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She’s known for airplane bathroom selfies, chaotic travel stories, and building a real-life friendship movement... all without health insurance.This week, I’m joined by Marissa Meizz, the internet’s favorite adventure friend and the founder of No More Lonely Friends. We’re talking:📱 The viral TikTok that started it all👯‍♀️ How she accidentally created a global friendship movement🎒 Her wildest travel stories (spoiler: there’s chaos)💡 Why being a little unhinged might be the key to more connectionIt’s fun, it’s fast-paced, and it might just make you text that internet friend you’ve been meaning to meet IRL. If you’re craving more connection, spontaneous adventures, or just need a reminder that you’re not the only one winging it — this one’s for you.Let’s stay connected ✨⤵️Follow the pod: Instagram, TikTokOur host Janelle: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Today's guest Marissa: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube If this episode resonated, pass it along, leave a little love in the reviews, and make sure you’re subscribed for more 💖

Today we’re pulling back the curtain on what it’s really like to balance a full-time job and a successful side hustle.Raimee has been building her travel brand for years, all while working full-time in corporate America. In this episode, she shares how she’s managed both sets of deadlines, how she makes the most of her PTO, and what it’s taken to keep burnout (mostly) at bay. We also dive into some of her favorite travel moments, underrated destinations, and the tools she swears by—whether she’s at her desk or on a plane!If you’ve ever wondered how people are doing both... this episode is for you.Let’s stay connected ✨⤵️Follow the pod: Instagram, TikTokOur host Janelle: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Today's guest Raimee: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube If this episode resonated, pass it along, leave a little love in the reviews, and make sure you’re subscribed for more 💖

Climbing the corporate ladder feels safe… until it vanishes beneath you.Corporate America is supposed to be the stable, responsible path. The one that comes with health insurance, promotions, and some kind of safety net. But more and more, people are finding that safety net has holes... and that the system doesn’t always catch you when you fall.This week, I sat down with my friend Mandy Ogulnick to talk about what it’s really like to get laid off twice and then choose a completely different path: one that isn’t tied to titles or LinkedIn announcements.We talk about:💼 What it’s like to be laid off from two different corporate jobs🍷 Why she chose service industry work—and how it gave her peace💞 Letting go of shame and rewriting what success looks like🗺️ Navigating the pressure to have a “big plan”If you’ve ever felt like you did everything “right” and it still didn’t work out—this one’s for you.Where to find our amazing guest, Mandy:Instagram, TikTokWalter's Wine ShopFollow Out of Office Era:Instagram, TikTokFollow our host Janelle:Instagram, TikTok, YouTube 

Some travel splurges are just overpriced. But others? Total game-changers.In this solo episode, I’m sharing the upgrades and little luxuries I’ve said yes to—and exactly why I’d do them again.From business class flights to that $100 spa day in Bali (yes, really), I’m walking you through:✈️ When business class is worth it—and what to know before you book💆‍♀️ The ritual we always do before flying home💅 The best beauty treatments I’ve found abroad💸 How I balance indulgence with intentional savingIf you’re craving travel that feels a little more you—this one’s for you.Follow Out of Office Era:Instagram, TikTokFollow our host Janelle:Instagram, TikTok, YouTube 

What happens when long-term love ends—and you suddenly have to reintroduce yourself to… yourself?This week on Out of Office Era, I’m joined by Fiona Chen—aka @FindingFiona—your internet big sister for skincare, solo trips, and self-discovery. We talk about the quiet ending of her 8-year relationship and what it’s looked like to find herself again in the aftermath.We get into:The emotional weight of leaving a long-term relationshipStarting over in your late 20sDating again after nearly a decadeWhat sharing online looks like when your real life is shiftingHow to reclaim your story without needing to explain everythingIt’s raw, reflective, and full of reminders that healing doesn’t happen all at once—but you’re allowed to take up space in the process.Follow Fiona:IG → @findingfiona__TikTok → @findingfionaYouTube → Finding FionaFollow Out of Office Era:Instagram, TikTokFollow our host Janelle:Instagram, TikTok, YouTube 

The harsh truth about building a platform: visibility doesn’t come without a cost.In this solo episode, I’m opening up about the love that fills your DMs… and the hate that follows you into your real life. From quiet harassment to viral praise, I’m sharing the moments that made me question if being seen was worth it—and why I still choose to show up.I talk about:The emotional weight of going viralHow harassment often shows up in quiet, relentless waysWhy some comments stick with you more than othersWhat I’ve learned about protecting my peace while staying visibleIf you’ve ever second-guessed sharing your story online or felt the weight of other people’s opinions—this one’s for you.This is Out of Office Era—where we unpack what happens when you stop living on autopilot and finally write your own story.—✨ Let’s stay connected:Follow Out of Office Era:Instagram, TikTokFollow our host Janelle:Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode if it resonates 💛

For our very first episode of Out of Office Era, we’re diving into what it looks like to step away from tradition and create something that feels authentic — starting with your wedding day.Joining me is Jenna Liston, a self-made entrepreneur, social media marketing manager, and content creator with over a decade of experience in the digital space. She helps brands show up online while building a career that blends storytelling, strategy, and a whole lot of travel.Right now, she’s planning a wedding that doesn’t follow the script. And that’s exactly what makes it meaningful.In this episode, we talk about:💍 Jenna’s journey to planning a wedding that feels like her📋 What we’re both cutting out and intentionally choosing to keep💭 The emotional layers behind doing things differently🔥 A rapid-fire round of I Do or I Don’t — our takes on popular wedding trendsWhether you’re rethinking a big milestone or just craving a more honest way to live, this episode is your permission slip to unsubscribe from expectations and start doing things your way.⸻Connect with us:Follow Jenna → @jennalistontv on IG, @jennaliston on TikTokFollow Out of Office Era:Instagram, TikTokFollow our host Janelle:Instagram, TikTok, YouTube 

Welcome to your Out of Office Era.This podcast is your official sign to step back, rethink what matters, and start building a life that actually feels like yours.I’m Janelle Rupkalvis (@janelleonajet), and here, we talk travel, identity, confidence, personal growth, and all the real-life shifts that come with choosing bold, intentional living.You’ll hear honest conversations, vulnerable stories, and reflections that feel like catching up with a friend who gets it.If you’re in your twenties, thirties, or somewhere in between—welcome to your Out of Office Era.