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The Underscore ShowReverse engineer your life (when you're ready)Let's talk GOALS. What a year 2020 was. Truly unprecedented, if you hadn't heard. On this episode, we bring up our 2020 goals and see how we did. Then, of course, look ahead at 2021 to see how what we want it to look like. We really break down our goals into the what and the how and the why. But REMEMBER, if all you're ready for in this season of life is an intent - that is also a right answer. Be honest with yourself. Then do your best. We got this. Alex's product details coming...
2021-01-0357 minThe Underscore ShowFinding the recipe for public + private lifeLet's talk PRIVATE LIFE. As two people who have an online presence, and therefore an online audience, we discuss our approach and feelings on the things we share privately and the things we share publicly. Where do we (currently) draw the line? At the end of the day, it's what makes each of us happy and comfortable personally. It's just a matter of finding what that recipe is for you and setting expectations best you can. This is The Underscore Show. Our editor, Shaun Chapman: https://www.shaunchapmanaudio.com/
2020-12-2736 minThe Underscore ShowStress but make it lessLet's talk STRESS MANAGEMENT. We discuss how we cope and endure and get through the stressful days. This episode was actually recorded on a day that Alex was feeling run down and shortly after a day where Adrian's depression had presented itself again. There are a few things we know to be true when finding ways to manage and conquer stress - we discuss our near future plans to execute on that knowledge. This is The Underscore ShowOur editor, Shaun Chapman: https://www.shaunchapmanaudio.com/
2020-12-2031 minThe Underscore ShowThe lesbian in me is the loudestLet's talk HAPPIEST SEASON. Finally! A queer Christmas movie that we can review and analyze and watch over and over again. Something we can RELATE to. We discuss where we think the movie NAILED it and where we think there is still some room for improvement. We apply both our queer and filmmaker minds to give a pretty comprehensive review. NOTE: major SPOILER ALERTS are included in this episode. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-12-1357 minThe Underscore ShowTrudging through the mudLet's talk SOCIAL MEDIA. We discuss the various social media platform involvement required for us to progress in both our personal brand and business accounts. When does it feel like fun and when can it feel like just checking a box?We also spend time discussing what feels like an investment. We post to these platforms to connect and build a community with the hope that one day it can start to benefit our businesses and long term goals. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-12-0641 minThe Underscore ShowLet's start with a PowerpointLet's talk POLITICS. We discuss the results of the US Presidential election as well as look back on the division that led up to it. What will it take for people to come together, to listen, to find more empathy? Our first, and obviously very good suggestion, is to create a Powerpoint. Listen to the episode to find out what we would put in that Powerpoint to help bring awareness to issues we don't think everyone has thought about...likely because they don't HAVE to. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-11-2945 minThe Underscore ShowBut you make it look amazing (with Erin and Blaire)Let's talk CHRONOTYPES. We took a test from the Power of When book by Michael Breus that defines your chronotype. We discuss what that means in detail in this episode but ultimately it's another way to understand yourself and your natural behavior. We present the results from the test and discuss why we agree or disagree. Some definitely agree more than others. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-11-2235 minThe Underscore ShowThis is a murder podcast nowLet's talk PRIORITIZATION. Alex presents a quote and asks Adrian to respond. It includes a phrase we probably all have said, but is it actually accurate? There are things many of us say just because we have heard them before. In this case, we dig into what people actually mean when they say "I don't have time".This is The Underscore Show.
2020-11-1525 minThe Underscore ShowPutting yourself out there (with Erin and Blaire)Let's talk MAKING FRIENDS AS ADULTS. Erin and Blaire join us back on the show to talk about friendship. The four of us are decently new friends so we discuss what it is like to put yourself out there in order to find friends at different stages of life. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-11-0923 minThe Underscore ShowWe can learn the handshake at our own paceLet's talk CANCEL CULTURE. What does it take for someone to officially cross the line? To officially be cancelled? We dive into a few recent headlines in order to discuss and review the dangerous implications of high stakes judgement. When is time to forgive and give second chances and when is the damage to hard to recover from? This is The Underscore Show.
2020-11-0156 minThe Underscore ShowI want to happen upon that feeling againLet's talk NETFLIX. What have we been watching this summer and what do we have our eyes on for the fall? Adrian shares the show that recently changed her life. While Alex makes a stand to not watch one of the most popular shows of 2020. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-10-2550 minThe Underscore ShowI'm just using this as a crutchLet's talk CHECKING IN - this time we check in on #75HARD. We discuss how we feel, what no alcohol has done to our life, and if we really think it can be long term.This is The Underscore Show.
2020-10-1843 minThe Underscore ShowWe do not exist for youLet's talk EXPLOITATION. On this episode we talk about exploitation and the tricky ways in which the internet can disguise it as simply a strategy or 'cool picture' - as if sacrificing honest integrity or a group of individuals is worth the click. We tie the internet exploitation back to our real life experience and mention a few ways we have felt uncomfortable in the past.Throughout this episode you will hear us trying to understand, in real time, something we found on youtube.This is The Underscore Show.Oh, here is that...
2020-08-3029 minThe Underscore ShowSelf-love with a side of disciplineLet's talk MENTAL TOUGHNESS. On this episode, we talk about our latest challenge and the funny way it came about. It includes diving into diet culture and how it’s impacted our relationship with food. What can harsh restrictions do to our mental health over time?This is The Underscore Show.
2020-08-2448 minThe Underscore ShowBattery lifeLet's talk BATTERIES. NO, not our camera batteries - our internal mental and physical batteries. We reflect on when to know it's time to take a break and then how we recharge - is there a right and wrong way to do it? No matter what you are doing in life, it's all about maintaining that battery life.This is The Underscore Show.
2020-08-1639 minThe Underscore ShowI've always wanted to do thatLet's talk GOOGLING IT - and why it can always be the answer. We also discuss whether entrepreneurship is in us all along or something we can acquire later - what does it really take? And what are the identify challenges that come along with being an evolving entrepreneur? We also help guide you on how to answer the fun and complicated question of 'what do you do?' at the family bbq. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-08-0947 minThe Underscore ShowBe intentionalLet's talk DISTRACTION. On this episode of The Underscore Show we talk about the different ways in which distraction can manifest, how to time block them, and some slightlyy more extreme measures we could all try to reset.This is The Underscore Show.
2020-08-0229 minThe Underscore ShowUnderstanding what’s normalLet's talk NEW NORMAL. On this episode of The Underscore Show, we talk about how we are feeling four months into quarantine - our new normal. How it will impact Corporate America, quality of life overall, and even where we chose to live.Alex also shares a pretty wild TikTok story that’s kinda hard to believe.This is The Underscore Show.
2020-07-2633 minThe Underscore ShowFinding what mattersLet’s talk SMALL STUFF. In this episode of the Underscore Show, we discuss our relationship with anxiety and sweating the small stuff. We talk about the line between being efficient and entitled. Generosity vs. selfishness. Why are people so afraid to ask for help or ask for what they need? And how we can keep the minutia from ruining our day. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-07-1924 minThe Underscore ShowBlack Lives Matter. Full stop.Let’s talk about BLACK LIVES MATTER. On this episode of the Underscore Show, we discuss the Black Lives Matter Movement and this crucial historical moment. As two white women, we carry a lot of privilege. How should we spend that privilege as allies? How do we educate ourselves on the Black experience and advocate for justice? We talk about where we’re from and how that history impacts our perception of race. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-07-1238 minThe Underscore ShowJust minimalismLet’s talk MINIMALISM. In this episode of the Underscore Show, we discuss our relationships with things. We talk about furniture, knick-knacks, clothes, and gear. We discuss how clutter impacts our creative flow, the guilt attached to spending money and never using that thing, and how to release that guilt. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-07-0653 minThe Underscore ShowDreams are meant to be chasedLet’s talk WILDEST DREAMS. On this episode of the Underscore Show, we share our hopes for the future. We discuss our North Stars, dream sessions, what motivates us every day to do the hard things, and the balance between dreaming and doing. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-06-2830 minThe Underscore ShowProcrastination isn’t a problemLet’s talk PROCRASTINATION. On this episode of the Underscore Show, we discuss whether procrastination is actually a problem or not. We share stories about Parkinson’s law, wasting time, accountability, and how discovering our emotional attachment to tasks might be the cure to procrastination. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-06-2137 minThe Underscore ShowSo much gay sh*t (with Erin and Blaire)Let’s talk about COMING OUT. In this episode of the underscore show, Blaire and Erin join us to officially kick off pride month, AND Our second season. We share our experiences coming out, talk about the Weight we carried as closeted humans, internalized homophobia, code switching, and so much more gay shit. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-06-151h 13The Underscore ShowYou'll hear us on the next oneLet's talk about SEASON 1. We have officially wrapped season 1 with 12 episodes! THANK YOU so much for listening and participating in our conversations. Message us @underscorenow on Twitter or Instagram if there are topics you would like us to discuss for SEASON 2. This is only the beginning!This is The Underscore Show.
2020-05-1705 minThe Underscore ShowIt's been a wild 2 monthsLet's talk QUARANTINE. We discuss the current state of the world, our new routines and then how we think the world will change as a result of this WILD and UNPRECEDENTED time. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-05-1048 minThe Underscore ShowHe looked at their butts (with Erin and Blaire)Let's talk about STORY TIME. Blaire and Erin went on a trip to the liquor store while we were setting up for the podcast and had quite the encounter. As a group, we break down the events and why such events continue to take place as well as what we think we can do to help. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-05-0326 minThe Underscore ShowMarried to YouTube (with Erin and Blaire)Let's talk about the LIFE OF YOUTUBER and how it affects those closest to us.We sit down with Blaire and Erin and discuss the impact YouTube has had on our lives - both big and small. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-04-271h 00The Underscore ShowThe Boys ClubLet's talk about WOMEN ON YOUTUBE. And just generally how women have to navigate the world. We both share stories of when we feel small and unseen - as well as what we think we can do to get louder and TAKE UP SPACE. This is The Underscore Show.
2020-04-191h 04The Underscore ShowSmall Talk vs. Medium TalkLet's talk about SMALL TALK. And this thing we think we invented called MEDIUM TALK. We also steer the conversation towards validation and why it's all related.
2020-04-1236 minThe Underscore ShowDon't be too gayLet's talk about CENSORSHIP - specifically, how we constantly debate with ourselves when and when NOT to include content about our wives or our QUEER identity. Because the system isn't always set up to accept that part of us.This is The Underscore Show. Hosted by: Adrian RitchieAlex Gasaway
2020-04-0534 minThe Underscore ShowFlex and make it happen (with Erin and Blaire)Let's talk about PERSONALITIES. Introducing....our first guests! Meet Erin and Blaire. Two very cool and powerful women - who happen to be married to us. Erin + Alex. Blaire + Adrian. We chat about everything PERSONALITY - how knowing yourself allows you to better connect with those around you. AND THEN. Blaire attempts to guess Erin's personality type using 4 questions after knowing her for less than 24 hours. Let's see how she did!This is The Underscore Show. Hosted by: Adrian RitchieAlex Gasaway
2020-03-2952 minThe Underscore ShowDo your bestLet's talk about ANXIETY. And insecurities. And fears. It's something we all navigate as humans. On this episode we take you through a few of ours....why we think they exist and how we have created tools to better understand and overcome them. This is The Underscore Show. Hosted by: Adrian RitchieAlex Gasaway
2020-03-2251 minThe Underscore ShowBe humanLet's talk about COLLABORATION. This podcast is the first time we've been in a true partnership - an indefinite COLLABORATION if you will. We talk about how this type of collab feels and how it changes our process. Alex mentions how she knows so many creators on YouTube and I (Adrian) explain how I want to get better. This is The Underscore Show. Hosted by: Adrian RitchieAlex Gasaway
2020-03-1543 minThe Underscore ShowWho do you want to be?Let's talk about HABITS. How hard could a new habit be? Just start it, right?We break down new habits we have established (as well as failed to establish) and HOW we did so - presenting multiple methods on how starting a new habit could be possible.We also discuss how habits ultimately have to fit into our overall routine. But wait, can't a routine be a habit?This is The Underscore Show. Hosted by: Adrian RitchieAlex Gasaway
2020-03-0841 minThe Underscore ShowCorporate vs. FreelanceLet's talk about our two very different worlds. While we have so many similarities - our day to day routines are SO DIFFERENT. Alex provides the breakdown of her freelance world where Adrian explains how she fits into the corporate space. This is The Underscore Show. Hosted by: Adrian RitchieAlex Gasaway
2020-03-0843 minThe Underscore ShowWe should record thisLet's go back. We provide some new context that we don't often share on the internet, talk about the beginning of our friendship (even how it likely could have began sooner), and what we think of the first season of the podcast. This is The Underscore Show
2020-03-0831 min
The Underscore ShowSeason 1 TrailerAlex Gasaway and Adrian Ritchie have officially started a podcast. Welcome to The Underscore Show. We are 2 friends who happen to be content creators and passionate about self-improvement and entrepreneurship. We have had many conversations at length about:_Habits_Anxiety_Pressure_Collaboration _The Boys Club _Small Talk AND SO MUCH MORESo we decided to record these conversations - enter, this podcast. Our pasts and present bring a lot of similarities - both from the Midwest, college athletes, business owners, and YouTube creators - but th...
2020-03-0403 min