What a year, huh? Katelynn and Alexis discuss and reflect on the year 2020, their mental health transformations, change in opinions and thoughts, rediscovering themselves, thoughts on new year's resolutions and goals, as well as thoughts and st

019. Sorry Mom, Hungover Birthday Girl, Punched in the Club Bathroom

Dec 9th, 2020 1h 5m

Nothing like getting hungover on your birthday... right? Katelynn and Alexis discuss their drinking misadventures including first drinking experiences, drinking while studying abroad, Katelynn's wild 21st birthday, change in drinking habits and

018. Long Distance Relationships, FaceTime with a Stranger, Anticlimactic Reunion

Dec 2nd, 2020 42m 50s

Are long distance relationships worth it? Katelynn and Alexis discuss their experiences and thoughts in long distance relationships in both friendships and dating relationships as well as realities and tips on how to thrive in a long distance r

017. Acne as a Barrier, Makeup as a Mask, Perfection Obsession

Nov 25th, 2020 1h 1m

Why are we so obsessed with being "flawless?" Katelynn and Alexis discuss their acne journeys, relationship with makeup growing up, insecurities, society's obsession with the idea of perfection, beauty standards and appearance in the media, as

016. F*** The "Four Year" Degree, Discouraged College Students, Dying to Live

Nov 18th, 2020 1h 3m

What's the rush or need for college anyways? Katelynn and Alexis discuss their thoughts on college as a structure in our society, the education system, pros and cons of going to college, their reasoning behind attending college, the college exp

015. A Beautiful Coming of Age Story, Too Good to Be True, Burning Memories

Nov 11th, 2020 1h 4m

Breakups are the best thing that ever happened to us. Katelynn and Alexis discuss their breakup and healing process from long-term relationships, including their mental and physical well-being, getting outside of their comfort zone, learning to

Bonus

014.5 An Insider Look at The Influencer Industry w/ Sincerely Sarah C.

Nov 6th, 2020 41m 26s

What better way to learn more about the influencer industry than to ask an influencer? Sarah, aka Sincerely, Sarah C., a beauty and lifestyle YouTuber, joins Katelynn and Alexis in discussing Sarah's unexpected journey to becoming an influencer

014. The Word “Influencer” SUCKS, Sell-Outs, What's Behind The Cameras?

Nov 4th, 2020 51m 36s

Why does the word "influencer" make me cringe? Katelynn and Alexis discuss the meaning of being an influencer, the disconnect between consumers and influencers, the ethics behind influence, the power and privilege in the influencer industry, fl

013. Years of People Pleasing, Never Good Enough, Lost Childhood Experiences

Oct 28th, 2020 54m 56s

Not caring about what other people think is easier said than done… Katelynn and Alexis discuss their personal journeys with confidence from childhood to adulthood, years of people pleasing, how insecurities can turn into a barrier in life as we

012. Ghosting My Boyfriend, Vibe Check, Bad Boy

Oct 21st, 2020 57m 38s

Oh to be a 15 year old in high school.... Katelynn and Alexis discuss dating post-breakup, first date storytimes, "things," unrequited love, "guy best friends," how they got into their current serious relationships and advice for taking on the

Bonus

011.5 Entrepreneurship w/ Valeria Sanchez

Oct 16th, 2020 1h 8m

Small business owner of Valessence LLC, Valeria Sanchez, joins Katelynn and Alexis on a conversation about entrepreneurship, including long-term visualization, importance of education on self-development and business, mindset shifts, support sy

011. Finding Freedom, MLM Scam, "Work/Life" Balance

Oct 14th, 2020 48m 48s

We are TIRED of answering to everyone else! Katelynn and Alexis discuss why they want to be their own boss including creating their ideal lifestyles, mlm scam storytime and challenges and realities of being your own boss including the tough beg

Bonus

010.5 Food and Diet Culture w/ Meghan Rillamas

Oct 9th, 2020 47m 11s

One size does NOT fit all. Food and body image coach Meghan Rillamas joins Katelynn and Alexis on a conversation about the effects of diet culture on our perceptions of ourselves and food, practical ways to heal our relationships with food on a

010. Hot Cheetos, The Pyramid, Food Morality

Oct 7th, 2020 40m 3s

Sometimes food is not about food at all? Katelynn and Alexis discuss their relationships with food including how it plays a role in their daily lives through feelings of guilt, anger, fear and personal traumas, diet culture, morality attached t

009. Guilty Child, Suppressed Emotions, Being Human

Sep 30th, 2020 1h 13m

Katelynn and Alexis discuss anxiety including how it plays a role in their daily lives through breakdowns and panic attacks, their triggers such as guilt, feeling invalidated, and past traumas, as well as practical tips and advice from how they

008. Retail Sucks, Existential Crisis, Kissing Peoples’ A**

Sep 23rd, 2020 48m 7s

Is there anyway we can opt-out of the “real world?” Katelynn and Alexis discuss the job hunt including storytimes about the worst jobs ever, thoughts on the application process from resumes to interviews, post-college existential crisis, living

007. F*** Numbers, Eating Almonds, Cookie Pouches

Sep 16th, 2020 1h 2m

Learning to love our bodies is always a work in progress. Katelynn and Alexis discuss body image including their insecurities, hip dips and tummies, numbers, habits, relationships with food, asian culture and how to build a positive, healthy pe

006. F*** The 5 Year Plan, Marriage and Babies, Challenging Our Boundaries

Sep 9th, 2020 1h 6m

Are we supposed to have everything figured out after our 20s? Katelynn and Alexis discuss “the social timeline,” aka the steps that are "supposed" to be followed after your 20s, including 5 year plans, marriage, babies, work status, COVID-19 an

005. Unfollow Spree, 1000 followers, 6 friends, Nana Has Facebook

Sep 2nd, 2020 47m 17s

Put your f******g phone down!!! But turn on our podcast before you do. Katelynn and Alexis discuss social media and how it affects their lives everyday both positively and negatively including cancel culture, body image, feeling connected and u

004. Sh***y Friend Phase, Internalized Micro-Misogyny, Elementary School Drama

Aug 26th, 2020 57m 30s

Can you tell us how exactly to make friends in our 20s? Katelynn and Alexis discuss what community means, funny and traumatizing storytimes about friendships and communities they have been a part of in the past, loneliness, difficulties making

003. Missing Out on Life, Growing a Garden, Calculating My Career

Aug 19th, 2020 48m 31s

Can we escape "the grind" work ethic? Katelynn and Alexis discuss what "the grind" means, how this way of living affects their daily life including burnout, fear of being left behind, misunderstanding by the people closest to you and figuring o

002. Worst Birthday Ever, Being THE IG Couple, Crying in My College Dorm

Aug 12th, 2020 1h 12m

What's more romantic than your "first love?" Right...? Katelynn and Alexis spill the tea on their past relationships including toxic habits, emotional storytimes, personal growth and healing through very similar, but different experiences.

001. F*** Expectations, Unemployed Living in My Parent's Basement, College?

Aug 3rd, 2020 52m 1s

What the hell does independence even mean? Katelynn and Alexis discuss the expectations surrounding independence, college, the rush to be “on your own” and reflect on how they found their own meaning of independence through very different exper

Trailer

Introducing Less Than Ideal 20s

Jul 27th, 2020 32s

Introducing Less Than Ideal 20s presented by Alexis Kamalani and Katelynn Cassidee Rae. A podcast for 20 somethings figuring out what they are doing with their lives, one less than ideal situation at a time.

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