I'm Really Trying Here

I'm Really Trying Here

Why People Are As*holes

We’ve all had experiences dealing with people who rude for no reason. I think people can be a-holes for lots of reasons, some more valid than others, so let’s talk about why, and how we can deal with it.

04-05
21:51

What Are You Doing With Your Life?

I have (another) concussion, and it’s making me question my life choices. Not in a bad way, I’m just thinking about how I’m on such a different timeline from people I see on social media. Everyone seems to be getting married or having babies, and I’m nowhere near that point. What am I doing? What are you doing? Let’s talk about the “timeline” of life and why it’s BS.

02-09
23:14

My Hometown

I had some complicated feelings towards my hometown in the past. I was jealous that I did not come from a wealthy town, but I learned to love and appreciate my hometown so much. Today, let’s dive into that.

01-26
28:35

What is it REALLY like to teach middle school?

I am in my second year of teaching middle school, and it is an interesting time. I love my job so much, but it definitely has its ups and downs. We’re talking about all of that, what it’s like to be a Gen Z teacher, and more today. Come hang out!

01-04
34:39

The accident that changed my life

I got into a major car accident and it has altered many aspects of my life. 

12-15
29:43

My Students Found My Podcast (and all my social media)

So… I’m a teacher of course, and I try my best to keep my work and personal life separate. But of course, my students found my social media including this podcast. Today I’m talking about how I’ve been navigating that and all of the funny stories it has come with.

11-30
28:47

Friendships: Maintaining Friends in your 20s

Today we’re talking about friendship from elementary school to adulthood. How tf do you make and keep friends after college? Is it better to have a group of friends or individuals? It’s a different story being in your 20s when half of your friends live across the country. Let’s dive in on this stuff.

11-17
34:00

It’s Chaos: reading your assumptions about me and story times

My life has been very chaotic lately. Car problems, police encounters, you know. I’m also reading and responding to some assumptions you sent in! 

11-10
23:55

Halloween Special: Ouija Boards, Haunted Places, and more (in quarantine)

I have COVID right now lol so what better time to do a spooky special? Talking about my experiences with ouija boards and a lot of other random thing. Happy Halloween!

10-27
22:29

Reading Stuff YOU Hate

I asked y’all to send me your pet peeves and you did not disappoint. I’m reading all the things that piss you off and responding to them today. Come be angry for no reason with me! Buy yourself an “I’m Really Trying Here” sticker: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1300461185/im-really-trying-here-stickers?ref=listings_manager_grid

09-28
20:43

Concerts

I’m obsessed with attending concerts. So here’s my tips and tricks for surviving standing in one place for multiple hours at a time to see your fave band. 

09-21
34:03

Life on Cape Cod

Living on Cape Cod has its ups and downs. Today we're talking about the unaffordable housing issue, the crazy tourism, and all that living here has entailed. 

09-01
26:09

I Went to JESUS CAMP

So when I was in middle school, I went to a Christian camp even though I have never been religious. Here are my thoughts and my weird experiences.

08-24
37:47

I'm a Scam Victim (multiple times over)

Today we're talking about all the times my dumbass has been scammed and did not see the red flags. It has happened to me more often than I'd like to admit, but I'm admitting it here. I'm also telling you how to not get scammed just in case you ever fall into desperation like I did. 

08-10
41:53

So I Went to Grad School...

Today we're catching up on where I've been for the past month. Moving to Michigan, starting grad school, all that stuff. It was a journey and I'm excited to talk about it today.

08-04
37:19

I Was in a Sorority and I HATED IT!!!

Going on a rant about Greek Life. Sororities, fraternities, you know the vibe. I did not enjoy my time unfortunately, so I needed to make this episode to make it everyone else's problem. 

06-15
39:27

Entering My Existential Era

I feel like I'm in the middle of multiple existential crises at the same time... and I just turned 24. Grad school, my job, and my life have just been on my mind in various different ways and idk how to feel. 

06-01
18:50

Ranting about music for 20 mins

I love music, it is basically my whole life... so yeah I listen to a lot of it. Come join me today to talk about Kendrick Lamar's new album, playing music, and music's role in society (I don't get that deep though). Yay!

05-18
21:31

Drugs, Marijuana, and Alcohol :0

This episode is ll about doing drugs and drinking alcohol... if you're my family, don't listen to this lol. Today we're digging into my thoughts on getting drunk, getting high, and a splash of substance abuse :)

05-11
33:32

Thoughts on Living Alone (I'm sad lol)

I've lived by myself for almost 2 years now. Living alone has it's ups and downs for sure, but I won't go back to living with roommates anytime soon, probably.

05-05
33:11

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