Second Thoughts

THE CUERQUIS SISTERS ARE BACK! After a year of some major life changes––*hint hint* press play to get all the deets––Pia and Paula are back on the mic sharing stories about the realities of life in their 20s. In today’s episode, Pia talks about her big move to Austin and updates on the growth of her business as a content creator. Paula explains why one of her hands feels a little bit heavier… And...

LOVE YO'SELF! In the second part of their two-part Valentine's Special, Paula & Pia talk about the most important type of love—self-love. The girls discuss their own insecurities, fears, and doubts and they look back at moments in their life where they've fought back against self-sabotaging and self-loathing. Tune in for a candid conversation about their best practices for finding and maintain...

Let's talk about LOVE! In this week's episode of a two-part Valentine's Special, Paula & Pia talk about their experiences with love thus far. The girls talk about their learnings from their past relationships and the standards & expectations they look for in romantic partners. They define what love looks and feels like for them and answer questions you guys submitted! Tune in for a candid...

Paula & Pia are back with their first episode in 2022! Join them for a conversation around goal-setting, new year's resolutions, and the power of intentions. In this episode, Paula & Pia share some life updates (their COVID Christmas, Sophia's new clothing line, etc.), then they get into their "Rules for 2022" and what they want to accomplish this year. Tune in for best practices on settin...

The girls are bringing back another advice column! Every few weeks, the girls read through listener emails/submissions and share their *solicited* advice and wisdom! In this episode, they talk about how to deal with a territorial mother-in-law, setting resolutions, telling a friend they're a friend no longer, & SO MUCH MORE! This will be the last episode of S3 and of 2021. Tune in for S4,...

Setting boundaries is an act of self-care! Paula & Pia kick off this week's episode recapping the Ignited Apparel photoshoot! Hear the inside scoop behind Ignited Apparel's latest rebrand and clothing launch. After some quick life updates, the girls dive into today's topic—setting boundaries. Tune in for a candid conversation about the importance of setting boundaries in all your relationships...

Buckle up because Paula & Pia discuss the highly debated topic—IS LOVE A CHOICE OR A FEELING? The girls get candid about their opinions on the matter and discuss the pros and cons of both perspectives. Paula & Pia go back and forth between why one would vote for one or the other and reveal truths about their past and current relationships. Tune in for an honest conversation about the reali...

FALL IS HERE!!! Which means it's getting colder and darker. In this week's episode, Paula & Pia talk about seasonal depression aka the winter blues and cuffing season. The girls share their best tips to prevent seasonal depression and also share their take on cuffing season! In this week's 'Thought of the Day,' they also discuss the importance of expressing and releasing your emotions! Tune in...

In this week's episode, Paula & Pia give a quick life update. Paula's cut her hair, Pia's looking for an assistant, and they both still can't agree on a proper way to open the episode. After a quick discussion about TikTok social media managers, they dive into this week's topic: fears. The two open up about their personal fears and how we must change our mindset and use fear as a motivator ins...

The girls are bringing back another advice column! Every few weeks, the girls read through listener emails/submissions and share their *solicited* advice and wisdom! In this episode, they talk about how to get out of a funk, saying no and setting boundaries, losing friends & MORE! Follow Paula & Pia on social at: @secondthoughtspod , @sophiacuerquis , @paulacuerquis Need advice? Send an em...

In this week's episode, Paula & Pia talk about sibling relationships. The two share stories about their relationships with each other and their brothers, sibling stereotypes and how they feel about their "roles", and pros and cons of having siblings in general. Tune in for a light-hearted conversation where the girls discuss the impact of having siblings (or even close friends, if you're an on...

In this week's episode, Paula & Pia talk about the importance of self-reflection and how we should all be striving to build our best selves. Your 20's are your defining decade and you should be actively looking for ways to be the best you you can be—mentally, physically, in your relationships, etc. Paula & Pia take a deep dive into the benefits of self-reflection, discuss their own insecur...

In this week's episode, Paula & Pia asked you guys to give them some hypothetical situations to react to. The girls discuss how they would react if their significant other's "hall pass" actually wanted to hook up with them, what they would do if every person they've ever kissed was in the same room as them, their thoughts on who would kill each other first in a zombie apocalypse, and so much m...

ATTENTION! ATTENTION! WE NEED YOUR UNDIVIDED ATTENTION!!! After being MIA for two months to enjoy the summer, Paula & Pia are back and better than ever! In this episode, the girls talk about what they've been up to (traveling, brand deals, New York Fashion Week, etc.) and recap their time away from the pod. Then they start discussing one of the most basic needs all humans crave—attention. Paul...

The girls are bringing back another advice column! Every few weeks, the girls read through listener emails/submissions and share their *solicited* advice and wisdom! In this episode, they talk about how to deal with fake friendships, managing your emotions, relationship drama & MORE! Follow Paula & Pia on social at: @secondthoughtspod , @sophiacuerquis , @paulacuerquis Need advice? Send an...

This week, the girls get silly...and deep...and emotional...over a game of 'Would You Rather!' Tune in to listen to Paula & Pia debate topics like having more time or more money, having strict or nosy parents, farting in front of others or barfing in front of others, and so much more. Plus, you find out Paula & Pia's ~true~ colors.  Follow Paula & Pia on social at:  @secondth...

Paula & Pia are back with another exciting (and slightly chaotic) episode! This week the girls give their best tips for how to have a 'hot girl summer' all year round. They share confidence tips, how you can make this the best summer yet, and what toxic traits they're letting go of. They also talk about why you need to romanticize your life and how taken ladies (and everyone in general) can st...

Let’s talk! This week, Paula & Pia have a candid conversation with their bestie from high school, Greg Wright. In this episode, they talk about an important topic that isn’t discussed nearly enough—disability inclusion and disability awareness. The three have a serious but also light-hearted, welcoming, and non-judgmental conversation about what the word disability means, why you shouldn’t say...

Kumusta kabayan!!! In this week’s episode, Paula & Pia have their Filipina sister from afar, Farina Aguinaldo, join them for a candid conversation around what it’s like growing up as a Filipina-Immigrant in the United States. The girls get honest about the cultural barriers they’ve faced, toxic Filipino tendencies, and the importance of keeping their culture alive as they get older. Tune in to...

Burnout? Never heard of her. This week, Paula & Pia are joined by the fabulous Jaci Marie Smith! Influencer, entrepreneur, YouTuber, TikToker, photographer, podcaster, educator & MORE (!!!)—Jaci really does it all. But the real question is...HOW?! Tune in to hear the girls talk about how to manage stress, tips for achieving balance inside and outside of work, and how you can find happiness...

Another week, another amazing guest! This week, Paula & Pia are joined by beauty and lifestyle content creator Christine Le. Christine is known for her genuine and honest opinions and isn't afraid to keep things real. In this episode, Christine sheds some light around the realities of pursuing the road less traveled, being Asian American, and growing up with traditional parents. Prior to Chris...

Introducing a new type of episode: the advice column. Every few weeks, the girls read through listener emails/submissions and share their *solicited* advice and wisdom! In this episode, they talk about how to deal with clingy friends, tips for getting over a breakup, changing majors in college & MORE!  Follow Paula & Pia on social at: @secondthoughtspod , @sophiacuerquis , @paulacuerq...

Introducing our first-ever male guest on the podcast—Edwin Honoret! You may know him as one of the members of the world-renowned boy band, PrettyMuch, but in this week's episode, we get to hear from a different side of Edwin that you wouldn't necessarily be able to Google...including a fun fact that Edwin hasn't shared anywhere else! Tune in to hear Edwin talk about how PrettyMuch was formed, what...

This week we are joined by the fabulous host and producer of The Moral Hangover Podcast! Katie and Vic are your cheerleaders, love coaches, career guides, and bffs—all wrapped in one. In this episode, we take a deep dive into what “adulting” really means and how everyone is on their own path to success. Once you graduate college, no one ever talks about what really happens next. The girls discuss...

Today we're joined by the amazing, versatile, boss babe...Natalie Barbu! Social Media Influencer, YouTuber, Podcaster, Entrepreneur, Consultant, Engineer—this girl does it all. In this week's episode, we sit down with Natalie to talk about her business ventures, best practices for motivation and productivity, and how you shouldn't let the fear of "what if" stop you from pursuing your passions. We...