Elyse got the chance to sit down with LA stylist and model Michaela Zehara to talk about her journey navigating adulthood in LA. "Stop sleeping on yourself," she says as she explains how she's managed to balance pursuing her multiple talents in an overwhelming and competitive city. Listen for an incredible story and beautiful energy from the wonderful Michaela Zehara. Thank you, Michaela, for sharing your wisdom and story with me. Full episode available NOW on all podcasting platforms. FOLLOW us...
Oct 19, 2020•23 min•Season 2Ep. 28
20s fam!!!! We've been waiting on this episode to tell you all our big news!!! We want to proudly introduce Trousseaux- our boutique! It's been a wild journey, but we are so thankful to be given this opportunity, and we couldn't be more excited to take you on our journey as business owners. Tune in to this episode to hear the behind the scenes of how Trousseaux became ours! We have decided to name the Trousseaux earring collection after boss babes in our life and some of our incredible guests on...
Oct 12, 2020•44 min•Season 2Ep. 27
In this episode, we sat down with Cheyenne Baker (@amusing_millenial) to unpack her journey escaping MLM’s, or Multi-Level Marketing companies. Some may refer to these as network marketing or pyramid schemes. Tune in as Cheyenne exposes her experiences with MLM’s and tells her story on how she is now living out her passion. Cheyenne Baker’s mission is to help women in their 20s overcome their quarter-life crisis. She currently uses her Instagram platform to reach and help young women in their 20...
Oct 05, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 26
In this episode, we dive into the mind of Stefanie Elsperman, a mindset coach dedicated to helping career-driven women find purpose in order to take action toward their dream life. Stef talks about how to clarify and hone in on your WHY, your passions and your vision for your life in order to elevate to your highest self. You'll leave this episode feeling refreshed and absolutely inspired to make your dreams a reality. FOLLOW us on IG: @thisisyour.20s FOLLOW us on Twitter: @thisisyour_20s EMAIL ...
Sep 14, 2020•53 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Bigtone is the founder of Dillards Executive Protection LLC and bodyguard to St. Louis rapper Smino. But that's not where his resume ends. He has worked with some of the top artists in the music industry, such as Nelly, Solange, and Metro Boomin. We are so honored to have him on the show to talk about how he got to work with some incredible artists, the crazy lifestyle on tour, and what he’s learned on the way. FOLLOW us on IG: @thisisyour.20s FOLLOW us on Twitter: @thisisyour_20s EMAIL us: this...
Sep 07, 2020•48 min•Season 2Ep. 24
We sat down with the wonderful Arielle D'Angelo, an LGBTQ+ Self-Love and Sexuality Coach and founder of WeTheRainbow, a personal development organization that facilities positive transformations for LGBTQ+ individuals. She leads a prominent community on Tik Tok and Instagram where she has promoted compassion, inclusivity and a healthy dose of humor for her LGBTQ+ followers. Her goal is to help people live out their most authentic lives while honoring the true essence of who they are. We learned ...
Aug 31, 2020•52 min•Season 2Ep. 23
In this episode, we sat down with music artist RNBJune to figure out the inspirations behind his music. We also talk about how to balance a full-time work schedule while still finding time for your creative passions. Thank you June for being such an amazing guest!!! Go check out his music, you won't regret it. LOVE U 20s FAM FOLLOW us on IG: @thisisyour.20s FOLLOW us on Twitter: @thisisyour_20s EMAIL us: [email protected] Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32486395 FOLLOW RNB...
Aug 16, 2020•50 min•Season 2Ep. 22
In this episode, Elyse sat down with singer/songwriter Bradley Kim to discuss his journey with music as well as his experience coming out as the first openly gay football player at the Air Force Academy. FOLLOW us on IG: @thisisyour.20s FOLLOW us on Twitter: @thisisyour_20s EMAIL us: [email protected] Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32486395 FOLLOW Bradley: @bradleykkim LISTEN to Bradley: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3nJiC4ijSQZ1HHJB0gqJWM?si=I8EtrRjvR3ST_3B8ycQTSw...
Aug 03, 2020•33 min•Season 2Ep. 21
One of our biggest motives for starting this podcast was to show women how to love themselves. In this episode, we address the negative path women often take in relation to food and working out. Instead of seeing food as energy to live, women often feel guilty for eating. Instead of working out to feel good, women often work out to burn a certain amount of calories. If this sounds like you, it's not your fault. This mindset has been planted in your mind from a young age, and it's going to take a...
Jul 13, 2020•51 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Your twenties are for growth. You will not be the same person at 29 as you were at 21. So here's a pit stop with 25-year-old Sampson Levingston to get a glimpse of what your mid-twenties will look like. Sampson is well-known in the Indianapolis area for his "Walk & Talk" down Indiana Avenue. He is also the founder of "Through2Eyes," where he blogs and teaches about Indiana's rich history. USE PROMO CODE "TIY20s" FOR $10 OFF A SHIRT. https://www.through2eyes.com/fillthebag/WOMEN-ARE-POWERFUL-...
Jul 06, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Jul 01, 2020•21 sec
Adulting is tough, but you don't have to figure it all out alone!
Jun 22, 2020•55 min
Quarantine taught us A LOT. Here we go...
Jun 15, 2020•39 min
How to utilize this strange time and stay motivated in using your artistic gifts to pursue your dreams.
Apr 06, 2020•1 hr 16 min
What role does social media play in your life?
Mar 30, 2020•56 min
IF YOU'RE A YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR, THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU.
Mar 23, 2020•47 min
Beauty Standards. They exist and they can be problematic. LET'S TALK ABOUT IT.
Mar 16, 2020•1 hr 5 min
Which one are you: the extrovert or the introvert? How does that affect how you interact with others?
Mar 09, 2020•49 min
This episode touches on the obstacles of pursuing an alternative career path and advice on how to make your dreams happen without a college degree.
Mar 02, 2020•1 hr 6 min
A complete recap of Season One! Listen in as Mer and Elyse talk about the highlights of each episode and thank the guests who've come on. We've learned SO MUCH, and we hope you have too. Thank you to everyone who's been along on the ride of this journey! We'll see you in Season Two! Follow us: @elysenaoma & @meredith_breda Email us what you wanna hear in Season Two: [email protected]
Jan 20, 2020•41 min
Why do we drink? What is the REAL reasoning behind substance abuse? Mer ane Elyse dicsuss a controversial and rare topic. This is no guilt trip, but it's a discussion that everyone who turns up on the weekened should hear. Listen in! Follow us: @elysenaoma_ & @meredith_breda Email us: [email protected]
Jan 13, 2020•1 hr 1 min
A Mormon, a Muslim, and a Christian walk into a bar... We are SO amped about this episode with our amazing guest Remsha Khan. We talk all about faith, religion and spirituality and how each of us makes sense of the differences between them, and our sometimes blurry understandings of them. We dive into our personal backgrounds and how our upbringings in specific faiths have shaped into our current realities. It’s a heavy one, so buckle up as we try our best to dive into our understandings of the ...
Jan 06, 2020•59 min
Check out this episode with our special guest Jay Klein, a college senior looking to play professional soccer after graduation. He gives his insight on taking a non-traditional, alternative career route that most of his peers aren’t following. If this sounds like you, or is something you might be interested in, prepare for some wise words on how to take those next steps in the face of the unknown, and how to handle each obstacle with the right mindset! Follow us on insta: @elysenaoma_ @meredith_...
Dec 30, 2019•40 min
2020 brings a new decade- this is a big deal! What’re your goals for the New Years? Why are these goals important? This episode talks about our personal goals, as well as what we want for this podcast in 2020. Listen now! Email us: [email protected] Follow us: @elysenaoma_ @meredith_breda
Dec 23, 2019•46 min
IF YOU’RE A CREATOR THAT DOESN’T KNOW WHERE TO START, THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU. It’s already Episode 5?? WOW In this episode, Meredith and I got to sit down with DePauw Alum Uriah Brown. Uriah is an aspiring actor, artist, and overall creative. In this episode, Uriah explains what he’s learned so far in preparing to pursue a career in the arts. Meredith and I learned a lot, and so will you! Thank you Uriah for giving us some wisdom and love. Listen up! As always, email us at [email protected]...
Dec 16, 2019•50 min
In this episode, we sat down to talk about self-care and the stigma behind mental health. This will be an on-going theme in this show, but this episode specifically talks about the growth we’ve seen in each other in the past few months with self-care and how we’ve been able to maintain a healthy lifestyle. In your 20s, self-care can often be put on the back-burner, but this is NOT ACCEPTABLE. Put yourself first, and you’ll be able to do things you never thought possible.
Dec 09, 2019•26 min
Mer had to miss this one, but I had the pleasure to sit down Levi Townsend and Luke Amaral, two talented and upcoming music artists in Indy. In this episode, we discuss pursuing your goals, their journey with making music, and lessons they’ve learned from being in their 20s. LET ME TELL YOU, these two have such a good head on their shoulders. I truly learned so much from them, and you will too! Tune in! Thank you Luke and Levi for being on “This is Your 20s!” Check them out on Spotify and Apple ...
Dec 02, 2019•55 min
EVERY SINGLE PERSON CAN LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE. We had the pleasure to sit down with Taylor Hickey, body positivity activist and future law student, to talk about all things self-love and body-positivity. With today's never-ending rat race of posting on Instagram, it can be so easy to quickly compare yourself to others and forget how to love yourself. In this episode, we discuss how to OVERCOME today's distractions and get to a point where you truly love every bit of yourself in a healthy way. ...
Nov 25, 2019•51 min
Welcome to the show!! This is your guide to being in your 20s. We know these years are stressful, confusing, and fast-paced, so we are here to make sure you thrive. We will be keeping it real with all things adulting, advice for pursuing a life that makes you happy, and helping you figure out what you were meant to contribute to this world. Trust me, we don't have our sh*t figured out either, but we are here to help! Email us topics you think should be discussed: [email protected]
Nov 13, 2019•10 min
