Social But Distant
Social But Distant
Matt McCormac
Feeling disconnected? Showering too much just for the privacy? Welcome to Social But Distant, a podcast where even the biggest self-isolation introvert can learn new skills and chat about life.
Episode 3: Working On the Frontlines of COVID-19 - Uplifting stories from everyday heroes who are keeping us safe
Join me and future U of T European History student Brad Wood for a discussion on his new normal, working on the frontlines of a Kingston grocery store during the pandemic. Hear Brad’s story of how he works to keep shoppers safe and happy during this uncertain time, how Brad manages both working full time, while continuing to learn at a distance as a Grade 12 student at Frontenac Secondary School. Learn from Brad’s advice on how to manage work, stay positive and remain connected with those we love and cherish most! All this and more on Episode 3 of Social But Distant.
May 31, 2020
26 min
Episode 2: Part II - The Stigma around Athletes Mental Health and Advice for your Younger Self
Join us to learn Sabrina's story, living and learning about mental illness as a competitive athlete. Hear her personal experience, how she copes with depression and anxiety, and what advice she has for others.
May 8, 2020
15 min
Episode 2 Part I: Living and Learning as a High Performance Athlete with Mental Illness
Join us to learn Sabrina's story, living and learning about mental illness as a competitive athlete. Hear her personal experience, how she copes with depression and anxiety, and what advice she has for others. 
May 8, 2020
19 min
Episode 1: Part II - Conversations with Strangers, and Finding the Story with Marc Duarte
In our first episode on Social But Distant, I want to introduce you to a good friend! After obtaining a Kinesiology degree from Western University, Marc's life has been anything but normal. From helping cyclists ride coast to coast, interviewing Olympians on his podcast Alpine On Air, to planning extreme sports events with Spartan race, Marc has many stories to tell. Join us for all the laughs, stories and advice on how to ask big questions, and get advice on how to conduct excellent interviews of your own!
May 4, 2020
19 min
Episode 1: Part I - Choosing paths and Picking Questions with Marc Duarte
In our first episode on Social But Distant, I want to introduce you to a good friend! After obtaining a Kinesiology degree from Western University, Marc's life has been anything but normal. From helping cyclists ride coast to coast, interviewing Olympians on his podcast Alpine On Air, to planning extreme sports events with Spartan race, Marc has many stories to tell. Join us for all the laughs, stories and advice on how to ask big questions, and get advice on how to conduct excellent interviews of your own!  
May 4, 2020
19 min