

the matcha diaries
cara and leo
Welcome to the matcha diaries - our spoken diary on how to survive your twenties (semi) sane.
Each week we'll be discussing different topics that are close to our hearts. From finding self-love, navigating relationships, to all things mental health.
So pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as we get deep and motivate each other to be the best versions of ourselves. ☕
Each week we'll be discussing different topics that are close to our hearts. From finding self-love, navigating relationships, to all things mental health.
So pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as we get deep and motivate each other to be the best versions of ourselves. ☕
Episodes
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Dec 9, 2020 • 52min
The truth about being a runner
Our first fitness focused episode!🏃🏻
This week we’re so excited to be speaking to our guest Liv (aka @runlivsrun) about everything running related. From starting your running journey, the unspoken hardships, to running a marathon - we really cover it all!
So pour yourself a matcha, sit back and get inspired… 🍵
Follow us on Instagram (@matchamomentspod) to get in contact, give us feedback and see all our updates!

Dec 1, 2020 • 42min
Challenging Drinking Culture
Let's talk about... alcohol. 🍷
In this episode we dive into our (potentially controversial) opinions about alcohol and drinking culture. Starting all the way back with our first memories of alcohol in the house, we speak about cultural influences, peer pressure, how our relationship with alcohol has changed over the years - and lots more.
So pour yourself a matcha (or wine)... and enjoy.
Follow us on Instagram to get in contact, give us feedback & see all our updates! https://www.instagram.com/matchamomentspod/

Nov 25, 2020 • 26min
Creating a Digital Magazine ft. Ishani the founder of Ensemble Magazine ( 2 )
Welcome back to part 2 of our guest episode with Ishani, the founder of Ensemble Magazine!
Pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as we dive deep into the Ensemble Magazine, its journey from being an abstract idea to a reality, Ishani's unique outlook on fashion and sustainability, her experiences being an entrepreneur and lots more!
Follow us on Instagram to get in contact, give us feedback & hear updates from us! https://www.instagram.com/matchamomentspod/

Nov 18, 2020 • 34min
A postgraduate in a pandemic ft. Ensemble Magazine founder Ishani ( 1 )
Today we have a very special episode as we are welcoming our first ever guest Ishani, the founder of Ensemble Magazine!
Pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as we chat about being a postgraduate in the midst of a pandemic. We cover the pressures of navigating the job market, discuss how we stay motivated, and lots more.
Follow us on Instagram to get in contact, give us feedback & hear updates from us! https://www.instagram.com/matchamomentspod/

Nov 11, 2020 • 45min
The second lockdown - our experiences, advice & recommendations
Pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as we chat about the recent US election, lockdown and our top recommendations for surviving these strange times.
Through reflecting on our experiences with the first lockdown, we share our personal goals and advice for managing this second lockdown - including our favourite series, books, podcasts and lots more.
Follow us on Instagram to get in contact, give us feedback & hear updates from us! https://www.instagram.com/matchamomentspod/

Nov 3, 2020 • 42min
How to navigate friendships in your twenties
Welcome to our third episode of Matcha Moments!
Pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as we chat about navigating friendships in your twenties. Whilst reflecting on our own experiences and setting goals for our future, we cover how to deal with changing lifestyles, toxic friends, friendship breakups and lots more.
Follow us on Instagram to get in contact, give us feedback & hear updates from us! https://www.instagram.com/matchamomentspod/

Oct 27, 2020 • 55min
Overcoming the body image dilemma
Welcome to our second episode of Matcha Moments!
Pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as we dive deep into the topic of body image, overcoming insecurities and ultimately gaining body confidence. This is a topic that heavily influences many people's lives but is rarely openly talked about. In this episode, we get vulnerable to break this silence and offer some (hopefully) helpful advice.
Follow us on Instagram to get in contact, give us feedback & hear updates from us! https://www.instagram.com/matchamomentspod/

Oct 20, 2020 • 41min
Who are we?
Welcome to our very first episode of our new podcast Matcha Moments!
Pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us, as we introduce ourselves and relive our favorite memories. We hope you feel like you know us a little better after listening and look forward to seeing any topic ideas you may have for future episodes!
Follow us on Instagram to get in contact, give us feedback & hear updates from us! https://www.instagram.com/matchamomentspod/


