Who doesn’t love saving a few bucks, or making some?! Thrifting is an awesome way to do both. Today’s guest Kiara Penaflor is the owner of CSHAthrft, a thrift store focused on sustainable fashion that was started in 2017. Kiara spills how to trade your thrifted item in for a new one at the store it’s from, what you should never buy from a thrift store, and that time she got scammed buying a pair of Jordan’s. She also gives tips on setting your prices, posting your ads, and how to haggle down the price. Listen up!

Episode Resources:

Depop: https://www.depop.com

Plato’s Closet: https://www.platoscloset.com/home

Thrift Market: https://www.instagram.com/skalelagge/?utm_medium=copy_link

Uncle Vintage: https://shopunclevintage.com

Vintage Reserves: https://www.instagram.com/vintage_reserves/?utm_medium=copy_link

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Depop: https://www.depop.com/k9enaflor/

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Let’s talk about sex baby! Your hosts are joined today by licensed clinical psychologist, sex therapist and podcaster Dr. Moali! She gives recommendations for the questions you should ask before having sex with a new partner, where you can tested for STI’s, and ways you can inform sexual partners about any past trauma. Dr. Moali also shares on why porn isn’t the place to go for sex ed, what’s considered “normal” (here’s a hint: nothing!) and gives advice on how to spice up your sex life. There’s also chats on faking orgasms, asexuality, kink, pain during sex, and masturbation. This episode has it all!

Episode Resources:

Lelo Pleasure Products: https://www.lelo.com

Planned Parenthood: https://www.plannedparenthood.org

Watts the Safeword: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCokRyLsHxh-NykvT4uA6n2g

Take-Home STI Kits: https://www.everlywell.com https://www.letsgetchecked.com/ca/en/ https://www.stdcheck.com https://www.healthlabs.com https://www.nurx.com https://www.prioritystdtesting.com

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Instagram: @sexologypodcast

Sexology Podcast: h https://open.spotify.com/show/26qNTh13RwR51m9Tu3iMlW?si=KZWObJ0KTR-y_kOvHDeeag&dl_branch=1

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Dear listener,

You are cordially invited to this week’s episode of Society of Grownups. The dress code is black tie and please make sure to bring a gift from the registry. Well, not quite… but there are some newlyweds on as your guests! Bea and Roman Melanson are here to talk all things wedding and marriage. They explain how to get a marriage license, buy an ethical engagement ring, and save money on your wedding invitations (who knew they were so expensive?!) The two share their biggest mistake during planning, what’s worth the splurge, and why on the big day all the small things don’t really matter. Oh, did we mention they planned their nuptials during a pandemic?! All that, and a few gross/adorable conversations about love. Take a listen!

Resources:

Minted: https://www.minted.com

Spence Diamonds: https://spencediamonds.com

Vista Print: https://www.vistaprint.ca

Wedding Registry: https://www.myregistry.com

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Bea’s website: https://beatricecampbell.wixsite.com/actor

Instagram: @beamelanson

Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/MusicGirl00440

Wedding website: https://www.theknot.com/us/beatrice-campbell-and-roman-melanson-jul-2021

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We spend a majority of our lives in our homes, but creating a space you love can be difficult, especially if you’re on a budget and/or in an apartment. To help you with that is Alexander Gater! As a YouTuber and home decor expert, she helps millennials decorate their rental spaces. In this week’s episode, she shares tips and tricks on experimenting with color, using storage to your advantage, and utilizing what you already own to improve your space. Alexandra also gives advice on investing in a piece vs. thrifting it and how to work with your landlord and roommates to make a space your own. The three of them gush over Home Sense and discuss why creating a home you love can be integral to your mental well-being. You don’t want to miss it!

Episode Resources:

Article: https://www.article.com

Downloadable Art: https://www.etsy.com/ca/search?q=downloadable%20prints

IKEA: https://www.ikea.com

Kijiji: https://www.kijiji.ca

Lighting: https://www.etsy.com/ca/search?q=lighting

Structube: https://structube.com

West Elm: http://westelm.com

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Instagram: @alexandragater

Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/5K9UeivsnrM

YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/AlexandraGater

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Jobs are a necessary part of being an adult. So how the heck do you get one?! How do you ask for a raise? How can you cope with getting fired or laid off? All those questions and more are answered in this jam-packed episode! This week’s guest is Dani Evans, an HR specialist, money coach and creator of Dollars with Dani. She breaks down resume and cover letter do’s and don’ts, the benefits of LinkedIn, and how to report sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace. Dani also gives tips on negotiating salary and other compensations, quitting a job in a professional way, initiating diversity training at your job, and prepping for interviews. Your hosts learn a lot in this episode and hopefully you will too!

Episode Resources:

Glass Door: https://www.glassdoor.com http://www.glassdoor.ca

Salary help: https://www.salary.com https://www.salaryexpert.com https://www.payscale.com

Follow Dani!

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dollarswithdani

Instagram: @dollarswithdani

Tik Tok: @dollarswithdani

Twitter: @dollarswithdani

Website: https://www.dollarswithdani.com

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We do everything in our bodies, and they’re with us for life…so why aren’t we taught how to have a healthy relationship with them? This week’s guests Stef Streb and Julie Ohlemacher are your teachers! As a body positive photographer and intuitive eating and body-image coach, they know their stuff. They explain the body positive movement, how intertwined diet culture is in our lives, and the inequalities and privilege of health and well-being. They also share resources on where people can go for help if they or someone they know are struggling, and tips on little things we can do each day to improve our relationships with our bodies. There’s even some role-playing on how to deal with comments on your body (the hosts are theatre majors after all!) Take a listen!

Episode Resources:

Julie’s free resource guide for Intuitive Eating/Body Image Journey: https://mailchi.mp/julieohlemacher/free-resource-guide

Accounts: @iamchrissyking @drjoshuawolrich @everything_endocrine @fierce.fatty @kenziebrenna @thebirdspapaya

Stef’s Goddess playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4191SSnMJ8wm50WFKR2hlB?si=192f047f97cb42c9

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Website: https://www.stefstrebphoto.com https://julieohlemacher.com

Instagram: @stefstreb @julie.ohlemacher

Facebook: @julieohlemachercoaching

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One of the most requested episode subjects for Society of Grownups is insurance. After all, is anyone taught what it is? Well, ask and you shall receive! This week, Cathy and Genevieve sit down with Dave Schofield, an insurance agent with Deland, Gibson Insurance Associates Inc. Dave points out why it’s so important to be covered, how to know what insurance plan is right for you, and gives tips on how to lower your monthly rates. He also breaks down the different types of insurance, advises on how to deal with insurance agencies, and explains what the heck a premium and deductible are. Also, yes, Gretchen Weiner’s hair could actually be insured, and you know Genevieve brought up people killing to collect life insurance policies. Enjoy and take notes folks!

Episode Resources:

C.L.U.E. Reports: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/homeowners-insurance/clue-report/

Experian for identity theft and credit scores: https://www.experian.com

Lemonade Insurance Company: https://www.lemonade.com

Contact Dave!

Phone: 781-239-7625

Email: [email protected]

Deland, Gibson Insurance website: https://delandgibson.com

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Welcome back to the classroom everyone! Cathy and Genevieve are jumping into Season 2 with their first guest, Donna Guerreros! Donna is the creator of The Donas Project, a podcast and community creating mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellness for Womxn. The three of them discuss behind-the-scenes work that's done before the Instagram likes and why it’s okay that you can’t be everything to everyone. Donna also shares her wind-down routine when she leaves the hospital (yes, she’s a nurse too!), gives advice on burnout, and proves that no matter what she says, she has 10 extra hours in her day. Oh by the way, that side hustle you want to be your full-time job? Call it your business…Donna says so!

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Instagram: @the.donas, @deeshootsit

Website: https://www.thedonasproject.com

Donas Social Club: http://thedonassocialclub.com

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You did it everyone, you’re officially adults! You learned all the things and are good to face the rest of your life!

Just kidding. But you are at the end of Season 1! Look at you, ya made it! Cathy and Genevieve have learned so much along with you. Today, your hosts exchange their takeaways from each episode of the season and do a little review for you. They also chat about what’s in store for Season 2, remind y’all to check out the resources in the show notes, and laugh about all the stuff they still don’t know. The podcast will be taking a two week break and is coming back with Season 2 on May 17th. Until then, make sure you’re following Society of Grownups on social media! And rest assured, you’re a little bit closer to understanding the grownup world.

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It’s the last interview of the season, and boy do Cathy and Genevieve have a treat for you!

The two hosts are joined today by Jennifer Fitta: author, podcaster and creator of Jententions. Jen brings her unique experience of working in the corporate world and her expertise in personal and professional wellness, and shares it with the girls and all you listeners! The three of them chat about the toxicity of hustle culture, the difference between success and fufillment, and the infamous “box people”. Jen also gives advice on discovering and implementing your values, creating an exit strategy to quit your job, and what success actually is. Spoiler alert, whatever the hell you want it to. This episode is chalk full of tips, inspiration and guidance, you don’t want to miss it!

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