Rachael's Universe

A 10-year-old's favorite part of Christmas, and how this year will be different. Zoom Christmas anyone? 

Iceland, Cross Country, Canada...Just going for it, independence, so much research. An overview of how I travel on a budget.

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This is the first episode of the series, Pillowtalk, where Natalie, Gabriella, and I talk candidly about navigating life. In this episode we touch on how our friendships have evolved over our time in college, what our hopes for the future are, and the importance of not losing ourselves in friendships. Enjoy!

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Is it weird to not have a boyfriend in college? Do you have to get engaged by graduation? Which dating app is the best? Relationships are complicated. It can be beautiful, confusing, magical, awkward, horrible...all at the same time. There are few things more awkward than a weird first date. Join me and my special guest, Kate, as she shares some of her best first date stories. We talk about qualities we look for in people, our types, red flags, and so much more. 

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ADHD often goes underdiagnosed in girls, because the disorder presents differently, the symptoms are often more subtle, and they don’t fit the stereotype. Because of this, many girls often live without getting support and help that could aid them in their daily activities. Natalie and I were both diagnosed with ADHD during our early college years. In this episode, we talk about our experience growing up with ADHD, coping, comorbidities, misdiagnosing, and how getting the right support can change everything.

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At the beginning of this semester, I discovered SoHoCats, a luxury feline hotel. Call me a crazy cat lady, but now I visit SoHoCats at least once a week. SoHoCats is a luxury feline hotel run by two awesome women, Alissa and Sharon. With a combined 35+ years of experience, Alissa and Sharon run a safe, fun, and unique boarding space for our feline friends. Join me as I talk with Alissa and Sharon about their history with cats, how they started their business, and the ins and outs of running a successful luxury feline hotel. 

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Mental health. It’s a touchy subject to talk about, especially when we look at how it is perceived compared to physical illnesses, such as the flu. They both affect lives and require treatment and rest, but only one is always seen as legitimate. In this episode, I have a conversation with a friend about all things mental health. We dive into what we struggle with, how people helped or didn’t help us, and the perceptions towards certain illnesses and medication. With mental illnesses that can often be hidden within our minds, it is easy to believe that we are alone. However, through conversations and vulnerability, we find that we aren’t. There is support, there is help, and there are many stories that may resonate with our own.

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Today's episode is different. Join Rachal and I as we talk to my friend, Santos, who is currently incarcerated for murder. Santos is a dear friend, and  we thought this podcast was a great opportunity to share his experience, and show people how it may differ from their idea of prison. Tune in to hear about what landed Santos a life sentence in prison, preparing for parole, his opinion on drugs, and the biggest lesson he has learned in his 16 years locked up. 

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