Join Bridget and Mary as they sit down in this raw and unedited conversation to tease next week's social hour worthy,  overly energetic and very insightful episode about the relatable struggles that we all face during our twenties.  

In this episode of Talking Twenty, Bridget and Mary Margaret are joined by an extra special guest to chat about the differences between being in your twenties in the ‘20s vs. the 1980s. Mary Margaret’s mother, Brenda Courtney, gives her perspective about the importance of keeping an open mind and staying curious about the lifestyles of other generations, focusing on what Boomers and Millennials can learn from each other when it comes to parenting, health, relationships and the digital world. 

The episode covers: 

- What can Boomers learn from listening to Talking Twenty?

- The Internet's part in the recent conversations around ongoing social injustice, specifically Black Lives Matter and The Truth and Reconciliation Process

- The pros and cons of the internet and social media when it comes to handling insecurities and judgement

- The differences in the Millennial mindset and the Baby Boomer mindset

- Becoming a Grandparent and adapting to your children’s parenting styles

- The transition into retirement and the shift in priorities that come along with it

- Tips and Tricks for prioritizing healthy aging


THEME SONG:  Steven Ryan "Burns Like Fire"

Join Bridget and Mary-Margaret as they chat in this raw, unedited episode about next week's guest and why you should care about what they have to say. 

In this episode of Talking Twenty, Mary-Margaret sits down with Bridget to chat about the importance of getting out of your comfort zone after high school, and how taking the time to learn about yourself on a deep level is the best way to prepare for adversity. Bridget shares her relatable experience of the dreaded post school job search, and how to move forward after getting fired and grow from the experience.

This episode touches on:

- Why you should live in residence for your first year of school.

- Tips for getting out of your comfort zone.

- Why Au Pairing (Nannying Abroad) is a great way to travel on a dime.

- Advice for mental health preparation and management. 

- The reality of finding that first 'real job' after school.

- The ups and downs of starting your career.

- Getting fired, owning your mistakes and growing from the experience.

- How to manage your thoughts during emotional conversations.

- The importance of introspection and how it can be life changing.

In this episode of Talking Twenty, Bridget and Mary sit down with Brantford, Ontario based musician Steven Ryan to talk about the ebbs and flows of being a full-time musician in his twenties, focusing on the importance of his realization to trust himself with the creation of his music rather than putting the fate of his career in the hands of others.  Steve also gives us a sneak peak into his creative process as he prepares for the release of his album coming in late 2021. Make sure to stick around to the end of the episode to hear an exclusive acoustic performance of his new single 'Burns Like Fire'.

This episode covers:

- Steve's unique approach to keeping a healthy work life balance

- The struggles of productivity in a such a creativity based lifestyle

- How bar gigs can be your full-time job

- How to capitalize on media hits as a musician

- Tips & Tricks for going viral on TikTok

- Steve’s story of going viral in the earlier days of YouTube 

- Tips for live performances in a post-COVID world

- Advice for passionate musicians wanting to make music their full-time job

- The creative process of making an album by yourself

- An exclusive acoustic performance of his new pop single Burns Like Fire

Follow Steven Ryan:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevenryanmusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenryanmusic
Tik Tok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMdGYpBMd/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/stevenryanmusic

Stream Steven Ryan:
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3iD1KgV
Apple Music: https://apple.co/3y0Dfkm

Stream the new single Burns Like Fire: http://smarturl.it/PreSaveBLF

Watch Steve's Do Something Leaf Parody: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0iZDSsUTU34

In this episode of Talking Twenty, Bridget chats with Mary Margaret about the journey of her career in the Event Industry and how a devastating year pushed her to pivot her path at 19 years old. Mary also gives insight into home ownership and the process of buying a house when you literally don’t understand anything.  

Throughout the episode we talk about:

- The event industry and how it will change post-COVID
- How grief can change your outlook on life in both positive and negative ways
- The crazy stories of being a wedding coordinator
- The learning curve of becoming a homeowner
- How millennials are managing to buy a house in the current market (Hint: They aren’t) 
- Advice for anyone looking into buying their first house.

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Happy Pride! In this Episode of Talking Twenty Podcast, we’re joined by Liam Jotham, a transgender man who gives valuable insight into the journey of being transgender in his twenties and offers advice on how to be a supportive parent, friend and ally in for someone in the LGBTQ+ Community. 

We touch on: 

- What is Transgender and how do you know if you are?

- What is the difference between Transgender, Cisgender and Non-binary?

- What are the fears of coming out to your loved ones?

- What is the process like for parents of children who are transgender?

- Is there a correlation between your Gender Identity and your Sexuality? 

- What do you do if you get someone’s pronouns wrong?

- What is involved in socially and medically transitioning?

- Advice for anyone struggling with the process of coming out.

You can connect with Liam on Instagram @positiveliamforcement

US: https://www.thetrevorproject.org

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