How to navigate your twenties

? Your twenties don’t have to be confusing. Coming to you from Sydney, Australia, mental health advocate Jemma Sbeg hosts one of the most successful podcasts in recent years: The Psychology of Your 20s. The podcast was launched in the midst of the pandemic in 2021 with the aim of helping young people navigate their twenties — a period in life known for no shortage of confusion.

Best of both worlds: Sbeg combines her practical background working for government mental health programs and her own personal experiences as a woman in her twenties — such as her first romantic breakup — to deliver honest and profound episodes. In just four years, the podcast has touched mns.

Each episode sheds light on a different challenge faced by young people in their twenties. Topics range from fluctuating romantic relationships to career anxiety, friendships, and financial pressures. With a runtime of 40 to 60 minutes, Sbeg shares both personal revelations and the latest findings in modern psychology.

The perfect start: Among the podcast’s hundreds of episodes, the first one stands out as a foundational moment. Released in June 2021, Sbeg tackles the concept of feeling incompetent or unqualified, asking a question many ask themselves: “Why do you feel like such a fraud?” Jemma talks about how this feeling haunts many of us, especially women in the early stages of their professional and personal lives. Drawing on solid psychological studies and debunking stereotypes, Sbeg was able to build a cohesive episode that remains — despite being her first — her most listened-to episode.

New episodes are released every Tuesday and Friday. With over 300 episodes thus far, the podcast has garnered over 45 mn downloads and 1.5 mn followers. The podcast bridges the gap between academic theory and quick, consumer-driven content, resulting in a final product that benefits its listeners in many great ways.