Moody Monday

What happens when cinema goes pop?From highly stylised visuals to audience-first storytelling, a new genre of filmmaking is emerging and it feels a lot like pop music.Join Mariana Jocic⁠ as she explores a new era of cinema -“pop art cinema” - and why Wuthering Heights might be the perfect example.Follow Moody Monday here for all updates.Mariana Jocic holds a degree in Cinema and Media Studies and a diploma in Film and Television. She is currently undertaking postgraduate studies in psychology and is the founder of Mai Magazine Berlin.

This week on Moody Monday, we’re talking passion, creativity, and the hustle behind Berlin’s favorite Thai pop-up — Khao Soi.We chat about the transition from artist to chef, the realities of running a small food business, what The Bear gets right about kitchen life, and how important inspiration — and eating out — is to staying creative. We also play our game Top Pick Showdown, where we rank the most important aspects of running a restaurant. Plus, a very special behind-the-scenes look at what really happens on a day at a pop-up kitchen.Moody Monday is hosted by ⁠Marijana Jocic⁠Produced by ⁠MAI Productions

Trends are more than just the clothes people wear, the music they listen to, and the TV shows they watch. Language has trends too — and on this Moody Monday episode, we discuss which ones are really, realllly getting our knickers in a twist!Hosted by Marijana JocicMai magazine Berlin

The older we get, the more we learn that what people say doesn’t always match what they mean. This week on Moody Monday, we’re unpacking the classic catchphrases and myths that come bundled with adulthood, and discovering what’s really hiding beneath them.Moody Monday is hosted by Mariana Jocic and produced by MAI magazine

Why is there a worldwide shortage of matcha? What makes Gen Z the most sober generation in the last century? And how do we live longer?Moody Monday is hosted by Marijana Jocic and produced by MAI magazine .

This week on Moody Monday we discuss the pros and cons of having children. The importance of following your gut instincts, ikea, conspiracy theories and more!Moody Monday is a MAI Magazine production, and is hosted by Marijana Jocic a Berlin-based video producer, journalist and part-time psychology enthusiast.

From personal slip-ups to celebrity blunders, find out why saying "I'm sorry" is so tough—and take the quiz to find out which apology style fits you.Sound bite credits:Chris Rock stand-up (Selective Outrage 2023)It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)Hosted by Marijana JocicA MAI Magazine production

This week on Moody Monday join Dandy Deniz and Marijana Jocic for a special Japan Travel Diaries Edition! 🇯🇵 Tune in as they discuss fashion and makeup trends, manga, love hotels, and the ultimate debate: Is Cherry Blossom season overrated or underrated?Moody Monday is a MAI magazine production

This week on Moody Monday, we break down 2000 euro splurges, elephants in the room, the most common measures of success—everything from status and achievements to good looks, intellect, and philanthropy—and explore why mindfulness and joblessness are a match made in heaven that nobody wants to take home to their parents.

This week on Moody Monday, we talk about rocky starts, video art fails, biggest regrets, the pros and cons of video making, sexism within the industry, whether you need to study, the future of video, and whether AI is really going to take all of our jobs.MAI ProductionsHosted by Marijana Jocic

Am I too old for these pants, that dress, this drink, that party, or this job?Being unable to read the signs, roll with the punches, or admit defeat can be one of the most painful lessons we may never learn.This week on Moody Monday, we discuss aging, house parties, plastic surgery, mental health, and ask the question: Is it a pivot, or is it more like a twirl?MAI ProductionsHosted by Marijana Jocic

Moody Monday is back with an all-new episode where we discuss the secrets of resilient people, the power of awe, and our 2025 obsessions. 🩸Tune in to find out what's been ticking.Moody Monday is produced by MAI ProductionsHosted by Marijana Jocic a video producer, writer, creator and storyteller. Marijana is the co-founder of MAI Magazine Berlin a digital publication featuring all things arts and pop culture.

What happens when best friends breakup? This week on Moody Monday we discuss the power of girl bonds and friendships that should have lasted forever but didn't. Plus, we chat about style evolutions and share some of our tricks on how to battle the winter blues. Moody Monday is produced by MAI magazine

Moody Monday is back! Tune in this week as your host and MAI co-founder, Mariana Jocic, talks about everything from growing pains to whether if doing what makes you happy makes you the right person for the job, long-term relationships and what they're not telling you. And much more! Moody Monday is a MAI Magazine Production

This week on Moody Monday, we get personale with Ostia. In this episode, we talk with Sebastian Eppner and Albertine Sarges of the band Ostia about everything from the power of Duolingo and song lyrics, X Factor nightmares, the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the DIY music scene, the significance of creating an “Europop” album in post Brexit times, and why their band that was once known as Itaca became Ostia. Moody Monday is presented by MAI Magazine Join us IRL at Backhaus Projects for our MAI Pop Up shop from 14.10 - 17.10.

<video podcast> This week on Moody Monday I am joined with a very special guest: graphic designer, illustrator, and maker of MAI Magazine's Monster issue Petrichor music playlist and artwork, Sara Abbate. Join Sara Abbate aka Bubbola, as we chat about everything from music, summertime depression, the challenges of taking your work personally, daydreams, privacy and likes, the value of achieving piece of mind, and lots lots more. Come meet us at our MAI Pop up Shop 14.10.24-17.10.24 at ⁠⁠Backhaus Projects⁠⁠ Moody Monday is presented by https://maiberlin.com/⁠https://maiberlin.com/⁠ Support us via our ⁠Patreon

This week on Moody Moody, we discuss the currency of social media and online identity. We explore 'photo dumping', forgettable scrolling, Dunbar's Number, the crippling effects of persistent judgment, and why the more you have the more the sight to no end comes clean. Moody Monday is presented by MAI Magazine Support us on Patreon

This week on Moody Monday we share what we've been listening to, watching, reading, eating, buying, and more. Tune in to discover everything that we've BAWLRF'd. If bawlrfing were an actually word it would be one that was made up by a person, probably of the human variety, who has a speech impairment and/or who was drunk. Or both. Moody Monday is presented by MAI Magazine Berlin Help us create more Moody Monday episodes by support us here

In this week's Moody Monday episode, we discuss the fight-or-flight reflex, social norms, relationships, the ugly and untold truth about intuition, why we control ourselves, and what routine really brings to the table.

If we all want the same things, how do we keep our integrity when we don't get them? In this Moody Monday episode, we explore the challenges of maintaining integrity as an artist. We discuss when to draw the line, whether playing completely by the rules is a pastime reserved for the naive at heart, the importance of knowing yourself before making grand wishes, and the risk of losing yourself in the pursuit of gaining recognition. Head to our MAI Patreon to become a Moody Monday supporter.

What drives someone to go the extra mile, even when they've already won? This week on Moody Monday we start digging into the competitive spirit that fuels today’s most driven personalities. From Kim Kardashian’s grueling workout routine to Emma Chamberlain’s content creation, we discuss what pushes them—and others like them—to continually outdo the competition. Join us as we unravel the psychology behind the obsessive need to be the best, and question how relatable—or alienating—this mindset really is. Become a Moody Monday supporter by joining our Patreon

What's tour life really like? Join MAI co-founder Dandy Deniz, aka Deniz Winter—musician, designer, and part-time sales consultant—as he takes the hot seat with Moody Monday host Marijana Jocic. Listen as they discuss everything from video games, Charli XCX, Spotify, Midjourney, staying punk, and lots more! To listen to the fully uncensored episode join our MAI Patreon

Get down and dirty in a special speed-dating get-to-know-you session with Moody Monday host and MAI magazine’s co-founder, Marijana Jocic. Listen in as she spills her guts on everything from favorite books, the love of sleep, Winoforever, why she made a magazine, how to make money as an artist, and lots, lots more.

What happens when your partner tells you their career comes first? This week on Moody Monday we discuss relationships vs career, how to find value and meaning in your work, tattoos, regrets, what constitutes a well-lived life, and lots more.

Step inside our Moody Monday confessional, where secrets are revealed as we spin to play. We'll uncover our guilty pleasures, girl crushes, biggest disappointments, current obsessions, and answer your questions.

we dive into the world of imposter syndrome, exploring why so many of us feel like frauds despite our accomplishments. Tune in as we discuss the psychological roots of this phenomenon, share our stories, and give tips on how to overcome the pervasive feelings of self-doubt that affect more than 70% of all people at some point in their lives.

How does anxiety (really) work? In this week's Moody Monday episode, we explore mental health, how anxiety disorders develop, anxiety and the way it differs from regular stress and nervousness, common misuses of mental health terminology on social media, and the importance of awareness and education.

This week we are talking about the aging artist. The elephant in the room. When do you know if you’re a late bloomer or if you’re just past it? Can you be past it as an artist? How do you measure success? Are there age barriers to success?And how to distinguish if giving up is the right move, or if it just makes you a quitter?

This week on Moody Monday we discuss wellness trends, risks of addiction, how to find balance and shift perspective.