Storytime with me

I explore the world of ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response), a phenomenon experienced through YouTube videos. Starting with triggers and evolving into roleplay ASMR, I found it helped me relax and sleep amidst life’s challenges. I explain the types of ASMR and how it's now a pre-sleep ritual, soothing my mind. ASMR has become my remedy for peaceful sleep.

I share my unexpected journey into reading Berserk, a highly acclaimed manga praised by my friends. I discuss its unique storytelling, character development, and dark fantasy elements. Although it didn't drastically change me, the experience sparked an interest in exploring more manga. Tune in to find out if Berserk is a must-read!

Hey, look at us! Huh, who would have thought—not me? Memes aside, I can't for the life of me wear underwear the right way. Should wearing underpants be this hard, or did I complicate it? I also share my days going commando on the battlefield and how liberating it felt.

In this episode, the sequel to "Never Fight in Public," I have free time during a college break. My friends are absent, so I try to read manga at a nearby bus stop. However, a couple's public argument disrupts my plans, prompting reflection on the importance of privacy in resolving conflicts.

I got access to all my bank accounts the day I turned eighteen. I thought access to the money was a blessing, but little did I know there was a curse waiting right around the corner for me. The bank saw this as an excellent opportunity to unleash its spam email machine on me. It was then up to me to escape the pile of spam emails and end it once and for all.

I recount the early days of my investing journey, guided by my father's advice after my 18th birthday. I share how I chose an investment app, picked stocks with minimal knowledge, and made my first investments. The narrative ends with a cliffhanger, leaving listeners curious about the outcome of my initial investments. Join me as I reflect on these experiences and learn from the mistakes made along the way.

I delve into my unusual habit of consuming content at incredibly high playback speeds. From the childhood habit of regular 1x playback to the revelation of 2x speed, I share the evolution of my content consumption. The story takes a twist as I venture into even faster speeds, reaching up to 5x. I reflect on the impact on comprehension and retention, landing at my ideal playback speed of 2x. Join me as I explore the world of accelerated content consumption and whether it's the right fit for you.

Welcome to a thought experiments episode where I delve into the concept of being a god—omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent, and omnibenevolent. I ponder whether this state of existence would be monotonous, lacking the challenges and growth found in human life. I draw parallels to the journey of life, where I start with nothing and progress through challenges. Join me in reflecting on the nature of godhood and its potential intricacies.

I’m not a huge sports fan, but I remember a childhood experience where a football came very close to killing me. This tale is about my close call with death while playing football.

In this episode, I recount an amusing travel tale, somewhat resembling a previous episode titled "How to Not Travel for Vacations." This time, it involves a misadventure with a milk factory visit while returning home from a trip. A glitch in GPS directions and misleading social media posts led us to the wrong destination. We even attempted to visit a nonexistent milk factory, guided by a misleading friend's post. The key takeaways are to choose destinations wisely on GPS and confirm details before assuming based on others' experiences.

In this episode, I recount a memorable rickshaw journey to college. It's a tale of unexpected conversation with the driver. Typically, these journeys are uneventful, but this one took a different turn when the driver engaged in conversation, leading to a series of uncomfortable questions. Ultimately, I had to set boundaries, and the driver admirably adapted and apologized, teaching us the importance of self-awareness and respecting personal space.

In this episode, I recount a peculiar school story involving a friend named Neil from my 7th-grade days. Neil's odd behavior led to a fight, prompting me to cut ties. However, Neil took an unsettling turn, becoming a persistent and annoying stalker. The situation escalated, and my best friend, Sam, intervened, resulting in a brutal fight. I found myself torn between reporting the fight to a teacher and protecting Sam. The aftermath revealed surprising reactions and shed light on handling conflicts and ending things on good terms.

In this episode, I guide you through an exciting visit to a manga café in India to celebrate a friend's birthday. We set off on this adventure after a recommendation from our friend Adrian. Navigating trains and metros, we reached the café, discovering a treasure trove of comic books in the basement. I read "Fruits Basket" and delved into the eerie world of "Uzumaki." We enjoyed an ice cream cake, witnessed a beautiful sunset, and celebrated his birthday. Adrian, a huge One Piece fan, got a thoughtful gift from me, and we had a funny train mishap on our way back. While the manga café was fantastic, it proved a bit costly and distant.

In this episode, I stumbled upon a YouTube video showcasing a 5-year hair growth time-lapse, inspiring me to embark on my hair growth journey. I had little interest in selfies or social media sharing, but the video changed my perspective. I committed to growing my hair, envisioning a style akin to Jason Momoa in Aquaman. However, the reality of hair type and the awkward growing stage made this a challenging endeavor. Though I didn't manage daily selfies, I found an alternative: taking monthly pictures before and after haircuts, providing a unique perspective on growth. Tune in for this hair saga sequel and a surprising redemption in the end!

In this unique episode, I surprise an unsuspecting live audience during my college's open mic event by sharing stories from my podcast. From initial hesitation to gaining confidence, I chose a compelling episode titled "Trolling an Online Scammer." Despite nerves and unexpected changes, I delivered a confident performance and received a fantastic audience response. Additionally, I touch on the personal journey of repairing a strained friendship.