This Way or That
This Way or That
Podcast Description
This Way or That is a podcast born from curiosity and fueled by connection. Join hosts Navid Modiri, a storyteller with a fascination for the mind’s infinite potential, and Emily Stansbury McLanahan, a seeker of meaning through shared experiences, as they dive into authentic, unscripted conversations with people they barely know. It’s a blend of storytelling, improv, and exploration—embracing quirks, uncovering dreams, and creating everyday magic. From unlikely friendships to the transformative power of imagination, each episode invites you to laugh, reflect, and wonder. Let’s embrace the awkward, skip the small talk, and imagine something extraordinary together!
Produced by: Emily & Navid
Edited by: Emily
Music by: Mac McLanahan
Cover photo by: Mark V. Lord - Instagram @markvlord & www.markvlordphotography.com
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast delves into themes of personal discovery, resilience, and the transformative power of imagination. Episodes cover a range of topics, such as the challenges of long COVID in an episode with Daniel, and the exploration of identity and self-perception through light-hearted discussions on community and food in conversations with Ananya.
This Way or That is a podcast born from curiosity and fueled by connection. Join hosts Navid Modiri, a storyteller obsessed with the power of imagination, and Emily Stansbury McLanahan, a seeker of meaning through unexpected conversations, as they dive into unscripted encounters with strangers.
It’s a mix of storytelling, improv, and deep-dive conversations—where dreams unfold, ideas spark, and everyday moments turn into something extraordinary. From talking to strangers and visualizing possibilities to exploring the essence of happiness and the art of human connection, each episode invites you to laugh, reflect, and reimagine your world and the world around you.
Let’s skip the small talk, embrace the unexpected, and dream much bigger—together.
Produced by: Emily & Navid
Edited by: Emily
Music by: Mac McLanahan
Cover photo by: Mark V. Lord – Instagram @markvlord & www.markvlordphotography.com
From the energy of dreams to the sweet sound of summer, Emily and Navid celebrate Season One of This Way or That! Get ready for heartfelt reflections and a playful peek into their summer plans, complete with ice cream truck distractions and a call to embrace the unexpected!
Produced by: Emily & Navid
Edited by: Emily
Music by: Mac McLanahan
Cover photo by: Mark V. Lord – Instagram @markvlord & www.markvlordphotography.com
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