Babalu

13 episodes · 3 with AI analysis

Sherry Zhang died by suicide in 1989, leaving behind a baby daughter and unbeknownst to her family, dozens of cassette tapes recording her innermost thoughts. Years later, Luisa, the child Sherry left behind, learns about these tapes and decides to finally get to know the mother she lost through her own words. But the more she listens, the more questions she has. Showcased at the 2026 Tribeca Festival. Featured by Apple Podcasts + Top 3 in Fiction & Drama. iHeart Podcasts Staff Pick. Visit uneasytiger.com to learn how to support our series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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People · top 10

Jim Albert Camus Terrence Patty Louisa (Lou)Deborah Gloria Andy Katie Sherry

Companies · top 4

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Topics · top 10

Trauma and PTSD recoveryMental health and depressionSuicidal ideation and crisis interventionBrain tumors and neurosurgeryMeditation and mindfulness practicesGrief and lossFound family and chosen relationshipsMemoir writing and storytellingSensory triggers and dissociationMedical decision-making and oncology

Analyzed Episodes

Nov 19, 2025

Guardians and Angels

Trauma and PTSD recoveryMental health and depressionSuicidal ideation and crisis intervention

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Nov 26, 2025

Pause

Suicide and Mental Health StigmaGrief Processing and BereavementFamily Secrets and Intergenerational Trauma

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Dec 3, 2025

Rewind (Season 1 Finale)

Single parenthood and childcare challengesWork-life-education balance for low-income workersReconnecting with past relationships and unresolved feelings

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