Kirbylicious

Kirby Studios

Savor change, one story at a time. Conversations about the different flavors of life - sweet and spicy stories of transformation and breakthrough - shared between two generations. Each episode brings young and old wisdom together, creating space for real, honest, and contrasting perspectives.

  1. 6d ago

    How to Find Yourself Again | Solo Reflection on Healing, Presence & Trusting the Process

    Maybe becoming isn't about becoming someone else—maybe it's about returning to who you were before the world told you who to be. In this solo reflection, Kirby sits with the lessons from his conversation with Chris (64) and Kaitlyn (26)—one of the most healing conversations of the season—and opens up about his own becoming: building Kirby Studios in Bangkok at 26 with no idea what he was doing, the 2020 health crisis in New York that changed everything, and the slow shift from chasing success to living from the heart. He gets honest about the parts of himself he's learned to hold with compassion, why he still gets triggered even with all the awareness, and the reminder from Chris that stayed with him most: the process of becoming matters just as much as getting "there." In this episode: • Why becoming sometimes looks like uncertainty, survival jobs & confusion—and that's not failing • The panic attack that forced him to stop and face himself • Moving from the left brain to the heart: intention, awareness, presence • Learning to hold every part of yourself with compassion • Why awareness itself is already a beginning • Trusting that something greater is unfolding through you From a younger self who chased certainty… to who he's becoming now—rooted in peace, presence, and service—this reflection is a gentle reminder that you don't need to rush to arrive anywhere. So before you go, Kirby leaves you with a question: Who are you becoming right now—and what is life trying to teach you through this version of yourself? 💭 Stay present. Stay open. And trust your becoming. Savor your journey, one story at a time. 🌱

  2. Jul 14

    Who Are You Becoming? | A 26-Year-Old & a 64-Year-Old on Purpose, Patience & Letting Go

    We're all in the middle of becoming—whether we realize it or not. So who are you becoming? Kirby sits down with Chris (64)—a former aerospace engineer turned educator who now brings art programming and mindfulness to senior communities—and Kaitlyn (26)—a writer navigating survival jobs and the long road to a creative career—for an honest conversation about identity, purpose, turning points, and the versions of ourselves we're still growing into. Meeting for the very first time on camera, they explore what happens when the plan doesn't go the way you thought, why chasing what's easy can quietly limit who you become, and how the pressure to "arrive" keeps us from living the life that's happening right now. In this episode: • What we thought we'd become—and what actually happened • Turning points: walking away from success that didn't feel like success • Why gravitating toward what's easy can shrink your growth • Shedding ego when life asks you to start over • Equanimity, patience, and letting go of the timeline • Whether growth feels urgent or peaceful—and what changes with age From a young writer learning that her path may not look the way she trained for… to a man at 64 still becoming, still learning, still letting go… this conversation reminds us that growth doesn't end—it deepens. And perhaps becoming isn't about finally arriving. It's about being patient with the process, releasing what no longer fits, and trusting that you are exactly where you need to be. Because in the end, we are all still becoming. 🌱

  3. Jun 23

    What Makes a Friendship Safe? | Solo Reflection on Friendship Across Generations

    What makes a friendship truly matter? After his conversation with Mamoun (22) and Eric (65), three realizations stayed with Kirby long after they stopped recording. In this solo reflection, Kirby opens up about a younger version of himself who treated friendship like a performance, the season when work and success quietly pushed friendships to the side, and the simple shift that changed how he shows up for the people he loves. In this episode: • Why the safest friendships are the ones where you don't have to perform • How connection needs care—and why intention matters more than we think • The three pillars of friendship (proximity, timing & energy) from Mel Robbins' The Let Them Theory • Why no one really has it "all figured out"—and why that makes friendship more human • Choosing curiosity over comfort, at any age From letting go of the need to fit in… to learning to make people feel like they truly matter… this reflection is a gentle reminder that connection has little to do with age—and everything to do with showing up. So before you go, Kirby leaves you with a question: When was the last time you connected with someone outside your usual circle—someone older or younger, who sees life differently than you? 💭 Stay curious. Stay open. And keep building connections that expand you. Savor your journey, one story at a time. 🌱

  4. Jun 16

    Friendship Across Generations | A 22-Year-Old & a 65-Year-Old on What It Takes to Connect

    We all experience friendship—but it looks different depending on where we are in life. So what does it take to truly connect across generations? In this episode, Kirby sits down with Eric (65)—a custom designer for film, TV & red carpet, with 20 years and 100+ clients behind him—and Mamoun (22, a Moroccan-born musician and Kirby's own guitar teacher) for a warm, honest conversation about friendship, vulnerability, ego, and the connections that shape who we are. Together, they explore how different generations build trust, show up for each other, and let go of the assumptions that keep us apart—and discover that the things that make a friendship last are more universal than we think. In this episode: • Why younger people often feel freer around older friends • Letting go of ego to actually stay teachable • How men learn (and unlearn) to express vulnerability • Why reciprocity and intentionality keep a friendship alive • Realizing the "grown-ups" in your life are human too • What friendship means at every stage of life From a young musician who finds comfort and wisdom in older friends… to a seasoned creative who calls friendship the most important thing in his life… this conversation reminds us that connection has little to do with age. And perhaps what matters most isn't how much we have in common. It's the willingness to stay curious, drop our biases, and really see each other. Because in the end, friendship across generations may be one of the simplest ways to grow. Check out Eric's atelier, Studio Unbiased— https://www.instagram.com/studiounbiased

  5. Jun 9

    What Still Matters? | A Solo Reflection on Validation, Compassion & Self-Acceptance

    What still matters when the need for validation begins to fade? In this solo reflection, Kirby looks back on the conversation with Sana and Delaney and explores the lessons that stayed with him long after the cameras stopped rolling. Through their stories, he reflects on his own journey—from seeking approval, achievement, and external validation to finding greater meaning through compassion, self-acceptance, and solitude. This episode explores: • Why we spend so much of our lives seeking validation• The shift from proving yourself to knowing yourself• Learning to protect your energy and inner peace• Self-compassion during seasons of uncertainty• The value of solitude and self-reflection• Finding meaning without constantly chasing more Kirby shares personal reflections from his move to Los Angeles, the questions that challenged his identity, and the practices that continue to help him navigate uncertainty with more kindness and curiosity. If you’ve been questioning what truly matters in your life, this episode is an invitation to slow down, look inward, and reconnect with yourself. Because sometimes the answers we’re searching for aren’t found by doing more. They’re found by creating enough space to listen. And perhaps, in the end, what really matters is simpler than we think: Love. Compassion. Presence. And the courage to be yourself.

  6. Jun 2

    What Still Matters? | Two Generations on Happiness, Validation & Living Authentically

    After life changes, priorities shift, expectations fall away, and the things we once chased begin to lose their grip. So what still matters? In this episode, Kirby sits down with Delaney (24) and Sana (58) for a heartfelt conversation about identity, achievement, happiness, relationships, solitude, and the lessons that become clearer with age. Together, they explore how different generations navigate validation, success, self-care, and the pressure to live up to expectations—and discover that many of the struggles we face are more universal than we think. In this episode:• Letting go of the need for validation• Why achievements matter less than we expect• Learning to protect your energy and peace• Happiness, solitude, and being comfortable with yourself• The courage to have difficult conversations• What truly matters as life unfolds From a young woman learning to choose herself… to a seasoned professional rethinking a lifetime of achievement… this conversation reminds us that no matter our age, we are all figuring life out. And perhaps what matters most isn’t having all the answers. It’s learning to be present, stay true to yourself, and create a life that feels meaningful to you. Because in the end, what still matters may be simpler than we think.

  7. May 26

    The Pressure to Have It All Together | A Solo Reflection

    What if nobody really has life figured out at 27? In this solo reflection, Kirby looks back on the conversation with Sophia and Dina from the “What I Wish I Knew at 27” episode — and opens up about the pressure, fear, ambition, and loneliness that shaped his own late twenties. From building a company in Bangkok… to chasing success and trying to control every outcome… this episode explores what happens when you realize achievement alone doesn’t always create fulfillment. This episode explores: • Feeling overwhelmed by possibilities and expectations • The pressure to “have it all together” in your 20s • Fear of failure, overworking, and chasing success • Building a career while neglecting connection • Why relationships and meaningful conversations matter more over time • Learning to trust your own path and timing This is a reminder that life doesn’t have to follow a script. You don’t need all the answers right now. You don’t have to rush your timeline. And you’re not behind. Whether you feel lost, uncertain, or stuck between too many possibilities… maybe this season of your life isn’t about figuring everything out. Maybe it’s about learning how to trust yourself.

  8. May 19

    Being 27 Today vs Then | Generational Wisdom on Life & Growth

    What does it really mean to be 27? In this episode, Kirby sits down with Sophia (27) and Dina (56) for an honest conversation about identity, expectations, relationships, and the pressure of figuring life out. Through two generations of lived experience, they explore how being in your late 20s has changed — from following a traditional “life script” to navigating a world filled with endless possibilities, uncertainty, social media, and emotional awareness. This episode explores: • The pressure of having life figured out in your 20s • Relationships, dating, and changing societal expectations • Therapy, self-awareness, and emotional growth • Social media, comparison, and identity • Fear, possibility, and redefining success • Why life doesn’t have to follow a timeline This conversation is a reminder that nobody truly has it all figured out. We are all learning as we go. Some people just have more stories to tell. And maybe… your life doesn’t need to follow the script to become meaningful.

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Savor change, one story at a time. Conversations about the different flavors of life - sweet and spicy stories of transformation and breakthrough - shared between two generations. Each episode brings young and old wisdom together, creating space for real, honest, and contrasting perspectives.

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  • Creator
    Kirby Studios
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Kirby Studios
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    Kirbylicious