Podcasts about new grads

It's a big year for all of us ‘96 babies, which means our calendars are filled with lots of birthday parties! We talk about how birthday parties look now (in our late twenties/early thirties) vs. how they looked when we were younger. We also talk about various factors that we consider when throwing a birthday party, from scheduling to cost to activities!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

The latest on tensions between the U.S. and Iran and how the conflict is affecting the economy at home. Also, Bill Gates testifies before Congress about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Plus, highlights and key moments from the New York Knicks' historic Game 4 comeback against the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals. And, a closer look at the growing frustration among recent college graduates over AI and the job market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

900. Graduating into uncertainty isn't new. Every generation has done it. Rachel shares five pieces of career advice she wishes someone had handed her on the way out the door.Expert advice for navigating life after graduation — for new grads and the people cheering them on. From finances and freelancing to nutrition and knowing when to ask for help, find it all in our "Life After Graduation" playlist on Spotify.Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!Find more from Rachel at LeadAboveNoise.com.Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: modernmentor@quickanddirtytips.com Discover more from Modern Mentor!FacebookLinkedInNewsletterTranscripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The conversation with Dr. Kessler last week couldn't be contained. This week Dr. Pam and Dr. Brian continue last week's discussion with the past president of the American Dental Association, Dr. Brett Kessler, and things heated up. The very personal nature of dentistry is full display this week as they discuss the future of organized dentistry, what it means to each of them, and the support provided to our colleagues.  Accountability and mentorship can provide a steady compass to creating a meaningful future that helps prevent the drift leading to burnout. It's a reminder that living intentionally isn't reserved for moments of crisis or the end of a career; it's a practice available right now, guided by the simple discipline of knowing where you want to go.

Is AI really to blame for young people finding it hard to land first jobs? Is Black unemployment a leading indicator for the rest of the economy? Here's what the hosts of our Ambies award-winning business podcast think you should take away from the May jobs report.Fact checking by Sierra Juarez and Vito Emanuel. Your Next Listen — Which jobs are future-proofed? Connect with The Indicator — Sign up for The Indicator's brand new newsletter — Buy the Planet Money book — Find our socials, YouTube and more! — For sponsor-free episodes, subscribe to NPR+See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Check out the episode that covers everything you need to know about the job search here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z46_PadPH2o Vivian gets real about all the financial advice she wishes someone had given her when she graduated college. From credit scores and student loans to negotiating your first salary and understanding retirement accounts, this episode is the crash course every recent grad actually needs before stepping into the real world. In this episode, you'll learn: 1. The financial basics every new grad needs to understand immediately– including credit scores, student loans, budgeting, emergency funds, and why your first salary negotiation matters more than you think. 2. How to tackle debt strategically, build healthy money habits early, and set yourself up for long-term wealth through retirement accounts, investing, and compound interest. 3. Practical advice for navigating the 2026 job market, increasing your income, negotiating job offers, and building financial stability even if you're still figuring everything out. Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok! Got a financial question you want answered in a future episode? Email us at podcast@yourrichbff.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we talk about our personal theories on what differentiates only children from people with siblings - from difficulty with sharing, to relationships with parents, to…a general attitude towards life (?!) We also chat about how only child characteristics look different from younger child or older child characteristics specifically. Shoutout to the other only children out there!!!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Why healthcare marketing? For many people in the industry, healthcare marketing is a deeply purposeful career path that allows them to positively impact others' lives and improve access to healthcare. In this week's episode, our CEO Jenny offers guidance for new grads and professionals on rising industry trends and important skills for success in healthcare marketing. Major Industry TrendsShifting Search Journeys: The percentage of patients using Google for traditional searches is shrinking, as people turn toward generative AI for pre-diagnostic research.Authenticity Beats High-Production Value: With the rise of deepfakes and AI-generated media, there is a growing demand for transparent, unpolished video content.Privacy and Measurement Challenges: Marketers need to get creative in order to prove ROI while maintaining compliance, as HIPAA and state-level privacy laws have made it more difficult to track campaign performance.Essential Skills for SuccessKeep a Human in the Loop: Use AI as a productivity tool, rather than a replacement for critical thinking. Be sure humans are in charge of the storytelling.Engage Audiences with Microlearning: Work on translating complex clinical topics into engaging, short, mobile-first videos that can quickly educate and build trust.Adopt a Privacy-First Analytics Mindset: Focus on downstream business outcomes, like patient appointments, while ensuring patient information remains secure and compliant.Proceed with Empathy and Health Literacy: Focus on writing copy that is easy to understand and empathetic, that AI cannot easily replicate.Connect with Jenny:Email: jenny@hedyandhopp.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennybristow/If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear your feedback! Please consider leaving us a review on your preferred listening platform and sharing it with others.

Jevan Lenox, Chief People Officer at Writer, joined us on The Modern People Leader. We talked about why AI adoption alone is not enough, how companies can use “directed innovation” to drive real business outcomes with AI, and what high performance looks like in the AI era.----  Sponsor Links:

Graduation is here — but the jobs aren’t. On today’s Big Take podcast, we check in with recent graduates facing a brutal hiring landscape where 42% are underemployed. We look at what’s driving today’s low-hire, low-quit market, how the AI boom could hamper the job search and what happens when top-tier students finish school without a clear path forward. Read more: A Dozen Young Job Hunters on What It Takes to Get Hired Why More College Graduates Are Stuck in Jobs That Don’t Require Degrees Hosted by Sarah Holder; Produced by Julia Press; Reported by Marin Cogan; Edited by Jeffrey Grocott. Fact-checking by Laura Newcombe; Engineering by Alex Sugiura. Senior Producer: Naomi Shavin; Deputy Executive Producer: Julia Weaver. Executive Producer: Nicole Beemsterboer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a couple years since we've done a full-fledged wedding episode, and we're now much more experienced wedding-attenders than before! Today we chat about how our mindset of attending weddings has changed over the past few years, discuss our favorite parts of the wedding, and dissect small things we do to be a supportive guest at a wedding!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

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KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk talks to CBS business analyst Jill Schlesinger about the US job market and how it's impacting college graduates.

It's a big year for us here at Eat Your Crust…2026 is the year we are both turning 30. Today Crystal sits Jeesoo down and tells her all about her experience being 30 so far, and all of the changes and fears that come with unlocking a new decade!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Actionable Advice for New Grads and Their Families Ready to celebrate graduation season with a dose of real-world financial wisdom?

Today we talk about how we maintain momentum in our daily lives - from things that make it easier to build up positive momentum, to ways to break lulls in busy/unmotivated periods in our lives. We chat about the different ways we view positive energy and factors that affect us each differently.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

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In this episode, Rebecca and Jordan sit down with Angelina Ragano, a Senior HR Generalist at an electronics manufacturing company, to unpack one of the most confusing—yet most important—parts of any job offer: employee benefits. For many new graduates, benefits can feel overwhelming, full of unfamiliar terms and fine print. Angelina breaks everything down in simple, practical language to help first‑time job seekers feel confident as they evaluate offers and step into the professional world. Whether you're preparing for interviews, comparing compensation packages, or just trying to understand what “PPO” or “vesting” even mean, this episode gives you the clarity you've been looking for. Full episode transcript can be found on the episode page. Below is a general timestamp summary.  01:05 – 05:02 | What Are Employee Benefits & Why They Matter Angelina shares an overview of traditional and modern benefits, including health, wellness, and time-off, and explains how benefits contribute to total compensation.  06:04 – 15:22 | Health Insurance Basics Explained A beginner-friendly breakdown of PPO vs. HMO, deductibles, co-pays, co-insurance, out-of-pocket maximums, and how to choose a plan based on individual needs.  15:22 – 23:40 | Dental, Vision & Mental Health Resources (EAPs) Angelina differentiates dental and vision insurance from medical coverage and explains how Employee Assistance Programs support mental health and personal needs.  23:40 – 31:40 | Financial Benefits: 401(k), Matching, Vesting & Tuition Reimbursement A clear overview of retirement plans, employer matching strategies, vesting timelines, and how tuition reimbursement works for continuing education.  31:40 – 40:25 | PTO, Sick Leave, Illinois Paid Leave & FMLA Discussion of major time-off structures, state-specific leave policies, and what new grads should know about job‑protected federal leave.  40:25 – 45:18 | Workplace Perks & Soft Benefits Hybrid work arrangements, home-office stipends, wellness reimbursements, pet insurance, and lifestyle spending accounts—what they are and why they matter.  45:18 – 49:32 | Evaluating Job Offers & Spotting Red Flags Angelina shares how to read a benefits packet, what to look for in waiting periods and plan options, and which elements may be negotiable.  49:32 – End | Final Advice for New Graduates Key takeaways, common things students overlook, and encouragement for asking questions during the job-offer stage.  Do you have questions for Angelina? Send them to careerpodcast@cod.edu or connect with her on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/angelina-ragano/Listeners in the College of DuPage community can visit our website. All other listeners are encouraged to view the resources of their local community college, WIOA training programs, or other local support centers.Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn @codcareercenter

Today we chat about work trips - from local shindigs to international events! We talk about ways we keep ourselves sane and the importance of alone time on these trips. We also talk about staying out late and bringing an SO along to a trip!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today we talk about the experience of relationship building with family friends in our parents' generation! We chat about our go-to conversation topics, how we work around any awkwardness or distance that we feel, and explore language barriers we've felt previously. We hypothesize over when the prime family friend era is and theorize about conversations family friend parents may have!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today we sit down to talk about a spicy emotion…jealousy! We discuss how often we feel jealous and dive into specific things that can trigger it. We also talk about ways to process and handle our feelings of envy!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Transformational leadership isn't something you inherit. It's built through mindset, resilience, and the willingness to do the inner work. This episode of Bold Journeys goes deep into that process with Raj Gupta, Global Head of Partnerships at TCS — a leader shaped not by titles, but by discipline, humility, and purpose. Raj's story begins in a middle‑class home in India, where he watched his father work without ever checking the clock. A major setback early in life forced him to retake his engineering exams, eventually ranking seventh in his state. That moment became a defining lesson in resilience and honest self‑assessment — a theme that runs through his entire career. Across his journey from electronics to software, from India to the U.S., and from contributor to global leader, Raj shares the mindset shifts that shaped his growth. He talks openly about being passed over for opportunities and the discipline of building for the next role while honoring the current one. We explore the habits that keep a leader adaptable and close with the anchors that keep him grounded: health, family, faith, and the belief that leadership is measured not by the followers you gather, but by the leaders you develop. Key Takeaways Mindset drives growth. Your attitude, work ethic, and willingness to do the inner work shape your trajectory more than any opportunity or title. Setbacks are feedback. Honest self‑assessment, clarity of purpose, and the courage to restart turn failure into fuel. Curiosity is a leadership advantage. In a world shaped by AI and rapid change, adaptability matters more than tenure. Keep unlearning and relearning. Humility sustains leadership. Pause before reacting, admit mistakes, listen deeply, and build leaders — not followers. Join the Journey Stay with us, subscribe, and share this episode with anyone who is looking for more resilience, purpose, and advancement in their career. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@boldjourneysco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boldjourneysco/ Through The Fire Newsletter: https://boldjourneys.co/subscribe/ Chapters 00:00 Quick Tips from Raj 03:10 Raj's Global Role at TCS 04:33 Growing Up in India 07:54 Early Leadership Instincts 09:20 Moving to the United States 15:20 Purpose Over Money 18:01 Fear of Failure Reframed 22:08 Unlearning Over Experience 23:40 Learning from New Grads 25:56 Curiosity in the AI Era 28:24 Culture And Skip Level Leadership 30:35 Leading Gen Z with Humility 32:12 The Parable of the Dirty Window 36:36 Rapid Fire Leadership Rules 40:58 Health Family Work Balance 43:58 Legacy And Admitting Mistakes

Today we define what it means to have wholesome fun and explore how the way we have fun has changed over the years - from outdoor competitions, to sports, to book clubs and board games! We also talk about how these types of hobbies give us a sense of fulfillment and can help foster new or deepen existing relationships.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today we sit down and try to figure out what our ‘type' is, for romantic relationships, personal friendships, and work connections! We try to describe each others' types because sometimes…it's easier for a third party to clock the pattern ;-) We also try to dissect our personal values and needs based on the common factors we see in our close connections!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Did Triman ever buy his own camera setup? Has he figured out which niche or specialty he wants to pursue? Are molar endodontics and surgical extractions still his fear procedures? And how's he getting on with those tricky fee discussions and private patient conversations? Dr Triman Ahluwalia returns for another catch-up — one year after stepping into his first associate position. In this episode, Jaz follows Triman's journey from new graduate to confident young clinician, exploring what's changed and what lessons he's learned along the way. From building confidence in complex procedures to improving communication and investing in the right tools, this episode is packed with insights every fresh grad and early-career dentist can relate to. https://youtu.be/gJNUM6JSLfE Watch IC066 on YouTube Takeaways Investing in photography can enhance documentation and patient engagement. Confidence in discussing costs with patients improves with experience. Mentorship is vital for growth and learning in dentistry. Building a strong portfolio is essential for career development. Choosing the right educational path depends on personal learning styles. Communication with patients should focus on care rather than costs. Dentistry offers diverse pathways for specialization and growth. Highlights: 00:00 Teaser 00:30 Introduction 03:18 Patient Demographics and Practice Insights 06:04 Investing in Photography Equipment 10:13  Handling Complex Procedures and Referrals 13:20 Choosing the Right Courses for Career Growth 17:21 Communicating Costs and Building Confidence 18:32 Midroll 21:53 Communicating Costs and Building Confidence 27:31 Learning from Senior Colleagues and Mentorship 31:50 Building and Improving Your Dental Portfolio 33:56 Final Reflections and Advice for Young Dentists 38:41 Outro

Struggling to find momentum after the holiday break - and wondering where to focus first in your clinic?In this episode of the GYC podcast, we break down how to create real momentum in the early new year by mastering your time, money, and priorities. We unpack practical strategies for cleaning up your calendar, structuring admin time, and creating financial clarity with simple budgeting and bank account systems. You'll learn how to lay strong foundations through better planning, mentoring your team, reactivating past patients with automated campaigns, and strengthening referral relationships that drive sustainable growth.If you want to move from reactive to intentional and set your clinic up for a strong first quarter (and beyond), this episode gives you a clear, practical roadmap to start now - and keep momentum building.Need to systemise your clinic? Start your free trial of Allie!  https://www.allieclinics.com/ Resources & ReferencesGYC Podcast E271 - Shawn Goldberg: Preventing Burnout https://www.clinicmastery.com/shawn-goldberg-preventing-burnout-at-work-employee-assistance-program-and-more/ In This Episode You'll Learn: ☕ How to create momentum in the early new year

We're back with season 8! Did you miss us? Today we sit down to catch up over our thoughts for this new year and speculate on how 2026, Year of the Fire Horse, will be for us two Fire Rats.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

If hiring feels impossible and retention feels fragile, you're not alone — and you're not crazy. In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Podcast, Nathan Shields and Adam Robin break down why recruiting is harder than ever right now, and why the real solution isn't “more applicants” — it's building a retention machine that compounds. Drawing directly from real-world clinic experience, Nathan shares how shifting focus from reactive hiring to intentional retention, leadership development, and new-grad pipelines allowed his organization to stabilize staffing, protect culture, and sleep better at night — even in one of the most competitive labor markets physical therapy has ever seen. Together, they unpack what practice owners must do as we head into 2026 to stop bleeding talent, stop overpaying for lateral hires, and start developing leaders from within. You'll learn:Why “hiring is impossible” is a signal to fix retention first — not panic recruitHow to identify and lock in your true A-players before competitors doThe exact conversations owners should be having with key team members to secure 12-month commitmentsWhy new grads are the most overlooked (and highest-upside) recruiting strategy right nowHow to turn student placements into long-term leaders inside your organizationWhat a real leadership development pathway looks like — from new grad → leader → clinic directorHow delegation, ownership, and development directly impact retention and recruiting outcomesThe mindset shifts owners must make to stop being the bottleneck and start building a scalable team If you're a clinic owner, hiring manager, or leader who feels stuck between burnout, turnover, and constant recruiting pressure, this episode will help you rethink how you build teams — and show you how to create a system where great people want to stay, grow, and recruit others for you.

Today we talk about things we do at work outside of our typical job scope - including attending happy hours, helping to plan events or socials, and taking classes or optional programs to expand our expertise! We chat about ways to make work life feel more dynamic and catered to our personal interests and goals.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today our friends Tiffy and Cindy join us to talk about Girls Nights! We chat about whether we prefer a cozy night in or wild night out with our girlfriends, and discuss some of our favorite activities. We also chat about expectations of meeting or incorporating new people into girls nights, and reminisce about some of our favorite memories together!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today we discuss some of our personal quirks and habits! We talk about random habits we never realized we had until someone else pointed it out, or someone else did the opposite. We chat through habits we've picked up or broken due to our SO.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today our friends Katie and Jimin join us to talk about the infamous fantasy punishment…999, aka the punishment of consuming 9 hot dogs and 9 beers in the span of 9 innings. Tune into find out what strategies they employed to do their 999 punishment, as well as tips and tricks for (potential) future 999 attempts.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Howard joins UNLV's Advanced General Dentistry Fall 2025 class to share straight talk on what life looks like after graduation. From the impact of AI on dentistry, to the myths and realities of DSOs, to why private practice is still a strong path. This episode is packed with advice for new dentists!   A special thanks to Dr. Karen Kucharski for facilitating the discussion!    Want Howard to lecture your class for free? Email him at howard@dentaltown.com Join Dentaltown.com today and discuss great dentistry with great dentists!

Today we discuss how we approach conflict in our relationships. We try to see if any of our habits trace back to what we learned from our parents, and dissect any learnings from past mistakes.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Amy Adler shares how new graduates can craft resumes that highlight their real strengths without relying on gimmicks, AI shortcuts, or overly designed formats. She explains why good resumes come from asking the right questions, how they differ from LinkedIn profiles, and practical ways to uncover accomplishments—even in true entry-level roles.

Today our friends Aileen and Harpreet join us to talk about bringing your social A game to events and hangouts! We chat about what kind of events make us feel the most comfortable socially, and dive into any tips or tricks that help to set the vibes of an event. We discuss whether we actively try to set the vibes or whether we passively enhance it. Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

SLP malpractice insurance without ASHA Membership (or the CCC), fact or fiction? In this Fix SLP Summer School episode, Dr. Jeanette Benigas, SLP, and Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, discuss affordable liability coverage options for licensed SLPs who choose not to maintain ASHA membership or the CCC. They explain the ProLiability/AMBA partnership, why it's not your only option, what policies and riders are important (malpractice, general liability, E&O, license defense), and how to shop smart for rates that fit your risk and setting.Plus: our first sponsor, ⭐️ Remedy ⭐️, an EMR built by SLPs, offering early access with 50% off your first two months. Check them out! PLUS, a quick Michigan update: Health Policy Committee vote scheduled for HB 4484.New here? Subscribe, share with a colleague, and call the Minivan Meltdown line at fixslp.com to add your voice.

Today, Kaila Yu, author of the memoir Fetishized joins us to explore how Asian women are portrayed in the media. We discuss the impact of books like Memoirs of a Geisha and raunch culture from the 2000s, and talk about how much of the media we consume is internalized as women. We chat about how to ground ourselves in self-love instead of seeking validation externally.Find Kaila on Instagram @kailayu or on her website kailayu.com. Her book, Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty will be out in all stores on August 19th!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

We often overlook the important transition from having been a student your whole life, to addressing the question of “what's next?”. This is a time of self-discovery like never before. Hillary Spiritos joins me on the podcast to talk about this unique phase of life and her “Bat Outta Hell” coaching company with her model and method for helping this cohort challenge themselves to look deep and see if the choices they are making are from their authentic selves that is blossoming or are they still following the pressure of parents, peers, and society. A fascinating conversation!Learn more about her coaching programs on her website:Website: https://batouttahell.net/ Follow her on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bat.outta_hell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bat.outta_hell**********Thank you to FeedSpot for selecting “Parenting the Adlerian Way” as the #1 parenting podcast in Canada!Do you have a parenting question for me? Send it to hello@alysonschafer.com and I'll answer (anonymously) on an upcoming Q&A podcast.Sign up for my monthly newsletter at www.alysonschafer.com and receive my “Responsibilities By Age” pdf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chuck and Chris discuss fellowship graduation, a case of AIN palsy, and advice for new fellowship graduates as the establish their practices.  Join us to hear our opinions and always feel free to share yours at handpocast@gmail.comWe are in need of a podcast intern!  We would appreciate any referrals!See www.practicelink.com/theupperhand for more information from our partner on job search and career opportunities.The Upper Hand Podcast is sponsored by Checkpoint Surgical, a provider of innovative solutions for peripheral serve surgery. To learn more, visit https://checkpointsurgical.com/.As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and concluding music.For additional links, the catalog.  Please see https://www.ortho.wustl.edu/content/Podcast-Listings/8280/The-Upper-Hand-Podcast.aspx

Today we put our friend caps on and think about what we would do in sticky situations with our friends. We talk about how we would react if our friend confessed they were cheating, or if a good friend started hanging out with our opp, and other tough situations!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Welcome to medicine, new graduate — and welcome to this powerful episode of The PA Is In. Tracy Bingaman shares an open letter filled with hard-earned wisdom, heartfelt encouragement, and truth-telling advice for those just beginning their journey in healthcare.From learning to negotiate and setting boundaries, to avoiding burnout and defining your own version of success, this episode is a rallying cry for new grads to challenge the status quo. Whether you're starting your first job or mentoring someone who is, this message is a must-hear for anyone in healthcare today.In this episode, you'll hear:What she wishes someone told her when she startedThe real cost of buying into hustle cultureHow to redefine success on your termsFinancial advice no one gave you in PA schoolWhy negotiation isn't optional — it's essential

In this refreshingly honest episode, we chat with Dr. Meenal Agarwal, an Optometrist and private practice owner, about the mental health challenges that often come with life after optometry school.Geared toward students and new grads, this conversation covers: What burnout really feels like and when to hit reset How to build a sustainable work/life balance by aligning yourself Setting boundaries with staff, patients, and even yourself Why it's okay to not have it all figured out Dr. Agarwal shares her own story, red flags to watch for, and her best advice for navigating your early years in practice with compassion and perspective. The Four Eyes Podcast is brought to you by YoungOD Connect Learn more about Dr. Agarwal by listening to her podcast, Uncover Your Eyes: 

Welcome to The Smiling Homeschooler Podcast! This week we are excited to be joined by Todd's daughter,  Maggie! She's getting married in just a few weeks, so we talk all about her upcoming wedding, her journey to becoming a nail technician, and what life has been like after school. It's a fun episode, and we hope you enjoy listening! We want to thank Teaching Textbooks for making The Smiling Homeschooler possible. Their match curriculum helps thousands of homeschoolers smile each and every day, and we would encourage you to check it out for next school year over at teachingtextbooks.com.  Also, today's show is being underwritten by Samaritan Ministries, a community of Christians who pay one another's medical bills, helping families take a safe step of faith as they feel God's leading in career or ministry changes, or in bringing moms home. You can learn more at SamaritanMinistries.org/familyman Have a great week and don't forget to smile! 

Today our friend Sunny joins us to talk about food in the household! We reminisce on what eating at home looked like in our childhood and any food-related habits our parents instilled into us. We explore how our families handled snacks, fast food, and sharing, as well as any phases our households went through in our eating habits. Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

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Today our friend Jimmy joins us to discuss the various ways we approach our meetings - from pre-meeting chitchat to miming reactions on camera. We talk about taking on roles in meetings, like being a note taker or the jokester. Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today we talk about our hormonal health and periods! We discuss the process of going off a long-term birth control and getting reintroduced to the hormonal cycle. We talk about how to work with the different phases of the cycle and changes we notice in our body and mood. We also share what we personally like to do during our periods.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today we talk about how we balance our personal independence with our romantic relationships! We chat about our ideal balance of solo time vs. time with our partners. We also talk about signs that alert us that we need more independence when in a relationship.Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod

Today we chat about our latest dreams and ambitions and explore how they have changed over the years. We chat about the various pressures around dreams, whether it's having The Dream or comparing our dreams to what we see on LinkedIn or those around us. We discuss ways to keep the D&A (dreams & ambitions) alive in the day to day!Support the showFollow us on social media @eatyourcrustpod