Very Interesting... with Chris Mejia

About Very Interesting... with Chris Mejia

Hosted by comedian Chris Mejia, “Very Interesting…” is a interview podcast where Chris brings on guests who are very interesting and do very interesting work and dives deep into the world of their passions to learn about their life journey and the ins-&-outs of their craft.

Publisher

Chris Mejia

Category

comedy · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Jul 2024

Latest episode

5 Aug 2024

Latest episodes

5 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Aug 2024

   Episode 5 with Mariah Lee

   And here we are, the final episode of the first season of “Very Interesting…” From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much to everyone who watched, listened, left a rating or a review, shared with friends, this has been a project I’ve wanted to make for a long time and it means the world that you took time to support! To be determined when, but I do want to make a second season. Follow me on Instagram (@chrismejiacomedy) to stay updated on when that will be! You know I had to end the season with a fantastic guest! On today’s episode, I’m joined by professional soccer player Mariah Lee. Mariah is a five-year professional soccer player currently with DC Power FC of the USL Super League, American’s newest top-flight soccer league kicking off August 16, 2024. There are 8 teams in the inaugural season and all games will be streamed on Peacock! She is also a freelance writer who specializes in the intersection of sport, race, and gender. Mariah played college soccer at Stanford University and Wake Forest University where she received a B.A. and M.S. respectively before playing across Europe, Australia, and the US. Join us as we discuss what’s it’s like being a pro athlete, playing internationally, the mental fortitude it takes to rise to the occasion, and the state of women’s sports and how we can support female athletes. Give Mariah a follow, go see her play for the DC Power FC, and go read her column! Mariah’s socials and links: @merdashewrote on Instagram Read Mariah’s latest column at Forty-One Mag (full profile here) Read her archived columns here at 2 Cents FC Learn more about the USL Super League Get tickets to a DC Power FC game Recorded at NAST Studios in Seattle, WA

2. 

   29 Jul 2024

   Episode 4 with Alyssa Yeoman

   Fresh off the press is another amazing episode of “Very Interesting…” On today’s episode, Chris is joined by currently PNW-based (soon to be California based) multi-hyphenate creative Alyssa Yeoman. Alyssa is a creative powerhouse who’s always down for candid conversation, knowing glances and hearty laughs. You can catch them doing standup, podcasting, writing, filming and occasionally more if the price is right. You will never catch her eating capers. Follow their journey as an artist via online and IRL. Join us as we discuss what it’s like being a multi-hyphenate creative, how to overcome feeling burdened by the pressure to stay in a singular lane, the importance of collaboration and exploring new fields, and the double-edged sword that social media has become for creatives. Give Alyssa a follow and check out their comedy and creative endeavors! Alyssa’s socials: @alyssayeo on Instagram and Twitter @alyssayeoman.mp4 on TikTok Linktree for upcoming shows and content Listen to Alyssa’s podcast Is This Normal? Follow @isthisnormalpod on Instagram Recorded at NAST Studios in Seattle, WA

3. 

   22 Jul 2024

   Episode 3 with Danny Meyerend

   Cat's out the bag, the new pod is out! We got another fantastic episode of "Very Interesting..." On today's episode, Chris is joined by PNW-based comedian and PhD graduate Danny Meyerend. Danny is a PhD graduate from the media and communication department at the University of Michigan. He studied the intersections of race, media, and technology - specifically focusing on Black identity and racial formation in the US. He also does comedy all over the PNW, and was most recently on the road opening for Zack Fox. He doesn’t talk about being a doctor on stage, because people are immediately disappointed when they find out he’s not a medical doctor, but he’ll find a way to make it work soon. Join us as we dive deep into Danny's dissertation, the intricacies of being biracial, the representation of Blackness in media, growing up religious, and why technology should not go unregulated. Give Danny a follow and check out his comedy and dissertation! Danny's socials: @danny.meyerend on Instagram and TikTok Linktree for upcoming shows Danny's full dissertation "Whose Black is it Anyway?: Television, Competing Claims, and Conditions of Possibility in the Black Digital Popular" "The algorithm knows I'm Black: From users to subjects" article within his dissertation Recorded at NAST Studios in Seattle, WA

4. 

   15 Jul 2024

   Episode 2 with Cora Boyd

   We are back with another fantastic episode of "Very Interesting..." and we have another absolute dynamite guest! This week, Chris is joined by highly renown Cora Boyd, a dating-relationship expert, coach, and content creator who helps modern singles develop the relationship skills and self confidence to thrive in their love lives. Cora's company serves a global community through direct coaching, educational content, and boutique classes centered around dating and relationship skills like flirting, communicating, cultivating charisma, and navigating interpersonal conflict. Cora is the host of the podcast Pillow Talk Radio, and she has contributed writing to The Gottman Institute, Thought Catalog, Elite Daily, and more. For her expertise, she has been featured by On Air with Ryan Seacrest, CNBC, NPR, Bustle, Bumble, Yahoo Finance, and Fox News. She is best known for her appearances on the CUT YouTube channel, where her videos have amassed over 40 million cumulative views. A former top-performing matchmaker for a Stanford StartX company founded by Elle Magazine’s E. Jean Carroll, Cora established her business in 2019 and has since guided thousands of students into fulfilling relationships and optimal dating confidence. Give Cora a follow and check out her coaching services! Cora's socials: - @thecoraboyd on Instagram @thecoraboyd on YouTube Listen to Pillow Talk Radio Sign up for Cora's coaching: Flirt Harder - her best selling flirting school (self-paced, online) Magnetics Love School - Cora’s private coaching membership Recorded at NAST Studios in Seattle, WA.

5. 

   8 Jul 2024

   Episode 1 with Marshall Hugh

   For our first episode we’re joined by a talented friend of the show Marshall Hugh, a rapper, community activist, and the frontman of Marshall Law Band. Marshall is also the co-creator of Fremont Fridays, a free summer concert series that happens every Friday at LTD Bar & Grill. Marshall joins Chris to talk about making a new for the Seattle music scene, how to rise to the occassion when the spotlight finally shines on you, and the journey that is discovering your voice and staying true to yourself.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

4 ratings