The Checkup

Jen St. Pierre
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An invasive look back at the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic from the perspective of ordinary people. Each episode will feature a guest and we will uncover their stories, coping mechanisms, and insights.

Episodes

  1. 03/29/2021

    The Checkup: Normalizing the Effects of Therapy During a Pandemic

    Scott joins us today to discuss a breadth of topics including his journey utilizing therapy during the pandemic, his transition to a new job in higher ed from the live events industry, and harnessing the power of thankfulness. (*please excuse the slight audio syncing issues. I edited the episode to the best of my ability to distract from them. Rest assured, no one was blatantly talking over each other!)

  2. 03/25/2021

    The Checkup: Live Entertainment Will Be Back

    Deirdre joins us today to discuss the sudden loss of the live entertainment industry, but also the adaptions and hopes for the inevitable reopening.

  3. 03/23/2021

    The Checkup: Keep Moving Forward; The Many Beginnings and Endings During a Year of Uncertainty

    Alex Barskey provides his insights and wisdoms traversing a multitude of new opportunities after the theatre industry shut down. We discuss honest coping strategies as well as vulnerable emotions surrounding change and the possibilities of growth.

  4. 03/17/2021

    The Checkup: Navigating the Continuation of Ph.D Research while Balancing Mental Health during COVID

    Today Amanda provides an insightful perspective of her time living in the United Kingdom during the pandemic while finishing her Ph.D. We also discuss the role of mental health and the joys of pet adoption.

  5. 03/15/2021

    The Checkup: A Year of Resilience; The Personal Effects of Shame and Social Media

    While discussing the impacts of the year and of social media’s hold on our post-covid reality, Jen and Joe also aren’t afraid to go off-topic and share a delightful hour with the audience by the end of the episode.

  6. 03/10/2021

    The Check Up: Packing Up, Moving On, Supporting the Arts

    Marina joins me to talk about her move from Philadelphia back to Boston. We discuss the tough reality regarding the arts and entertainment industry and what truly matters to us as individuals.

  7. 03/08/2021

    The Check Up: Challenges of Childcare and the Accessibility of Vaccines

    Audra joins me on this episode to discuss the challenges of working full-time while caring for her four year old son with limited childcare during the pandemic. She also offers insights about the accessibility regarding the language of vaccines.

  8. 03/05/2021

    The Check Up: Thoughts from a Florida Lockdown

    Today I am joined by Dwayne who shares his perspectives about living in Florida during the pandemic. We also acknowledge the bravery and hard work of healthcare workers throughout the exhausting year.

  9. 03/03/2021

    The Check Up: Looking back on a Pandemic Wedding

    Join Lori and I as we discuss her journey through the past year amidst the pandemic, including her initial coping strategies, planning a wedding, and thoughts about risk/rewards.

  • 9 Episodes

About

An invasive look back at the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic from the perspective of ordinary people. Each episode will feature a guest and we will uncover their stories, coping mechanisms, and insights.

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  • Creator
    Jen St. Pierre
  • Years Active
    2021
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jen St. Pierre
  • Show Website
    The Checkup