Episode #8
Ken Smith Jr: MS is Trash
Feb 24, 202634 minS3
<p>Marcus is joined by Ken Smith Jr, a black man living with Multiple Sclerosis. Follow his Instagram @kdsvibes_17</p>
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Two USC MSW Alums on a mission to make conversations about human rights, social issues, and well-being less "awkward" and more a part of our daily lives. We are all a part of the conversation! ✨IG: @implicitlyawkward ✨Twitter: @implicitlyawk
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What is Implicitly Awkward about?
Two USC MSW Alums on a mission to make conversations about human rights, social issues, and well-being less "awkward" and more a part of our daily lives. We are all a part of the conversation! ✨IG: @implicitlyawkward ✨Twitter: @implicitlyawk
What has Implicitly Awkward covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Ken Smith Jr: MS is Trash" (24 February 2026, 34 minutes), "Chaquira Andrade: HS is trash" (17 February 2026, 36 minutes), and "Kyle Montgomery: Body Positivity is Disability Justice" (10 February 2026, 59 minutes).
How often does Implicitly Awkward publish?
Implicitly Awkward publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 46 minutes across 44 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Implicitly Awkward?
Booking probability for Implicitly Awkward is 22%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Implicitly Awkward requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Implicitly Awkward's contact route on record: verified email.
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Episode #7
Chaquira Andrade: HS is trash
Feb 17, 202636 minS3<p>Marcus is joined by Chaquira an advocate from New York City that lives with hidradenitis suppurativa.</p><p><br /></p><p>Follow her Instagram @bowtomyhsheart</p>
- Feb 10, 202659 minS3
<p>Marcus is joined by disabled artist Kyle Montgomery in a discussion about disability justice and Body Positivity. </p><p><br /></p><p>Follow his Instagram @dream_6ig</p>
Episode #5
Ryann Mason: Real Hot Girl S***
Jan 27, 202636 minS3<p>Marcus is joined by disabled nurse and chronically ill advocate Ryann Mason in this week's episode. </p><p><br></p><p>Follow her @chronically_ry on Instagram </p><p><br></p><p>NOTE: Marcus misspoke about Kelela's "In...
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Paige: Hospital Ratings
Jan 20, 202656 minS3<p>Marcus is joined by Paige, a heart warrior and chronic illness advocate. Follow her Instagram @_paigemewithacure</p>
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Episode #3
Implicitly Othering: Dory and Mike
Jan 6, 202657 minS3<p>Marcus is joined by the hosts of the Othering Podcast, Dory and Mike. They talk about the holidays, game of thrones and pitch movies on historical events</p>
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Nell: Speak Up
Dec 30, 202544 minS3<p>Marcus is joined by Nell and they discuss life, memes, fashion and more. </p><p><br /></p><p>Follow her Instagram @the_nellysnest.</p>
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Dec 23, 202557 minS3<p>Our season opener features Austin Puckett of Off The Rope Clothing and the PucksOutHere Podcast. We talk sneakers, wrestling, and life as wheelchair users. </p><p><br></p><p>Follow Puck @pucksouthere and the brand...
Episode #9
Jackie Robinson: Tube Feeding is Garbage
May 27, 202554 minS2<p>Marcus and Jackie bond over tube feeding, being black and disabled, and the importance of confidence. </p>
Episode #8
Sadieh Lozada: HS and more
May 20, 202541 minS2<p>Marcus and Sadieh discuss HS, Vaginismus and the zombie apocolypse</p>
Episode #7
Gyasi Cooper: Prosthetics and Cyborgs
May 13, 202542 minS2<p>Marcus interviews his high school classmate and Certified Prosthetist-Orthotist Gyasi Cooper. Follow his company @districtamputeecare and his personal one @5toedlegend.</p>
Episode #6
Robert Andy Coombs: Flash Photography
May 6, 202555 minS2<p>Marcus interviews renowned disabled photographer Robrt Andy Coombs. Follow his Instagram @robertandycoombs_</p>
Episode #5
Jessica Blikhorn: Disability and Art
Apr 29, 202551 minS2<p>Marcus interviews Atlanta-based artist, advocate, and professor Jessica Blikhorn. Follow her Instagram @wheelie_an_artist.</p><p><br /></p><p>CW: THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES SEXUAL VIOLENCE.</p>
Episode #4
Gaby Martinez: Academia on Wheels
Apr 22, 202546 minS2<p>Marcus interviews his graduate school classmate Gaby about her experience at USC as a wheelchair user. Follow her on Instagram @getitgaby.</p>
Episode #3
James Ian: Building Community
Apr 15, 202537 minS2<p>Marcus interviews disabled actor, model, and musician James Ian. Follow his instagram @jamesianmusic.</p>
Episode #2
Waiyee: Myositis is Trash
Apr 8, 20251h 3mS2<p>Marcus interviews fellow 30-something myositis warrior Waiyee. Follow her Instagram @myositis.and.me.</p>
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Don't Call It A Comeback....
Apr 1, 202529 minS2<p>We know you missed us and trust we missed you too. Marcus and Alexia are back with some announcements and housekeeping items for our loyal fan base. Keep it locked!</p>
- Mar 14, 202242 minS2
In this episode we have special guest Sade Kammen on to discus her experience at USC’s School of Social Work and her work on Skid Row. We talk equity, we talk academia, and we talk about how not everyone in Social Work...
Episode #4
It’s 2022 and We Are Back!!
Feb 10, 202238 minS2This episode we talk about the roller coaster that has brought us to 2022! From self care, goal setting, social media, to some pop news. It’s good to be back y’all!
Episode #3
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Nov 17, 202138 minS2This week we have software engineer @obianachebe on to share his experience pursuing a career in Tech, the influence of his identity & culture on his work, and his journey as an entrepreneur! @fitgenieapp
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