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28.11.2023
45 Minuten
Pia and Paula are excitedly counting down to 2024 and reminiscing
about all the amazing things that happened in 2023 – shoutout to
Pia's new house and Paula's career pivot! But they're not just
looking back…they're also planning for their future.
In this episode, the sisters share their experiences from the
past year, both the highs and the lows and discuss their goals
and aspirations for the coming year. They also chat about the
anxiety and fear that often come with change or planning for the
future and share their tips on staying proactive without feeling
overwhelmed.
IN THIS EPISODE, PIA & PAULA TALK ABOUT:
- (9:34) The impact the pandemic had on their current
selves
- (13:08) The major highs and lows of 2023
- (18:39) Thoughts, plans, and goals for 2024
- (23:10) How they each approach planning
- (26:34) Advice for managing anxiety and fears about
change
- (32:40) Tips for planning ahead without feeling overwhelmed
- (37:47) Slowing down in your mid-20s and balancing
responsibilities with activities
RESOURCES
- Leave us a voicemail or text at (512) 827-8730 for a chance to
get featured on the pod! Tell us what you’re second guessing.
- Follow the podcast on Instagram HERE
- Listen on your favorite platform HERE
- Shop Ignited Apparel HERE
CONNECT WITH PIA
On Instagram: @sophiacuerquis
On YouTube: @sophiacuerquis
On TikTok: @sophiacuerquis
CONNECT WITH PAULA
On Instagram: @paulacuerquis
On TikTok: @paulacuerquis
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21.11.2023
50 Minuten
The holiday season is just around the corner, but it can be super
tough to fully enjoy it if you're far away from your loved ones.
And Pia and Paula totally understand the challenges of living in
different states from each other and the rest of their family! In
this episode, they share their experiences navigating
long-distance with friends and family and split-family
obligations with their partners.
They reflect on past holidays and unpack their decision to spend
Thanksgiving apart this year. They also talk about their
excitement for their upcoming trip to visit their family in the
Philippines and offer their tips for coping with distance,
creating personal traditions at home, and embracing a "found
family."
IN THIS EPISODE, PIA & PAULA TALK ABOUT:
- (11:47) The difference between distance with a partner vs.
family/friends
- (15:51) Splitting holidays with partners
- (22:18) Visiting family in the Philippines
- (29:04) The challenges of long-distance relationships with
friends and family
- (35:04) Tips for dealing with loneliness during the holidays
- (39:51) The concept of a “found family”
- (44:02) Why Paula is second-guessing her marathon
RESOURCES
- Book rec: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
- Book rec: Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
- Leave us a voicemail or text at (512) 827-8730 for a chance to
get featured on the pod! Tell us what you’re second guessing.
- Follow the podcast on Instagram HERE
- Listen on your favorite platform HERE
- Shop Ignited Apparel HERE
CONNECT WITH PIA
On Instagram: @sophiacuerquis
On YouTube: @sophiacuerquis
On TikTok: @sophiacuerquis
CONNECT WITH PAULA
On Instagram: @paulacuerquis
On TikTok: @paulacuerquis
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14.11.2023
36 Minuten
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Pia & Paula are
feeling grateful and nostalgic! The sisters think this season is
the perfect time to reflect on your year, tap into your feelings,
and enjoy all the beauty right in front of you. They chat about
appreciating life's simplicities, being thankful for their
friends and family, and living in the moment. So listen in, grab
your favorite cozy blanket, and sip on a cup of tea because it's
about to get all warm and fuzzy.
IN THIS EPISODE, PIA & PAULA TALK ABOUT:
- (5:07) Appreciating life’s simple pleasures
- (14:30) Having a close relationship with parents and best
friends
- (17:46) Why you can’t take the internet for granted
- (25:38) The sacrifices and unconditional love of their
family
- (30:30) Balancing living in your YOLO era vs. saving for the
future
RESOURCES
- Book rec: A Court of Thorns and Roses
- Leave us a voicemail or text at (512) 827-8730 for a chance to
get featured on the pod! Tell us what you’re second guessing.
- Follow the podcast on Instagram HERE
- Listen on your favorite platform HERE
- Shop Ignited Apparel HERE
CONNECT WITH PIA
On Instagram: @sophiacuerquis
On YouTube: @sophiacuerquis
On TikTok: @sophiacuerquis
CONNECT WITH PAULA
On Instagram: @paulacuerquis
On TikTok: @paulacuerquis
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07.11.2023
40 Minuten
Let's be honest... we're all a little nosy sometimes. In this
episode, Pia and Paula dive into the latest trend on TikTok - "I
pay attention to things most people ignore," inspired by Olivia
Rodrigo's song, All American B*tch. They chat about the most
popular TikToks on this topic, like Venmo requests between
couples, the weird ways people interact with your significant
other, and social media stalking or blocking.
They also share what they pay the most attention to – Pia gets
stressed out by how people use punctuation and emojis when
texting, while Paula has a superpower for knowing exactly how
people feel.
IN THIS EPISODE, PIA & PAULA TALK ABOUT:
- (4:27) Venmo requests and financial equality between couples
- (8:51) Cutting people off vs. valuing opinions in
conversation
- (10:50) Dating habits and how people interact with your
partner
- (24:51) What they each pay attention to, like energetic
intuition, texting styles, and sharing germs
- (34:02) The universality and common interests found in this
trend
- (35:02) Advice for leaving a toxic relationship, hookup
culture, and today’s dating era
RESOURCES
- Spotify Audio Books
- Book rec: The Killing Game by Kate Bold
- Book rec: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
- Leave us a voicemail or text at (512) 827-8730 for a chance to
get featured on the pod! Tell us what you’re second guessing.
- Follow the podcast on Instagram HERE
- Listen on your favorite platform HERE
- Shop Ignited Apparel HERE
CONNECT WITH PIA
On Instagram: @sophiacuerquis
On YouTube: @sophiacuerquis
On TikTok: @sophiacuerquis
CONNECT WITH PAULA
On Instagram: @paulacuerquis
On TikTok: @paulacuerquis
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31.10.2023
45 Minuten
Social media has made it way too easy for people to share
intimate details of their lives with their followers, and today,
Pia & Paula reflect on their experiences with oversharing vs.
keeping certain things private online and in real-life. They talk
about the difference between relatable content, excessive
oversharing, and providing personal stories that can be helpful
or educational.
The sisters discuss the importance of maintaining your privacy
online and Pia explains how she balances being a relatable
influencer while not oversharing. Plus, Paula gives her thoughts
on how to deal with trauma dumping from friends or when you first
meet someone. They also remind us of age-old advice, "think
before you speak," and give their tricks for knowing when/ where
you should/shouldn’t overshare.
IN THIS EPISODE, PIA & PAULA TALK ABOUT:
- (8:07) What it means to overshare on social media
- (10:39) Their individual perspectives on sharing or not sharing
certain things
- (20:50) Why influencers overshare details of their daily
lives
- (25:00) How oversharing can create a sense of community and
understanding
- (30:00) The difference between offering help and setting
boundaries with trauma dumping
- (40:15) Advice for making the most of long-distance
relationships
RESOURCES
- Check out Ken Eurich: @ken.eurich
- Check out Call Her Daddy with Alex Cooper HERE
- Leave us a voicemail or text at (512) 827-8730 for a chance to
get featured on the pod! Tell us what you’re second guessing.
- Follow the podcast on Instagram HERE
- Listen on your favorite platform HERE
- Shop Ignited Apparel HERE
CONNECT WITH PIA
On Instagram: @sophiacuerquis
On YouTube: @sophiacuerquis
On TikTok: @sophiacuerquis
CONNECT WITH PAULA
On Instagram: @paulacuerquis
On TikTok: @paulacuerquis
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Über diesen Podcast
Sisters Pia & Paula have a few thoughts in mind. Join this duo
as they talk candidly about the realities of life in their 20s:
with Pia working full-time as an influencer and Paula climbing the
9-5 corporate ladder. The two share their perspectives on life’s
highs and lows—as first generation Asian Americans—through
unsolicited advice and commentary on real and relatable
experiences.
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