2 R A W with Damian Kosior

I won’t lie — this one comes from the edge of a breakdown. After stepping into a catering manager role, I suddenly found myself covering six units with barely any training when everything shifted overnight. What followed was chaos: stressful stock orders, constant miscommunication, lack of support, and the pressure of trying to keep everything running while nothing felt under control. I talk about the reality behind the role — the audits, the shortages, the impossible schedules — alongside a company conference that felt more isolating than inspiring, and an awards night overshadowed by work stress. I also open up about a moment that hit deeper than expected, triggering body image struggles and forcing me to confront some uncomfortable truths. This episode is messy, overwhelmed, and honest — about burnout, pressure, missing where I came from, and trying to hold it together when everything feels like too much. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

This episode is split into two halves: before and after manager training. In the first half, recorded on my last day of holiday, I reflect on recent hangouts, give a blunt Wagamama’s review, touch on pop culture opinions, and open up about leaving a toxic workplace that drained me mentally. I also share my anxiety going into training. In the second half, I recap the reality of training in Leicester — learning the technical side of the role, navigating hotel chaos and busy services, receiving some positive feedback, and ultimately getting hit with a stomach illness that cut the week short. An honest, introspective look at expectations vs. reality and what this next chapter really feels like. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

On the first official day of holiday before training for a new role, I hit record and let it all out. With my schedule rearranged and a big transition ahead, I talk about feeling overwhelmed, out of sync, and struggling with motivation, body image, and routine changes. I share the chaos of slipping in the mud at Junction One while picking up a very underwhelming Secret Santa gift, wrapping up seven years with my old team, and the unexpected loneliness that came with saying goodbye. From Chinese New Year “rules” to venting about difficult customers, food mishaps, and my Grammys opinions, this episode is a messy, honest snapshot of burnout, change, and trying to reset before the next chapter begins.....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

In this episode I reflect on stepping into a new chapter after being promoted to a manager role and what it’s been like to look back on my years at work from a new perspective. Inspired by Noah Kahan’s album The Great Divide, this episode explores transition, growth, and the space between who you were and who you’re becoming. I talk about managing new brands, evolving responsibilities, and how life can feel like different seasons of a TV show. I also share dreams of building my own brands and businesses, ending on a hopeful, grateful note about the support around me and the road ahead. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

This unplanned episode was sparked by a meaningful conversation with my site director and turned into a full reflection on December and everything it stirred up. I talk through work tensions, holiday parties, complicated feelings about Christmas, and even the small but telling struggles—like not knowing what to wear when you’re changing as a person. The episode centers on letting go of old patterns, focusing on personal growth, and choosing myself as I step into a new chapter, including plans to start a YouTube channel. Along the way, I share moments with friends, thoughtful gifts, and my very mixed emotions about the Stranger Things finale. A reflective close to a month all about shedding and moving forward. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

After a much-needed break, I’m back and catching you up on everything life has been throwing my way. From emotional overwhelm and retrograde chaos to feeling out of place in social settings, this episode explores the messy mix of moods, opinions, and realizations I’ve been sitting with lately. I open up about stress, burnout, the pressure of the holidays, and the small (and not-so-small) things that have been testing my patience. We’ll also touch on mental health, shifting energy, and what I’ve been learning from a self-help book that’s hitting a little too close to home. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

Locked out, lifted up, and learning along the way — this episode has it all. Join me as I relive the hilarious saga of getting stranded outside my own apartment, then shift into the deeper reflections sparked during a family-filled weekend. From raw conversations about life transitions to chaotic shopping adventures, sibling rivalry, and strange signs from nature, it’s a mix of chaos, clarity, and connection. I also share an unexpected airport encounter and some honest insights on stress, anxiety, and the self-help book currently reshaping my mindset. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

In this long-awaited holiday episode, I open up about a tough day and an emotional trip to Poland that stirred more than I expected. Between family tensions, travel chaos, and moments of unexpected clarity, I unpack what it means to grow, let go, and move forward. With humor, honesty, and a touch of nostalgia, this episode captures a pivotal moment in my life—where endings blur into beginnings and everything feels in transition. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

Hell week at work. Teenage staff who think showing up counts as effort. Me, hanging on by caffeine and sarcasm. Somewhere in the middle of all that, I realized I might finally understand why older coworkers rant about “kids these days.” Let’s talk lazy shifts, work culture, and whether the “snowflake” label actually fits. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

This week, I’m reflecting on fake marketing, consumerism, and how easily we get caught up in the illusion of “having it all.” Between helping some friends move out and settling into the early autumn mood, I couldn’t help but notice how much of life feels curated—like we’re all just trying to live up to some invisible ad campaign. Let’s slow down, unpack the noise, and get real about what actually feels genuine. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

In this episode, I unpack the emotional tug-of-war of trying to share optimism and manifest positivity with a mom who sees the world through a pessimistic lens. What feels like hope and possibility to me comes across as naïve—or even delusional—to her. Join me as I talk through the frustration, the clash of perspectives, and the deeper question: can you hold onto your vision for a brighter future when the person who raised you doesn’t believe in it? ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

Sometimes you need to leave everything behind to remember who you are. In this episode, I reflect on glamping under the stars, the rhythm of festival culture, and what it’s really like to travel with friends. Between the laughter, the quiet moments, and the long drives, I found pieces of myself I didn’t know I’d lost. ...message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

Metallic taste, body dismorphia and virginity. We didn’t plan this. We hit play on Lorde’s surprise drop Virgin—and it hit back. Hard. In this raw, off-the-cuff episode, we unpack an album that feels like skin peeled back to the bone. Virgin is not the Lorde you think you know—it's guttural, stripped, and uncomfortably honest. We talk through the aching vocals, the lyrical gut-punches, and the emotional landscape she scorches and then salts. No notes. No script. Just real-time reaction to an artist laying herself bare....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

Cat piss, marathon mom and ear piercings. June is my month. In this episode, I dive into birthday plans, the chaos and calm of my holiday week, and the impulsive decision to pierce my own ears. I’m catching up on life, shows, and sleep—taking space to breathe, reflect, and just exist for a minute. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

The young and the stupid. This week was chaos—and we’re not sugarcoating it. In Yawn, we talk about what it means to hit a wall, stop performing, and just exist in the mess. From showing up empty to redefining productivity, this is an honest breakdown of a week where “functioning” felt optional. Not polished, not perfect—just real. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

Ketchup and mayhem. In this episode, we’re catching up on all the chaos we've missed—starting with Lorde’s mysterious new era and what her latest album might mean for the pop landscape. We also dive into the madness of You Season 5 and its twisted final arc, plus Lady Gaga’s surprise Coachella moment that has the internet spiraling. Sprinkle in some viral nonsense and online weirdness, and you've got a classic post-hiatus unraveling. Buckle up. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

Bad habits, overdue bills and black mirror. This one’s for the days when everything feels pointless. When you’re tired of trying, tired of pretending you’re okay, and nothing seems to change no matter how hard you push. We’re talking about that numb, stuck place — the hopeless kind, where it feels like you’ve run out of options and energy. No quick fixes here, just real talk about surviving that space, sitting with it, and maybe finding a little light in the dark.....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

Charity events, manifestations and old people in coffee shops. In this explosive episode, we let it all out— burnout, frustration, and the urge to walk away—when life and work push you too far.....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

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A deep dive into the state of public healthcare—flawed systems, long waits, and the reality of seeking help when you need it most. Plus, a firsthand account of a traumatic night at A&E that exposed just how broken things really are. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

This episode, we’re talking about those little glitch in the matrix moments when life mirrors art in the strangest ways. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

It’s been two years since RAW began, and we’re celebrating by revisiting Season One. In this special episode, we go through the titles of our first episodes, sharing memories, behind-the-scenes stories, and even revealing more than we did back then. Whether you’ve been here since the start or just joined, this is a look back at how it all began.....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

In this episode, it’s all about getting to know me—no filters, no holding back. I’m answering 50 questions about everything, from my past and passions to the little things that make me who I am. Expect honest answers, unexpected stories, and maybe even some surprises along the way. If you’re new here or just want a deeper look into my world, this is the perfect place to start. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.

Welcome to the very first episode of 2 RAW — a fresh start and a new chapter. This podcast is all about real, unfiltered conversations, diving deep into my past while looking ahead to a bright and positive future. In this episode, I open up about where I’ve been, what’s shaped me, and what’s to come. Get ready for honest reflections, personal stories, and the beginning of something truly raw. ....message meSupport the showDiscover more:.Home.Glimpse.Noise.Flicks.Tunes.Rotation.r a w - Season 1 available to stream on Apple Podcasts and Spotify..Come find me and let's chat.