this episode we chat about what’s been on our mind recently which has been a weird mixture of things… from the start of summer, niche instagram social bubbles, to exposure therapy and the things that make us anxious. so listen to catch up with us <3 follow us: @grownkld@gaelaitor@_kaylasuarez join our social club: https://form.typeform.com/to/eBSho4lE overshare with us: grownkid.com About our Partners: GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets power...
Jul 03, 2025•32 min
can we pls normalize going mute at the function. oh and are we normalizing threesomes? furries? lots of things to discuss in this episode… and if u wanna overshare with us go to grownkid.com hehe. follow us: @grownkld @gaelaitor@_kaylasuarez join our social club: https://form.typeform.com/to/eBSho4lE overshare with us: grownkid.com About our Partners: GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Jo...
Jun 26, 2025•18 min
we held our first Grownkid's Club "it takes two to summer" event!! we debriefed our bisexuals in belair party with vanilla mace and chatted about well... bisexuals and partying duh. ok but actually we talked about how she felt about her first time djing, maybe continuing it in the future, being bicurious and more. follow us: @grownkld @gaelaitor@_kaylasuarez join our social club: https://form.typeform.com/to/eBSho4lE overshare with us: grownkid.com About our Partners: GrownKid is made in partner...
Jun 19, 2025•20 min
what’s name of that feeling of being pessimistic about life and wanting to call it quits early but also not actually wanting to d*e? is it doom? cynicism? hopelessness? in this episode we talk about this unnamed but very strong emotion we’ve been feeling recently. this feeling is also intensified by the ICE raids and immigration issues currently going on in the country, and specifically Los Angeles. we talk about how these raids have been affecting us and our communities, the frustration we feel...
Jun 12, 2025•31 min
we talked to Jensen McRae about aging into adulthood. from her journey through college life, insecurities, transitioning into adulthood, and finally feeling at home in the music scene. she also opens up about relationships, dealing with chronic illness, and the bittersweet feels of growing up. plus, some advice for anyone in their early twenties figuring it all out. enjoy! follow us: @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez join our social club: https://form.typeform.com/to/eBSho4lE overshare with us:...
May 30, 2025•55 min
once again, our mf audio got corrupted so excuse the random cut outs and glitches. we will make this up to you... anyways here's another episode of overshared and this one got VERY detailed so thank you all for submitting such good stories. so many more to get through but if you have one you want to add go to grownkid.com. ok enjoy!! follow us: @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez join our social club: https://form.typeform.com/to/eBSho4lE overshare with us: grownkid.com About our Partners: GrownK...
May 22, 2025•35 min
kayla graduates in a week and neither of us can belive it. you know what moment when you try to make yourself purposely sad because it's confirmation you're living in the present? yeah that's currently what's happening here as she walks around campus and thinks about graduation. we talk about impending doom, if college was worth it, and what she will miss. follow us: @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez join our social club: https://form.typeform.com/to/eBSho4lE overshare with us: grownkid.com Abo...
May 15, 2025•36 min
NEW SEGMENT! if you go to grownkid.com you'll see a text box where you can overshare something with us, anything goes. we received some crazy submissions this week so here's us reading and reacting to each of your stories. if you want to be featured on the next episode (we'll do these 2x month) go to the website and submit something, it's completely anonymous. ALSO apologies for the weird mic quality, our audio got corrupted so we were forced to use our camera mic. follow us: @grownk1d @gaelaito...
May 08, 2025•48 min
what's it called when you don't want to go on a date because what if it works out and you end up in a relationship? how does one "date around" but remain willingly single? are these avoidant tendencies or the reality of not wanting a serious relationship before having the chance to explore the freedoms of being single? follow us: @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez join our social club: https://form.typeform.com/to/eBSho4lE About our Partners: GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition wh...
May 01, 2025•38 min
what coachella, cliff diving, being handcuffed, and sneaking into places taught us about the value of an adrenaline rush. yes it's fun seeing what one can get away with in life with the right attitude, but also what's the point if we don't use this confidence to do good in the world? in this episode we chat about what we realized about ourselves, our values, and the role of fear after having been through a few adrenaline rushes. follow us: @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez join our social club:...
Apr 24, 2025•37 min
everyone is asking "Grownkid! Grownkid! Will you be attending Coachella?" the answer is no. that ticket is too expensive and we'd rather use that money to buy some stocks instead of putting ourselves through a 5 year payment plan. in this episode we talk about the pressure to keep up socially even when the market is unstable and it feels like there's an incoming recession. follow us: @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez join our social club: https://form.typeform.com/to/eBSho4lE About our Partners...
Apr 17, 2025•29 min
we knew there was a problem when giving ourselves a nice compliment brought out tears. reminds us of the time a therapist asked us to hug ourselves which resulted in a river of nonstop tears and sniffles. moments like these will have you asking what's going on... there's something fishy in the water. this time we discussed the difference between confidence and self-esteem (you need both to have a great time on this earth). also figured out we the latina ying yang fr... ok enjoy our tips n tricks...
Apr 11, 2025•35 min
why is the internet being bombarded with people's studio ghibli style photos? what's going on with ai online shopping and virtual models? who's out of a job? is dating going to be automated? we got lots to talk about this week cause it's been a time.... follow us: @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez join our social club: https://form.typeform.com/to/eBSho4lE About our Partners: GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 Rea...
Apr 03, 2025•23 min
we're trying to be more adventurous in life, but not gonna lie, i'm not sure we're built for it, because between not knowing how to swim, getting motion sick, and getting overstimulated, we're better off in the comfort of our own homes. but that's not to say we wouldn't go touch grass, we just need someone to guide us throughout it yanno? like where are the friends that can take us camping? the ones that know how to drive in the snow? taking submissions... follow us: @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kayla...
Mar 27, 2025•25 min
why does it feel so intimidating to think about having sex when it's been a while since you've last had it? truly one of those moments where one starts to feel like a literal virgin again. we talked about this feeling and why it's so hard having sex with a woman when you don't trust most men to not objectify, abandon, or respect you. also welcome back grownkidsssss for season 2!!! follow us: @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez join our social club: https://form.typeform.com/to/eBSho4lE About our ...
Mar 21, 2025•50 min
come have dinner with us while you wait for season 2 of GK... new episodes coming SOON we promise! thanks to our friend Aiden for letting us film at his dinner pop up and for feeding us a delicious dinner. go check him out: @sunshineandsemolina follow us @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez join our social club: https://form.typeform.com/to/eBSho4lE listen to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1xxFg2YQAByj5YbwPkG2rP?si=eb43294088714911 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
Feb 20, 2025•43 min
now that everyone is about to go party for new year's, we thought it'd be a good time to talk about our experience with substance use and highlight the importance of TESTING YOUR DRUGS! we discuss how the rise of fentanyl has changed the landscape of drug use and the essential measures needed to prevent overdoses and talk to health experts and community leaders about practical steps and resources available for intervention and support. so remember: COOL KIDS CARRY NARCAN! Follow GrownKid on Inst...
Feb 17, 2025•58 min•Season 1Ep. 12
they’re not putting away their dishes, so do you put them away for them or let the mold grow? through interviews, we talk with self-proclaimed "bad roommates" and individuals who have firsthand experience dealing with challenging living situations. We whether those deemed as "bad roommates" are aware of their impact on shared living spaces and ask the question we all wish we could ask: “Why are you like that?” we also talk with healthy communication and boundaries expert and “Difficult Conversat...
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 11
this one is for everyone that knows the crushing guilt of going somewhere new or eating at a fancy restaurant and being heartbroken your parents have never experienced it. when classmates were talking about their lawyer or doctor parents, and feeling ashamed to say what your mom or dad did for a living, even if they were the hardest working people you knew. for those who carry the weight of their family with them everywhere they go. we chatted with Biyeni, a first-gen student, as well as Leo Gon...
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Have you considered quitting therapy? Well, it might actually be a great idea. In this episode, we explore the idea that therapy isn't necessarily a lifelong commitment but rather a dynamic tool to be used when needed. We debate constant introspection may do more harm than good, questioning the fine line between healthy self-awareness and potentially damaging over-analysis. We chat with our friend, Karan Brar, to explore the motivations behind self-reflection, investigating whether it serves as ...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 9
whether it's because of a language barrier, political views, or sexuality, many of us have had moments where we wonder if our family truly gets us. if you've ever felt the need to set clear boundaries or even go no contact with your family, this episode is for you. while family is forever, maybe we should get to choose who that family is for us. SOCIAL LINKS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownk1d/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownkid Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 8
in this *very* special episode of GrownKid, we asked our friend if we could record a podcast at his halloween house party and thankfully he let us in. but then again how could you not? do you see these costumes? aka the coon and kyle dressed as thor in that halloween south park episode. lots of important issues talked about in this episode... SOCIAL LINKS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownk1d/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownkid Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR2E...
Feb 10, 2025•22 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Are all of our friends broke and in credit card debt or are they actually just that wealthy? We talked with young adults with various degrees of credit card debt to figure out how they found themselves in debt, if they have a path out, and later, bring on a financial therapist to help us understand our relationship with money. We explore the underlying psychology behind impulsive spending, the nuances of consumerism, and gain valuable tips on fostering money self-control. Additionally, we dive i...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 6
how do you prevent your life from falling apart when you don’t feel like doing anything? Can we even afford a mental health day? we hear from individuals who have juggled their mental health challenges with professional life, learning about their coping mechanisms and the support systems that have helped them persevere. we discuss practical self-help strategies that go beyond traditional therapy, such as engaging in hobbies, utilizing third spaces for relaxation, and the benefits of peer-to-peer...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 5
What happens if you take a gap year, or two, or three, or however many you decide you need? Will reapplying to school get more difficult? What things should you know before taking a gap year? And will you ultimately end up in a better place having taken one than without? In this episode we explore if gap years simply a way for rich kids to travel the world without worry or perhaps they serve a crucial purpose in the lives of low-income youth and their path towards a meaningful career. We talk wi...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 4
will you be forever broke and careerless if you don’t go to college? turns out you’ll probably be okay. in this episode we talk about the alternative options to a financially stable career that doesn’t require a 4 year degree because rising college costs, doubts about the payoff, and selective admissions are causing many to reconsider traditional higher education paths. we talk with people that have made a living without a degree and ask about how they did it, if they have any regrets and then l...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 47 min•Season 1Ep. 3
does growing older just mean more worries, stress, and problems? or does aging come with more happiness and fulfillment in life? in this episode, we explore what it means to be happy, how to live a life with purpose, and how to face failure without letting it crush your spirit. we talked with people older than us and asked them about their own journey with happiness, failure, and purpose. so if you're worried about aging or making sure life goes the way you want, well, maybe it doesn’t actually ...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 2
guess what people.... we're coming back! big announcement for those of you who have asked where we've gone. MISSED YOU <3 Where to find us: @grownk1d @gaelaitor @_kaylasuarez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 30, 2025•1 min
FIRST EP OF OUR NEW SHOW! :D go follow it on spotify but here's the first episode <3 now that we’re entering our 20s a lot of us are starting to realize how unprepared we feel, how bleak the future can seem, and how pessimistic we can be about the possibility of living a good life. why does it feel like the world is ending? are we being dramatic or is there some truth to it? in this episode we explore our hopes and fears as we enter young adulthood, the state of gen z, and how we can maybe le...
Sep 06, 2024•1 hr 7 min
HI GUYS WE'RE BACK AND WE HAVE SOMETHING TO TELL YOU ABOUT..... missed you lots! starting a new show documenting what it's like entering young adulthood and navigating our 20s. we've been working on this for a while and we can't believe we finally get to share this with you. follow along and let's try to figure out our 20s together :') Follow us: @grownk1d Listen to the show on Spotify or anywhere you get your podcasts from! GrownKid Page: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR2ELhXIk7dz?si=...
Aug 31, 2024•3 min
