The Hardcore Therapist 137- Shi (SCARBORO)

In this episode of The Hardcore Therapist Podcast, Sarah sits down with Shi (pronounced “Shur”), guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for the New York City punk band SCARBORO. For over a decade, SCARBORO has been part of the modern NYC hardcore and punk scene, blending melodic hardcore energy with raw, honest lyrics about mental health, resilience, activism, and the realities of adulthood within punk culture.

Shi shares the story behind the band, the evolution of the New York punk scene, and how music can become a space to process identity, struggle, and personal growth. The conversation dives into the creative process, the emotional side of songwriting, and what it takes to keep creating in a scene that is constantly changing.

If you’re a fan of punk rock, hardcore music, DIY culture, and honest conversations about mental health and creativity, this episode is for you.