Downtime

Welcome to the Downtime podcast! Where we discuss everything within us and within our environment. Come through and vibe with us as we speak on anything and everything that's relevant to us and the world today.

The Downtime Podcast: Body Dysmorphia and Fitness, The Education System, and Taking The High Road In Life

Yeoo, new episode out with the homie Marcel. Pretty cool stuff. Yea. If you want to become a gigachad then give it a listen  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

09-03
01:13:10

The Downtime Podcast: What Does Dating Look Like For South Asians? The Manosphere, and Self Improvement

Welcome back to another special episode with one of our favorite guests; Jay Patel. In this episode we do a deep dive into relationships and dating culture, amidst this new wave of influencers that have dominated the internet. We also discuss more general pieces covering self improvement and self development as a whole. Sit back and tune in.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

08-19
01:12:57

The Downtime Podcast: Benefits of Student Leadership, Being a Young Teacher, and Pet Tips

Welcome back to the Downtime Podcast! In today's episode, we sit down with Alicia to discuss what its like to take care of a dog, being a student leader, and the interesting experience of being a young teacher. Tune in to tap into hidden gems and vibe out. We back on that grind. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

06-24
46:36

The Downtime Podcast: Being Ready For Opportunity, The GCSU, and Presidential Life

Welcome back to another episode of the Downtime Podcast. After an extended break, we are finally back with SEASON 2. Sit down and get comfy, as today I am joined by none other than Stephen Teong. We chatted about the GCSU, his presidency, and various other topics on life. Hope y'all enjoy, next episode coming soon.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

06-10
01:00:34

The Downtime Podcast: New Year's Special with Hiru and Trevor

2021 was a wild year to say the least. The pandemic really acted as a catalyst in terms of our struggles but also some of our personal victories. Join Trevor and I, as we sit and discuss our experiences this year, as well as what we look forward to in 2022. Much love to everyone who has listened and tuned in this year! Your support is truly appreciated! More to come, much love.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

01-01
01:31:19

The Downtime Podcast: Therapy, Relationships, and Clout

After a successful return we run it back wit the homie Trevor. In this episode we continue right where we left off and discuss the importance of therapy, and how instrumental its been in our lives. We discuss the implications of relationships in society today with regards to expectations and social media. We also speak on the everlasting drive to gain clout and how that can negatively impact one's life. Tune in for another banger, and stay tuned for more.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

10-08
01:03:31

The Downtime Podcast: Where Have I Been? Societal Expectations, and Breaking Through During Frosh

After a long hiatus we're finally back for more. In this episode I explain the reason why I had to stop the podcast, as I dive into the scary incident that changed my life this summer. I am joined by the homie Trevor as we discuss a multitude of topics throughout the episode. Our conversation begins as a chat about our friendship through frosh week, the dreaded expectations of a 20 something year old, as well as the pros and cons that social media has brought our society. Join us for a chill vibe as we get right back into the swing of things. I am incredibly excited to finally be back, and I appreciate y'all for rocking with me. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

09-18
01:05:10

The Downtime Podcast: Emerging from Quarantine, Toxic Positivity, and Deep Talks

After a long break for exams we are finally back with another episode of the Downtime Podcast. In this episode I sit down with my very first guest, Stephen Teong, as we continue right where we left off. We discuss a variety of topics surrounding quarantine, as well as the idea of opening back up and returning to our normal lives. We discuss the issues surrounding positivity, and the potential for it to become toxic. We also dive into various bouts of deep talks throughout our conversation. Welcome back to the podcast! More on the way.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

06-18
38:07

The Downtime Podcast: First Year Adventures, Self Improvement, and Meditation

In this episode I sit down with the one and only Roshan. After almost a year of not speaking, we finally found the time to sit down and have a productive conversation revolving around the circumstances of the world, all the way to anime and meditation. We also touch on mental health in schools as well as self improvement in general. Come through and listen up! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

03-26
01:13:12

The Downtime Podcast: Wild Work Stories, Underrated/Overrated Artists, and Social Media

In this episode of The Downtime Podcast, I sit down with one of my good friends Marcel. We sit and catch up on our glory days working at the CN Tower, as well as reminisce about the various horror work stories that we've experienced. We continue to discuss music in detail as we talk about artists nowadays as well as a live reaction to Smoke Purpp's freestyle. A chill funny vibe with this episode, listen up! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

03-05
48:44

The Downtime Podcast: Bryan Bravo's Story, Longevity in Music, and Empowering People Everywhere

In this episode of The Downtime Podcast, I sit down with my good friend Bryan Bravo. Bryan is an up and coming artist who's made great strides since the last time that we spoke to him. We discuss his music as well as the behind the scenes of what it takes to become a successful artist. He also teases us with a new track as well so listen up!  Bryan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/bryanbravooo/?hl=en --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

02-19
57:28

The Downtime Podcast: Quarantine Living, AOT, and the Dangers of the Real World

In this episode I sit down with the homie Lys. We discuss a variety of issues such as mental health during quarantine as well as the dangers of human trafficking all around the globe. She also hasn't watched Attack on Titan.....Tune in for more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

02-07
48:44

The Downtime Podcast: Spilling the Chai Part 2, Goals for the Year, The Brown Childhood, and Hiru's Accent Reveal

In this episode of the Downtime Podcast, Jay and I continue right where we left off. We discuss our new year's resolutions as well as the many things that we are constantly learning about ourselves throughout quarantine. We also discuss the various events and experiences that all brown children experience throughout their childhood. My accent also accidentally comes out smh. If you're tryna pree the accent then listen in on this week's episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

01-22
32:40

The Downtime Podcast: Spilling the Chai, Love Coincidences, South Asian Culture, and GCSU Drama?

In this Episode of the Downtime Podcast, I speak with my good friend Jay Patel. Jay is an extremely hard worker and dives into his work ethic as well as his commitments throughout this episode. We also discuss the importance of retaining one's culture as immigrants in Canada. We touch on certain coincidences within our lives, such as the ones we have with regards to women lmao. Oh yea we talk bout the GCSU too so peep that.  Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

11-27
57:50

The Downtime Podcast: Toxic Masculinity, Life of an Immigrant, and the Pitfalls of Residence

In this Episode of the Downtime Podcast I speak to my good friend Taimoor. Taimoor is an international student who also studies at York University. We sit and discuss numerous topics ranging from our friendship, to deeper topics such as masculinity. We tackle the identity of immigrants as we speak upon our own experiences as well our gripes with certain topics in our communities. We also talk about the food and other cons that come with living on Glendon res. Thanks for listening!  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

11-14
01:03:22

The Downtime Podcast: The Importance of Mental Health, Life of an Artist, and CN Tower Shenanigans

First full episode of the Downtime Podcast! In This episode , I sit down with one of my good friends Bryan Bravo! Bryan is an up and coming rapper who discusses mental health and matters of importance throughout his music. We both discuss mental health and how certain factors can be primary drivers within one's motivation. We also reminisce on our days working at the CN Tower, and all the shenanigans that came with it. Are there aliens at the CN Tower? Tune in to find out! Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

10-24
01:01:54

Downtime Pilot Episode: Success and Awareness Within Society

Welcome to the first pilot episode of the Downtime Podcast! Within this episode, I sit down with Stephen Teong and discuss numerous feelings that we share, including our stances on the importance of being uncomfortable, as well as our self awareness in such a fast paced world. This episode serves as an introductory episode, as many of the features and edits will change for the future! This is merely a start and I intend to add so much more to this! Thank you for giving this a listen!  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hirubalasuriya/message

10-02
51:58

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