
solidarity on the bench with katie eu
navigating life as a 20-something is daunting. joined by fellow content creators and friends, katie aims to capture candid conversations and destigmatize the human experience. new episodes every tuesday, video available only on spotify.
follow katie: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
follow the podcast: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
Latest episodes

Apr 30, 2024 • 42min
the power of a diagnosis in recovery with rachel clark
navigating mental health recovery can be scary at first, but both rachel and I have found power in labels. in today’s episode, I’m joined with rachel (@rachelc1ark) to talk about our parallel recovery journeys, practices with being present, and concrete actions we recommend for you.
[video available on spotify]
(0:38) who is rachelc1ark?
(1:30) when was the last time you asked for help?
(3:16) rachel’s journey with labels and diagnoses
(7:13) neurodivergence and mental health
(9:16) a piece of advice for your younger self
(16:06) connecting with others on social media
(28:31) concrete tips: finding a why and getting uncomfortable
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find rachel elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/rachelc1ark
podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pfQmllRUDkQSGSFjlJGD1?si=OJWWCFmPQ_2qvtPBPQOF9w&nd=1&dlsi=f5599597b6504b95
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@rachelc1ark_

Apr 16, 2024 • 43min
dating in your 20s (+ q&a)
in today’s episode, I’m flying solo and talking all things dating, recovery, and self improvement in your 20s. I call this my recorded therapy session.
(2:22) not reaching your goals & feeling :/
(7:13) my experience with dating in my 20s
(18:09) balancing content creation with life
(23:14) why recovery NEEDS to be your life for a bit
(27:06) finding your passion in life
(30:57) my gratitude list (i cannot count)
(36:35) self improvement 101 — my actionable steps

Apr 10, 2024 • 43min
finding yourself after mental health struggles with ro mitchell
when your mental illness isn’t your whole life anymore, who are you? after struggling for years and posting her journey on instagram through ‘the exposure diaries’ series, ro mitchell might have some answers. in today’s episode, I’m joined with ro (@romitchell) to talk about finding our identities (and personalities!), opportunities we’ve gotten through sharing our story, and a deep dive into ro’s journey with exposure therapy.
[video available on spotify]
(1:03) who is romitchell?
(3:59) 3 tips for overcoming fears
(9:00) when your mental health isn’t your whole life anymore…
(18:32) graded exposure therapy explained
(27:49) finding yourself after recovery
(34:43) being open with your mental health online (+ opportunities)
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find ro elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/romitchell
tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@romitchell
threads: https://www.threads.net/@romitchell
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RoMitchell

Apr 2, 2024 • 44min
optimize your entire life with cami nwokedi
with a new tiktok trend popping up every minute (sea moss, red light therapy, oil pulling, etc), how do we know what is actually going to change our life? in today’s episode, I’m joined with cami (@wellbycami) to talk all things andrew huberman, financial literacy 101, and biohacking.
*the financial advice given throughout this episode should not be taken in replacement of a financial advisor. please do your own research before investing or opening up accounts. cami and I are both from the US so our financial knowledge is relevant for americans only!
[video available on spotify]
(1:24) who is wellbycami?
(2:48) when was the last time you asked for help?
(4:45) ins and outs for 2024
(8:57) financial wellness, step by step
(29:32) biohacking tips — to do lists, morning routines, and dopamine hits
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find cami elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/wellbycami
links: https://hoo.be/camillia
budget tracker: currently expired but will update if anything changes

Mar 26, 2024 • 55min
how to be kind to yourself with mike pridgen
when we are our biggest bullies, how do we view ourselves through a lens of kindness? in today’s episode, I’m joined with mike pridgen (@mikeneedsaplan) to talk about the importance of mindset, how we should celebrate our achievements, and why asking for help shouldn’t be so scary.
[video available on spotify]
(0:50) who is mikeneedsaplan?
(1:47) when was the last time you asked for help?
(5:59) why being kind to yourself can be so hard
(21:09) actionable step towards implementing that mindset
(28:52) why we are our best bullies
(36:10) treating yourself like you’re a person you love
(46:41) just watch the video :’)
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find mike elsewhere:
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeneedsaplan/
the biggest fellas podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCnnQJZYoms&ab_channel=TheBigFellas
links: https://linktr.ee/mikepridgen

Mar 19, 2024 • 40min
let’s normalise unproductive hobbies with noam raiter
we can do it all and then some, but should we always strive for that level of hyperproductivity? in today’s episode, I’m joined with dr. noam raiter (@noamraiter) to talk about the trap of productivity, what balance should actually mean, and healthier mindsets around hustle culture.
[video available on spotify]
(1:09) who is noamraiter?
(2:46) when was the last time you asked for help?
(4:17) you can do it all, including balancing your life
(12:23) unproductive hobbies are actually productive ?!
(26:06) stop taking advice from anyone
(31:46) “if we aren’t productive, what are we doing?”
(36:01) quality over quantity — and gently calling yourself out
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find noam elsewhere:
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noamraiter/
You Are Not “Too Busy” Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/2JVmIAGS6ZZvZdP3G3s44u?si=8c0651efe95e4e41)
links: https://bio.site/noamraiter

Mar 14, 2024 • 41min
it's okay to be seen trying (my running journey)
trying new things are often discouraged, especially in adults (why ?!). in this solo episode, I dive into how I started running, strategies for reframing the limiting beliefs I held about myself, and an honest conversation about mental health.
(5:23) why i decided to start running
(21:33) mindset with running
(24:21) moving the goalposts
(30:14) technical bits and bobs around running
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/

Mar 5, 2024 • 58min
becoming "that girl" is a trap with nina aguirre
what does slow living and being ‘that girl’ have in common? for one, they’re both spaces in which you need to carve your own path. in today’s episode, i’m joined with nina aguirre (@ugh.niina) to talk about our experiences in the wellness space online, how we decide what new fad to try, and how we adapt popular habits to our lives.
[video available on spotify]
(1:47) who is ugh.niina?
(3:56) when was the last time you asked for help?
(6:04) defining wellness in a holistic way
(10:50) not getting overwhelmed with new things in the wellness space
(18:47) adapting wellness to your life
(29:03) navigating guilt from living a slow life
(40:27) health and wellness outside of ‘that girl’ products
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find nina elsewhere:
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ugh.niina/
ugh instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/ugh.inc/
links: https://linktr.ee/ugh.niina

Feb 27, 2024 • 43min
you are not a content machine (and you shouldn't be) with mkenna joe
experiencing creative burnout as a full-time content creator can be frustrating, especially when you have deadlines to follow and bills to pay. in today’s episode, I’m joined with fellow creator m’kenna joe (@mkennajoe) to share our experiences with burnout, actionable steps we’re taking to creatively energize ourselves, and how we’re incorporating creativity in our everyday lives.
[video available on spotify]
(0:46) who is mkennajoe?
(2:26) when was the last time you asked for help?
(3:34) being creatively engaged as a content creator
(5:22) burnout (diagnosing it, preventing it, and moving through it)
(19:43) finding your unique creative voice
(22:15) how do you keep creating when engagement on content ebbs and flows?
(26:51) the rise of ‘personality’ (authentic) content creators
(30:52) prioritizing creativity in a fast-paced world
(38:04) finding your creative outlet
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find kenna elsewhere:
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mkennajoe
tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mkennajoe
links (inc youtube): https://linktr.ee/mkennajoe

Feb 20, 2024 • 46min
it's not too late to start creating content with madeline johnson
ever look at content creators and wonder how they do it all? in today’s episode, I’m joined with madeline johnson (@maddsmaxjesty) to talk about the new wave of authenticity online, being a young content creator, and how to get over the fear of posting something vulnerable.
[video available on spotify]
(0:43) who is maddsmaxjesty?
(2:54) when was the last time you asked for help?
(5:50) the new phase of ‘authentic’ creators
(11:06) separating ‘content’ and ‘life;’ being present
(16:14) bringing wellness to the forefront of content
(19:33) what happens when your friends/family see your vulnerable social media posts?
(29:11) is being a content creator worthwhile?
(35:08) expanding into different mediums as a content creator
find katie elsewhere:
instagram: http://instagram.com/katie.eu
podcast instagram: http://instagram.com/solidaritypod
links: http://beacons.ai/katie.eu/
find madeline elsewhere:
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddsmaxjesty/
links (podcast, intentional creatives co, youtube): https://linktr.ee/maddsmaxjesty