On the Brink

Emily and special guests Molly, Carli, and Jenna chat about their new careers and dating in their early 20s! 

Emily and special guest Lindsay chat about Lindsay's career in journalism which has led her to work in media in Chicago! 

Emily and special guests Kasey and Kelly chat about being fraternal twins and having completely different lives in their 20s! 

Emily and special guest Matt discuss Matt's path into journalism and what he hopes to do once he graduates with his degree in Data Journalism! 

Emily and special guests Annie and Amanda continue the Chicago dating conversation! 

Emily and special guests Annie and Amanda chat about dating in Chicago, specifically using apps and in the pandemic! 

*TRIGGER WARNING - sexual assault* Emily and special guest Amanda talk about Amanda's experience  as a sexual assault survivor. Though not a typical episode for this podcast, I think it's important to bring this topic to light and offer up support and/or encourage others to speak up and share their stories as well. Please know that you are not alone! Resources shared: https://www.rainn.org (national) & http://www.nwcasa.org (northwest Illinois) 

Emily and special guest Courtney chat about Courtney's path into epidemiology! Though she started this career before the pandemic, the pandemic has significantly altered her path. We chat about what epidemiology is and the work she has been doing in public health. *And yes, Courtney knows what the CDC stands for

Emily and special guest (also her sister!) Sarah chat about Sarah's many animals and the path that she is currently on to become a vet! 

Emily and special guest Marc discuss Marc's career path from school to becoming an energy specialist for a school district! 

Emily and special guest Andrew chat about Andrew's path into bowling at the collegiate level and now post-collegiate level! 

Emily and special guest Shannon open season 4 with a discussion of what Turner Syndrome is and how it has been living with TS in the pandemic!

Emily and special guest Kenny chat about Kenny's path from musical theatre to software engineering as an Asian man in his 20s! 

Emily and special guest Joey chat about Joey's unique path from physics to music education and how the pandemic has affected teaching!

Emily and special guests Ben and Emily chat about their paths to having a successful photography business, their newest business Bread and Honey Co, and how they became debt free in 20 months! 

Emily and special guest Lizzy chat about Lizzy's crazy adoption story and shares some insight into having a mental illness and how best to cope with that!

Emily and special guests Theresa and Ava discuss their similar toxic exes, red flags, gaslighting, and share some advice for others in similar situations!

Emily and special guest Erica chat about Erica's path into archaeology, her transition to making art more full time, and her goals for the future!

Emily and special guest Sean chat about his path into the classical music world and shares some insight into auditioning and making it work in such a cutthroat field!

Emily and special guest Katherine chat about Katherine's path into physical therapy, her brother's spinal cord injury, and her current side hustle!

Emily and special guest Will chat about Will's path from opera & composition to medicine and how music still fits into his life despite the change!

Emily and special guest Erin chat about Erin's path into the arts, how versatility has paid off in her career, and what we think the future of the music industry could look like post-pandemic!

Emily and special guest Briggs Hurley chat about his rise to becoming viral on Tik Tok as well as other aspects of his 20s thus far!

Emily (by herself!) briefly reflects on the struggles of 2020 in the United States and gives a sneak preview of what is ahead for Season 3! Disclaimer that all views and opinions are completely subjective, and Emily only scratches the surface on many important topics in this episode.

Emily and special guest Tommy Bravos chat about his path to becoming a musician in Chicago and shares how he has stayed relevant and busy during the pandemic!

Emily and special guest (and sister!) Molly discuss what it's been like to turn 20 in 2020, generational differences (from a Gen Z perspective) and life as a nursing student!

Emily and special guest (and roommate) Ava discuss what it's been like dating in the pandemic. Ava chats about being in a relationship that started right before the pandemic and Emily shares some stories from being on the apps during this time.

Emily and special guest John chat about how it is being married at 25 and John's path from music to horticulture!

Emily and special guest (and cousin!) Katherine chat all about the Enneagram and go through our specific types!

Emily and special guest Lil Richard join together once again to discuss voting and the upcoming election. You won't want to miss this important discussion!

Emily and special guest (and cousin) Brooke discuss Brooke's path into nutrition and dietetics, explains her field to those who may not be familiar, and shares some tips about nutrition!

Emily and special guest Anne Marie talk about her change in career path from Vocal Performance to SLP, her new Etsy small business, and how her wedding plans got altered due to the pandemic!

Surprise, there is no guest this week! I thought I would take this episode to share my path into working four jobs in the arts and how my life/career has drastically shifted in the pandemic. I have talked a lot about my career very generally in past episodes, but today I go in depth to share my story and offer up some advice I've learned along the way.

Emily and special guest Annie discuss Annie's path into Occupational Therapy and how she was able to earn her doctorate degree by age 25!

Emily and special guest Marisa share their individual grad school experiences and talk about toxic work environments, specifically in the arts.

Emily and special guest and former coworker, Zeljka, reminisce on working in the service industry as hotel restaurant hostesses. They share crazy stories from their time in the restaurant and working room service!

Emily and her dad (aka Lil Richard) throw it back to Lil Richard's 20s. He shares what it was like working in the hotel industry, throwing many parties, and a few funny (or not so funny) stories!

Emily and special (international!) guest and fellow podcaster Lucy Norris chat about Lucy's podcast "What It's Like with Luce," the pros and cons of social media, and Lucy's path to journalism!

Emily and special guest (and friend of 20 years!) Lauren discuss Lauren's path into dental hygiene, as well as finding hobbies in your 20s.

Emily and special guest (and current roommate!) Ava discuss the secrets of being good friends and roommates, the Western Massachusetts dating scene, and share a few funny stories! FYI: this episode is a bit more PG-13.

Emily and special guest Nick Cocorikis resminisce on memories from Illinois Wesleyan, chat about what it was like for NIck working internationally (in Japan) after college, and how to navigate life after college!

Emily and special guest (again!) Megan reminisce on their time together at IWU, share their struggles of working in the arts, and give tips on how to maintain friendships post-college.

Emily and special guest Ethan Renoe chat about coping with the quarantine, religion, traveling, and more!

Emily and special guest Lucas discuss the struggles of interviewing in our 20s. Lucas brings a new perspective as a 22 year old who will soon be attending medical school.

Special Edition Episode: Emily and special guest Megan discuss the proposal to potentially eliminate the Illinois Wesleyan School of Music, our experiences as alums of the SoM, and why it should not be eliminated.

Emily and special guest Madeline discuss communication struggles in online dating and in real life, as well as tips on how to help anxiety from dating.

An introduction to your host, Emily, a sneak preview of topics to come this season, and a segment on the positives coming out of the coronavirus craziness!

Emily and special guest Remington discuss the struggles of online dating in our 20s. We learn some new lingo and share our experiences/stories from being on Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge.