Party's Over: Post Grad Podcast

This episode is so fun! The concept of the dopamine menu is a way for you to sort out the things that truly bring you joy. We share some of our veryyyyy specific items on our dopamine menus and encourage you all to create your own menus. :)Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

On this episode Ashley gives us her biggest life update to date... she's having a little baby boy! If you have been listening for the last few months we joke that non of this would come as a shock to you because we have been hiding a few little Easter eggs in the episodes. Ashley gives updates on how she told family and friends, her symptoms, and emotions around all of it!Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

Dare I say we are kind of excited for fall... as summer girlies this is a big deal! Anyone else or are we alone on this one? We also chat about how we view the calendar year and show our appreciation for living somewhere that has seasons!Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

We're not always the most productive... especially when Ashley's dog won't stop bugging us while we record! But no really, productivity doesn't always come easy, but on this episode we share some of our tips for getting things done and feeling good about it. Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

Do you ever hear a song or smell something and feel transported to a memory? On this episode we talk about the importance of incorporating your senses, and other ways you can enhance your memories!Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

Spoiler Alert.. Ashley SLAYS lol jk (from Ashley)! On this lighthearted episode we catch up a bit about life and then play a silly game of "Who Knows Each Other Best?". Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

Defending yourself, correcting others, we have both admitted to both on many occasions. We can't STAND when someone doesn't understand our intentions, it can make a person lose sleep. On this episode we talk about why sometimes it has to be enough to just know that you KNOW what you meant, you know the kind of person you are, etc. You don't always need others to know, you have to be secure in yourself and your actions. Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

Friendships can be challenging, sometimes it can be nice to get a non-bias opinion! On this episode we give advice on some of your friendship dilemmas. We talk about friends not putting in effort, insensitive friends, and changing friendships.  We would love to include your story or answer your question on the next episode! Share your stories/ advice with us!Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

You know what they say... people that say yes have more fun! Sometimes we can all get in our head, too much laundry, need to workout, we have food at home, blah blah blah. There is always something else you could be doing instead, but on this episode we talk about why it's important to just say yes sometimes!  Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

Our generation is always striving for MORE and it can be challenging to feel content and that you have enough. On this episode we discuss the difference between feeling intentionally content rather than passively content. We also discuss how the things you strive for in life may begin to change as you get older. This episode was a thought provoking one and a nice reminder for us to slow down and remember that life is good! Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

Distractions SURROUND us especially in our modern day society. It can interrupt your work, chores, and even your fun! Being focused is being present and sometimes it can feel nearly impossible. On this episode we talk about the challenges that come with distraction, and our tips for staying focused!Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

On today's episode we are telling you all about what we invest in, but not in like a stocks & bonds kind of way... more in an iced coffee and plane tickets sort of way

Reminder to have more ~girlhood~ moments! Sometimes life can get so crazy we forget to make time with your friends, but on this episode we talk about how important it is and how much it can fuel us. We share ideas on how to set time aside, different actives you can do, and some of our favorite ~girlhood~ moments! Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

As we get older we begin to hit the big milestones that we may have been dreaming of our entire lives, engagements, weddings, baby showers,  buying your first home, etc. is it everything you dreamed of or is it over hyped?  We also chat about how to celebrate your friends in their non-traditional big moments! Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

Today we are joined with clothing brand founder, Balim Tezel of nus. nus has been featured in  people,  cosmopolitan, elle,  lofficielusa, brides, and more! Balim shares her story of founding the brand, what makes her business model unique, how her internships have shaped her career, and more. We loved having Balim on and are obsessed with her pieces! We left this episode feeling inspired.  Shop nus! https://www.wearenus.com/Follow nus: https://www.instagram.com/wearenus/Follow Balim: https://www.instagram.com/balimtezel/Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

As much as we love a dinner with friends sometimes it's just not enough and we might just be sick of it! On today's episode we are sharing 15- 20 of our favorite ideas to do with friends. We hope this episode came out just in time for you to add a few fun activities to do with your friends this Summer. Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

Summer is so short that it often can feel like it's slipping through our fingers! On this episode, we talk about how to spend your Summer doing the things you want to do, balancing a busy schedule, and making the most of the time you have. Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

Your rest time is important! On today's episode, we talk about how to maximize your down-time, actively and consciously rest, work hard during the day and rest guilt-free. Please note we say this all in a non-toxic non-hustle culture way LOL Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

Life can get busy so it's important to stop and tell the people you love and appreciate them! However, on this episode, we talk about how to show people you appreciate them in a way that they recognize. We also discuss how to carve time out for stuff like this in the midst of the chaos that is life!Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

We all know it's your responsibility to protect your own peace, but do you owe it to others to protect theirs too?Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

On this episode we are talking about the importance of living like you are poor instead of living like you're dying! Because living like you're dying could get you into some real financial hardships. You know how you probably say, "next month will be less busy", and it never actually gets less busy, it's similar with expenses. If you think you can spend the money now because next month you won't have as much to buy, you'll always be playing catch up!We also share a few updates to our personal lives!Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

When you are in a low place sometimes it can feel like you'll never get out of it, and you'll never be your happy, confident self again. On today's episode, we talk about what it's like to be in the low place, how to help friends in it, how to help yourself, and more. We also give our testimonies on the fact that it DOES get better and you do get your personality back, especially when it starts to get warmer outside... hehe lol Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

In college Scott and his friend found themselves hanging up flyers across campus to come watch their new band, Badfish play Sublime tribute songs in the early 00's! As the band kept booking gigs, and Scott found himself in his first computer science job post-grad, he was faced with a tough decision. Should he continue living this double life of cubicle by day, band by night, or quit and follow his dream? Fast forward 23 years later and Scott tells us what it's been like since he made that decision to pursue music full-time! We chat about life on the road, the business side of things, writing their own music (they're coming to Maine on April 20th!), and everything in between.  See Badfish - A Tribute to Sublime "High With You Tour" at the State Theatre in Portland, Maine on Saturday, April 20th at 8:00pm. BUY TICKETS HERE!Listen to "High With You" - Single: Apple MusicSpotifyFollow Badfish on Instagram Follow our InstagramFollow LizFollow Ashley

As bachelorette party season begins, it's time to plan the upcoming celebration! In this episode, we dive into the essential tips for planning the perfect bachelorette bash. Whether you're the Maid of Honor, an excited guest, or the bride herself, we've got you covered with our expert advice (we've been to a few bachelorettes in our day.)Join us as we explore the do's and don'ts of bachelorette party planning from every angle. From crafting the ultimate itinerary to avoiding common pitfalls, we share insider insights to guarantee an unforgettable experience. 

Sometimes life comes at you fast... and unexpectedly! On this weeks episode we share the good, bad, and ugly of life as an adult. For example, the constant "things will slow down next week" or "what's for dinner tonight?"! Nobody told us our minds would be constantly full!! It's a fun episode where we poke a little fun and get serious about a few things. We hope you enjoy! :) 

Believe it or not neither of us have been on a reality show, BUT if we were here are some of the ones we would love to go on and the ones we would rather skip...

Have you ever thought of your life as a business? Your friends and family are your board, your spouse is your business partner, you manage your finances, it's all very similar. On this episode we chat about why you may want to start looking at life with the lens of a business owner. 

With all this Grammy, Oscar, Taylor's boyfriend celeb talk we thought now would be a good time to chat about our thoughts on the idea of celebrities. Is super fame dead? Why do we care about celebs? We also share some juicy(ish??) gossip about the celebs we've met and celebs you've met!

Funny, how we only appreciate things when they're gone right? In Maine, winters are getting less and less well... wintery each year. On this episode we discuss what our favorite parts of winter are, how to embrace them, and why it's important to enjoy the seasons for what they are!

Tell us we aren't crazy in thinking this, but do you ever feel like as you get older you start to lose your spark? Ya know, that little twinkle you had in your eye before... not to be dramatic, but before the pressures of being an adult got to you?? Anyone? Just us, ok. On this episode we are talking about why we think it is okay to embrace the cheerfulness that comes in youth and how to still have that spark!

We're playing Kenzie Elizabeth's Dinner Cards live on the podcast! Listen to us ask each other questions we've never asked before and get some ideas for your next dinner with friends.

This year we are using our time wisely and we're being present! We share some of our goals for this year on how we can not necessarily do more, but be better about the stuff we are currently doing. How can we spend better time with loved ones, how can we be more efficient, etc. 

You've all seen it on TikTok, the lists of Ins & Outs, on this episode we take a stab at it! We share essentially what our goals and ~vibes~ are for the year to come. 

After a little break in order to celebrate the holiday season with friends and family, we are back and ringing in the new year! 2024 is here and we are talking 2024 resolutions and as a bonus we are throwing in some of our favorite meals we made in 2023. 

You asked... we tried our best to answer! POP listeners wrote in asking us for advice on in-laws, holiday schedules, roommate issues, tough love in friendship, and more. 

For many it's the time of year when you and your boss evaluate your performance *que anxiety*! On the other hand it's also raise and/or bonus season. We talk about talking points for your review, confidence, and how to talk numbers. 

It's that time of year where everyone NEEDS the newest Stanley Cup, InstaPot, or whatever else is the hot new item. Overconsumption is contagious and with trend cycles moving faster than ever it feels extremely overwhelming. We share our thoughts on overconsumption, how to avoid it, and we even share some listeners most regretted purchases!

You're staying with family, everyone is arguing, and the only thing you've consumed is pie and wine... SOS On this episode we talk about how to be the best you during the holidays. 

Whether it's a hectic schedule or a family member that can be a little much, we all have things that can make the holiday season a bit daunting. On this episode we share our tips for staying positive, managing stress, and dodging annoying questions... Happy Holidays 

In this episode, we're chatting about those subtle signs that maybe, just maybe, your buddy might not be as ride-or-die as you thought. From canceled plans to the mysteriously unanswered texts, we've all been there. But fear not, we're here to break down the red flags in a light-hearted and relatable way. We discuss the importance of authenticity and discover why it's crucial to know who you are investing your energy in. We also discuss the difference between protecting your energy, unconditional love, and more. 

The past 2 weeks have been very somber in Maine. Ashley ad Liz discuss what it was like to be in Maine while these recent events were happening and share moments that made us proud to be a Mainer. Ways You Can Support Maine: BUY A COFFEE: November 6th-8th, $1 from every @dunkindonuts coffee sold in Maine will benefit the City of Lewiston Support Fund, with a minimum commitment of $200,000.  GoFundMeMaine Community Fund

Well we aren't getting any younger and that means change. Things change, people, change, we change. It can be challenging to accept that things don't stay the same forever whether it is your looks, your mindset, or your physical ability to do things. On this episode we discuss how to accept that things aren't what they once were, why we should embrace them, and how we can get some of it back. 

On this episode, we're talking about why we decided to start trying to make our houses feel a little more like home and how we are doing it! We discuss the importance of creating a space that reflects your personality, your passions, and your roots. We share our tips for entertaining, cooking, decorating, and how we have made our spaces feel a little cozier!

After many years fetching coffee (metaphorically) we have finally worked our way up the corporate food chain, but now what? On this episode we talk about what it is like to finally feel comfortable and confident at your job and how to use this confidence to your advantage. 

Okay so we feel like there a difference between setting boundaries and protecting your peace, but we can't quiet put our finger on it. On this episode we discuss how you can protect your peace, but not in a harsh way, why it's important, and situations on why you might need to. 

Some days life can feel like groundhogs day, the same day over and over again... BOOOOO  :/ On this episode we are here to tell you how to ELEVATE the everyday and the mundane! We remind you to bring a little style to your normal outfit (Ashley here typing this in leggings and a crewneck), spend time with friends, life in the moment, make a special meal, and more!

KIDDING! We know social lives are important, but sometimes it's hard. On this episode we discuss why it's actually good for you to spend time with friends, how to make time for it, and when to even say no. 

We don't always get what we want and that can be challenging. On this episode we talk about how to use rejection as a good thing!

HOW DOES SUMMER GO BY SO DANG FAST!!!! Well, it's over, and we are sharing our Summer recaps. We discuss what we were hoping for, what actually happened, and what we will be carrying into the Fall.

Do you look back on your younger self and think wow, I'm SO different? Different in the way you think, eat, dress, how you spend your time, who you enjoy being around, etc. Well, it didn't happen overnight. It was created from several different experiences that launched you into new "phases". In this episode, we discuss why it's important to recognize these phases and how they can benefit your personal growth and even result in better relationships!

Money is one of those things that can feel realllllly overwhelming at times. On this episode we chat about some of the most common mistakes people make with their money and our tips on how to avoid them.