"Lucha Libris" w/ Edith Surreal

"Lucha Libris" w/ Edith Surreal

Author: Indy Hall May 20, 2024 Duration: 47:40

ON THIS EPISODE:

This week on Most Universal, I reconnect with my longtime friend, Edith Surreal. Edith is the "The Ephemeral Queen", an award-winning and title-holding pro-wrestler who has risen to fame over the past ~8 years. She opens up about the inner-workings of the art form, sharing a surprising amount of detail about how professional wrestlers design, communicate, and execute a show. And together, we discover that "everybody has a little pro-wrestler inside of them".


ABOUT MOST UNIVERSAL:

Most Universal is a podcast about the interconnectedness of idiosyncrasies. 

Every week, I sit down with friends and members of the Indy Hall community, and we discuss our unexpected interests, surprising career paths, and quirky qualities that make us who we are.

Make new friends with fascinating people, or learn a little more about the folks you thought you knew! 

Indy Hall members can join LIVE recordings every Thursday at 12pm eastern. New episodes are released every Monday, where ever you enjoy podcasts. 

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[Original music for Most Universal by Steady State]


There's a line from psychologist Carl Rogers that says, "What is most personal is most universal." For nearly twenty years, the community at Indy Hall has lived that idea, discovering that the deepest, most specific passions one person holds often create the strongest connections with others. This is the heart of Most Universal. Hosted by Indy Hall's Community Director, Adam Teterus, each conversation starts from a place of genuine curiosity. Adam sits down with fellow community members and interesting voices from beyond, not to discuss broad trends, but to dive into the granular details of what truly captivates them. You’ll hear about obscure hobbies, professional niches, and personal fixations, all explored with warmth and depth. The aim isn't just to showcase an interest, but to uncover the shared human experience tucked inside it-why a particular pursuit resonates so deeply and how that resonance spreads. This podcast is built on the belief that by listening closely to one person's specific story, we often find a piece of our own. It’s a series for anyone who believes that our weirdest corners are where we most truly meet.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 30

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