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The Cramming Effect

by Sofia Piggott and Ruju Dani

Catch Listerine-strip-fanatics Sofia Piggott and Ruju Dani dive into the depths of their student lives for you, yes you specifically. Want to improve your productivity? We gotchu. Looking to boost confidence? We gotchu. Catching feels? WE. GOTCHU. All this and a whole lot of cramming, every other Sunday.

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  1. 10. The one where they accept their lactose intolerance

    So you’re an adult now. The real question is, would your younger self bully the person you are today? If your answer is yes, well by golly you’ve done it. We dreamed of being adults since we were kids and now it’s the thing we’re desperately running from. Though the transition away from…

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  2. 9. Unlearning Stress: the Secret to Collegiate Success

    A good cry or a hearty scream can work wonders to alleviate stress in the moment, but are those long term solutions? Maybe. In this episode, we identify sources of stress and reflect on why we tend to hold on to it. The fear of failure and the fear of success create a lethal spiral that is often...

  3. 8. Farm to Table, Egg to Floor

    The endless supply of cereal and ice cream both in the dining halls and at home is one of the best things in life, but what happens when we have to cook for ourselves? We’re continuing to explore the world of cooking and just figure it all out. We dove into meal prep, kitchen confidence…

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  4. 7. Time is an Illusion

    Time is often associated with the rhythmic tick of a clock or the buzz of a timer, but how do we relate to time on a daily basis? In this episode, we explore the connection between time and happiness, the restraints of money and time, and the pressure of using time efficiently. The fear of…

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  5. 6. Lingo, Jargon, & Patois: The Cramming Effect Appendix

    Ok listen. “Vibing” is single-handedly the best response to the million dollar question: “How are you?” The word encompasses a wide range of emotions, but what does it truly mean? What does any of the slang we say truly mean? In producing the past 5 episodes, we realized that we use a lot of…

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  6. 5. Getting Creative with Empathy

    It’s a task easier said than done. Empathy allows us to learn from the experiences of other people and gain perspectives in a way that benefits both ourselves and society. In this episode, we look at the lessons we have learned, the ideologies of empathy, and the ways we try to practice it in our...

  7. 4. Tipping the Scale of Life in Your Favor

    Maintaining a sense of balance in life is not a simple task. This episode focuses on trying to view balance holistically while battling obstacles like image, social media, and internalized pressure. And if you're not using Google Calendar, well, good luck Charlie.

  8. 3. How to be assertive when the stakes are extremely low

    This episode highlights the intersectionality of identity and assertiveness. We ponder the stereotypes and expectations of professionalism in college and how we navigate these spaces. Turns out, it's hard to be assertive even when the stakes are extremely low.

  9. 2. Productivity? Never heard of it.

    In this episode, we explore the individuality of personal progress and what it means to be productive. We discuss how quarantine has changed our daily routines and dive into scheduling in some free time. Productivity is a myth, just like time and the idea of feeling cheeky.

  10. 1. The Friendship Pyramid Scheme

    This episode is all about college, friendships, and quarantine. Do you feel internal panic when waved at by a stranger? How do you determine what friendship tier you are on and is it mutual? We got the answers!

  11. 0. The Beginning

    All your pressing questions answered in one shot.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Catch Listerine-strip-fanatics Sofia Piggott and Ruju Dani dive into the depths of their student lives for you, yes you specifically. Want to improve your productivity? We gotchu. Looking to boost confidence? We gotchu. Catching feels? WE. GOTCHU. All this and a whole lot of cramming, every other Sunday.

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Sofia Piggott and Ruju Dani

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Catch Listerine-strip-fanatics Sofia Piggott and Ruju Dani dive into the depths of their student lives for you, yes you specifically. Want to improve your productivity? We gotchu. Looking to boost confidence? We gotchu. Catching feels? WE. GOTCHU. All this and a whole lot of cramming, every other...

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The Cramming Effect is created and hosted by Sofia Piggott and Ruju Dani.
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