On this episode of That's What They Said, join hosts Julia and Kieran as they discuss navigating the transition from final exams to summer break to class in the fall. Change is scary but our hosts are brave and strong (their summer plans include working and taking classes and resting). Listen to their life updates, opinions on turtles vs. frogs, and their desire to host a farmers market party.

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In this episode of "That's What They Said", Julia and Kieran dive into the nooks and crannies of ethical AI use, managing exam-heavy weeks, and their summer plans. They brainstorm combo nicknames and discuss the importance of Sonic slushies in the social life of rural North Carolinians aka Kieran.

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Julia welcomes her older sibling, Mil (also known as Cleo), to discuss their shared history and memories of growing up together. The siblings touch on a wide range of topics, including their childhood experiences showing award-winning chickens and their surreal, "fear-mongering" experiences working at a summer camp in rural North Carolina.

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Join Kieran and Julia as they take a trip back to last winter for a nostalgic look at our pre-winter break lives. It’s a time capsule—from the classes we were stressing over and our 2026 "future plans" to the dating lives we were navigating back then, it’s wild to see just how much can change in the span of a single semester.

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In this episode of That’s What They Said, hosts Kieran and Julia dive into their "High-Low-Buffalo" recaps, discussing everything from Kieran's newfound volleyball hobby at UNC to Julia’s hypothetical adventures with a secret dorm cat named Dobby. The duo also shares their upcoming spring break plans and reflects on the rapid pace of their junior year as they look toward the "real world" and the workforce.

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In this episode of "That's What They Said," hosts Julia and Kieran provide a mental health "check-in" to discuss their current stress levels and academic strategies as they navigate midterm season. Amidst personal updates about internship searches and community events, Kieran shares her recent struggles with body negativity, highlighted by a bizarre dream where she was a dog with three-inch legs.

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In this episode of That's What They Said, hosts Julia and Kieran discuss the "college job battlefield," sharing their personal employment histories and reflecting on their recent experiences with internship and management interviews. The pair also provides personal updates through their "Hi, Low, Buffalo" segment, covering topics ranging from Julia's recent illness to Kieran's newfound obsession with oatmeal.

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This Valentine's Day themed episode of the That's What They Said features hosts Julia and Kieran alongside their guest Tanner as they discuss relationship statuses and dating philosophies. The trio shares humorous anecdotes about their personal college experiences, ranging from detailed pre-date routines to the nuances of meeting potential partners in person.

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In this episode of the podcast "That's What They Said," hosts Kieran and Julia discuss the unpredictable nature of North Carolina weather, from sledding in the snow on tub lids to the challenges of packing for varying temperatures. The conversation also touches on their personal "High, Low, Buffalo" moments, including a debate over spices, the frustrations of dress codes, and a "lore drop" about a particularly awkward first date.

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In this episode of "That's What They Said," hosts Julia and Kieran candidly discuss the financial struggles and lifestyle adjustments that come with being "broke" college students. Through a series of personal anecdotes about navigating the gym, sharing leftover food, and starting their first video-recorded session, they explore the vulnerability of living on a tight budget while trying to maintain their social lives.

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