Beth Cassidy (journalist/ creator/ influencer/shoulder to cry on) hosts “Quaran-Tea”: A weekly podcast dedicated to bringing informative and relatable topics to your notifications. She’s spilling the tea on the experience of quarantine as well as what’s going on outside these four walls. Produced by The Daily UW.
In the final episode of Quarantea, Beth, teary eyed, talks about what she learned in quarantine. Through all the ups and downs, she is so happy to have had this podcast to share her thoughts with the world. Peace and love!
24 May 2021
Emotional Support Pets
Beth talks to Shae Dawley, a recent graduate, about her experience with her emotional support pet, Charlie. Shae discusses how dogs are a woman's best friend and the perfect shoulder to cry on.
5 May 2021
Let's Talk About ASUW
Beth sits down with Poli Sci major and ASUW candidate, Michael Saunders. They have a candid conversation about how Michaels experience has been at UW as a Black man, running for ASUW, and his vision for the future of UW.
16 Apr 2021
Anti-Asian Hate Part 2
In Part 2, Beth sits down with Resident Physician, Dr. Amy Zhang to discuss her experience as an Asian American woman living in Seattle. During this talk, Amy reveals how she herself was verbally attacked, and her experience being in the medical field as an Asian American. Amy also has written and reflected about her experience and her work can be found using these links.
https://opmed.doximity.com/articles/justice-is-not-a-passive-process-medicine-must-step-up (https://opmed.doximity.com/articles/justice-is-not-a-passive-process-medicine-must-step-up)
https://crosscut.com/opinion/2021/03/seattle-doctor-reflects-atlanta-and-anti-asian-racism (https://crosscut.com/opinion/2021/03/seattle-doctor-reflects-atlanta-and-anti-asian-racism)
12 Apr 2021
Anti-Asian Hate and Being an Ally
In this two part segment on the rise of anti-Asian racism since the pandemic began, Beth sits down with UW sophomore Deb Kwon. They discuss the history of Asian racism in the US, how that racism shows up in society today, and how non-Asian people can be allies.
12 Mar 2021
Sports during COVID-19
Through an interview with Fiona Shields, member of UW Women’s Rowing, Beth gains insight into how UW teams are running. They discuss how COVID-19 interfered with the team’s training, competitions, and activities, but also how the team has become stronger as a result.
28 Feb 2021
Medication for Depression and Anxiety
Beth sits down with Abby Wallin, a student at the University of Denver, to talk candidly about their experience taking antidepressants and coping with depression and anxiety in college.
15 Feb 2021
Major Problems
Beth sits down with UW student, Raegan Meggyesy, to talk about the trials and triumphs of applying for competitive majors at UW. Raegan discusses being rejected from CS and how she found new beginnings in her education as a result.
9 Feb 2021
Bonjour! International Friendships in Quarantine
Beth sits down with two good friends, Madeline and Rose, to talk about their experience studying abroad at UW as French students. They talk about the good, bad, and the ugly of their experience including the differing party culture, being attacked on the ave, and navigating social differences. Coming all the way across the Atlantic to your ears, as they say in France: Commençons!
22 Jan 2021
Media Consumption in Quarantine
Beth sits down with UW alum, Marquis Harris, to talk about what type of content and media they have been consuming over quarantine. From Twitch, to Midsommar, to Naruto, to Marquis' own music, they cover all the bases. Tune in, and happy inauguration week!
17 Jan 2021
Sexual Trauma AND Balancing a Social Life?!
According to the ACLU, 1 in 4 women are sexually assaulted on college campuses. 95% of those assaults go unreported. Tune in this week on Quarantea, Beth and Brittany Bowhall talk all about the office of Title IX. Named after the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Washington State law, and University of Washington policy, the purpose of the office of Title IX is to protect against discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, pregnant or parenting status, and LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual) identity. Brittany is a Livewell Advocate who specifically supports students impacted by sexual assault, relationship violence, talking, and sexual harassment.
9 Jan 2021
New Years Resolutions and Graduating
To kick off the quarter, Beth sits down with fellow senior, Kailey Coronado, to talk about New Year's resolutions and well as feelings about graduating as a part of the class of 2021. They go over the crazy events that occurred in the first week of 2021, positive thoughts during the pandemic, and The Hunger Games.
19 Dec 2020
Damn, I Gotta Smoke: Part II
Congrats, you made it through another pandemic quarter! Celebrate with Beth and Maeve as they explore how mental health and marijuana interact. They discuss the ways marijuana has been helpful during quarantine, as well as the way it has been a distraction.
5 Dec 2020
Damn, I Gotta Smoke: The Increase in Marijuana Use In Quarantine
In a two part series, Beth sits down with UW students Jayna and Maeve about smoking weed and all things cannabis use. They explore the experience of using weed as a way to relieve stress while also balancing their responsibilities.
25 Nov 2020
No Dicking Around: Dating During COVID
As Washington State goes back into lockdown, Beth sits down with Hannah Krieg, self appointed dating expert and fellow Daily journalist. They chat about what college students can do in order to fulfill their needs during this isolating time, examining the 5 love languages, dating online, and dream dates post COVID-19.
13 Nov 2020
House plant care
Snake plants, spider plants, and pathos, oh my! Episode four is all about house plants! Join Beth and special guest Jan Holland, plant expert, teacher, and most notably, Beth's aunt! Whether you're wondering what type of soil is needed for your succulent to thrive, how to care for an orchid, or whether you should re-pot the philodendron sitting on your desk, Jan has the answers. Tune in, then go visit Jan and get some plants at Ravenna Nursery in U-village!
1 Nov 2020
Heartbreak: In the time of COVID-19
Lately, juggling issues in quarantine, we may all be struggling with but are unaware of, heartbreak. Beth knows you, you may think because you’ve never experienced heartbreak that this episode doesn’t apply to you. Join Beth and UW alum, Tara Shelby, as they discuss the profound concept of heartbreak.
30 Oct 2020
Girls Gotta Eat: Eating Habits in Quarantine
This week on Quaran-tea, Beth sits down with Emily Edison, owner and founder of Momentum Nutrition in Seattle and recognized expert in the areas of sports nutrition and disordered eating. Then we hear from Sarah Shapiro who offers helpful advice and personal accounts of her own experience as a survivor of disordered eating.
17 Oct 2020
…What was I just doing? ADHD in Quarantine
In the first episode of Quarantea, Beth talks with UW student, Finch, about their experience with ADHD during quarantine school. She also speaks with Professor Knouse, a clinical psychologist at Richmond University, about ADHD and tricks for self-regulation during quarantine studying.
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