join astro
projects
ONLINE
We believe, media can serve as a powerful support system for the mental healthcare system, acting as the first place youth turn to when in need of emotional support and to feel seen.
Teenager Therapy
We believe, media can serve as a powerful support system for the mental healthcare system, acting as the first place youth turn to when in need of emotional support and to feel seen.
GrownKids
A youth-hosted mental health, career, and life skills podcast for young adults and everyone who’s ever been one.
Friendgroup
A podcast that feels like your second friend group, so every time you ask yourself, 'How are others dealing with this?' you'll know exactly where to turn to.
OFFLINE
Gen Z is experience an online to offline transition which means looking for ways to connect in-person with their favorite communities and creators.
Grownkid’s Club
The in-person community extension of the Grownkid podcast, designed to give young people a space to socialize beyond school and work.
An late-night art club offering youth an alternative to nightlife through curated conversation themes.
Midnight Living Room
Mento School
A 4-week program consisting of co-horts of 6 youth who met weekly to discuss their emotions while sharing songs and stories associated with them.
ONLINE
We believe, media can serve as a powerful support system for the mental healthcare system, acting as the first place youth turn to when in need of emotional support and to feel seen.
Teenager Therapy
We believe, media can serve as a powerful support system for the mental healthcare system, acting as the first place youth turn to when in need of emotional support and to feel seen.
GrownKids
A youth-hosted mental health, career, and life skills podcast for young adults and everyone who’s ever been one.
Friendgroup
A podcast that feels like your second friend group, so every time you ask yourself, 'How are others dealing with this?' you'll know exactly where to turn to.
OFFLINE
Gen Z is experience an online to offline transition which means looking for ways to connect in-person with their favorite communities and creators.
Grownkid’s Club
The in-person community extension of the Grownkid podcast, designed to give young people a space to socialize beyond school and work.
An late-night art club offering youth an alternative to nightlife through curated conversation themes.
Midnight Living Room
Mento School
A 4-week program consisting of co-horts of 6 youth who met weekly to discuss their emotions while sharing songs and stories associated with them.
about
SHARE YOUR STORY
Astrolescence is your space to share what's in your heart. We believe in connecting by sharing both the good and the bad with each other, building an honest and caring community that's always there for you.
GET INVOLVED
share us the story
SIGN UP & JOIN GKC
A modern-day alternative to traditional community spaces
SIGN UP
SHARE YOUR STORY
Astrolescence is your space to share what's in your heart. We believe in connecting by sharing both the good and the bad with each other, building an honest and caring community that's always there for you.
GET INVOLVED
share us the story
Astrolescence is your space to share what's in your heart. We believe in connecting by sharing both the good and the bad with each other, building an honest and caring community that's always there for you.
ASTRO IN THE WILD
OTHER WORK & FEATURES
NEW YORK TIMES, HOPE-LAB YOUNG INNOVATORS IN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AWARDS, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECH, UCLA CENTER FOR SCHOLARS & STORYTELLERS, SPOTIFY NEWSROOM, WIRED, YMS LA, SPOTIFY MASTERCLASS, FLAUNT MAGAZINE,
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA, APPLE, VARIETY, TIMES, FUTURE IN REVIEWS, FORBES, HLTH
Grown Kids
Grown Kids
Grownkid is a youth-hosted mental health, career, and life skills podcast designed to support young people as they transition from adolescence to young adulthood, find their purpose and launch careers.
Launched in 2024, GrownKid is created & hosted by Gael & Kayla in partnership with Joy Coalition and the Schultz Family Foundation and is designed to support young people as they enter their 20s.
”GrownKid” is more than just a podcast; it’s an ecosystem of support and wisdom designed to equip young adults with the tools and community they need to navigate today’s changing world and the new realities of young adulthood. Bringing diverse perspectives from experts and leading voices across generations, “GrownKid” offers meaningful conversations around critical topics for Gen Z, including: building a career without a college degree, managing finances, mental health, and overcoming rejection. Gael and Kayla conceived the series in collaboration with narrative change producer and mental health advocate Joy Gorman Wettels, known for the hit TV series “13 Reasons Why” and “UnPrisoned”.
Sheri Schultz, co-founder and chair of the Schultz Family Foundation, underscored the significance of Gael and Kayla’s work. “Young people today face so many challenges and opportunities as they figure out their next step on their journey to adulthood. It’s important young people have a network of support and a community around them. Supporting a project like ‘GrownKid’ that offers quality advice and support from young leaders as smart as Gael and Kayla—as well as experts— is an exciting way to reach the next generation, particularly those who may not have as much access as their peers to the resources and support needed to realize their full potential,” said Schultz.
The first season of GrownKid was released in Summer of 2024 and received a wide reach on social media, amassing 6 million impressions across social channels with just 12 episodes.
Grownkid is a youth-hosted mental health, career, and life skills podcast designed to support young people as they transition from adolescence to young adulthood, find their purpose and launch careers.
Launched in 2024, GrownKid is created & hosted by Gael & Kayla in partnership with Joy Coalition and the Schultz Family Foundation and is designed to support young people as they enter their 20s.
”GrownKid” is more than just a podcast; it’s an ecosystem of support and wisdom designed to equip young adults with the tools and community they need to navigate today’s changing world and the new realities of young adulthood. Bringing diverse perspectives from experts and leading voices across generations, “GrownKid” offers meaningful conversations around critical topics for Gen Z, including: building a career without a college degree, managing finances, mental health, and overcoming rejection. Gael and Kayla conceived the series in collaboration with narrative change producer and mental health advocate Joy Gorman Wettels, known for the hit TV series “13 Reasons Why” and “UnPrisoned”.
Sheri Schultz, co-founder and chair of the Schultz Family Foundation, underscored the significance of Gael and Kayla’s work. “Young people today face so many challenges and opportunities as they figure out their next step on their journey to adulthood. It’s important young people have a network of support and a community around them. Supporting a project like ‘GrownKid’ that offers quality advice and support from young leaders as smart as Gael and Kayla—as well as experts— is an exciting way to reach the next generation, particularly those who may not have as much access as their peers to the resources and support needed to realize their full potential,” said Schultz.
The first season of GrownKid was released in Summer of 2024 and received a wide reach on social media, amassing 6 million impressions across social channels with just 12 episodes.
Astrolescence is your space to share what's in your heart. We believe in connecting by sharing both the good and the bad with each other, building an honest and caring community that's always there for you.
ASTRO IN THE WILD
Connect to Content
Add layers or components to swipe between.
OTHER WORK & FEATURES
NEW YORK TIMES, HOPE-LAB YOUNG INNOVATORS IN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AWARDS, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECH, UCLA CENTER FOR SCHOLARS & STORYTELLERS, SPOTIFY NEWSROOM, WIRED, YMS LA, SPOTIFY MASTERCLASS, FLAUNT MAGAZINE,
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA, APPLE, VARIETY, TIMES, FUTURE IN REVIEWS, FORBES, HLTH