The Twenty Something Podcast

This episode isn't about having all the answers. It's about asking better questions. Whether you're interested in personal finance, economics, AI, business, philosophy, or simply understanding the world a little differently, this conversation will leave you with plenty to think about. In this episode, we discuss: • Why so few people understand how money actually works • Mortgages, debt...

In this episode, we cover: Natalie’s non-linear path through college, moving frequently, and taking 10 years to earn her degree Her early career in hospitality and corporate marketing roles How COVID impacted her career and led to unexpected change The personal circumstances that pushed her to start her own business Building The Social Circle from 1 client to 11 clients in just a few months  The t...

Mel shares her journey from bartending and restaurant management to becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner, and how an unexpected pregnancy and NICU experience completely changed the direction of her life. We talk about what it looks like to truly “fly by the seat of your pants” in your twenties, the pressure to have everything figured out, and why some of the most meaningful paths come from th...

In this episode, we cover: Juanita’s journey from nursing to real estate to business development Why so many people in their twenties feel pressure to have it all figured out The fear of changing careers and being perceived as inconsistent The difference between stability and flexibility in different career paths Why your job is not your identity How comparison shows up in your twenties (career, r...

What does it actually look like to go to law school—and what happens after you graduate? In this episode, I sit down with attorney Anna Catherine to talk about her journey into law, what law school is really like, and the reality of stepping into a career that so many people think they understand—but often don’t. In this episode, we cover: How she became a lawyer (even though it was never the plan...

What does it really take to build wealth in your twenties? In this episode, I sit down with financial planner Patrick Rogers (SmartPro Financial) to talk about debt, discipline, risk, and the mindset shifts that make the biggest difference when it comes to money. Patrick shares his journey from engineering to building his own financial planning business, the risks he and his wife took early on, an...

What does it look like to pursue weight loss and health without falling into the all-or-nothing cycle? In this episode, I sit down with nutrition coach and mom of two Kristen Wyatt (Wyatt Wellness) to talk about simplifying weight loss, breaking the binge/restrict pattern, and shifting your mindset from “start Monday” to starting now. In this episode, we cover: Kristen’s story: from lifelong weigh...

What happens when the path you’ve worked so hard for no longer feels like yours? In this episode, I sit down with Greenville photographer and studio owner Maggie McDermott to talk about leaving the “high-achiever” path, quitting her PhD program, navigating identity shifts in her twenties, and building a creative business from the ground up. In this episode, we cover: Leaving the traditional academ...

What happens when the sport that shaped your identity ends? In this episode, I sit down with clinical mental health counselor and former college athlete Kaitlin Corkren to talk about athlete mental health, pressure, identity shifts, and navigating life beyond competition. In this episode, we cover: Life after sports and identity transitions Mental health struggles unique to athletes Performance pr...

Year 4 of sitting down with you all to talk about another year of my life! Thank you all for being here! If you'd like to support this podcast, please subscribe, leave a rating, follow on Instagram, and share with a friend!

What starts as a side hustle doesn’t always stay that way. In this episode of  The Twenty Something Podcast , I sit down with Jamie, a full-time wedding content creator who took an unconventional path, trusted the leap before she felt ready, and built a career most people didn’t even know existed. In this episode we cover: Turning a side hustle into a full-time career Building a job that didn’t ex...

In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan, a financial planner and lifelong entrepreneur, to talk about what building real wealth in your twenties actually looks like, without hype or TikTok shortcuts. In this episode, we cover: What building wealth really means in your twenties Why emergency funds come before investing How to start investing without feeling overwhelmed Roth vs. traditional IRAs,...

In this episode of  The Twenty Something Podcast , I sit down with Britton Briley, founder and CEO of Ghost Brands, to talk about what it really takes to build a business from the ground up. In this episode, we cover: Building a marketing agency from the ground up at 25 The real sacrifices behind entrepreneurship Why real-world experience can matter more than a degree How to stand out in a crowded...

Dad is back on the pod, this time in person, for a more intentional, improved conversation. In this episode we talk: Money Career Health Starting Over Struggle If you relate, leave a comment, I'd love to connect! Thanks for tuning in! If you are interested in being a guest please fill out this form. https://forms.gle/UMk7qs6BKD8JVFXCA You can support me and my podcast by subscribing, leaving a...

Welcome back to The Twenty Something Podcast. I'm so happy you're here. If you are interested in being a guest or you know someone who is, please fill out this form! See you next week! https://forms.gle/eB1Xw5w5rsxYX58KA

Big thank you to Dr. Alex for coming on today! Be sure to check her out @metaspine_chiropractic And, as always, thank you for being here! Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! Go to betterhelp.com/gracep for 10% off your first month or use code gracep10 at checkout!

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Thank you so much to Karly for coming on to collab and share her story! Be sure to check out her podcast Koko's World! And, as always, thank you for being here :)

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A bit of a switch up today, I hope you enjoy it! And, as always, thank you for being here.

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Big thank you to Jamie for coming on today to share her story! Be sure to follow her on all socials @simplyy.jamieee And, as always, thank you for being here.