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The Post-School Podcast with Uncle NathanAuthor: Uncle Nathan
The Post-School Podcast isnt here to preach morning routines or sell you a 5-step life plan... Each episode is a raw, unfiltered conversation about navigating your 20s - the pressure to succeed, the messiness of relationships, the trap of social media, and the quiet panic of not having it all figured out. Hosted by Nathan Moss, its part reality check, part story, and part reminder that youre not alone. Expect weekly solo-episodes, guest appearances, community Q&As, life updates and so much more! DM @unclenathanco to submit your questions. Links: https://linktr.ee/unclenathanco Language: en Genres: Education, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Two Decisions That Will Change Your 20s with James Noakesmith
Episode 10
Wednesday, 12 November, 2025
It’s been four years since Noaky last appeared on the podcast, and a lot has changed. From working at Shine with my now boss, Steve Chapman, to playing a key role in brand strategy at Pepsi, James has grown through some huge decisions, a couple breakups, and plenty of moments of honesty.In this episode, we unpack the two decisions that changed his life: honesty (with yourself and others) and investment (in your time, health, and energy). We talk about gut decisions, alignment, delayed gratification, and how to rewrite your 20s with intention, even when it’s uncomfortable.This one dives deep into the realities of growing up, evolving friendships, and balancing structure and freedom in your 20s.💭 New episodes every Thursday 7am📩 Submit your next community question via Instagram @unclenathco--All links (checklist, book pre-save, socials, podcast feeds):👉 https://linktr.ee/unclenathancoDM me with your questions!IG: @unclenathancoIf this helped, send it to a friend!--CHAPTERS00:00 – Reuniting with James after 4 years00:44 – The two most impactful decisions in life01:15 – Decision #1: Honesty with yourself03:10 – Learning to be honest about who you are05:00 – Following your gut vs logic and emotion07:00 – When your gut knows before your mind does08:00 – Decision #2: Investing in yourself and your life09:20 – Viewing life decisions like investments11:00 – Compounding habits and delayed gratification13:40 – Building discipline and staying consistent16:00 – Avoiding burnout: when investment becomes obsession18:10 – Balancing heart, logic, and fear when making changes20:00 – Outsourcing thoughts vs trusting your gut22:30 – Avoiding confirmation bias when seeking advice24:40 – The “30-second rule” for feeling emotions26:30 – Learning to self-regulate and sit with thoughts29:10 – The power of changing your stimulus31:00 – Figuring out your 20s: lessons so far33:00 – Pivotal breakups, growth, and perspective shifts36:00 – How heartbreak shaped honesty and alignment39:00 – Redefining goals in your mid-20s41:30 – Why goals should be based on feelings, not outcomes43:10 – The shift from external success to internal alignment45:10 – Freedom vs structure: finding the right balance48:00 – Prioritising peace and rewriting your own life path50:00 – Investing in yourself before anyone else52:00 – The “100% rule” in friendships and relationships54:40 – Wrapping up: honesty, investment, and living aligned#PersonalGrowth #Mindset #LifeAdvice #genzpodcast
