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The Twenty Something Podcast

by Grace Pokela

Random, raw, real, and everything in between. That is the best way I can describe being in your 20's.Hi! I'm Grace, a 25 year old just trying to find my way in life.Let's do this together!

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Episodes

  1. What Your Body Has Been Trying to Tell You with Dr. Ali Harpp

    In this episode, we talk about: Feeling lost and disconnected from yourself in your 20s Ali's experience with addiction, disordered eating, bodybuilding, and body image How a serious back injury ultimately changed the direction of her life Why she decided to become a chiropractor What Network...

  2. An Insider Look at the Wedding Industry with Sydney Greer

    Whether you're planning a wedding, standing in one, or just curious about what actually happens behind the scenes, this episode is packed with insider stories, practical advice, and plenty of moments that will make you see weddings in a whole new way. In this episode, we cover: Sydney's journey...

  3. How Your Nervous System Affects Everything with Dr. Megan Ayala

    In this week's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Megan Ayala, chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner, to talk about one of the most overlooked foundations of our health: the nervous system. We dive into why so many women in their 20s are struggling with chronic stress, anxiety, gut issues,...

  4. The Conversations We Should Be Having w/Ryan Woodring

    This episode isn't about having all the answers. It's about asking better questions. Whether you're interested in personal finance, economics, AI, business, philosophy, or simply understanding the world a little differently, this conversation will leave you with plenty to think about. In this...

  5. An Unplanned Path to Entrepreneurship w/Natalie McElwain

    In this episode, we cover: Natalie’s non-linear path through college, moving frequently, and taking 10 years to earn her degree Her early career in hospitality and corporate marketing roles How COVID impacted her career and led to unexpected change The personal circumstances that pushed her to...

  6. The “Fly By the Seat of Your Pants” Era w/ Mel Brown

    Mel shares her journey from bartending and restaurant management to becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner, and how an unexpected pregnancy and NICU experience completely changed the direction of her life. We talk about what it looks like to truly “fly by the seat of your pants” in your...

  7. You're Allowed to Pivot w/Juanita Wilson

    In this episode, we cover: Juanita’s journey from nursing to real estate to business development Why so many people in their twenties feel pressure to have it all figured out The fear of changing careers and being perceived as inconsistent The difference between stability and flexibility in...

  8. The Reality of Law School and Life After w/Anna Catherine Parham

    What does it actually look like to go to law school—and what happens after you graduate? In this episode, I sit down with attorney Anna Catherine to talk about her journey into law, what law school is really like, and the reality of stepping into a career that so many people think they...

  9. Debt, Discipline, and the Reality of Building Wealth w/Patrick Rogers

    What does it really take to build wealth in your twenties? In this episode, I sit down with financial planner Patrick Rogers (SmartPro Financial) to talk about debt, discipline, risk, and the mindset shifts that make the biggest difference when it comes to money. Patrick shares his journey from...

  10. Ready is a Decision w/Kristen Wyatt

    What does it look like to pursue weight loss and health without falling into the all-or-nothing cycle? In this episode, I sit down with nutrition coach and mom of two Kristen Wyatt (Wyatt Wellness) to talk about simplifying weight loss, breaking the binge/restrict pattern, and shifting your…

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  11. From Degrees to Dreams w/ Maggie McDermott

    What happens when the path you’ve worked so hard for no longer feels like yours? In this episode, I sit down with Greenville photographer and studio owner Maggie McDermott to talk about leaving the “high-achiever” path, quitting her PhD program, navigating identity shifts in her twenties, and...

  12. Life After Sports w/Kaitlin Corkren

    What happens when the sport that shaped your identity ends? In this episode, I sit down with clinical mental health counselor and former college athlete Kaitlin Corkren to talk about athlete mental health, pressure, identity shifts, and navigating life beyond competition. In this episode, we…

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  13. Turning 26

    Year 4 of sitting down with you all to talk about another year of my life! Thank you all for being here! If you'd like to support this podcast, please subscribe, leave a rating, follow on Instagram, and share with a friend!

  14. Side Hustle to Career w/Jamie Bonfante

    What starts as a side hustle doesn’t always stay that way. In this episode of The Twenty Something Podcast, I sit down with Jamie, a full-time wedding content creator who took an unconventional path, trusted the leap before she felt ready, and built a career most people didn’t even know existed.…

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  15. Building Wealth in Your Twenties ft. Jonathan Healey

    In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan, a financial planner and lifelong entrepreneur, to talk about what building real wealth in your twenties actually looks like, without hype or TikTok shortcuts. In this episode, we cover: What building wealth really means in your twenties Why emergency…

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  16. Success Isn’t Instant: The Truth About Entrepreneurship in Your 20s ft. Britton Briley

    In this episode of The Twenty Something Podcast, I sit down with Britton Briley, founder and CEO of Ghost Brands, to talk about what it really takes to build a business from the ground up. In this episode, we cover: Building a marketing agency from the ground up at 25 The real sacrifices behind...

  17. Struggle Is Part Of The Deal ft. My Dad

    Dad is back on the pod, this time in person, for a more intentional, improved conversation. In this episode we talk: Money Career Health Starting Over Struggle If you relate, leave a comment, I'd love to connect! Thanks for tuning in! If you are interested in being a guest please fill out this...

  18. Welcome Back

    Welcome back to The Twenty Something Podcast. I'm so happy you're here. If you are interested in being a guest or you know someone who is, please fill out this form! See you next week! https://forms.gle/eB1Xw5w5rsxYX58KA

  19. It's Never Too Late w/Dr. Alex

    Big thank you to Dr. Alex for coming on today! Be sure to check her out @metaspine_chiropractic And, as always, thank you for being here! Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! Go to betterhelp.com/gracep for 10% off your first month or use code gracep10 at checkout!

  20. More Than Cash w/Julia Cancro

    If you are interested in reading More Than Cash or following along with Julia you can find her on Instagram @jcancro or her website juliacancro.com And, as always, thank you for being here :) Thank you to better help for sponsoring this podcast. Go to betterhelp.com/gracep for 10% off your first...

  21. Further Faster Harder w/Alex Winebarger

    If you'd like to preview the trailer to the documentary you can view it on the YouTube video of this episode! If you'd like to support FFH check out their website below! https://furtherfasterharder.org

  22. Adapt and Learn w/Karly Stokes

    Thank you so much to Karly for coming on to collab and share her story! Be sure to check out her podcast Koko's World! And, as always, thank you for being here :)

  23. Do Everything In Love w/Edith Morrison

    Big thank you to Edith for sharing her story on this Epsiode! Please go support her and her business @rakbyedithb and @wluvedith on instagram and https://www.rakwluv.com And, as always, thank you for being here :)

  24. Get After It w/Anna Gentile

    Be sure to follow Anna @annagentile_sn And, as always, thank you for being here

  25. Time Capsule w/Sarah Swetlik

    A bit of a switch up today, I hope you enjoy it! And, as always, thank you for being here.

  26. Build Your Village w/Sara Barco

    If you are interested in connecting with Sara be sure to check out her website www.trueselfbrm.com . And, as always, thank you for being here

  27. Set Your Pride Aside w/Justin Rogers

    Be sure to follow Justin @justin_rogers_official on instagram and tune into his podcast The Kingdom Transformation Nation on ITunes and Iheartradio And, as always, thank you for being here.

  28. The Right Room w/Jamie Lynch

    Big thank you to Jamie for coming on today to share her story! Be sure to follow her on all socials @simplyy.jamieee And, as always, thank you for being here.

  29. The In Between w/Elizabeth Cheney

    Thank you so much to Elizabeth for coming on today to share her insight on the twenties! Be sure to check out her podcast The In-Between Podcast, @in.betweenpod on Instagram and follow her @elizabethcheney_ And, as always, thank you for being here

  30. Turning 25

    Thank you for being here <3 Thank you to Better Help for sponsoring this podcast! Go to betterhelp.com/gracep for 10% off your first month or use code gracep10 at checkout

  31. Consistency and Commitment w/Steve Henneberry

    A huge thank you to Steve for sharing his story on today’s episode! You can follow him on instagram @bighhomes and if you are in the Los Angeles California area looking to buy, sell, or invest in real estate, be sure to contact him! And, as always, thank you for being here

  32. Be Good, Be Ready w/Austin Pack

    A big thank you to Austin for coming on today’s episode and sharing his story! Be sure to follow him @allprimept on Instagram, you can find his website and location there as well! And, as always, thank you for being here

  33. Always Be Learning w/Jakob Davis

    thank you to Jakob for sharing his story! Be sure to check him and The Nutrition Store out @thenutritionstorellc and at www.thenutritionstores.com And, as always, thank you for being here :)

  34. Anchored w/Josh White

    Be sure to follow Josh on instagram @imjoshuawhite and @anchoredproductionsllc And, as always, thank you for being here :)

  35. Curiosity Over Judgement w/Ellin Gurvitch

    Be sure to follow Ellin @mentallyfitwithellin on Instagram and check out her website mentallyfitwithellin.com And, as always, thank you for being here.

  36. Purpose Is Everything w/John Fournier

    Big thank you for John for coming on to share part of his story today! And, as always, thank you for being here.

  37. A Little Bit of Everything w/Morgan Zanotti

    A big thank you to Morgan for coming on to share her story with us, along with some insights into the health industry and what it’s like building a business! Be sure to follow Primal Kitchen on Instagram and support them by choosing primal kitchen when out shopping for condiments! And, as always,...

  38. Be All In w/David Olit

    Be sure to support Supreme Nutrition by following them on Instagram @supremenutritiongreenville ! Big thank you to David for sharing his story on this episode! If y’all are in the area I highly recommend checking out Supreme! And, as always, thank you for being here :)

  39. Made For More w/Reagan Davis

    Make sure to follow Reagan on Instagram @reaganndavis1 and check out her podcast, Made for More!! And, as always, thank you for being here :)

  40. Choose Your Hard w/Liz Hochstetler

    Be sure to follow Liz on Instagram @liz_hochsteter and check out her podcast, When Mamas Rise up! . Also a big thank you to Better Help for being a partner of The Twenty Something Podcast! You can go to betterhelp.com/gracep for 10% your first month!

  41. Join a Run Club!! Ft. Ashley Pearson

    Thank you so so much to Run Club GVL’s founder, Ashley Pearson for coming on today to share her twenties journey! Be sure to check out Run Club Greenville on instagram @runclub_gville and Ashley @ashley.mpearson And if you are in the Greenville area, come check out Run Club, Monday nights at…

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  42. Unchained w/Jenna Guerrettaz

    Be sure to follow Jenna on Instagram @jennagtaz_fit And check out her podcast - When Mamas Rise Up

  43. The Process of Becoming w/Josh Stively

    Be sure to check out Josh’s podcast The Process of Becoming and follow him on socials @joshstively As always, thank you for being here <3 Book/pod recs: When Mama’s Rise Up Podcast The Ed Mylett Show The Power of Intention The Power of One more Can’t Hurt Me The Law of Attraction Go to...

  44. Finding Fulfillment w/Camille Cook

    Thank you for being here:) Be sure to follow Camille on Instagram @unfulfilled_podcast and tune into her podcast, (Un)Fulfilled with Camille Cook on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

  45. Careers, Dating Apps, & Post Grad Friendships w/Kat Vlach

    Please welcome my good friend Kat to the pod!! We hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, thank you for being here <3 Go to https://betterhelp.com/gracep for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored

  46. Welcome to Your Twenties

    Thanks for being here:)

  47. The Power of Pivoting w/Joshua Dairen

    Big shoutout to Josh for letting me come to my first in person interview with him in Alabama! Be sure to follow him on social media @joshuadairen Go to https://betterhelp.com/gracep for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help...

  48. This Part of Growing Up

    Thanks for being here :)

  49. Leaving Home w/Haven King

    Be sure to follow Haven on Instagram and TikTok @havenkingg and check out her book on Amazon The Things We Leave Unsaid

  50. Dating in Your 20’s w/Dani Weiss

    Be sure to check out Dani on Instagram @danielleweisstherapy and her website danielleweisstherapy.com Go to https://betterhelp.com/gracep for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help #sponsored

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Random, raw, real, and everything in between. That is the best way I can describe being in your 20's.Hi! I'm Grace, a 25 year old just trying to find my way in life.Let's do this together!

HOSTED BY

Grace Pokela

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Random, raw, real, and everything in between. That is the best way I can describe being in your 20's.Hi! I'm Grace, a 25 year old just trying to find my way in life.Let's do this together!

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The Twenty Something Podcast is created and hosted by Grace Pokela.
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