Transplants

New grads, come to the front immediately! Life after college is no joke and in this episode of Transplants, we dive into the raw, unfiltered reality of adulthood. This episode includes real talk, helpful advice, and a little reassurance that you've got this. Whether you’re starting a corporate job, taking a gap year, or pursuing higher education, this episode will give you insights on how to navigate the first few years of adult life in the real world.
We’ll cover:
✔️ What really happens after the graduation cap comes off & how to rediscover yourself
✔️ The mindset needed to maintain current relationships and make new connections post-grad
✔️ Why it’s okay to not have it all figured out yet
 
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Instagram: @transplantspodcast
TikTok: @transplantspodcast
Threads: @transplantspodcast 
 
Saving up for a move? Open a high-yield savings account here: https://ally.com/referral?code=4R3S6J4R9F. (referral link)
 
Resources mentioned:
The Defining Decade--And How to Make the Most of Them Now by Meg Jay
For all business inquiries, email [transplantspod@gmail.com](mailto:transplantspod@gmail.com)
 
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
03:57 - Choosing a path after graduation
04:56 - Comparing yourself to others
07:16 - How your relationship with yourself changes
13:55 - Entering the workforce as a new grad
17:35 - Setting new goals vs. being present
23:45 - How to navigate relationship changes
35:41 - Finding your purpose
37:22 - How to move through the world as a new adult
39:48 - Looking to the future

Finding the perfect apartment can be overwhelming—but don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! In this episode of Transplants, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about apartment hunting, from getting organized to negotiating a lease. I’ll also share must-ask questions for apartment tours and what to do when your search isn’t going as planned. Whether you're looking for your first apartment post-grad, navigating a competitive rental market, or just trying to avoid common pitfalls, these tips will help you lock in a place you love.
You’ll learn:
✔️ Tools to use during research
✔️ How to negotiate your lease like a pro
✔️ What to do when you can’t find the right place
 
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:27 - Getting organized
04:13 - Where to search for the best listings
07:26 - Questions to ask when touring apartments
12:07 - What to do when your search isn’t going well
13:14 - Quick apartment hunting tips
14:24 - How to negotiate your lease like a pro
19:49 - Next steps
 
Follow Transplants on social media:
Instagram: @transplantspodcast
TikTok: @transplantspodcast
Threads: @transplantspodcast
 
Saving up for a move? Open a high-yield savings account here: https://ally.com/referral?code=4R3S6J4R9F. (referral link)
 
Resources mentioned:
https://dwellsy.com/
https://www.apartmentlist.com/
 
For all business inquiries, email transplantspod@gmail.com

These days, dating is over-complicated but simply put: we all crave human connection and we can leverage community to find it. In this episode of Transplants, we welcome Ariana Nathani to the guest chair. Ariana is a Forbes 30 Under 30 2025 media winner and the founder of Drinks First, a dating podcast based in NYC that has grown into a media and events empire. We discuss how to navigate dating in your twenties, set boundaries in relationships, and authentically put yourself out there in a world full of noise.
 
Keep up with Ariana and Drinks First:
📷 Ariana's Instagram: @ariana.nathani
📲 Ariana's TikTok: @ariana.nathani
📷 Drinks First: @drinks.first
 
Keep up with Transplants:
📷 Instagram: @transplantspodcast
📲 TikTok: @transplantspodcast
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For all business inquiries, email transplantspod@gmail.com⁠

Welcome to season 2 of Transplants! In Episode 11, you'll learn the basics of how to budget, save, and invest even if you’re a beginner. This episode will serve as a good foundation for those planning their finances for the new year and need some help or a little refresher.
 
Keep up with Transplants on social media:
📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transplantspodcast/
📲 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@transplantspodcast
 
Books mentioned:
The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
I Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit Sethi
We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers
 
Podcasts mentioned: 
Life Kit by NPR
Financial Feminist
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From getting ghosted by my therapist to paying back student loans to getting wine drunk alone, I’ve experienced a lot of things that turned into valuable lessons during my first two years of post-grad life. I share some of the highlights in this episode but don’t worry, there’s even more to share in the future. Let me know which lesson resonated with you most.
Keep up with Transplants on social media:
📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transplantspodcast/
📲 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@transplantspodcast
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For all business inquiries, email transplantspod@gmail.com⁠

When you’re alone in a new city, away from everything you’ve ever known, homesickness can be quick to creep in and seemingly never leave. It’s normal to start to feel disconnected from parts of yourself and people you love, but you won’t always feel so helpless as long as you stand on business. Hopefully, this episode gives you space to be grateful for the past, intentional in your present, and optimistic for the future.
Keep up with Transplants on social media:
📷 Instagram: @transplantspodcast
📲 TikTok: @transplantspodcast
📩 Want to hear about a specific topic? Submit your suggestions here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyKLlv87SoDGAzGlH00KG-KNsadvnSHuj8nOApjO5VP0FTNw/viewform
📩 Is life testing you right now? Need advice on something? Submit your problem and get some advice on the podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfY9Kk1jtgqxwhRC5rLeq9Ip_Pd5Iq-hn-MwshF4FnmMdn5bA/viewform
For all business inquiries, email transplantspod@gmail.com⁠

Being alone is a harsh reality many of us face in our twenties. Although it can be scary, being alone can also be a good thing in the long run. In the same vein, it's important to distinguish the difference between being alone vs. being lonely and how to navigate both feelings. In this week's episode, we're discussing just that as well as ways to combat loneliness and find strength in solitude.
Keep up with Transplants on social media:
📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transplantspodcast/
📲 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@transplantspodcast
📩 Want to hear about a specific topic? Submit your suggestions here: https://shorturl.at/efPT9
📩 Is life testing you right now? Need advice on something? Submit your problem and get some advice on the podcast: https://shorturl.at/dJVY4
For all business inquiries, email transplantspod@gmail.com⁠

Understanding who you are and how you respond to certain scenarios can help you move through life with more confidence. Those bright, glossy quizzes in J-14 magazine were always my favorite way to figure out which Disney star I'm most similar to or if I'm an introvert or extrovert. This week on Transplants, we're going a little more in-depth than a teen magazine as we dive into the behaviors of introverts in comparison to extroverts and how to use the strengths of each to make your move and post-move life better.
Take the introvert, extrovert, ambivert quiz here: https://psychologia.co/introvert-extrovert-ambivert-quiz/ 
Keep up with Transplants on social media:
📷 Instagram: @transplantspodcast
📲 TikTok: @transplantspodcast
📩 Want to hear about a specific topic? Submit your suggestions here: https://shorturl.at/efPT9
📩 Is life testing you right now? Need advice on something? Submit your problem and get some advice on the podcast: https://shorturl.at/dJVY4
For all business inquiries, email transplantspod@gmail.com⁠

How much do you trust yourself? How much are you holding yourself back? Trust is important in any relationship, especially within yourself. In this episode of Transplants, we talk about the different ways inner distrust may show up in your life such as self-doubt, insecurity, and overthinking as well as ways to rebuild that trust. Hopefully, by the end, you'll trust yourself to take the big leap. Commit to the bit!
Keep up with Transplants on social media:
📷 Instagram: @transplantspodcast
📲 TikTok: @transplantspodcast
📩 Want to hear about a specific topic? Submit your suggestions here: https://shorturl.at/efPT9 
📩 Is life testing you right now? Need advice on something? Submit your problem and get some advice on the podcast: https://shorturl.at/dJVY4 
For all business inquiries, email transplantspod@gmail.com⁠

After the newness of your big move and a new city wears off, the post-move blues can snatch those rose-colored glasses right off your face with a quickness—hitting you fast and hard. In addition, this time of year can spark the onset of seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, for a lot of people. In this episode of Transplants, I've invited my friend and serial entrepreneur Tara Bhikha to open up about her experience with post-move blues and seasonal depression as well as tips on how to navigate these tough thoughts and emotions.
Keep up with Tara and her jewelry brand, Kaju, on social media:
📷 Instagram: @tarathestargirl
📲 TikTok: @tarathestargirl
✨ Her jewelry brand: @kajustudios
 
Keep up with Transplants on social media:
📷 Instagram: @transplantspodcast
📲 TikTok: @transplantspodcast
 
Places to find a therapist:
https://www.inclusivetherapists.com/
https://therapyforblackmen.org/
https://therapyforblackgirls.com/
https://latinxtherapy.com/ 
For all business inquiries, email transplantspod@gmail.com⁠