Previously Gifted Podcast

We're Engaged!

Sun, 16 May 2021 20:16:52 +0000

Nathan and I are engaged, wowie!! hear the proposal story and some of our thoughts on marriage & weddings in general.

time stamps!

0:00 - intro

1:20 - our relationship, living together

4:54 - did we discuss marriage before the proposal?

8:05 - why get married?

13:55 - picking the ring, early plans

29:44 - Nathan's various proposal ideas

35:05 - the final idea

36:30 - the proposal story!!

52:00 - still surreal

54:55 - is being engaged going to change anything? name change?

57:14 - initial thoughts on wedding size, location, and timing?

discussing our job experiences

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 16:17:29 +0000

Nathan and I are back to discuss our various job experiences!

time stamps:

0:00 - intro

1:49 - just gamer things

10:16 - invisalign drama

12:40 - shout out to Nicole Rafiee for inspiring this topic

13:40 - ear cleaning & hair plucking tangent

16:49 - more earwax discussion.... I'm sorry lmao

19:14 - Tiffany's first job, cashier at produce store

26:34 - Nathan's first job, at garden center cafe

37:15 - Tiffany, cashier at The Habit Burger

47:20 - Nathan, cook at seafood restaurant

57:43 - Tiffany, staff at birthday party place

1:19:32 - Nathan, at a university bar

1:23:23 - Tiffany, work study & cafe in New Orleans

1:27:10 - Tiffany, unemployed in NY, daycare attempt, then Starbucks

1:34:00 - kthanksbye!!

what should "the left" do now? (a political episode!)

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 15:55:41 +0000

a political update episode! what ideology / label do I claim? what are my thoughts on & expectations for Biden's administration? stay tuned!!

0:00 - intro

1:34 - my sleep schedule is wrecked

4:55 - my recent night routine

7:50 - the laundry struggle

16:28 - new icebreaker segment??

17:50 - what is the trait you most deplore in yourself?

21:04 - my ideology / political compass

30:40 - electoral politics

35:57 - lack of enthusiasm for Biden

37:17 - hero worship of politicians

38:09 - feelings after Biden's nomination and general election win

40:48 - what I expect from Biden's admin

44:49 - should we withhold votes from terrible dems?

45:37 - I took a long political survey call

48:55 - thoughts on Andrew Yang for NYC mayor?

59:00 - do I have friends with different political beliefs?

1:04:49 - handling family members with different politics

1:10:02 - how education impacts kids' political beliefs

1:12:42 - getting involved with your community, mutual aid, etc

Baby Fever! (answering hypothetical "future parent" q's with Nathan)

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 07:00:20 +0000

My boyfriend and I discuss our answers to hypothetical, future parenting questions. ** we are not pregnant or planning to be any time soon btw!!** but still thought it'd be fun to talk about because I have serious baby fever right now lmao. Hope y'all enjoy!!

I'm Graduating! Final Thoughts on College

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 17:54:41 +0000

will this be my last ever college-themed episode?? bittersweet. Y'all asked me many questions about college, so let's discuss!! "is college a scam? why is financial aid such a mess? how do you stop procrastinating?" and many more Q's :)

2020 in Review (goals, music, & movies)

Fri, 01 Jan 2021 18:34:24 +0000

Let's go over my 2020 goals (and any for 2021??), my Spotify Wrapped, and some of my fav things I watched this year.

finding your place in college, with Nicole Rafiee

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 02:31:55 +0000

part two of my convo with Nicole Rafiee! as soon-to-be grads, let's discuss college!!

Nicole's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8_yg1camlWnYfX_0tfECw Nicole's podcast, Talk Nasty to Me: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx4nZrsK3B_nIzgqruAg1Qw

Are We Still Relatable? with Nicole Rafiee

Sat, 24 Oct 2020 17:59:11 +0000

chatting with fellow youtuber and student, Nicole Rafiee! (part 2 about college & being media majors will be up next week!!)

Nicole's channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8_yg1camlWnYfX_0tfECw

Nicole's podcast, Talk Nasty to Me: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx4nZrsK3B_nIzgqruAg1Qw

friendship and loneliness (esp. in the time of covid)

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 00:56:50 +0000

icebreakers! + discussion of adult friendships and loneliness in the time of covid. + more tv and movie reviews! Ratched, Great British Bake Off, Get Me Roger Stone, Christopher Strong, The Social Dilemma, Badlands, Enola Holmes, McCabe and Mrs. Miller, The Shining, & Taxi Driver

media major discusses major media... essentially...

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 22:18:22 +0000

First solo podcast in over 8 months! I mention gross things like mouth noises & foot peels (sorry), then get into all the media I've consumed recently! music, podcasts, tv shows, and movies!!

Commentary King, D'Angelo Wallace

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 18:56:26 +0000

Interviewing the fantastic D'Angelo Wallace about film school, his past as an art channel, and his major successes in commentary!

I'm finally a SENIOR!! let's get this degree!

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 20:50:54 +0000

I'M BACK!! topics discussed include: my busy January, the start of my senior year of university, debt payoff updates, BERNIE, and a review of the courses I've taken at my college so far.

2019 Goals and My Progress So Far

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000

Have I met my 2019 goals, yet?? My goals this year mostly involve hobbies, personal finance, and fitness/wellness. PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW ON ITUNES IF YOU ENJOY THE POD :)

Life Update & Thoughts on Bernie VS Warren?

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 19:17:29 +0000

How is school? How is life, work/youtube? + podcast recommendations, my paranoid viewing of the new Joker movie, and 30 full minutes of political chat! ENJOY!

TIME STAMPS:

0:00 - intro / how is school going? 22:19 - youtube/work updates... have I been blacklisted?? 45:30 - podcast recommendations 51:30 - I saw Joker and I was so paranoid 58:33 - Bernie Is Back rally ft. AOC! 1:00:00 - my thoughts on the primary so far

NYC Living & Ranting About 2020 Dems

Tue, 16 Jul 2019 20:21:58 +0000

A NEW PODCAST EPISODE?? This is unbelievable. Enjoy listening to me chat about finances, what it's like living on a budget in an expensive city, and of course I had to rant a bit about the 2020 democratic candidates. Who are my favs, and who do I dislike?? YOU'LL SEEEE

Returning to College at 23

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 13:54:11 +0000

Episode 42! Today I answer many questions about what it's been like returning to university. What courses am I taking? Is it hard to get back into "study" mode? Have I made friends / how can I make friends?? Enjoy!

We All Need More Diversity In Our Lives

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 23:02:50 +0000

Hi! On this week's episode, I talk about a few topics that were suggested to me by you guys, including the need for more diversity in film & tv, the stress of being a new college grad, breakup advice, how I feel living in Queens VS Long Island, and finally... Bernie 2020. It gets political!! you've been warned hehe.

TIME STAMPS: 2:53 diversity in movies - so tired of white hetero male-centric stories 13:48 the expectations and reality of being a college grad 18:00 breakup advice 32:04 differences between living on Long Island and living in Queens 39:23 POLITICS! BERNIE! 2020 ELECTION!

I'm Not A Pinterest Wedding Planner

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 18:57:46 +0000

This week, I'm sharing MORE Netflix recommendations and getting distracted with rants along the way. What's new?? I discuss Diva Brides (and the institution of marriage / wedding traditions in general), Botched Up Bodies, Embarrassing Bodies, and The Umbrella Academy. I end the show with my newfound fitness revolution - hula hooping.

Enjoy!

Pick One: Fun or Cool

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 15:15:42 +0000

(reupload!) We love self-reflection!! I compare my old dreams and habits to my current life, glad that I have learned some useful adulting skills. I discuss The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Mad TV, and my dreams of being a comedian.

I also share some of my fav podcasts recently -

This Might Get Weird by Grace and Mamrie

In Line With Ameriberry by Katherine and Sara

Poddy Mouth by my pal Lana (@memecitytrick is her meme page on insta)

plus the biggest question... am I fun or cool??

New Apartment Who Dis?

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 00:18:36 +0000

Finally back! Finally found our new apartment and moved in! Today's episode has a few funny stories, the struggles of moving into a new place, and some Netflix and Spotify music recommendations. Enjoy!!

here's a link to my spotify playlist, deux mille dix-neuf: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/11dRgE8nXLpmCYZqRsfmUH

Please leave a review on iTunes / Apple Podcasts :)

My Return to France

Sun, 13 Jan 2019 16:40:38 +0000

I spent the first four days of 2019 in Paris, but then I got sick and spent a week recovering. This whole episode is about my trip to Paris with my hometown friends! I spoke some decent français and had a wonderful time!! Have I mentioned I studied abroad in France?

Seasick Blues, Cruise News

Mon, 24 Dec 2018 11:39:03 +0000

In today's episode, I tell y'all all about the Caribbean cruise! We started in Jamaica, went to Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia, then back to Montego Bay. I share all the good mems, plus a few travel pet peeves. Merry Christmas and happy holidays! Stay tuned for more episodes in the new year :)

The Internet Can Tell Me Who I Am!

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 10:00:00 +0000

Hi!! I'm currently on a frickin cruise! But I was a good podcaster and recorded this in advance :*) in today's episode I talk a lot about me!! I took the 8values test, a philosophy dichotomy test, I discuss my Myers Briggs, and I go through the astrology app, Co Star, terribly attempting to explain my signs. Enjoy!!

Future Plans? Best-Case-Scenario

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 20:51:14 +0000

WOO! I answered many questions in this episode, including an ideal version of our future plans, hopefully going back to university in New York in the spring, the struggles of the holiday season, and more. Enjoy!

Vaguely Irish

Fri, 30 Nov 2018 17:57:44 +0000

This episode is all about my trip to Ireland last weekend! Nathan and I went to Dublin, plus spent a day heading out to the west coast to visit the Cliffs of Moher. I discuss my scattered knowledge of Irish history, the struggle of being a hyper-critical SoCal girl every time I eat "Mexican" food, and more. Enjoy!! Please subscribe and leave a rating on iTunes :)

Facing Fears, Louis Theroux, & Black Friday

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 21:30:45 +0000

In today's episode, I discuss facing my fear of heights, my recent iphone game addiction, our least favorite personal trainer at the gym, Louis Theroux documentaries, and Black Friday / holiday materialism. Enjoy!!!!

Make sure you subscribe and leave a rating / review on iTunes. Kthanksbye!!!!!

I Waxed My Boyfriend??

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 15:19:46 +0000

Spoiler Alert: the title is not clickbait :/ LMAO. In this episode I give a book review for "The Sky is Everywhere," a movie review for Bohemian Rhapsody, tell the story of waxing Nathan's butt, and more.

TIME STAMPS will be available soon :*)

Brainstorming Goals for 2019

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 17:21:00 +0000

Sorry for the long gap in episodes, but finally here is # 30! This is kinda a mess lmao but I discuss (briefly) the midterms, my financial / entrepreneurial goals for 2019, and answer a few advice questions. PS I'm in England! woo woo!

Intro: 0:00 - 5:00 How's England? Life update: 5:00 Midterm Election results / will I continue to discuss political topics on the pod? 10:25 - 15:43 Burp intermission: 15:45 Podcast guests?? 16:00 Advice questions begin : 17:20 I struggle with social situations, how do I become more talkative? : 18:00 You've always been independent from your parents, what's your biggest tip? 23:25 Handling finances as a couple : 27:20 The Financial Diet / Chelsea Fagan - 28:10 Aja Dang and her aggressive budgeting, student loan repayment plan - 29:00 2019 is the year I become an organized adult - 30:27 how do you get out of creative ruts / learn to stop doubting the validity of what you make? 33:30 my reaction to watching The Apprentice UK for the first time - 39:20

How 2 Stand Up For Urself (& other advice)

Sat, 13 Oct 2018 01:40:00 +0000

THE ADVICE AND SELF-ADVOCACY EPISODE! I'll leave some time stamps for topics below :-) reminder to VOTE - 2:35 climate change rant - 5:12 STANDING UP FOR YOURSELF (at starbucks) - 8:10 STANDING UP FOR YOURSELF (at the dentist) - 15:15 advice q's begin - 29:38 feeling like you're behind in life? - 30:00 liking an emotionally unavailable guy who isn't over his ex - 33:21 when ur partner is not being affectionate anymore - 38:05 dealing with anxiety in college - 41:40 12 years until climate disasters - 45:28 how to leave a job without being rude - 47:20 tips for working/training at starbucks - 49:00 how to deal with growing out a bad haircut - 50:45 classic 'crush on a best friend' sitch - 52:09 DON'T FORGET TO LEAVE A REVIEW ON ITUNES IF YOU LOVE ME AND PREVI GIFTI

My Thoughts on the Kavanaugh Hearings

Wed, 03 Oct 2018 03:14:00 +0000

In today's episode, I answered a Patron advice question regarding moving out for the first time, the Kavanaugh hearings, and my recent movie & show watches, including Maniac, Crazy Rich Asians, and Ozark.

The Nathan Questionnaire

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 21:43:00 +0000

Episode 27! Today's ep is a bit different because 1) nathan is here! and 2) he's mainly just asking me a ton of lil questions that he thought y'all would like to hear me answer... so here you go!! Hope u enjoy :-)

Burning Nike Products lmfaooo

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 23:27:00 +0000

Today I discussed the big drama within the beauty guru / makeup artist community on youtube, the tea on sponsored content, the amazing Nerd City video destroying Jake Paul, and of course... the hilarious fact that some conservatives are burning their Nike products. Enjoy!!

Coming Of Age, Romantic Comedy-Dramas

Fri, 31 Aug 2018 01:05:00 +0000

Today's episode is mostly movie reviews so I hope you're down! Spoiler alert, I will probably ruin every one of these for you. I also discuss my dream job (getting paid to sit and watch Netflix) and some other things. Movies discussed: Blockers, The Kissing Booth, Happy Anniversary, Leap Year, The Spectacular Now, and Amy.

I'M BACK, Y'ALL

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 22:59:00 +0000

Episode 24! I'm back! If you want to hear my summer podcast episodes, become a patron! http://patreon.com/previouslygifted :-) in today's pod I discuss a bunch of things including my upcoming fall / college plans, a few short reviews of movies I've watched (TULLY and To All The Boys I've Loved Before), and more!!!!!!! Luv u!!!11

Time to Move On

Tue, 29 May 2018 21:19:00 +0000

It's the end of an era! Goodbye Bux, goodbye OG podcast set up... gotta move on and go to camp for the summer! This episode includes new patron sponsors, me leaving Starbucks, my college updates / my GoFundMe fundraiser, and more!

College F**ked Me Over (Again)

Wed, 23 May 2018 20:13:00 +0000

This is an Emo Podcast for sure. Listen to me rant for 50 mins about how my transfer applications got all fricked up again this year. I hate my life lmfao I was accepted to 10/10 schools and I can't afford to go to any of them! I love financial aid. I love student loan debt. Want more episodes? Support Previously Gifted on Patreon for access to bonus episodes every month and other perks! https://www.patreon.com/previouslygifted

Wild Wild Corduroy

Tue, 08 May 2018 00:52:00 +0000

In this episode I discuss my miracle shopping trip, my biggest Starbucks pet peeves, and many of my latest netflix binges, including Wild Wild Country, Embarrassing Bodies, Age Gap Love, and more.

Jawbreaker

Wed, 02 May 2018 17:10:00 +0000

We're getting introspective as hell today!! btw can't believe my dumb self was wondering how I could possibly share the questions with you... as if I had never considered... TYPING THEM..........????? So here you go: JAWBREAKER TAG QUESTIONS Who are you when no one is looking? what does it mean to be you? how might friends describe you? how does that differ from who you actually are? talk about your hardships. how much of you is a secret to the outside? do you think you know yourself right now? what are you passionate about? how do you think about where you grew up? talk about a moment that changed you. what is your greatest attribute? what is your biggest accomplishment? what is your biggest failure? do you love yourself? if not, why? do you believe in yourself? what is your first thought in the morning? who are you at the core of yourself? what are you trying to do with your life? what advice do you have to give? have you found yourself? what does society prevent you from being? everyone I meet knows something I do not. what do you know that I don't? what code of morals do you live by? what do others assume about you because of your appearance? that's it!!!!!! now become a patron so we will survive the summer hiatus and you will enjoy the patron-only podcast episodes! http://patreon.com/previouslygifted

Good News and Bad News

Mon, 23 Apr 2018 19:00:00 +0000

Happy 19th! Today I'm discussing some recent news events, which as we all know are mostly bad, but also including some incoherent ramblings about my personal life. I don't remember what I said during this episode at all. I'm tired and I have to go to work, bye!!!

Unpopular Opinions and Racial Bias

Wed, 18 Apr 2018 19:26:00 +0000

Unpopular opinions on dress code issues, as well as lots of discussions about racism, racial profiling, and racial bias, including the Starbucks incident. Coming from a white woman! I need some POC guests to come join the pod!!!! Thank you for surviving the frickin annoying incessant banging throughout this episode. http://patreon.com/previouslygifted

You Don't Know Me!

Wed, 11 Apr 2018 00:40:00 +0000

Episode 17! Discussing the "hypocrisy" in being a vegan / environmentalist but not 100% perfect. Also discussed: archiving my instagram, being sick of Times Square, and my bad customer of the day at bux. Support the pod - Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/previouslygifted

Wealth Inequality! Student Debt! Universal Basic Income!

Mon, 19 Mar 2018 23:06:00 +0000

Episode 15! We're getting financial out here! We're getting Democratic Socialist out here! Today I'm discussing MONEY! The 80/20 wealth distribution, the luck of the wealthy, student loan debt forgiveness, and universal basic income! Hope you enjoy. If you’re so smart, why aren’t you rich? Turns out it’s just chance. - https://www.technologyreview.com/s/610395/if-youre-so-smart-why-arent-you-rich-turns-out-its-just-chance/ Billionaire Warren Buffett: Doubling your net worth won't make you happier - https://www.cnbc.com/2018/02/27/warren-buffett-doubling-your-net-worth-wont-make-you-happier.html?__source=twitter%7Cmain Here Is The Income Level At Which Money Won’t Make You Any Happier In Each State - https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/07/17/map-happiness-benchmark_n_5592194.html

Everything is So Same

Mon, 12 Mar 2018 20:28:00 +0000

#So #same - I pretty much spent 45 minutes venting about doctor's appointments, college financial aid / the transfer process, and an alternate reality where I actually went straight to a 4 year university after high school. Enjoy!!

Oscars 2018 & My Fav Films

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 06:04:00 +0000

The Oscars were last night and I fell asleep before the end! But I'm still gonna chat about all my fav films out of the nominees!! Movies I discussed: Darkest Hour, Black Panther, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri, Wonder, Coco, Get Out, Lady Bird, Call Me By Your Name, I Tonya, and Dunkirk. CHEERS! Support the podcast and get access to bonus episodes! http://patreon.com/previouslygifted

Q&A featuring Nathan!

Wed, 28 Feb 2018 01:09:00 +0000

This week Nathan and I answer some personal questions about me / us, and offer some lil tidbits of advice! We discuss crushes, relationships, the importance of communication, what it's like living together, ETC! Enjoy!!

We Need Gun Control (Parkland Shooting)

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 06:22:00 +0000

We need to talk about gun control. This week I discuss the absolute tragedy of the February 14th school shooting in Parkland, Florida. I bring up the anti-gun-control arguments that make me furious, share examples of other countries that have implemented successful gun control measures, and more.

Influencers, Branding Yourself, and Social Media Nonsense

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 00:49:00 +0000

Bam! Episode 10! Mostly sighs! hahaha in this episode I am getting lost in a million thoughts about social media. Rambling about things from what it means to brand yourself, wanting to be social media famous or be an influencer... oh man. Plz take everything with a grain of salt and remember these are just my opinions and we can all do ~soche mede~ however the frick we want to

Kylie's Baby & the Super Bowl

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 03:14:00 +0000

Episode 9! This one has a lot going on. I discussed ME getting a JOB OFFER this morning (!!!), the schools I'm applying to (and why), my date night with Nathan this past weekend, and of course...... the kicker..... Kylie Jenner's baby announcement overshadowing the Super Bowl.

Biggest Social Questions about Veganism

Mon, 29 Jan 2018 18:42:00 +0000

A full hour discussing social issues and veganism! Cheers! Thank you to Nathan for joining me for this conversation. We'll have more vegan-relevant episodes soon. Support the podcast on Patreon! http://patreon.com/previouslygifted

Froyo and Old Lady Boutiques

Fri, 26 Jan 2018 00:05:00 +0000

Episode 7! I discuss my bad shopping habits, my unemployment / freelance work, my search for a part time job, college essay questions that make me question everything about myself, and my weekend with Nathan and his parents in the city! It's a lot! Enjoy and please leave a review :-)

The Aziz Ansari Allegations

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 01:59:00 +0000

In today's episode, I had to discuss the Aziz Ansari allegations. What happens when a man, often praised for his progressive, feminist values is accused of non-consensual sex acts? I had a lot to say about this situation, the online backlash, and other parts of the Time's Up and Me Too movements.

We Miss Old YouTube

Tue, 09 Jan 2018 00:18:00 +0000

Today I'm focusing on Veganuary and "old youtube" nostalgia. Was youtube really better in the past or do we just remember things as better than they actually were? Who knows. Please leave a review on the podcast app if you're enjoying the pod :-)

Harry Potter World Changed Me

Fri, 05 Jan 2018 01:52:00 +0000

The holidays are over and I am back! A blizzard has trapped me indoors so finally episode 4 has come to fruition. Hope you guys enjoy the new intro and transition music. Today I discussed Logan Paul's dumb ass, winter vacation, feeling great in 2018, and how much I frickin loved Universal Studios Hollywood.

White Christmas

Mon, 25 Dec 2017 19:54:00 +0000

Happy Christmas! It's Nathan's first year celebrating in the States (and missing out on whatever Boxing Day is...) so we're telling stories and chatting about our family holiday traditions.

Have I Mentioned I Studied Abroad?

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 00:27:00 +0000

Episode 2! Hooray! I emerge from my deathbed to discuss *gasp* study abroad!! featuring clips of a video I posted a year ago. Old and new collide.

Being Broke and Confused is My Brand

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 23:30:00 +0000

Ah! My first podcast! Welcome to Previously Gifted, where I will explore the struggles of being a 20-something. Let's talk college, jobs, debt, politics, and the threat of getting food poisoning from eating leftover rice.