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End Times Art Club

Kavya Kumar 32 Episodes May 29, 2025

End Times Art Club is a creative podcast hosted by Kavya Kumar, formerly known as Coaches Don't Play. It offers a space to reflect on identity, relationships, and culture while making art. The show is split into two series: Art Club, a video format where Kavya and guests chat while trying different art projects, and Studios, an audio series featuring debates on topics like dating and conspiracy theories.

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are nonprofits the solution? May 29, 2025 00:21:38 Welcome to the first installment of the Studios subseries. In this episode, we’re diving into the Nonprofit Industrial Complex. What it is, how it came to be, and why it might be doing more harm than good. From Reagan-era policy shifts to firsthand experience at a nonprofit, let’s unpack the contradictions of a sector meant to “do good” while surviving on the crumbs of capitalism. If you’ve ever a

creating something new May 13, 2025 00:26:43 Welcome to End Times Art Club, a new chapter for the podcast formerly known as Coaches Don’t Play. In this first episode, I share the story behind the rebrand and introduce a new direction: art + conversation. We’re starting with junk journaling, what inspired this shift, life updates since my last upload, and what to expect from future episodes. What kind of guests or art forms would you like to

the nuances of modern dating Feb 28, 2024 00:42:17 Last summer, Yashmitha, Cole, and I dove into the messy world of modern dating. We unraveled the meaning of situationships and explored why relationship limbo has become so prevalent. We also had a fun conversation on the statement "men ain't shit." Does it allow men to get away with anything? Join the conversation by sharing your thoughts! . Yashmitha: instagram.com/yvshmitha/ Cole: instagram.com

mindfulness for dummies Jan 27, 2024 01:03:20 This time around, I’m joined by Yashmitha, and we’re discussing mindfulness. From the obstacles that come in the way of practicing mindfulness to stepping outside your comfort zone. What do you think of when you hear the word mindfulness? How do you motivate yourself when you don’t want to do anything? Slide into our DMs and let us know your answers or what you think of the podcast: . Yashmitha:

i’m unemployed… now what? Apr 1, 2023 00:49:18 Cole and I discuss my experiences with unemployment and corporate culture. We share our thoughts on finding your dream job while avoiding the societal pressure to grind constantly. Listen for more on the future of the podcast and its most popular episode “do brown boys deserve rights?" (Episode content starts at 4:19) Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Cole: instagram.com/whoiscolek

reparenting yourself Feb 10, 2023 00:40:25 This episode is on embracing post-grad healing and the present moment. We reflected on how we handle parents’ expectations and gave advice to our younger selves. Basically, how to be your own mommy 101. DM us to let us know if you are on a journey of your own! Talk to us on social media: Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Yashmitha: instagram.com/yvsmt

finding the will to live in the 21st century (ft. Cole) Jan 25, 2023 00:24:50 Bringing you a short episode on mental health this week! Join us in the discussion about therapy and how to talk to your parents about mental health struggles. How much do you think therapy can really help a person? Thanks for listening! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Cole: instagram.com/whoiscolek

did they cheat on you or free you? Jan 7, 2023 00:58:59 This week we’re getting to the bottom of why we hate our jobs and talk about relationships outside the limits of school. Are you an advocate for ghosting? Why does Pooja hate introverts? Is everyone you date replaceable? DM us what you thought of this ep! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Yashmitha: instagram.com/yvshmitha Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn

listen to this if you’re graduating Dec 17, 2022 00:55:40 We graduated from college this past May! Tune into our chat about our feelings and plans post-grad. We are talking about healing in the context of friendship breakups and boundaries. When would you end a friendship? What does loyalty mean to you? Let us know your answers! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Roja: instagram.com/yvshmitha

oppression with a dash of representation (ft. Keith) Apr 9, 2022 01:17:01 Enjoy this episode from the archives on the concept of race recorded in June 2021. We discussed mango diaspora poetry, Andrew Yang, intersectionality, and symbols of progress. We probably made fun of some of your favs in the process, but I hope it makes you laugh. Keith: instagram.com/mahal.keitha Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn

do you trust your friends? (ft. Tarun) Mar 19, 2022 00:47:58 Tarun joined me to define friendship in relation to conflict and vulnerability. We talked about when we realized our friends were our friends and how we could be better friends to them. Listen in to hear our funniest personal stories and get sidetracked. Let us know what you think & check out his podcast! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Tarun: instagram.com/tarunnad An Interesting Discussion Somet

36 questions that lead to love Jan 24, 2022 00:47:48 *trumpet fanfare* Happy new year! The PODCAST. IS. BACK. I talked through some questions that are meant to make you ~fall in love~ with Roja in September last year. Some of our favorites were, what would you ask a crystal ball? If you knew you’d die in a year would you change anything about your life? Do you want to be famous? Let us know your answers! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Roja: instagra

why we’re not feminists (ft. Lasya) Aug 15, 2021 00:55:48 We’re back with a special guest episode interrogating the concepts of feminism. We talk about the emasculation of brown men, white women’s role in feminism, boundary setting, “girls support girls”, and more! Join us in the DMs as we explore more labels like these. Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Lasya: instagram.com/lasya_25 Links: - https://tinyurl.com/ToxicMasculinityEp - https://tinyurl.com/St

to fight or not to fight? Jun 29, 2021 00:44:45 On today’s episode, we run through the ins and outs of conflict. This could be with one friend, friend group, or partner. We want to know how you’d describe your communication style! Should you involve other people in your fights? Who’s responsibility is to fix it? See you in the DMs (: Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn

let's talk about parenthood Jun 14, 2021 01:04:02 This week we talked all about parenting. We explored if we want kids, if having kids is ethical, and which traits we got from our parents. What would you want to pass onto your kids and what would you not? We discuss it all! Hit us up with your parenting takes! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn

canceling david dobrik May 17, 2021 01:12:31 We catch up on the “celebrity news” from this month and it’s further implications. Tune in to hear us talk about the recent allegations against David Dobrik and the vlog squad, Will Smith’s post about body positivity, and Billie Eilish’s recent vogue cover. DM us your thoughts! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn Links: Frenemies - https://bit.ly/3eRdr2T Philip DeFranc

our relationships with our bodies May 4, 2021 01:16:50 Body image! Our thoughts on the body positivity movement and body neutrality. A conversation on exercise, chronic illness, and our stories about body image. Will we ever be able to move away from the fear of fatness? (CW: disordered eating & weight) DM us on Instagram at @kvy.kmr and @nov.lenn

dating as a 20-something (ft. Lasya) Mar 28, 2021 01:00:44 Welcome back! We’re discussing dating in your 20’s with our first official guest. We talk with Lasya about hookup culture, being single, dating apps, making the first move, and going on dates. Help us answer the age old question of whether or not the guy should pay on the first date. (p.s. sorry about the audio issues) MESSAGE US! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn Lasya:

how to go to hell 101 Mar 9, 2021 01:02:41 RELIGION! A long awaited topic so we’re finally getting into it. Let’s all discuss god, new age spirituality, POC christians, mission trips, and more... DM us to discuss: Kavya: https://instagram.com/kvy.kmr/ Pooja: https://instagram.com/nov.lenn/

what’s the point of self-development? Feb 20, 2021 00:42:10 It’s time we did an audit on our relationships with self-development and self-awareness. We figured out which habits we want break or cultivate. All while discussing the pitfalls of going to extremes in the pursuit of “growth.” Do you think you’ll ever stop pursuing personal development? Let’s reflect in the DMs!Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmrPooja: instagram.com/nov.lennGuest Ep. - https://spoti.fi/

plastic surgery & the colonization of ethnic faces Jan 30, 2021 00:49:22 Join us for a discussion on all things plastic surgery. We cover Snapchat causing facial dysmorphia, how “Instagram Face” has stolen ethnic features, and the concept of “eurocentric features”. Is plastic surgery really a cure-all for your problems? DM us if you agree or disagree! Kavya: https://instagram.com/kvy.kmr/ Pooja: https://instagram.com/nov.lenn/ Article - https://bit.ly/3cpL0bI Book

cancel us: our hot takes! Jan 12, 2021 00:42:53 During No Discourse December we chatted about our controversial opinions, from the North Indian superiority complex to the negative connotation of some emotions. Our takes discuss romantic love being unsustainable, hope being delusional, and men seeing women as subpar beings! Are you cancelling us? Send us your hot take! Kavya: https://instagram.com/kvy.kmr/ Pooja: https://instagram.com/nov.lenn

what we’re taking into 2021 Dec 28, 2020 00:49:41 It’s our last episode of the year and we’re talking about how we picture our futures. This includes New Years Resolutions, marriage, and the purpose of life! What’s your relationship with money and success? HIT US UP! (p.s. we’re looking for guests) Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn

soulmates, manifestation, & aliens Dec 12, 2020 00:33:59 Let’s discuss the universe! We’re talking soulmates, free will, manifestation, and aliens. Hit us up if you’re a starseed (; Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn Cover by @karuna.dodles (:

being ugly is a choice Nov 28, 2020 00:51:11 This week’s episode is on the concept of beauty! We unpack why we cut our hair, pretty privilege, modeling, and beauty as a choice. Are we striving for beauty or perfection? DM US! Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn Ted Talk - https://bit.ly/3o2yIsb

how social media makes us disconnected (ft. Yashmitha) Nov 3, 2020 00:48:47 This time we’re joined by a very special guest to talk everything social media. From its influences on social interaction to how viewership has replaced communication. Do you think social media stalking is okay? Should we stop curating social media images? We want to hear your ideas! SLIDE INTO OUR DMS: Kavya: www.instagram.com/kvy.kmr/ Pooja: www.instagram.com/nov.lenn/ Yashmitha: instagram.com

moral dilemmas: why don’t we eat dogs? Sep 17, 2020 00:44:25 We’re back and this time we’re debating morality. We tried to answer three main questions. - Does everyone have a moral obligation to make the world a “better” place? - Are humans inherently good or bad? - Do you think you’re a good person? Happy spiraling! SLIDE INTO OUR DMS and let us know where you stand. Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr/ Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn/

Q&A: family, regrets, witches! Aug 23, 2020 00:48:18 We answer your questions on everything from our greatest inspirations, how we were raised, memories we’d erase, and if we believe in witches. Thank you for sending in questions! We love hearing from you (: DM US YOUR ANSWERS: Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn

ignorance is violent Aug 8, 2020 01:02:29 This week we’re talking about activism surrounding the BLM movement. We share our opinions on everything from performativity to white guilt. Do you think things are getting better or worse? (CW: Sexual Assault - 53m-57m) LET US KNOW: Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Yashmitha: instagram.com/br0wncl0wn Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn

let’s normalize cheating Jul 29, 2020 00:57:07 Lets talk about red flags, cheating, and polyamory! TALK TO US: Kavya: instagram.com/kvy.kmr Yashmitha: instagram.com/br0wncl0wn Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn

do brown boys deserve rights? Jun 17, 2020 00:46:20 We’re discussing the Brown Community and the standards it upholds. This means competition, misogyny, and the constant fear of repercussions. What would you like to see changed? What would you like to stay the same? TALK TO US: Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Yashmitha: instagram.com/br0wncl0wn Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn

things we wish we knew before college Jun 9, 2020 00:27:05 WELCOME TO EPISODE 1 OF “COACHES DON’T PLAY” on college! - What are the expectations vs. realities of college? What’s casual dating? & Is college lonely? FOLLOW US: Kavya: instagram.com/kavyakumar_ Yashmitha: instagram.com/br0wncl0wn Pooja: instagram.com/nov.lenn

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