
It’s the knot you can’t untangle - a problem so unique, it makes you feel alone. But what if you could talk to someone who gets it? On Proxy, we find just the person you were looking for, the person who can help you get a little less stuck. It’s not therapy - it’s emotional investigative journalism™️. Yowei Shaw, former host of Invisibilia, at your service. New cases every other Tuesday.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 36 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Nicole is an organizer who's good at channeling her anger. The problem is she can't always downshift.
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Erin wants to forgive the person she's holding a grudge against, but doesn't know how. Is it possible to just disappear resentment?
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Yowei and bedraggled podcast spouse Kyle broadcast (sorta) live from their car about where the campaign is at.
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High quality Investigative storytelling. Engrossing and uplifting- thanks Yowei 😊
Great stories, tactful and fresh approach to storytelling but half the episodes are ABOUT the making of the show—primarily about the raising of funds. It’s like a meta-podcast. A podcast reflecting the tedium of its production back to the audience.
Keep it up. This is a must listen podcast for me and I’m always so happy to see a new episode pop up on my feed!
Listening to Proxy is like having a deep tissue massage on my emotions. A real treat and extremely cathartic.
This podcast reminds me of the “golden age” of podcasts of Gimlet and narrative storytelling—when I first fell in love with podcasts. It’s informative, relatable, stays on topic, but also entertaining!
The host is incredible and I really love the sound engineering and music. I just listed to “Zakiya Used to be Fun” and kept finding myself relating so deeply.
Thank you for the wonderful work you are doing!
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A unique exploration of deeply emotional issues and personal narratives forms the crux of this podcast. Each episode pairs individuals facing significant life challenges with guests who share similar experiences, creating a platform for honesty and understanding. Themes often center around estrangement, forgiveness, and the emotional intricacies of relationships, and episodes feature expert insights alongside personal stories from guests, resulting in a rich tapestry of shared human experiences. The emotional investigative journalism approach not only seeks to unpack personal conundrums but also aims to offer a sense of connection and relief to listeners grappling with their own struggles. The podcast's production quality and thoughtful pre... more
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Proxy with Yowei Shaw launched 2 years ago and published 36 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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2. Jonathan Goldstein
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