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Proxy with Yowei Shaw

Yowei Shaw
Mental Health
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It’s the knot you can’t untangle — a problem so specific, it makes you feel alone.

But what if you could talk to someone who gets it?

On Proxy, we find someone with the closest possible experience to your problem — and follow the conversation that unfolds.

It’s not therapy. It’s emotional investigative journalism.

Hosted by Yowei Shaw, former co-host of Invisibilia.

Follow us on Instagram: @proxy... more

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Latest Episodes

The case of Caitlin Myer, a writer who relied on her internal narrator... until one day it disappeared.

From the episode: 

— Caitlin Myer — author of Wiving— support her on Patreon and learn more: www.caitlinmyer.com

— Greta Morgan — author of The... more

Once upon a time, Yowei felt embarrassed to have a boyfriend—not because of him, but because of what it said about her.

New episodes of Proxy return April 21.

This story comes from the Love Letters podcast. Listen to more of their episodes here.

N... more

When Andrea Dunlop's sister was investigated for Munchausen by proxy abuse, it tore her family apart. In this episode of Nobody Should Believe Me, Andrea tries to understand what happened by talking to a proxy family who went through something simila... more

Ben's neighbors are right there. So... why is it so hard to actually know them?

We're tackling that question live—by finding him a proxy who's figured out how to turn a block of strangers into something more... neighbors.

Come watch us try somethin... more

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Recent Guests

Caitlin Myer
Writer, poet, memoirist; subject of the episode's case
Independent author
Episode: Caitlin Lost Her Voice
Greta Morgan
Songwriter, musician, and author of The Lost Voice; guest who also lost her voice
The Lost Voice — memoir; Springtime Carnivore (musical project)
Episode: Caitlin Lost Her Voice
Kyle Pulley
Musician and husband of Yowei, co-owner of The Headroom studio (Philadelphia)
The Headroom, Philadelphia
Episode: Yowei Used to Hide Her Husband Kyle (from Love Letters)
Robin Putcher
Sister of Hope Yabara, family member interviewed
Family member in Fort Worth, Texas
Episode: Presenting: Sisters (with Nobody Should Believe Me)
Paul Putcher
Father of Hopi Barra/ Hope Yabara
Family member in Fort Worth, Texas
Episode: Presenting: Sisters (with Nobody Should Believe Me)
Nick Putcher
Brother of Hopi Barra/ Hope Yabara
Family member in Fort Worth, Texas
Episode: Presenting: Sisters (with Nobody Should Believe Me)
Fabian Yabara
Hope Yabara's husband
Family member in Fort Worth, Texas
Episode: Presenting: Sisters (with Nobody Should Believe Me)
Hope Yabara
Subject of family investigations (depicted in story)
Individual discussed in the Munchausen by Proxy context
Episode: Presenting: Sisters (with Nobody Should Believe Me)
PE Moskowitz
Author and journalist; author of Breaking Awake
Author and journalist; Mental Health, Hellth newsletter
Episode: Presenting: P.E. Moskowitz on Whether Your Mind is Broken or the World Is (with Depresh Mode)

Host

Yowei Shaw
Emotional investigative journalist, former co-host of Invisibilia, and host of Proxy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Agree w/infamous review

    I listened to the first few minutes of the Kyle episode. Now that you mention it, the couple privilege is annoying. To be clear Kyle seems fine. But I skipped the episode (thanks for the trigger warning) and now I’m probably going to have a harder time listening to the show in the future, too. I know lots of podcast hosts are partnered but there is something about facing it head-on that put me off - not just mentioning or including a partner here and there but talking about the dynamic explicitl... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    -racer-
    United States18 days ago
  • proxy is great!

    fun, smart, fascinating & innovative

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    plausiblefabulist
    Switzerland21 days ago
  • Emotionally rich, thoughtful, poignant — for everyone!

    Not usually a podcast person, but Proxy converted even me to a faithful and enthusiastic listener!! Yowei is an exceptional host and her interview subjects are fascinating, captivating, and evocative. Proxy forever.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MLT is my favorite podcast
    United Statesa month ago
  • So on the war Ukraine your guest went to lviv Ukraine. But on the war on Gaza your guest decided to go to Tel-Aviv?

    This is like going to Moscow Russia in order to sympathise with the Ukrainian people and you did not question that. Pathetic.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    phoenix
    2 months ago
  • Help!

    Such an interesting podcast - the premise is excellent. However, the too loud, frenetic, not-quite background music drove me nuts. Please, please stop doing this!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MarioColumbus
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the deep emotional narratives and the way they tackle complex personal issues.
Many find the host's approach refreshing and relatable, positively contributing to the quality of storytelling.
Some have expressed desire for less focus on behind-the-scenes discussions, favoring content that stays on emotional issues without interruption.

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Talking Points

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Caitlin Lost Her Voice
Q: What happened to Caitlin's inner narrator and how did it affect her writing?
Her inner narrator disappeared after a concussion leading to months of rehab; over time she learned to write with a new approach and found ways to reconnect with creativity even without the old internal voice.
Presenting: The Staircase (with The Longest Shortest Time)
Q: What do you think you'll do?
Sasha feels capable of asserting herself and mentions she might ignore someone at first but would then be direct in saying she's not interested.
Presenting: Babies Not Having Babies (with The Dream)
Q: When you were working with the Progressive Anti-Abortion Uprising, what was your experience?
Charlotte shared how she was used as a poster child in the anti-abortion movement and how she felt manipulated and exploited.
Presenting: Babies Not Having Babies (with The Dream)
Q: Can we start with where you grew up?
Charlotte grew up in Gastonia, North Carolina, in government housing with a single mother and has four siblings.
Nicole Can't Stop Being Aggro
Q: But as useful as aggro can be for Nicole, she doesn't want it to spill over into her personal life. What does getting stuck in aggro look like?
Nicole describes moments where her anger overflows into personal interactions, alienating her friends instead of connecting.

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The content centers around emotional complexities and personal narratives, often addressing niche life challenges that resonate on a universal level. Each episode features in-depth conversations with individuals who have faced unique situations, offering listeners a chance to explore their feelings and connect with stories of others who have navigated similar paths. The podcast employs a distinct style of emotional investigative journalism, presenting real stories that reflect the nuances of human experience, which can be both cathartic and enlightening for its audience. What sets this apart is the focal point on moments of connection and understanding, as listeners discover not just the stories, but also their relevance to broader emotiona... more

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Recent guests on Proxy with Yowei Shaw include:

1. Caitlin Myer
2. Greta Morgan
3. Kyle Pulley
4. Robin Putcher
5. Paul Putcher
6. Nick Putcher
7. Fabian Yabara
8. Hope Yabara

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