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This is Adulting? By Elisa Starr

This is Adulting? By Elisa Starr

By Elisa

A podcast about the challenges of young adulthood. This ranges from family, friendships, dating, eating, and finances.
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"I told the county their entire website looked like garbage."

This is Adulting? By Elisa StarrJul 25, 2022

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"I told the county their entire website looked like garbage."

"I told the county their entire website looked like garbage."

In this finale episode, I sit back down with my friend, Luke. This is "work Luke" and not "college Luke." In his episode of return, we sat down and talked about our past employment history, the oddest things we've said in an interview before, if there really needs to be so many pizza places near our hometowns, what millennials vs. Gen Z values in the workplace, and so much more! *Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and beliefs expressed by the podcast guests of the show do not necessarily reflect the views,opinions, and beliefs of the podcast host of the show.
Jul 25, 202201:22:49
How Did I Not Step in ANY of That?!

How Did I Not Step in ANY of That?!

In this episode, I sit down with my mom again to ask her about her funniest dating stories and experiences she has, as well as some of my own in the mix. Some of these included men my mom dated in the past before my dad, some dates she went on with my dad, and advice she has for people out there dating today. For myself, these experiences included a bumble date I went on with one guy and things that happened even before the date even got to happen with another. We also come to find out some shocking dating statistics among men versus women when it comes to online dating and dating in general. 


*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and beliefs expressed by the podcast guests of the show do not necessarily reflect the views,opinions, and beliefs of the podcast host of the show.

Jul 04, 202247:53
It's Electric!

It's Electric!

In this episode, in the spirit of recently purchasing an electric bike, I decided to look at alternative modes of transportation that could save the average 20+ year old money over time! This mainly involved talking about the latest electric and hybrid vehicles, especially frequently asked questions about electric cars. I also ended up talking about my two favorite electric cars I've found on the market that are my "dream vehicle" and my "more realistic" vehicle I could afford to buy right now. Do you think you would ever consider getting a hybrid or an electric vehicle?
Apr 17, 202201:04:12
"No Ragrets"

"No Ragrets"

(The title is a movie reference.) In this episode, I discuss what the top 3 themes of happiness were among people found in a study by Harvard. Then, I show how this connects with people's common regrets they have about their 20s and 30s. What are some regrets you have in your life?
Mar 02, 202235:44
"Am I Going Too Slow at This Life Thing?

"Am I Going Too Slow at This Life Thing?

In this episode, I look over an American Study on how people often define their own success. This could be in terms of wealth, career, family, property values, or relationships with other people. I also describe how I would answer the questions to this study, if I would've been a participant of this study when it happened. Throughout the episode, I emphasize that you can ultimately only define your own success and not someone else. How do you define your own success? If you would like to let the podcast know, comment on the instagram post for this podcast episode @thisisadultingpod!
Jan 18, 202240:30
The Japanese Food Guide Spinning Top

The Japanese Food Guide Spinning Top

In this episode, I sit down with my mom again about plant-based eating. We ended up talking about why we think the number of vegetarians/vegans are increasing across the world, the similarities and differences of the American diet versus the Japanese diet, which vegetarian proteins are better than others, and key points to keep in mind when eating a plant-based diet (how to eat one healthily vs. unhealthily). 


*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and beliefs expressed by the podcast guests of the show do not necessarily reflect the views,opinions, and beliefs of the podcast host of the show.

Dec 28, 202153:40
"Okay, I found this on the web for 'there's a demon."'

"Okay, I found this on the web for 'there's a demon."'

In this episode, I sit down with Luke, from high school, who I recently reconnected with. We focus on the topic of friendships. While some of the topics were questionable, such as serial killers and demons, we managed to keep the other topics actually related to friendships. Some of the other topics we discussed include friendship statistics of the millennial generation, social media, maintaining friendships after college, and our favorite TV shows. 


*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and beliefs expressed by the podcast guests of the show do not necessarily reflect the views,opinions, and beliefs of the podcast host of the show.

Nov 22, 202101:02:58
But Facebook Tells Me Stuff I Did 7 Years Ago

But Facebook Tells Me Stuff I Did 7 Years Ago

Happy Halloween! 🎃 In this episode, I discuss the common differences and similarities that are often said about millennials vs. gen z. This time I have a question for my listeners: how do you particularly define a person that is a millennial vs. a person that is from generation z? Do you use the literal years definition or do you base it off of something different in your opinion? Let me know on instagram!
Oct 31, 202138:55
He ate monkey brains?

He ate monkey brains?

In this episode, I sit down with my mom, who is an expert on food and nutrition. We discuss all things food. This includes the nutrition of food, the difficulties most millennials have with food, and funny stories my mom has had growing up making food or while teaching nutrition today. 


*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and beliefs expressed by the podcast guests of the show do not necessarily reflect the views,opinions, and beliefs of the podcast host of the show.





My mother and I dedicate this episode in loving memory of my grandfather/her father, who has recently passed. 

Oct 03, 202101:00:02
Contribute to the Conversation

Contribute to the Conversation

In this episode, I explain my past and current experiences of dating. This starts out with dates I went on during my freshman year of college and ends with the most recent guys I've talked to through texting of some kind.

Sep 13, 202133:22
Heyyyyy with a couple of "y's"

Heyyyyy with a couple of "y's"

In this episode, I sit down with my other best friend from college, Kyle. Along the way, we discuss different dating apps, his own love story with his current girlfriend, and advice he wish he could've given to his younger self. 




*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and beliefs expressed by the podcast guests of the show do not necessarily reflect the views,opinions, and beliefs of the podcast host of the show.

Aug 29, 202157:48
Bottom Line: Do What you Love (Q&A Session)

Bottom Line: Do What you Love (Q&A Session)

In this episode, I answer listeners' questions. This ranges from how to determine your career, ways to manage stress, how to balance different parts of life, and advice for people just entering college.

Edit: I went to chem classes in the summers of 2016 and 2017. When I recorded this, I was thinking of a dual-roll enrollment I took at the same college campus.
Aug 09, 202148:07
Nachos for Breakfast, Side Hustles, and Other Money Things...

Nachos for Breakfast, Side Hustles, and Other Money Things...

In this episode, I sit down and talk to my best friend, Luke, from college. We talk about finances, employment, and other random thoughts that come to our minds. 





*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and beliefs expressed by the podcast guests of the show do not necessarily reflect the views,opinions, and beliefs of the podcast host of the show.

Jul 24, 202101:20:24
Let me introduce myself...

Let me introduce myself...

Here's the first episode of this podcast! I hope you enjoy it. I look forward to posting more episodes in the future!
Jul 10, 202126:24
This is Adulting? - The Trailer

This is Adulting? - The Trailer

New episode coming on July 10th! For more content, check out @thisisadultingpod on instagram! 

Jul 04, 202101:26