That 30s Show

On That 30s Show, we love exploring the ups and downs of life in our 30s, and to give an authentic voice to a diversity of lived experiences. While Ge is away this week, David sits down for a one-on-one conversation with his cousin, Callan Parker, who recently turned 30! While many of us have experienced or witnessed this familiar milestone, what does turning 30 look and feel like to someone with Down syndrome? We're excited to have the opportunity to explore this question with Callan this week, adding another dimension to understanding how this decade brings unique challenges to different people.

Technical note: This was our first time recording an in-person interview, and for the comfort of our guest and also practical reasons, this episode is audio-only. We hope it sounds good, but we did notice some minor anomalies in the last few minutes of the recording.

Do you have a story about what helps you thrive in your 30s, or challenges you’ve endured or overcome? Let us know at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠DM our Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (newly launched!). Perhaps we can have you on the show! Any questions and feedback are also welcome.

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Theme music: “⁠⁠Grab A Bargain⁠⁠” by ⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠. Available for use under the ⁠⁠CC BY 4.0 license⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠Free Music Archive⁠⁠.

Life in our 30s can often feel like an impossible juggling act between work, family, and--dare we dream--even play. But when push comes to shove, play is often the first on the list that gets cut. This week, we are joined by Samson Li, host of "Grow Up Level Up", a podcast dedicated to highlighting the role of play. Samson believes that fun is an essential life skill and experience, not just for avid gamers like himself, but for all of us. But what does play look like outside of video games and board games? Does gossiping over brunch count as play? Does playing badminton count as play? Tune in to see Ge and David's reactions when they realize the answer is yes and yes! Just hit play!

Do you have a story about what helps you thrive in your 30s, or challenges you’ve endured or overcome? Let us know at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠DM our Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (newly launched!). Perhaps we can have you on the show! Any questions and feedback are also welcome.

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Theme music: “⁠⁠Grab A Bargain⁠⁠” by ⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 4.0 license⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠Free Music Archive⁠⁠.

This week, David and Ge catch up on life in another Uncut episode. Ge shares her wins and fails at adulting in the past few weeks. From cooking a thanksgiving feast to wrongfully diagnosing a chirping noise in her apartment, life’s little joys and hiccups are what keeps it interesting. David and Ge also reflect on some listeners’ feedback this week. Find out which episode left a number of listeners completely amused; what others think about climate change and goal setting; and a shocking method one listener employs to avoid social media distractions.

Do you have a story about what helps you thrive in your 30s, or challenges you’ve endured or overcome? Let us know at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠DM our Instagram⁠⁠⁠. Perhaps we can have you on the show! Any questions and feedback are also welcome.

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Theme music: “⁠⁠Grab A Bargain⁠⁠” by ⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠. Available for use under the ⁠⁠CC BY 4.0 license⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠Free Music Archive⁠⁠.

This week, we are introducing a new recurring show format, Lessons On! In these episodes, we will share insights we’ve learned from books, podcasts, and articles.

Ge shares lessons from Powerful Focus: A 7-Day Plan to Develop Mental Clarity and Build Strong Focus by Thibaut Meurisse. From social media scrolling to household clutter, Ge reflects on the actionable takeaways from this book to simplify our lives from unnecessary distractions. Whether it’s ruthlessly eliminating distractions or adding in productive tasks, the ultimate conclusion is ironic and clear: taking any action is going to be more productive than simply reading about it.

David shares lessons from Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia. While medical advancements over the past century have increased our lifespan, the amount of time we are alive and free of disease—what Attia dubs our healthspan—has not seen meaningful improvements. David reflects on ten key insights he learned from this book about how to proactively prevent or delay the onset of disease.

Do you have a story about what helps you thrive in your 30s, or challenges you’ve endured or overcome? Let us know at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠DM our Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (newly launched!). Perhaps we can have you on the show! Any questions and feedback are also welcome.

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Theme music: “⁠⁠Grab A Bargain⁠⁠” by ⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠. Available for use under the ⁠⁠CC BY 4.0 license⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠Free Music Archive⁠⁠.

Whenever our co-host Ge asks her friends to describe her in one word, the word that often comes to mind is 'positive'. This week, on her first solo episode, Ge spills the beans on how she chooses to live an optimistic and carefree life using simple concepts in everyday situations. She hopes this episode will empower the audience to become the master of their mindset and let go of negativity.

Do you have a story about what helps you thrive in your 30s, or challenges you’ve endured or overcome? Let us know at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠DM our Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (newly launched!). Perhaps we can have you on the show! Any questions and feedback are also welcome.

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Theme music: “⁠⁠Grab A Bargain⁠⁠” by ⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠. Available for use under the ⁠⁠CC BY 4.0 license⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠Free Music Archive⁠⁠.

Our 30s can be a time when we start to wonder if the job we're doing is sustainable for the long-term. Is there a better way to live, or at least, a life that isn't so darn hard and tiring? This week, we're joined by Michael Guo, one of the hardest-working people we know. As a surgeon in his early 30s, Michael's success follows a journey of unrelenting hard work and a pursuit of excellence. We want to find out what drives and motivates him, so that maybe we too can learn his secret. In this fascinating conversation, Michael discusses how he believes you have to simply 'work with the cards that you're dealt', no matter what. This opportunistic and adaptable mindset saw him pivoting from counting mice as a pharmacology student to becoming a surgeon. Along the way, Michael developed a passion that meant the hard work itself became the motivation and reward.

* Technical note: Ge's video didn't record successfully this week, which is why the video only includes David and Michael. But her audio is there. Sorry about that!

Do you have a story about what helps you thrive in your 30s, or challenges you’ve endured or overcome? Let us know at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠DM our Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (newly launched!). Perhaps we can have you on the show! Any questions and feedback are also welcome.

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Theme music: “⁠⁠Grab A Bargain⁠⁠” by ⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠. Available for use under the ⁠⁠CC BY 4.0 license⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠Free Music Archive⁠⁠.

It's been another surreal summer of natural disasters and record-breaking weather events. Climate anxiety is real, and it's come to That 30s Show. This week, Ge and David reflect on the wildfires that ravaged Canada and what it means for our futures. Do we feel optimistic about the world our children will inherit? Will we ever get to sit around a campfire in the summer anymore? Does climate change influence our decision on where to settle down? Can we really do anything as individuals? Join us as we tackle these questions and more!

Do you have a story about what helps you thrive in your 30s, or challenges you’ve endured or overcome? Let us know at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠DM our Instagram⁠⁠⁠ (newly launched!). Perhaps we can have you on the show! Any questions and feedback are also welcome.

Links:

Theme music: “⁠⁠Grab A Bargain⁠⁠” by ⁠⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠⁠. Available for use under the ⁠⁠CC BY 4.0 license⁠⁠, at ⁠⁠Free Music Archive⁠⁠.

WELCOME BACK TO THAT 30S SHOW! David and Ge are back and kicking off a new season with an Uncut episode all about the summer of ‘23. While David recounts his experience sleeping in a barn and his discovery of a life-changing productivity app, Ge reminisces on a summer filled with nostalgia and continuing to try activities outside her comfort zone. Tune in for some entertaining summer stories and spoiler alert: we’re also introducing new formats to the show!

Do you have a story about what helps you thrive in your 30s, or challenges you’ve endured or overcome? Let us know at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠DM our Instagram⁠⁠ (newly launched!). Perhaps we can have you on the show! Any questions and feedback are also welcome.

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Theme music: “⁠Grab A Bargain⁠” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the ⁠CC BY 4.0 license⁠, at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

The end of That 30s Show?! Jk. Sort of. Wait.. let’s rewind. We love summer as much as Olaf, but it can get overwhelming sometimes. Schedules are overloaded and prioritizing becomes a must. While David is trying to juggle it all this summer, Ge shares her secret to keeping her cool: taking the time to live out her perfect day. Join us for another Uncut as we discuss imploding submarines, exploding fireworks, and a summer break for the show.

Do you have a story about what helps you thrive in your 30s, or challenges you’ve endured or overcome? Let us know at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠DM our Instagram⁠⁠ (launching this August)! Perhaps we can have you on the show! Any questions and feedback are also welcome.

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Theme music: “⁠Grab A Bargain⁠” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the ⁠CC BY 4.0 license⁠, at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Happy (belated) Pride Month! Coming out as an LGBTQ+ individual can be a lot of things: challenging, life-changing, terrifying, liberating, or often all of the above. Then, imagine the added complexity with deeply religious parents in the mix, as our guest Jono Lee knows all too well. Join us this week as Jono shares his courageous, winding path to living his authentic life. From censoring his identity at home, to finding community at church, and now arriving at a second coming out in the type of relationship he wants, Jono's story is one that breaks all barriers and inspires us to challenge what is possible.

Do you have a story about what helps you thrive in your 30s, or challenges you’ve endured or overcome? Let us know at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠DM our Instagram⁠⁠ (not yet formally launched, but feel free to give us a follow first). Perhaps we can have you on the show! Any questions and feedback are also welcome.

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Theme music: “⁠Grab A Bargain⁠” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the ⁠CC BY 4.0 license⁠, at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.