The podcast of an American girl at a Scottish Uni ⭐
hellooo!! my name is emily grace, and I'm documenting my life as a student at the university of st andrews | new podcast episodes (almost) every other week
i also post vlogs on youtube, so spend a day in the life with me as uni of st a student @itsteetimewithemilygrace.
come stay for a while; let's chat for a few!
hello everyone & welcome back!this week, we're back answering the question: is there such a thing as the perfect university of st andrews student?the answer might just be yes, but who defines this ideal of the “perfect” st andrews student? where do these expectations come from, and what happens when we can't live up to them?come chat with as I unpack the pressures of university life, perfectionism, and the expectations we place on ourselves.#standrews #universityofstandrews #studentlife #universitylife #studentpodcast #perfectionism #studentwellbeing #universityexperience
2 Oct 2026
how to ACTUALLY be a good friend (ft. karoline foss) | friendship at the uni of st andrews
hellooo guys this week we are chatting with my st andrews day one, karoline foss, to talk about the art of being a good friend.at uni, your friends really do become your chosen family, especially when you move abroad. they are the people who are there for you when you need them most, and the people you get to be there for in return. so much of your uni experience is shaped by the friendships you make and, more importantly, how you learn to maintain them.but what actually makes a friendship healthy and lasting? how do you show up for the people you love while still making space for yourself? in the words of karo, friendship is an art not a science.come chat with us about being a good friend, growing alongside the people you love, and everything we’ve learned about friendship along the way.#friendship (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/friendship) #university (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/university) #unilife (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/unilife) #studentlife (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/studentlife) #friendshipadvice (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/friendshipadvice) #healthyfriendships (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/healthyfriendships) #goodfriends (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/goodfriends) #chosenfamily (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chosenfamily) #studyingabroad (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/studyingabroad) #internationalstudent (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/internationalstudent) #st (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/st) andrews #universityofstandrews (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/universityofstandrews) #collegefriends (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/collegefriends) #friendshiptalk (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/friendshiptalk) #podcast (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/podcast)
18 Sept 2026
the st andrews young catholic revival (ft. monika joseph)
this week, we’re chatting with monika about what it’s like being a young catholic at the university of st andrews.contrary to typical uni town stereotypes, st andrews has a young, vibrant catholic community. some have even called it a catholic revival.monika debriefs with us on her own personal experience with the revival and what it’s been like for her living as a young catholic at the university of st andrews.come chat with us! AND don't forget to subscribe so we can chat again next week. #uniofstandrews #catholic #catholicism #catholicrevival #youngcatholics #standrews #universityofstandrews #catholicpodcast #faith #christianity
28 Aug 2026
how i keep my long-distance friendships alive (as an american girl at the university of st andrews)
hi everyone. long time no chat. i've missed you guys. in this week’s episode i am telling you guys all about how i manage my long-distance friendships while studying abroad at the university of st andrews. i am such a firm believer in the fact that just because you are moving away doesn’t mean you have to let go of old friendships. come chat with me about the realities of long-distance friendship and my own tips for maintaining healthy long-distance friendships. (and don’t forget to follow so we can chat again).
#longdistancefriendships #friendship #friendshipadvice #studyingabroad #studyabroad #universityofstandrews #standrews #americanabroad #lifeabroad #collegefriendships #universitylife #podcast #girlpodcast #lifestylepodcast #friendshiptips
31 Jul 2026
everything i wish i knew before my first year at the university of st andrews
In this week's episode, we are chatting about everything I wish I knew before starting my first year at the University of St Andrews. And I mean EVERYTHING — the traditions, fashion, dating (& situationships), friendships, and what life is really like in the bubble.I wish I knew this going into my first year; it would have made the transition into St Andrews a lot smoother, to say the least. Come chat with me for a few!#StAndrews #UniversityLife #FirstYearUni #StAndrewsUniversity #UniTips #TheBubble #StudyAbroad
17 Jul 2026
the rebrand trap
Before starting your first year of uni, there's this unspoken pressure to completely reinvent yourself, a new aesthetic, a new vibe, a new persona: a full rebrand. I felt it too, right before I started at the University of St Andrews. And I did it, I rebranded. But the thing is, it doesn't work the way you think it will.
In this episode, come chat with me about why the pre-uni rebrand is one of the most tempting (and most pointless) things you can do to yourself, what I actually learned from doing it, and why I'm begging you (genuinely, please) not to make the same mistake. Spoiler: it's all surface, no substance.
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3 Jul 2026
the home of golf
I figured that since this is a golf podcast too, it was finally time to make an episode about what it's like living in the home of golf. It's such a unique and surreal experience. The sport and its history have had such a huge impact on the town, the community, the people, and everyday life in ways you don't really expect until you live here. Come chat with me about what it's actually like to be a student in St Andrews and how living somewhere so iconic shapes the whole uni experience.
19 Jun 2026
the 5 quotes that got me through my first year studying abroad
My first year studying abroad at a Scottish university tested me in ways I didn't expect and changed me in the best ways, too.
This episode is the 5 quotes that got me through it all: anxiety spirals, unexpected drama, and the pressure to have a perfect Instagram life in the most aesthetic town in Scotland.
One came from my mom. One came from Pinterest. The others, I couldn't tell you. All of them, I still say to myself.
Come chat with me.
5 Jun 2026
how my first year at university shaped my faith
Now that first year is officially over and hindsight is 20/20, I wanted to sit down and share some thoughts on how university has shaped my faith over the past nine months. My faith has been such a huge part of my experience at St Andrews, and so many of the lessons I've learned this year have been shaped by it. This is definitely one of the more personal episodes I've recorded, and a conversation I've been wanting to have for a while. I hope you all enjoy.
1 May 2026
the unspoken realities of living abroad
Being such an international university, living abroad is a shared experience for many students at St Andrews. While it can be incredibly rewarding, the more challenging realities are often left unspoken. Listen now to find out more.
17 Apr 2026
fashion culture in St A: on & off the runway
St Andrews might be small, but its fashion scene is anything but. In a town where runway shows are a Friday night norm, style becomes part of everyday life. Come chat with me all about St. A fashion, culture, and the unspoken art of dressing like every street is your runway.
3 Apr 2026
finding your niche: a chat with claire citarella
St Andrews is referred to as “the bubble” for a reason. It’s easy to get swept up in the University’s all-consuming culture and forget this small town isn’t the whole world. In this episode, Claire and I chat about how she found her own niche, which helped her stay true to herself and reminded her that there is a world beyond our bubble.
20 Mar 2026
dating in the era of the performative male: a chat with alice fleming
It's undeniable that performative men have taken over the streets of St. Andrews, but how are they affecting the St. Andrews dating scene? Listen to Alice and I chat about what dating is like in the era of the performative male. Alice shares stories about her own dating experience, how performativeness has played a role, and some words of wisdom. Come chat with us for a few!!!
27 Feb 2026
the best coffee! (coffee! coffee!) in St. Andrews
helloooooo everyone and happy love month!! today we will be chatting about my one true love: coffee. in St. A, we have an abundance of cute, local coffee shops, so come chat with me about my favorite coffee spots in St. A and what makes them all so unique.
13 Feb 2026
dealing with homesickness at uni: my experience, tips, & tricks
Lately, I've been hearing many people around St. A chat about their homesickness. As someone who also has dealt with this peculiar feeling, I thought we should chat about it. Listen to me (attempt) to explain the science behind homesickness and my 5 personal tips for curing it!
30 Jan 2026
fresher's week at the Uni of St Andrews: a chat with karoline foss
Happy Refreshers’ Week! In honor of the start of the second semester, I thought we’d flash back a few months to Freshers’ Week here at St A -- and chat honestly about what it’s really like with our podcast’s FIRST GUEST, Karoline Foss. Freshers’ Week can be a scary time for everyone: navigating a new place, adjusting to a new routine, and meeting entirely new people. Luckily for me, on just my second day in St A, I met my best friend, Karo. So, join us as Karoline reveals the highs and lows of Freshers’ Week and shares some insight along the way.
14 Jan 2026
the intro
It's the first official episode! Yay!! In this epi, I'll share who I am, why I'm starting the podcast, and the story behind the name. It may not be perfect, but it’s the beginning, and I’m so excited to start this journey with you.
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