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Letters From A 2020 Senior

Kelsey Lyons and Arielle Powellrss.com
2020 was, in a nutshell, a rollercoaster. Hosts Kelsey and Ari, two high school graduates from the class of 2020, talk on this podcast all about the transition from high school to college and everything in between. They hope to share relatable stories and insight into their journeys and future as they navigate the intimidating and challenging world around us.
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Episodes

Letters From A 2024 Senior

As Ari and Kelsey prepare to graduate college, they reminisce on the past four years, the exciting things to come in the next few months, and offer their advice to current and prospective college students.

May 01, 202445 min

Life in Denmark

Kelsey spent this fall studying abroad in Copenhagen and had an amazing time creating memories, going on adventures, traveling through Europe, and falling in love with a new city. In this episode, Kelsey discusses what life was like in Denmark and the differences between American and Scandinavian life including politics, fashion, and food.

Jan 18, 202331 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Life Updates: Global Edition

With Kelsey studying abroad in Copenhagen and Ari busy with college life in LA, your favorite podcast duo has had quite an adventurous last few months! Kelsey has been settling into Denmark and traveling around Europe and Ari has been adjusting to life as a junior and reminiscing about her amazing summer program. Check out this new episode where Kelsey and Ari give all the details about what’s happening in their lives!

Nov 23, 202249 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Hot Takes

Kelsey and Ari love sharing everything from study hacks to life goals to their favorite snacks. But in this episode, things get a little hotter... Listen to Kelsey and Ari share their opinions on "hot takes" submitted by friends and viewers!

Aug 22, 202237 minSeason 2Ep. 6

What We’re Up To

Your favorite podcast duo is back! In this episode, Kelsey and Ari discuss everything they’ve been up to these past few weeks, from spring break plans to college-inspired life lessons to the future of Letters From A 2020 Senior.

May 20, 202247 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Toxicity in College

Being in college is such an exciting time in our lives with opportunities everywhere. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean there’s no toxic energy that comes along. In this episode, Kelsey and Ari discuss toxicity in college and advice on how to deal with it.

Feb 24, 202230 minSeason 2Ep. 4

2021 Trends: A Review

From fashion to food to products, in this episode, Kelsey and Ari discuss their opinions on the biggest trends of 2021.

Jan 22, 202240 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Care Packages & Exam Prep

Two things every college student needs to deal with: studying for exams and taking care of yourself while away from home. As we approach finals season, Kelsey and Ari talk all about navigating college finals and care package essentials.

Nov 30, 202130 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Season 2 Intro: We're In College

Guess who’s finally in college now? Your favorite duo is back again with tons of excitement and enthusiasm for Season 2 of Letters From A 2020 Senior. In this intro episode, Kelsey and Ari catch up and talk a little about all the exciting things they have planned for this new season.

Nov 08, 202118 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Season 1 Finale

As the summer comes to a close, Kelsey and Ari prepare for all the exciting things ahead of them as they head into their sophomore year of college. In this Season 1 Finale episode, the duo reminisce about the start of this podcast, how far they’ve come, and give a guide to past episodes. Stay tuned for season 2!

Aug 24, 202130 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Kelsey's Dorm Guide

As college students prepare to make the move on campus this fall, dorm essentials are on the forefront of everyone’s mind. In this solo episode, Kelsey shares her dorm favorites and her list to use when shopping!

Aug 02, 202148 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Ari on Greek Life

As we plan to finally head off to college, many college students are debating if they want to rush in the Fall. In this solo episode, Ari is taking over and talking all about her experience with rush week and advice she has for anyone thinking about getting involved with Greek Life.

Jul 17, 202135 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Life Check-In!

While summer can be a pretty busy time, sometimes it’s nice to just check in and talk about life. In this episode, Kelsey and Ari talk all about what’s been going on in their lives as we head further into summer.

Jul 06, 202121 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Not Like The Movies: High School

We’ve all seen how high school is depicted in the movies...but how accurate is it compared to real-life high school? In this episode, Kelsey and Ari debunk some of the biggest myths and stereotypes about the high school experience.

Jun 20, 202129 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Getting Back To Normal

With summer approaching soon, there are many things to look forward to as more opens up. In this episode, Kelsey and Ari share what they’re most excited to finally be able to do as we are slowly reaching post-pandemic life.

Jun 05, 202130 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Q & A with K & A: Sisters Edition

In the second episode to the series “Q & A with K & A”, Kelsey and Ari bring on their younger teenage sisters Colleen (16) and Dalia (16). Listen to hear these two sister duos share funny stories and reminisce on childhood favorites!

May 23, 202127 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Student Burnout

As we approach the end of the school year, many students are feeling a little overwhelmed and unmotivated. In “Student Burnout,” Kelsey and Ari discuss what burnout feels like for them, as well as how they’ve been coping with it through their first year of online college.

May 07, 202124 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Gift Guide

Mother’s Day is coming up soon, and no one wants to worry about last minute shopping! Graduation, Father’s Day, and birthdays also all call for good gift giving. In Kelsey and Ari’s “Gift Guide,” they share gift ideas that are in a teenager’s budget and are sure to impress!

May 01, 202121 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Making the Most Out of Summer

It’s often difficult to figure out exactly how to spend your summer. From internships to jobs to just having fun, Kelsey and Ari share how they’ve spent their summers and how to make the most out of time off from school.

Apr 24, 202129 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Study Skills!

As students, it can feel like life revolves around studying. But, that doesn’t mean it has to be unenjoyable! In this episode, Kelsey and Ari share tips on how they’ve practiced better study habits and ways to make school a little less stressful.

Apr 09, 202137 minSeason 1Ep. 14

No To FOMO

FOMO: the fear of missing out. We’re all experiencing it, especially now. In this episode, Kelsey and Ari talk about their relationship with FOMO and rate online advice on how to overcome it.

Apr 02, 202133 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Food-spiration

College plus pandemic equals new eating habits. In “Food-spiration”, Kelsey and Ari talk about finding balance, their favorite food finds, and new recipes! They are also SO excited to be partnering with Nekter for this episode! They love Nekter and their dedication to health, positivity, and balance. Go check out your local Nekter!

Mar 25, 202129 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Decision Season

As we head into the end of March, college decisions are at the forefront of almost every high school senior’s mind. In this episode, Kelsey and Ari talk about the decision process and how to decide the best fit for your future home.

Mar 19, 202128 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Q & A with K & A

From their favorite classes to the shows keeping them up at night, in this episode “Q & A with K & A” Kelsey and Ari talk about life, answer questions from the audience, play this or that, and discuss what’s keeping them busy and excited!

Mar 12, 202139 minSeason 1Ep. 10

A Standout Interview

Whether it’s for college, an internship or job, or even extracurriculars and Greek life, interviews are an important process that anyone is bound to go through. While it can be stressful and scary, Kelsey and Ari share their tips and experiences on how to really standout during an interview.

Mar 05, 202143 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Self-Care Isn't Selfish

Self-care isn’t selfish, and right now we are all in need of some extra self-love. In this episode, Kelsey and Ari share their favorite ways to destress and talk about why these habits are important!

Feb 27, 202127 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Karen Elitzky on Everything College

Finding college advice and guidance can be extremely difficult, especially in a virtual setting. Luckily, Karen Elitzky is here to help! In this episode, Kelsey and Ari interview college counselor, expert, and founder of Find Your Voice, Karen, about everything college. Want to get in contact with Karen? Visit her website https://www.yourvoicecollegeessays.com/

Feb 12, 202140 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Zoom University

Feeling Zoom Fatigue? Online school has come with many challenges, and in “Zoom University” Kelsey and Ari discuss the good and bad of learning on a laptop. They also share many tips and tricks for improving the student experience in this virtual world.

Feb 05, 202133 minSeason 1Ep. 6

All In This Together

Feeling disconnected or uninspired during this pandemic? So do we! In this episode, Kelsey and Ari share tips that have helped them feel more “normal” and connected and advice to help us all remember that we are “All In This Together”!

Jan 28, 202132 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Application Season

The college application process is not the most fun and stress-free experience. In this episode, Kelsey and Ari discuss advice and information relating to college applications and answer questions from the audience! Hopefully, future seniors and current seniors can benefit by hearing from two college freshmen who just went through the application process.

Jan 22, 202129 minSeason 1Ep. 4
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