greeted with some absurd efforts by his university to help "acclimate" him as a foreigner in America. He shares what it's like to grow into foreign places, how he found and kept friendships, and the harsh truths that he had to face when being forced to leave the US. He even shares the process in which he used to make his toughest decisions, and then admits how it failed him.
In this episode I sit down with Sam* and discuss the traumas and growth that she’s gone through in the past years. We talk about recognizing your mental health issues, the stigmas or misconceptions around them, and the weight of it all, as two women who have dealt with depression. We also discuss the relationship that *Sam found herself in where physical abuse became something that she felt she couldn’t escape. *Sam admits some of the situations that she endured, the fears that seemed to continue to be reinforced by outsiders, the decision of an abortion, and her eventual freedom from her abuser. Once again, this episode is a reminder that you never truly know what someone is dealing with behind closed doors, and just how important it is to be kind, learn, and grow to be and feel better.
Resources for depression, domestic abuse, and pregnancy or abortion support:
https://www.thehotline.org/
https://ncadv.org/resources
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
https://www.availnyc.org/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAx9mABhD0ARIsAEfpavSAKzYjPp8U3J4-F2KClJAMgw9NNvvV_djxTq8U2Cur4Dx2XBesaBwaAo03EALw_wcB
In this episode, I finally sat down to reflect on the past year of my life. I walk through the ways in which I've been able to transfer pain to progress, admit the embarrassing thing I used to wish for on every birthday, grazed the surface of my struggles living in Manhattan, and share with you how Swiping Sunday started and how it's impacted my life so greatly. I have always been one to feel everything very deeply, but I never actually went deep enough to figure out why. Being in quarantine, along with some other factors in my personal life this past year, forced me to understand and take ownership for my life. I struggled and I stressed, but ultimately, I feel I progressed. And I wouldn't have been able to do it without you.
In this episode, I sit down with Arianna Tong to discuss the trouble with dating apps, taking ownership and responsibility for your own feelings, and the importance of relationship check ins. Ari was once the spokesperson for Flutter Dating, a new kind of dating app that's main goal is to provide community style dating and be inclusive of the LGBTQ+ community, specific religions, and other groups that are typically underrepresented. Ari grew a huge community through sharing her research, advice, and relatability in her dating tip TikTok videos for the company. We both share how we've come to realize the importance of relationships outside of our romantic ones, as well as how to ensure we don't fall into traps of romanticizing sometimes impossible realities. Ari shares the scientific research behind why we have so many matches but never as many dates, as well as how to stop the toxic cycle that stems from dating apps as a whole. She also gives us proven methods on how to deal with conflicts with your significant other and so much more.
In this episode, I sit down with Gabriel Prado, cohost of the podcast Two Twenty-Somethings, to discuss his journey from Brazil to the U.S and back again. Gabe is 24 years old now and he opens up about the struggles he faced when coming here for college and chasing his dream to play volleyball, adjusting to the culture, having no home for the holidays, and what has kept him going throughout these past few years of life-changing scenarios: his approach. Throughout the episode you can see how motivated and dedicated Gabe is to his own future, his positive mindset, and contagious energy that he shares with the world. His clear approach to everything that he encounters in life is something we could all learn from. Gabe always seems to have a story, and while they all start off simple, they end in with valuable pieces of wisdom
In this episode, I sit down with Lara Wyatt, cohost of the podcast Two Twenty-Somethings, to discuss our experiences with social media. I'm 26 and Lara is 20, so we were introduced to very different social media platforms at very different times in our lives. I reminisce about MySpace’s “top 8,” while Lara reminds me of the Snapchat “top friends” that used to get us all into trouble. And I made my first Instagram post in college, while Lara was just 14 years old. But, together we realize the realities of social media that fall on all of our shoulders, from FOMO and comparison, to connections and communication. We discuss whether or not we believe social media has made our interpersonal skills better or worse, as well as what we personally struggle with most. This is the start of a conversation I want to dive deeper into on future episodes. After you listen, let me know what you think; does social media hold more pros or cons?
In this episode, I sit down with Paige Michelle, a 33-year-old single mom who found fulfillment through living by Human Design and mastering her understanding of herself. The self-discovery she experienced between being fired from her waitressing job and creating a multimillion-dollar business, ended up changing her life and her outlook on dating. We discuss how vital it is to live based on your specific needs and desires, rather than the world's generalized ideas of them, and ensuring you're aware of your emotions in order to prevent yourself from projecting them onto anyone else. Paige shares her argument to the "if he wanted to, he would" trend, how she makes sure she stays in control, the importance of communicating without expectation, and the masculine and feminine roles that she believes can subconsciously sabotage us.
In this episode, I sit down with Carmela Fuca, a young woman who was just a few days away from her preventative mastectomy as a BRCA gene carrier when she found out that she was too late, and already had cancer. Carmela knows that people are already aware of breast cancer, but they’re not aware of the many preventative actions we should be taking, the added risks to some decisions within a journey with this disease, the many unexplained side effects that can occur, and so much more. We discuss the importance of being your own advocate and doing your own research, going at your own pace, and never being naive enough to think it couldn’t happen to you. Carmela’s story reminds us that doctors don’t always know what’s best for you and sometimes, they don't know everything that you might experience in their suggested treatments. Carmela shares the many surprises she experienced during her fight that left her scared and confused and reminds us that we are the only ones who can fight for ourselves.
In this episode, we get to hear a part of Nicole Delbene's incredible story. She talks about the highs and lows within the dance industry, as well as "dancer" becoming the main part of her identity. Nicole had her great dreams of becoming a professional ballerina come to fruition after decades of work, but eventually, there was an unfortunate turn of events that left her losing that sense of identity at the same time that she began to lose her mom to cancer. This story is about loss, of course, but it is also about strength. We walk through the way that Nicole has found herself navigating these recent years of her life, reinforce that there is no right way to grieve, address the guilt we feel with losing someone too soon, as well as the reality of overcoming or accepting these emotions we all want to avoid. The resilience and vulnerability Nicole shares is something that can only be felt by listening and I hope this story's outcome can help you through any struggle you might be facing today.
In this episode, we address the toxic friendships and relationships that we've allowed into our lives in our past and explain how we've grown and learned from them, as well as the issues we've seen and started to resolve within ourselves. Unfortunately, most of us will experience toxicity in our lifetime, and in order to break away from those people or patterns, you'll need to acknowledge your relationship with yourself first. We talk about the importance of loving yourself so that you never allow unhealthy love into your life just for the sake of having it, and the reason we believe everyone should go to therapy, whether you have a mental health concern, or not.
In my first solo episode, I decided I needed to open up about the reality of living with and loving someone who is struggling with Alzheimer's. I admit that I have trouble talking about things like this in my life, things that I can't change. I take you through what my emotions were in a journal entry from 2017 compared to today, and I hopefully shed light on the realities of Alzheimer's that are often so hard to say out loud. I've realized that being vulnerable about the things that mean the most to you is hard, but necessary. If you can relate to this episode, I'm sorry, but I hope you feel love from it.
In this episode, I sit down with Kendrick, also known as the Providence Tarot, who after studying at Julliard and going through the typical struggles of finding yourself in your twenties, found his way to tarot. We walk through some of his childhood experiences before realizing his abilities, how he uses his connections with the spiritual world in his own life and relationships, and how he recommends someone approaches a reading for the first time. We all find our way through different motivators and guidance through the universe and while I'm going through some transitions and making tough decisions in my personal life, I hoped to find some of that through a reading. During the reading of my cards, you can tell how dedicated Kendrick is to helping those who come to sit in front of him with their hearts on their sleeve. And if you know me, you'll be surprised at some of the descriptions and connections he makes from the cards to my past and present.
In this episode I sit down with Allison Oswin, a 28-year-old woman who was brave enough to open up about her battle in an emotionally abusive marriage. She admits the realities of being gaslit, accepting the love you think you deserve, the red flags she notices looking back on it, and getting out There are people all over the world who deal with mental and emotional abuse in silence and just because there are no bruises, doesn't mean the pain isn't there. Luckily, Allison is on the other side of her relationship and we get to hear how she got back into dating, gained her confidence back, and what she wants you to hear if you're struggling and listening.
In this episode, I sit down with Bella Hurlbut, an artist who commonly pairs her art with sincere words for those who are looking for a connection. Bella opens up about her struggle with an eating disorder and we both dive into the mental warfare that we've fell victim to when feeling the pressures of society's beauty standards. We admit how we've tried to make social media a safer place, when in reality it can quickly inflate the body image issues many of us already have, and Bella shares her advice to those who are coming to terms with their ED. When you listen to this episode I hope that you can learn how to become more aware of the comments and compliments you might be making that do more harm than good and that you can understand you're not alone and be motivated to get help if you are struggling.
In this episode, I sit down with Mike Dalia, a 27-year-old single guy who idealizes the Rom-Com fantasy just as much as me. We get each other's perspective on dating situations we've been in and admit to wondering how we'll know when it's really the right time for us. Typically, I'd assume men and women have different struggles, but we took comfort in realizing that some of the things we hate most about the "dating game," happen on both sides. We react to the many clichés we've all heard, and while we don't agree on everything, we make sure to stay honest with each other about the ideas of love vs. the reality and how getting older has impacted the way that we look at romance.
In this episode, I sit down with Joe Picard who has been performing since the day we met in elementary school. We talk about what it’s really like to chase your dream, move to California alone, and maintain your authenticity through the many ups and downs that come with following your passions. Joe has made a life for himself that he’s proud of, but he won’t deny the battles that will continuously arise as you progress. He has found his bandmates, worked on an Emmy nominated Hulu show, and still remains unbothered by the numbers and the mainstream. I think we could all learn a bit from his lax lifestyle and imaginative personality that has remained true to himself and his goals.
Our generation is constantly connected, but most of us probably aren't protected. An old friend of mine who has made his career in hacking and finding vulnerabilities for major companies and corporations, came on to tell us all the tips and tricks we should be aware of when connecting, whether that be in person, or through our phones and computers, every day. He'll surprise you on how you could be putting yourself at risk with your phone, laptop, apps, emails, webcams, microphone, dating apps, and passwords.
Almost two years ago, I went on two dates with the guest of this week's episode. He and I hit it off immediately, but the timing was not on our side. After our two dates, his visit back home to the U.K turned into a more permanent move and we haven't seen each other since. We ended up staying in touch anyway and have been able to reexamine why we connected so well during this episode. Along with getting vulnerable about the reality of insecurities, trust issues, dating rules, therapy, and the differences he sees in the USA vs. the UK.
Friends with benefits end up boring me without real connection, while he can remain unattached through months on end - is this just a male vs. female thing? In part two of the conversation with my best friend, we open up about the romantic lives we've had and want to have, the way that traveling has changed our lives, and the differences in the way that we think and live (logically vs. emotionally). I admit what it's like being "one of the guys," and he admits what he misses about a relationship.
My best friend is a guy. We've known each other forever and had a lot of topics we wanted to hash out. So, in part one of this dialogue, we touch on everything that we went through in moving to Manhattan and strengthening our friendship. We get honest about the relationship we have, the struggles and triumphs we went through when moving to Manhattan, how roommates impact our life, and how we define success. All of these things end up leading to the conversation about our exes and what we want in life, which will bubble over in part two.
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