The Adults' Table

Whether you live abroad, dream of it, or love someone who does – this episode is for you. In our first roundtable, I sit down with Glauci Fernandes and Nathália Santos Lohmann, two brilliant women who’ve built international careers and have been living abroad for over a decade. We talk about the highs, the hard parts, and what it really takes to build a life that feels like your own, even far from...

Join us at The Adults' Table for a captivating conversation with Edmar Ferreira – a tech entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Coeus Ventures, a cutting edge Venture Studio dedicated to creating AI-driven companies. In this episode, Edmar explores the future of AI, the inherent paradoxes in technological progress, and the ethical questions that arise as we advance. 05:12 You are not special, b...

A freestyle conversation covering Bad Bunny ticket manifestation, Justin Bieber internet drama, marathon training as mental discipline, Tyler the Creator's creative wisdom, and why you have to be careful with your desire to save others. Come have a seat at the adults' table :) Socials: http://instagra.com/theadultstableshow https://tiktok.com/@theadultstableshow Merch: https://theadultstableshow.p...

Sometimes the biggest thing standing between us and what we want… is us. Not because we don’t care, or aren’t capable, but because fear and self-protection run deeper than we realize. In this episode, we explore the quiet, often unnoticed ways we get in our own way. From perfectionism and procrastination to over-planning and fear of success, I break down how self-sabotage works – and how to catch...

From short bobs to lip fillers to “that girl” aesthetics, beauty can feel like nothing more than the ability to conform to what’s considered desirable. In this episode, I offer a different perspective: what if real beauty is the enjoyment of being who you are, without naively dismissing the role of external appearance? I talk about how true beauty comes from awareness and self-confidence, and how...

We’ve been sold the dream: Do what you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life. But is that true? In this episode, I get honest about how chasing your “passion” can sometimes be a trap. We’ll talk about the difference between a job, a career, a hobby, and a vocation, and how fulfillment can show up in surprising ways. Socials:https://www.instagram.com/theadultstableshow https://www.tiktok.c...

We lose so much in life by avoiding the amateur phase. In this episode, I dive into our collective fear of being seen as inexperienced or not good enough, and how that fear stops us from becoming who we want to be.  From childhood praise to social media pressure, we explore how self-image is formed and how deeply it affects the risks we’re willing to take.  If you’ve ever held back on a dream or a...

Bad Bunny isn’t just topping charts. He’s reshaping how we see Latin identity, masculinity, and giving voice to multiple generations. In this episode, I share my take on how Bad Bunny has been constructed as an artist, why his work resonates so deeply, and the layers behind his most recent album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos. Part cultural analysis, part personal reflection, this is a conversation around...

In this heartfelt and empowering conversation, I sit down with my friend Glauci Fernandes – an accomplished program leader with a global career at companies like Disney and Mattel, and now, a mother navigating purpose and ambition with grace. Glauci opens up about moving abroad, learning to lead in different cultures, and how motherhood reshaped her view of success and identity. We also dig into t...

Anger has a purpose. It’s not evil, it’s not shameful — and if you know how to listen to it, it can become one of your greatest tools for change. In this episode of The Adults’ Table , we unpack how many of us were taught to reject anger and other so-called “negative” emotions, and what happens when we don’t. I also walk you through six types of anger (yes, six!), why you might be angry at someone...

In this episode of The Adults’ Table , we dive into one of the hardest lessons in relationships: accepting people for who they are — not who we wish they’d be . Whether it’s in friendships, partnerships, or group dynamics, we often exhaust ourselves expecting others to mirror our efforts, give what we give, or show up the way we do. But the truth is: people give what they have to give. And sometim...

People pleasers aren’t just “nice”. They’re manipulators. I know that’s hard to hear, but I’m saying it because I need to hear it too. In this episode, we’re unpacking the truth behind people-pleasing: why it’s not as selfless as it seems, how it disconnects you from your true self, and how it’s ultimately a form of control rooted in the fear of being unloved. If you’ve ever found yourself constan...

Avoiding disappointing others might keep the peace – but at what cost? In this episode, I explore why trying to meet everyone's expectations can slowly disconnect you from yourself. You might think that you are being a good daughter, friend, or partner – but if it comes at the expense of your authenticity, is it sustainable? We'll talk about the guilt, the fear of rejection, and how to find a heal...

What's it really like to travel the world for a living? In this episode, I sit down with Miguel Sant'Anna (aka Guelmi) – a wanderer, storyteller, and loyal son and friend – who has explored 38 countries and built a Youtube community of nearly 100,000 subscribers along the way. Whether you dream of living on the road or just love honest conversations about courage, identity, and chasing your own pa...

Adapting to a culture is more than participating in its customs and understanding what individuals value, how they behave and what matters to them. It’s about questioning your own identity, re-discovering, and expanding it. That is both liberating and disorienting. I left my home country when I was 23. Back then, I had no idea how much culture shapes the way we see ourselves. In this episode, I di...

Are you waiting for a divine intervention to change your life? In this episode, I sit down with Yoli Inácio to talk about self-clarity, accountability, and what it really takes to build the life that you want. We discussed: ​Giving yourself permission to try ​Following your excitement and why curiosity matters ​Taking ownership of your decisions and your life ​Breaking free from the victim, savior...

In today’s world, where we're constantly plugged into everyone’s lives and bombarded by the illusion that everyone is happy all the time, we’ve started to believe that any discomfort means we’re in the wrong place or not living life the "right" way. We’ve bought into the cheap advice of “If you feel this way, it’s not for you,” and by chasing a perfect life free of any “negative” emotions, we only...

Does anyone else find it tough to make friends as an adult? Or at least think about it often? The older I get, the more I'm okay with having just a few really good friends. But at the same time, I’m realizing how important it is to surround ourselves with people we like. And that a true friend doesn’t have to be someone you share everything in common with. As I've moved countries and gone through...

Feeling stuck? Like the best version of yourself is behind you—either in the past or in the choices you didn’t make and the life you didn’t live? To truly enjoy the present and create a fulfilling future, we need to let go of the past. Not just the painful moments, but also the good ones and the life we never lived. In this episode, I discuss: The power of taking responsibility for your life, even...

Have you ever found yourself stuck in the same relationship patterns, no matter how hard you try to break free? Life often tries to show us something about ourselves through repeated experiences, and relationships are no exception. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into why these patterns keep resurfacing and what we need to become aware of in order to break free and create healthier relationships....

Do relationships really need to be 50/50? Is the idea that people should give us exactly what we give them healthy—or even realistic? In this episode, we dive into the difference between EQUALITY and RECIPROCITY in relationships. We’ll explore:1. The difference between equality and reciprocity2. The real foundation of healthy relationships3. Finding balance between giving and receiving4. Do you kn...

The events that shape our lives certainly play a role in who we become, but when it comes to truly knowing ourselves, there's so much more to explore. In this episode, I dive into some of the key aspects that make us who we are: Family dynamics Emotions The menstrual cycle The shadow Culture Personas

Are you full of wishes, dreams, or ideas, but it never really seems like it's the "right moment" to start?!? Are you waiting around for the perfect moment, for "God's time", or to be in a state in which there will be no risk, fear, or doubt? Starting something new is scary. In this episode, I talk about some of the points of resistance that might be preventing you from starting: comparison, fear o...

Have a seat at The Adult's Table! On this episode, host Fernanda Rodrigues talks about the intention behind this podcast, who it is for, what to expect, and her background. WHAT/WHY: For accountable young adults craving authentic, actionable self-knowledge content. Through short solo episodes of 10- minutes and 1-hour+ interviews, host Fernanda Rodrigues sparks reflection with digestible insights...