On our final episode of Series One, we talk about purpose with the incredible Victoria Azubuike, founder of the US Programme. 

We discuss how to define purpose, taking chances, creating time, being comfortable in solitude, fear and so much more! 

We loved this episode, not only because of Victoria’s  perspective, but it felt timely as we’re about to embark on a new year. We hope this episode encourages you to define your purpose as well as inspire you to dream big with your goals for 2022. 

Until then, Happy New Year! 

Carmen & Nicola

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On this week's episode, we spend more time interrogating what identity is. We discuss its fluidity, virtual identities in the age of social media, the complexities of the diaspora existence, and more. 

This episode forced us to take time to reflect on just how nuanced and complicated identities are, and we truly hope it encourages you to do the same! 

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On this week’s episode, we talk to Professor Shakuntala Banaji on identity.

We define the complexities of identity, the duality of forming our identities and the external influences shape who we become, constructing our identities without boxing ourselves in and so much more! 

Shaku’s expertise made this such an insightful conversation, and we hope it encourages some self-reflection. 

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YouTube Speeches/Literature by Cornell West, Angela Davis, bell hooks and Judith Butler

On this week's episode, we explore the complexities of existing as a 20-something woman with Frances Williamson. 

We discuss whether women can "have it all", flexibility within marriage and children, being a successful woman in a male-dominated world, and what it means to be the narrator of our own lives. Frances' perspective made this one of the most refreshing conversations we've ever had about existing as 20-something women in the 2020's. 

This conversation prompted us to ask ourselves why we want the things that we do, and we hope it encourages you to do the same!

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On this week’s episode, we discuss the 20-something year old woman. 

We explore the dichotomy between singleness and the expectation to be married by 30, owning our careers, the intersection of gender and race, the safety concerns of young women and so much more. 

We loved recording this episode, and we hope it leaves you feeling a little inspired this week. 

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In this week's episode, we delve further into "The Box" with psychotherapist and counsellor Ewen Purcell. 

We build on a lot of the themes we discussed in The Box, and explore the meaning of self-actualisation, identifying our inner critics, being the best version of ourselves vs. the most authentic versions of ourselves, as well as having agency over our lives. 

This was such an impactful and honest conversation for us, and Ewen's perspective was extremely invaluable. We learned a lot from this episode, and we hope that you do too. 

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On our very first episode, we introduce ourselves, and define and dissect what we’ve called “The Box”.

We discuss the things we feel constrain us within our lives and how we can overcome them, the “thirty deadline”, and the role fear plays in our 20-something year old lives.

Plus, we share some of the books, podcasts, and names of people who are helping us identify, embrace, and/or step out of our respective boxes.

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The Twenties Squared podcast is a place for meaningful conversations about existing as twenty-something year olds in the 2020s. Life is a series of the wonderful, the challenging, and everything in-between, and we want this podcast to reflect the beauty and chaos of navigating our 20s in this day and age.

There is no handbook, no standard recipe, or ‘right way’ - but we believe that in-depth discussions with people who inspire and challenge us, can help guide our journey through self-discovery.

The truth is, we are just two 20-something year olds trying to figure this thing out... but we hope you can leave each conversation feeling more informed and empowered in your daily lives.

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