This is Twentysomething
By Allison Carpenter and Val Byrnes
Welcome to This Is twentysomething! The podcast that gets real about your twenties!
This is TwentysomethingApr 19, 2021
00:00
01:07:29
This is an Amanda Bynes Deep Dive pt. 1
This week we are doing a celebrity deep dive! And since there's some exciting news breaking from Amanda Bynes in the last couple of weeks, we decided to talk about her journey to where she is now!
We hope you enjoy! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for occasional episode teasers, and announcements about new episodes!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
Mar 07, 202201:04:45
This is Oldest Sibling Stuff
As an older sibling, Allison and her brothers have certain dynamics that she wondered if other siblings shared. Allison looks into some reporting on recent sibling research and discusses her own personal experience with special guest Mackenzie Banks!
Enjoy!
Allison Carpenter
Val Byrnes
@ThisIsTwentyPod
Feb 27, 202233:24
This is Advice to our Younger Selves
Hello, twentysomethings! Welcome to episode 3 of season 2! This week, we dive a little deeper than our normal light banter. We do a little bit of healing for our younger selves in this episode and we read your responses from Instagram of what YOU would tell your younger self.
We hope you enjoy!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Feb 09, 202259:29
This is the "That Girl" Trend
Hey, Twentysomethings! We're back for episode 2 of Season 2! This week Val is telling Allison about a TikTok trend that is getting under her skin. Let's rant together, and maybe take a little permission away from this episode to be more authentically ourselves.
We hope you enjoy!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
Instagram: @ThisIsTwentyPod
TikTok: @ThisIsTwentyPod
Jan 31, 202243:42
This is Season 2
Surprise! We're back! Val and Allison fill you in on what's been going on in their lives, the circumstances that contributed to the podcast being MIA for a few months, and the plans that are being made for 2022! We're happy to be back with our twentysomething's, and we hope you feel the same!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
Jan 23, 202201:04:15
This is a "He's All That" Watch Party
Welcome to episode 30! While Val and I get our sh*t together and work on a fun facelift for the podcast, enjoy these next couple of watch party episodes as we go through Netflix's remake of "She's All That" the 2021 production of "He's All That"
If you'd like to watch along with us, head to our YouTube for the video version!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
@ThisIsTwentyPod on Instagram to connect with us!
Sep 13, 202101:02:47
This is Unexpected Grieving
This episode, Val discusses something heavy she’s been going through recently!
Aug 27, 202124:59
This is a Reflection on One Year of Parenting
Welcome to episode 28! This week Allison is recording solo and discussing what she's taken away from her first year as a parent! This episode comes out 3 days before her daughter turns one, and wow, the emotions.
We hope you enjoy!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
PS- we hope to see you over on our Instagram @ThisIsTwentyPod and we'd also really appreciate it if you'd leave a review telling us if you liked this episode! If you're finding this podcast for the first time and this is the first episode you're hearing, include the words "BABY SHOES" in your review so we know which episode you started with ;)
We hope you enjoy!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
PS- we hope to see you over on our Instagram @ThisIsTwentyPod and we'd also really appreciate it if you'd leave a review telling us if you liked this episode! If you're finding this podcast for the first time and this is the first episode you're hearing, include the words "BABY SHOES" in your review so we know which episode you started with ;)
Aug 15, 202119:11
This is Toxic Positivity
Welcome to episode 27! We chat all about how we view toxic positivity, and the roles its played in our lives!
We hope you enjoy!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Follow us on Instagram @ThisIsTwentyPod
We hope you enjoy!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Follow us on Instagram @ThisIsTwentyPod
Aug 09, 202137:48
This is Self Love
Welcome two episode 26! This is the August listener episode and the topic was chosen by Tati Leon! She is one of our honorary twentysomethings and we can’t wait to discuss this topic! Topic in Tati’s words: “Self love / your journey and how you show up for yourself! 🤗” We hope you enjoy!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Aug 02, 202153:41
This is Finance Triggers
Welcome to episode 25! Today, we're talking about getting your finances in order! We know it isn't the most FUN topic, but we're following up on last week's theme of EXTREME adulting, and doubling down! We love you all, and we hop you enjoy this episode!
XOXO, Val + Allison
XOXO, Val + Allison
Jul 26, 202148:02
This is Normalizing Renting
Welcome to episode 24! This week, we want to normalize renting a bit! We’ve both felt pressure to be homeowners someday, and we’re here to let you know that if that goal is unattainable or unattractive to you, you’re not alone! We hope you enjoy!! XOXO, Allison and Val
Jul 20, 202148:12
This is #FreeBritney
We talk the basics of #FreeBritney and we let you in on what you need to know before the hearing tomorrow, July 14th!
Allison has been doing a lot of research, so check out her Brit 1 and Brit 2 highlights on Instagram for more information and in depth dives on the topic!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Allison has been doing a lot of research, so check out her Brit 1 and Brit 2 highlights on Instagram for more information and in depth dives on the topic!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Jul 14, 202101:10:35
This is Shopping Small
Welcome to episode 22! This week is July's listener episode, and we are so excited to share!
Let us know what you think over on @ThisIsTwentyPod on Instagram!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
Let us know what you think over on @ThisIsTwentyPod on Instagram!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
Jul 06, 202127:51
This Is Fuckboys
This is a re-release from the vaults! Enjoy!!
Jun 27, 202128:33
This is Easy Exercise
Welcome to episode 21! We are talking about easy (and fun) ways to find exercise throughout your day without stressing out about it or even making any extra time for it! We hope you enjoy!
Jun 21, 202130:40
This is Pansexuality
Happy pride month!
Allison walks us through her journey with her sexuality going from shame, to self realization, to pride!
Let us know what you think over on Instagram @ThisIsTwentyPod
XOXO,
Allison + Val
Allison walks us through her journey with her sexuality going from shame, to self realization, to pride!
Let us know what you think over on Instagram @ThisIsTwentyPod
XOXO,
Allison + Val
Jun 14, 202101:13:23
This is Professional Writing
Welcome to our June listener suggestion episode where we talk some tips for professional writing, and of course go on some tangents, too!! Find us on Instagram @ThisIsTwentyPod for more!! XOXO, Allison + Val
Jun 07, 202151:54
This Is The Sorry Reflex
Hi, everyone! We are re-releasing an episode from the vaults this week, because we have to check on some of the legality of the ongoing case we are discussing in the episode we recorded this week! We’ll be back with a new one next week, but enjoy this re-release for now! XOXO, Allison + Val Written 09/18/2018: “Welcome to Episode 8 of This Is twentysomething.
This is the podcast that gives information and advice on how to survive anything your twenties throw at you by someone in the thick of 'em.
This week we have a brand new guest and a total boss-lady helping us tackle this big idea of "sorry". There's a big problem with the way our culture uses the word sorry, and Samantha Heuwagen is going to give us some solutions.”
This is the podcast that gives information and advice on how to survive anything your twenties throw at you by someone in the thick of 'em.
This week we have a brand new guest and a total boss-lady helping us tackle this big idea of "sorry". There's a big problem with the way our culture uses the word sorry, and Samantha Heuwagen is going to give us some solutions.”
May 30, 202118:10
This is a Ménage à Trois Episode
Welcome to episode 18! The title is clickbait because of a joke that references ménage à trois, but you should listen anyway! In this episode Val gives an update on her life, talks relationships with social media, and gives some basic Instagram growing tips!
May 24, 202130:06
This is Post-COVID Summer
The CDC has announced that it is safe for most vaccinated adults to be out without masks on... we are talking about the good, the bad, and the super exciting aspects we foresee for OUR Post-COVID Summers! We made it, y'all.
Join our conversation on @ThisIsTwentyPod and don't forget to rate, review, and make sure you're subscribed!
We love you all!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Join our conversation on @ThisIsTwentyPod and don't forget to rate, review, and make sure you're subscribed!
We love you all!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
May 17, 202138:29
This is Adulting We Hate
This isn’t EVERYTHING we hate about adulting... but it is a lot of it!
May 10, 202140:51
This is Quarantine Relationships
Welcome to Episode 15 where we tackle our second LISTENER SUGGESTION TOPIC!
Our Week 3 #HonoraryTwentysomething Stephanie Browne (@stephrbrowne on Instagram) sent this in to us:
"Maintaining spark in relationships, especially during quarantine. Challenges you and your partner have endured during quarantine."
And we discuss allll of that in this episode!
Enjoy and as always, let us know what you think over on @ThisIsTwentyPod on Instagram!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
Our Week 3 #HonoraryTwentysomething Stephanie Browne (@stephrbrowne on Instagram) sent this in to us:
"Maintaining spark in relationships, especially during quarantine. Challenges you and your partner have endured during quarantine."
And we discuss allll of that in this episode!
Enjoy and as always, let us know what you think over on @ThisIsTwentyPod on Instagram!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
May 02, 202143:57
This is Pet Peeves
Hello and welcome to Episode 14! This week Val and Allison are telling you their pet peeves!
Maybe you have a shorter list or a longer list. Maybe things only bother you at work or only bother you at home, but no matter what, everyone can understand "pet peeves" on some level. And we are here to chat about 'em!
We love you, twentysomethings!
As always, follow us on Insta: @ThisIsTwentyPod and come join the fun! We are super active on that account throughout the week and between episodes, and we'd love to have you over there!
Wherever you're listening to this, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe if that is an option! If you do not see the option on your platform, find the nearest iPhone user and have them leave a review in Apple Podcasts for you! Even if you've written a review before, any new reviews really do help new people find us! It truly is the best way to spread the word and to help make this a career for us here at This is twentysomething!
xoxo,
allison + val
Maybe you have a shorter list or a longer list. Maybe things only bother you at work or only bother you at home, but no matter what, everyone can understand "pet peeves" on some level. And we are here to chat about 'em!
We love you, twentysomethings!
As always, follow us on Insta: @ThisIsTwentyPod and come join the fun! We are super active on that account throughout the week and between episodes, and we'd love to have you over there!
Wherever you're listening to this, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe if that is an option! If you do not see the option on your platform, find the nearest iPhone user and have them leave a review in Apple Podcasts for you! Even if you've written a review before, any new reviews really do help new people find us! It truly is the best way to spread the word and to help make this a career for us here at This is twentysomething!
xoxo,
allison + val
Apr 26, 202148:58
This is the Stalker Story
Thanks for being patient (as I upload at midnight). Moving has been crazy, and I JUST got my desk set up!
Anyway... we had a weird run in. And we want to talk about it.
TW: harassment, cyber stalking
Head over to @ThisIsTwentyPod on Instagram after listening and let us know what you think about the episode!
XOXO-
Val + Allison
Anyway... we had a weird run in. And we want to talk about it.
TW: harassment, cyber stalking
Head over to @ThisIsTwentyPod on Instagram after listening and let us know what you think about the episode!
XOXO-
Val + Allison
Apr 19, 202101:07:29
This is Spring Cleaning
Hello and welcome to Episode 12! This week Val and Allison discuss SPRING CLEANING!
... but probably not in the way you may think! The gals are working on cleaning up different areas of their lives and they're filling you in on where they're at! Maybe this episode will encourage you to get honest with a bestie, or yourself, or us about some soul spring cleaning you may need to do!
We love you, twentysomethings!
As always, follow us on Insta: @ThisIsTwentyPod and come join the fun! We are super active on that account throughout the week and between episodes, and we'd love to have you over there!
Wherever you're listening to this, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Especially in Apple Podcasts! Even if you've written a review before, any new reviews really do help new people find us! It truly is the best way to spread the word and to help make this a career for us here at This is twentysomething!
xoxo,
allison + val
... but probably not in the way you may think! The gals are working on cleaning up different areas of their lives and they're filling you in on where they're at! Maybe this episode will encourage you to get honest with a bestie, or yourself, or us about some soul spring cleaning you may need to do!
We love you, twentysomethings!
As always, follow us on Insta: @ThisIsTwentyPod and come join the fun! We are super active on that account throughout the week and between episodes, and we'd love to have you over there!
Wherever you're listening to this, don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Especially in Apple Podcasts! Even if you've written a review before, any new reviews really do help new people find us! It truly is the best way to spread the word and to help make this a career for us here at This is twentysomething!
xoxo,
allison + val
Apr 11, 202154:17
This is Friendships Part 1
We have a bunccchhhh of different episode topic ideas and suggestions about friendships, so every time we tackle it, we will be adding a new "part"! Welcome to Part 1 where we tackle our first ever LISTENER SUGGESTION TOPIC!
Our Week 4 #HonoraryTwentysomething Karli Rawlins (@karlirawlins on Instagram) sent this in to us:
"How to navigate friendships as a twenty something. It can be hard to make new friends as an adult, new mom, etc. also how do you know when it’s time to let a friendship go? Or how to keep friendships you cherish when you can’t be physically together?"
And we discuss it in this episode!
Enjoy and as always, let us know what you think over on @ThisIsTwentyPod on Instagram!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Our Week 4 #HonoraryTwentysomething Karli Rawlins (@karlirawlins on Instagram) sent this in to us:
"How to navigate friendships as a twenty something. It can be hard to make new friends as an adult, new mom, etc. also how do you know when it’s time to let a friendship go? Or how to keep friendships you cherish when you can’t be physically together?"
And we discuss it in this episode!
Enjoy and as always, let us know what you think over on @ThisIsTwentyPod on Instagram!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Apr 04, 202139:57
This Was Our Wedding
THIS IS AN EPISODE PULLED FROM THE VAULTS! we hope you enjoy!! XOXO, Val + Allison! From Oct 2019: “Welcome to Episode 23 of This Is twentysomething!
This week is a very special one! My husband, Jason, is on with me to talk about our wedding! Listen to us drink two bottles of wine while we discuss the logistics, sentimentals, and favorite pieces of advice from our wedding! If you stick around until the end, you’ll even get to hear me shed a couple tears! Hope you enjoy this longer episode brought to you by the love for my hubby and a good old wine spritzer.
As always, you can keep up with us @ThisIsTwentyPod on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram or email us at ThisIsTwentyPod@gmail.com
Enjoy!”
This week is a very special one! My husband, Jason, is on with me to talk about our wedding! Listen to us drink two bottles of wine while we discuss the logistics, sentimentals, and favorite pieces of advice from our wedding! If you stick around until the end, you’ll even get to hear me shed a couple tears! Hope you enjoy this longer episode brought to you by the love for my hubby and a good old wine spritzer.
As always, you can keep up with us @ThisIsTwentyPod on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram or email us at ThisIsTwentyPod@gmail.com
Enjoy!”
Mar 27, 202102:17:28
This is Our First Q&A
Go watch our video version! There are some behind the scenes clips that you don't see or hear on the episode!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ia0VL_ByJig
Enjoy episode 10! We hope all your questions were answered!
Much love!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ia0VL_ByJig
Enjoy episode 10! We hope all your questions were answered!
Much love!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Mar 20, 202101:10:48
This is Catching Up
Listen to us catch you up on where we're at! A super relaxed, conversational episode comin' your way!
Don't forget to interact with us on Instagram @ThisIsTwentyPod and to as us some questions for next week's Q&A episode!
Sending love!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Mar 13, 202145:49
This is TikTok
Welcome to episode 8! This week Val and Allison announce their giveaway winners and discuss a reluctant hobby they have in common. You guessed it, TikTok!
We hope you enjoy hanging out with us for this episode and that you check out Lubalin's TikTok that we discuss at the end. It is quite hilarious, and for copyright purposes, it is NOT our audio, nor are we claiming it is! Here's the full TikTok to prove it ;) https://www.tiktok.com/@lubalin/video/6909126447332347142?is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v2
Thanks for chillin' with us again this week!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
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thisistwentypod@gmail.com for inquiries
Mar 06, 202141:42
This is Internet Friendships
Welcome to Episode 7! We hope you enjoy us talking about the world of internet friendships, our internet friendship, and others that bring us joy!
PS- Head to @ThisIsTwentyPod on Instagram to enter a giveaway (that we impromptu decided to do) from one of Allison's favorite small businesses, Blush and Josie! The prize will be a $25 Blush and Josie gift card to you AND one to an internet pal of your choice!
Good luck and thanks for listening!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
PS- Head to @ThisIsTwentyPod on Instagram to enter a giveaway (that we impromptu decided to do) from one of Allison's favorite small businesses, Blush and Josie! The prize will be a $25 Blush and Josie gift card to you AND one to an internet pal of your choice!
Good luck and thanks for listening!
XOXO,
Allison + Val
Feb 20, 202131:46
This is Being a Control Freak
Hello and welcome to Episode 6! We are chatting about something both gals have in common, THEIR NEED TO CONTROL THINGS!
Join us as we try and deconstruct some of our control freak-isms, as well as give some constructive tips on how to keep your inner control freak happy without infringing on anyone else and the way they operate!
Happy Friday! We are so excited to be back with a NEW episode for ya!
xoxo,
allison + val
Join us as we try and deconstruct some of our control freak-isms, as well as give some constructive tips on how to keep your inner control freak happy without infringing on anyone else and the way they operate!
Happy Friday! We are so excited to be back with a NEW episode for ya!
xoxo,
allison + val
Feb 12, 202134:57
This Is Cross-Country Moving Tips
Welcome (back) to this episode!
JASON IS HERE! Listen to us chat about our almost 800 mile move and the tips that we think helped it be more bearable! Can you tell that even just talking about this move stressed us out?! Don’t make the same mistakes we did, and go ahead and tune in to these tips! Hopefully they help you on your journey to your new home!
As always, you can keep up with us @ThisIsTwentyPod on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram or email us at ThisIsTwentyPod@gmail.com
Enjoy!
xoxo
Allison, Val, and Jason!
JASON IS HERE! Listen to us chat about our almost 800 mile move and the tips that we think helped it be more bearable! Can you tell that even just talking about this move stressed us out?! Don’t make the same mistakes we did, and go ahead and tune in to these tips! Hopefully they help you on your journey to your new home!
As always, you can keep up with us @ThisIsTwentyPod on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram or email us at ThisIsTwentyPod@gmail.com
Enjoy!
xoxo
Allison, Val, and Jason!
Feb 05, 202139:20
This is Figuring Yourself Out
Our most requested episode topic! The decade of our 20's is all about weird phases as we stumble along finding ourselves! Hear about some of our weird phases and the things we've gone through thus far in our twenties!
Enjoy!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Enjoy!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Jan 30, 202145:20
This is Long Distance Parents
Sorry for the late episode this week!
Please enjoy a relaxed episode 4! Val and I are missing our parents, so we're chatting about it!
XOXO
- Allison and Val
Please enjoy a relaxed episode 4! Val and I are missing our parents, so we're chatting about it!
XOXO
- Allison and Val
Jan 24, 202147:03
This is America, Episode: 1/6/2021
Episode 3! The first of our This is America series that we will continue, well, any time there’s a reason to be disappointed in America. Enjoy!
Jan 16, 202159:27
This is Jealousy
Here we are with another episode of This is Twentysomething!
This episode, we discuss jealousy, the many sides of it, and some ways to try and overcome it!
We can't wait to hear what you have to say about this episode over on our Instagram @ThisIsTwentyPod!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
This episode, we discuss jealousy, the many sides of it, and some ways to try and overcome it!
We can't wait to hear what you have to say about this episode over on our Instagram @ThisIsTwentyPod!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Jan 08, 202101:01:14
This is Twentysomething... AGAIN
We're back! And we couldn't be more excited to ring in 2021 with the new era of This is Twentysomething!
We hope to build a community here that can be a safe space for twentysomethings who relate to us to be themselves and find friends and community through the internet the way we have!
Welcome to our side of twentysomething!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
We hope to build a community here that can be a safe space for twentysomethings who relate to us to be themselves and find friends and community through the internet the way we have!
Welcome to our side of twentysomething!
XOXO,
Val + Allison
Jan 01, 202140:15