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A safe space for candid conversations about self discovery & wellness hosted by two millennial women of color on their journeys of personal expansion

Brittany Lin Hunter + Cathryn Ali


    • Aug 2, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 53m AVG DURATION
    • 54 EPISODES


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    Allow me to reintroduce myself

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 50:58


    This week is a little different as we answer some questions that span from insecurities to friendships. We also touch on how our podcast is evolving. Connect with us on Instagram @30sthenew20pod

    Soft Girl Era?

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 73:49


    Cathryn talks about changes in her career and feeling unfulfilled at work. Brittany talks about turning 33 and a possible block in her root chakra. We dive into what our a soft life looks like and so much more. Connect with us on Instagram:  @30sthenewpod

    This self-love thing is kinda hard…

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 98:31


    We are back b—-ches. Did you miss us?! On our first episode back, we have a major catch up sesh. Of course it wouldn't be right if we didn't have a Pattern moment. Ya'll know we love that app. Cathryn talks about what it's like living alone for the first time in her thirties, feeling ungrateful for wanting more out of life, and being in state of hypo arousal. Brittany talks about trying to find more ways to stay connected to herself and intrusive thoughts. We touch on Amazon's Shiny Happy People and the stereotypical gender roles enforced in the Duggar family. We also discuss falling into the trap of comparing our lives to what our parents' lives looked like at our age, our struggles with consistency, and so much more!Connect with us on Instagram:  @30sthenewpodLinks to things discussed in episode:Shiny Happy PeopleThe Pattern App

    Love & Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 90:28


    This week Cathryn & Brittany talk about feeling like they're not doing enough & Brittany blames it on capitalism & the patriarchy. They also get into partners projecting their inner critic onto you, imposter syndrome, Brittany trying to prove her worth to her father and society putting too much pressure on marriage. Then the ladies have a slight "lovers' quarrel" over whether they plan on getting married again & what their interpretation of marriage is. Connect with us on IG @30sthenew20pod

    The Embodiment of Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 88:35


    This week you can expect to hear Brittany & Cathryn touch on revisiting patterns, bare minimum requirements to be in a relationship, guilt in your relationship, gaslighting, cheating, not feeling supported in your relationship, messages coming from anywhere as long as you're open to receive them, taking yourself on dates, telling your friends you love them, narcissists and much more! Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Changing the Narrative

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 98:21


    This week Brittany & Cathryn dive into how attachment styles affect your relationships, your body not forgetting its trauma, not being fully healed before getting into relationships, knowing when your triggers no longer affect you, twin flames, people around you being mirrors, communicating for clarity & so much more! Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Certified Lover Girl

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 71:15


    This week Cathryn & Brittany discuss Cathryn traveling more than ever, getting used to a new routine after being separated, Brittany going a little boy crazy for a bit, filling voids with other people, seeking external validation specifically from men, taking on characteristics of your own wounds, using distractions instead of doing the work & so much more. Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Returning To Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 44:09


    This week Brittany & Cathryn continue their discussion from last episode and dive into being seen & understood in relationships, returning to your inner child, pivoting when life doesn't go according to plan, dating yourself & more. 

    My Thirties Are For Me

    Play Episode Play 28 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 45:32


    This week Brittany and Cathryn talk about getting back into the swing of things after so many transitions, reflecting on the start of the podcast (5:18), the importance of having friends that keep it real with you (8:33), losing your identity in marriage (11:27). They both get super candid about their current relationship status (16:29) while discussing connections that are actually trauma bonds (23:20), Saturn Return (30:00), and so much more!This episode is 2 part episode so tune into the following episode to hear the rest!Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Renaissance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 55:24


    The bitches are back together again. Cathryn comes to Florida for 2 weeks to spend cancer season with Brittany thanks to the benefits of working remotely. They talk about all of the fun they get into when they link up. They get into the all the changes and transitions they're both going through. Brittany talks about how manifesting helped leave her job, and Cathryn touches on finding herself again.Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Life is Weird

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 43:23


    After a much needed break, Brittany & Cathryn discuss how retrograde affected us, taking a break, being drawn to certain colors & how it pertains to chakra points that may need work, past lives & life path numbers, connection to the spiritual realm, how colonialism has affected society today, growth not being linear, pattern/astrology updates, stress responses & being seen for who you truly are. Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Rejection is God's Protection

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 52:09


    This week Cathryn makes a new friend which prompts her & Brittany to get into how women in their 30s make new friends, competing with other women especially for male attention, being clear on what you want so you can find people that align with that & it wouldn't be right if we didn't talk about astrology in some form or fashion! Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    What Happens in Vegas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 73:54


    This week Cathryn & Brittany meet up in Las Vegas for the first time in 15 years for the Lovers & Friends Festival. Ahh the nostalgia!! They dive into realizing the power of letting go, tapping into your divine feminine energy, Brittany's frustration with capitalism, feeling like your true self on vacation but playing a role in the real world, craving deep connections outside of romantic relationships, making your boundaries clear and so much more! Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    We're Humans, Not Robots

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 61:28


    This week Brittany & Cathryn discuss finding the balance between planning & leaving room for inspiration, feeling the constant need to be doing more, comparing where we are to where our parents were at our age, co-star vs the pattern app, giving yourself time to actually feel instead of rushing through life, working smarter not harder and so much more! Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    First Wives Club

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 79:05


    This week we are joined by our first guest - Cathryn's best friend, Julie! We talk about how Cathryn & Julie met in their twenties. Julie talks about her whirlwind of a marriage & taking ghosting to the next level. We get into the importance of finding yourself, living your best life & being selfish (even though society gives that a negative rep). We all agree that having a support system with women is everything! We discuss how dating in your thirties is different than dating in your twenties. Then we take a turn & dive into the concept of soulmates not limited to romantic ones. We all bond over low maintenance friendships. Brittany makes some revelations about her own marriage. Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Be The Light

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 37:16


    This week Cathryn & Brittany talk about:- boundaries and not communicating them - dimming our light for the sake of being liked - differences in being nice vs being kind- Brittany's premonitions - Breaking  patterns Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    You Attract More Flies With Honey

    Play Episode Play 59 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 36:00


    This week Brittany & Cathryn talk about:Setting boundariesWhat we don't deservePracticing kind self-talkChanging our negative mindsetConnect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 


    This week Cathryn & Brittany talk about: Adapting when life doesn't go according to plan. When to decide it's time to make a change. Sacrificing ourselves during the times we feel most overwhelmed. Communion by Bell HooksHaving a support system that holds you accountable with love.Repeating patterns. The responsibility of healing generational curses.Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Welcome to the Jungle

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 61:58


    This week Cathryn & Brittany talk about Brittany's magical trip to Costa Rica from meeting some indigenous people to getting a natal chart reading.Special thanks to Good Moms Bad Choices podcast & Silvia Ancestral.Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Change Your Mindset

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 69:20


    This week Cathryn and Brittany talk aboutHow powerful changing your mindset isBrittany's upcoming solo trip to Costa Rica!The 5 Second Rule & The High 5 Habit by Mel RobbinsWhat book they've decided to read and discuss during future episodes Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    New Year, New You?!

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 73:48


    We are back bitches! On our first episode in the new year, we talk about:A slow start to the new yearNew Year's goals & resolutionsCathryn feeling blocked & stagnantBrittany's obsession with astrology AccountabilityBeing more intentional with your timeWe also decide on doing a book club. The first book we'll be reading will be Atomic Habits by James Clear.Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    New York State of Mind

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 42:31


    This week Cathryn and Brittany start with talking about astrology (shocker) then they talk about redirecting your thoughts when they get they get negative. They continue their obsession of solo travel as they get excited about Cat's upcoming trip to New York. Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Fearless Self-love

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 8, 2021 56:52


    This week Cathryn and Brittany discuss:Working on yourself is a daily practice.Being intentionalHolding yourself accountableForgiving yourselfFiguring out the root cause to our triggersSolo trips & career changesRelocating to places during the pandemicSpeaking about your issues so you don't feel so alone. Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    I Don't Wanna Be an Empath

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 27:45


    Happy December! This week the ladies talk about empaths. Brittany talks about being an empath, Cathryn talks about her reservations with being labeled an empath, they discuss importance of setting boundaries, and more!Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    I'm Not Like a Regular Mom

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 46:57


    This week Cathryn & Brittany talk about society's pressure on women to have children & get married, having kids in your twenties vs your thirties, Brittany's journey into motherhood and more! Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    A Reason, a Season or a Lifetime

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 32:29


    This week Brittany & Cathryn start out by going into the pattern app and running their friendship bond. They get into why men use the word “p—sy” as an insult, reminiscing on being a teenager, ending friendships, setting boundaries in friendships and more!Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Are We Planting the Wrong Seeds?

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 70:42


    This week Cathryn & Brittany talk about friends that hold you accountable, the pattern app because we're obsessed, Saturn returns, Adele, tarot cards, ego being a form of protection, the concept of ownership in marriage, and so much more!Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Be mindful of what you think & what you thank

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 46:56


    This week the Cathryn & Brittany talk about how marriage looks different for everyone, accepting your partner's flaws through each other's personal journeys, responding to your triggers, letting emotions control you, the power of the tongue, accepting criticism, and more.Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Scorpio Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 53:09


    This week Cathryn & Brittany talk about owning your triggers, duality, protecting your peace in whatever way that may look, Sex, Love & Goop on Netflix, memories being trapped in your body, Scorpio season &  all that comes with that, orgasms, intimacy,  the idea of multiple realties existing, having friends of the opposite sex when you're married, actually communicating your boundaries, and more!Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Advocate For Yourself

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 40:56


    This week Brittany & Cathryn talk about negative self talk, having to prove that you've evolved, questioning yourself, advocating for yourself at work & home, how changes are made, having an accountability partner and much more.Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Creating Community

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 13, 2021 48:10


    This week Cathryn & Brittany talk about the importance of diversity & inclusion in school, Gabrielle Union's new book ‘You Got Anything Stronger', pressures we put on children, the balance between being optimistic & realistic, mother-daughter dynamic and much more!Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Practice Makes Progress

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 41:20


    This week Brittany & Cathryn talk about marriage, comparison, fear responses, craving chaos or disfunction, the pattern app & much more.Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Overcoming Codependency

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 46:04


    This week Cathryn & Brittany talk about womb health, forming habits, emotional eating, coffee contributing to anxiety, codependency, our expectations of others, and more! 

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    Finding Your Tribe

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 25:15


    Cathryn and Brittany discuss when people pleasing began for them, training your mind to dive into the “why”, finding friends who aren't there for your ego, and more! Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Give Yourself Grace

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 55:12


    Brittany & Cathryn talk about what caused them to need to take a break last week, not rushing your growth, Cathryn's trip to her grandparents' house, Brittany moving from the suburbs to the city, divorce, Brittany's revolutionary conversation with her dad, and breaking cycles. Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Prioritize Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 42:21


    This week the Brittany & Cathryn discuss the “disease to please”, finding that work/life balance especially during the never-ending pandemic, setting expectations particularly at work, dealing with anxiety as per usz, consistency or lack thereof, virgo season, saying yes when you should've said no, the power of intention, and so much more. Connect with us on IG | Twitter @30sthenew20pod 

    Breaking Up With Self-Doubt

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 42:58


    This week Cathryn & Brittany talk about:Why do we have to be nice as women?Bad bitch energyStereotypes of men vs womenSelf doubtConnect with us on IG | Twitter | TikTok @30sthenew20pod 

    Dis-ease Leads To Disease

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 40:31


    This week Brittany & Cathryn talk about:Brittany's experience w/ Covid. Vaccines being a personal choice. When you don't listen to your body, bad things happen. Breaking up with self doubt.Cathryn's bouts with anxiety. Connect with us on IG | Twitter | TikTok @30sthenew20pod ✨

    Communication is Key

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 43:05


    This week Brittany & Cathryn talk about:Women being the vessel of all creationBreaking societal normsWhy is it easier to set a boundary to protect your loved ones, than it is to set a boundary to protect yourself?Why do women have to be strong?Speaking up for yourselfConnect with us on IG | Twitter | TikTok @30sthenew20pod ✨

    Ask. Believe. Receive.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 41:36


    On this week's episode Cathryn and Brittany talk about:Checking in from last week's intention: Being OpenMaking new friends in your 30'sPaying attention to the signs around you Living in your purpose and stepping into your powerFollow us on IG @30sthenew20pod✨

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    Blocking Abundance Pt 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 46:04


    This week Cathryn & Brittany continue their conversation from last week. The also get into: At  what point in life do we truly know who we are? The mother-daughter dynamicBeing afraid of who you're growing intoTwin flamesAs they wrap up their conversation they set their intention for next week to be open ✨Check out last weeks episode, Blocking Abundance Pt 1 to see how we got here. Connect with us on IG @30sthenew20pod ✨

    Blocking Abundance Pt 1

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 45:40


    This week Cathryn & Brittany talk about:Checking in from the past week where they focused on being present.EvolutionSelf doubtSpeaking up for what you wantStepping into your powerGiving up control in order to gain abundanceConnect with us on IG @30sthenew20pod ✨

    Don't Take It Personal

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 62:33


    This week we talk about:Brittany turning 31Toxic positivityFOMOMaking excusesDisciplineBeing presentFollow us on IG @30sthenew20pod ✨

    Setting Boundaries With Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2021 45:09


    This week we talk about creating boundaries with yourself from eating foods that work for your body to creating routines that work for each energy level. Follow us on Instagram @30sthenew20pod ✨

    The Universe Is Testing Me

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 65:30


    On this week's episode Cathryn & Brittany talk about:Boundaries in all aspects of your life including work.Assuming people can read our mindsShifting your thoughts from negative to positive. The power of writing.Follow us on IG @30sthenew20pod ✨

    Inner Child Work Pt 2

    Play Episode Play 59 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 23, 2021 60:42


    This week we talk about:Brittany talks about this recent episode of hoarders and how family trauma lead can manifest into other aspects of your life.Cathryn's biological clock is ticking, but she's trying to find the balance with being a newlywed.Why do we feel like we can ask women when/if they're going to have kids?Not setting boundaries/people pleasing leads you to not honoring yourself.People put their own expectations on YOUR life.Cathryn talks about replacing adderall with CBD.The power of jewelry/adornments. Struggles with not being accepted by your race. Follow us on IG @30sthenew20pod✨

    Inner Child Work Pt 1

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 47:30


    This week Brittany & Cathryn start diving into their daddy issues, setting boundaries with family members & Brittany's journey with oracle decks. Follow us on IG @30sthenew20podIf you loved this episode, please rate & give us a review! 

    Intuition, is that you?!

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 9, 2021 41:12


    This week we chat about paying attention and trusting your intuition when you hear her speak to you, counter-dependency and how we struggle with accepting help, finding the balance with working from home & we begin diving into our daddy issues.Follow us on Instagram @30sthenew20pod

    Make Sure To Check In With Your Strong Homegirl

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 2, 2021 40:38


    This week we have a good ole girl chat. We talk about the importance of consent, and talking to your kids about it. We also dive into forgiving yourself, our journeys/struggles with yoga & meditation, and getting acquainted with your intuition. *Please note that you may hear us laugh when we talk about difficult topics, but that in no way makes them less serious. Consent is imperative, and this is just one way Brittany gets her daughter more familiar with the topic.Follow us on instagram @30sthenew20pod

    Help! I'm 30!!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 68:26


    Who we were in our 20's is not who we are now. Going through your journey of self discovery can be challenging but man there's something about that feeling of being unapologetically YOU that just hits different. We know first hand that these 30 yr old streets is tough!! That's why we wanted to share with you all the things that have fed our soul and helped us navigate through our own journey to self discovery. Check us out on our the newest episode, Help! I'm 30!!! Where we tell you about all the tools and make sure to check out our new 30's the new 20 blog to grab links to our favorite tools. Link in bio ✨Help! I'm 30!GIVE ME ALL OF THE TOOLS! This week we can talk about tools that have been beneficial to us on our wellness journey. 

    My Feminine Energy Is My Superpower

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 47:15


    Feminine Energy is a SuperPower✨it is simply defined as a receptive energy and contrary to beliefs, it is in all of us, regardless of gender. On this episode we dive into the differences between feminine and masculine energy, how Patriarchy has affected the way we portray ourselves in society and living harmoniously with the two energies. Tapping in to your feminine energy allows you to be more present and open to receive all the world has to offer. Creating a more powerful and confident being than ever before.Here are some helpful tips to reawaken your Feminine Energy:• Feel your Feelings. It's okay to be in your feels girl. We all have those days!• Honor your Intuition. • Be kind to yourself. Ditch the negative self-talk.• Your body is a temple, take care of Her.• Be open to receiving. If you receive love, you can return it tenfold.• Embrace change. Change is inevitable and at times scary. But change can also be a chance for regrowth and a new found freedom. Wishing you all a happy #WomensWednesday ✨Follow us on instagram @30sthenew20pod

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