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Unmarked

Written by: Nika and Carol
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Life doesn’t come with a grading rubric. Unmarked is an open conversation between two international teachers figuring out life, love, and purpose far from home. No edits, no filters!

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Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Episode 14 — Seasons in Our Lives
    Feb 26 2026

    Some people are forever. Some are seasonal. The hardest part is knowing the difference.

    In this episode, we talk about the seasons of our lives, the friendships we outgrew, the relationships that shaped us, the versions of ourselves we had to let go of.

    Is change something we choose or something that chooses us? Maybe not everything is meant to last. Maybe some things are meant to teach.

    Homework:

    Landslide — Fleetwood Mac

    How I Met Your Mother

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    42 mins
  • Episode 13 — Celebrating Heritage (Keep it or Toss it)
    Feb 20 2026

    Why do we do the things we do? In this episode, we unpack the customs we grew up with: the ones that felt magical, the ones that felt heavy, and the ones we’re not sure we’ll carry forward. From childhood rituals and family expectations to weddings, surnames, and generational rules, we explore what it means to live between honoring your roots and creating your own path.

    Traditions shape us. But we get to decide which ones shape our future.

    Which tradition are you keeping and which one stops with you?

    Homework:

    To Listen - CNY Song: 万事 All Right 酷哒哒 (Everything's Alright! Kudada)

    To Watch - CNY Short Film: Hundred Families Quilt

    To Read - Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

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    41 mins
  • Episode 12 — Love, Unmarked
    Feb 12 2026

    This Valentine’s special, we’re talking about love the only way we know how, honest, nostalgic, and a little chaotic.

    We revisit our school crushes, first butterflies in the hallway, and the unexpected perks (and realities) of dating a teacher. We get real about love and dating now, what we’ve learned, what we’re unlearning, and the green and red flags we wish we noticed sooner. Plus, we play a special Valentine’s game that may or may not expose us.

    Love Homework:

    Normal People — Sally Rooney

    At Last — Etta James

    Finding Her Edge

    Love isn’t always perfect. But maybe it doesn’t have to be.

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    Share your thoughts with us at unmarked.pod@gmail.com

    Also available on YouTube.

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    46 mins
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