Lowkey Grown

Part 2 of 3: Capitalizing on Successes and Advocating for Yourself for Promotions There's a few hard truths you need to realize when thinking about promotions. Unfortunately this information often isn't shared with everyone. Getting promoted requires intentionality, personal advocacy, dedication to your craft, and lots of influencing to name a few. Join Jordan and Kam as they discuss their experie...

Part 1 of 3: Landing your Dream Job and Finding Success Early Creating the life you want requires money and, for most people, that means getting a job and/or climbing the corporate ladder. In this new three-part career series, Jordan and Kam share hacks, tips, and lessons learned to win in this current, insane job market. Topics discussed include landing a job, the importance of career ownership,...

As a twenty-something, it feels like you can't open Instagram without seeing an engagement or marriage. Well.....here's one more. On December 30th, 2024, Jordan and Kam officially got engaged in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Join them as they reflect on everything that led up to that moment, starting from day one to the mere moments before.

You've probably heard of the "75 Hard" challenge - the one that seemingly popped up out of thin air and had many singing its praises. But what exactly is 75 Hard, and why is everyone doing it? Does the challenge actually change people's lives like some claim? After trying it for themselves, Jordan and Kam sit down to discuss their motivations for doing the challenge as well as their key takeaways.

Navigating your relationship with your parents as an adult can be easier than it was as a child, but it can also present new challenges. In this episode, Jordan and Kam explore how adulthood has made them have a newfound empathy and gratitude for their parents; and also how the relationships evolve as they gain autonomy and independence.

One of the most difficult challenges in your 20s is learning how to take your life dreams and turn them into reality. What we call "locking in" is when you take time and significant effort to improve yourself or achieve a goal. In this episode, Kam and Jordan discuss the process of creating the life they've envisioned for themselves and the associated challenges. From not letting insecurities dict...

Navigating romantic relationships is a quintessential part of young adulthood. Join us as we reflect on the first 4 years of our relationship, sharing the moments and conversations that lead to growth each year. We hope this episode inspires young couples and singles alike to have more healthy dialogue with their romantic counterparts and embrace challenges that relationships can bring.

In episode 9, Jordan sits down with his friend Bolu to build on episode 8's theme of friendship -- this time opening up about the level of self-awareness that friendship typically brings. From personal growth and identity, building authentic connections, to placing more attention on embracing the journey of life rather solely focusing on outcomes, we get real and cover it all. Media referenced in...

Making quality friends after undergrad is such an underrated challenge of adulthood. Jordan and Kam discuss starting over in new cities and making new friends as adults, including 'dating' for friends, maintaining old ones, and all the other challenges that come with it. Special shoutout to our dear friend Adriel for inspiring the title of this episode. Rest easy <3

Part 3 of 3: Homeownership. Purchasing a home is a coveted aspect of the American dream that can feel largely unattainable for Gen Z and Millennials. On the last of the personal finance series, Jordan and Kam are joined by a dear friend, Michael Mobley, who has recently started his real estate investment journey and has all the gems for how to get started.

Part 2 of 3: Debt Management and Investing. Let's face it, you've probably been affected by debt or know someone affected by it. There's no shame in being in debt, but your mindset around it can have long lasting consequences on your financial health. This week we get candid about our debt journey and how after getting to the other side of it, we make our money work for us through investing. Note:...

Part 1 of 3: Budgeting. Finding a budget that works for you can be super intimidating in a world that rewards overspending. Jordan and Kam discuss their takes on personal finance and some of the practices that have worked for them, especially when it comes to their highest spending category, travel. Also... Jordan meant Net Worth = Assets - Liabilities.

Beyonce dropped a new country album, Cowboy Carter, to spite an industry that has tried so hard to exclude her - and we have thoughts. Join us as we discuss our first impressions, the skips, and the profound history of Black Americans in country music that the album touches on.

Capitalism makes it hard to create meaning outside of work. This week we dive into some of the hobbies that have brought joy and a sense of purpose to our adult lives outside of the 9-5 - including trying things, failing, and getting back up again, literally.

Through our college journey we learned the intricacies of mental health intimately. Join us as we chat through our journey of discovering and addressing mental health challenges - from unhealthy coping mechanisms, to shopping for therapists, and, eventually, seeking help. This week’s episode uncovers the importance of community, empathy, and, most importantly, taking accountability for your own me...

A much-needed social media cleanse reveals the good, the bad, and the ugly about the apps that have become so ingrained in our lives. We discuss social media’s evolution and share our experiences and lessons learned over the years. Then, we turn the spotlight on a topic that often sounds like a foreign language to young adults: taxes. Join us as we demystify the likes of W-2s, deductions, and cred...

Welcome to Lowkey Grown, a podcast about navigating life as the 'new adults.' Meet your co-hosts, Jordan and Kamaria, a 20-something, college-sweetheart couple as they reveal lessons learned on topics ranging from professional life, popular culture, relationships, and more.