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A podcast and community designed to help young adults thrive.

Will Entrekin & Jean Kelley


    • Sep 23, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 21 EPISODES


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    Why Vote? 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 35:02


    William Haston talks about the safest way to ensure your vote counts this election season.Georgia early voting is from October 12 - 18.Register to vote in GA here: https://www.mvp.sos.ga.gov/MVP/mvp.doWhatever state you live in, make sure you are registered and exercise your right to vote. 

    Book Report: Boundaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 42:46


    Book Report is an ongoing series where we read one of our favorite books and share with you what we learned... the cliff notes version if you will. This week, Will does his book report on the book "Boundaries" by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend. We talk about when to say "yes" and how to say "no" as it relates to our relationships, careers, and with our technology... Big oof.Read Boundaries: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310351804/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_OWwwFb94W61H1 Follow us on instagram: @genwhypodcast

    Netflix Picks: What to Watch

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 28:59


    Decision fatigue is real. So to help you better enjoy your next binge sesh, we have your Netflix picks queued up. Here are some of our favorites broken down by category. Also, don't watch Space Force.

    Things I Didn't Learn in School: Money - Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 31:12


    Most of us know the Pythagorean Theorem by heart but we don't know where to start as it relates to investing, saving, or paying off debt. In part 2 of this episode, Stephen focuses in on saving and investment strategies so that we can all basically become stock tycoons... Don't worry.. He explains it like we're 5. Some helpful websites to start investing: https://www.tdameritrade.com/home.pageRobinhood App: https://robinhood.com/us/en/Contact Stephen: kuzniak@uga.edu

    Things I Didn't Learn in School: Money w/ Dr. Stephen Kuzniak - Pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 45:14


    Most of us know the Pythagorean Theorem by heart but we don't know where to start as it relates to investing, saving, or paying off debt. Dr. Stephen Kuzniak takes a break from teaching his Personal Finance course at the University of Georgia to give us a crash course in how to handle our money better so we can afford that boat we've been wanting. You may want a pencil for this one.Stephen recommends this site to get your credit score: https://www.annualcreditreport.com/index.actionContact Stephen: kuzniak@uga.edu

    Conflicted: How to Have Conflict Without Fighting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 40:17


    Conflict is inevitable because we are all human... but certain circumstances are providing more opportunities than ever for "fightin' words". In this episode, at a time of rising tensions and an ever growing national divide, we give you a few tips to manage those convos well without hitting the hot buttons. Follow us on Instagram @genwhypodcastSend us an email: info@genwhypodcast.com

    Book Report: "Ego is the Enemy"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 34:18


    Book Report is a new monthly series on our show where we discuss a new book and what we learned from it. Think of it as the podcast version of Sparknotes...if it was written by your friend who goes to therapy. This month's book is called Ego Is The Enemy by Ryan Holiday. In it, he tackles the enemy of ambition, success, and resilience; the Ego. Read Ego is the Enemy:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/1591847818/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_BMYdFb7QZ7M02 Follow us on instagram: @genwhypodcast

    So Worth Loving | Eryn Eddy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 71:45


    The first step to learning to love your neighbor is learning to love yourself. Statistics show that Generation Y has lower self-worth than any other generation in history... we want to know why. CEO and Founder of "So Worth Loving", Eryn Eddy, tells us where to start.Learn more about So Worth Loving: https://soworthloving.com/Follow So Worth Loving on Instagram: @soworthlovingRead Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310351804/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_nJQ8EbYE6ESQ3 Read Safe People by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310345790/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_xKQ8Eb1F4B6H6 Follow us on Instagram: @genwhypodcast

    No Justice No Peace | Gerald Fadayomi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 43:27


    Since the time of this recording, riots and protests have erupted in 2000 cities and towns in all 50 states in the US, crying out with a single voice for an end to injustice and racism in America. In this episode, we are joined by Pastor, Speaker and Author of "When Life Gives You Lemons", Gerald Fadayomi to discuss why we have finally reached this tipping point and why there is no turning back. Learn more about Gerald: http://thelemonbook.comBuy Gerald's Book "When Life Gives You Lemons" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2XQe82X  Learn more about Equal Justice Initiative: https://eji.org/Learn more about Thurgood Marshall College Fund: https://www.tmcf.org/ Follow us on instagram for a CHANCE TO WIN  a free copy of Gerald's new book: @genwhypodcast

    Don't Change Me

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 35:06


    The only way to stay relevant is to change. Just ask Blockbuster. Resisting change charts a course for irrelevance and disconnection. This is true in our personal lives too. In this episode, we talk about why we all resist change and the benefit of continuously challenging what we think we know.Read "Didn't See it Coming" - https://www.amazon.com/Didnt-See-Coming-Overcoming-Experiences/dp/0735291330 Follow us on instagram: @genwhypodcast 

    The Pursuit of Purpose | Blake Canterbury

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 40:16


    What's my purpose? It's the most commonly asked question for young adults today. Purposity Founder & CEO, Blake Canterbury shares how he found his by answering 3 important questions. Download the Purposity App: https://about.purposity.com/ Learn more about Blake: http://blakecanterbury.com/ Follow us on instagram @genwhypodcast

    3 Killers of Creativity

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 24:24


    As children, no one had to teach us to be creative... As young adults, many of us have some relearning to do. In this episode we tackle 3 killers of creativity and provide some tools to help you tap back in. Read The War of Art: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PTBYH2G/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_QnHSEbNERDJ6N Read The Artist Way: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CCE4LM/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_zoHSEb4YQ6AGX Follow us on Instagram... I promise you'll laugh @genwhypodcast

    Your Next Adventure | David Entrekin

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 47:32


    Beyond Adventures COO, David Entrekin, has visited every continent in the world, trekked to the base camp of Mt. Everest, explored Antarctica and more. From his front porch, he shared some of his favorite adventures and discussed why a time when we can't travel might be the best time to plan your next adventure.Learn more about Beyond Adventures: https://beyondadventures.co/Follow them on instagram: @beyondadventurescoFollow us on instagram (I promise you'll laugh) @genwhypodcast

    Why Are States Reopening? | William Haston

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 30:57


    Congressional candidate William Haston returns to weigh in on the surprising decision to prematurely reopen some states and how you can expect it to affect WE the people.Learn more about William: WilliamHaston.com

    Expectation vs Reality

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 21:00


    We've all bought something online with lofty expectations only to have those hopes dashed upon delivery... The truth is that too often our expectation becomes the thief of happiness. In this episode we discuss 3 ways to bridge the gap between our expectations and our reality.See Jean's backup dress https://www.instagram.com/p/B_ALhQIJuIH/?igshid=k4mide9lbgwa Follow us on instagram: @genwhypodcast

    Managing Stress & Mental Health | Dr. Wendy Dickinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 40:24


    Licensed Psychologist, Founder and CEO of GROW Counseling, and Brené Brown trainee, Dr. Wendy Dickinson talks about how we can stay mentally healthy and manage stress during this time of isolation.Below are links to helpful resources that Wendy mentioned during this episode including stress videos, a survival guide to self-care, dealing with grief, tele-care, and Story Groups.GROW Counseling Covid-19 Resources: https://growcounseling.com/resources/Join a Story Group "Emotional Support During Difficult Times:" https://shor.by/GRFNDFollow us on Instagram: @genwhypodcast

    5 Tips to Work from Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 16:29


    A global pandemic has most of us working from home and if you are anything like us, it might be driving you crazy... or maybe your roommate/partner is. We searched the internet for the best articles on the topic and distilled our findings into 5 things you can do to make working from home easier and more effective. You can read those articles below:Tim Ferris's Morning Routine: https://www.businessinsider.com/tim-ferriss-morning-routine-2017-1?ampThe Muse: Tips to Work from Home: https://www.themuse.com/amp/advice/coronavirus-work-from-home-tipsLA Times: Working with a Roommate: https://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2020-03-29/working-from-home-with-roommates-partner-tips?_amp=trueForbes: Productivity Tips: https://www.forbes.com/sites/shelcyvjoseph/2020/03/30/3-productive-tips-from-work-from-home-veterans/amp/Blue Light Glasses: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R4SG77T/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_2P8GEbZE7MWKTLaptop Desk: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MM4SKHM/ref=cm_sw_r_oth_api_i_GQ8GEbFE2SFBFFollow us on instagram: @genwhypodcast

    Panic or Pandemic | ER Doctor Mehrdod Ehteshami

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 47:22


    As a global pandemic continues to spread across the world, we sat down with Dr. Mehrdod Ehteshami to give us an inside look at what is really happening in our hospitals and what we can do to stay safe.Instagram: @genwhypodcastWebsite: genwhypodcast.comContact us: info@genwhypodcast.com

    Country in Crisis | Congressional Candidate William Haston

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 54:28


    Georgia Congressional Candidate William Haston gives us a crash course in government and discusses it's role during a national crisis: COVID-19. His political career began in the 4th grade, lobbying for square pizza, and continues today as he fights for a chance to affect positive change in our country.Instagram: @genwhypodcastWebsite: genwhypodcast.comContact us: info@genwhypodcast.com

    Dating in 20/20 | LC from "Love is Blind"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 68:53


    LC, a contestant on season one of the Netflix hit show, Love is Blind, joins us to talk dirty deets and shares how a blind-dating reality show helped her see love (and herself) in a whole new way.Follow LC on instagram: @123laurencFollow us on instagram: @genwhypodcastContact us: info@genwhypodcast.com

    What is Generation Why?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2020 3:44


    Young-adulting is hard. We can help... or we will find the people who can help and interview them. Here is a sneak peak of our first 3 episodes.

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