Merging Into Life

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Merging Into Life

The road to being a fully functioning, thriving adult is full of bumps, blind corners and dead ends. From buying your first car to choosing your child’s car seat, it can get confusing out there. That’s where we come in. Join host Amanda Greene as she navigates her own adulting challenges and experiences, recruiting family, friends and experts from AAA and beyond to help along the way. Buckle up as we merge into life together! It can be a wild ride, but our educational podcast is here to help make the journey as smooth as possible. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the views of AAA Northeast, AAA and/or its affiliates.

  1. Moving back home: When your parents are your roommates

    1 DAY AGO

    Moving back home: When your parents are your roommates

    Independence usually means flying the nest. Getting out from under parental rule, making your own decisions and having some space for yourself. But life happens and sometimes that means returning home. Just because moving back in with your parents wasn’t on your adulthood bingo card, doesn’t mean it isn’t a good move. On this episode we’ll talk to Paige Mariah, a successful, vibrant, thirtysomething who returned to the U.S. from England and moved back in with her parents. She’s got first-hand tips on how to make the most of your time at home. And we also have Francesca Canzoneri from The Therapy Institute who helps get you in the right mindset when it comes to boundaries, boundaries and more boundaries. Resources: Paige Mariah: YouTube & Instagram The Therapy Institute

    18 min
  2. Build credit, not debt: Healthy credit card habits

    JAN 27

    Build credit, not debt: Healthy credit card habits

    On the one hand we have points programs, maybe insurance and credit building, but on the other there’s high interest rates, annual fees and the potential to rack up a lot of debt.  How do we use credit cards for good and skip the tough lessons? Listen in to Katherine Fan, a personal finance journalist who breaks down the basics, like how to avoid common pitfalls, make the most of your cards perks and manage credit to your benefit, not your debt.

    20 min
  3. Retirement 101: Start saving, stop worrying

    JAN 13

    Retirement 101: Start saving, stop worrying

    For many of us, retirement is a bit of an abstract idea. It’s far away in the future, it can be hard to picture. The unknowns are infinite. So how do we plan for that? Step one: Just start. The earlier the better, too, because we’ll just keep getting older and it’ll be nice to have a little something to make those later years more fun. Join our guest Pamela Capland, certified financial planner and accredited financial counselor who takes the shame out of money conversations and is a pro at simplifying and empowering. Then we also have Julien and Kiersten Saunders who explain the basics of the FIRE movement (financial independence, retire early). Resources: Pamela Capalad: Get Shameless Julien & Kiersten Saunders: Rich & Regular

    21 min
  4. Life-Hack Highlights: The road so far

    12/30/2024

    Life-Hack Highlights: The road so far

    What’s more fun than looking back over the year and remembering all the great things that happened? Not much! So join us in the episode that finds all the fun and fascinating nuggets from the first 16 episodes of Merging Into Life.  Each episode has its charm, and we’ve gathered as much as we could fit into this one episode as a thanks for coming along for the ride with us. Life-hacks, hot tips and all the takeaways you can handle. From buying a car, bringing home your first pet, heading to a theme park or moving back home with Mom and Dad, we’ve got you covered.

    19 min
  5. Licensed to drive: How to pass your test with ease

    12/16/2024

    Licensed to drive: How to pass your test with ease

    Fewer of us are rushing out to drive in the first year we’re eligible. But just because you don’t start driving as a teen doesn’t mean you never will. That driver’s license isn’t going anywhere without you! If you’re thinking about taking the wheel for the first time, or you want a refresher, listen as Linda Ricci, Assistant Manager at AAA’s Rhode Island Driving school walks us through the basics. She covers how to prepare for your test, what to be aware of and ways to get comfortable behind the wheel. And Gaelen Olinski on hand to share his successful but embarrassing early days of driving.

    18 min
  6. Electric Vehicles 101: Facts to get you off the fence and behind the wheel

    12/02/2024

    Electric Vehicles 101: Facts to get you off the fence and behind the wheel

    How far can an electric vehicle really go on a charge? What's it like to drive an EV? Do you ever have to replace the battery? And what about other routine maintenance? Buying an EV comes with a lot of questions, and on this episode we’ve got a lot of answers. Guests Ben Sullins is an EV advocate who has spent years digging into the data and is here to dispell some EV myths. Matt Ferrell is an expert in sustainable technologies and gives us the low-down on EV batteries. Resources: EV perks that come with a AAA membership Undecided with Matt Ferrell Still To Be Determined Podcast Series Ben Sullins - YouTube Plugshare

    21 min
  7. Running 101: Putting your best foot forward

    11/18/2024

    Running 101: Putting your best foot forward

    Dust off those running shoes and let’s hit the road. Actually, shoes are important, so maybe get a well-fitted fresh pair. But regardless, if you’re hoping to incorporate running into your life or signing up for your first race, we’ve got you covered.   Runner in Chief at Runner’s World, Jeff Dengate, is here to help you get on track. He’ll cover pacing yourself, gear, and how to incorporate running into your life. But we don’t want you to hurt yourself, so Mike Vaiano, a physical therapist at the Schwarz Institute, gives us the rundown on how to prevent an injury.

    22 min
  8. Solo Travel: Hitting the road alone

    11/04/2024

    Solo Travel: Hitting the road alone

    If you’ve ever dreamed of heading out into the world footloose and fancy free, a solo trip might be just what you need! Whether it’s a once in a lifetime voyage to a far flung locale or a quick trip to the next spot on the map, seeing new sites and meeting new people is one of life’s true joys. But getting your loved ones on board can be similar to herding cats, a little frustrating and often a bad use of time. In this episode, avid solo traveler Kim Rodrigues leads the way through how to make the best of your trip while staying safe. And on the logistics side, Jillian Young of AAA Northeast's Public Affairs team shares insight on the best times to travel and how to beat the crowds. Resources: AAA travel forecast Kim Rodrigues' blog: K.Rod Collective

    22 min
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The road to being a fully functioning, thriving adult is full of bumps, blind corners and dead ends. From buying your first car to choosing your child’s car seat, it can get confusing out there. That’s where we come in. Join host Amanda Greene as she navigates her own adulting challenges and experiences, recruiting family, friends and experts from AAA and beyond to help along the way. Buckle up as we merge into life together! It can be a wild ride, but our educational podcast is here to help make the journey as smooth as possible. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the views of AAA Northeast, AAA and/or its affiliates.

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  • Creator
    AAA Northeast
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024
  • Show Website
    Merging Into Life

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