
Hosted by Enzo Antonio and Anna Katherine · EN

Good thing we like our podcasts un-cancelled, because Telepathy is absolutely back this Tuesday for an important discussion. In episode 110, Enzo and Anna break down the release of Taylor Swift’s 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. As a long-time Swiftie, Anna recaps her initial thoughts and predicts how the album will stand in her rankings. On the other hand, Enzo explains the many facial expressions made during the first listen of the album. Telepathy touches on the poor songwriting accusations, Taylor’s alleged response to Charli XCX, boring melodies, and possibly micro-aggressive lyrics. Nonetheless, Enzo and Anna may disagree about this new album, but their telepathy remains strong. Enjoy!

Is it hot in here, or is it just Telepathy’s burning hot takes? For episode 109, Enzo and Anna join forces to compile a list of their most controversial college opinions. As a recent college graduate and a newly 23-year-old (Happy belated birthday, Anna!), Anna is able to share her advice on how to survive the four years in style. As a new college student, Enzo is here to share all the lore on how the first 6 weeks have been going. From sitting in the front row during lectures to unpopular dining hall opinions, Telepathy truly covers it all in this week’s episode. Additionally, Anna tells the story of how she became an “in-class celebrity,” while Enzo explains her battle with rejection therapy. Enjoy!

For episode 108 of Telepathy, Enzo and Anna are reopening their conversation on concert culture in 2025. They discuss the increasing popularity of TikToks that unfairly criticize an artist's tour. When a two-hour performance is watered down in a fifteen-second TikTok or Instagram reel, artists are left with accusations of lip-syncing, boring choreography, or a lack of stage presence. From Renee Rapp's outfit choices to Lorde on a treadmill, no artist is safe from being "clipped." In addition, Enzo and Anna comment on the difficulty of securing concert tickets and the concept of being "worthy enough" to attend an artist's show. Whether it's a Ticketmaster battle for the front row at Ariana Grande's upcoming tour or a pit full of phones recording, the universal concert experience continues to change. All of that to say...a 45-minute discussion was much needed. Enjoy!

Anna and Enzo have consumed their daily Yerba Mate and iced coffee, so there's no need to worry! They are awake and ready to talk. In episode 107 of Telepathy, Enzo and Anna analyze the normalization of a caffeine dependency and how coffee culture varies from country to country. They note that the United States' reliance on coffee and energy drinks often reflects "hustle culture," whereas "tea time" is viewed as a chance to slow down in the UK. With the concept of "don't talk to me until I've had my coffee," people often rely on caffeine to power through exhausting 9-5s. In typical marketing fashion, many coffee shops have now turned to fancy $8 lattes to fulfill people's caffeine cravings. So, grab your overpriced latte or a nice hot cup of tea and use these 40 minutes of Telepathy time to slow down!

Our mouths are watering because today’s episode is about the one and only Trader Joe’s. In this one, Anna and Enzo yass or pass on their top choices from this iconic American grocery store. From seasonal delights such as pumpkin pasta sauce and peppermint cookies, they discuss their thoughts on the best things to grab on your grocery run. Anna also takes a deep dive on her lost love, dried persimmons. Comment your favorite items that we missed!

Today, Enzo and Anna are discussing the press and the pressed. For episode 105, their main focus is on the use of controversy and shock value for PR stunts. They analyze recent headlines from Cracker Barrel's "revolutionary" fake rebrand to the unsettling American Eagle advertisement. Enzo and Anna debate whether public figures must be problematic in order to turn heads and rise to fame. From Love Island's Huda to Sabrina Carpenter on all fours, the most scandalous of acts tend to be the ones people talk about. How does this affect careers in the long term, though? All questions answered in this 50-minute discussion!

Contrary to the awkward thirty-second elevator talks discussed in episode 104, Enzo and Anna have 45 minutes' worth of opinions today. This week on Telepathy, they break down the widely accepted concept of "small talk." Often with good intentions, many people engage in small talk, hoping to fill the silence with casual banter. However, it can frequently feel exhausting and repetitive. So, Enzo and Anna felt it was necessary to trace the origins of small talk and offer advice on how to expand conversations beyond just "the weather." Enjoy!