An anthology of youth, Gen Zeal is a platform that highlights the convictions, passions, and energy of today’s young people.
Hosted by Vahini Shori & Dylan Catalano.
In this episode of Gen Zeal, Dylan and Vahini navigate labels and figure out who they are.
Special thanks to Mariah DiPierno & Chintal Shah
Credits:
Written and Hosted by: Dylan Catalano & Vahini Shori
Theme Music & Sound Engineering: Riti Suresh
Production: Vahini Shori & Riti Suresh
Guests: Mariah DiPierno & Chintal Shah
10 Oct 2022
Dylan and Vahini Grow Up
In the season 3 premiere of Gen Zeal: An Anthology of Youth, hosts Dylan and Vahini explore the idea of growing up. Joined by Masi, Vahini's favorite adult and their respective best friends, Andrea and Sarah the duo find some ways they've grown and have their work cut out for them as they continue.
Credits:
Written and Hosted by: Dylan Catalano & Vahini Shori
Theme Music & Sound Engineering: Riti Suresh
Production: Vahini Shori & Riti Suresh
Guests: Andrea Bair, Sarah Gregory, and Shanta Hattikudur
24 Apr 2022
ImaniNia Burton: All About Love
This week, Vahini and Dylan sit down with ImaniNia Burton. ImaniNia is not only a star at bowl-making but also at living with love in every way she can. This exciting episode of Gen Zeal explores what is love (baby don't hurt me) and the necessity of love leading everything we do.
17 Apr 2022
Michelle Fan: Too Many Good People
This week Vahini and Dylan sit down with Michelle Fan. An avid lover of the zodiac (we are starting to see a trend here), and just the overall superstar of the world, Michelle sits down to talk about her advocacy surrounding the Hong Kong protests.
11 Apr 2022
Bri Sislo-Schutta: Victory is Certain
This is such an exciting episode (we say that every week) because this week Vahini and Dylan say down with Bri Sislo-Schutta. Bri is an amazing friend of the podcast, and gen zeal truly would've never existed without her! Bri is an absolute gem, and we are so glad we get to share her wisdom with our listeners :)
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27 Mar 2022
Anjali Gordon: On the Path to Getting to Know Yourself
This week, Vahini and Dylan are joined by Anjali Gordon. An advocate for ethical and sustainable traveling, and getting to know yourself in your twenties; Dylan and Vahini explore Anjali's unique experiences and take away a renewed energy that self-discovery is a journey where no two are the same.
20 Mar 2022
Jazmine Alcon: My Community Built Me
This week, Vahini and Dylan sit down with Jazmine Alcon to talk about community, mental health, and the importance of creating space. Jazmine is a stellar individual who has founded two different organizations/communities dedicated to uplifting and connecting with those around her. All that and more on this episode of Gen Zeal!
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13 Mar 2022
Hana Iqbal: Just Keep Making
This week Vahini and Dylan sit down with Hana, an artist with a passion for connecting parts of our world that often seem disconnected. She shares her inspirations, her motivators, and her perfect bagel! We hope you enjoy the episode <3
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6 Mar 2022
Dahyo Coleman: The Dinner Table
This week, we are joined by Dahyo Coleman (she/her). Dahyo joined us this week to discuss her journey through film school, and her relationship with filmmaking and what is important in her art. We had so much fun seeing the light and care that Dahyo brings to every space, and we really encourage any listeners to check out her short films!
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27 Feb 2022
Riti Suresh: Nobody Knows Anything
Welcome to SEASON TWO of Gen Zeal! We are so excited to be returning for another season of everybody's favorite podcast where we explore the lives, ideals, and spirit of Gen Z'ers everywhere! For our season two premiere, we are joined by Riti Suresh. Riti is a graduate of Rutgers University, where she studied music! Riti joins Vahini and Dylan to explore her connection with music, the universe, and gives us insight into her journey of self-fulfillment. Enjoy!
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23 Nov 2021
Alex Rosado-Torres: Breaking Barriers in Education
Vahini and Dylan are joined by Alex Rosado-Torres, an educator and HIV/AIDS activist. Alex joins us to share his experience as a young person passionate about education and about his presentation at the Mark Conference (hosted at Rutgers University) in 2018.
18 Aug 2021
Channél Jordan: Death to Trends
We sat down with Channél Jordan to talk about fashion, Black fashion history, and death to trend culture. Check out Channel's Tik Tok page for amazing content on Black Fashion History.
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11 Aug 2021
Independence & Partition
Join Vahini and Dylan as they dive into the Independence and Partition of India & Pakistan.
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28 Jul 2021
Marc Younker: Rejection and Redirection
Vahini and Dylan are joined this week by superstar, and local celebrity, Marc Younker. They discuss the lessons in rejection, and the value of redirection - with a few laughs all around.
21 Jul 2021
Tobi Omotoso: The Constitution is a Subtweet
Join Vahini, Dylan, and their extra-special guest, Tobi, as they all discuss U.S. History, the legacy of Tupac Shakur, and the masterful symbolism in Olivia Rodrigo's SOUR. Tobi, a recent graduate of Rutgers University, with majors in Political Science and History shares about his connection with history, both academically and personally.
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14 Jul 2021
Sarah Gregory: The Metaphysical Philosophy of Hyperpop
Rising senior at the George Washington University, Sarah Gregory, joins Vahini and Dylan to share about her passion for metaphysical philosophy and its intersection of hyperpop music.
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7 Jul 2021
Welcome to Gen Zeal!
Gen Zeal is a podcast series dedicated to sharing the lives, passions, and interests of our fellow young people. Hosted by Vahini Shori @ Dylan Catalano.
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