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Moves out of her Los Angeles apartment, goes through a break-up, quits her 9-5, and books a two part European trip...an early quarter life crisis? Honestly, I call it making the most of a 180. This week Emma sits down with Jess Zorn to talk all things traveling and making choices to change parts of your life for the better. In our twenties, it can feel as though you're going through the motions. T...

As if elevating your life was actually as simple as a 5 step process! A girl can wish. Emma sits down and gets serious about some mindset shifts she has been incorporating into her life that have really helped elevate her day to day. Mindset is key is almost all situations, and Emma is learning slowly the strength and positive side of them. Listen for the 5 ways you can elevate your life: 1. Have...

Routines start and then they end and can sometimes feel like a chore! This week Emma discusses the importance of creating a routine that works for you and one that you love. It takes a mindset shift to think of a routine as something you have to do in your day to something you get to do in your day. After having routines that were crazy focused on productivity or would drain Emma out, she finally...

Heal your hormones, heal your life. This week’s episode dives into hormone health, PCOS, and habits you can build into your routine to starting feeling like the best version of yourself. Welcoming a returning guest to the Who Actually Knows Podcast, Mary D’Angelo. Mary discusses birth control, breaks down menstrual phases/how to live in your cycle, and ways to balance your hormones. An episode you...

No one actually has it all figured out, and if they do, they’re lying. Emma sits down with Mary D’Angelo to talk about the “Well, what’s next?” feeling in your 20s and discusses the different phases of this age. Mary talks about her life in NYC and now experience living in Chicago. Her experiences are relatable, real, and authentic, which are three words I would use to describe Mary! Enjoy xx

Moving to a new city and wondering how to start this new chapter? In this episode, Emma shares her experience on moving to a new city across the country and what she has learned in the past six months. She talks about why she chose to leave the midwest, LA life, making new friends, and the realities of moving to a new city. This episode is full of tips and tricks and will hopefully inspire you all...

FOMO: The fear of missing out. This term is not new to anyone, but Emma describes why she believes this is the summer where it doesn’t exist. In fact, she actually shares that she believes a lot of FOMO is made up in our own heads. This episode defines FOMO, lays it out why we feel it, and how to let it go.  As everyone does, Emma has felt FOMO, but more recently, she’s learned to just get over it...

A coast to coast podcast guest this week! Emma welcomes Akshay to LA and to the Who Actually Knows podcast. Listen this week as Akshay gives us the details on his many NYC theories, first-date guidelines, and who would we be to not talk about PRIDE this episode?! Enjoy!! xx

Influencers....they're just like us?? Let's talk all things casting, starting a brand, and life as an influencer with Isha Punja!! Isha shares her background and how her childhood shaped her into who she is today. From a firey, twenty-three year old that worked in a jewelry store to then becoming an influencer and model, Isha's genuine self shines through in this episode as she discusses her life...

Reunited and it felt SO good!! Emma took a weekend trip with ten of her girlfriends to New Orleans (Yes, there's a recap!) to celebrate a friend receiving her master's. This girl's trip was beyond fun but also reminded Emma of how important it is to have good people in your life to celebrate all the different stages that life has to offer, especially the good ones. Emma discusses solid...

During this episode, Emma addresses the common fears and uncertainties that many recent graduates face as they begin transitioning into post-grad life. She opens up about navigating change, highlighting the fact that there is no rule book for this stage of life, and delves into the ever-present question of "What's next?" Emma touches on various topics, including embracing change, own...

You're not going to be everyone's cup of tea...and that is okay!! This week Emma sits down with Gio Capuzo to discuss the power in being unapologetically yourself and how it will attract good things in your life. This episode discusses how Gio was bullied at a young age, the transitional phase of her life she is going through, and how she built the confidence to be unapologetically herself. Buildi...

This week, Emma is joined on the podcast by one of her best college friends to introduce and explore the value of slowing down! Gina Miklasz discusses her experiences and the lessons she gained when incorporating this practice into her own life (something Emma struggles with immensely). You will hear honest, open discussions on how, during times of transition in your life, you could experience fee...

Oh, birthdays! You are super fun, mostly exciting, can't forget stressful, a little anxiety inducing, and sometimes just lonely. Emma turns 24 and wants to have a candid episode on all things birthdays. This year was Emma's first birthday in LA, and she felt the birthday feelings. Emma will take you through the actual day of her birthday, her silent disco celebration, and all the emotions...

This week, we're talking about everything from graduating without feeling career-driven to discovering your passions, realigning your path, and all things wine!! Emma is taken on a personal journey by Elodie Oliver as she tells the story of how she came to be working in the wine industry and loving it. Elodie describes her early career, life changes, considerable research and knowledge on wine...

Catch up with Emma after she returns from a week-long trip in Amsterdam with her family!! Listen to why she believes traveling when you are in your twenties is so important for gaining experiences and new perspectives, plus it is always more fun to travel when you're young. Emma compiles some of her best travel tips to help you travel as budget-friendly and as much as you can. Enjoy! :) 

From meeting through an Instagram DM to going on friend dates to being a podcast guest, Emma welcomes Anna Kurisaki to the Who Actually Knows podcast. Anna is a South Bay girl, a Clemson graduate, and she returned to LA to pursue her master's from UCLA to then start her post-grad journey on the westside, and she knows a thing or two about thrifting! This week’s episode takes a deep dive into f...

Emma is back with a solo episode this week to catch you all up on some exciting travels she has coming up and some time management hacks! It is so easy to feel like life never slows down and there is always something on the to-do list. Well, Emma shares how she stays productive and focuses on what is important to her. Happy hump day :)

Who Actually Knows extends a very exciting welcome to the podcasts's first ever guest! This week we are joined by entrepreneur, co-founder, and boyfriend of Emma's, David Dalmaso. This week's episode discusses career changes in your early twenties, navigating anxiety around post-grad, and all things start-up life. David keeps it open and real and even provides advice on finding balance between wor...

Back with another segment of the Conscious Consumption mini series! This week Emma discusses the importance of your energy and why it should be protected at all costs. If there is one thing Emma loves, it is lists and especially ones that can benefit her day-to-day. Tap into what gives you energy and fills your cup but also recognize what drains your energy...energy takers. 

Hangover with a little side of anxiety...exactly what no one ordered but may have received anyways! & with that I say, it is gonna be okay!!! This episode topic hit close to home this week as I embraced a fun-filled weekend that included a few too many beverages. If you care to indulge in a night out, you may have felt a little body and mind reaction too. Emma shares her experience, her person...

Welcome back everyone!! This episode is the beginning of a mini series that deep dives into different topics around what we consume each day whether it is media, people's energy, culture, eating, drinking etc. Hence, the title "Conscious Consumption". Hopefully these convos can help us be more aware of what and why we consume what we do. Excited to chat!!

I had to start somewhere, so here we go!! The very first episode is a little introduction to what the pod will be about, where it will go (likely will change with my mood), and little intro on myself. This episode is short, sweet and to the point. Welcome everyone!!