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Barely Adulting

Annie Shum, Cheyenne Tangbarely-adulting.simplecast.com
Let’s face it, growing up is hard. Annie and Cheyenne are nearing the age where they are expected to know what “adulting” is and there are all these new responsibilities like signing a lease, figuring out who your true friends are, knowing how to cook, and many more. Every other week, join Annie and Cheyenne as they talk about their successes and failures, so you don’t have to struggle alone—barely adulting!
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Episodes

S1E14: Chats With Your Big Sis [Part 1] - Healthy Habits

In Part 1 of the “Chats With Your Big Sis” episode, Annie and Cheyenne talk about the results of the polls that YOU answered on Instagram! They talk about ways to adopt healthy habits to manifest your best life and their experiences trying to do so. Tune in next week for part 2 where they provide some advice based on your submissions! *Sorry about the audio!! The wrong mic was selected so one mic was recording both voices. 😅 Follow us on Instagram @barelyadulting.pod Email: thebarelyadulting@gm...

Aug 04, 202146 minSeason 1Ep. 14

S1E13: Humans Win the Gold Medal For Destroying the Earth

The 2021 Tokyo Olympics are approaching and the world is melting. Cheyenne and Annie dive into topics that have been on their mind lately, from controversial Olympic policies to record-breaking heatwaves. Follow us on Instagram @barelyadulting.pod Email: thebarelyadulting@gmail.com Olympic Sources: Japan moves forward with Olympics despite COVID crisis and public doubts: "It's a tug of war" Tokyo Olympics 101: What are the new sports? There's a Dark History Behind the Glittering Olympic Games Co...

Jul 20, 202151 minSeason 1Ep. 13

S1E12: Our Favorite TV Shows + Movies

Adulting doesn’t mean you can’t watch TV shows or movies! Annie and Cheyenne take a deep dive into their favorite shows and movies. These forms of media can be extremely enriching, so don’t discount binging a show as being lazy! Follow us on instagram @barelyadulting.pod Email: thebarelyadulting@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @barelyadulting.pod | Email us at thebarelyadulting@gmail.com

Jun 22, 202155 minSeason 1Ep. 12

S1E11: Fear of the Future

Life can feel so overwhelming sometimes. With the post-pandemic life around the corner and uncertain futures, we all hold some fear of what's next. Annie and Cheyenne talk about the science behind fears and anxiety, our own personal fears of the future, and how we can overcome them. You are definitely not alone! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @barelyadulting.pod | Email us at thebarelyadulting@gmail.com

Jun 08, 202136 minSeason 1Ep. 11

S1E10: Let's Go On a Shopping Spree (Responsibly)!

This week, Annie and Cheyenne discuss all things shopping! Growing up means understanding where your money goes and how to spend responsibly. The two Barely-Adults talk about their favorite stores and brands and give some tips about how to be more conscious when shopping! *All brands mentioned are NOT sponsored. Follow us on instagram @barelyadulting.pod Email: thebarelyadulting@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @barelyadulting.pod | Email us at thebarelyadulting@gmail.com...

May 26, 202144 minSeason 1Ep. 10

S1E9: Barely Adulting Plays We're Not Really Strangers

As Annie graduates and everyone moves into the next chapter of their lives, Cheyenne and Annie thought it would be fun to play We’re Not Really Strangers. They answer questions about their lives and discover things about each other that they might not have found out without the help of this game. Take a dive into the deep end with them as they answer life’s existential questions and discuss the future! Buy the game! https://www.werenotreallystrangers.com/ Follow us on instagram @barelyadulting.p...

May 11, 202148 minSeason 1Ep. 9

S1E8: A Financial Wakeup Call – Tips on Managing your Money with Tanya Jackson!

With personal finances, where do you start? Why should you care? It feels like a daunting topic to face as we're becoming adults! The internet is filled with information on what bank accounts to open, what stocks to invest in, and how you should be budgeting – it can all be overwhelming. Listen to our conversation with Northeastern Finance major, Tanya Jackson, to get all the tips on how to manage and be empowered by your personal finances. Follow us on Instagram @barelyadulting.pod Email: theba...

Apr 30, 202154 minSeason 1Ep. 8

S1E7: Racism & Microaggressions — Our Experiences as Asians in America

In this episode, Annie and Cheyenne dive deeper into their experiences being raised in Asia and how their identities have shifted since moving to America. With the recent violent events in the Asian community, it is important to dissect the nuances of communities of color to strive to be more empathetic towards each other. --- Follow us on instagram @barelyadulting.pod Email: thebarelyadulting@gmail.com --- Bystander Revolution: https://www.bystanderrevolution.org/ Time: “The Asian American Resp...

Apr 14, 20211 hrSeason 1Ep. 7

S1E6: Juicy Relationship Details - Q&A with Our Boyfriends

In this week's episode, we're featuring our very first guests – our boyfriends, Yuchen and Kenny! Being in a relationship isn't always easy, especially in college. We answer questions about our relationships, how we manage our time while dating, our favorite memories, and how we resolve conflicts. Follow us on Instagram @barelyadulting.pod Email: thebarelyadulting@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @barelyadulting.pod | Email us at thebarelyadulting@gmail.com...

Mar 30, 202149 minSeason 1Ep. 6

S1E5: How to Love Yourself - Body Positivity

Have you ever tried to do a workout program but couldn’t get through the first week? Or maybe you wanted to cut something out of your diet but it made you want it even more. Annie and Cheyenne have been through it all. From Chloe Ting quarantine workouts to doing Yoga with Adrienne, they’ve tried everything to establish a healthier lifestyle. Listen to hear about their relationships with food and what they recommend for people who may be struggling! Follow us on Instagram @barelyadulting.pod Ema...

Mar 16, 202149 minSeason 1Ep. 5

S1E4: Asian Traditions — Holidays About Food!

You may have heard of the “big Italian wedding” but you probably haven’t heard about the game show-esque activities that occur before Chinese weddings! In this episode, Annie and Cheyenne recount the crazy traditions they upheld while living in Asia. They go through all the nuances and differences between Vietnamese-Chinese holidays and Malaysian-Chinese traditions! Warning: you may get very hungry listening to this episode! Follow us on Instagram @barelyadulting.pod Email: thebarelyadulting@gma...

Mar 02, 202152 minSeason 1Ep. 4

S1E3: Am I a Toxic Friend?

Have you ever wondered what kind of friend you are? How does your personality play into the group dynamic? Annie and Cheyenne dissect their Myers-Briggs personalities and talk about how they’ve grown as people and as friends. They dive into the juicy details of past friendships and how they have affected their lives, even today! Follow us on Instagram @barelyadulting.pod Email: thebarelyadulting@gmail.com Myers-Briggs Personality test: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test Follow...

Feb 16, 20211 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 3

S1E2: Why You Should Go To Therapy

Mental health is something EVERYONE needs to talk about. Annie and Cheyenne take a deep dive into their mental health journey. From holding onto stigmas to opening up about therapy, they’ve been through a LOT. There’s no “right” way to approach your mental health; Annie and Cheyenne have different ways they like to manage theirs. Listen to hear some of their healthy habits and why everyone needs to go to therapy! // Follow us on Instagram @barelyadulting.pod Email: thebarelyadulting@gmail.com Th...

Feb 02, 202153 minSeason 1Ep. 2

S1E1: Growing Up Across the Globe

Welcome to the first episode of Barely Adulting! Follow Annie and Cheyenne on their journey as they transformed from being a nerd and a wallflower to becoming a sorority girl and a business mogul. They talk about how their identities were shaped by the places they lived, how they ended up at Northeastern, and the nuances of living life in America as third-culture-kids from Southeast Asia. From the struggles of IB to when they met at orientation, they had very parallel stories. Take a trip down m...

Jan 19, 202152 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Welcome to Barely Adulting!

After spending almost 4 years in college trying to get their degrees, Annie and Cheyenne missed creating for fun. Barely Adulting is their personal project for creative expression and to spend quality time together. What will you expect from this podcast? Annie and Cheyenne share the deets and topics they’ll be exploring each week! // Follow us on instagram @barelyadulting.pod | Follow Cheyenne on Instagram @cheyenne.tang Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @barelyadulting.pod | Email us at thebar...

Jan 16, 20211 min
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