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ease is a weekly podcast hosted by nailea devora and justus bryce. through curiosity, vulnerability, and authentic conversation, we explore the questions we're all thinking. whether it's a conversation between ourselves or with someone who's spent years mastering their craft, every episode is driven by a desire to better understand ourselves and the world around us. new episodes every friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why Do We Look to the Stars for Answers? ft. Aliza Kelly | ease
this week, we’re joined by astrologer Aliza Kelly to explore the deeper side of astrology and why we turn to the stars to better understand ourselves. we talk about how Aliza found astrology in her twenties, how our birth charts might help us better understand our personalities and emotions, and why we’re so drawn to finding meaning in things we can’t always explain.
Aliza also reads our birth charts, helps us make sense of family patterns and generational experiences, and shares a different way of looking at the unknown. maybe we don’t need to...
Why Am I So Embarrassed of My Younger Self?
why are we so embarrassed of who we used to be? i used to hate when people would send me old photos of myself. instead of feeling nostalgic, i'd immediately cringe.
in today's episode of ease, i'm looking back at the versions of myself i spent years trying to distance myself from and wondering why i was so embarrassed of someone who was literally just figuring life out. we're talking about wanting to fit in, childhood insecurities, and how some of the things we once wanted to change about ourselves eventually become the things we love most...
How Fashion Helped Me Find Myself with Bi Pham | ease
this week, we’re chatting with fashion designer Bi Pham about growing up as an immigrant, figuring out what he actually wanted to do with his life, and finding his place in the fashion industry. we get into his family’s move from vietnam to the u.s., why he initially pursued science, and what eventually led him to fashion. plus, Bi shares stories from his time on Project Runway, talks about reconnecting with his vietnamese culture through design, and why fashion has become about so much more than just clothes for him. let’s get into it!
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Consistency Will Be the Death of Me | ease with Nailea Devora
what if consistency isn’t about having the perfect routine or suddenly becoming a completely different person? this week, i’m talking about my complicated relationship with consistency, why doing the same thing every day feels nearly impossible to me, and what i’ve learned from having to show up for something every single week. we’re talking creativity, confidence, keeping promises to yourself, and the boring little things no one talks about when you’re working toward something you really want. maybe consistency is less about doing everything perfectly and more about proving to yourself, little by little, that you’l...
Can Your Space Change How You Feel? | ease
this week, we’re chatting with feng shui educator, architect, and author Anjie Cho about how the spaces around us can influence our energy, emotions, and everyday lives. we’re getting into what feng shui actually means, how different areas of our homes can connect to things like abundance and relationships, and how the objects we surround ourselves with might be affecting the way we feel without us even realizing it. plus, Anjie shares simple ways to shift the energy in your space, work with what you already have, and create a home that feels more supportive of the life...
Am I Letting Fear Control My Life? | ease with Nailea Devora
what if the things you’re afraid of right now are just one small part of a much bigger story? this week, i'm chatting about fear, faith, anxiety, the pressure to control everything, and learning to trust that life might be unfolding exactly as it should. plus, i’m looking back at old journal entries, unpacking some of my own fear-based thoughts, and talking about how sometimes the biggest changes are the ones happening within us. maybe the hard moments are just part of the plot, and maybe we don’t have to have everything figured out to know that i...
Why Weren’t We Taught This About Our Bodies? ft. Dr. Natalie Crawford | ease
this week, we’re talking about all the things we wish we learned about our bodies sooner, from fertility and hormones to PCOS, egg freezing, and what actually happens at the OBGYN. Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down the basics, answers the questions we don’t always know who to ask, and shares what she wishes more women understood about their bodies and reproductive health. let’s get into it!
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Why Do Some People Feel So Authentic? | ease
this week, we’re chatting about growing up, changing as a person, and figuring out how to feel more comfortable being ourselves. we talk about authenticity, childhood, social media, insecurities, and why becoming a better version of yourself sometimes means letting go. let’s get into it!
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What Would I Do If Money Didn’t Matter? | ease with Nailea Devora
this week, i’m thinking about what actually makes me feel fulfilled and why it’s so easy to get caught up in chasing whatever comes next. i’ve been reflecting on the things that make me feel happy, connected, and genuinely excited to be alive, and whether i’d actually feel any different if i had everything i thought i wanted. plus, a very important hypothetical: what would i do if i suddenly had $100 million and nothing to worry about? let’s get into it!
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You Don't Have to Have Your Life Figured Out | ease
this week, we’re chatting about chasing our passions, getting more comfortable with failure, and learning to slow down when life starts to feel overwhelming. we talk about therapy, isolation phases, how art and music make us feel alive, and what it means to keep figuring things out as we go. plus, a very important conversation about accidentally backing into a garage door. let’s get into it!
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What Happens When You Put Yourself Out There? | ft. Lizabanks Campagna | ease
this week, we sit down with comedian, tour guide, and history lover Lizabanks Campagna to talk about starting stand-up at a young age, growing up as a “weird kid,” and what it means to find your voice. we get into the pressure of being seen, bombing on stage, building confidence, and learning to stay grounded as more people start paying attention. plus, Lizabanks shares her favorite historical hot takes, her dunkin' order, and what she's learned about putting yourself out there and staying true to who you are. let’s get into it!
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Why Does Everything Feel So Different? | ease
this week, we're talking about everything that's been on our minds lately: ai, the internet, and how much harder it's becoming to know what's real. we talk about everything from ai scams and deepfakes to the pace of technology and how it's changing our everyday lives, while unpacking the things that have been making us stop and think. we also talk about the friendships, routines, and little moments that help keep us grounded through it all. if you've been feeling both fascinated and overwhelmed by how quickly the world is changing, this conversation is for you. let's get into...
Finding My Way Back to What I Love | ease with Nailea Devora
this week, i'm opening up about my journey with youtube, growing up online, and finding my way back to what i've always loved most: creating. we talk about how my relationship with work and creativity has changed over the years, the pressure that can come with building a career online, and what it looks like to rediscover what genuinely fulfills you. if you've ever felt yourself growing into a new version of who you are, this conversation is for you. let's get into it.
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The Truth About Growing Up Online with Linh Truong | ease
this week, we sit down with creator, artist, and storyteller, Linh Truong, to talk about growing up on youtube, building a creative career and learning to trust yourself along the way. we discuss burnout, authenticity, finding your voice online, taking creative risks and why success looks different for everyone. whether you're a creator or simply figuring out your next chapter, this conversation is full of honest reflections and thoughtful advice. let's get into it!
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The Kind of Love We're Actually Looking For | ease
this week, we catch up on everything from soulmates to reincarnation, love languages, and what dating looks like in your 20s. we're opening up about finding the right person, learning to love yourself first, and why growing on your own might be the best relationship advice we've ever received. let’s get into it!
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What Everyone Should Know About AI | ease
this week, we sit down with NYU professor and director of the Center for Responsible AI, Dr. Julia Stoyanovich, to break down what artificial intelligence actually is, how it works, and why understanding it matters more than ever. from chatgpt and ai companions to job loss, human connection, and the environmental impact of ai, we explore the technology without the hype or fear. whether you use ai every day or you're still skeptical of it, this conversation is all about separating fact from fiction and learning how to think more critically about the tools shaping our future. let's get...
Trying to Make Sense of It All | ease
this week, we're talking about the ether, the universe, quantum physics, and the moments that make us wonder if there's more going on than we can explain. we get into the ideas that have been on our minds lately, the questions we keep coming back to, and why we're so fascinated by the things we can't fully understand. whether you're skeptical or fully believe in it all, we're just sharing what we've been thinking about lately. let's get into it!
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Looking Back at the Hardest Period of My Life | ease with Nailea Devora
this week, i'm opening up about my journey with depression, the impact of living with undiagnosed adhd, and the moment everything reached a breaking point. i'm sharing what those hardest years looked like, how i finally got answers, and what helped me start rebuilding trust in myself. recovery hasn't been a straight line, but i've learned so much about self-compassion, healing, and taking things one day at a time. let's get into it!
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Growing Up Means Thinking About This Stuff | ease
this week, we're catching up on everything that's been on our minds lately. from growing up and making sense of the world around us to superstitions, friendship, and putting yourself out there. we also chat about staying hopeful during uncertain times, learning from people with different perspectives, and why the best growth often comes from honest conversations. let's get into it!
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Building a Business Without Losing Yourself with Mason Spector | ease
this week on ease, we sit down with Mason Spector, co-founder of Madhappy, for a conversation about building something meaningful, staying connected to your purpose, and navigating the highs and lows that come with growth. Mason reflects on the journey of creating a brand rooted in optimism, community, and mental health, and shares what he’s learned along the way.
we talk about entrepreneurship, identity, creativity, and the pressure that can come with building a company in the public eye. Mason opens up about resilience, finding balance, and why meaningful connection remains at the center of ev...
The Version of Me That Only Exists in New York | ease
this week, we're talking about all things travel. from running around new york city to reflecting on what it means to leave your routine behind, we explore how traveling can change the way you see the world and yourself. we discuss the excitement of new places, the reality of travel burnout, and why some of the most meaningful moments happen when you slow down and take it all in. whether you're exploring a new city or learning to appreciate your hometown with fresh eyes, this conversation is all about growth, curiosity, and self discovery. let's get into it!
Reece Feldman on How Social Media Is Reshaping Entertainment | ease
this week, we sit down with Reece Feldman to talk about what it means to exist between hollywood and social media. from walking the oscars red carpet to working behind the scenes on major film sets, Reece shares how he built a career translating the entertainment industry for a new generation and why authenticity is reshaping how stories get told. let's get into it!
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Rest, Play, and Actually Enjoying Your Life | ease
this week we’re talking about burnout, guilt, rest, and the pressure to always be productive. from feeling stuck on the “hamster wheel” of life to learning how to slow down, play, and actually recharge, this episode is a reminder that you deserve time to just exist. we also talk about emotional masking, reconnecting with yourself, and why rest shouldn’t feel like something you have to earn. let's get into it!
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What Your Anxiety Might Be Trying to Tell You | ease
this week at ease, we’re joined by Dr. Ellen Vora, a psychiatrist, speaker, and author of the #1 bestselling book, The Anatomy of Anxiety.
we chat about the distinction between “false” and “true” anxiety, the wellness industrial complex, and how we can treat anxiety by understanding the root causes from physical imbalance to unmet psychospiritual needs. let’s get into it!
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#FBF - Why Eating Feels So Complicated
flashback friday! as we continue preparing new conversations, take a moment to listen to one of our favorite episodes and see if you hear anything you maybe missed before, enjoy.
This week at ease, we’re joined by registered dietitian Kylie Sakaida for a gentle, honest, and deeply relatable conversation about our relationship with food. From food anxiety to bloating, diet culture to self-trust, we explore why eating can feel so emotionally complicated in a world full of rules, noise, and pressure. Kylie helps us reframe nourishment not as perfection, but as curiosity, flexibility, and care. No...
#FBF - How NBA Stars Sleep Like Champions: Dr. Cheri Mah’s Sleep Science Secrets
flashback friday! as we continue preparing new conversations, take a moment to listen to one of our first episodes and see if you hear anything you maybe missed before, enjoy.
join Nailea and Justus at the table with Dr. Cheri Mah. Dr. Mah unpacks what we often get wrong about rest, and why sleep is a game-changer for both mental and physical performance. she shares how Gen Z can redefine productivity by prioritizing recovery, and what science really says about getting better sleep. let's get into it!
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UCLA Film Professor Shows You How to Become an Excellent Storyteller
this week at ease, we’re joined by professor and head of the department of cinematography at UCLA’s School of Theater, Film, and Television, Bill McDonald. we discuss ideas like staying true to your voice as an artist and the significance of storytelling. we also explore different factors that shape one’s work and how patience and curiosity help foster artistic expression. if you’ve ever felt unsure about your creative voice, this episode is for you, let’s get into it!
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You're Not Awkward, You're Just Doing This
this week on ease we’re talking about awkwardness. we talk about why it’s not something to fear or fix. we also explore how confidence comes from staying present and not abandoning who you are just to escape an awkward moment. If you've ever overanalyzed a pause or felt the pressure to perform, this episode is for you. let's get into it!
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UCLA Film School Dean: Who Actually Gets to Be a Filmmaker?
this week at ease nailea and justus sit down with film scholar and UCLA’s dean of theater, film and television, celine parreñas shimizu. from what shapes cinema and colonial gazes to the role of education, creative responsibility, and the ethical tensions of AI in film, this episode asks what it means to create cinema with authenticity. no matter where you are in your relationship to film or creative expression, this conversation invites you to approach it all with a little more curiosity and ease. let's get into it!
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You Shared Your Stories… Now We’re Responding
welcome back to another episode of ease, today we have a solo episode from our host, nailea! we don't always get to all of your questions so nai took some time to respond to you. keep sending your stories and we'll be back with another guest next week. let's get into it!
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Can Men and Women Really Just Be Friends?
This week on ease, we’re diving into a conversation that a lot of us think about but don’t always know how to talk about, gender dynamics. From the way men and women are taught to express emotions, to the expectations placed on masculinity and femininity, we explore how these ideas quietly shape friendships, dating, and the way we understand each other. To help us unpack this, we invited a male perspective into the conversation, Justus’s brother, Caden, who grew up surrounded by women and brings an honest, thoughtful lens to what it means to grow up naviga...
What Gender Roles Do to Us
This week on ease, we’re diving into a conversation that a lot of us think about but don’t always know how to talk about, gender dynamics. From the way men and women are taught to express emotions, to the expectations placed on masculinity and femininity, we explore how these ideas quietly shape friendships, dating, and the way we understand each other. To help us unpack this, we invited a male perspective into the conversation, Justus’s brother, Caden, who grew up surrounded by women and brings an honest, thoughtful lens to what it means to grow up naviga...
Why Eating Feels So Complicated
This week at ease, we’re joined by registered dietitian Kylie Sakaida for a gentle, honest, and deeply relatable conversation about our relationship with food. From food anxiety to bloating, diet culture to self-trust, we explore why eating can feel so emotionally complicated in a world full of rules, noise, and pressure. Kylie helps us reframe nourishment not as perfection, but as curiosity, flexibility, and care. No matter where you’re at in your relationship with food, your body, or “healthy eating,” this episode invites you to approach it all with a little more ease. Enjoy!
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How to Be a Good Partner
This week on ease, love is in the air this time of year, so we’re diving back into the conversation on love, relationships, and how to become better partners, with the help of Dr. Kate. Our last conversation sparked so many questions, so we invited her back for deeper follow-ups on dating anxiety in the age of apps, emotional attachment and sex, physical vs. mental attraction, trusting again after toxic relationships, and what it really means to find “the one.” We also open the floor to you, our audience, for a special segment featuring real voice memos about long d...
Why We Believe What We Believe
This week at ease, we’re joined by bestselling author and religious scholar Dr. Reza Aslan for a deep, curious, and open-hearted conversation about belief. From childhood faith to adult skepticism, we explore how religion, spirituality, and culture shape the ways we seek meaning in our lives. Reza helps us understand how belief systems offer clarity, connection, and compassion. No matter where you’re at on your inner journey, this episode invites you to think more expansively about what you believe, and why. Enjoy!
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What Stops Us From Starting (Fear, Shame, and Comparison)
This week at ease, we’re exploring what it means to stay curious and creative. In a world that moves fast and asks us to have all the answers, we slow down with a gentle, expansive conversation about learning, creativity, and staying soft enough to evolve. From making mistakes to making meaning, this episode is for the ones trying to figure it out without losing themselves in the process. Nailea and Justus reflect on what school never taught us, how our creativity gets shaped by self-worth, and the lifelong work of rebuilding how we define intelligence. Together, we unpack th...
The Conversation On Feeling Lost You Wish You Had Sooner
This week at ease, we are back for our first guest of season two, Dr. Varun Soni! Dr. Soni joins the table for a soft, expansive conversation on what it means to find your North Star, even if you don’t believe in one. As a chaplain, scholar, and spiritual advisor, Varun helps us unpack what we’re really searching for when we say we feel lost. Together, we explore the quiet inner compass that lives beneath fear, anxiety, and doubt. From gut feelings to intuition, ego to inner knowing, this episode is for the seekers, skeptics, spiritual girls, and...
Reinvention Isn’t Always a Rebrand
Off the table, Nailea and Justus dive into a raw conversation about what it means to reinvent yourself in the new year, not through chasing trends or leaving everything behind, but by returning to who you were before the world told you who to be. They reflect on the pressure to “glow up” every new year, the parts of us we’ve buried to survive, and how healing often looks like softness, not spectacle. From unlearning shame to learning how to actually see yourself again, this episode is a reminder that growth doesn’t have to be loud, and maybe th...
What This Year Taught Us
Looking into the new year, Nailea and Justus reflect on everything that shaped them in 2025. From the surprises, to the growth, to the small wins they didn’t see coming. They talk about letting go of old habits, what they’re still working through, and how they’re approaching 2026 with more clarity and care. It’s soft, honest, and a little messy, in the way most growth is. Think of it as a year-end reset, here to remind you that you don’t have to figure it all out to move forward.
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Stop Fighting Your Growth: What If Changing Your Path Is the Plan?
This week at ease, Dave Henderson joins the table for a gentle, unexpected conversation about legacy, family, and all the invisible work that holds us up. Dave spent decades building medical offices across California, but really, he was building something deeper: trust, consistency, and a community within his business. In this episode, we talk about why jobs aren’t forever, why success has to come from within, and how your job isn’t your purpose. Dave opens up about carrying a family business, leading quietly, navigating early failures, and the moment he realized that real purpose isn’t found in tit...
