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Quarter-Life Questions - adulting made easy

Quarter-Life Questions - adulting made easy

Written by: Grace McIntosh
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Hey and welcome to Quarter Life Questions - the podcast that makes adulting a little less confusing.


Hosted by Grace McIntosh (a fellow twenty-something who's just trying to figure it all out), this weekly show dives into the big and small questions we all have in our twenties - from money and careers to relationships and mental health.


There’s no manual for adulthood (sadly), but this might be the next best thing.


Each episode features honest chats, expert advice, and zero fluff. Just practical answers to the questions we were never taught in school but now need desperately.


Got a QLQ of your own? Send Grace a message. It's @gracemcintosh1 on Instagram or @gracemcintosh_ on TikTok.


New episodes drop every Monday.


Hit subscribe, join the ride, and let’s figure this adult thing out — together.

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Episodes
  • Adulting Answered: Job Interview Tips From A Careers Expert with 20+ Years Experience

    Adulting Answered: Job Interview Tips From A Careers Expert with 20+ Years Experience
    Jul 6 2026

    Got a job interview coming up? In this bite-sized ‘Adulting Answered’ episode, careers expert Hannah from Momentum Careers shares her top tips to help you feel confident and prepared.


    From avoiding over-preparing to tackling group interviews, presentations, interview nerves and knowing the best questions to ask at the end. It's everything you need to smash your next interview in under 20 minutes.


    Check out Hannah’s fabulous TikTok here: @hannahmomentumcareers she shares loads more helpful tips on pretty much a daily basis.


    Or visit her website: www.momentumcareersadvice.com


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    19 mins
  • How to Find a Hobby as an Adult (And Why You Need One in Your 20s) with Emma Dean

    How to Find a Hobby as an Adult (And Why You Need One in Your 20s) with Emma Dean
    Jun 29 2026

    How do you find a hobby as an adult? In this week’s episode, we’re diving into why so many of us lose our hobbies as we get older, and how to rediscover joy outside of work, routines and endless life admin.


    I’m joined by Emma, who’s taken on the incredible challenge of trying a brand new hobby every single week for the whole year. From stepping outside her comfort zone to embracing being a total beginner, Emma is on a mission to inspire more adults to make time for hobbies again.


    ✨ In this episode, we chat about:

    • How to find a hobby as an adult
    • How productivity culture can stop us doing things just for fun
    • Why being bad at something can actually be good for you
    • How hobbies can improve confidence, wellbeing and social life


    💬 More about Emma:

    Emma is in her twenties and is currently documenting her challenge of trying 52 hobbies in 52 weeks. Through sharing her journey online, she hopes to encourage more adults to embrace curiosity and try new things, without worrying about being perfect.

    TIKTOK: @emmadean05


    📲 Want to get involved?

    Got a Quarter Life Question you’d love to hear answered on the pod?

    Message me on Instagram @gracemcintosh1 or TikTok @gracemcintosh_ - I’d love to hear from you


    ⭐ Enjoying the podcast?

    Please leave a 5-star review - it really helps more people find us and keeps the QLQ conversation going.


    Thanks so much for listening - and see you next week!

    Grace x

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    53 mins
  • Adulting After Care: Who Has Your Back? with Josh MacAlister MP & Cathy Ashley from Family Rights Group

    Adulting After Care: Who Has Your Back? with Josh MacAlister MP & Cathy Ashley from Family Rights Group
    Jun 15 2026
    In this episode we’re talking about what life looks like for young people leaving care and navigating adulthood, often without the safety nets many of us take for granted.After being invited to the Department for Education to learn about the government’s new Enduring Relationships Programme, I wanted to find out more about what happens when you leave the care system at 18 and how do you cope with adulting when you’re doing so much of it alone.I speak to care leavers Hannah and Mackenzie about their experiences of leaving care and how programmes like Lifelong Links have helped them reconnect with important people in their lives.You’ll also hear from Josh MacAlister, Minister for Children, Families and Wellbeing, and Cathy Ashley, Chief Executive of Family Rights Group, about why long-term relationships, stable housing and practical support matter so much for care experienced young people.It’s honest, it’s emotional and it’s very eye-opening. ✨ In this episode, we chat about:What it’s like to leave care at 18How Lifelong Links helps care leavers reconnect with family and friendsThe government’s new Enduring Relationships ProgrammeWhy relationships and practical support both matter for long-term outcomes💬 About Lifelong Links & Family Rights GroupLifelong Links is a family finding programme developed by Family Rights Group. It helps children in care and care leavers build lasting support networks by reconnecting them with relatives, friends, neighbours, teachers and other trusted adults who can offer lifelong support.Family Rights Group is a charity working to improve the lives of children who live in or are at risk of entering the care system by helping families stay safely connected wherever possible. Website: https://frg.org.ukHere are some other useful support & resources for care experienced young people:Become (charity for children in care and care leavers)Support, advice and campaigning for children in care and young care leavers.https://www.becomecharity.org.ukCare Leaver CovenantA national organisation providing opportunities, discounts and practical help for care leavers.https://mycovenant.org.ukDrive Forward FoundationEmployment support, coaching and opportunities for care experienced young people.https://driveforwardfoundation.orgBarnardo’sSupport services for children, young people and care leavers across the UK.https://www.barnardos.org.ukInformation from Department for Education About review into deaths of care leavers https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-examine-deaths-of-vulnerable-care-leavers\About Enduring Relationships programme https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/enduring-relationships-for-care-experienced-children/enduring-relationshipsCentrepointSupport for young people facing homelessness or housing insecurity.https://centrepoint.org.ukShelterHousing advice and homelessness support.https://www.shelter.org.ukMindMental health support and information.https://www.mind.org.ukYoungMindsMental health resources for young people.https://www.youngminds.org.uk📲 Want to get involved?Got a Quarter Life Question you’d love to hear answered on the pod?Slide into my DMs over on Instagram @gracemcintosh1 or TikTok @gracemcintosh_ - I’d love to hear from you. ⭐ Enjoying the podcast?Please leave a 5-star review - it really helps more people find us and keeps the QLQ conversation going.Thanks so much for listening - and see you next week!Grace x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    51 mins
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