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Proxy with Yowei Shaw

Yowei Shaw
Mental Health
Layoffs
Psychology
Podcasting
Introversion
Emotional Intelligence
Forgiveness
Narcissism
Patreon
Narrative Psychology
Child Abuse
Emotional Investigative Journalism
Emotional Health
Alzheimer's
Trans Rights
Dementia
Caregiving
Personal Relationships
Trauma
Extroversion

Proxy investigates the weird, specific feelings that run our lives and world — sometimes by finding someone who gets it, sometimes by reporting from the emotions beat. Hosted by Yowei Shaw, former co-host and senior producer of Invisibilia.

We’ll be back with new cases this fall — and we’ll be dropping a few treats in the feed this summer. Follow the show so you don’t miss the next case.

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Latest Episodes

This week, as we continue working on new cases for the fall, we’re sharing an episode from our friends at A Slight Change of Plans.

Psychologist Ethan Kross talks to host Maya Shankar about why our inner voice sometimes helps us make sense of our li... more

We’re sharing an episode of What It’s Like to Be… from New York Times bestselling business book author Dan Heath. On the podcast, Dan explores the world of work, one profession at a time, and interviews people who love what they do. He finds out: How... more

Kaitlin Prest is one of the OG art weirdos of podcasting — creator of The Heart, the acclaimed queer feminist show about bodies, gender, power, intimacy, and the mysterious emotional terrain between people.

But these days, Kaitlin is not pitching am... more

The case of the asexual woman who wants romantic partnership with no sex. 

Taelor wants a partner who wants what she wants: closeness, commitment, emotional intimacy, a life together. Just not sex.

But years of dating as an asexual woman has left T... more

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Recent Guests

Courtney Lane
Host of The Ace Couple Podcast and Victorian hair artist
The Ace Couple, Ace community
Episode: Taelor Doesn't Want to Have Sex
David Steely
Former millionaire who has given away most of his money; involved with Resource Generation
Resource Generation (organization)
Episode: Sam Doesn't Know How to Be Rich
Jason Stewart
Podcaster and DJ, host of How Long Gone
How Long Gone
Episode: Yowei Can't Speak Bro
Scott Kiesling
Sociolinguist, professor at University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: Yowei Can't Speak Bro
Caitlin Myer
Writer, poet, memoirist; subject of the episode's case
Independent author
Episode: Caitlin Lost the Voice In Her Head
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 the Voice In Her Head
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)

Host

Yowei Shaw
Host of the show; emotional investigative journalist concentrating on niche emotional conundrums.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Phenomenal story telling combined with empathetic exploration of the struggle to be human in this modern day.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Amcaleer
    a month ago
  • Love

    Can’t believe I’m just discovering this podcast! I loved yowei on invisibilia and feel super excited to listen to more of her work! Love this concept.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ninarene711
    United Statesa month ago
  • found at the perfect time

    this podcast is helping heal me i am getting so much out of each episode. thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kendallrain
    United States2 months ago
  • Vocal fry hell

    Podcast Addict
    2
    david
    2 months ago
  • Engaging and thought provoking

    Just discovered this show recently after Yowei was featured on How to be a Better Human, and it has been as advertised!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarcusProbus282
    United States3 months ago

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Many appreciate candid, real conversations and the host's empathetic approach.
A subset highlights the show's meta-nodcast elements and fundraising discussions as less engaging.
Listeners praise the show's emotional depth and storytelling craft, calling it healing and deeply thoughtful.
Some listeners note production choices (music/clip usage) can be polarizing but still find the content impactful.

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Talking Points

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Sam Doesn't Know How to Be Rich
Q: How much is enough?
A participant suggests there is no fixed number; it is a feeling question and depends on personal security and what life throws at you.
Yowei Can't Speak Bro
Q: Why did you say yes to this interview?
Because the subject matter is close to my heart and because Ian suggested the guest,
Jane Doesn't Like Her Dogs
Q: Have you heard of anticipatory grief before this conversation?
Yes, and it helps explain why Jane's body and emotions reacted strongly to the looming loss of Baxter, suggesting a two-year preemptive grieving process that heightened fatigue and disconnection.
Caitlin Lost the Voice In Her Head
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.

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What is Proxy with Yowei Shaw about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on deeply personal, emotionally complex stories told through intimate conversations with people who have lived through situations that are usually private or stigmatized. Episodes explore topics like compassion fatigue, voice and creativity after loss, family dynamics in medical cases, and the social pressures surrounding parenting, consent, and reproductive rights. The host blends memoir-style storytelling with expert insight, often weaving in perspectives from researchers, clinicians, activists, and survivors to illuminate universal human experiences. A notable strength is the careful balance between lived experience and analytical context, which can yield both catharsis and practical takeaways for listeners facing simil... more

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2. David Steely
3. Jason Stewart
4. Scott Kiesling
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6. Greta Morgan
7. Kyle Pulley
8. Robin Putcher

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