Amanda Started A Podcast

About Amanda Started A Podcast

Amanda Started A Podcast to bring some gorgeous voices to your ears. What will these voices be yapping about? How they became who they are in the world & where they are on the way to next. One thing we're hoping: you can learn from some mistakes we’ve made and shit we’ve learned along the way about being a good friend, figuring out who you are & loving all the versions of you who got you to here.

Publisher

Amanda Started A Podcast

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Nov 2024

Latest episode

29 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Amanda in Places You're Liked | Not Convincing People to Like You, People Pleasing & Choosing Yourself

   Go where you're liked. I’ve spent a lot of time people pleasing, trying to feel understood, weirdly convincing people to be my friend, and sometimes becoming resentful when I didn’t feel loved in return. This episode is about friendship, boundaries, people pleasing, depression, self-worth, resentment, starting over, and when you finally stop trying to make yourself fit where you’re not being met. All in under 30 mins. I talk about there being three sides to every story, why people mostly just want to feel heard and brought along, Bruce Springsteen, Ina Garten, and why maybe you don’t need a full five-year plan - you just need to know what feels right for the next five minutes. Other brilliant nuggets of thought discussed here: It's not worth anyone's time to try to convince anyone to be your friend Pursue yourself when you don’t know what else to pursue Things I hate, things I love, and things that confuse me This episode could simply change your life (or make you feel less alone) if you’re navigating changing friendships, loneliness, burnout, depression, people pleasing, your early 30s (or 20s or teens), or a period of figuring out who you actually want to be. Amanda Started A Podcast about friendship, self-acceptance, growing up, burnout, relationships, moving abroad, and figuring yourself out in real time.

2. 

   1 Sept 2026

   Amanda in The Give and Take | Choosing Happiness, Outgrowing Older Versions of Yourself & Knowing You Deserve Better

   This week, I’m talking about the moment when you realize the life you used to think was “fun”… isn’t actually fun anymore. Maybe fun is reading, going to bed early, waking up without a hangover, learning, having a routine, loving your work and actually being excited about your life. Maybe there's a few nights sprinkled if there for 2 martinis too many, but that's growth. We get into choosing happiness and optimism, allowing yourself to be surprised by life, changing your thought patterns, meditation, gratitude, friendship and family struggles, and the realization that being kept around and being chosen are two very different things. I also talk about why being kind has to include being kind to yourself, knowing when you deserve better, letting people be who they are — and maybe leaving them there — and why there’s no point waiting for some future version of yourself to start living the way you actually want to live. Plus: my Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity recap, EuroSummer, The Alchemist, Bob Dylan, thoughts on cringe, and the moments when seemingly overnight, a depressive episode just… ends. In this episode: self-growth, friendship, relationships, boundaries, self-worth, choosing happiness, gratitude, meditation, routines, personal development, changing your mindset, outgrowing old versions of yourself, living abroad, and learning to trust what you already know you deserve.

3. 

   18 Aug 2026

   Barbara in Berlin | Choices vs. Circumstance, Catholic Guilt, Finding Yourself & NOT Becoming a DJ

   This week, Barbara joins Amanda in Berlin for a conversation about growing up, finding yourself, and slowly becoming more confident in who you are. Barbara was one of the very first people Amanda met in Berlin — literally on the second day of her first visit to the city, when she decided she wanted to move there. Since then, their friendship has grown alongside both of them, through different phases, relationships, careers, and versions of themselves. In this episode, Amanda and Barbara talk about growing up in Catholic families, their similar experiences with those childhood dynamics that can follow you into adulthood through people pleasing. Barbara shares what led her to eventually land in Berlin and why she's chosen to stay. They also talk about finding confidence, figuring out who you actually are outside of other people’s expectations, starting creative projects even when it feels scary, and why doing things that intimidate you can sometimes introduce you to a completely new version of yourself. Plus: what Barbara wanted to be when she was younger, what she would tell her younger self now, Italian homes without carpets, Jesus, friendship and much more.

4. 

   12 May 2026

   Amanda in Depressive Episode | Homesickness, Self-Sabotage & Learning to Be Kind to Yourself

   Amanda opens up about being in a depressive episode while living abroad and the quiet ways self-hatred can disguise itself as productivity, discipline, or “just trying harder.” From crying in her kitchen over holiday homesickness to unpacking why she has a visceral reaction when people tell her to “be kind to yourself,” this conversation explores the exhausting cycle of being mean to yourself while still desperately wanting to grow. She talks about: Depression, burnout & emotional imbalance Homesickness and feeling lost while living abroad Self-sabotage disguised as self-improvement Food, productivity, body image & negative self-talk Why realizing something isn’t working is enough to begin changing your life Learning German, building routine, and trying to reconnect with herself The difference between not hating yourself… and actually loving yourself Amanda reflects on how she’s spent years motivating herself through criticism and fear, and what happens when you finally ask:“What if I got this far being mean to myself… imagine how far I could get being nice to myself?” Also one-sided beef with Rachel Sennott, Alex Cooper, and advice from a German teacher. Topics: depressive episode, burnout recovery, self-worth, emotional healing, living abroad loneliness, self sabotage, mental health, productivity guilt, self-love, homesickness, healing journey, expat life, negative self-talk.

5. 

   27 Mar 2026

   Jules in Berlin | Never Enough Compliments, Toxic Exes, and Pisces Victim Mentality

   Jules joins Amanda in Berlin to yap about the highs and lows of living Berlin, all that is being a Pisces, how important friendship and self-love are to healing from toxic relationship, and how to be the change you want to see in the world. This episode is about self growth, honesty, and becoming the most authentic version of yourself, even if the journey to get there is a rocky one. We speak about navigating toxic relationships and why speaking about them matter. We discuss what we would say to our younger selves and how you can compliment people into being in a great mood. If you've ever felt lost, alone, misunderstood, or like you're still finding yourself... you've found the right podcast.

6. 

   2 Mar 2026

   Amanda in The Algorithm | Not Settling, Getting Inspired, & Honoring Younger Versions of Yourself

   This episode Amanda scrolls through her saved Instagram quotes and turns them into real conversations about growth, self-worth and not settling. She hopes to inspire you as always & share some giggles.This episode is for you if you’re:✨ Trying to level up your mindset✨ Learning to stop settling in life or relationships✨ Looking for daily inspiration and motivation✨ Reflecting on who you used to be vs. who you’re becoming#selfgrowth #motivationpodcast #mindsetshift #personaldevelopment #inspirationdaily

7. 

   15 Jan 2026

   Amanda in 2026 | Burnout, Procrastination & Why Doing What Matters Feels So Hard

   What the helly do we do about burnout, procrastination and fear? In this episode, Amanda talks about burnout, fear, procrastination, and why the things that matter most often feel the hardest to do. From avoiding “important” tasks to choosing easier ones, she shares how we build things up until they feel impossible and why taking the first step matters more than having it all figured out. There’s no one-size-fits-all path to self-love or self-improvement, but Amanda shares what’s worked for her. This podcast is about challenging how you see yourself, unlearning other people’s opinions, and remembering that you have intrinsic value and can create any life you want. #burnout #procrastination #selfgrowth #motivationpodcast #personaldevelopment #productivitytips #burnoutrecovery #selfimprovement #mindsetmatters

8. 

   27 Oct 2025

   Bea in Amagansett | Friendship, Soulmates & Following Life’s Breadcrumbs

   Bea & Amanda sit in Amagansett chatting shit, the importance of friendship & soulmates. Bea shares some of her dad's best advice, reminds us that you can be friends with people that have different interests in you but not different morals, and how following some breadcrumbs from the universe in the form of a job at hair salon can jumpstart your career in the beauty industry.What makes a friendship last? And how do you know when you’ve found your people?How do you find meaningful friendships?Can you be close with people who are different from you?How do you know if you’re on the right career path? We talk about: ✨ The importance of friendship and soulmates ✨ Why shared morals matter more than shared interests ✨ Life advice passed down from Bea’s dad ✨ Following unexpected opportunities (like a job at a hair salon) ✨ How small “breadcrumbs” from the universe can shape your career #selfgrowthpodcast #friendshipadvice #careertips #lifequestions #friendship #soulmates #careergrowth #beautyindustry #lifelessons

9. 

   18 Sept 2025

   Blair in New York City | Self-Acceptance, How To Work in Music & Learning to Love Who You Are

   What if the parts of you that feel “different” are actually your greatest strength? How do you learn to love yourself?Can your passion really become your career? In this episode, Blair shares her journey of finding self-acceptance through music and how that passion eventually turned into her career. She talks candidly about what it was like to feel different growing up and how she learned to not only see the parts of herself that made her feel different with pride and compassion, but fully learning to love who she is. #selfacceptance #selflove #musicjourney #personalgrowth #confidence #selfacceptancejourney #findingyourself #mindsetshift #growth

10. 

    5 Aug 2025

    Lily in Berlin | Club Culture, Creativity & Building a Business

    How do you turn a creative idea into a real business? How do you start a creative business? How do you build a brand in fashion or music culture? What can moving to another country teach you about yourself? This episode Lily chats through her journey that started with creating Brainchild festival during uni and has now ultimately led her to starting her own business: Hyfae. Hyfae is a Shop and Magazine celebrating club culture through limited edition pieces by independent designers and real stories from the rave community. We also discuss how moving to another country teaches you about yourself, the tools that have helped us stay sane so far, and much more ;)Lily started Hyfae because while clubs and festivals are some of the most creative spaces for fashion, she couldn't find a single well-curated platform celebrating this. She curates independent designers creating beautiful pieces that capture the energy of the club scene, while the Magazine documents the music, people, and subcultures that make club culture so special. We talk about: ✨ Starting a business in the creative industry ✨ Building a brand around club and rave culture ✨ Supporting independent designers ✨ Moving abroad and finding yourself ✨ Tools for staying grounded while building something newCheck out Hyfae here:https://www.hyfae.com/ #entrepreneurmindset #creativecareer #raveculture #selfdiscovery #entrepreneurship #clubculture #berlinlife #independentdesigners #creativebusiness

11. 

    24 Jun 2025

    Monica in Los Angeles | Manifesting Your Dream Life, Thriving in Your 30s & It Only Getting Better

    Can you really manifest your dream life?Do things actually get better in your 30s?How do you build a life you’re proud of? Amanda and Monica reflect on how they always felt their 30s would be incredible, how Monica has manifested her dream life & how it keeps getting better & better. (7-week-old Charlotte is here, too!) We talk about: ✨ Manifesting your dream life ✨ Why life can get better (not worse) with age ✨ Growth, mindset, and long-term vision ✨ Motherhood and new chapters (baby Charlotte joins us 💛) ✨ Trusting that everything is unfolding for you #manifestation #dreamlife #30s #selfgrowth #mindsetshift #personaldevelopment #manifestationtips #30slife #mindsetmatters

12. 

    10 Jun 2025

    Amanda in Berlin | Moving Abroad, Starting Over & Why I Started This Podcast

    Who am I… and why did I start a podcast? How do you start over in a new country alone? How do you push yourself out of your comfort zone? In her first solo episode, Amanda officially introduces herself and explains why the heck she started a podcast in the first place. This episode is about: ✨ Starting over in a new country ✨ Taking risks and leaving your comfort zone ✨ Why she started this podcast ✨ Wanting to share inspiring people and stories ✨ Creating something meaningful from scratch #movingabroad #startingover #selfgrowth #podcastjourney #personaldevelopment #selfgrowthpodcast #lifequestions #mindsetshift

13. 

    13 May 2025

    Jeff in Los Angeles | Career Pivot, Finding Your People & Moving from NYC to LA

    How do you pivot your career?Is freelancing a good career path?What happens when you move cities and start over? This episode we spend time in Jeff's garden while we discuss his career pivot, making the move from NYC to LA, and how a catering job he took in high school drove him to a life of freelance. #careerpivot #freelancelife #nyctola #creativelife #personaldevelopment #freelancecareer #careertips #remotework #personalgrowth #garden

14. 

    26 Mar 2025

    Emma in Berlin | Friendship, Life Pivots & Trusting Your Intuition

    How do you know when it’s time to change your life? Looking for a podcast about friendship, moving abroad, and life changes in your 30s? This week Emma chats with me about forging our friendship during COVID lockdown in NY, her early 30s life pivot of moving from NYC to London, what not to wearing while skydiving, and trusting your intuition. #friendship #movingabroad #30slife #intuition #personalgrowth #chaos

15. 

    19 Jan 2025

    Ned in Berlin | Career Pivots, Trial & Error & Learning the Hard Way

    This week Ned joins me to drink wine on the couch and talk about learning through trial & error, career pivots, bullies, and loads of other bits and bobs. Ned is a gorgeous Irish boy who grew up in London and has an absolutely fantastic radio show that I would love to share with you: the next episode is airing on Friday Jan 24th on Refuge Worldwide (past radio shows here (https://refugeworldwide.com/artists/ned-dillon))! How do you handle career uncertainty? What can failure actually teach you? How do you grow from difficult experiences like bullying?We dive into: ✨ Career changes and figuring it out as you go ✨ Learning through mistakes and setbacks ✨ Dealing with bullies and growing from it ✨ Building confidence over time ✨ And a lot of honest conversation in betweenhttps://refugeworldwide.com/artists/ned-dillon #careerpivot #selfgrowth #trialanderror #personaldevelopment #podcast #lifequestions #selfgrowthpodcast #mindsetshift #learning

16. 

    3 Jan 2025

    Veronica in Berlin | Growth, Female Friendships & Realizing You’ll Never Fully “Figure It Out”

    Why do I still feel lost even though I’ve grown? Will I ever feel like I have life figured out? How important are friendships in personal growth? This week, Veronica joins me to chat about how we feel we’ve gotten to a point in our lives where we’ve overcome a bit, learned some more, but still feel like the more we learn the more we realize is there a lot more for us to know. We speak to the importance of friendship & how we feel sisterly towards our female friends. Plus we giggle loads. #selfgrowth #friendship #personaldevelopment #womenempowerment #podcast #lifequestions #selfgrowthpodcast #mindsetshift #friendship

17. 

    29 Nov 2024

    Cam in Berlin | Finding Where You Belong & Letting Life Unfold

    Who said you’re supposed to have it all figured out by now? Am I behind in life? Is there a timeline I should be following? Why do I feel more like myself in certain places? This week Cam joins me to speak ever so eloquently as we chat about how we have learned that there’s no set timeline or rules we need to live by, how sometimes being in the right place can help you love yourself and a few other very interesting and insightful things. #selfgrowth #selflove #notimeline #personaldevelopment #mindsetshift #lifequestions #selfgrowthpodcast #mindsetshift #selfworth #findingyourself

18. 

    15 Nov 2024

    Kiah in Berlin | Being a “Weird Kid”, Finding Friends Abroad & Figuring Out What You Don’t Want

    What if being “weird” was never the problem? How do you make friends in a new country? What if you’ve always felt different? How do you figure out what you want in life? This episode Kiah joins me to chat about being a weird kid, what we’ve learned so far about findings friends after moving to new country, and how figuring out what you don’t want to do is just as important as finding the things that spark joy. We talk about: ✨ Growing up feeling different ✨ Making friends after moving abroad ✨ Navigating new environments and starting over ✨ Why knowing what you don’t want matters ✨ Finding what actually brings you joy #selfgrowth #expatlife #friendship #findingyourself #personaldevelopment #lifequestions #selfgrowthpodcast #mindsetshift #findingyourself

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