The Freshman Files

Quang Minh, Raiat Khan
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Welcome to The Freshman Files – a podcast dedicated to navigating the exciting yet daunting journey of university life and beyond. Your hosts, Quang and Raiat will be sharing our experiences and insights, aiming to bridge the gap between the classroom and the real world. From deep-diving into major life themes that resonate with us all to the latest news and updates affecting student life to casual chats with friends and listeners. Hope you guys enjoy listening to our podcast :)

Episodes

  1. 12/03/2023

    S1E8 - Comfort is ruining your life

    "I knew that was going to happen, yet I actively chose not to do anything about it.". In this episode, Raiat broke out of his comfort zone, but how much effort does it take? Is the idea of constantly challenging yourself all the time a good place to be? Join us in answering the ultimate question of "Is comfort ruining your life?" and you will be surprised at how complex, yet simple ways that just get you to "burst the comfort bubble". - QM & RK Timestamps/Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:34 What actually happened... 03:05 A Retrospective Look 04:45 Comfort: It's a trap! Or is it? 06:31 Something Comforting, but also discomforting? 09:09 Human Instincts & Comforting Events 10:14 Breaking out of the comfort zone? How? 11:30 "Discomfort is not always the gateway to success" 12:44 Outro ---- Follow us on socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tff.bio.link⁠⁠⁠⁠ Attributions/External Materials - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://go.quang.au/tfftings⁠⁠⁠⁠ DM us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠@freshmanfiles on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ :)

  2. 11/16/2023

    S1E7 - We are all selfish, aren’t we?

    Your family, your partner, that friend of yours, have you been giving any (word-I-can't-say) about them lately? That guilt trip when you can't put into words how self-centred you are when a simple catchup with people around you could change their lives... or not. What if being selfish is not such a bad thing after all? Every actions should be able to justify for itself right? Join Raiat in this episode as he probes into the philosophical approach of selfishness and will make you think "Being selfish sometimes isn't that bad after all". In fact, it might make you become a master of wielding your emotions :) - QM ---- Follow us on socials: ⁠⁠⁠https://tff.bio.link⁠⁠⁠ Attributions/External Materials - ⁠⁠⁠https://go.quang.au/tfftings⁠⁠⁠ DM us at ⁠⁠⁠@freshmanfiles on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ :)

  3. 11/08/2023

    S1E6 - “Why did I not see this coming?”

    Have you ever wondered about that gut feeling when you thought to yourself “Dang! I should’ve done this, it could’ve been less worse”. Oh yes, you and me, we’re both guilty of such thoughts. Though, sometimes we do act like the all-knowing, make-things-right people, which can be quite detrimental in the long run and do more harm than good. So, how do we mitigate this mind-manipulative feeling? The key to such matter will be revealed by joining Raiat in this episode as he dives into “Hindsight Bias”, a mind-bending concept where you or your familiars wished that “Hey, I should’ve done this” and overriding their actions based on those assumptions. -QM ---- Timestamps/Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:26 What is Hindsight Bias? 04:30 How It's Detrimental To Us? 06:05 Being Too Critical Isn't Quite The Answer. 07:36 Self-awareness, Key to Right Path ---- Follow us on socials: ⁠⁠https://tff.bio.link⁠⁠ Attributions/External Materials - ⁠⁠https://go.quang.au/tfftings⁠⁠ DM us at ⁠⁠@freshmanfiles on Instagram⁠⁠ :)

  4. 10/27/2023

    S1E5 - Reflections: "You don’t have time for me anymore?"

    “Is your work really that important?” In the hustle and bustle of life, we often get lost in our pursuits, sidelining those who matter the most. Join Raiat on a journey of realisation and reflection, as he grapples with the weight of missed calls and the profound words of a loved one. Amidst the chaos of deadlines and commitments, a simple call from a mother becomes a mirror to the soul, revealing the true cost of our choices. Dive into this introspective journey and reflect on the choices we make and the relationships we may unintentionally neglect. Tune in and ask yourself - in the race to achieve, have we forgotten to truly live and connect?” ---- Follow us on socials: ⁠https://tff.bio.link⁠ Attributions/External Materials - ⁠https://go.quang.au/tfftings⁠ DM us at ⁠@freshmanfiles on Instagram⁠ :)

  5. 10/17/2023

    S1E4 - How to be SO GOOD, they think you are gifted

    What really separates the "gifted" from the rest? Is it innate talent, relentless dedication, or a combination of both? In this episode, Raiat delves into the fascinating world of talent and hard work. Join us in exploring the blurred lines between natural ability and cultivated skill, as Raiat unravels the myths surrounding talent and shares personal reflections on his and your journey to mastery. Timestamps/Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:32 Hold On! 03:09 Establishing Authority & Reasonings 04:45 Probing into Success - Efforts 07:49 Probing into Success - Rinse & Repeat 11:55 Probing into Success - Combat Boredom 16:02 Probing into Success - Mentorship 19:22 Probing into Success - Patience is Key 22:44 Summary 24:39 Outro ----- Follow us on socials: https://tff.bio.link Attributions/External Materials - https://go.quang.au/tfftings DM us at @freshmanfiles on Instagram :)

  6. 10/10/2023

    S1E3 - Reflections: The price you pay for growth

    As the sun's hues paint the sky, embark on a journey as Raiat takes you through the challenges and triumphs of personal growth. Amidst the solitude of self-imposed isolation, discover the bittersweet memories of friendships that shaped the path. Dive deep into the paradox of growth: the poignant moments of loneliness and the ultimate joy of emerging stronger, wiser, and more self-assured. This episode is an invitation to reflect, relate, and realize the transformative power of life's experiences. Step into a tranquil train station at sunset, where the world seems to pause and introspection begins. ----- Follow us on socials: https://tff.bio.link Attributions/External Materials - https://go.quang.au/tfftings DM us at @freshmanfiles on Instagram :)

  7. 10/03/2023

    S1E2 - Blink!… And Life is Gone

    Hey there! 🎧 Ever blinked and suddenly a semester's over? We get it – life's rollercoaster doesn't have a pause button. Dive in with us as we chat about how ridiculously fast everything feels, share stories, laugh over our missteps, and drop some wisdom (or at least, try to). "Reflect on life" they say, "record the moments" – yeah, but how? And when to have fun and when to buckle down? Obligations? Sure, they're there, but we promise not to make them sound boring. Oh, and that voice in your head that's too critical? We've got one too. Let's figure this out together, one episode at a time. Welcome to the fam! 💬🚀 - QM & RK ---- Timestamps/Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:11 What’s happening lately 01:44 Pause, Reflect 03:36 Find what’s meaningful 06:03 Wants vs Obligations 09:16 Easiest way to manage time 11:30 You are not batman 12:54 Fun and goals 14:33 Life’s little treasures ---- Follow us on socials: https://tff.bio.link Attributions - https://go.quang.au/tfftings DM us at @freshmanfiles on Instagram :)

  8. 10/02/2023

    S1E1 - How I Almost Failed My Major

    Hey everyone, welcome to the first episode of our (definitely smooth and no bumps) journey at the Freshman Files! This episode, it seemed like a really, really close call for Raiat. From time crunching a last-minute assignment to just giving no care about life, study and everything in between, we all knew rushing things to the last minute is not such an ideal situation to be in. Heck, Many can relate to the feelings expressed in this episode, especially when faced with the challenge of tackling a 5000-word report that's due soon. Wait… IT'S DUE IN AN HOUR?!? You are going to LOVE how this ends. Buckle up everyone, valuable lessons inbound! - QM ----- Timestamps/Chapter: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:09 Giving up 00:03:14 An adventure into the night 00:06:36 Expectations from time 00:08:00 Pessimistic world view 00:09:59 Luck 00:12:09 My message to you 00:13:17 Best part of the story ----- shoot us a DM @freshmanfiles on Instagram. Materials used for this episode (attributions): go.quang.au/tfftings

  9. Trailer

    The Freshman Files Trailer

    Welcome to The Freshman Files! Welcome to the first glimpse of The Freshman Files – a brand-new podcast dedicated to navigating the exciting yet daunting journey of university life and beyond. In this special trailer episode, your hosts, Quang and Raiat, offer a preview of what's in store. Over the course of this podcast, we'll be sharing our experiences and insights, aiming to bridge the gap between the classroom and the real world. From deep-diving into major life themes that resonate with us all to casual chats with friends and listeners, we're here to share it all. We'll be dropping new episodes each week, offering a mix of in-depth discussions and laid-back recaps. It's about building a community that learns together, supports one another, and finds its way through life's complexities. Tune in to our journey as we explore, learn, and grow together. Join us at The Freshman Files, where real-life wisdom meets academic knowledge. We can't wait to start this journey with you!

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Welcome to The Freshman Files – a podcast dedicated to navigating the exciting yet daunting journey of university life and beyond. Your hosts, Quang and Raiat will be sharing our experiences and insights, aiming to bridge the gap between the classroom and the real world. From deep-diving into major life themes that resonate with us all to the latest news and updates affecting student life to casual chats with friends and listeners. Hope you guys enjoy listening to our podcast :)

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  • Creator
    Quang Minh, Raiat Khan
  • Years Active
    2023
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Quang Minh, Raiat Khan
  • Show Website
    The Freshman Files