Rice Cakes & Pears

22/09/2022

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06/09/2022

09/06/2022

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25/05/2022

Indie-Pop artist, Splendi, recently made her single debut in "Unoriginal" which was featured on Spotify's New Music Friday! We enjoy a conversation about music, do******gs, and bisexuality. Her storytelling through a cynical lens is refreshing, relatable, and Olivia Rodrigo-like. 💖🍚🍐

I can't wait for more music and hope you get a pet koi fish someday ✨🏯

12/05/2022

“Getting to Know Pleasantries” OUT NOW 👺👼👽🎵🎥

HE'S SICK. HE'S TWISTED. HE'S AN ALIEN. HIS CREATIONS ARE DARK, BEAUTIFUL, AND THOUGHT-PROVOKING. HIS ANIMATIONS TELL A STORY AND MAKE YOU LAUGH. 🙏

"Pleasantries’s music is at times as dark as Satan or as lovely as a chorus of angels. Animated videos, boundless guitar shredding, and an effortless fusion of indie rock, symphonic instrumentals, and synthwave grooves meet influences like Jack Stauber, Bill Wurtz and Tally Hall." (Spotify)

THANK YOU PLEASANTRIES FOR MAKING ME LAUGH AND WELCOMING ME INTO YOUR WORLD. I TRULY LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR FUTURE CREATIONS! 😃🍚🍐

06/05/2022

“Music & Mental Health” w/ OUT NOW☠️👤💯

17-year-old, Species (Taylor Spiess) has struggled with mental health since 9 years old. He was first diagnosed with depression/anxiety and has since noticed voices in his head. His music is a mix of alternative pop, hyper-pop, and melodic emo-rap music. He also takes inspiration from Trippie Redd, Post Malone, and . Species doesn't write any of his music, but rather creates what he feels in the moment which I respect a lot. 👌I really appreciated your insight regarding su***de prevention, and I look forward to following your music journey. Thanks again bro. 🍚🍐

20/04/2022

Rising artist, "Kwajo" (pronounced "kw-uh-joe") joins me for an authentic conversation about his life/music journey. Kwajo's music takes inspiration from artists all over the spectrum, from Hayley Williams (of Paramore) to Saba (his favorite rapper of all time). 🤘🏾 No matter what he creates, he prides himself on staying true to himself. Also to note, Kwajo is very quick to shout out those who have played a part in his journey. 🙏 This humble dude has the right mindset on life, and I can't wait to see what he creates next! 🔥

13/04/2022

“Advice Session #1” W/ OUT NOW 💖🍚🍐

Aubrey and I are so grateful to answer questions from our listeners! In this episode, we answer questions about chronic illnesses, marriage, and mental health. We tried to keep it light, real, and honest. Hopefully, we delivered LAWL :D

23/03/2022

“Nice as Heck” w/ OUT NOW✌🏽🛹😎

This week, Cam Daly blesses us with the story behind the dope clothing brand, Nice as Heck. Cam started this company alongside his two best friends from high school (2016). I'm hesitant to even call Nice as Heck a clothing brand because I believe it's much more than that... Their website states it best, "we are shaping the next generation of outdoor apparel by incorporating sustainable practices, fair pricing, and by spreading awareness to current global issues." 🌎😌 They are especially, "compelled by community, no matter the form. If you enjoy something, do it more and make it your life. We aren’t any different from you, we have just found something we like to do and haven’t stopped. We value individual expression and believe everyone’s voice deserves to be heard." ♥️😃 Thanks again Cam for sharing your story, being real, and giving us some honest business advice. Take it easy bro! 🍚🍐

16/03/2022

“Life With Dwarfism.” W/ .wildine OUT NOW👌💜💃🏿

Wildine Aumoithe was born with a rare type of dwarfism (Saddan Dysplasia), but that hasn't stopped her from living her best life. ☝️ Wildine's smile is infectious, and her perspective on life is inspiring. Not to mention, She's the World's Shortest Female (non-mobile)! 👏 Thanks again for joining me, and I can't wait to see where life takes you! 🍚🍐

09/03/2022

“Body Positivity, Q***r Experience, and Chronic Illness” w/ 💜🤟🏻🌈

Logan and I explore their journey with chronic illness and coming out as nonbinary/genderqueer. Logan knew they were gay from a young age, but never felt like they could be their true self because of their conservative upbringing. Logan is shining a light for those with chronic illness by embracing the body she has been given. 🙏

I'm in awe of Logan's resilience to keep moving forward despite such an unfair life. We also discuss frustrations concerning social media and their discriminatory behavior toward disabled bodies. Thanks again for joining me, and I'll be on the lookout for rice cake and pear-shaped glasses! 👌🍚🍐

07/03/2022

07/03/2022

NEW PODCAST COVER ART AND DESCRIPTION 😌🤟🏻🍙

“What’s up, I’m Zach, and I was on a diet of only rice and pears for 8 whole years! I have an incurable disease (Eosinophilic Esophagitis) that really isolated me from everyone else. For so long, I tried to fit in with those around me. One day, I realized my true destiny. I am a weirdo. A dope one.

Rice Cakes and Pears provides a platform where weirdos can shine! A space that welcomes unique stories/perspectives. A place where people living with chronic/mental illness can actually relate. Now, go ahead, pop open a can of pears, and shove a rice cake in your mouth! You won’t regret it.” 🍚🍐💙

Credit: for art work 🤠

03/03/2022

“GETING THE ICK” w/ Aubrey

Aubrey and I read the internet's most infamous "ick" stories. 😩Don't know what ick means? Let's let reliable Urban Dictionary define it. Ick is, "Something someone does that is an instant turn-off for you, making you instantly hate the idea of being with them romantically." 😶‍🌫️🥶🤢

23/02/2022

“Heart Problems, Bullies, Christian Rap, and Talking the Mish!” W/ OUT NOW🔥⛪️❤️‍🩹

Tybren Porter and I take a deep dive into into his upbringing. We discuss bullies, heart problems, faith, and reminisce about the good times we had on our mission in Orlando, Florida. Thanks again for chilling with me. 🙏 "THAT'S YOU" 🏀👆

16/02/2022

“FASHION 4 ALL 💖” w/ OUT NOW 💃🏿✨🤩

23 year old, Laura Wagner Meyer, was born with a Congenital Neural Tube Defect. This disability severely curves one's spine, forcing them to use crutches to get around. Laura is a fashion model and a light to those around her! 🤟🏻 She is powerful, beautiful, graceful, ambitious, and authentically herself. 💯

She has never let her disability limit her from doing what she wants to do! Growing up, Laura started noticing clothes didn't fit her properly because of her disability... Which is why she is developing a fashion brand specifically catered to those with disabilities/different body types. ☮️😌

10/02/2022

“Making the Most of Your Situation” w/ (banakula) OUT NOW 🌍🎵🤟🏻

Hal Walker has been living with a mystery illness since 1992 called Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). The funny thing about ME/CFS is that some days it'll allow one to live a sort of normal life, but at any point, this crazy illness can leave you bed ridden/unable to function... Other severe symptoms include: being unable to stand unassisted, get restful sleep, or even eat solid food.

Hal is a singer, songwriter, musical explorer, multi-instrumentalist, and has developed the modern version of a traditional African instrument called a "Banakula". Since 2021, his illness has left him unable to care for himself anymore... Hal does what he can (with what little energy he has) by sharing his talents on social media. Over the past year, Tik Tok reignited his music career with 1.6 million followers.

Please consider donating to Hal's GoFundMe to help pay for heavy medical expenses. Link in his bio.

P.S. shout out “Drummer Joe” and Dr. Miller for influencing Hal’s music career🙏🙂

02/02/2022

“Consistency is Key!” With 🔑🏃🏾👌

Aum Ghandi struggled with his mental health at an early age and started turning to food for comfort. Over time, Aum developed an unhealthy relationship with food, and at 18 his doctor told him he was pre diabetic.. From that point on, Aum decided to change and lifestyle. He started out small by running a quarter of a mile, and he almost threw up!.. 🤢 Now, he is an ultra runner/endurance athlete and is gearing up to run 3 one-hundred mile races this year! Let's be clear, Aum's Journey wasn't linear! 📈 There were ups and downs, but he credit's "old fashioned" consistency to his success. Who would've thought? 🤔😌

27/01/2022

“Just Be Yourself.” With OUT NOW 🎙 🎥 🏈🤝

Justin Tsimbidis was born with Progeria, which is a progressive genetic disorder that causes one to age rapidly. The life expectancy for most people with this disease is 13 years old... Well, Justin is 28 years old and is living his best life. in 2009, Justin went viral on YouTube under the name of "Tsimf**kis", but due to personal reasons ended up deleting his channel. After disappearing from the internet for over 10 years, many people thought Justin had died.. Well, Justin is back from the grave, and enjoys creating dope content/staying true to himself. I really enjoyed talking Madden, Funko Pops, wrestling, YouTube, and more.

Be sure to check out his podcast

19/01/2022

Out Now💔📖

03/01/2022

OUT NOW💜🎊

k, I️ give some real advice on how to go about reaching your goals with that sweet little unstable body/mind of yours. 🙃 yo, I️ aint hatin! My body is 💩, my mind is also 💩, but I'm still gonna reach my goals this year, and I️ think you can too. (did you like that run on sentence?)

11/10/2021

Last January, 2020, Jordan Hardgrow was looking for his car one night in down town San Diego. Jordan's life would change that night because he was being followed... Next thing you know, Jordan woke up in the hospital with stab wounds all over his body. It was a miracle that he survived. I️ asked Jordan if he was angry about what happened and he replied, "I️ am even more grateful for life now." What a guy. Your resiliency and ability to focus on the positive is a true gift. Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing your story brother. Oh, and good luck becoming a nurse dude!

08/10/2021

At 10 years old, Jamal Hill was diagnosed with a rare disorder called, "Charcot-Marie-Tooth". (CMT) CMT is a degenerative nerve disease that damages nerves in the arms and legs. Up until Jamal's college swimming years, he never really told people about his condition. Like myself, he didn't want people to look at him differently because of his condition. After a college swim meet that went poorly, Jamal had an epiphany, he was going to drop out of college and become a pro swimmer! Fast forward to Tokyo and this dude just won bronze in the 50 meter freestyle!!!! LET'S GO! Thanks Jamal, for inspiring those who are different to chase their dreams.

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28/09/2021

Sora is a "fat and depressed internet sad boi who makes music 🌈 ", (According to his instagram bio) but I️ would say he is much more than that. Sora is from Philadelphia and has a speech impediment, and if you add those together, it creates a magical sound. His music is thought provoking, complex, and relatable. Sora credits Mac Miller, MF Doom, and 90s hip-hop to be among his greatest musical influences. The tale of Sora is one that I️ relate to, and I️ think you will too!

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/sad_sora/tracks

Tik Tok: sorad__

I️nsta: sadsora_x

06/09/2021

“How to Grow a Mustache & Work With Cheetahs! With .swart “ 🐆🌍🐾

Gavin Swart is passionate about nature! He grew up in South Africa and works with African wildlife. Gavin is passionate about bridging the communication gap between humans and animals. Gavin believes these animals are capable of love and connection! 💞Just like any human relationship, Gavin says it takes time and sincere effort! Much of African wildlife are endangered and misunderstood, so Gavin creates content showing the human-like side of these animals. Thanks for giving the world more perspective Gavin! 🌍

PS. I am very jealous of your mustache...👌

Tik Tok: gavin.swart

25/08/2021

NEW EPISODE OUT NOW!!

Have you tried holistic healing before? No? Don't knock it till you try it! Take a listen and hear Robyn's story battling chronic illness, and how she discovered a passion for helping others with holistic healing! Robyn is a stress and physiotherapist! She has training in acupuncture, myofascial release, energy integration, six sensory intuition and DRU yoga. Robyn talks about living in the "here and now", and I think there is a lot of power in that phrase! Robyn's problems haven't magically gone away, but It is the approach she takes each day that sets her up for success!

Need life advice, spiritual guidance, struggle with chronic pain, or just need help living in the present?
http://theholisticshift.com/