Coaches Don’t Play: Recent Episodes
Coaches Don’t Play
Childhood friends since ’06, Kavya and Pooja talk about topics they have no business discussing because COACHES DON’T PLAY! From navigating the Indian community and the disease that is capitalism, to soulmates and true friendships; these college students are here to challenge you to think outside of the societal structures you were born into. Find us on Instagram at @kvy.kmr & @nov.lenn! Cover Illustration by @ka
Last summer, Yashmitha, Cole, and I dove into the messy world of modern dating. We unraveled the meaning of situationships and explored why relationship limbo has become so prevalent. We also had a fun conversation on the statement "men ain't shit." Does it allow men to get away with anything? Join the conversation by sharing your thoughts!.Yashmitha: instagram.com/yvshmitha/Cole: instagram.com/whoiscolek/Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr/
This time around, I’m joined by Yashmitha, and we’re discussing mindfulness. From the obstacles that come in the way of practicing mindfulness to stepping outside your comfort zone. What do you think of when you hear the word mindfulness? How do you motivate yourself when you don’t want to do anything? Slide into our DMs and let us know your answers or what you think of the podcast: .Yashmitha: instagram.com/yvshmitha/Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr/ .What is Mindfulness Really? And How Do You Know If You’re Doing It Right? by Dan Harris - https://open.spotify.com/episode/61ob4yNqpvBN2kS8xkV1SM?si=77YsHetoR_a_CTdfzy5yJQMindfulness Is Not About Being Calm by Jamie Lynn Tatera - https://jamielynntatera.com/2018/03/mindfulness-is-not-about-being-calm/
Cole and I discuss my experiences with unemployment and corporate culture. We share our thoughts on finding your dream job while avoiding the societal pressure to grind constantly. Listen for more on the future of the podcast and its most popular episode “do brown boys deserve rights?"(Episode content starts at 4:19)Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmrCole: instagram.com/whoiscolek
This episode is on embracing post-grad healing and the present moment. We reflected on how we handle parents’ expectations and gave advice to our younger selves. Basically, how to be your own mommy 101. DM us to let us know if you are on a journey of your own! Talk to us on social media: Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmrYashmitha: instagram.com/yvsmt
Bringing you a short episode on mental health this week! Join us in the discussion about therapy and how to talk to your parents about mental health struggles. How much do you think therapy can really help a person? Thanks for listening!Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmrCole: instagram.com/whoiscolek
This week we’re getting to the bottom of why we hate our jobs and talk about relationships outside the limits of school. Are you an advocate for ghosting? Why does Pooja hate introverts? Is everyone you date replaceable?DM us what you thought of this ep!Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmrYashmitha: instagram.com/yvshmithaPooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn
We graduated from college this past May! Tune into our chat about our feelings and plans post-grad. We are talking about healing in the context of friendship breakups and boundaries. When would you end a friendship? What does loyalty mean to you? Let us know your answers!Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmrRoja: instagram.com/yvshmitha
Enjoy this episode from the archives on the concept of race recorded in June 2021. We discussed mango diaspora poetry, Andrew Yang, intersectionality, and symbols of progress. We probably made fun of some of your favs in the process, but I hope it makes you laugh.
Keith: instagram.com/mahal.keitha Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn
Tarun joined me to define friendship in relation to conflict and vulnerability. We talked about when we realized our friends were our friends and how we could be better friends to them. Listen in to hear our funniest personal stories and get sidetracked.
Let us know what you think & check out his podcast! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Tarun: instagram.com/tarunnad An Interesting Discussion Sometimes*: https://tinyurl.com/aninterestingdis
trumpet fanfare Happy new year! The PODCAST. IS. BACK. I talked through some questions that are meant to make you ~fall in love~ with Roja in September last year. Some of our favorites were, what would you ask a crystal ball? If you knew you’d die in a year would you change anything about your life? Do you want to be famous?
Let us know your answers! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Roja: instagram.com/yvshmitha Play the game yourself: https://www.nytimes.com/2015/01/09/style/no-37-big-wedding-or-small.html
We’re back with a special guest episode interrogating the concepts of feminism. We talk about the emasculation of brown men, white women’s role in feminism, boundary setting, “girls support girls”, and more! Join us in the DMs as we explore more labels like these.
Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Lasya: instagram.com/lasya_25
Links: - https://tinyurl.com/ToxicMasculinityEp - https://tinyurl.com/StraightMenViewsOnSex - https://tinyurl.com/TheRightToSex
On today’s episode, we run through the ins and outs of conflict. This could be with one friend, friend group, or partner. We want to know how you’d describe your communication style! Should you involve other people in your fights? Who’s responsibility is to fix it? See you in the DMs (:
kavya: @kvy.kmr pooja: @nov.lenn
This week we talked all about parenting. We explored if we want kids, if having kids is ethical, and which traits we got from our parents. What would you want to pass onto your kids and what would you not? We discuss it all! Hit us up with your parenting takes! kavya: @kvy.kmr pooja: @nov.lenn
We catch up on the “celebrity news” from this month and it’s further implications. Tune in to hear us talk about the recent allegations against David Dobrik and the vlog squad, Will Smith’s post about body positivity, and Billie Eilish’s recent vogue cover.
DM us your thoughts! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn
Links: Frenemies - https://bit.ly/3eRdr2T Philip DeFranco - https://bit.ly/33UwanP
Body image! Our thoughts on the body positivity movement and body neutrality. A conversation on exercise, chronic illness, and our stories about body image. Will we ever be able to move away from the fear of fatness? (CW: disordered eating & weight)
DM us on Instagram at @kvy.kmr and @nov.lenn
Welcome back! We’re discussing dating in your 20’s with our first official guest. We talk with Lasya about hookup culture, being single, dating apps, making the first move, and going on dates. Help us answer the age old question of whether or not the guy should pay on the first date. (p.s. sorry about the audio issues)
MESSAGE US! Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn Lasya: instagram.com/lasya_25
RELIGION! A long awaited topic so we’re finally getting into it. Let’s all discuss god, new age spirituality, POC christians, mission trips, and more...
DM us to discuss: Kavya: https://instagram.com/kavyakumar_/ Pooja: https://instagram.com/nov.lenn/
It’s time we did an audit on our relationships with self-development and self-awareness. We figured out which habits we want break or cultivate. All while discussing the pitfalls of going to extremes in the pursuit of “growth”. Do you think you’ll ever stop pursuing personal development?
Let’s reflect in the DMs! Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn
Guest Ep. - https://spoti.fi/3ksu2eK Tik Tok - https://bit.ly/3dsCrNL
Join us for a discussion on all things plastic surgery. We cover Snapchat causing facial dysmorphia, how “Instagram Face” has stolen ethnic features, and the concept of “eurocentric features”. Is plastic surgery really a cure-all for your problems?
DM us if you agree or disagree!
Kavya: https://instagram.com/kavyakumar_/
Pooja: https://instagram.com/nov.lenn/
Article - https://bit.ly/3cpL0bI Book -
How to Get Over a Boy by Chidera Eggerue
During No Discourse December we chatted about our controversial opinions, from the North Indian superiority complex to the negative connotation of some emotions. Our takes discuss romantic love being unsustainable, hope being delusional, and men seeing women as subpar beings! Are you cancelling us?
Send us your hot take! Kavya: https://instagram.com/kavyakumar_/ Pooja: https://instagram.com/nov.lenn/
It’s our last episode of the year and we’re talking about how we picture our futures. This includes New Years Resolutions, marriage, and the purpose of life! What’s your relationship with money and success?
HIT US UP! (p.s. we’re looking for guests)
Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn
Let’s discuss the universe! We’re talking soulmates, free will, manifestation, and aliens. Hit us up if you’re a starseed (; Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn Cover by @karuna.dodles (:
This week’s episode is on the concept of beauty! We unpack why we cut our hair, pretty privilege, modeling, and beauty as a choice. Are we striving for beauty or perfection? DM US! Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn
Ted Talk - https://bit.ly/3o2yIsb
This time we’re joined by a very special guest to talk everything social media. From its influences on social interaction to how viewership has replaced communication. Do you think social media stalking is okay? Should we stop curating social media images? We want to hear your ideas! SLIDE INTO OUR DMS: Kavya: www.instagram.com/kavyakumar_/ Pooja: www.instagram.com/nov.lenn/ Yashmitha: instagram.com/br0wncl0wn/
We’re back and this time we’re debating morality. We tried to answer three main questions. - Does everyone have a moral obligation to make the world a “better” place? - Are humans inherently good or bad? - Do you think you’re a good person? Happy spiraling! SLIDE INTO OUR DMS and let us know where you stand. Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_/ Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn/
We answer your questions on everything from our greatest inspirations, how we were raised, memories we’d erase, and if we believe in witches. Thank you for sending in questions! We love hearing from you (:
DM US YOUR ANSWERS:
Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn
This week we’re talking about activism surrounding the BLM movement. We share our opinions on everything from performativity to white guilt. Do you think things are getting better or worse? (CW: Sexual Assault - 53m-57m)
LET US KNOW: Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Yashmitha: instagram.com/br0wncl0wn Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn
Lets talk about red flags, cheating, and polyamory!
TALK TO US: Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Yashmitha: instagram.com/br0wncl0wn Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn
Our podcast name has never been more accurate than today! In this ep, we develop our standards & preferences for a relationship. Can your standards be too high? Do you think race can be a preference? LET US KNOW:
Kavya: www.instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Yashmitha: instagram.com/br0wncl0wn Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn
We’re discussing the Brown Community and the standards it upholds. This means competition, misogyny, and the constant fear of repercussions. What would you like to see changed? What would you like to stay the same?
TALK TO US: Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Yashmitha: instagram.com/br0wncl0wn Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn
WELCOME TO EPISODE 1 OF “COACHES DON’T PLAY” on college! - What are the expectations vs. realities of college? What’s casual dating? & Is college lonely?
FOLLOW US: Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Yashmitha: instagram.com/br0wncl0wn Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn