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Figuring It Out As I Go Along
by Katie Neal
Join me, Katie, as I talk all things lifestyle & wellbeing as I (try) to navigate my twenties. I’ll be asking my own questions about life and trying to answer yours. Come and listen to me discuss my own thoughts, as well as interview some other interesting individual about their lives and lessons that they have learnt. Who knows where these conversations will go: i guess I’ll just figure it out as i go along…
Episodes
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55. I Got a New Job, an ADHD Diagnosis & a Feature on Radio 1? + Your Thoughts on What Ambition Really Means in Your 20s
We're backkkkkkk!! It has been a whirlwind of a few months to say the least, but that doesn't mean I've forgotten about you, my lovely listeners! This episode is a little bit of a catch up, covering my recent Radio 1 Adventure, battling burnout & a full time job, and the fact that I have…
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54. Career Comparison & Friendship Changes w Kiera Ford
Hello and welcome to another episode of FIOAIGA, and this time with the wonderful Kiera Ford. Kiera & I met doing student radio, and have got a shared passion for the world of audio, so I knew she’d be an excellent guest on the pod. In this week’s episode, Kiera and I dive deep into the...
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53. Is University Really 'The Best Years of Your Life' w/ Ben Smith
hello and welcome back to a brand new episode of FIOAIGA, and this week I’m joined by the lovely Ben Smith to debate the age-old claim that ‘University is the best time of your life’. Coming at it from different perspectives, this lay down the perfect foundation for an extensive discussion. Ben...
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52. Your Thoughts on the Matter: Transitional Periods & Change
helloooo and welcome back to a brand new episode of FIOAIGA, and this week I wanted to get your thoughts on the matter, all about Transitional Periods! after chatting to some friends recently, I’ve realised that too often we repress uncomfortable emotions that arise during change as we feel…
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51. Exploring Attachment Styles and the Inner Child w/ Emma Motha
Hello and welcome to another episode of FIOAIGA, and our first EVER video episode! Ahh I’m so excited ! Today I’m joined with my glorious friend Emma, who honestly is like my soul sister. Emma and I were flatmates in our first year at uni, and bonded instantly as two very nervous girls starting...
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50. 50th Episode Celebrations: Freedom, Fresh Starts & What You're Still Figuring Out
We did it guys - we made it to the 50th episode! After a bit of a break, I’m back at the end of summer, ready to catch you up with what I’ve been up to and share some thoughts with you. We explore the topics of freedom, fresh starts and transitional periods, before diving deep into what you guys…
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49. From 20-Something to 30-Something: What Changes (and What Doesn’t) w/ Harriet
This week’s episode was a super fun conversation with my lovely friend Harriet ! Now, one of the ongoing jokes we have in our friendship is to do with our age difference. Although it’s only 10 years, we joke constantly about how much things change between your early 20s and early 30s. So, we...
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48. How to Manage Your Financial Wellbeing in your 20s w/ Kaye Price
In this week’s episode, I was joined by award winning financial advisor and ‘Financial Wellbeing’ champion, Kaye Price. Now I don’t know about you, but I feel like we were never taught at school how to look after our money, and especially going from being a student to being a graduate, I feel…
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47. Your Thoughts on the Matter: Toxic Guilt & the Inner Critical Voice
hey guys - i'm back with another edition of 'Your Thoughts on the Matter', in which I enlisted the help of you lovely listeners so that we could have a joint reflection on toxic guilt and that inner critical voice that can sometimes get a little loud inside my mind. Now, i'm chronically guilty…
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46. Is the Classical Music Industry Accessible for Disabled Musicians? w/ Emma Brown
In this week’s episode, I met with the lovely Emma Brown to discuss her fascinating PHD topic, which explores how accessible the classical music industry really is for physically disabled musicians. As a double-leg amputee herself, Emma is really passionate about exploring whether or not...
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45. 24 Life Lessons in 24 Years of Life: A Birthday Reflection
this week's episode is a little bit different, as i put together a list of 24 Life Lessons I've learnt in my 24 years of living so far. From mental health, to romantic relationships, and people pleasing, it encapsulates a variety of things that I feel are slowly starting to click as my frontal…
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44. Breaking into the Music Industry w/ Callum
hellooooo - welcome back to another episode of FIOAIGA, and this time with Callum, frontman of the incredible band ‘Maya Likes To Run Her Mouth’. The other week, we sat down to explore the feelings that arise when navigating one’s entrance into the music industry, from imposter syndrome to...
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43. Life Updates: Making Mistakes, Giving Advice & 'Wellbeing Burnout'
hello and welcome back to another little fioaiga catchup:) in this week's episode, i update you on some things that have been going on in my life recently, vis a vis jobs and the podcast and so much more! Then, I wanted to explore the concept of making mistakes in your 20s, and to what extent it…
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42. How Change Can Help You Find your Purpose w/ Izzie Inga
Today I'm joined by my lovely friend Izzie who decided to make a big change in her life's direction during her second year at university just two years ago. From studying Fine Art in Leeds to then deciding to train to be a paramedic in Bristol, Izzie had to really come to terms with what she…
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41. Strive for Perfection & Stay in your Comfort Zone: Tips on How to be Miserable
hello and welcome to a new episode of FIOAIGA! now, don't fear, this episode might sound like it's going to be super negative, but trust me - it's a good one! I recently read an incredible book titled 'How to be Miserable' by the incredible Randy J Peterson. A controversial take on traditional...
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40. Your Thoughts on the Matter: Digital Wellbeing
hellooo! This week's episode is the second edition of our 'Your Thoughts on the Matter' Miniseries, where we collaboratively discuss your opinions, as listeners, on a specific topic. This week's topic refers to Digital Wellbeing and our relationships with technology and its consequential effects…
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39. Finding a Balance & Dealing with Panic Attacks w/ Lili
*CW: This episode contains conversations about Panic Attacks*helloooo! this week’s episode features the lovely Lili from ‘The Flutterby Podcast’. In this episode, we explore the topic of finding a balance. When it comes to juggling work, a social life, our hobbies and our wellbeing, it can often...
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38. People Pleasing: Why You Can't Please Everyone
hello! This week's episode is just a quick reflection on the topic of people-pleasing, inspired by a recent podcast episode that I listened to! I discuss the psychological reasons for why we choose to people-please in the first place, and how it can have an effect on all aspects of our lives,...
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37. Neurodivergence: A Conversation about Life, Love & Work as an Autistic Person w/ Martha
hello and welcome to FIOAIGA! This week's conversation is with the lovely Martha, all about her experiences navigating life in her 20s as a neurodivergent person. Martha has her own wonderful podcast, "Inside Voice", where she explores openly her experiences with dating and work, and so I really...
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36. A Chatty Catchup: Routines, Friendship & Being Kind to your Body
hellooooo - welcome back to another catch up episode! I felt it was about time to touch base and share my thoughts about a variety of different things going on in my life at the moment! I talk about my frustrations with job applications, finding a routine as well as inaccurate media…
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35. Critical Psychology w/ Dr Golding
in this week's episode, I got the opportunity to talk to thewonderful Dr Laura Golding. As a clinical psychologist, DrGolding has vast experience in the psychology field, and has a particular interest in critical psychology more specifically.With this thought process, one is encouraged to explore...
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34. I've Started Taking Medication for OCD? (Life Update)
TW: Conversations about Mental Health bonus episode time! hello hello, just popping on here to do a little life update! As you may have seen on the Instagram, I've recently started taking medication for OCD, which was a big moment for me. I've never been sure whether or not I wanted to take...
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33. Navigating Uni & Parenthood w/ Tallulah Roberts
In today’s episode, I chatted with Tallulah about her life as both a final year uni student and a parent to her lovely toddler, Albie. We discussed her experiences of motherhood so far, from finding out that she was pregnant within her second year, to juggling the nursery run and still getting to...
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32. Your Thoughts on the Matter: Forgiveness & Boundaries
TW: This episode includes conversations about abusive relationships. I'm backkkk - and with a new miniseries I'm calling 'Your Thoughts on the Matter'! I asked on the Instagram for your opinions on a variety of questions regarding the topic of Forgiveness and Boundaries. I explored romantic...
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31. Exploring Sobriety after University w/ Niki Kemp
This week's ep is a conversation with the lovely Niki, who has popped on to explore the topic of sober curiosity. After recently deciding to go sober after university, we thought it would be a good idea to dive deeper into the discourse surrounding drinking habits at different life stages, from...
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30. Ins & Outs for 2025 (+ Lessons Learnt in 2024)
woohoo welcome back! happy new year & a happy 2nd birthday to fioaiga!:) this special episode involves a DEEP reflection on the last year, including life lessons from 2024 and a discussion about which habits I’m taking forward to 2025, and which ones I’m leaving behind! With a lot of people…
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29. Creativity & Wellbeing w/ Annabel Martin
hello !! this episode is with the wonderful Annabel Martin, and wow do we cover so much! From music to mood, poetry to panic attacks, writers’ block to wellbeing influencers, we truly tackle every corner of the conversation about the relationship between the creative arts & mental health! It was...
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28. Rest & Recuperation: Mental Health Days & Sleep Routines
this episode works as a little life update, focusing specifically on trying to find a routine for myself in a freelance position and how that has been affecting my mental health and productivity. From there, I dive into an analysis of why mental health days are important to take from time to…
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27. Looking After Yourself Whilst Looking After Others: Student Support with Antony Butcher
*CW: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS DISCUSSIONS OF SUICIDAL IDEATION, CHRONIC ILLNESS & SEXUAL ASSAULT* After a little break, FIOAIGA is back with a brand new interview! This time I’m joined with Antony Butcher - the Assistant School Education Service Manager (Student Support) at the School of Music & PCI...
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26. Why Rejection SUCKS! (+ other thoughts)
this week covers my greatest fear: rejection! recent self reflection has made me realise that my biggest weakness is dealing with rejection, and i know i'm not the only one! this episode I tackle why as humans we are predisposed to hate being rejected, and how to deal with rejections in romantic...
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25. Feminist Frustrations: Womanhood in your 20s w/ Abi Turner
**CW: This episode contains conversations about sexual harassment & eating disorders that may be distressing for some listeners.** Today I sat down with my lovely-friend Abi about the good, the bad & the ugly of being a woman in her 20s in 2024. We got into some deep feminist discussions about...
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24. Freshers Fears: Advice for the Transition to Uni
for many people, september means new beginnings, and this year may be the year that you go off to university! this episode is the one that i wish I had going into university 5 (!) years ago. I tried my best to cover all grounds, from what you need to bring and budgeting, to both the social and...
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23. Out of the Blue: A Conversation with Wrkhouse
in this week's episode, I was joined by Gethin, Iestyn & Ioan from WRKHOUSE - the Welsh band who were named one of BBC Cymru Fyw's Top Five Artists to Watch in 2023. It was great to sit down with the boys and chat about their latest EP and recent tour, as well as their musical influences, goals…
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22. Personality Tests: How Accurate Are They Really?
what better way to figure things out about yourself than doing an online test, surely?! in this week's episode i take four different personality tests so i can find out more about my general characteristics, workplace habits, love style and emotional intelligence score. have a listen to see…
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21. "Everything Still Worries Me" - A Chat with Abbie Ozard
hello! i am absolutely thrilled to release this episode with the lovely Abbie Ozard! i was so honoured that she was able to put some time aside to sit and chat with me about her new debut album 'Everything Still Worries Me', her upcoming tour and so much more! She was so warm and friendly, and…
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20. My Experience with Vocal Nodules
helloooo! many people have remarked on my husky/raspy voice since beginning this podcast, so I thought it was about time that I sat down and spoke about my experiences with my vocal health over the last few years! I speak about my diagnosis with vocal nodules, my treatment with a Speech and...
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19. Big Changes: New Jobs & Current Favs
hello hello! Ep. 19 is a little catch up so i can let you know a little more about the future of the pod & what I'm up to at the moment! come with me as I reflect on my last job & talk about what's coming next, both professionally and personally! I dive deep on the pod's new rebrand, my…
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18. The Big Leap from Uni to Professional Life w/ Joe O'Connor
this week’s episode involves me and my mate Joe tackling the conversation around the big leap from university to professional life - and woah is there a lot to address! Join us as we talk job applications, establishing a routine and our favourite household chores. it’s a funny one and hopefully...
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17. Student Wellbeing w/ Hannah
this week's episode i'm joined with Hannah, my gorgeous friend and the outgoing Wellbeing Officer for Leeds University Union. We talk about all things related to student wellbeing: about why it's important to look after your health as a student, what support there is available to you, and even…
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Welcome to FIOAIGA!
hiya I’m Katie, and welcome to figuring it out as I go along! there are so many thing about being in my 20s that genuinely baffle me: so many questions to be answered, so many life lessons to learn and so many experiences that I’m yet to have!So come with me as I navigate the uncertainty of being...
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16. Drumming with Ruben: Gender Differences & the Industry
It's time for pt2 of our wonderful conversation with Ruben - and this time, it gets deeper! This half of the interview involves us exploring whether there are any societal differences when it comes to playing the drums depending on your gender, before taking a deep dive into Ruben's experience...
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15. Drumming with Ruben: Our Education & Experiences
Helloooooo - we're back & with an amazing guest: the lovely Ruben! This episode we talk about our shared love of playing the drums, discussing our education & take on our experiences as both performers & music students with a focus on percussion. It was really interesting to analyse and compare…
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14. 2023 Reflections & 2024 Resolutions
Happy new year everyone & welcome back to the pod! It's the first episode back in 2024 and we're celebrating FIOAIGA's first birthday! thanks everyone for all the support over the last year - it means so much that people take the time to listen to me rambling on <3. This episode is a bit of a...
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12. 'Navigating your 20s' w/ my parents!
hey guys! sorry for the long hiatus, but I'm back with a new episode - and this time with my parents! My parents are my biggest confidantes, and we've had many a late night conversation about the challenges of growing up and becoming a young adult. They've always given me the wisest advice and so…
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11. Talking about Anxiety
**CW: DISCUSSIONS ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH** Hello and welcome to an episode of FIOAIGA that means quite a lot to me and I believe is a really important topic to discuss. As a loud and extraverted gal, people often say they're surprised to learn that I really suffer with anxiety and I thought that…
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10. Burnout, Productivity & Graduation Anxiety
it's a busy time of year for students - but sometimes it feels like it's a busy time all the time and it can be so easy to continue running at 100mph until you crash & burn. I know i'm so so guilty of that, and as I've been busy writing my dissertation, i've been reflecting on what it really…
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9. An Interview with David Bradley
GUYS!! I am so so so excited to release the season finale of my first season of 'Figuring it Out As I Go Along' and this is my favourite and most proudest episode. In January, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with the super talented actor, David Bradley. This interview was so exciting...
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8. All-Girls' Schools & Female Friendships w/ Maeve
Welcome back to another highly requested episode, and this time I am joined with an extra special guest - my lovely friend Maeve. In this episode, we dive deep into our experiences at an all-girls' school and how we think these experiences have shaped who we are today. After asking on Instagram…
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7: OCD - An Interview with Ed
**CW: DISCUSSION ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH THEMES** This week is a really exciting episode as it's our first interview and I've been joined by the lovely Ed! Ed opens up about his experiences with OCD and educates us on the common misconceptions about the disorder and his experiences within hospital.…
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6: Helping You Figure Out: Creating Healthy Habits
I'm back with another 'Helping You Figure Out' and this time we're chatting all about how to create healthy habits. When planning this episode, I had to do a lot of thinking about what my good and bad habits are and what new ones I'd want to make part of my routine. I also had to address what it...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join me, Katie, as I talk all things lifestyle & wellbeing as I (try) to navigate my twenties. I’ll be asking my own questions about life and trying to answer yours. Come and listen to me discuss my own thoughts, as well as interview some other interesting individual about their lives and lessons that they have learnt. Who knows where these conversations will go: i guess I’ll just figure it out as i go along…
HOSTED BY
Katie Neal
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