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Self-Assembly

by Zach Cusson

One man's attempt to assemble the ever-evolving puzzle of human existence through the art of conversation, barely coherent ramblings, and corny jokes.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 13 - Self-Selections #01

    We're trying something new today friends! We're taking a solo exploration into the inner fabric off my own mind! A frightening prospect indeed. On our very first "Self-Selection," I'm ranting and rambling about the greatest mystery of life...consciousness! What is it? Where does it come from? And...

  2. Episode 12 - Adam Flaherty

    On this episode of Self-Assembly, we speak with Adam Flaherty, co-host of the podcast Modern Dadhood. We had an excellent conversation about all the ups and downs of being a parent and how the experience can forever alter your own sense of self. Listen and subscribe to Modern Dadhood!...

  3. Episode 11 - Grant Hill

    Grant Hill joins us to talk about the wild adventure he went on while producing his latest project, an investigative podcast called Serum. It's a truly mind-blowing journey about divine intervention, goat's blood, and a cure for AIDS. Come join us and see how deep the rabbit hole goes (no shame...

  4. Episode 10 - Shannon Davis

    For our final conversation on death, my fiancée and partner for the past 8 years joins Self-Assembly. Like so many others, 2020 was a rough year for us. But for Shannon and her family, it was permanently life-altering. She lost two integral members of her family in a matter of weeks to Covid-19…

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  5. Episode 09 - Dr. Tori Tucker

    Dr. Victoria Tucker is a palliative care nurse and nursing historian. She's helped countless people and their families navigate the journey of death and has learned an immense amount about living because of it. We talk about the roll a palliative care team can play in one's healthcare experience...

  6. Episode 08 - Rosie Cima

    Rosie Cima is a singer/songwriter and a journalist. Some years ago she lost a friend who was very close to her in a tragic accident and it became a transformational moment for her. Suddenly the notion of how fragile life can be became all too real. In this episode we dissect her song Waxwing and...

  7. Episode 07 - Travis Boyd

    Losing someone in your family is never easy. Losing your mother at 12-years-old is unimaginable. Despite experiencing such a dark, traumatic moment at such a young age, this episode's guest, Travis Boyd emerged with a spirit so large and bright that it almost has its own orbit. We talk about the...

  8. Episode 06 - CJ Kelliher

    Aging can be frightening. In many ways, it marks a pivotal moment in our lives where the independence we once enjoyed and likely took for granted, suddenly dwindles. It can be challenging to maintain a sense of purpose when your body simply can't take you through life in the ways it used to. For...

  9. Self-Assembly 2022 Trailer

    It's been a bit y'all! Self-Assembly is finally making its triumphant return and I could not be more excited to share some incredible conversations with you! We're starting with a series on death - something we all have some experience with but never really get the chance to unpack with one...

  10. Episode 05 - Cusson Brothers

    For the season finale of Self-Assembly I invited my best friends in the world for a conversation about creativity and conversing with your own inner monologue. They also happen to be my younger brothers. Check out Spencer's band WKEAH at https://wkeah.bandcamp.com/

  11. Episode 04 - Ahmad Asaad

    Ahmad Asaad is a cinematographer based in the Washington D.C. area. He's got a ton of variety in his portfolio from short films, to documentaries, to music videos and he also works on videos for AJ+. We had a super fun conversation about the role spirituality plays in his life and what it takes…

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  12. Episode 03 - Christian Bryant

    Christian Bryant, also known as CB, is a journalist and host of the evening news program In The Loop on Newsy. We had a great chat about working in media and all that goes into presenting information to the public. He assures me that he does NOT have a direct phone line to the Illuminati. Follow...

  13. Episode 02 - Melissa Lavasani

    Melissa Lavasani was suffering a debilitating bout of depression. She contemplated taking her own life because in her mind, she just wanted to, "give some relief to my family." Finding little relief in the conventional methods of treatment, Melissa turned to a drug that's been making waves in the...

  14. Episode 01 - Paul Ramsay

    The first time I met Paul Ramsay I was on stage wearing a luchador mask in front of my entire high school class. It was the first time I had been hypnotized by Paul and the experience left me feeling charged and infinitely more curious about the potential of the human mind and its ability to...

  15. Self Assembly Trailer

    A quick preview of what's to come on Self Assembly! First episode launches October 22.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

One man's attempt to assemble the ever-evolving puzzle of human existence through the art of conversation, barely coherent ramblings, and corny jokes.

HOSTED BY

Zach Cusson

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How many episodes does Self-Assembly have?

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One man's attempt to assemble the ever-evolving puzzle of human existence through the art of conversation, barely coherent ramblings, and corny jokes.

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Self-Assembly has 15 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Self-Assembly is created and hosted by Zach Cusson.
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