The 20 Something Playbook

We spent one unforgettable week in London, England trying what TikTok calls "whimsy maxxing"—embracing spontaneity, saying yes to unexpected adventures, and making the most of every moment.Instead of following a packed tourist itinerary, we mixed iconic London attractions with hidden gems, local neighborhoods, bookstores, markets, live music, and some unbelievable luck.In this episode, we share:* Our favourite hidden gems in London* Budget-friendly ways to experience the city* Borough Market* Wimbledon on a budget* Harry Styles at Wembley Stadium* Harry Potter Studio Tour* Soho shopping* Marylebone Bookshop* Portobello Road Market* St. Paul's Cathedral*Thirsty Thursdays* Why we think London is one of the best cities in the worldIf you're planning a trip to London, looking for a unique London itinerary, or just love travel stories, this episode is for you.Subscribe for new episodes every other week.Follow us on IG/TT/YT@20SomethingPlaybookWebsite: https://www.20somethingplaybook.com/

We get asked this question all the time:"Why don't you drink?"People always assume something dramatic happened to make us sober... that we had strict parents, a bad experience, or a religious reason. The truth? None of those are true. We simply... never started drinking. Somehow, that's become one of the most confusing things about us.In this episode, we're sharing why the three of us have stayed sober throughout our 20s, how we navigate weddings, parties, work events, and friendships, and why we've never felt like alcohol was something we needed.We talk about:✨ Why we never started drinking🍸 Navigating bars and weddings sober💬 The questions people always ask us👯 Making friends in your 20s without alcoholThis isn't about convincing anyone not to drink. Our friends drink. Our family drinks. We simply chose a different path, and we're sharing what that has looked like for us.We'd love to hear your experience.Are you sober? Sober curious? Or did you simply never get into drinking? Let us know in the comments.🎙️ New episodes every other week on Tuesdays.Follow us on IG/TT @20somethingplaybook

Turns out there's actual science behind why your 20s feel so chaotic, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor had a stroke that shut down half her brain, and what she learned changed everything. Her biggest takeaway? Keep them alive till 25. Your prefrontal cortex literally isn't done developing yet and that explains a lot.We get into:— Why being in a happy relationship still doesn't fix what's going on in your head (Olivia Rodrigo called it — her head is full of poison and her partner couldn't cure it)— The gray area of your 20s that nobody prepares you for — you're not a teenager anymore but you're also not fully cooked— Why we look back at our old TikToks and genuinely don't recognize ourselves— The book that changed how we think about relationships and mental health (You Are The One You've Been Waiting For by Richard Schwartz)— Why sad music might actually be the most underrated therapy tool you already haveIf you're in your 20s and feel like you're figuring it out in real time — same. This episode is for you.🎵 Music mentioned: Olivia Rodrigo, Gracie Abrams, Billie Eilish, Jeff Buckley, Coldplay, Frank Sinatra📖 Book mentioned: You Are The One You've Been Waiting For — Richard SchwartzDrop your favorite song to listen to when you're sad in the comments. And if it's Sparks by Coldplay... are you okay?

What if your late 20s are more than just another birthday?In this episode of M.A.E. Chats, we dive into the idea of the Saturn Return—the life phase that supposedly forces you to confront the areas you've been avoiding. Whether or not you believe in astrology, the concept sparked a bigger conversation about money, financial literacy, savings, spending, and the financial wake-up calls many of us experience in our 20s.We chat about:✨ The Saturn Return phenomenon and why it made us rethink our finances✨ Learning financial literacy later in life✨ High-interest savings accounts, budgeting, and investing✨ Living at home in your 20s and the advantages it can provide✨ Balancing saving for the future with actually enjoying your life✨ Our biggest financial mistakes (looking at you, five pairs of Aritzia pants 👀)✨ Working extra jobs to fund travel and big experiences✨ The realities of money, taxes, and adulthood nobody teaches you in school✨ Why spending on your values matters more than chasing perfectionFrom luxury-resort stories and London travel plans to Chipotle kids' meals and endless debates over whether it's "return" or "return" (you'll see), this episode is a candid conversation about navigating money, ambition, and growing up.If you're in your 20s and trying to figure out how to balance saving, spending, and building the life you want, this one's for you.💬 Do you believe in the Saturn Return?💬 What's the best—or worst—financial decision you've made in your 20s?Let us know in the comments!#SaturnReturn #MoneyInYour20s #FinancialLiteracy #PersonalFinance #Adulting #Twentysomething #SavingMoney #Budgeting #MAEChats #WomenAndMoney #FinancialWellness #LifeInYour20s #MoneyMindset #YoungProfessionals #PersonalGrowth

Ever felt like your brain won't shut off? We're diving into why our busiest days are actually our best days for mental health—and why unemployment hit different (in the worst way).In this episode, we talk about:- That meme about being too busy to overthink- Why karaoke at 9pm after a full workday hits different- Living through parasocial relationships when you have nothing going on (hi, - Dancing with the Stars and F1)- The sleepy girl anthem struggle of wanting to go out but also... the couch- How to push yourself when you're a homebody who hates change- Finding your balance between work, side hustles, and actually having a life in your 20sPlus: Elle comes to LIFE at karaoke, Maddie had a terrible day, and we almost forgot we have a punching bag in the basement.🎤 Songs mentioned: Driver's License, Commander, Drop Dead by Olivia Rodrigo, Talk Talk by Charli XCX & Troye SivanNew episode every other Tuesday!Follow us @20somethingplaybook on IG & TThttps://www.20somethingplaybook.com

What was it actually like to be 20 in the 90s? Our mom lived it — and she's spilling everything. From meet cutes before smartphones existed to the fashion trends she still thinks about, we're getting the full story on one of the most iconic decades ever. Whether you lived it or just wish you did, this one's for you.Follow @20somethingplaybook on IG/TT

We have no HR department. It's just the three of us (Maddie, Ava, and Elle) figuring it out as we go.This week we're getting into what it's really like to work with your sisters: the burnout, the breakdowns (yes, plural), the demands vs. requests debate, and how we've somehow kept this going for 10 YEARS.We also talk about:→ Trying to get our TV script in front of literary managers before the window closes→ Why one of us is always the first to break (canary in the coal mine 🐦)→ Scheduling "silly sister time" because apparently that has to go in the calendar too→ The logistics pep talk that pulled us back from the edge→ Why being different is what makes us work — and what causes all our conflictNo HR. No help. Just three sisters who are very much figuring it out.—📺 We're creating the TV series we’ve dreamed of since our teens.  🎙️ New episodes every week about the good, bad and ugly of our 20s.Find us on Instagram: @20somethingplaybookSupport our mental health nonprofit on IG: @myteam.social#podcast #sisters #burnout #creativework #screenwriting #podcastlife #twenties

Maddie's 27th bday episode x Bieberchella revelations... buckle in. This one goes off the deep end and back :) Follow us on IG & TT @20somethingplaybookWebsite: https://www.20somethingplaybook.com/

By day, we’re working 9–5 jobs.By night, we’re building the lives we actually dream about.In this episode, we talk about the double lives everyone in their 20s is secretly living: balancing careers, creative dreams, social lives, and the pressure to “figure it all out.”We get into:- why your 20s feel so chaotic (and why that’s normal)- the reality of working a 9–5 while chasing something bigger- what “grit” actually means (and why it matters more than talent)- how to keep going when you feel like you’re failing at both livesIf you’ve ever felt like you’re living two completely different identities… this episode is for you.We hope you’re getting the best of both worlds ✨For more visit  @20SomethingPlaybook  on TT/IG