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Episode 027 - Kenny, the Hopeless Optimist by Simone

Tony and I talk about his experiences being a teacher and how important it is continuing to grow in adulthood. He tells me about growing up catholic and coming to the conclusion that his family timeline wasn’t for him. We share our traveling goals and the place we would never travel and why.

Tony's Social Media (IG/Snapchat: @ton_the_bone)

Janey and I talk about being a millennial and how life has changed since generations before us. She reinforces the idea of being authentic to yourself and others, and shares how your role does not have to be king or queen for you to be happy. We also delve into going viral, what it means to live versus survive, and the importance of side hustles.

Janey's Social Media (IG: @unirin_xoxo, @unirintheartist)

Alex and I talk about growing up in Southeast DC and the changes that have come with being a lifetime Washingtonian. She shares her transition into veganism and gives advice for people looking to start Living On The Vedge. She lets me in on her secret dream job and we discuss the importance of self-care.

Alex's Social Media (IG: @LivingOnTheVedgeLLC, CookingOnTheVedge.com)

Jewel and I talk about how she started her music career and how she began performing. She tells me how college is a waste and what it was like going to a small liberal arts college. We also discuss relationships, cheating, long distance, and her most unpopular opinion.

Jewel's Social Media (Twitter: @Jewel__Boss, IG: @Jewel.Boss)

Alyssa and I talk about growing up on a military base and then adjusting to civilian life. She tell me about her experiences on Tinder and we delve into the topics of dating, relationships, and ghosting. She explains how she defines self-care and how important it is to put yourself first.

Alyssa's Social Media (Twitter: @I_M_Savagelyss)

Carlos and I talk about growing up in the DMV and the contrast he experienced when he left for college. He tells the story of his worst heartbreak and his views on regret. We also discuss being pro-black, the pros and cons of social media, and what the purchase he would make if he could splurge on one thing.

Carlos' Social Media (IG: @_loswilkins34)

Aaron and I talk about his love of baking and how he got into his cupcake startup. He shares with me the issues he has with the current America and veganism. Aaron also tell me his hopes for the future in becoming a house spouse and a parent and his views on what being a true ally means.

Aaron's Social Media (IG:@bluntymcbluntface)

Makiah and I talk about how she developed her love of creatives and how she got into vlogging. She tells me about moving across the country and how that helped her grow into the person she is today. She expresses the importance of staying true to who you are and how liberating it is to take yourself out on a date.

Makiah's Social Media (YouTube: Kiah43, IG: @kiah_thedoll)

Alex and I talk about the influence and importance of sports and how they’ve played a major role in his life. We also discuss his transition and the journey he has been on in life to get to this moment. He also shares his experience in the military and an idea for a media platform of his own which will document his journey through the next phase of his life.