Episodes

  • The Pressure to Be Perfect
    Jan 18 2025

    In this episode of OKAY SYDNEY, Sydney opens up about the relentless pressure to be perfect and how it affects every part of life—from college and entrepreneurship to relationships and extracurriculars. She dives into practical ways to cope with high expectations, including redefining what “perfect” really means, setting healthy boundaries, celebrating small wins, and finding the courage to talk about your struggles.

    With her signature honesty and relatable perspective, Sydney reminds listeners that perfection is a myth, and embracing progress over perfection is the key to living a balanced and fulfilling life. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the need to have it all together, this episode is for you!

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    12 mins
  • Mood Playlists
    Mar 20 2022

    In this episode, Sydney shares her musical playlist for Cardio, Travel, Relaxing, Homework, and Upbeat listening.
    Sydney discusses her wide-range of musical taste that includes song reviews of Mello Music Group, TV Girl, Kanye West, Jhene Aiko, Mac Miller, Steve Lacy, The Internet, Frank Ocean, Kriss Kross, Heavy D, Timbaland, House of Pain, Jay-Z, Lana Del Rey, Mac Miller, Mitski, 6black, Lauryn Hill, Bon Iver, Grouper, Alex G, Odd Future, MF Doom, and Childish Gambino

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    23 mins
  • Dad Jokes Volume 2 - Christmas Edition
    Dec 22 2021

    A very special Dad Jokes - Christmas Edition episode full of one-liners, riddles, puns and Knock-Knock Jokes for the whole family.

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    15 mins
  • Dad Jokes Volume 1 - Dave Chappelle Edition
    May 6 2021

    In this previously banned episode of Dad Jokes Volume 1, Sydney's Dad proves that he is the second funniest dad in Ohio next to comedian Dave Chappelle. Try not to laugh at these classic one liners, riddles and jokes.

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    11 mins
  • Everything is Terrible
    Apr 29 2021

    In this episode Sydney and her mother reflect on Sydney's first year of high school. They discuss Sydney's transition from private to public school during a pandemic and the stress both the teachers and students are feeling about classes, state testing, extra-curricular activities, and more.

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    23 mins
  • A Dad's Fears of Raising a Teenage Girl
    Apr 16 2021

    In this episode, Sydney allows her dad to share his greatest fears about raising a teenage girl in today's society. Topics range from broken hearts to eating disorders to bad boys and more. When was the first time Sydney was bullied? Has she ever been badly injured? And where does living in poverty rank on the list?

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    30 mins
  • May The Force (or Highly Encouraged) Be With You
    Apr 8 2021

    In this 10th episode Sydney talks about activities that she was "forced" to participate in growing up and now. Sydney's mom discusses the benefits of the "highly encouraged" activities, schooling and fashion choices. (Please note: We experienced audio issues throughout the recording. We apologize for the sound quality.)

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    25 mins
  • Beauty is more than skin deep
    Apr 1 2021

    In this episode, Sydney talks about her personal struggle with a recent rash and shares skin care tips for those like her with sensitive skin.

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    15 mins