How to Adult

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How to Adult

How to Adult is a podcast and video series from The National that delivers the life skills you were never formally taught, but absolutely need. Hosted by Hala Nasar, each episode explores one essential part of adulting, from budgeting and landing jobs, to taking care of your mental health. We feature candid conversations, practical advice, and relatable stories – all in one series. How to Adult is your go-to guide for figuring out life, whether you’re just out of university or navigating your 20s.

Episodes

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Episode 4: How to build a physically healthy life in your 20s

    Taking care of your physical well-being might seem like a no-brainer, but as a young adult trying to balance a new job, social life and the daily challenges of growing up, it’s often the first thing to fall through the cracks. In this episode of the How to Adult podcast, host Hala Nasar opens up about her own health struggles, including chronic back pain that pushed her to rethink what fitness means and how to integrate it into a busy lifestyle. To better understand how young adults can stay active without burning out, Hala speaks to Reem and Caroline Kassab, a mother-daughter instructor duo who’ve been teaching fitness in Abu Dhabi across generations. Together, they discuss common misconceptions of fitness, how to overcome the fear of starting and why motivation is less important than consistency. How to Adult is a series helping young people tackle real-life skills they were never formally taught. New episodes appear each Monday across podcast platforms.
    28 min

  2. 7 JUL

    Episode 3: Househunting in the UAE for the first time

    Moving out for the first time is a major milestone – one that can be both exciting and overwhelming. In this episode of How to Adult, host Hala Nasar shares her rollercoaster experience of finding her first apartment. She’s joined by real estate expert Alessia Sheglova, chief executive of Dacha Real Estate, who offers a practical guide to renting in the UAE. From budgeting tips to what to look for in a lease agreement, Alessia answers the questions that need asking before signing a rental contract. In the audio episode, Hala is also joined by Aaina Pahwa, a content creator who viewed nearly 100 homes before finally settling on one. She talks about what she has learnt about being selective, knowing your deal-breakers and trusting the process. How to Adult is a series helping young people tackle real-life situations. New episodes drop every Monday across Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast platforms, YouTube and social media.
    24 min

  3. 30 JUN

    Episode 2: How to budget your expenses as a young adult

    Budgeting is one of those words that can instantly trigger stress for young adults but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of How to Adult, host Hala Nasar explores how to take control of your spending, without giving up joy in the process. The episode opens with Hala reflecting on her own experience learning to manage money after getting her first paycheque. She is also joined by Isaac Arroyo, data journalist at The National and UAE newcomer who shares his quirky yet effective method for tracking expenses by thinking in terms of coffee cups, and how this system helped him make sense of the cost of living in a new country. To offer expert advice, Hala speaks to Mike Coady, chief executive of Skybound Wealth and a financial adviser based in Dubai. Mr Coady provides tips on how to build a monthly budget and what realistic saving looks like in the early stages of a career. How to Adult is a weekly series helping young people tackle real-life skills they were never formally taught. New episodes appear every Monday across podcast platforms, YouTube and social media platforms.
    28 min

  4. 23 JUN

    Episode 1: How to get your dream job after graduation

    One of the most daunting tasks young people face after university is finding their first job. In this debut episode of the How to Adult series, host Hala Nasar shares her post-university panic and talks to fellow graduates about job hunting in the UAE. Despite completing multiple internships, she shares the challenges, confusion and rejections that come with trying to enter the workforce. To offer practical solutions, Hala sits down with recruitment expert Kameron Hutchinson, who breaks down what fresh grads need to know to stand out. As a Dubai-based recruitment director, Mr Hutchinson shares tips on what makes a CV stand out, how fresh graduates can optimise their LinkedIn profiles, and the most effective job platforms in the UAE. Mr Hutchinson also addresses common misconceptions about cover letters, how to follow up after an interview, and how young professionals can network, even if they’re just starting out. How to Adult is a bi-weekly series helping young people tackle real-life situations. New episodes drop bi-weekly across podcast platforms, YouTube, and social media.
    27 min

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How to Adult is a podcast and video series from The National that delivers the life skills you were never formally taught, but absolutely need. Hosted by Hala Nasar, each episode explores one essential part of adulting, from budgeting and landing jobs, to taking care of your mental health. We feature candid conversations, practical advice, and relatable stories – all in one series. How to Adult is your go-to guide for figuring out life, whether you’re just out of university or navigating your 20s.

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  • Creator
    The National News
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The National
  • Show Website
    How to Adult

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