Adultescence: Recent Episodes
Laura & Jess
Transitioning into adulthood is hard. Whether it's navigating life after high school, college or your twenties and thirties in general, things can get rough. It's easy to feel like, well, an adolescent in an adult body. Your hosts, Laura and Jess, take a light-hearted, "tough love" approach to helping you navigate these rollercoaster years of life.
It's the end of an era. Tune in to hear Jess & Laura have an honest conversation around why Adultescence is ending and some of the lessons the two have learned about "quitting."
And for those of you who want one last dose of Jess & Laura, keep listening for a very chaotic and real conversation around coming to terms with the fact that you're not special in post-grad.
Thank you to everyone who has listened to this show -- your weekly downloads and kind messages made it all worth it <3
Aside from the obvious (a celebratory drink or two), what should you do with all the rest of the dough in your first paycheck? We’ve got a few ideas… and they don’t include “blow it all and anxiously await the second one.”
Jess and Laura share how they budget their paychecks and impart some wisdom. You’ll be ready to retire in no time! (Read: approximately 30 years)
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Moving away from home and living on your own after college is a big transition. In this episode, Jess and Laura talk about how to cope with all the new responsibility.
They commiserate about how tough it can be to keep up with all the additional household maintenance tasks on top of work and social plans. Then, they give a few tips for how you can make the transition easier.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Making the most of your first month at a new job can set you apart from the pack and allow you to start off strong with a good impression. In this episode, Jess and Laura break down everything you should (and shouldn’t) do to make the most of your first 30 days at a new job.
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Graduating from college brings a ton of excitement and opportunity... but it can also leave you feeling down in the dumps about the end of an era. Especially if you sourced a lot of your identity from your college and being a student. Clubs? Friends? Leadership roles? It’s all coming to an end.
In this episode, Jess and Laura empathize with recent graduates around how tough it can be closing the college chapter of life. The two also share some promising tidbits about the excitement that the future holds.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
Be sure to rate, review and subscribe. We put out new episodes every Monday. Check out our website and subscribe to our newsletter at https://adultescence.com.
Transitioning from college to adulthood is hard. We’re not here to sugarcoat it! In this episode, Jess and Laura are here to commiserate about the never ending to-do list and grind. We aren’t living in your parents’ post grad, so we’re breaking down why you shouldn’t be quite so hard on yourself.
Stay tuned for a few tips and tricks to make the transition a little easier for new grads, and tune in next Monday for a brand new episode.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Do you find yourself wondering if you’ll ever reach the point in life where you feel like you have “enough”? If you’re an ambitious person, it might be hard to imagine sitting back and being content with what you have.
This episode is all about this struggle in your twenties and how to find balance between pushing yourself and being happy with what you already have. Jess and Laura share their personal struggles with this idea and provide some tips so you can avoid the burnout grind that too much ambition can create.
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Cue Britney Are you suffering from toxic money mindsets that are holding you back from living your most financially secure life? Symptoms may include: saying “I’ll save once I get a higher salary,” not saving at all in your 20s, forgetting about retirement or contributing minimally, trying to “keep up with the Joneses” and more.
Jess and Laura talk about the money mindsets they’ve struggled with after college and share their best tips for how you can avoid falling into these traps. It’s never too late!
Link to get a Chase Sapphire credit card: https://www.referyourchasecard.com/6m/2D9902LWRB
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Today's episode kicks off with a conversation around going out (naturally, inspired by Jess & Laura's Friday night bar hopping). The two discuss whether it's better to go out on a Friday night or a Saturday night -- which turns out to be a pretty divisive matter!
Then, the episode moves into today's topic: jealousy. Jess & Laura deep dive into why jealousy is such a shameful emotion (and why it shouldn't be) and their own experiences with the green-eyed monster. They also discuss the difference between productive jealousy and insecurity, plus some advice on how to manage jealousy in your own life.
The episode ends with Jess & Laura absolutely exposing themselves for all of the people they're jealous of. Listen to the whole episode to see if you made the list ;)
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Jess and Laura are debating the age old question for post grads: is graduate school actually worth it?
The two discuss the pros and cons of attending, when it makes sense, and when it might not be the best choice. They talk about when you should go if you do decide to, and how to make the decision for yourself.
If you’re considering attending grad school, this is the episode for you!
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Be sure to rate, review and subscribe. We put out new episodes every Monday. Check out our website and subscribe to our newsletter at https://adultescence.com.
The tea is piping hot and it's about to be spilled, besties. Do you feel like you have no friends, and you're not sure why? We've got the answers.
Jess and Laura explain the most common reasons why you might be feeling friendless. Maybe you moved to a new city, live in a small town, or maybe you just straight up aren't a good friend. (Don't shoot the messenger!)
They also provide some advice for how to get over these common pitfalls and develop better friendships as an adult.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Be sure to rate, review and subscribe. We put out new episodes every Monday. Check out our website and subscribe to our newsletter at https://adultescence.com.
The weather is heating up, it’s time for your dating life to defrost with it. Jess and Laura talk about how to get back into the dating game after a hiatus.
Your hosts give practical tips about how to know when you’re ready to start dating again, plus actionable advice for anyone who’s ready to mingle. Hot girl summer, we’re comin’ for ya.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Be sure to rate, review and subscribe. We put out new episodes every Monday. Check out our website and subscribe to our newsletter at https://adultescence.com.
Step away from the Chase Sapphire application, and let's deep dive into credit cards. Gen Z is racking up credit card debt faster than any other generation, and Jess and Laura have a few suspicions as to why.
If you're overspending on CC's, this might be the tough love message you need to hear! They're not all bad, but like any financial tool, they should be used thoughtfully. Jess and Laura share their experiences with credit cards and debt, and provide some tips on how you can avoid the trap of revolving balances.
Tune in as your hosts talk all things credit, debt, consumer spending, personal finance, and even touch on the de-influencing trend taking over TikTok. You're not alone, and you can turn this train around, bestie.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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This week, the gals are trying out a new, shorter format for the pod. Less rambly intros, more focus on the topic -- let them know your thoughts!
Jess & Laura dive into Laura's life-mantra: nothing matters. The two discuss their tendency towards overthinking everything, how this has affected their social life, and the ways that applying the "nothing matters" mindset can help make life more enjoyable.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Happy Monday, Adultescents! Today, we're re-airing a previous episode all about friend groups. Jess & Laura discuss the trials and tribulations of not having a big friend group -- societal pressure from shows like Friends, having several friends who aren't friends with each other, comparison, and more!
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Happy Monday, Adultescents! Today’s episode kicks off with a conversation around Laura’s birthday and some lessons she’s learned in her 27 years (or as the duo discuss, actually 28 years…).
Then, Jess & Laura move into today’s topic: discussing which working style is best for post-grade. They chat about the pros and cons of working remote, hybrid and fully on-site.
The episode ends with the adulting moments of the week, which include Jess’s surprising gas bill and Laura’s reminder to live life for your future birthday book.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Today’s episode begins with some commiseration about all the little annoying things that come with being an adult. Anyone else dying to be a kid again?
The main topic of this week is how to get out of a slump. If you’re feeling it - between winter blues and being burnt out by work - we can relate. Jess and Laura explain why it’s super normal to feel this way sometimes, and the signs you might be in a bit of a funk.
They share examples of times when they’ve felt this way, and how they’ve successfully pulled themselves out of slumps in the past. This episode is for you if you’re feeling super over it right now.
Finally, adulting moments this week include a tip about buying a new mattress and a suggestion to make grocery shopping easier.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Happy Monday and welcome back to Adultescence! This week's episode begins with a conversation about the TikTok trend about how to not "live for the weekends." Jess and Laura discuss the ways in which they make their weekdays more fun.
The topic this week is how to develop and build good friendships with amazing people. Jess and Laura talk about why having healthy friendships is so important, and attempt to explain why we tend to keep "bad" friends who aren't adding any value to our lives. How can we break that habit?
Then, your hosts go through green flags to look for in friends that signal they might be a good match for you in the long term. Making friends is a lifelong process - and we can all work on getting better at it! Adios, toxic pals.
The episode concludes with adulting moments including a book rec (Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Tawwab Glover) and a reminder to ask for what you want.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Hey, you! Yes, you. Do you have a budget? Or do you "have" a budget (aka you created a spreadsheet once two years ago and haven't looked at it once since?). This episode is for you.
Budgeting is traditionally a pretty boring topic, but it doesn't have to be. Having a budget doesn't mean you have to quit doing everything you love and stick to only the essentials for the rest of your life. In this episode, Jess and Laura talk about what a budget is, how to create one that actually works for your life, and explain why so many common budgeting tactics tend to fail.
The two share tangible budgeting tips, from the perspectives of a reformed shopaholic and a spreadsheet-phobe. If we can get our budgets together, you can too!
High-yield savings account referenced in this episode - sign up using our Marcus by Goldman Sachs referral code: https://www.marcus.com/us/en/savings/referral?referralcode=JES-H9E-M6KY
Adulting moments this week include reflection on switching to working in-person and a buddy workout tip.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Welcome back to another JUICY dating episode of Adultescence! Prepare for the takes to be piping hot in this episode, as we talk all about ghosting.
What is ghosting? Is ghosting always bad? When does ceasing communication become "ghosting?" When is ghosting someone better than just being honest? Why do people ghost? If you ghost someone, does that make you a horrible person?
Jess and Laura break down the dating phenomenon, share their own experiences with being ghosts and getting ghosted, and reflect on how those things made them feel. They share some listener polls and responses, too.
Adulting moments of the week include a thrifting tip and a solution to the gender wage gap.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Happy Monday, adultescents! Jess and Laura start today's episode with a conversation about working out and the unexpected benefits of doing it a lot (as in, being able to eat a lot more!).
The bulk of the episode is all about strategizing your career moves. Once you put in a few years of grunt work at the bottom of the totem pole, decisions about when to change jobs and how to position your skills get...more complicated. Jess and Laura talk through how to play your career cards right.
They give some examples from their own career paths, and talk through how they've made choices about job moves in the past. You'll walk away from this episode feeling empowered to look at the big picture of your career and think through which move you should make next.
The adulting moments this week include a reminder to continue learning after college and a bullet journaling tip/recommendation.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Jess and Laura are back at it again — this time, with Laura’s new, pink mic! They kick off the episode with a conversation around the DINK trend on TikTok (aka “Double Income, No Kids”) and why we should all remove judgment from others' childbearing decisions.
Then, they move into the real meat of the episode — red flags in dating and relationships. They discuss some common red flags (many of which you can spot early in dating someone), and how to acknowledge them. Versus, ya know, ignoring all the red flags and ending up in a toxic relationship!
They end this episode with a fun game: “red flag or ick.” Jess and Laura reveal scenarios to one another — some of which actually happened — and vote whether it’s a red flag or just an “ick.”
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Making friends after college can be hard, but Jess and Laura are here to help in this week's episode!
First, we debrief on some upcoming TV series we're excited about. Then, we break down why it can feel so hard to make friends as an adult. It's normal to feel like there are very few opportunities to socialize and form strong connections without the benefit of classes and clubs.
Then, Jess and Laura talk about many different ways to make friends after college, including some concrete tips you can act on right now. The pair conclude by making their own commitments to broadening their social circles in 2023.
The episode concludes with adulting moments about interior decorating and organization.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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We kick off this week's episode with some Dry January inspiration for our listeners. Jess and Laura share some alcohol-free ways they've been spending their time lately! Plus, the two chat about the state of the economy and give a little pep talk to anyone facing layoffs for the first time in adulthood.
The topic of the week is how to not dread the 40-hour work week. It's normal to experience a certain level of uneasiness about the week to come, but what's a normal amount of Sunday Scaries, and what is a sign that you're in the wrong job?
Jess and Laura talk about how they've gotten used to working 9-5 jobs, and provide some tips and tricks to make the week less awful.
The adulting moments this week include a listener-submitted tip regarding drains, and a shout out to 401k's.
Laura's Marcus by Goldman Sachs referral link (open an account and we both get an extra 1.00% added to our APY for 3 months!): https://www.marcus.com/share/LAU-QZ8-ZKBN
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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In today’s episode, Jess and Laura recap some books, and then dive into the topic at hand: alcohol, drinking culture in America, and the sober curious movement.
Sober curiosity is the gray zone between being totally sober and drinking regularly. After years of binge drinking in college, some twenty-somethings are embracing the idea of reevaluating their relationship with alcohol.
Jess and Laura talk about how their relationships with alcohol have evolved over the years since college graduation, and provide some ideas for how you can dip your toes in the movement, plus why it might help you.
Finally, the episode concludes with adulting tips about a standing desk setup and how to kick your Starbucks addiction. Here’s the link to Jess's standing desk converter: https://amzn.to/3WUeRgQ
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Happy 2023, adultescents! We are ringing in the new year with an episode geared towards you and your goals.
Have you set any New Years resolutions, and now you’re looking for actionable tips on how to nail them this year? We run through our best advice from personal experience, so you can make 2023 your most powerful and productive year yet.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas, adultescents! Our gift to you is that we announced the giveaway winner. RawrMooQuack, DM us on Instagram @adultescencepodcast to claim your Starbucks gift card.
This episode begins with a book conversation, and a preview of next week’s topic all about achieving your goals.
The main topic today is how to manage money in relationships. Jess and Laura discuss the three different methods to manage money as a couple. They explain why it’s important to have these conversations early, and then provide some practical tips to open up the dialogue with your S.O. Plus, don’t miss their first date debate: who should pay for a first date?
Finally, the episode finishes off with adulting tips about canceling cable to save money and a recommendation to prolong the lifespan of your furniture and clothes.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Welcome back to Adultescence! This episode kicks off with a reminder to leave a review for your chance to win a $50 Starbucks gift card! Our giveaway ends on December 15th.
Next, Jess and Laura talk about traveling, recap Jess's recent trip to Mexico, and Laura solicits vacation ideas from the audience.
The topic of the episode is how to simplify your life in a culture that feels very "more is more" (especially around the holidays). Jess and Laura consider how to embrace the simple pleasures in life, and discuss why the desire to overcomplicate life is so insidious. The pair give examples of how they're manifesting this philosophy in their own lives, and why they recommend it for adultescents everywhere.
Finally, the episode wraps up with bookish adulting moments: a shoutout to audio books and a plug for Book of the Month.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Happy December, adultescents! We kick off the festive season by talking about Christmas decor and holiday festivities, plus some gift ideas.
The main topic today is how to live beneath your means...even when you aren't making a lot of money yet. Why is it important? Splurging in every category is a recipe for lifestyle creep. To avoid burning through your budget, it's important to learn to be intentional with your money early on in adulthood.
Jess and Laura talk about why it's easy to start living above your means, especially as your salary starts to increase. They share some tips on how to avoid this trap, why you should have a handle on what your "means" are, and give some practical advice on how to cut out the spending triggers in your life.
Finally, adulting moments include a shoutout to the power of baking soda as we enter baking season, and a sad update to the ongoing student loan forgiveness saga.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Be sure to rate, review and subscribe. We put out new episodes every Monday. Check out our website and subscribe to our newsletter at https://adultescence.com.
Psst... don't forget to leave a review for your chance to win a $50 Starbucks gift card! Once we hit 25 reviews, we'll pick a winner.
This week's episode begins with a conversation about daylight savings time and seasonal affectiveness disorder, and a discussion about embracing feeling unmotivated.
The rest of the episode is all about friendship red flags. What signs should you look out for that might indicate you have a toxic friend? What are early red flags, and what behaviors might creep up later in a relationship? Why is it so common to deal with bad friends right after college graduation?
Finally, Jess and Laura share adulting moments about credit card rewards points and a reminder to stay on top of your bills.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Be sure to rate, review and subscribe! We put out new episodes every Monday. Check out our website and subscribe to our newsletter at https://adultescence.com.
Psst... don't forget to leave a review for your chance to win a $50 Starbucks gift card! Once we hit 25 reviews, we'll pick a winner.
Happy Monday! This week's episode begins with a conversation about Thanksgiving as we all prepare for the upcoming break. And the break is much needed, as we conclude in the meat of the episode... which is all about burnout.
Burnout effects as us, but it is especially prevalent after college. You are exposed to all these new experiences and life changes all at once: new job, new apartment, not enough free time. It's easy to begin feeling exhausted and burnt out.
Jess and Laura define burnout and explain how it differs from regular old exhaustion. What causes burnout, and how can you avoid it? They also go through the physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms of it.
The adulting moments this week include two tips about the gym: a recommendation to attend Friday evening gym classes, and to calculate how much your membership is actually costing you.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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This week's episode kicks off with a discussion about the costs of being a remote worker vs. the costs of commuting into the office, plus a debate about which mode of working is better. Plus, a reminder to leave a review on Apple Podcasts for a chance to win a $50 Starbucks gift card!
The topic at hand this week is a question: should you or should you not break up after college? Jess and Laura talk through all the reasons why so many folks are plagued with this concern as post grads. If you're wondering whether or not you should break up with your partner, ask yourself the three questions we pose in the episode.
We wrap up with adulting moments including an espresso machine update and a reminder to appreciate where you are in the present moment.
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This week's episode kicks off with an exciting announcement: a $50 Starbucks gift card giveaway! Enter to win by leaving a review and rating on Apple Podcasts. Once we hit 25 reviews, we'll announce a winner.
Then, Jess and Laura debrief on Love is Blind season 3. This conversations goes from 00:06:30 until 00:27:30. Skip ahead if you're not a LIB fan (but you should be).
The topic this week is the feeling of "post grad blues" - depression, anxiety, loneliness, and sadness you might experience after graduating from college. Laura and Jess go over the causes, their personal experiences with the emotions, and finally provide some tips for combatting the blues.
The episode wraps up with adulting moments of the week about a job promotion and a holiday shopping tip.
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Welcome to a very spooooky episode of Adultescence! Happy Halloween, besties! This week, we're telling very scary stories about adulthood. Be sure to listen with the lights on.
We start the week's episode by talking about Halloweens past, and the highlights (and lowlights) of our costume careers.
Then, Laura and Jess each share a TRUE adulthood horror story to send shivers down your spine on this creepy Monday. Plus, with the help of our listeners on Instagram stories, we built the ultimate twenty-something horror movie. Make sure to follow us @adultescencepodcast so you can join in next time!
Finally, this week's adulting moments include an ode to soup and an espresso machine investment.
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We're starting off this week's episode with a reminder to apply for student loan forgiveness if you're eligible. The application is officially live! Then, Jess and Laura give a few movie and TV recommendations before getting into the main topic (00:19:16).
Let's talk about codependent friendships. What is a codependent friendship, and why are they so harmful and prevalent in the years immediately following college graduation? Laura and Jess share examples from their experiences in codependent friendships, and give some tips on how to get out of that situation if you're currently dealing with this.
This week's adulting moments include an anecdote about the power of asking for what you want and an investing tip.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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This Monday, we kick off the episode talking about the new movie Smile, an addendum to episode #65 regarding Rory Gilmore, and the difference between different types of horror movies. Which ones are the scariest?
Then, we get into the topic of the week which is all about lifestyle creep. What is lifestyle creep, and why is it such a problem in the years following college graduation? How can you combat the money-sucking habit? How did Laura and Jess experience lifestyle creep in their own lives? Tune in for all the answers!
Finally, we conclude with adulting moments about I-Bonds and pet ownership.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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In this week’s intro, we cover everything from Tom Brady and Gisele’s divorce rumors to a few movie and book recommendations. The topic at hand this week is the trendy idea of “quiet quitting.”
We’ve all heard the buzzword being thrown around in the media. But what does “quiet quitting” actually mean? What are the pros and cons of asserting boundaries at work and not going above and beyond your job description? Jess and Laura debate the merits of being a quiet quitter, and provide all the info on why you should consider doing it, in a way that actually benefits you.
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This week, we're talking about relationships (in a slightly different way). If you've ever felt bad about your own dating life as a result of your favorite shows or movies, you're not the only one. In this episode, Jess and Laura break down some of the most common dating and relationship tropes and why they're downright unrealistic.
No couple is safe. We come for Jim and Pam from The Office, Rory and all her boyfriends in Gilmore Girls, every couple in Friends, Olivia and Fitz from Scandal, Chuck and Blair from Gossip Girl, and many more. At the end of the day, we love these shows, but having an awareness of how these relationship examples are harmful to our own expectations can be beneficial.
Our adulting moments this week include a pro-tip for Kindle users and a recommendation for sprucing up your apartment on the cheap.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
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Happy Monday, adultescents! Today's episode begins with a brief debrief of the Love is Blind: After the Altar special. If you aren't interested in Love is Blind, skip to 14:46. The book that we recommended is called "Luckiest Girl Alive," by Jessica Knoll. Be aware that there are several trigger warnings in effect!
Our main topic today is the question on so many of our minds in post-grad: am I pursuing the right career path? Jess and Laura answer their first listener email and give practical advice for anyone considering a career transition. Whether what you studied in college isn't what you want to do moving forward, or if you just have various interests and aren't sure which one to chase after, this episode is chalk-full of advice.
Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at hello@adultescence.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!
Our adulting moments this week include a shoutout to a meal service kit, and a few Trader Joe's recommendations for quick and easy dinners.
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Today's episode kicks off with a conversation about the wild fashion trends that are "in" right now and the struggle to find cute, timeless clothes in your mid-to-late twenties.
The rest of the episode is about creating structure after college. One of the most challenging aspects of post-grad is losing that built-in structure of class, work, internships, studying, and breaks. In post-grad, it's a lot more difficult to know how to use our free time.
Jess and Laura talk about the ways in which they've created structure after college - i.e. morning and night routines, having set weekend plans, prioritizing the most important, live-giving things, and more. Tune in for lots of helpful tips and tidbits if you're struggling to stick to a routine!
Finally, the adulting moments for the week include motivation around getting better at things and the realization that change can be invigorating.
In this episode, we referenced these episodes:
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- Reflecting on 2021 & New Year's Goals
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- Setting Sustainable and Fun Routines
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- Finding Hobbies in Post-Grad
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In today’s episode, Laura and Jess talk about their ideal weekend and all the elements it includes. Make sure to follow @adultescencepodcast on Instagram to play along with our polls and other fun things on our stories!
The rest of the episode is all about dealing with drama and conflict at work. Conflict is a normal part of life, even at work. But what are the best ways to handle gossip, bullying, toxic managers and colleagues, and other common problems in the office?
Jess and Laura spill all the tea on the times they’ve dealt with destructive drama at work. How did they go about handling the different situations, and what would they do differently today? How can you avoid getting involved in drama at work?
Finally, today’s adulting moments include a tip about asking for what you want at work, and a WiFi recommendation.
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Welcome back, adultescents! Today’s episode kicks off with a pre-travel chat about Laura’s upcoming trip to Portugal. Then, Jess and Laura talk about the differences between Millennials and Gen-Z.
For the bulk of the episode, this week’s topic is all about family relationships after college. It’s no secret that sometimes, parents can be domineering - even if they want the best for you. Jess and Laura talk about how to gain more independence from your parents in early adulthood, and some of the struggles they’ve faced when setting boundaries with family.
The adulting moments of the week include an anecdote about hanging curtains and a tip for cleaning out your closet.
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Welcome to part two of our new Post-Grad Story series of the Adultescence podcast! In this episode, Jess shares her post-grad journey and Laura takes a seat as the interviewer.
In this conversational interview episode, Jess tells her post-grad story. From expectations vs. reality, to sharing the most challenging aspects of life after college, to disclosing some of her toughest moments.
In these episodes, you'll get a raw and real picture of the truth about post-grad in every aspect. Between managing money for the first time, to starting a full-time job, to dealing with shifting social dynamics, life post-college isn't all sunshine and rainbows.
Do you want to share your post-grad story? DM us on Instagram @adultescencepodcast, or send us an email at hello@adultescence.com. We'd love to have you on the podcast and share your experience!
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Welcome to a brand new series of the Adultescence podcast! In this episode, Laura shares her post-grad journey and Jess takes a seat as the interviewer.
In this conversational interview episode, Laura tells her post-grad story. From expectations vs. reality, to sharing the most challenging aspects of life after college, to disclosing some of her toughest moments.
In these episodes, you'll get a raw and real picture of the truth about post-grad in every aspect. Between managing money for the first time, to starting a full-time job, to dealing with shifting social dynamics, life post-college isn't all sunshine and rainbows.
Do you want to share your post-grad story? DM us on Instagram @adultescencepodcast, or send us an email at hello@adultescence.com. We'd love to have you on the podcast and share your experience!
Thanks for listening, besties! Check out our website and subscribe to our newsletter at https://adultescence.com/.
Your hosts are feeling fall fever after a heat wave that resulted in summer fatigue. The pair start the episode by talking about why fall is the best season (especially in Boston). Later in the intro, they rank their favorite seasons, months, and days of the week.
The bulk of the episode is about FOMO (or the fear of missing out). Jess and Laura talk about their own experiences with FOMO and why it's worse after college. They introduce the idea of "JOMO," or the "joy of missing out," that you can feel once you figure out what you do and don't want to participate in.
FOMO sucks; let's not sugar coat it. But it's a feeling you can kick. Your hosts give a few helpful pointers for how you can avoid FOMO (like getting off social media), and take ownership of your social life.
The adulting moments this week involve travel tips and how to avoid (and combat) bedbugs.
Thanks for listening, besties! Send us a note at hello@adultescence.com or DM us on Instagram @adultescencepodcast with a post-grad story, question, or adulting moment for us to share on the pod. Check out our website and subscribe to our newsletter at https://adultescence.com/.
In this week’s episode, we begin by discussing the disgusting heat wave that’s hitting Boston (and the rest of the world). Then, Jess and Laura discuss the most recent season of The Bachelorette. If you’re not a Bachelorette fan, you can skip to 22:55 for the rest of the episode.
Today’s episode is all about being single. Being single gets a bad reputation, but it shouldn’t. Jess and Laura talk about the best things about being single, and why it’s not bad or scary like it’s cracked up to be.
Ultimately, being single is better than being in a bad relationship, or a relationship that isn’t serving you. The two discuss all of the reasons why, and provide tips to anyone who isn’t sure if their relationship is right for them.
Finally, the episode concludes with the adulting moments of the week, which include a tip about cable boxes, and a plug for Pura, a smart home diffuser.
Thanks for listening, besties! Send us a note at hello@adultescence.com or DM us on Instagram @adultescencepodcast with a post-grad story, question, or adulting moment for us to share on the pod. Check out our website and subscribe to our newsletter at https://adultescence.com/.
Today’s episode begins with Jess’s movie recommendation: Whiplash. She and Laura discuss the themes of the movie, and how the desire to be the best at something fades with age.
Then, the pair get into the topic of the week: the best parts about post-grad! It only took 55 episodes, but we are finally talking about all the things we like about being out of college.
Life after graduation, while challenging, is also amazing - and in many ways, better than life in college. After all, you have the money to work towards your dreams and goals (hello, buying a house!). You finally get to learn some practical skills on the job, and no longer have to spend all your free time studying. Plus, you have the opportunity to pursue things you didn’t have time for in college, like reading for pleasure or picking up a new hobby.
The freedom that comes after you walk the graduation stage is exhilarating, and this episode is dedicated to all the reasons why.
What’s your favorite part about post-grad? Send us a note at hello@adultescence.com or DM us on Instagram @adultescencepodcast with a post-grad story, question, or adulting moment for us to share on the pod.
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Download Yuka, the cosmetic and food scanning app that Jess talked about in her adulting moment of the week: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/yuka-food-cosmetic-scanner/id1092799236
Thanks for listening, besties! See you next Monday.
Jess and Laura kick off this week’s episode with a discussion about the pros and cons of spending summer in the city. Plus, recent experiences with workouts gone wrong and a deep cleaning extravaganza result in injuries and soreness, leading your hosts to lament on one of the more upsetting challenges of being an adult: the effect gravity starts to take on your body.
In today’s episode, the ladies break down what they did during the summer after college graduation. They reflect on what they would have done differently if given the opportunity, and why they made the choices they did. Then, the pair offer up a list of suggestions for new grads on how to fill their time in between college and the “real world” (aka joining corporate America). Some ideas include traveling, volunteering, joining the Peace Corps, or taking some time off.
Finally, they explain why it’s important to take ownership of your life and your choices in post-grad, and consider taking advantage of the momentum you have to make big decisions, like moving cross-country or traveling the world.
We’d love to hear from you! Send us a note at hello@adultescence.com or DM us on Instagram @adultescencepodcast with a post-grad story, question, or adulting moment for us to share on the pod.
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Thanks for listening, besties! See you next Monday.
In today’s episodes, Jess and Laura recap their July 4th weekends, and the baby fever, house fever, and puppy fevers that resulted from it.
Then, the pair dive into the episode topic: how to manage conflict with roommates. It’s no secret that living with others can be hard. Jess and Laura discuss some of the challenges they’ve faced when living with roommates, and how they handled those situations (not always gracefully). They offer some advice and practical tips on how to handle conflict, even if you’re conflict-averse (or if your roomie is).
Check out episode 5 next (Post-grad living situations) for advice on how to select roommates after college to avoid getting to a point of conflict in the first place!
And, if you’re looking for new digs, read this article about how to go about an apartment hunt: https://adultescence.com/apartment-hunting-tips/
Thanks for listening, and see you next Monday, besties!
Today's episode kicks off with a discussion about the summer engagement fever that is sweeping the nation (or at least Jess and Laura's Instagram feeds). They talk about avoiding comparison and enjoying the life stage you're currently in, which can be easier said than done.
Then, they get into today's topic: what to do when your friend has a higher starting salary than you. The conversation dives into the feelings of jealousy and comparison, how to make the most of a meager salary, and how to cope with the Green Monster (jealousy, that is).
This episode is all about money: the feelings we attach to having or not having it, and how to develop our own sense of self outside of our salary.
The pair conclude by sharing their adulting moments of the week. Thanks for listening, besties!
Jess and Laura kick off today’s episode with a discussion about the current state of the housing market. It’s hard not to feel discouraged when the ability to buy a house is so out of reach for Millennials. What are the reasons for the current state of the market?
Then, the pair dive into the main topic of today’s episode: how to adjust to a full-time job after college.
It’s hard to transition from college life, which is full of hour-long blocks, lots of breaks, and time to spend outside or on activities unrelated to your studies. Once you get your first job, all of that changes.
Jess and Laura talk about their experiences in their first jobs post-graduation, how they got through those challenges, and then provide some tips and advice for any new grads feeling the blues about their 9-5.
Listen to episode 4 (How to Show Up to Your First Job and Any New Job) and episode 16 (Does the “Dream Job” Exist?) next for more on this topic!
Here’s the article we referenced in the intro of this episode: https://www.boston25news.com/news/local/new-report-says-181k-salary-needed-buy-typical-boston-area-home/MG3EF3YZJZAMJCZQ7BT2NVT7MI/
In episode 50 of the podcast, Jess and Laura kick it off with a discussion about the long weekend they spent together in Laura’s hometown. They talk about how much harder it is to recover from long, social weekends at this stage of life, which leads into this week’s main topic: socializing as an adult.
Social rules and norms are different when you reach adulthood. The two discuss how different it is to make plans with friends when they no longer live on the same campus (or even in the same dorm) as you. Friendships will shift, change, and maybe even end as a result of living in different places and having plans that don’t revolve around going out and drinking.
Your hosts end by diving into a few tips for a successful post-grad social life, and then leave you with their adulting moments of the week.
Articles referenced:
1. Things to Do Instead of Drinking: https://adultescence.com/things-to-do-instead-of-drinking/
2. Fun Things to Do With Friends: https://adultescence.com/fun-things-to-do-with-friends/
Check out episode 46 (Maintaining Friendships After College) and episode 35 (It’s OK If You Don’t Have a Big Friend Group) next for more on the topics we covered today. See you next Monday, besties!
Casual relationships can take many forms…hookups, friends with benefits, the undefined phase of dating. Sometimes they’re desired and sometimes they’re just how the wind blows.
In this episode, Jess & Laura discuss how to determine if you’re cut out for a casual relationship and some of the challenges associated with them. Enjoy!
One of the biggest changes between college and post-grad is MONEY. No longer are you living off of your measly part-time campus job...you're making the big bucks. Or should we say "big bucks"...
In this episode, Jess & Laura discuss 6 money moves you should make after college to set your financial life up for success in your twenties and beyond. If you don't get these right at first, don't be hard on yourself! You have plenty of time to sort out your finances, but keeping these in your back pocket will set your future self up nicely for a fabulous retirement.
The pressure to secure a full-time job right after college is real. Many of us spend senior year submitting dozens of applications in the hopes that we'll have the perfect job ready to begin shortly after we receive our diplomas. But the reality is that most of us...don't.
In this episode, Jess & Laura discuss the experience of job hunting after college, and why it's really not a bad thing (and quite normal) to be unemployed after you graduate. Enjoy!
Article referenced in episode: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/12/10/50percent-of-the-class-of-2020-got-full-time-jobs-6-months-after-graduation.html
After college, a lot of our friends scatter across the country...even world! This is in addition to the high school friends who also may live in other area codes, making for a lotof people we need to keep in touch with.
In this episode, Jess & Laura deep-dive into maintaining friendships after college (and throughout life). The two discuss tips on maintaining friendships, their personal experiences with this subject, and how to overcome some of the barriers to keeping these relationships alive. Enjoy!
Boundaries are tough. Especially when you're a bonafide people pleaser whose worst fear is disappointing others. But life is unnecessarily hard without boundaries! In this episode, Jess & Laura talk about how to set boundaries and ideas for boundaries you might set with your friends, partner, employer, and even yourself. Enjoy!
In this episode, Jess & Laura discuss abundance versus frugality money mindsets. They share how they've used both within their own lives, and the importance of understanding which mindset works best to achieve your goals. Enjoy!
Today's episode is all about one-sided friendships....you know the type. The friendships where you ALWAYS text first to make plans, often with no response. The ones where you're their therapist, but the other person wouldn't even remember your boyfriend's name. The ones where you have to carry the entire friendship on your back, or else it's over.
Laura & Jess share their experiences with one-sided friendships, and dive into how you can cope with these types of relationships in the future. Enjoy!
Raise your hand if you've ever been personally victimized by health insurance!
In this episode, Jess and Laura are joined by Elizabeth Davis, UX Designer at Wex (and Laura's sister). Elizabeth helps design software that allows employers to manage their benefits for their employees...so she knows a thing or two about health insurance! Check out this episode to learn more about the basics of health insurance, including definitions of the words "deductible" and "copay". Enjoy!
We're all oh so familiar with the sense of dread that conveniently appears on a Sunday night before a long work week. Whether you're anxious from your weekend bender or dreading the busy week ahead, we all can relate to the Sunday Scaries. In this episode, Jess & Laura break down the causes of Sunday Scaries and how you can combat them. Enjoy!
In this episode, Jess & Laura dive into the intricacies of friendship breakups. The two discuss how friendship breakups happen, whether they warrant a formal conversation, and how to cope with one. Enjoy!
Life leading up to post-grad was FILLED with structured opportunities for hobbies. There were organized sports, philanthropic organizations, clubs for everything under the sun...the options were endless! But then, you graduate...and you have free-time after work...and suddenly it can be challenging to know how to fill your time.
In this episode, Laura & Jess dive into the value of finding a hobby in post-grad. They also discuss why it's important to be able to articulate your hobbies and get out of your comfort zone to try new ones. Enjoy!
Grocery shopping is a skill most of us don't develop in college. In fact, the majority of us subsisted off of dining hall points and pizza rolls for the duration of our college experience. As an adult, you can kiss the dining hall staff goodbye (we'll miss you!).
In this episode, Laura and Jess dive into tips around saving money on groceries and reducing food waste...because let's be real, we've all been the aspirational grocery shopper who buys a bunch of kale, only to watch it rot in the fridge. Enjoy!
We all know the person who acts like their birthday is the most important event of the year. Time seems to stop and they expect the world to revolve around them for four, five, six days...maybe even WEEKS. They sport a sash, they plan an elaborate (and expensive) birthday gathering, and maybe even propose a birthday trip to Cancun. Or Greece.
In this episode, Jess & Laura dive into all things birthdays, from celebrations to gift giving to social media etiquette. Be sure to check this one out...it's gonna be juicy.
We're in the thick of winter, which means colder days, less sunlight, and the inevitable winter blues. In this episode, Jess and Laura discuss their experiences with the winter blues & share tips on how to turn a bad day around.
Did you envision your adult social life would be a lot like the TV show friends? Do you have a series of miscellaneous friends who aren't friends with each other? Do major group social holidays like the Super Bowl stress you out more than pump you up? If so, this episode is right up your alley.
Laura & Jess discuss the trials and tribulations of not having a designated friend group. Listen to this episode to feel a little less alone and (hopefully) walk away with some advice on managing a friend-group-less lifestyle. Hint hint: it's actually not that bad... think easier planning & less drama.Related Article: https://adultescence.com/no-group-of-friends/
In this episode, Jess & Laura deep dive into the DATING APPS. The two discuss dating app red flags, tips for making a strong dating app profile, and how to protect your energy while navigating the apps. Enjoy!
In this episode, Laura & Jess discuss the differences between their first job hunt and all of the ones that follow. Listen to this episode to hear job hunting tips, things to look for in a job, and how to stand out from other candidates.
Dating can be exhausting...especially in post-grad. You may be experiencing a lot of first dates with no second dates, you may get ghosted, you may even be disrespected by potential partners. It's easy to get discouraged with all of the struggles that go into dating in your twenties. That said, Laura & Jess share six ways you can take the power back in your dating life!
Intro: 00:00 - 33:50
Body of the Episode: 33:50 - 1:49:15
Adulting Tip of the Week: 1:49:15 - 2:02:39
Are you entering 2022 feeling like your financial life is a bit chaotic? Are you struggling to feel financially secure? Looking to achieve some financial goals, but not sure where to start? If so, this might be the episode for you.
In this episode, Jess & Laura share eight areas of your financial life that are important to focus on to ensure you're setting your finances up for success in 2022! Please keep in mind that neither are financial experts and are speaking from personal experience.
In this episode, Laura & Jess are joined by Ashley Grado, a holistic health coach based out of Hoboken, New Jersey. The trio discuss holistic health, getting into a healthy routine after college, and how to find an intuitive relationship with food and alcohol.
Ashley's Instagram: @ashrosewellness
Ashley's Website: https://ashrosewellness.com
We've all seen the morning routine videos on YouTube that involve 4 different journals, a half hour of meditation, and of course, sipping a celery juice while going on a hot girl walk. While these things aren't bad,they certainly aren't sustainable (or desirable) for everyone.
In this episode, Jess & Laura discuss how to set routines that you'll look forward to and stick to day after day. Many tips are pulled from the book 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear, so be sure to give that a read if you're serious about creating better habits in 2022!
New Year's Eve is fast-approaching, and many of us are rushing to solidify plans and set our resolutions. In this episode, Laura & Jess reflect on the things they learned in 2021, and share some goals they have for 2022. Also, if you're looking for a Selling Sunset deep dive, this is your episode.
It's the holiday season...and your social battery might be needing some juice. Holiday parties, social gatherings and forced conversation with your sister's mother in-law's aunt might leave you in need of some serious R&R. In this episode, Jess and Laura discuss their social batteries and how they like to embrace their alone time!
In this episode, Jess & Laura discuss cuffing season! The two discuss who cuffing season is for, signs you're being "cuffed" and how navigate being single when all of you're friends are getting into relationships.
Budgeting Template: https://debtfreemillennials.com/toolkit/
November and December are easily some of the most expensive months of the year. All of us are spending a bit more money than usual on gifts, travel, decor and that $26 mascara from Sephora you couldn't pass up. In this episode, Laura and Jess share some tips on how to save money this holiday season!
In this episode, Laura & Jess discuss going home for the holidays and all of the challenges that may come along with it. Listen to this episode for tips on how navigate being away from your own environment, handling prying questions about your life, and running into the ghosts of your past.
In this episode, Laura & Jess sit down with Kate Weiser, Senior Marketing Manager at Life Alive cafes and Founder of the successful Instagram account, Bucket List Boston. The three discuss Kate's career journey, her experiences with both success andrejection, and how she's ultimately created a career she loves!
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Laura's Adulting Tip - Budget Tool: https://debtfreemillennials.com/toolkit/
Rejected, rejected, yeah you just got rejected! Ahh, rejection. The perfectly normal and extremely painful part of being a human. In this episode, Jess and Laura discuss their experiences with rejection and share tips on how to handle rejection with grace. The duo cover all forms of rejection, including being ghosted, not getting a job, or not getting into a dream school.
Post-grad can really challenge your self-confidence. You go from having it "all figured out" to being a beginner in many areas of life. Not to mention the intense social media comparison that ensues!
In this episode, Jess & Laura discuss their own confidence struggles in their twenties and chat about why our confidence can be so challenged during this phase of life. They also share some tips (sourced from listeners!) about how to develop stronger self-confidence.
Most of us aren't strangers to side hustles. Whether it be hostessing at a local restaurant or freelancing on Upwork, many of us have had a side gig at one point or another. In this episode, Jess & Laura share side hustle ideas, as well as tips on finding the right side hustle for your needs!
Planner Laura mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0937KQX1K/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_fabc_KT0BF2FTMX7XXD99WCFY?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
In this episode, Laura and Jess discuss the difference between self-care and self-soothing, and the importance of implementing self-care into your routine. There's also a wholelot of chit-chatting, so skip to 35 mins if you want to get straight into the episode topic!
According to a recent Instagram poll, everyone has experienced a toxic friendship in their life (some of us, multiple). Toxic friendships can come in all shapes in sizes, whether it be a friend who isolates you, a friend who manipulates you, or a friend who straight up puts you down.
In this episode, Jess & Laura discuss how to spot a toxic friendship and share tips on getting out of them. The duo also debates whether toxic friends are toxic to everyone, and if it's possible both of the girls have been toxic friends to people in their past.
In this episode, Jess & Laura discuss traveling with a partner! The duo debates when the right time to travel with a significant other is & some signs that you're ready to handle a trip. While vacations can be sexy, glamorous and fun...but they can also come with delayed flights, lost luggage, bad weather, food poisoning and theft. Not the best for a budding relationship!
Article referenced in episode: https://www.bustle.com/p/12-challenges-of-traveling-with-your-partner-for-the-first-time-how-to-overcome-them-8704369
We all know the sayings...follow your dreams! If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life! Follow your passion and the money will follow!And we all can probably agree that advice is easier said than done. Especially since most of us are passionate about eating pizza and drinking margaritas.
In this episode, Jess and Laura explore whether or not the dream job exists, and if so, what it looks like. Give it a listen if you too have had sleepless nights over finding your "dream job."
Is your Venmo account a graveyard of incomplete payments? Are you splitting the bill equally even though your friends ordered more drinks than you? Dealing with friends who never split the Uber?
In this episode, Jess and Laura dive into the awkward territory of spending money in social situations. They debate if and when you should get separate checks at a restaurant, and if you can be friends with people who have vastly different spending habits than yourself. They also discuss friends who steal your stuff, varying travel cost thresholds and extravagant birthday bashes.
Post-grad can be a time where we're easily swept out of the present moment. Between worrying about our future plans and dwelling on college memories, being "in the moment" isn't always the focus. In this episode, Laura & Jess discuss how to be future-oriented while still enjoying each day!
In this episode, Laura & Jess to discuss how you know when it's time to leave a job, and share some tips on finding a new one!
Remember how in college the biggest travel-related decision you had to make was whether you went to Panama City or the Bahamas for Spring Break? Well, things look a little different as an adult. With limited PTO, friends on a variety of working schedules and different financial constraints, vacationing in post-grad can be a whole new ball game.
We're not suggesting vacations become tame, dull trips to your grandma's timeshare (though that's encouraged if desired), but rather experiences that leave you feeling refreshed & rejuvenated...not just exhausted and shaky. Check out this episode to hear Laura & Jess's take on post-grad travel!
We've all been there. Scrolling through Instagram & leaving feeling crappy after seeing some chick's bikini pic. Opening up LinkedIn only to feel a wave of jealousy from everyone's high-paying jobs where they're "making an impact". Checking out Snapchat and feeling envious of everyone's fun weekend plans.
Comparison can be especially potent in post-grad as you're finding your footing in the real world. Check out this episode to hear Jess & Laura recount their struggles with comparison and share some advice on how to overcome it!
Coming out of college with a significant other? This episode is for you! Jess & Laura dive into some of the challenges you may experience transitioning your relationship from college to the "real world", as well as some of the social pressures around being single in your twenties.
Are you walking across that stage with a relationship status of 'Single'? Yeah, you and half of the other post-grads out there (that stat is not fact checked). Being single in post-grad can be exciting and a great opportunity to fully focus on YOU.
Laura & Jess discuss the benefits of being single as a young adult and some of the mindset shifts we societally should have around being single. After all, being single is way more fun than being in a crappy relationship.
A big transition from being in college to being an adult is the MONEY. It's likely that the paycheck you'll start earning as a full-time employee is a lot larger than those part-time gigs you had in college. It can be tempting to take that fat paycheck (okay, not always fat) straight to the bars and the mall. This round on me, friends! But Laura and Jess would advise otherwise.
In this episode, Laura & Jess discuss some advice they would give to recent grads around money and share some money-saving tips. As stated in the episode, neither hosts are financial experts, but rather a kick-in-the-butt to get your finances on track.
Friendships in early adulthood can get complicated. Whether you're in a position where you're looking to make new friends or dynamics with your existing friends are shifting, things can feel off.
In this episode, Jess and Laura discuss some of the changes they experienced with their friendships after college & have an open conversation about things that need to be normalized. They also share some tips around how to make new friends as an adult (the hashtag #nonewfriends needs to be cancelled).
The first (and possibly hardest) decision you'll have to make out of college is where to live. Do you move to a new city or reside in a familiar one? Do you live with 1 roommate or 4? Do you prioritize cheap rent or nice amenities? Also, WHO do you live with?!
Determining your living situation after college can be one of the most important decisions you make early on--and often one that's done in haste. Just like the temptation to accept the first job offer, it can be tempting to live wherever seems easiest at the time. In this episode, Jess & Laura cover how to determine where to live, who to live with, and some things to keep in mind throughout this process.
Working after college is...different to say the least. The days of flexible schedules with plenty of free time are traded for designated days full of work. Responsibilities shift from doing things for yourself to doing things for an employer. The pressure is on.
In this episode, Jess and Laura share their main "dos and don'ts" for your first job. Hot tip: don't bring hard boiled eggs to the office if you want friends.
We get it. It's tempting to order takeout for every meal. And run on 4 hours of sleep. And introduce yourself at a bar with your sorority (go Kappas!). But there are just some things that are better left in your past.
In this episode, Laura and Jess share twenty things you should consider stopping in your early phases of adulthood. This is where the "tough love" portion of the podcast comes in to play...but it's coming from a good place, we promise.
Post-grad can have you feeling like you could run through a brick wall. Confidence is at an all time high and you're ready to grab the bull by the horns. Between that cool commencement speech, the encouragement from your professors, and your loved ones' kind words, you're ready for wild success.
....but they may have left a few things out. And hey, the blame isn't all on Mom (Mom, I swear the title is a figure of speech). In this episode, Laura and Jess walk you through some of the less obvious things you should know about early adulthood. From mental health to friendships to living situations, they're about to unpack some truths.
Going through that phase of life where you still feel like an adolescent, but have to behave like an adult? Feeling directionless & lost as you navigate life after school? Struggling to handle life in the "real world"? In this podcast, we're here to talk all things early adulthood. In this episode, meet your hosts Laura & Jess and get a glimpse of what the podcast will be all about.