Living in Western Massachusetts with Ava

Emily and special guests Molly, Carli, and Jenna chat about their new careers and dating in their early 20s! 

Emily and special guest Lindsay chat about Lindsay's career in journalism which has led her to work in media in Chicago! 

Emily and special guests Kasey and Kelly chat about being fraternal twins and having completely different lives in their 20s! 

Emily and special guest Matt discuss Matt's path into journalism and what he hopes to do once he graduates with his degree in Data Journalism! 

Emily and special guests Annie and Amanda continue the Chicago dating conversation! 

Emily and special guests Annie and Amanda chat about dating in Chicago, specifically using apps and in the pandemic! 

*TRIGGER WARNING - sexual assault* 

Emily and special guest Amanda talk about Amanda's experience  as a sexual assault survivor. Though not a typical episode for this podcast, I think it's important to bring this topic to light and offer up support and/or encourage others to speak up and share their stories as well. Please know that you are not alone! Resources shared: https://www.rainn.org (national) & http://www.nwcasa.org (northwest Illinois) 

Emily and special guest Courtney chat about Courtney's path into epidemiology! Though she started this career before the pandemic, the pandemic has significantly altered her path. We chat about what epidemiology is and the work she has been doing in public health. 

*And yes, Courtney knows what the CDC stands for

Emily and special guest (also her sister!) Sarah chat about Sarah's many animals and the path that she is currently on to become a vet! 

Emily and special guest Marc discuss Marc's career path from school to becoming an energy specialist for a school district!