Just your average millennial with a traumatic brain injury trying to simplify life in a chaotic world. Since I don't remember half of what I hear, the best option was obviously to record smart or interesting people (sometimes… they’re even both!!) answering my questions about life. And it'd just be downright awkward if I didn't share it on a podcast.
Welcome to My Crunchy Zen Era... we're not exactly sure what it is but we're figuring it out!
Hosted by Nicole Swisher.
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Comedian John Dollar joins the show to share his humor and takes on conspiracy theories. It is a wild ride from crop circles to the complex reality of information. We break down the messy nature of trust in the modern era. John opens up about why he is skeptical of mainstream narratives. Did you know that intelligence agencies have historically influenced public opinion through disinformation campaigns?? It is a humorous and candid look at why it feels harder than ever to know what is ...
10 Sept 2026
Has Anyone Ever Told You... You Look Worried?! with Brian Bates
Brian Bates is here to help Nicole and new co-host Zeta Graves kick off season 2! Brian is a stand up comic, podcast host of The Public Figures Pod and dad to a 4 year old! Nicole and Zeta were excited to welcome Brian to talk about his new standup comedy special, Worried (out on YouTube now), and Brian's resting worried face affliction. They also dive into the perils of online dating, who qualifies as a short king, and how to become a full-time comedian at 43. Contact Brian Bates: Instagra...
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Season 2 is finally here... and there's a new face!
My Crunchy Zen Era is back for Season 2! Join Nicole Swisher and her new co-host, Zeta Graves, as they kick off a fresh chapter. After a brief hiatus (burnout? maybe...), the podcast returns with a renewed focus on the unhinged mess of life. This teaser episode will kick-off our next season (in life?) with a rundown of where we've been and where we're going. Whether you are a longtime listener or new to the community, this episode sets the stage for our upcoming content. We are embrac...
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