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Do your eyes glaze over when looking at a long list of annual health insurance enrollment options – or maybe while you’re trying to calculate how much you owe the IRS? You might be wondering the same thing we are: Where’s the guidebook for all of this grown-up stuff? Whether opening a bank account, refinancing student loans, or purchasing car insurance (...um, can we just roll the dice without it?), we’re just as confused as you are.
Enter: “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” a podcast dedicated to explaining the complexities of adulting for which most of us are woefully under-prepared. In each episode, we seek out folks who can actually help us start to make sense of all the basic life skills required to be, well, a grown-up.
Enter: “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” a podcast dedicated to explaining the complexities of adulting for which most of us are woefully under-prepared. In each episode, we seek out folks who can actually help us start to make sense of all the basic life skills required to be, well, a grown-up.
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Mar 7, 2025 • 30min
Taxes for Grown-Up Small Business Owners
Did you know there are over 33 million small business owners in the US? If you’re one of them, or considering becoming one, we’re breaking down the basics of filing small business taxes with TurboTax spokesperson and CPA, Lisa Greene-Lewis. You can almost hear it clicking for hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo as Lisa walks us through all we need to know about the different types of small businesses, the deductions you need to know, and much more. Learn more about TurboTax Business support at TurboTax.com/BusinessSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 4, 2025 • 44min
Taxes for Grown-Ups
Happy Tax Season! We’re celebrating Season 3 of Grown-Up Stuff by filling you in on how to file your taxes. Hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo speak with Rus Garofalo of Brass Taxes about how you can save time, money, and your sanity as you tackle your taxes this year. From basic tax terms to loopholes and laws, Rus explains it all to have you feeling confident about your cash this year. For more information, visit BrassTaxes.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 25, 2025 • 2min
“Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” is Back for Season Three!
It’s hard to be a human, especially a grown-up one. But we’re here to make it a little bit easier, and also fun! Hosts Lea Palmieri and Matt Stillo bring you “Grown-Up Stuff” Season 3, where we’ll tackle taxes, make over your morning routine, and get your engines revving for the ultimate way to take care of your car. Your favorite podcast about the adventures of adulthood is back and here to help you be the best human you can be!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Aug 13, 2024 • 48min
Cooking for Grown-Ups
J. Kenji López Alt, a James Beard award-winning chef and culinary expert, joins the hosts for a fun exploration of cooking basics. They tackle the intimidation of the kitchen by sharing essential cooking tools and strategies for defrosting meat efficiently. Listeners learn about common kitchen mistakes and the importance of patience in the cooking journey. From must-have pantry staples to the joy of experimentation, this conversation promises to inspire anyone looking to elevate their cooking game.

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Jul 2, 2024 • 27min
From the “Grown-Up Stuff” Archive
Hello Grown-ups! We’re taking a quick summer break before our season two finale, but while we’re gone we wanted to reshare one of our favorite episodes from Season 1 of “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult.” It’s a great companion episode to our previous episode about budgeting. So sit back, grill up some hot dogs, watch the fireworks and revisit planning and saving for retirement with our guest, CPA and Asset and Wealth Management Assurance Senior Manager, Jonah Batista from Episode 1 of Season 1 of the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jun 18, 2024 • 49min
Budgeting and Financial Awareness for Grown Ups
Learn about budgeting and financial awareness from experts Jannese Torres and Austin Hankwitz. Discover the importance of tracking finances, building budgets, and utilizing high-yield savings accounts. Explore strategies for managing expenses effectively and understand the significance of emergency funds. Dive into topics like early retirement planning, money market funds, and overcoming financial challenges.

Jun 4, 2024 • 48min
Indoor Plant Care for Grown-Ups
Learn about the benefits of indoor plants, tips for plant parenthood, and the psychological effects of plant care. Discover strategies for effective drainage, pruning techniques, and the importance of using the correct potting soil. Embrace plant care as a source of learning, personal growth, and financial awareness.

May 21, 2024 • 56min
Laundry for Grown-Ups
Learn laundry hacks and tips from Kyshawn Lane and Patric Richardson on 'Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult'. They discuss proper washer maintenance, detergent use, fabric softeners, and stain removal. Discover tricks for effective garment care, optimal laundry settings, and reviving damaged items. Get ready to upgrade your laundry game!

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May 7, 2024 • 41min
Dog Ownership for Grown-Ups
Learn about the responsibilities and joys of dog ownership for grown-ups, including the financial commitments and considerations when getting a new furry best friend. Discover the importance of setting schedules, developing routines, and teaching commands to your dog. Find out how to choose the right breed, prepare for a new puppy, and establish a consistent routine for your new furry family member.

Apr 23, 2024 • 46min
Tipping for Grown-Ups
Tipping, it’s complicated. With so many more tip jars and digital tipping options available, it can often be confusing to figure out what goods or services you should always be tipping on and how much. Well, turns out tipping culture is pretty complex and spoiler alert, there isn’t always one set of straightforward rules to follow. With the help of special guest Stacey Vanek Smith (Bloomberg Audio, NPR’s “Planet Money” and “The Indicator,” APM’s “Marketplace,” and author of the book “Machiavelli for Women: Defend Your Worth, Grow Your Ambition, and Win the Workplace”), Matt and Molly explore the nuances of tipping and some of the signs to look for and consider when that screen turns in their direction. Plus, learn about what a subminimum wage is, the origins of tipping, and how to embrace the custom tip option. Cited Sources: “Tipping Culture in America: Public Sees a Changed Landscape” - Pew Research Center “Do You Tip More or Less Often Than the Average American?” - Pew Research Center “Minimum Wages for Tipped Employees” - U.S. Department of Labor “Did COVID-19 Pandemic Dampen Americans’ Tipping for Food Services? Insights from Two Studies” - Compensation & Benefits Review “Technology May Turn You Into A Bigger Tipper” - NPR’s “Morning Edition” Do you have grown-up stuff that you want to figure out and learn more about? Send us an email or voice memo with your ideas and questions to grownupstuffpod@gmail.com You may hear your question on an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.