
the matcha diaries
Welcome to the matcha diaries - our spoken diary on how to survive your twenties (semi) sane.
Each week we'll be discussing different topics that are close to our hearts. From finding self-love, navigating relationships, to all things mental health.
So pour yourself a matcha and hang out with us as we get deep and motivate each other to be the best versions of ourselves. ☕
Latest episodes

Apr 23, 2025 • 39min
how to attract more joy and build meaningful friendships
this episode is a cosy chat about the idea that good attracts more good—and vice versa too. we also get into being a pessimist vs an optimist and .... does luck even exist (we lowkey get kinda existential) ??we end the episode by answering one of your listener questions "how to get past the initial stages of friendship to make deeper connections"! <3the podcast episode leo recommends is linked here. to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here - current book of the month is 'the end of loneliness' by benedict wells).if you don't have any social media and want to chat (or for advertising opportunities), please email us at: thematchadiariespod@gmail.comlogo credit: @french75studio

Apr 16, 2025 • 54min
solo dates, postcards from thailand & pop culture rants
we’re back baby! in this episode, we’re sharing some slow moments & big thoughts - from leo’s reflections on her recent trip to thailand, to cara’s week of solo dates and solo joy’s! plus, we spiral into pop culture rants — katy perry’s space mission, hailey bieber “documentary” drama, and the sydney sweeney x glen powell ‘situationship’to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕Thinking of joining our BOOK CLUB? We’d love to have you! Check it out here!for advertising opportunities, or you don't have any social media and want to chat, please email us at: thematchadiariespod@gmail.com

Apr 9, 2025 • 46min
how to enjoy your own company
in this (solo) episode, the lovely leo dives into the art of being alone — and actually loving it. from recent studies on solitude and why it can actually be essential, to leo’s personal favorite solo activities and thoughtful responses from our listeners, this episode is your guide to romanticising your alone time. whether you're learning to be more independent or already thriving in your solo era, we hope this chat leaves you feeling more grounded, inspired, and connected to yourself.to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕Thinking of joining our BOOK CLUB? We’d love to have you! Check it out here!for advertising opportunities, or you don't have any social media and want to chat, please email us at: thematchadiariespod@gmail.com

Apr 2, 2025 • 43min
our spring favourites & recos 🌸
sharing all the things we’re loving this spring – from new podcast obsessions to little movies/series getting us through the season. come join with us for a cozy catch-up on our current faves & recos! 🌸✨to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕Thinking of joining our BOOK CLUB? We’d love to have you! Check it out here!for advertising opportunities, or you don't have any social media and want to chat, please email us at: thematchadiariespod@gmail.com

Mar 26, 2025 • 40min
catching flights & bouquets: life catch up
join us for a catch up about our recent highs & lows - from becoming a bridesmaid (!!), work/life stress, reading challenges to upcoming travel plans. to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on [instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here - current book of the month is 'days at the morison bookshop').if you don't have any social media and want to chat (or for advertising opportunities), please email us at: thematchadiariespod@gmail.com logo credit: @french75studio

Mar 19, 2025 • 44min
why wait for self-acceptance?
society shapes how we see ourselves—whether it’s beauty standards or the pressure to fit in. but as we get older, something shifts. we start questioning what actually matters to us versus what we’ve been conditioned to believe. in this episode, we unpack how societal expectations influence self-perception, why we care so much about external validation in our early years, whilst also exploring why it’s so important to love and accept yourself right now instead of looking back with regret.to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕thinking of joining our BOOK CLUB? We’d love to have you! Check it out here!for advertising opportunities, or you don't have any social media and want to chat, please email us at: thematchadiariespod@gmail.comLinks to research:https://www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/a53119/reasons-your-early-thirties-are-way-better-than-your-early-twenties/https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/survey-reveals-that-american-women-are-aging-beautifully-good-hair-days-boost-confidence-301958303.htmlhttps://www.vogue.com/article/happiest-age?

Mar 12, 2025 • 33min
why is it so hard to make friends?
in this solo episode, i share some honest thoughts on my struggles recently to make meaningful friendships and I unpack the psychology behind our craving for a built-in social circle, why adulthood makes friendships feel so much harder, and what we can actually do to cultivate real connection! I also give you a little life update (spoiler: the parents meeting each other wasn’t the disaster my overthinking brain imagined) and share my thoughts on Binding 13 and Keeping 13!to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do Follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕thinking of joining our BOOK CLUB? we’d love to have you! Check it out here!for advertising opportunities, or you don't have any social media and want to chat, please email us at: thematchadiariespod@gmail.com

Mar 5, 2025 • 56min
spring clean with us: mental and physical reset
this week, we’re back in our cozy wednesday morning recording session, and honestly, would it even be us if we didn’t kick off march with an episode all about welcoming a fresh new season… aka SPRING! 🌸 we’re sitting down to chat through the intentions we’re setting for the next few months—whether it’s journaling more, living in the moment, sticking to healthier sleep routines, embracing that fake it till you make it energy, or just prioritizing ourselves. new season = new character unlocked.to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here - current book of the month is 'onyx storm' by rebecca yarros). link to the empyrean wiki here! if you don't have any social media and want to chat (or for advertising opportunities), please email us at: thematchadiariespod@gmail.com

Feb 20, 2025 • 52min
the girls are anxious (but we found a cure)
the title of the episode really says it all - this week we were feeling ANXIOUS and full-on self sabotage mode was ACTIVATED. in this morning coffee chat, we go into the full debrief on the why & how we're shaking ourselves out of it.very on brand for us (anxious girlies 🤝 bookish escapism) this episode also includes a reading & tbr debrief. to stay up to date on our lives, contribute to future episodes and share any of your thoughts - pls do follow us on instagram, tiktok or subscribe to us on youtube here! ☕ also, if you want to join our BOOK CLUB... you can join us here - current book of the month is 'onyx storm' by rebecca yarros).if you don't have any social media and want to chat (or for advertising opportunities), please email us at: thematchadiariespod@gmail.com

Feb 15, 2025 • 48min
confidence crisis, getting over a breakup, how to deal with overbearing parents & MORE
this ep was supposed to be a cute advice ep all about LOVE but ended up starting on a slightly different note...aka a lil emotional meltdown... BUT THEN we actually get into the advice section and answer all the qs, including:how to deal with overbearing parentsgetting over a breakup how to navigate post-grad life as a couplep.s. editing leo typing this description and all i can say is SORRYYY for my meltdown i hope its not too annoying & also i don't know why my audio quality is so crappie in this ep grrrstay up to date on our lives by following us on instagram, tiktok, or subscribing on youtube! ☕ Book lovers, don’t miss out on our BOOK CLUB — this month’s read is the one and only ONYX STORM by Rebecca Yarros.Not on socials? Email us at thematchadiariespod@gmail.com to chat.
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