Big Sister Plus One

January 7 2021 Hey! Thanks for tapping on my podcast. I'm sure you've seen the title and are thinking to yourself: "what do you mean "thanks 2020?!"  LET ME EXPLAIN  In this episode, I share a Thank you letter. I felt like writing something regarding 2020 and all the experiences it brought... Some were funny, some were rough... some left me questioning if I had any will left. Yeah... 2020 was a roller coaster. If you're a new or returning listener, WELCOME. Join my big sis community and SUBSCRIBE if you enjoyed. Don't forget to FOLLOW me on INSTAGRAM: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE  If you'd like to submit episode ideas/topics - send me an email: BIGSISTERPLUSONE@GMAIL.COM Speaking of being thankful... THANKS for listening and let's get through level 13 of 2020!  Thats all folks! ;-) - Alex  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

December 6 2020 Hello friend! As we continue our adventure into level 12, please be advised that RONA numbers keep rising... and ICU % capacity lowers. Now more than ever, we need YOU to STAY HOME. You know what that means...? Anime lovers... this one's for you! Ready??? ATTACK ON TITAN SEASON 4 HAS BEGUN!!!!!!!!!!!! Am I a normie? Yes, absolutely. According to who? My friend Angelo - whose birthday was TODAY (Dec. 6) - HAPPY BIRTHDAY BTW. So for his birthday, I asked AoT's creator to release S4 on his birthday ;-) In all seriousness... if you haven't watched that series - what are you waiting for? Also, HUGE THANK YOU to BRAZIL listener(s) for tuning in! 14 countries and counting! As always, THANK YOU for your continued support! Also, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and leave me a review! Follow me on Instagram: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE and comment who your favorite AoT character is ;-) I'll tell you mine if you tell me yours! Also, what's your favorite JUICE recipe? Tune in to find out what new recipe my boyfriend and I tried this time. Please continue to take care, stay home, wash your hands and watch anime. - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

December 1 2020 It's the most... wonderful time.... of the year? Hello friend. Welcome back! The Quarantine Chronicles is very much alive and well. November was a hectic month to say the least - and cases are on the rise. Life has changed for many people - in both positive and negative aspects. This year I went through an emotional and mental challenge and discovered new and fun hobbies along the way. I feel like I've been on both sides of the spectrum. What about you? In this episode, I explore, reflect and share some of my new hobbies and the latest one - which is..... TUNE IN TO FIND OUT ;-) As always - I can't express enough how THANKFUL I am for everyone who has heard my podcast. 12 countries and counting. FOLLOW ME on INSTAGRAM: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE and SUBSCRIBE to my podcast on SPOTIFY and APPLE PODCASTS. Please please PLEASE wear a mask, avoid social gatherings and wash your hands. TAKE CARE - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

HI :-) It's been a while hasn't it? I was searching through my repressed memory brain files and came across the time when a Marshall's cashier made a sneery comment about a pair of shoes I wanted. Apparently it scarred me more than I realized. It got me thinking - what other areas of our life can people's "influence" spill into? Well in this episode, that's exactly what I discuss! I should also mention that I haven't punched anyone in the face... yet :-) Tune in and follow me on INSTAGRAM to interact with me: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE // You can also email me any theme/subject you want me to talk about: BIGSISTERPLUSONE@GMAIL.COM. I can't thank you enough for your unconditional support

October 3 2020 "I'M A MOUSE, DUH!" Ring a bell? Well if you didn't know, October 3rd is MEAN GIRLS DAY! I gotta say, that is a classic movie - and if you haven't seen it... what are you waiting for?! But in all seriousness - it's finally OCTOBER and 1 month until election day... In this episode, you'll catch up on my many quarantine antics and hear a HUGE announcement! Make sure you FOLLOW me on INSTAGRAM: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to be the first notified of new episodes! Once again, I can't express how grateful I am for all the support - both domestic and international! I'm excited to continue my podcast journey and hope you'll stick around for more! As always - stay safe, wear a mask, wash your hands, BE HAPPY! xoxo, BIG SISTER ALEX --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

September 28 2020 I'M BACK!!! (SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW!) Hello my friend :-) Well whaddayaknow? It's almost October and we are still "social distancing" AKA can't go nowhere or do nothing... KIDDING. In this episode, I travelled quite a bit actually - of course - while taking all precautions and wearing a mask. Transitions and changes are coming at me like ducks chasing a piece of bread. Did that even make sense? ....I hope so! Anywho! I've also discovered a new video game and I can't stop playing!!! And NO - it's not TETRIS (but great guess!) Listen to find out! Hope you enjoy this episode - and as always - big THANK YOU to new and returning listeners. I hope you like my podcast enough to follow me on INSTAGRAM: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE // or if you want to email me: BIGSISTERPLUSONE@GMAIL.COM . If you are also a podcaster and would like to collab, shoot me an email and we can discuss more about it! Thanks again and as always - TAKE CARE xoxo, Big Sister --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

If you are reading this - CONGRATULATIONS! You survived level 8 of Juman... i mean 2020! Hello friend! After a brief hiatus, I am happy to be back with episode 25 of the Quarantine Chronicles! So many changes have been happening this month... but I'm ready for whatever September has in store! How was your month? What new changes did August bring? This episode includes a lot of changes... both positive and negative! I also picked up some new habits... take a listen! Who knows, they might benefit you too! Hope you enjoy and THANK YOU returning listener and WELCOME new listener! My name is Alex and I am your host for Q.C and Big Sister +1! Hope you enjoy my podcast! Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to be the first notified of new episodes! Also follow me on INSTAGRAM: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE . Business inquiries, topic suggestions and stories for B.O.A.T.S can be emailed to: BIGSISTERPLUSONE@GMAIL.COM Take care! -Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

August 9 2020 Hello friend. Episode 24? Yup. Still in quarantine? Yup. Tired of it? YUP! Look, I'm not going down the "Karen" rabbit hole - but I certainly am tired of the limited social interaction. Extraverts (like myself) feel a little piece of their soul die as each day goes by. Hopefully this episode makes you feel less alone and informs you on the RONA numbers here in San Diego as well as TOP 5 countries + USA States with the most cases. Also - tune in for weekend updates and more! THANK YOU so much for listening and SHOUT OUT to you if you're listening from Canada, UK, France, Guatemala and India! I cannot express how thankful I am for your support. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to be notified of future episode uploads, leave a REVIEW and FOLLOW me on INSTAGRAM: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE As I always say - WASH YO HANDS!!! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

August 3 2020 Hello friend. Congratulations! If you are reading this - you survived level 7 of 2020. Welcome to LEVEL 8. NEW MONTH ENERGY! Autumn is just around the corner and here we are... still in quarantine. In this episode, I give you a quick update regarding the RONA and discuss top 5 most infected countries and states... No surprise that USA is #1... *eye roll* Regardless, I hope you are doing your part to stay safe and remember to stay active during this time! It really helps!! Tune in for some quarantine updates and once again, THANK YOU for the ongoing support!! Like the toy story aliens, "I am eternally grateful" ;-) Remember to SUBSCRIBE, leave a REVIEW if you enjoyed and FOLLOW on IG for updates: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE // EMAIL: BIGSISTERPLUSONE@GMAIL.COM --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hi friend! Want to start a podcast? Take a listen! In this episode, I share some tips I've picked up along my podcasting journey. If you have an idea, make it REALITY! Trust me, it can seem intimidating, but all it takes is practice, practice, practice! Hey, it's still quarantine right? If you're stuck at home, why not start something new? Hope this helps spark your podcast journey! Let me know how it goes by leaving me a comment on Instagram: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE / You can also email me your experience/stories: BIGSISTERPLUSONE@GMAIL.COM . Also, make sure you SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss future episodes and leave me a Review! Thank you x infinity for the continued support!!! Follow your dreams, hug your pet and wash your hands afterwards! Take care! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

July 17 2020 HELLO friend! I'm back - and oh boy... I had SO MUCH to say! I was definitely yearning to record again! Maybe that's what I was craving?... Tune in to find out what's new with me and the RONA. San Diego and the rest of California are back to square 1... Welp. 2020 is the year of changes. Embrace the changes because you never know what you'll discover! Trust me ;-) I started podcasting, streaming on Twitch, making CANDLES... see what I mean? Thank you for the ongoing support and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and leave a REVIEW if you enjoyed this episode. Don't forget to FOLLOW on Instagram: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE and Twitch: ALETORSO Don't forget to wash your hands and stay safe! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

June 30 2020 GOODBYE JUNE! Hello friend! We've officially made it through level 6 of 2020! Congratulations to us! Now onto level 7! Did you hear that America is now lumped with Brazil and Russia in the list of countries that cannot travel to the European Union? Yup. Due to a rise in cases, now WE are being restricted travel. Oh how the turn tables, Mr. Trump. He had banned Europeans from traveling into the US back in March when the madness started to peak. Sigh. In other news, San Diego will be hosting fireworks shows for the 4th of July! So tune in to find out what cities in San Diego will be hosting! Hopefully I will be able to see them! As always, thanks for listening and please continue washing your hands and staying safe! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, leave a REVIEW and FOLLOW me on INSTAGRAM: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE . You can also EMAIL me: BIGSISTERPLUSONE@GMAIL.COM Take care! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

June 28 2020 Hello there friend! Welcome new and returning listener to my new series - The Quarantine Chronicles! We are almost done with level 6 of 2020... What surprises do you think level 7 of 2020 will bring? Hopefully nothing TOO bad. But hey, it is 2020 after all... anything goes! Tune in to listen to updates regarding the RONA and why places are closing again. Things aren't looking too good in San Diego... take a listen! Hope you and your loved ones are staying safe out there! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast and FOLLOW my INSTAGRAM: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE. Have a topic in mind that you'd like to hear an episode about? Send me an email: BIGSISTERPLUSONE@GMAIL.COM . Stay connected and chat with me on TWITCH: ALETORSO Thanks for listening and all the ongoing support! You keep me going! Please take care, be safe and WASH YO HANDS!!! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hi there! Welcome new and returning listener! For today's episode, I decided to sit down and share some recent thoughts. As you can tell, my topics are a bit random. A quarantine update nonetheless - I hope you've been taking care of yourself. It's so vital to practice self care in order to stay sane. At least for me it was - and still is! Speaking of which, anime has been a big part of self care. Tune in to find out what series I've been and am currently watching! As always, thanks you for your support and I hope you enjoy! Follow me on INSTAGRAM: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE // Have topic ideas? Email me: BIGSISTERPLUSONE@GMAIL.COM Continue taking care of yourself and your loved ones - this battle isn't over... yet! BEAT THE RONA - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

June 18 2020 *MY MIND WAS ONE DAY AHEAD WHEN RECORDING THIS. SORRY FOR THE CONFUSION* Hi! Welcome new and retuning listener! I'm back with Ep. No.19 of the Quarantine Chronicles! I know, it's been a while since the last episode... 18*** days to be exact. It seems like a lot has happened... and honestly, Even the intro has changed... Tune in for an update of quarantine life in sunny San Diego, CA. The sun is shining, the days are beautiful... but the RONA still haunts us. All I can say is, do not let your guard down. We haven't won this battle... yet. As always, thank you for listening and your ongoing support. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW me on Instagram: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE. I also stream on TWITCH: ALETORSO  Also, if there is a specific topic you'd like me to cover, send me an email: BIGSISTERPLUSONE@GMAIL.COM  Remember to call your loved ones, tell them you love them and wash your hands!  - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hola amig@s! Bienvenid@ a mi podcast: Big Sister +1! En este episodio, hablo sobre un tema que e tenido en mente por unos meses. Y ese tema es: Las mentes que nos rodean, nos pueden influenciar mas de lo que nos imaginamos. Nos afectan en muchas maneras - mentalmente y emocionalmente. Haz click en este episodio para escuchar mas sobre este tema! Gracias por tu apoyo y DISFRUTA! No olvides SUBSCRIBIRTE a mi podcast para que te lleguen notificaciones de el proximo episodio. Sigueme en redes sociales como INSTAGRAM: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE y TWITCH: ALETORSO. Tienes alguna historia o idea para tema? Escribeme! BIGSISTERPLUSONE@GMAIL.COM Cuidese y lavese las manos! -Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey! Welcome to episode 21 of my podcast: Big Sister +1 ! In this episode, I talk about a subject that has been on my mind lately. Who are you surrounded by? We are influenced by the people around us more than we realize. I recently realized I have lots of entrepreneurs in my life - and I love it! Why? Well, without realizing - it affects our own mindset! I also share personal experiences as to how it can impact us! Tune in to hear more and I hope this episode helps you out or puts a smile on your face! Keep your head up, friend! As always, THANK YOU for listening! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and leave a REVIEW if you enjoyed! TAKE CARE! Socials: Instagram: @ BIGSISTERPLUSONE // Twitch: @ ALETORSO // Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor + more! xoxo, - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

May 31 2020 We made it through MAY 2020... let's see what JUNE 2020 has in store... Welcome to episode no.18 of The Quarantine Chronicles! We had a very eventful weekend - not just here in San Diego - but across the nation! West and East Coast cities held peaceful protests asking for justice and an end to unnecessary police brutality. I am curious to know what your perspective is regarding everything going on in the US right now. Leave a comment on the most recent instagram post @BIGSISTERPLUSONE or send an email to: bigsisterplusone@gmail.com Tune in to hear what happened in San Diego and for virus number updates! As always, thanks for listening and take care. -Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

May 27 2020 Hello again and welcome to my series: The Quarantine Chronicles! In this episode, I discuss new updates regarding Rona and quarantine life in San Diego. As we approach the end of week 10 in quarantine - all I can say is that it feels like we're approaching the light at the end of the tunnel. Although, I know it should still be taken very seriously, it's nice to hear some good news for a change. Will you continue working from home or are you going back to work soon? Let me know by leaving a comment on my instagram account: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE ! Hmm.. so many questions. As always, thank YOU for listening and the continued support! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and leave a REVIEW! Also, follow my podcast instagram account: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE and follow me on Twitch to Chat: @ALETORSO Please TAKE CARE, WASH HANDS and STAY SAFE - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

May 25 2020 Memorial Day Weekend 2020 Hello my friend. Welcome to my series - The Quarantine Chronicles! I hope you had a wonderful Memorial Day weekend and soaked up the warm Southern California sun. Who would've thought that a 3 day weekend usually packed with parties, BBQs and kickbacks would turn into quarantine staycations? In this episode, I update on the world's numbers regarding COVID-19 and the USA's numbers as well. I hope that wherever you're listening from, you are safe and healthy and taking precautions for your own health and that of those around you. Let's try to go into summer healthy and happy and QUARANTINE FREE please! As always, thank you new and returning listener - for your continued support - it means so much to me! Remember to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast and follow on Instagram: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE. I also stream on TWITCH: @ALETORSO Take care :-) -Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

May 21 2020 Hello my friend - welcome to yet another audio diary of day WHO.REALLY.KNOWS??? in quarantine. In this episode, I bring you some updates regarding openings here in San Diego. Looks like dining in will be coming back into our lives... but with some twists. Tune in to hear what else is changing and to find out who won at Mario Party this time ;-) As always, THANK YOU new and returning listener for your continued support! I truly enjoy making these episodes and being able to connect to people from all over the world! Please don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast, leave a REVIEW and follow my podcast IG: @BIGSISTERPLUSONE Remember, WASH HANDS and take care - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello new and returning listeners! Welcome to EPISODE 20 of my podcast: BIG SISTER PLUS ONE! I decided to do something different for my 20th episode. Despite all the negativity and uncertainty we're dealing with everyday, there is always a silver lining to everything. That is why I asked friends and family to answer this question: What is one positive thing you learned / discovered so far during quarantine? If you're feeling low, tune in for some positivity ranging from San Diego and all the way to Canada! Thank you for listening, your continued support and to all of you who participated! Take care and enjoy! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

May 17 2020 Ah... Sunday nights... Hello friend. Welcome to my serie - The Quarantine Chronicles! I started this serie on March 16, 2020... and as you can tell, it is now May 17th - and this STILL isn't over!!! I hope you're doing well in this bizarre time. In this episode, I discuss some new hobbies I've discovered and talk about how life in San Diego during quarantine. Tune in for a quarantine update... As always, thank you to new and returning listeners for your ongoing support and please don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast, leave a REVIEW and follow my podcast Instagram account @BIGSISTERPLUSONE Remember... WASH HANDS!!! And take care. -Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

May 10 2020 Hi friend! It's good to be back. Where have I been? Well, you'll have to tune in to find out. I've been on this kick recently where I've been discovering new passions of mine. Let's just say, I'm a lot happier now than I was 2 episodes ago. I hope you are doing well and if you're curious to know how life in San Diego has been changing since quarantine... this episode will give you some insight. Once more, I thank YOU - new and/or returning listener - for your support. You are what keeps me going and inspired. Wherever you are in the world, I hope I was able to make you smile and/or make you feel like you have a friend. Follow my podcast account @BIGSISTERPLUSONE on instagram. Take care and WASH YO HANDS. - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

April 30 2020 Goodbye April... Welcome May! Well, well, well... It is GOOD to be back! I took a small break to get some well deserved rest and reset my mind, body and soul. It has only been a few days but I am feeling so relieved and gained some mental clarity in the process. I've also discovered and learned a new hobby I like to do! Tune in to hear another honest update, except this time, I sound 100x happier! THANK YOU new and returning listeners! Your support means so much to me! Follow my instagram @Bigsisterplusone! Thanks for listening, and ENJOY. Take care of yourself and WASH HANDS - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey! Welcome to my podcast Big Sister +1! In this episode, I share an update regarding recent events that have been negative. However, there can always be positives to come out of moments of hopelessness. In this episode, I share a situation that has recently caused me an unusual amount of distress and how I have been coping with it. Don't let yourself burnout. Remember, TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF. Because if you don't, WHO WILL? As always, THANK YOU so much for listening and I hope this helps you. Enjoy! WASH HANDS xoxo, - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello and welcome new and returning listeners! This is episode 18 of my podcast Big Sister +1! In this episode, PLUS 1 - BDB - joins me as we revisit our childhood and recall OLD TV SHOWS! So, if you're feeling a little nostalgic, tune in to escape to the good old days before social media and THE RONA. Can't go anywhere or outside (for now), so might as well travel to the past! Hope you enjoy and get transported back to those happy times when we'd wake up early to watch Saturday morning cartoons! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss future uploads and follow me on instagram: @ BigSisterPlusOne As always, thank you for listening and your continued support! Take care & WASH HANDS -Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Ni hao! (Hello!) Welcome back to my podcast Big Sister +1. In this episode, I continue telling you my story of the time I travelled abroad to China. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, make sure you check it out! It was quite an adventure and a huge learning experience. I certainly want to go back someday... especially since my Chinese visa doesn't expire 'til 2027. So I have enough time. Anyways, hope you enjoy this episode and don't forget to subscribe, leave a review and follow me on Instagram: BigSisterPlusOne! Xie xie (Thank you) for listening and enjoy! PS: WASH HANDS -Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome new and returning listeners... This is my new series The Quarantine Chronicles... As you might've been able to tell by now, many of us (myself included) are becoming quite restless and feeling anxious due to the uncertainty that is: THE RONA. We've been on lockdown for a little over a month now. What have you been doing to stay sane? Tune in for a VERY honest update... Take care. Thanks for listening... Enjoy! PS: WASH HANDS - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey! Welcome to my podcast: Big Sister +1: Throwback edition! Remember dial up internet? Floppy discs? AOL? I remember playing Pacman, Dig Dug and Galaga on the clunky, square computer monitor. Do you? What about CD-Roms to play games like Jumpstart? Putt Putt and Fatty Bear? No? Just me? .....Guess so. Well anyways, in this episode I'm joined by returning PLUS 1 - BDB - as we travel back in time to revisit old childhood memories of computer games - like Gunz the Duel! Tune in for a blast to the past! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! 2020 ain't it Thanks for listening and enjoy! -Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey! Welcome to Big Sister +1: Throwback edition! Remember the good old days? When everyone wanted the N64 and played Super Smash Bros? Gamecube? Gameboy Advance? In Super Smash Bros, I was always Jigglypuff and I always lost lol but that's besides the point. In this episode, I have a returning PLUS ONE join me to revisit memories involving so many video games from our childhood! Tune in to travel back in time because quite frankly, 2020 ain't it. Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening! Take care! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello friend. Welcome to episode 10 of The Quarantine Chronicles! We are just ONE day away from officially being on lockdown for ONE MONTH. Terrible. I've been trying to do everything I can in my power to stay sane. What have you been up to? In this episode I talk about updates that have occurred here in San Diego. My least favorite one? The SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR IS CANCELLED! err.. POSTPONED. Until 2021. -sigh- But on the plus side, listen to find out where you can find some DELICIOUS cookies. You're welcome! Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening! PS: WASH YO HANDS - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to my podcast! Here at Big Sister +1 , you'll hear stories and big sister advice. The purpose of my podcast is to give you advice so you don't make the same mistakes, Hope I am able to help and put a smile on your face! Thanks for listening and take care! Bye! - Alex

Hola! Bienvenid@ a mi podcast Big Sister Plus One. Mi podcast se trata sobre retos que confrontamos despues de la prepa y en nuestros años de adulto joven. Tambien cuento historias y experiencias que me ocurren. En este episodio, incorpore elementos nuevos - y el resultado final fue este episodio. En estos tiempos de incertidumbre y confusion, es bueno ser recordado que todo estara bien... solo toma un poco de paciencia.  Disfruta y gracias por escuchar!  Cuidate - Alexandra --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey! Welcome to my podcast Big Sister +1. If you are a new or returning listener, I'm glad you stumbled upon this episode. This episode is different. I've incorporated a few elements that I haven't tried before - and the end product has been this episode. As we all navigate this frustrating and stressful time, I hope this episode can get you thinking and lift your spirit. This gentle reminder is what I needed - and hopefully it helps you too.  Enjoy and thanks for listening. As always, wherever you are in the world, take care. - Alex  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

April 9 2020 Hello new and returning listeners. Welcome to my new serie: The Quarantine Chronicles. I'm about to wrap up the 3rd week of quarantine / working from home in San Diego. This week I visited Disneyland, ate some yummy chicken wings and for the rest, well, you'll have to listen to find out. I hope you and your family are well, wherever in the world you may be. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure you subscribe to hear future episodes (because who knows how long this will last) - sigh - Thanks for listening and enjoy! Take care, wash hands. - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey! Welcome new and returning listeners! This is my podcast Big Sister +1, where I share with you my experiences and give you advice. In this episode, I share some valuable travel tips I learned while traveling abroad TO China and while IN China! I learned quite a bit.. and this is only the first half of my trip.... if you like this episode, make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Stay tuned for part 2!  Enjoy and xie xie (thank you) for listening! - Alex  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey! Welcome new and returning listeners! This is my podcast Big Sister +1 where I share advice about struggles in your 20's, life after high school and other life experiences. In today's episode, I'll be sharing some stories about my first jobs. In every job we take, we will probably deal with difficult bosses/supervisors/coworkers. Listen to find out what happened and why I titled this episode the way I did... Hope this episode makes you smile. Enjoy, thanks for listening and take care! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

April 3 2020 Hey! Welcome if you're new, welcome back if you've listened before! In this episode, I talk about how life is quickly changing as we deal with this pandemic. In this episode, I share my experience of adapting to working from home, juggling stress and anxiety and trying to not go crazy! There's been some spooky happenings going on... tune in to see what that's about! Enjoy and continue social distancing. Take care! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

March 31 2020 Welcome, to the LAST day of MARCH 2020 and to my podcast if you're new. Quarantine Chronicles covers this crazy pandemic roller coaster the world has been forced to ride. We've finally completed this long month of March and here's what happened! Tune in to hear the changes that have been made due to this uncertain time. If you are a new or returning listener, thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy! As always, take care and WASH YO HANDS!!! (and practice social distancing!!!) - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hola chic@! Espero que te encuentres bien. En este episodio, te cuento sobre varios consejos para que tengas ojo por si acaso llegas a conocer a alguien con una (o varias) de estas caracteristicas. Estos consejos estan basados en mis experiencias. Espero que te ayuden, y como siempre, cuidate mucho!  Disfruta, y gracias por escuchar!  - Alexandra --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

March 30 2020 Another weekend in quarantine. Only the 2nd one and I'm already thinking of all the summer activities I want to do... Tune in to hear how life is still being affected by this new virus. One day we will look back and say, "WE MADE IT" Websites mentioned for those seeking possible online jobs are preply.com, cambly.com and VIPkid.com. Hope this helps you! Wherever you are in the world, take care. and WASH THOSE HANDS! Thanks for listening, enjoy! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

March 25 2020 Another Wednesday in quarantine here in San Diego. Weeks are blurring together and everything remains closed. Halfway through the 2nd week in quarantine - tune in to see how life continues to change. As always, avoid going outside unless you are "essential" and WASH YO HANDS!!! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hola! Si acabas de encontrar mi podcast, bienvenido! Este es el primer episodio de mi podcast en ESPAÑOL!! Aqui en Big Sister Plus One, te cuento sobre mis experiencias para ayudarte y darte consejos para que no te pase lo mismo! Si alguna vez te has encontrado dudando si quieres seguir estudiando, escucha este episodio para oir las historias horrorosas que me han ocurrido en trabajos pasados. Recuerda que tu salud mental siempre es mas importante que un trabajo. PS: No olvides lavarte las manos y no salir!!! Gracias por escuchar, disfruta y sigue adelante! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

March 23 2020 Hey friend. Want to know what the first weekend in quarantine was like? Spoiler alert: GHOST TOWN. Empty streets, shops closed, people actually OUTSIDE?... it's a parallel universe... As always - take care, stay safe and WASH YO HANDS!!! Thanks for listening. Enjoy! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey there! Ever had a second run in with the car who hit your car and took off? Well I did. In this episode, you'll hear how we found the car (again) - that was suspiciously DAMAGED the SAME NIGHT my car was totaled. I also throw in some car buying tips so they don't bamboozle you at the dealerships! Please take care, and remember, material things can be replaced... your life CANNOT. Take care, thanks for listening and WASH YO HANDS PLEASE. Enjoy! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hi friend. Welcome back to episode 3 of the Quarantine Chronicles.. In this episode, I'm joined by a special guest. We discuss grocery store struggles, how daily activities - like acquiring iced coffee - is now potentially hazardous and anticipations about the future. Tune in to learn how daily life has changed since the pandemic hit.  Enjoy, thanks for listening and remember.... WASH YO HANDS!! Take care. - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello friend. I, along with many others, have just completed another day of quarantine. In this episode, I talk about what it feels like to work from home, the struggle of being an EXTROVERT who is STUCK at home, and the many wonderful things you can do while you're forced to stay home *insert upside down smile emoji*. Sigh, it's only my first day on lockdown and I'm already looking forward to sunny days and being able to take a walk without having the thought of a PANDEMIC in the back AND front and center of my mind. WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS. Enjoy and thanks for listening! WASH YO HANDS - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

March 16 2020, Hello friend. Welcome to my new series. Here, you'll hear how the novel CORONAVIRUS is affecting our day to day lives in the U.S. Curious? Tune in to learn how much our lives have changed in just a few days. Thanks for listening, enjoy! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello there! Welcome back to Big Sister +1 or welcome if you're new! In this episode, my little sister - Little Mona - joins me (Big Mona) as my PLUS ONE. If you've ever wondered what sister conversations sound like, this is the perfect time to find out! Just FYI, in this episode, we get EXPOSED. If you like my podcast don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Thank you for your support! Enjoy! (& listen until the end for bloopers) - Alex (and Little Mona) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey! Welcome to episode 7 of Big Sister +1. In today's episode, I talk about positive energy, high and low vibes and how it can affect us! It's important to realize we have control over what energy we radiate and that we will always need to find balance of energy. If you're feeling down, I hope this helps lift you up! Thanks for listening! Enjoy! - Alex --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app