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The Up & Up

by Lizzie Klein and Annie Cassutt

A podcast that's a little all over the place, from chatting about the everyday to pursuing the remarkable. We're just two post-grad girls from the midwest and we might not have all the answers, but hey we're on the up and up.

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Episodes

  1. YOUR Travel Recommendations

    All aboard the Up & Up Express! We don't know about you guys but we have been craving a good trip lately. In this episode, we live vicariously through all of YOUR favorite destinations. You all shared your favorite places you have ever been, places you want to travel to, and how you prefer to...

  2. Post-Grad Friendships

    Hey ya'll! In this episode, we tackle all things friendships in the post-grad world! From long-distance friendships, initiating new relationships, and becoming friends with yourself, listen in as we chat about our experiences and give our advice on making and keeping friends! Happy listening!!...

  3. The Battle of the Generations & Four Day Work Weeks

    Skinny jeans, side parts, and TikTok songs...oh my! What do these things have in common? They are all part of the online debate that has taken over social media, and that is the question: who does it better, Gen Z or Millenials? Well, in short, both! In this episode, we talk about the difference...

  4. Spilling The Tea on 2021 So Far

    What's up guys! This week's episode is all the 2021 pop culture drama. If you are on social media at all, you have probably heard about some of these topics. We talk the Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde drama to another Oliva-related love triangle...*cue Driver's License.* We also chat about the…

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  5. Opening The Yearbook & Advice To Our Younger Selves

    Hey everyone! Get out your Ugg boots and put on your flower crown because in today's episode we are taking a trip back to 2014 to talk all things HIGH SCHOOL! In this episode, we reflect back on our high school days which we cherish, and look back fondly on (which may be rare). We talk about…

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  6. Do Women Have Hobbies & Having Beef With Zayn Malik

    Who run’s the world? WOMEN! While Beyonce really might be onto something there, we still see some major double standards between men and women in our country today. After feeling slightly heated by a TikTok mentioning that women don’t have hobbies (I’m sorry ??????) we decided to make an episode...

  7. First Kiss Stories & Valentine's Day

    Love is in the air on this week’s Valentine’s Day episode of the Up & Up! Whether you love or hate Valentine’s Day, we think this episode will be fun for you. We play a spicy round of “Kiss, Marry, Cruise” featuring some of our favorite celebrities (how many times will we talk about Harry Styles...

  8. Playing We're Not Really Strangers!

    Hey everyone! This week's episode was so much fun to film (besides a few technical difficulties, that is). As you can see by the title we played the game that was sweeping TikTok recently called "We're Not Really Strangers." This game is made the brand of the same name and the goal is to play it...

  9. Meeting Our Favorite Celebrities & Pursuing Our Dreams

    Hey guys! In this week's episode, we dive into some of our hopes and aspirations for the future and how to navigate the emotional roller coaster that is trying to live your dreams. We open up about wanting to pursue a job within the entertainment world and how we want to cross paths with famous...

  10. FIRST YOUTUBE VIDEO & Current TV Obsessions

    Hey guys! Exciting week here at the Up & Up. As you will hear, we started a YouTube channel! Though we have plenty of room to grow, we are pumped about this new addition to the Up & Up and we hope you are too. In this week's episode, we talk all about our recent TV obsessions: Real Housewives…

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  11. Having Confidence & Embracing 2021

    Hey ya'll! Happy 2021 and welcome back to another episode of The Up & Up podcast! In this episode, we chat about our feelings going into the new year and reveal our resolutions, goals, and word of the year! Listen in to hear all about our plans of channeling confidence and embracing the future as...

  12. Trends & Takeaways Of 2020

    It's our last episode of 2020 (Thank goodness)! What a year it has been. I think we can speak for everyone when we say this year hasn't been what any of us expected, but even in the midst of chaos and change, there are still things to be thankful for. Listen in as we chat about our favorite…

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  13. Finding True Peace & Being An Enneagram Nine ft. Joelle Ulrich

    Hey ya'll we are back with another enneagram episode! This time we are chatting all about the sweethearts of the enneagram, the NINES! Nines are known as the Peacemakers and struggle with downplaying their own feelings to avoid conflict at all costs. They are accepting, trusting, and stable…

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  14. Body Image & Beauty Standards

    Welcome back! In this episode of The Up & Up we chat all about body image and beauty standards in the media. So often the media we are taking in spreads a message of perfection and puts unattainable ideals in our minds making us feel insecure and out of place. Sometimes all we need is a little...

  15. Horror Movies & Halloween

    Welcome back to The Up & Up Podcast and Happy Halloween! We hope you enjoy this ~spooky~ episode where we talk about our favorite scary movies, biggest fears, and most special Halloween traditions! Happy listening! Follow us on Instagram @upanduppodcast

  16. Finding Security & Being An Enneagram Six ft. Jenna Lindhart

    Hey all! We are back with another enneagram episode, this time all about the enneagram six! Listen in as our roommate and BFF, Jenna Lindhart, talks about worst-case scenarios, having a complicated relationship with authority, being oh so protective and loyal (we love this about her), and overall...

  17. Embracing The Untraditional & Finding Your Passion ft. Maegan Bird

    Welcome back! In this episode of The Up & Up, we interview our sweet friend, Maegan Bird! Maegan is the founder of Made New Creations, an art and home decor business, and Hunnybee Photography. Listen in as Maegan drops some serious wisdom about trusting your gut, giving yourself grace, and...

  18. Finding Acceptance & Being An Enneagram Two ft. Hallie Spore

    On this episode of The Up & Up, we bring in a special guest, our former roommate, Hallie Spore! Hallie is generous, kind, eats popcorn with a spoon, and is an enneagram 2! Listen in as we chat about the challenges and joys of being a 2 and celebrate the most helpful number on the enneagram! Happy...

  19. Screen Addictions & The Social Dilemma

    Hey all!! Thanks for joining us for another episode of The Up & Up! In this episode, we chat about the new Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma, and discuss the future of social media and AI technology. Watching this documentary was SO eye-opening and a great reminder to get off of our phones...

  20. Finding Your Identity & Being An Enneagram Four

    On this episode of The Up & Up, we start a new series digging deep into all the different enneagram types! This week we start with enneagram fours and chat about what it's like being the individualist. Listen in as we talk about identity, comparison, and all the best and worst parts of being an...

  21. Scary Bats & San Francisco

    In this episode of The Up & Up, we share some fun storytimes from this past month, including finding a bat in our house and taking a road trip to San Francisco! Happy listening! Follow us on Instagram @upanduppodcast

  22. Freshmen Year Laughs & Lessons ft. Jenna Lindhart and Joelle Ulrich

    Hey ya'll! We're back! On this episode of The Up & Up we have some special guests.... our roommates and besties, Jenna and Joelle! Join us as we chat all about freshmen year including some embarrassing stories and our biggest advice! For more content and to be updated on when we post next, follow...

  23. Summer Plans & Hippie Cults

    WE'RE BACK! Wow, these past two months have been such a whirlwind with the Coronavirus, finishing our junior year, changing our summer plans, and overall just feeling a little all over the place. We are SO excited to be back with another episode though and catch you guys up with what we've been…

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  24. Post-Grad Plans & The Coronavirus

    In this episode of The Up & Up, we talk about the current Coronavirus situation and how it seems to have escalated so quickly (This episode was recorded before our school canceled in-person classes until April, LIKE WHAT). We also chat about our goals for after we graduate and where we see...

  25. Being Insecure & Seasons of Growth

    On this episode of The Up & Up, we open up about our recent struggles with confidence and being insecure. We hope this helps anyone listening know that they aren't alone in struggling with self-confidence and that sometimes the hardest seasons have the sweetest outcomes. Happy Listening!

  26. Holy Ambitions & The Salt Conference

    On this week of The Up & Up, we open up a little more about our faith and talk about this past weekend's Salt Conference in Des Moines! Listen in as we chat about faith in the context of technology, missions, and our everyday lives. Happy Listening!

  27. Sweet Corn & Country Roads

    This week on The Up & Up we talk about all things Iowa (not to be confused with Idaho)! Listen in as we chat about our favorite things about our home state and debunk some stereotypes about Iowans. Happy listening!

  28. Dream Dates & Soul Mates

    Love is in the air this week on The Up & Up as we chat about Valentine's Day and all things romance. Listen in as we ponder our perfect Valentines Day date and attempt to describe each other's ideal "soul mate." Whether you're spending your day with your partner or your pals, we wish the happiest...

  29. Polarization & Bridging The Divide

    In this episode of The Up & Up, we discuss the polarization of social media. With events such as Shakira and J-Lo's halftime show to the Iowa Caucus, Twitter and Facebook have been flooded with millions of hateful comments and accusations. Listen in as we navigate the balance between speaking…

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  30. Comparison & Social Media

    In this episode of The Up & Up, we chat about all things social media. Social media is everywhere these days and is rapidly growing as new platforms and influencers emerge. While the accounts we follow can be inspiring and fun, they can also create feelings of comparison and longing for what we...

  31. Cheerleading & Unpopular Opinions

    In this episode of The Up & Up, we talk about the new cheer docuseries on Netflix and how we wish we had something we were talented at. Then we read unpopular opinions sent in by our listeners and give our thoughts on these hot takes. Happy listening!

  32. Simplicity & Standing In Awe

    Happy Spring semester! In this episode of The Up & Up, we talk about starting yoga, watching The Bachelor, and our resolutions for 2020. Tune in for some inspiration for the new year with some laughs along the way. Happy listening!

  33. Long Drives & High Fives

    In this episode of The Up & Up, we talk about the trips we took over Christmas Break and how dang cool traveling is. Also, we look ahead to 2020 and share our outlook on this new year! Happy listening!

  34. Tik Tok & Texas

    In this episode of The Up & Up we look back on the highs and lows of 2019 and reflect on the end of a decade! Join us as we talk about our favorite trends, trips, and takeaways from the year. Happy listening!

  35. Wheel of Fortune & Harry Styles

    It's our last episode of the decade! We hope you enjoy this episode where we chat about finals week, watching Wheel of Fortune, and Harry Styles' new album, Fine Line. Happy listening!

  36. New Habits & The Enneagram

    In episode 2 we discuss buying new books, spending our time more wisely, and the Enneagram test! Happy listening!

  37. Allow Us To Introduce Ourselves

    In episode 1 we share all the details about who we are and why we made this podcast, along with chatting about FBI agents, burnout, and high expectations. Happy listening!

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A podcast that's a little all over the place, from chatting about the everyday to pursuing the remarkable. We're just two post-grad girls from the midwest and we might not have all the answers, but hey we're on the up and up.

HOSTED BY

Lizzie Klein and Annie Cassutt

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A podcast that's a little all over the place, from chatting about the everyday to pursuing the remarkable. We're just two post-grad girls from the midwest and we might not have all the answers, but hey we're on the up and up.

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