After Hours

Relationships of all kinds can be tricky. In this episode, we’re getting honest about the reality of maintaining relationships – with family members, friends, and romantic partners – while also focusing on building your career. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Social media is a constant conversation—love it or hate it, we can’t escape it. In this episode, we’re diving into the good, the bad, and the scroll-worthy of social media in 2025. Expect insights on building a standout personal presence, how brands are winning (or flopping) online, and our unfiltered take on the most popular platforms right now. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it better to have a ton of perks and hate your job, or love your job and work in a healthy environment? In this episode, we’re offering a sneak peek into the culture of our companies and discussing what you can do as an employee, manager, or founder to improve your experience at work. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you play your cards right, you can turn your fifteen minutes of fame into five years of fame. In this episode, we’re sharing our secrets on how to achieve longevity in your career or business, and sharing our thoughts on leaving a legacy. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let us reintroduce ourselves! In this episode, we’re sharing our experiences as media, public relations, and event staffing CEOs. We peel back the curtains to expose the behind the scenes of life as a founder, and spill the details on what we do and how we got here. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are transactional relationships all bad? In this episode, we’re exposing how you can use transactional relationships to your advantage to grow your career, and when you need to let them go to protect your peace. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone raves about networking, but is it really all that? In this episode, we reveal the truth about networking, and why you should focus your energy on doing the thing instead of just talking about it. Whether it’s starting a new business or looking for your dream job, when you do the work the community will come. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re not envious of your envy. In this episode, we’re discussing how to manage the jealousy of others, and yourself, so you can use your network to your advantage and play the long game to enjoy enduring success.  Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Work emergencies pop up from time to time, but are they really emergencies? So often we get so wrapped up in work we forget to live our lives. In this episode, we’re sharing the emergencies we’ve faced as founders and the boundaries we’ve set so you can live a well rounded and fulfilling life - while still being successful at work Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our last episode we considered what we’re optimizing for. In this episode, we’re guiding you through how to actually optimize your life to align with your goals. From finding hobbies, changing your perspective on money, and working the right jobs, this episode will set you onto the right path to reach your goals. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your actions dictate your reality, so you can’t complain about not achieving your goals when you’re working against them. In this episode, we get real about taking responsibility for your actions, and work through how to prioritize what you need in this stage of your life, career, and business. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No one likes confrontation, but sometimes it's necessary. In this episode, we’re guiding you through how to have conversations at work as an employee, manager, or founder. Whether you’re quitting your job or giving an employee a promotion, we’ve got your back. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dating is hard. Add a career and business and things get even more complicated. In this episode we’re opening up about dating as a female founder, our relationship non-negotiables, and reflecting on the importance of therapy. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you’re just graduating from university or making a career change, transitions can be hard. In this episode, we’re chatting about how to grow your career and navigate personal and professional setbacks. From scaling your business to building your career, we’ve got you covered. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thinking about starting your own business or just curious about what founder life is like? You’re in the right place! In this episode we’re sharing our craziest stories, exposing the high highs and low lows, and helping you decide if the entrepreneur life is right for you. Join us each week as we discuss highs, lows and all of the hilarious moments in between building a career or company. We spill advice, secrets and overshare in the best ways possible. Can't wait for you to peel back the curtains behind life in your 20s with us! Jade Watson, Founder of SickBird Productions Celeste Durve, Founder of VIPER Emily Blair, Founder of Emily Blair Media Follow us on socials @afterhrspod and wherever you get your podcasts for more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introducing After Hours: We’re three female founders that come together after hours to share our journey of owning our businesses while navigating our mid-late 20s. We dive into the highs, lows, and downright hilarious moments of entrepreneurship. We’re here to dish out advice, spill secrets, and maybe scare our legal teams a bit - all so you don’t have to learn the hard way like we did. From dating dilemmas to friendship fiascos, career chaos, and mental health moments, we’ve got it covered. So, get comfortable because After Hours is officially in session. Meet the hosts: Jade Watson - Founder, SickBird Productions Celeste Durve - Founder, VIPER Emily Blair - Founder, Emily Blair Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices