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The Weird Years

Lydia Vornweg
Fertility
Societal Expectations
Mental Health
Motherhood
Parenthood
Childless By Choice
Self-Improvement
Self-Discovery
Self-Care
Marriage
Relationships
Holistic Practices
Personal Development
London
Birth
Minimalism
IVF
Body Neutrality
Sunk Cost Fallacy
Emotions

The Weird Years is the podcast for anyone Googling "How to make life decisions" at 2AM. We thought we had time but life moved fast, the rulebook disappeared, and the next step feels like a big fat ? Each week, Lydia (@lydsie) and a guest dive into the big, weird, and messy realities of career, relationships, health, identity and more. There's no sugarcoating, no perfect answers, but a lot of laugh... more

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Latest Episodes

Date, get married, have a kid, live happily ever after - that’s what we were sold, right?

Well, the dating pool is looking kind of swampy, women are more self‑sufficient and self‑funded than ever before and actually… not everyone wants kids.

Cher s... more

You know that niggling feeling that the path you're on isn't the right one... it's time to talk about it.The relationship which isn't moving forward, the job where the promotion never comes, the city we know will never feel like home - why do we stay... more

What if one radical choice to heal rewired your life completely?

Joining me this week is nutritionist, author and functional medicine practitioner Daniel O'Shaughnessy. Daniel has been doing something which many of us might have curiously come acros... more

What if being ‘too much’ was never the problem - you were just with people who couldn’t hold you?

This week I’m joined by the stunning, vivacious and straight‑up hilarious Jackie Adedeji– the broadcaster and girls’ girl from Instagram known for her ... more

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Daniel O'Shaughnessy
Nutritionist, author, trauma-healing advocate
Self-directed practice; author of Letting Go of Perfect; The Queer Guide to Nutrition and Lifestyle forthcoming
Episode: Facing My Trauma Through Psychedelics - with Daniel O'Shaughnessy
Jackie Adedeji
Broadcaster, model, influencer; advocate for women
Self-employed (public figure)
Episode: My Healthiest Love Ever Is An Age Gap Marriage - with Jackie Adedeji
Laura Nagiel
Dating and confidence coach for high achieving women
Self-employed (The Dream Framework)
Episode: Finding Love Without Burnout with Dating and Confidence Coach Laura Nagiel
Raychel Addo
Host of Milk and Mummies, creative professional and mother
Milk and Mummies
Episode: Challenging the Fear of Motherhood with Raychel Addo
Zoe (CityDaze founder)
Co-founder of CityDaze, walking club
CityDaze
Episode: The Lost Art of Talking to Strangers with Rose & Zoe from CityDaze
Rose (CityDaze founder)
Co-founder of CityDaze, walking club
CityDaze
Episode: The Lost Art of Talking to Strangers with Rose & Zoe from CityDaze
Daisy Morris
Founder of The Selfhood, a creative studio focused on making meaningful connections
The Selfhood
Episode: Friendships in Flux With Daisy Morris: "I Felt Like Something Was Wrong With Me—When Did Making Friends Get So Hard?"

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Lydia
Host of discussions on life's complexities and societal pressures, with an emphasis on authenticity and humor.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 155 ratings
  • Finally someone gave voice to navigating being a woman in your 30s

    Discovered this podcast by coincidence and was a big surprise. I really struggle to find podcasts that I find relatable but this is so on point. The topics are soooo relatable and I love the vulnerality and lyds always speak about things that I also feel. Would highly recommend to give it a listen, you won’t regret it!! The best podcast for navigating your 30s 🧡

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex_S95
    Spain3 months ago
  • Deep Dives and Yaps

    I can’t say enough good things about this podcast. From fabulous guests to personal riffs, it’s the perfect podcast companion! Navigating the weird years is difficult and Lydia has an incredible way of taking you through the highs and lows, making you feel seen and not lectured. The topics and conversations really get you thinking and have sparked lots of new conversations. A refreshing and authentic podcast. If you’re navigating your late twenties or thirties and feeling a bit lost, hit subscri... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christine_Butler
    Ireland3 months ago
  • Smart, fun and insightful

    Lydia talks to her listeners and guests as a friend, but a super smart friend with a psychology degree, making us all feel better about feeling lost and confused pretty much all the time ;)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flotscat
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • A Podcast That Really Gets It

    The Weirdest Years is such a refreshing listen. It feels honest, relatable, and genuinely entertaining. The conversations are thoughtful, easy to connect with, and it really captures so much of what this stage of life feels like. Definitely worth listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bryan_Romero(Denver)
    United States3 months ago
  • Totally relatable & thought-provoking

    What I love about The Weird Years is that I feel I can relate to every topic Lydia and her guests have discussed in some way, whether I’m currently experiencing it or already have. Discussions can get deep, but have you cackling out loud the next minute, but regardless they are such necessary discussions that make me - as a 30-something year old - feel seen and not alone. I love this and it has provoked many discussions with my partner and friends about our lives, wants, dreams and everyday life... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KathHilts
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Listeners resonate deeply with the relatable and honest discussions about navigating adulthood.
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Losing My Partner to Suicide and Finding a Way Forward - with Lisa
Q: How have you started to rebuild who you are in your 30s?
She talks about finding independence, pursuing hobbies, leaning into friendship, and choosing a future with intention rather than simply surviving.
Losing My Partner to Suicide and Finding a Way Forward - with Lisa
Q: What was it like in the first weeks after his death?
She recalls the shock, the sense of things being pulled away, and the struggle with the public nature of the event and the stigma around suicide.
Losing My Partner to Suicide and Finding a Way Forward - with Lisa
Q: Where were you in your early 20s, before all this happened?
Lisa describes a life largely focused on marriage and family, with little pursuit of personal career goals beyond being a dentist and a mum.
Facing My Trauma Through Psychedelics - with Daniel O'Shaughnessy
Q: How did these experiences influence your day-to-day life and relationships?
They shifted my boundaries, helped me be more selective in social situations, and encouraged a more introspective, grounded approach to dating and friendships, while also motivating a commitment to self-care and ongoing healing journeys.
Facing My Trauma Through Psychedelics - with Daniel O'Shaughnessy
Q: What was your experience with ayahuasca like, and how did it differ from other psychedelic experiences?
Ayahuasca ceremonies felt like a life review in a compassionate setting; they pushed me to confront deep pain, facilitated forgiveness, and revealed parts of myself I needed to understand and accept, while also sparking new creative insights for my writing.

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Focused on navigating the daunting uncertainties of young adulthood, this podcast explores the complex topics of career choices, relationships, mental health, identity, and societal pressures. Episodes feature candid conversations with guests who share their personal experiences and insights, fostering a sense of community among listeners grappling with similar human challenges. The discussions emphasize authenticity, revealing the emotional intricacies of modern life while maintaining a humorous and relatable tone, resonating with those in their late twenties and thirties who seek understanding and camaraderie in their uncertainties.

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1. Daniel O'Shaughnessy
2. Jackie Adedeji
3. Laura Nagiel
4. Raychel Addo
5. Zoe (CityDaze founder)
6. Rose (CityDaze founder)
7. Daisy Morris

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