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Episode 5: Berkeley’s Story 

“It couldn’t have been a better one night stand experience – and I wish I could not regret it.”

In Episode 5, our regular host Berkeley takes the “hot seat,” and her new friend Tori interviews her about a romantic night in Rome that left a lasting impact.

Berkeley reads from her study abroad journal and reflects on her mixed emotions following this pivotal experience. Tori fills us in on life as a 25-year-old in Manhattan and shares a story from her 4-month backpacking trip. Together, these friends unpack the pressure we face to have sex in college/our early twenties, the dangers of comparing ourselves to others, and how we learn to choose what it is we truly want.

You'll relate to Berkeley’s story if you’ve ever: 

• Been inspired by The Lizzie McGuire Movie to travel to Rome and search for your Paolo
• Had conflicting feelings about a decision you made while exploring your sexuality  
• Felt like there was something wrong with you for not sharing certain “rites of passage” with your peers
• Held back your true feelings when talking about sex and relationships with your friends
• Discovered how capable you are while traveling or studying abroad 
• Searched outside yourself for something that would make you feel complete 
• Faced the consequences of making a decision you weren’t really ready for 
• Had a Work Wife who you love to gab with <3

Meet Your Host: Berkeley Joy Mashburn
Berkeley is a former political campaigner turned full-time creative enjoying the end of her twenties (Berkeley turns 30 in August). After years of private scribbling and longing for the right creative outlet, Berkeley realized nothing inspires her more than intimate conversations with friends about their unique yet relatable lives. On Exiting Our Twenties, Berkeley interviews old friends and new about pivotal experiences from their twenties. Through exploring these stories, Berkeley aims to bring hope and self-confidence to women of all ages, while reminding women in their late twenties and early thirties that the best is yet to come.

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If you’re a woman in your late twenties or early thirties with a story to tell (trust us—everyone has one), fill out the guest form linked HERE or at ExitingOurTwenties.com. We’d love to hear from you!