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Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult

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Do your eyes glaze over when looking at a long list of annual health insurance enrollment options – or maybe while you’re trying to calculate how much you owe the IRS? You might be wondering the same thing we are: Where’s the guidebook for all of this grown-up stuff? Whether opening a bank account, refinancing student loans, or purchasing car insurance (...um, can we just roll the dice without it?), we’re just as confused as you are.

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Enter: “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” a podcast dedicated to explaining the complexities of adulting for which most of us are woefully under-prepared. In each episode, we seek out folks who can actually help us start to make sense of all the basic life skills required to be, well, a grown-up.

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  1. Well...Adjusting for Grown-Ups - A Crossover Episode

    · 45 min · S4 E8

    What if you gave yourself two weeks to finally tackle that thing you've been putting off? In this crossover episode, Matt and Lea team up with Robin Hopkins and producer Steph from Well…Adjusting to put themselves to…

  2. DIY Home Security for Grown-Ups

    · 35 min · S4 E7

    You probably have a pretty specific picture in your head when you hear the words “home break-in.” Maybe it involves someone kicking down the front door in the middle of the night. But according to our guest, that’s not…

  3. Medical Bills for Grown-Ups

    · 32 min · S4 E6

    Few things say “welcome to adulthood” quite like opening a medical bill and realizing you have absolutely no idea what you're looking at. There are billing codes, insurance adjustments, deductibles, coinsurance, and…

  4. Investing for Grown-Ups

    · 46 min · S4 E5

    Investing can feel like one of those grown-up things everyone else understands, but the truth is, most people are figuring it out as they go. In this episode of Grown-Up Stuff, Matt and Lea are joined by Haley Sachs,…

  5. Moving for Grown-Ups

    · 30 min · S4 E4

    Moving sounds exciting... until you remember you actually have to move. Between surprise utility setup fees, security deposits, Wi-Fi appointments that never seem to happen on time, and somehow ending up with a dozen…

  6. International Travel for Grown-Ups

    · 35 min · S4 E3

    International travel is magical... until you're standing in the airport realizing your passport expires next month, your phone doesn't work, and you have no idea whether you should pay in dollars or the local currency.…

  7. Laid Off Grown-Ups

    · 40 min · S4 E2

    Getting laid off is one of those life events that can really throw you for a loop. It can leave you feeling blindsided, stressed, and wondering what you're supposed to do next. In this episode of Grown Up Stuff: How to…

  8. Home Safety for Grown-Ups

    · 37 min · S4 E1

    Your home is supposed to be your safe place, but beware that many of the biggest safety risks are hiding in plain sight. In this episode of Grown Up Stuff, Matt and Lea sit down with home inspector and safety expert…

  9. Grown-Up Stuff: How To Adult Season 4

    · 1:21 · Trailer

    Growing up doesn’t come with instructions, so we made a podcast about figuring it out together. Season 4 of Grown Up Stuff tackles the life skills, decisions, and responsibilities that suddenly become very real in…

  10. Grown-Up Stuff: Essentials Edition

    · 38 min · S3 E14

    From breaking up with your phone to breaking into better habits, our back-half S3 recap episode brings together the most practical, powerful, and personal moments from recent episodes of Grown-Up Stuff. Hosts Lea…

  11. Life Insurance for Grown-Ups

    · 39 min · S3 E13

    You’ve heard of life insurance, but do you know what it actually is? And do you really need it? Hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo are joined by Life Insurance Advisor Dennis Carlson who explains the purpose of life…

  12. Meditation for Grown-Ups

    · 37 min · S3 E12

    You might not think it’s for you, but it turns out meditation is for everyone! This week hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo are joined by Kessonga Giscombe, a mindfulness and meditation teacher. He explains the very…

  13. Becoming Sober Curious for Grown-Ups

    · 38 min · S3 E11

    Is drinking just not giving you the same buzz as before? When it comes to alcohol, are you thinking about cutting back, or cutting out entirely? We’ll you’re not alone, and hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo are here…

  14. Nutrition for Grown-Ups

    · 45 min · S3 E10

    We all know about eating fruits and vegetables, right? But what about fiber and protein and other vitamins we need? Registered Dietician Nutritionist Melissa Joy Dobbins joins hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo for a…

  15. Advocating At Work for Grown-Ups

    · 48 min · S3 E9

    How do I negotiate for more money? How do I speak up for better opportunities? How do I advance in my career if I’m an introvert? If you’re wondering how to advocate for yourself at work, hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt…

  16. Minimizing Screen Time for Grown-Ups

    · 45 min · S3 E8

    We’re all addicted to our phones — but it turns out it’s not our fault! Author, journalist, and speaker Catherine Price joins hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo to walk us through why we’re so glued to our social media…

  17. Favorite Grown-Up Moments from Season 3

    · 41 min · S3 E7

    Taxes, Voting, Recycling—oh my! After navigating this jungle of grown-up responsibilities together, we're taking a quick summer breather to recharge our adulting batteries. But before we temporarily hang up our…

  18. Recycling for Grown-Ups

    · 43 min · S3 E6

    In honor of Earth Month, this episode of Grown-Up Stuff celebrates all things recycling with guest Kara Napolitano, the Education and Outreach Manager at Circular Services. Hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo learn…

  19. Car Maintenance with Shell Pennzoil for Grown-Ups

    · 29 min · S3 E5

    You know you need to get your oil changed… but what even happens during that process? Sean Nguyen, a Pennzoil Lubricant Technical Specialist at Shell Lubricant, stopped by Grown-Up Stuff to tell hosts Lea Palmieri and…

  20. Voting for Grown-Ups

    · 46 min · S3 E4

    Voting is an incredibly important part of being an American — not just every four years, and not just for the sticker! In this episode of Grown-Up Stuff, hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo speak with Joshua A. Douglas,…

  21. Morning Routine for Grown-Ups

    · 43 min · S3 E3

    Can you turn yourself into a morning person? With the help of author and podcaster Laura Vanderkam, you sure can! Hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo speak with the author of “What the Most Successful People Do Before…

  22. Taxes for Grown-Up Small Business Owners

    · 30 min · S3 E2

    Did you know there are over 33 million small business owners in the US? If you’re one of them, or considering becoming one, we’re breaking down the basics of filing small business taxes with TurboTax spokesperson and…

  23. Taxes for Grown-Ups

    · 44 min · S3 E1

    Happy Tax Season! We’re celebrating Season 3 of Grown-Up Stuff by filling you in on how to file your taxes. Hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo speak with Rus Garofalo of Brass Taxes about how you can save time, money,…

  24. “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” is Back for Season Three!

    · 1:32 · Trailer

    It’s hard to be a human, especially a grown-up one. But we’re here to make it a little bit easier, and also fun! Hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo bring you “Grown-Up Stuff” Season 3, where we’ll tackle taxes, make…

  25. Cooking for Grown-Ups

    · 48 min · S2 E9

    We’ve been watching a lot of “The Bear” and are inspired to create all the delicious and mind-blowing meals. . . . but first, we must learn to chop before we sauteé. It’s the Season Two finale, and Molly and Matt are…

  26. From the “Grown-Up Stuff” Archive

    · 27 min · S2 E8

    Hello Grown-ups! We’re taking a quick summer break before our season two finale, but while we’re gone we wanted to reshare one of our favorite episodes from Season 1 of “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult.” It’s a great…

  27. Budgeting and Financial Awareness for Grown Ups

    · 49 min · S2 E7

    Money can be such a stressful topic, and many of us can feel like we’re always playing catch-up when it comes to our personal finances. Your income never feels substantial enough to get ahead, and budgeting feels…

  28. Indoor Plant Care for Grown-Ups

    · 48 min · S2 E6

    Plants are truly incredible. House plants in particular provide so many benefits. They clean the air, increase humidity, and boost moods. They also make our homes look super grown-up. And some of us can use all the…

  29. Laundry for Grown-Ups

    · 56 min · S2 E5

    Laundry is one of those core adulting skills we should all know how to do. And perhaps, you may be thinking “I’m good, I know how to do laundry.” Trust us; this episode of “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” is still going…

  30. Dog Ownership for Grown-Ups

    · 41 min · S2 E4

    Are you ready to take on all the grown-up responsibilities of dog ownership? One of the best things about being an adult is you get to make all the decisions for yourself, like eating ice cream for dinner, staying up…

  31. Tipping for Grown-Ups

    · 46 min · S2 E3

    Tipping, it’s complicated. With so many more tip jars and digital tipping options available, it can often be confusing to figure out what goods or services you should always be tipping on and how much. Well, turns out…

  32. How to be a Grown-Up Wedding Attendant

    · 39 min · S2 E2

    So your friends are getting married, and they’ve asked you to stand up at their wedding. . . in some ways, this can be a rite of passage for many grown-ups. It can feel like an honor. But it can also be a lot to take…

  33. Skincare for Grown-Ups

    · 43 min · S2 E1

    Your epidermis is showing! So give it a good wash with a gentle cleanser, moisturize and slather on the sunscreen cause Matt and Molly are back for Season 2 and learning all about skincare. No matter what your gender,…

  34. “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” is Back for Season Two!

    · 2:39 · Trailer

    The work of a grown-up is never done. There’s always something we’ve got to figure out, navigate, or just straight-up accomplish. And thankfully, your favorite podcast about how to win adulting is back. “Grown-Up…

  35. Grocery Shopping like a Grown-Up

    · 48 min · S1 E16

    It’s our Season One Finale and we’re going out with a budget-friendly banger! We’re going to figure out how to grocery shop like heroes, and we’re not talking about the sandwich. With the help of consumer and food…

  36. Car Maintenance for Grown Ups

    · 42 min · S1 E15

    Do you know how often you should rotate the tires on your car? What about when it comes to checking your oil? And do you know what it means when your “check engine” light appears? Not only does it feel grown-up to know…

  37. Navigating Family Dynamics like a Grown-Up

    · 43 min · S1 E14

    The holiday season is officially here! 'Tis the season for joy, cheer, and, well… managing the chaos that is family gatherings. Looking for ways to survive the next couple of months while navigating these complicated…

  38. How to Drink like a Grown-Up

    · 44 min · S1 E13

    Happy Halloween! Did you know that Halloween is one of the biggest drinking holidays of the year? For those of us who are of legal age to imbibe liquid spirits and pumpkin ales, there’s a lot to learn about drinking…

  39. Choosing a Health Insurance Plan like a Grown-Up

    · 46 min · S1 E12

    It’s one of the scariest times of the year. . . . it’s open enrollment time for health insurance. Every year, we’re all overwhelmed by the options and terminology of our policies, but this year Molly and Matt have full…

  40. Buy a Car like a Grown-Up: Part 2

    · 42 min · S1 E11

    That new-car-smell is closer than you think! In this episode, Matt and Molly welcome Car Talk’s Editor-in-Chief Jamie Page Deaton back to the show to weigh in on the differences between leasing, financing, or outright…

  41. Buy a Car like a Grown-Up: Part 1

    · 36 min · S1 E10

    There’s something incredibly appealing about having the freedom to move seamlessly throughout the world in your very own car. Nowadays, there are a lot of car options to choose from and all at very different price…

  42. Higher & Continuing Education Options for Grown-Ups

    · 36 min · S1 E9

    In our previous episode, we learned all about how to pay and save for college with a 529 savings plan. But a bachelor’s degree program isn’t the only path to take when it comes to higher education. In this special…

  43. Save and Pay for College like a Grown-Up

    · 39 min · S1 E8

    This just in: college is freaking expensive! But pursuing any kind of education after high school – whether a bachelor’s degree, associate’s, or trade certification – can make a huge difference in your career. In this…

  44. Utilities for Grown Ups

    · 35 min · S1 E7

    With all the intense heat experienced globally this summer, utility bills have been rising right along with the temperatures. So how can we better understand things like our energy and water usage to keep our utility…

  45. Buying a Home like a Grown-Up

    · 37 min · S1 E6

    Last episode we learned all about how to find and lease an apartment, but in this episode, we’re leveling up with how to buy and finance a home. We’re talking about mortgages, escrow, and HOAs with Vanessa Aragon, a…

  46. Rent an Apartment like a Grown-Up

    · 36 min · S1 E5

    There are a lot of pros and cons to renting an apartment. On one hand, there’s no freer feeling than being able to pick up and move to anywhere your heart desires at the end of your lease. On the other hand – good luck…

  47. Manage your Credit like a Grown-Up

    · 37 min · S1 E4

    From credit cards to credit scores and everything in between, “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” digs into the good, bad, and prudent ways to build and use credit. We talk to Sara Rathner, a senior writer, travel, and…

  48. Clean your Home like a Grown-Up

    · 35 min · S1 E3

    Watching TikToks of home cleaning and organizing hacks are some of our favorite things to do; it’s like a squeegee for our brains. But how can we apply the lessons of the internet to the way we clean our own homes, and…

  49. Wedding Guest Etiquette for Grown-Ups

    · 33 min · S1 E2

    Wedding season is officially upon us – which means it’s time to struggle with overwhelming gift registries and confusing dress codes (what the hell is “cocktail semi-casual??”). To help us sort through all of the…

  50. Plan for Retirement like a Grown-Up

    · 26 min · S1 E1

    For the very first episode of “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult,” we’re gonna get down to the basics of a very adult matter: retirement. Joined by CPA and Asset and Wealth Management Assurance Senior Manager Jonah Batista,…

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