Big Kid Problems

Sarah Merrill

Based on the comedic platform @BigKidProblems all about navigating adulthood and the life transitions that come with it. Each week, we’ll take a funny yet informative look at a specific struggle facing 20-30 somethings today with a rotating cast of experts, personalities, and celebrity guests. From money & budgeting, love & relationships, career & hustling, hangovers, health & wellness, and just general #adulting lessons, this show will give you tools and resources to survive the real world while making you laugh along the way.

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45. Bra’s Off: Embarrassing Stories, Dating in your 30’s, Fertility Pressure, Finding your Passion and more!

Big Kid Problems

06/23/20 • 62 min

Back by popular demand, we’re doing another “Bra’s Off” Episode! Sarah brings on friend of the show Paige Bourassa (She’s like our Dr. Drew at this point) for a completely unfiltered episode filled with laugh out loud stories and some real life wisdom. We talk about everything from dating in your 30’s, to colonics, to female entrepreneurship AND answer some of your listener questions along the way. If you’re not laughing in the first 10 minutes you’ll get your money back. (jk, this is free and I’m unemployed).

Want more from Sarah and Paige?

Sarah Merrill

BigKidProblems IG: @BigKidproblems
Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_
Website: www.thebigkidproblems.com

Paige Bourassa

Instagram: @theaccuchick
Shen Medicine: @shenmedicine
Website: www.shenmedicine.com

Checkout the BigKidProblems Amazon List for every book/product that has ever been mentioned or recommended on this pod!

Big Thank you to our episode sponsor BLUblox!

Fashion-forward blue light blocking glasses! Get 15% off with code BKP

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Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com!

Big Kid Problems is a production of Crate Media

06/23/20 • 62 min

44. Get in Loser, We’re Reforming the Criminal Justice System with NY District Attorney Candidate Eliza Orlins

Big Kid Problems

06/16/20 • 42 min

“The system isn’t broken, it’s working exactly the way it was designed”. This week we take a look into the Criminal Justice System and why it’s such a #bigkidproblem with our AWESOME guest and Candidate for NY District Attorney, Eliza Orlins. Eliza has been a Public Defender in New York City for over a decade where she has represented thousands through the Criminal Justice System. We’re going to talk about how the system works, why reforms need to be made, The “Central Park Karen” case, and most importantly why WE need to pay attention to our State and Local elected officials if we ever want to make ANY real changes in our communities.

Want more from our guests?

Eliza Orlins

Website: https://elizaorlins.com/
Contribute to her Campaign HERE!
Check out her recent Washington Post article about the Central Park Karen here
Check out the last episode she was on (One of my favs!) Resilience and Mental Toughness HERE

Resources

Learn more about the office of DA here (you can search your local election too)
We talked about the upcoming LA Race, make sure to google your communities’ upcoming elections to know when to vote and who to vote for! Use your MF voice!

Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com!

Stay Connected with me!

BKP IG! @BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Big thank you to our Episode Sponsor:

BEAM

BEAM is my new favorite CBD Brand! 100% THC free CBD

15% off with code BIGKID!

BEAMTLC.com

Big Kid Problems is a production of Crate Media

06/16/20 • 42 min

43. We’re in a Future History Lesson. Talking Race, Underlying issues and Allyship with Michelle Saahene

Big Kid Problems

06/09/20 • 48 min

After taking part in #BlackOutTuesday last week, we are BACK and having the important conversations with Speaker, Activist and Co-Founder of the organization “From Privilege to Progress, Michelle Saahene. We talk about the experience that lead her to creating her organization, systemic racism, unconscious bias, discrimination and how WE can all help by educating ourselves, using our voices, and taking action. If you have felt angry or sad or wondered “What can I do?!” this episode is for you.

Want more from our guests?

Michelle Saahene

Instagram: @MichelleSaahene or @PrivtoProg
From Privilege to Progress website HERE
Join the FB Community HERE

We have LOTS of resources for you this week!

Read:

Stamped
White Fragility
Me and White Supremacy
So You Want to Talk About Race
Why Are All The Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?

Watch:

13th
When They See Us
Dear White People
Selma
I am Not Your Negro
The Hate U Give

Listen (Podcasts)

1619
Code Switch
Pod Save the People
Intersectionality Matters!
Seeing White

Donate

Black Lives Matter
Campaign Zero
Color of Change
Movement for Black Lives
NAACP
National Bail Fund Network
Equal Justice Initiative

Here are some other great resource guides!

Ooh, and remember to connect with me!

BKP IG: @BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com!

Big Kid Problems is a production of Crate Media

06/09/20 • 48 min

42. Help I’m a Corona Bride! Wedding Planning Tips, Tricks & Trends with The Knot

Big Kid Problems

05/26/20 • 67 min

Calling all Corona Brides! We’re talking all things Wedding Planning in the age of Covid-19. Executive Editor at The Knot (a platform dedicated to all things Weddings) Lauren Kay joins the show this week to walk us through some Corona Bride trends, what to do if you need to cancel or postpone your wedding, some creative ways Brides are pivoting their wedding celebrations, and what this may mean for the wedding industry moving forward.

SOME GOOD NEWS FOR OUR CORONA COUPLES?!

What’s the one thing all Corona Couples need? WINE. We’ve partnered with ONEHOPE Wine to give away $25 in wine credit to 1,000 couples! Just go to ONEHOPEwine.com/weddings to apply and you will also be automatically entered to win the ultimate Napa Valley honeymoon! A 3 night stay at OneHope’s beautiful Estate 8 in Napa!! This sweepstakes runs May 26th - June 21, head to ONEHOPEwine.com/weddings and enter today!

Want more from our guests?

The Knot is a great resource for all things Weddings!

Instagram: @TheKnot
Website: www.TheKnot.com
The Knot’s Hotline: 833-998-2865

Some other resources from this episode:

Check out my digital Postponement Announcement HERE
My Digital Wedding Planner is from Flutter Social! Use THIS LINK and code Sarah50 for 50% off services!! (50%!)
Need to Resell your dress? Check out Still White
Find more on The Big Kid Problems Wedding Blog HERE

Oh, and stay connected with me! @BigKidproblems

Sarah Merrill: @SarahaMerrill_

Big Thank you to our sponsors!

Manta Sleep

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10% off with code BIGKID!

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Care/Of

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Get 50% off your first order with code BKP50!

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Big Kid Problems is a production of Crate Media

05/26/20 • 67 min

41. The Life Changing Art of Saying NO! Setting Boundaries and Handling Confrontation like a Boss with Amy Smith

Big Kid Problems

05/19/20 • 81 min

Have you ever begrudgingly split the bill or been guilted into going out when you realllly just didn't want to? So many of us say “yes” for fear of being awkward or uncomfortable when we could be living our truth! Speaker & certified Life Coach Amy Smith joins the podcast today to help us learn the life changing art of Saying NO. She teaches us communication hacks, boundary setting techniques and how to properly stand up for ourselves with EASE to everyone from our bosses, friends, family members and more.

Want more from our guests?

Amy Smith

Instagram: @TheJoyJunkie

Website: https://thejoyjunkie.com/

Check out The Joy Junkie Podcast Here!

Get her Workbook “Stand Up For Yourself without being a Dick” Here!

Oh! And stay connected with me!

Big Kid Problems on Instagram: @BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com!

Big Thank you to our sponsors!

BEAM

Beam is my new favorite CBD Brand! 100% THC free CBD

15% off with code BIGKID!

BEAMTLC.com

Manta Sleep

Who wants better sleep?! 100% blackout masks for better, deeper sleep.

10% off with code BIGKID!

MantaSleep .com

Big Kid Problems is a production of Crate Media

05/19/20 • 81 min

40. Is 2020 in Retrograde? Astrology Insights with Celebrity Astrologer Angie Godfrey

Big Kid Problems

05/12/20 • 50 min

Celebrity Astrologer Angie Godfrey joins the show and teaches us some Astrology basics. We’ll talk about some common Astro occurrences like eclipses, full moons, and retrogrades, and see how we can use these things in our everyday lives. We’ll also get into what’s up with 2020, what the planets have in store for us for the rest of the year, and when we can expect things to lighten up around here.

Want more from our guests?

Angie Godfrey

Instagram: @AstroMagicMama

Website: https://www.consciousevolution.biz/

Want a reading? Email her for an appointment! angie.r.godfrey@gmail.com

Paige Bourassa

Instagram: @TheAccuchick

Her Practice, Shen Medicine: @ShenMedicine

Website: www.shenmedicine.com

Stay Connected with me!

Sarah Merrill IG: @SarahaMerrill_

BigKidProblems IG: @BigKidproblems

www.TheBigKidProblems.com!

BIG thank you to our Episode Sponsors!

Flutter Social

Get yourself a Virtual Wedding Planner!

50% off (yes 50%!!!) with code SARAH50

FlutterSocial .com

Manta Sleep

100% blackout masks for better, deeper sleep.

10% off with code BIGKID!

MantaSleep .com

Stay Connected! @BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Big Kid Problems is a production of Crate Media

05/12/20 • 50 min

39. Get your Money Honey! Navigating Pay Cuts, Government CHECK$ and Financial Uncertainty in 2020 with @MrsDowJones

Big Kid Problems

05/05/20 • 64 min

Right now, I know one of the biggest BIGKIDPROBLEMS everyone has on their mind is their personal finances. We’ve never seen an economic shutdown at this level before and I think it’s safe to say we’re all a little nervous about how this is all going to shake out. Whether you are one of the millions of people who lost their jobs because of this pandemic, or maybe you're trying to keep your business afloat or maybe you’re nervous about layoffs and pay-cuts we ALL have questions right now. Questions that I sure As HELL do not have the answers to. But That’s why I am very excited to bring our little finance whisperer and friend of the show, Haley Sacks AKA @MrsDowJones back on the Podcast this week!

We’ll talk about what to do during a recession, how to get the most out of the government relief packages, navigate layoffs and pay-cuts, maybe talk about some new ways to make money or side income during this difficult time and much more.

Want more from our guests?

Haley Sacks

Instagram: @MrsDowJones

Website: https://mrsdowjones.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/mrsdowjones/

Stay connected with me!

BKP Instagram: @BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com!

Additional Resources from this episode:

IRS Get My Payment Tool: HERE

Watch Haley’s What to do After a Layoff HERE

More info on the Cares Act and Payment Protection Program: https://www.ourfairshare.com/

Sarah here! I applied for PPP through Kabbage and got approved!

Make more money in Quarantine!

Find gigs and freelance opportunities through UpWork!

Find Tutoring gigs through VIP KID

Make a side income through ONEHOPE Wine! You can join My BIGKID Team HERE and start sharing great wines with your friends. If they purchase any wine through you, you not only make a commission, but you get to share 10% of proceeds to a charity of your choice!

Big THANK YOU to our episode Sponsors!

Strong Coffee Company!

If you like coffee and getting Sh*t done, try Strong Coffee! Note just you average cup of joe, Strong Coffee is packed with extra good stuff like Collagen Protein, MCT Oil, Hyaluronic Acid and more! Right now they are offering 30% off with code “BIGKID” at checkout!

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BEAM

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Big Kid Problems is a production of Crate Media

05/05/20 • 64 min

38. Hair up. Bra’s off. Learning to Let it all Go in Quarantine

Big Kid Problems

04/28/20 • 45 min

In an experiment in “Letting Go” this week, we’re having some fun and ditching the normal BKP format in exchange for a truly candid/ridiculous episode guaranteed to make you chuckle. Friend of the Show (and my quarantine buddy) Dr. Paige Bourassa joins the pod and things quickly go off the rails as we talk about Life, Dating, Mistakes, Anal, Vegans and so much more.

Want more from our guests?

Paige Bourassa
Instagram: @theaccuchick
Shen Medicine: @shenmedicine
Website: www.shenmedicine.com

Checkout the BigKidProblems Amazon List for every book/product that has ever been mentioned or recommended on this pod!

Big THANK YOU to our episode Sponsor!

Strong Coffee Company!

https://strongcoffeecompany.com

Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com!

Stay Connected! @BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Big Kid Problems is a production of Crate Media

04/28/20 • 45 min

37. Love & Sex in Quarantine! Getting in the Mood, Getting Creative, & Not Killing your Partner with Sexologist Michelle Hope

Big Kid Problems

04/21/20 • 68 min

We’re talkin’ bout sex baby! That’s right we’re talking about Love & Sex in Quarantine with our expert of the week, Sexologist Michelle Hope! None of us have ever gone through a Pandemic before, and it may have had a variety of effects on our Sex lives. Michelle is going to talk to us about what’s normal, why so many of us are NOT in the mood, how to get on the same page with your partner, and some ways to get.. I'll just say “creative in quarantine”

Want more from our guests?

Michelle Hope

Instagram: @mhsexpert
Website: http://www.mhsexpert.com/
Checkout the last time Michelle was on the BigKidProblems Podcast! The WHAT ARE WE Episode

Resources from this episode!

Free PDF of Venus in Furs: Download HERE
Music can help you get in the mood, try this song

Checkout the BigKidProblems Amazon List for every book/product that has ever been mentioned or recommended on this pod!

Big THANK YOU to our episode Sponsor!

Strong Coffee Company!

https://strongcoffeecompany.com

Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com!

Stay Connected! @BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Big Kid Problems is a production of Crate Media

04/21/20 • 68 min

46. Disordered Eating, Exercise Bulimia & Owning your Mental Health with Jenn Kahan

Big Kid Problems

06/30/20 • 57 min

There can be a slippery slope between wanting to get in shape and starting to obsess about it in an unhealthy way. (Ugh, guilty) Jenn Kahan joins the pod today and she is a Certified Personal Trainer specializing in the mental and emotional aspects of fitness. She is someone who has overcome an unhealthy cycle of food obsession, eating disorders, anxiety and exercise bulimia, and has lived to tell the tale. We’ll talk about recognizing if you have a problem, all the usual methods of coping with mental health issues - what worked, what didn’t. Then we’ll get into all the interpersonal work and mindfulness techniques she used and now teaches others to help them break free from bad food & fitness habits.

Want more from our guests?

Jenn Kahan