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Grown-Ups, Growing Up

Grown-Ups, Growing Up

Written by: Adam Krajewski
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An authentic, multi-generational podcast featuring a grown-up mother and a grown-up son, having an open and honest dialogue about growing up. In this podcast, we explore these perspectives and learnings with openness, curiosity, love, and humor. Our aim is to build bridges of understanding in our generational perspectives about growing up in different ages and stages of life. Hopefully you can take something positive from our conversations - we’re happy to have you with us on the journey!Adam Krajewski Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Episode 3 - Music! Individualistic vs. Shared Experience Across Generations
    Apr 29 2024

    Summary

    In this episode, Adam and Carrie discuss the differences in how they acquired and enjoyed music in their respective generations. Carrie reminisces about making mixtapes and the time and effort it took to curate them, while Adam talks about the ease of accessing music through streaming platforms. They also discuss the communal aspect of music in Carrie's generation, where people would gather to listen to albums together, compared to the more individualistic nature of music consumption today. They reflect on the power of music to evoke emotions and create shared experiences.


    Takeaways

    • Music consumption has evolved from acquiring physical albums and making mixtapes to streaming music on digital platforms.
    • In Carrie's generation, music was often enjoyed communally, with people gathering to listen to albums together.
    • The ease of accessing music today has made it more individualistic, with people often listening to music through headphones and curating their own playlists.
    • Music has the power to evoke emotions and create shared experiences, whether it's through listening to a favorite song or discovering new music together.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Background

    08:04 The Community Aspect of Music

    27:07 The Importance of Sharing and Enjoying Music Together

    34:03 Closing Remarks and Future Topics

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    38 mins
  • Episode 2 - Love Relationship, Keys to Success, Paradox of Choice
    Feb 6 2024

    Summary

    In this episode, Adam and Carie discuss the importance of a life partner and the generational differences in how partnerships are viewed. They explore the keys to a successful relationship, including respect, communication, and the choice to love. They also discuss the paradox of choice and how it affects relationships in the modern world. The episode concludes with practical takeaways for those seeking to create a partnership.

    Takeaways

    • Respect is a key component of a successful relationship.
    • Communication and the choice to love are important for maintaining a good partnership.
    • The paradox of choice can make it difficult to commit to a long-term relationship in our modern day in age.
    • Being less picky and focusing on the qualities that truly matter can lead to a more fulfilling partnership.

    Chapters

    00:00

    Introduction and Topic

    01:27

    Funny Stories and Aging

    05:00

    Generational Differences in Partnership

    07:02

    Importance of Respect in Relationships

    11:35

    Keys to a Successful Relationship

    18:30

    Creating and Maintaining a Good Relationship

    20:23

    The Importance of Communication in Relationships

    23:35

    The Paradox of Choice and Relationships

    26:15

    The Benefits of Having a Life Partner

    32:07

    The 37% Rule for Finding a Life Partner

    36:46

    Being Less Picky in Relationships

    39:08

    Practical Takeaways for Creating a Partnership

    43:35

    Closing Remarks


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    45 mins
  • Episode 1 - Introduction, Dry January, Intention
    Jan 14 2024

    Summary:

    This podcast, titled 'Grownups Growing Up,' was sparked by a conversation three years ago about bridging the generational gap. The hosts (Carie and Adam) aim to create a dialogue between different generations and explore topics related to personal growth and understanding of different perspectives.

    The first episode discusses the concept of dry January and the relationship with alcohol. They also touch on the discovery of a new shape, the influence of parents on alcohol consumption, and the importance of infusing love and intention into gatherings.

    The hosts invite listeners to join them on their journey of learning and growth.

    Takeaways:

    • The podcast aims to bridge the generational gap and create a dialogue between different generations.
    • The hosts explore topics related to personal growth and understanding.
    • The first episode discusses the concept of dry January and the relationship with alcohol.
    • Infusing love and intention into gatherings can enhance the overall experience.

    Chapters:

    00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast

    03:04 The Decision to Start the Podcast

    06:20 Discovery of a New Shape

    10:12 Continuous Process of Evolution

    13:11 Technical Difficulties and Learning

    13:35 The Topic of Dry January and Alcohol Consumption

    22:51 Influence of Parents on Relationship with Alcohol

    25:14 Generational Differences in Alcohol Consumption

    26:04 Caffeinated Drinks and Alcohol Consumption

    29:04 Non-Alcoholic Alternatives34:11Origins of the Podcast Idea

    36:23 Continual Learning and Listener Feedback

    38:01 Aperiodic Tile and Dry January

    39:37 Infusing Love and Intention into Gatherings

    42:02 Conclusion and Call to Share the Podcast

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    41 mins
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