ya, but who cares?
Smart people like to talk about smart things. But we also like to talk about dumb things...really dumb things. Sesana and Bri cover both. “Ya, but who cares?” offers research on youth culture, economic, and political topics we all obsess over. We also offer ways to read beyond the headline or “click-bait” inviting our favorite experts, creatives and entrepreneurs to help inform our opinions.
We strive to help our audience gain nuanced perspectives on fundamental societal issues through digestible research and lively discussions. For the aspirational person, who wants to be informed and improve, but can't resist some good gossip.
Episodes
40 episodes
closing the gender information gap (with Emma Bates of Diem)
Diem is like chat gpt, meets reddit, meets your cherished group chat In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of "Diem," a one-of-a-kind social search engine created by the Emma Bates. "Diem" is a platform like no other...
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27:21
Iman Hariri-Kia on growing up an Iranian-American
Iman Hariri-Kia is a writer, editor, and author born and based in New York City. An award-winning journalist, she covers sex, relationships, identity, and adolescence. Her work has appeared in Vogue, NY Mag’s The Cut, Harper’s Bazaar, Allure, C...
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Season 3
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48:51
guilty pleasures or self care?
In this episode, Bri and Sesana open up about their guilty pleasures and why we sometimes enjoy doing things others might frown upon. They delve into embracing those secret indulgences that make us feel good. Whether it be trashy reality TV, go...
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30:04
hair is everything?
Join Bri and Sesana, as they delve deep into the world of Black hair, its cultural significance, and its impact on both the macro and micro levels of society.In this episode, Bri and Sesana explore the historical roots of the desire for...
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Season 3
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31:44
how to be confident
In this episode, Bri and Sesana delve into the concept of being an "it girl." They explore whether it entails participating in the latest TikTok and beauty trends (picture blueberry-glazed donut makeup and chocolate buttercream hair, for instan...
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Season 3
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30:14
Serena Pitt’s TV love story [Part Two]
This episode originally aired in December of 2022.This week, we dig deeper in Part Two of our interview with Serena Pitt. From growing up in an interracial household, to navigating social media as a part of a public relationship, Serena...
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35:31
Serena Pitt’s TV love story
This episode originally aired in December of 2022.Serena Pitt is a TV personality known for her appearance on Season 25 of the Bachelor and season 7 of Bachelor in Paradise. Originally from Toronto, Canada, she went on the Bachelor in s...
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46:36
Changing Careers & Networking
Bri and Sesana go in depth on their career histories and trajectory. Bri talks about how she navigated from working in large tech to a startup and now PR. Sesana discusses her career switch from consulting to Venture Capital. If yo...
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36:06
Cedoni Francis on how to get laid off
Cedoni Francis is a full-time creator and former Googler. Her layoff at Google catapulted her into full-time content creator. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Cedoni attended Vanderbilt University where she majored in Political Science. This has ma...
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45:35
how to be OK with being alone.
This week Bri and Sesana discuss their personal views on how to be okay with being alone.
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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44:52
Quiet luxury with a luxury buyer (ft. TikTok’s Kiana Brooks)
By day Kiana Brooks works as a luxury buyer. And by night she’s getting personal on her Tik Tok – from her journey to “un-big her back” to chronicling *that* Tarte influencer trip. Listen to this week’s episode as Bri and Sesana sit down to cha...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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36:45
Eni Popoola on Big Law to Content Creation
What would it look like to completely bet on yourself? Sesana and Bri have the pleasure of sitting down with attorney and beauty creator, Eni Popoola. After recently announcing ...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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28:03
don't take relationship advice from podcasters
In this episode, Sesana and Bri deep-dive into the joys of therapy and boundary setting. They discuss how healthy boundaries have saved their relationships, as well as the line between healthy boundaries and controlling behavior (cough cough, J...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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33:26
Season 3: We back baby!
We missed you! After a couple months hiatus, Bri and Sesana are back for Season 3. Remember the phrase "You'll understand when you get older"... ? Bri and Ses used to hate hearing that phrase, but finally they get it. Get the full...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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32:56
Know your worth
This week, on a solo episode, Ses and Bri dive into your questions about life, love and careers. From making big moves across the country to taking risks in your dating life, Ses and Bri are here to offer guidance.
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41:28
Only Fans, MTV and Jersey Shore with Alysse Joyner
This week, Ses is joined by TV personality, Alysse Joyner. Alysse made her first TV appearance on MTV's "Double Shot at Love" where she dated Jersey Shore's Vinny Guadagnino. Since her time on the show, Alysse has built out her social media and...
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39:06
Layoffs, Our Finances and SZA
It is time for a life update with Ses and Bri! This week the two sit down to talk about the jobs market, the benefits of going into the office and more. Plus, they give a recap of the SZA concert.
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24:31
Let's talk about porn baby with Zach Shucklin
This week, Ses and Bri are joined by Zach Shucklin— a porn writer, producer, and host. He is a writer and host for Vice and Paper magazine. He is also a porn writer for Brazzers, the number one pay porn site in America. Though he identifies as ...
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50:03
Leading with Love with Arewa Basit
This week Bri and Sesana sit down with Arewa Basit-- an influencer, performer, and ambassador for self-expression. In 2019, Arewa appeared on MTV's queer season of "Are You the One.” Arewa grew up in a conservative, Nigerian household wher...
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1:08:51
Celebrating Black History Month
This week we're honoring Black History Month with a special solo episode. Ses and Bri reveal some of their experiences growing up Black in America and South Africa. Plus, they celebrate Black wins and show off their BHM registries.
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48:15
Gaslighting and Ghosting with Melissa Kerman
This week, Bri and Ses sit down with Melissa Kerman, an NYC based writer and content creator. Melissa has a reach of over 100,000 people across Instagram and TikTok. You can count on her to offer candid thoughts on everything from gaslighting a...
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1:01:25
The race to love with author Cole Brown
This week, Ses and Bri sit down with political commentator, author and friend, Cole Brown, to explore his books, interracial dating and the ins and outs of navigating a non-linear career path.Cole Brown is the author of Grey Boy: Fin...
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New year, new (single) me?
Bri & Ses have both entered into new phases of life, and in this week’s episode the two discuss how they are navigating their new normals. Plus, they unpack the different ways in which men give them the “ick”.
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