13 episodes

Val and Reina welcome you to the world of being a teenager, where all the fun, wild, bad, and disgusting things happen. Join their discussion as they talk about random stuff that has something to do with being your young self. And connect with them as they dive in on different topics that will give you a glimpse on what it is like to be a teenager, and as they discuss the struggles that they encounter everyday to survive high school, senior high, college, and life.

What Teen Wants Val & Reina

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Val and Reina welcome you to the world of being a teenager, where all the fun, wild, bad, and disgusting things happen. Join their discussion as they talk about random stuff that has something to do with being your young self. And connect with them as they dive in on different topics that will give you a glimpse on what it is like to be a teenager, and as they discuss the struggles that they encounter everyday to survive high school, senior high, college, and life.

    ONLY YESTERDAY: A Trip Down Memory Lane

    ONLY YESTERDAY: A Trip Down Memory Lane

    Hi guys! We've been out for so long, and we missed you! Valentines is almost coming! What best way to celebrate it than watching a movie, right? 

    In this episode, Val and Reina talked about one of their favorite film from Studio Ghibli, entitled Only Yesterday. They discussed what makes the film a masterpiece as they shared different events in their lives that they remembered while watching the movie. Only Yesterday is a film that will give you nostalgia and brings you closer to your inner child. Listen to this episode and discover how this movie made Val and Reina realize the struggle of transitioning from being a child to a young adult.  

    Note: This episode is recorded last month. Some information may not remain relevant today. Also, we suggest that you watch the movie first before listening to this episode, for this will contain spoilers!

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    • 57 min
    Surviving College

    Surviving College

    As for Val and Reina, college is really here, and stress is in the air. Taking little steps towards our goals, despite being little is certainly difficult. However, when you think about it, we enrolled for it, and so we can conclude that we did sign up for this didn't we?

    Moving from secondary education to tertiary surely includes some experiences to share. That's why in the eleventh episode of What Teen Wants, Val and Reina talk about their various encounters, now that they're currently in their first year of hell. For the sake of your dreams, how far can you really go?

    Content Warning: This episode contains a brief mention of suicide. Follow us on our social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1860254297563286/posts/2750956331826407/ Instagram: instagram.com/_whatteenwants Twitter: https://twitter.com/_whatteenwants

    • 55 min
    The Reality of Turning 18

    The Reality of Turning 18

    What do you think turning 18 would look like? Would you be more mature, knowledgeable, or experienced? Being legal is one of the biggest milestones for every teenager. It unlocks a lot of restrictions and opens a lot of opportunities along with a dreadful amount of responsibilities and pressure. In this episode, Val and Reina talked about their expectations before turning 18 versus the reality of it. They also discussed the different challenges that come with it as they try to look at the bigger picture.

    • 53 min
    Looking Back on Our Senior High Lives

    Looking Back on Our Senior High Lives

    Senior High is officially over for Val and Reina. As college is getting nearer, listen as they reminisce various memories and experiences they had in the course of 2 years of their senior high lives, from commuting problems to PE performances and the friendship they made along the way. Hear them share some of the valuable lessons that they've gained from their experiences. And for all incoming Senior High students out there, take note of their advice about choosing the right strand and everything there is about SHS. Follow us on our social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1860254297563286/posts/2750956331826407/ Instagram: instagram.com/_whatteenwants Twitter: https://twitter.com/_whatteenwants

    • 37 min
    Let's Talk About Movies and TV Shows

    Let's Talk About Movies and TV Shows

    Are you running out of movies or TV shows to watch? If so, then Val and Reina got your back for in this episode, they shared some of their favorite movies and series in this quarantine. Join them as they talk about their most favorite and least liked genre in the entertainment business. Listen as they share their remarkable film experiences and some of the lessons that they've gained from watching.
    Here are the list of the movies and TV shows that we've discussed:

    1. Queen's Gambit
    2. Attack on Titan
    3. High Rise Invasion
    4. Carole and Tuesday
    5. Death Note
    6. Before I Fall
    7. The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.
    8. Big Mouth
    9. Heathers 1988*
    10. Shawshank Redemption
    11. Godfather
    12. Orange is the New Black
    13. Shadow and Bone
    14. Umbrella Academy
    15. Grey's Anatomy
    16. Texas Chainsaw Massacre
    17. Trese Follow us on our social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1860254297563286/posts/2750956331826407/ Instagram: instagram.com/_whatteenwants Twitter: https://twitter.com/_whatteenwants

    • 1 hr 2 min
    College: Entering a New Chapter in Life

    College: Entering a New Chapter in Life

    "Congratulations graduates!" You may or may haven't heard this phrase yet this means another chapter of life is about to begin. This new expedition most of us will take brings us closer to the goals we have in mind. Before diving into our dream careers, the question of what's in it for everyone arises. What obstacles do we have to face before entering college especially in the new normal? Gather around pals, as Val & Reina discusses the challenges of setting foot in a new journey of life. Follow us on our social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1860254297563286/posts/2750956331826407/ Instagram: instagram.com/_whatteenwants Twitter: https://twitter.com/_whatteenwants

    • 36 min

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