Why Gen Z Is Taking "Adulting 101": The Skills Gap Nobody Saw Coming
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In this eye-opening episode of vpod.ai, sponsored by StoneFly, we explore a surprising trend: tech-savvy Gen Z adults are signing up for formal instruction in basic life skills—everything from doing laundry and managing a budget to roasting a chicken and understanding interest rates.
🔍 In this deep dive, we’ll uncover:
- Why digital natives are turning to universities for real-world skills
- How changes in parenting and education have widened the adulting gap
- What institutions like TMU and the University of Waterloo are doing to help
- The real-life consequences of missing out on essential life know-how
- Why ignorance isn’t just inconvenient—it’s expensive
This episode raises crucial questions about independence, resilience, and the evolving definition of “being prepared for adulthood.” Tune in to find out what’s really behind this skills resurgence—and what it means for the future.
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