Turning 30 in Paris — From Chasing Boys to Chasing My Writing Dreams

Devi Jags returns for a solo episode reflecting on turning 30, her complicated relationship with Paris, and what it means to return to a place that once symbolized escape, perfection, and the pursuit of love. From her first trip to Paris at 17 after a devastating running injury, to her unhinged early twenties spent chasing boys and macarons, Devi unpacks how Paris has evolved from a romanticized escape into a city that now represents creative commitment and self-discovery. 00:00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:01:21 The First Paris Trip: Heartbreak and Escape 00:07:03 The Macaroon Moment and State Championship Regret 00:08:52 The Seine Boat Cruise: Seeing Life Beyond Running 00:10:25 College Years: Chasing Boys and Escaping Reality 00:12:32 Counting Crows and Finding Her Writer Self 00:13:35 Travel as Cultural Education and Community Building 00:14:38 Turning 30: From Chasing Boys to Chasing Writing 00:17:03 Embracing Imperfection: Paris as Metaphor for Her 30s 00:24:27 The Writing Class and Future of Sparkle 00:27:16 What to Expect: Content, Vlogs, and Spontaneous Episodes 00:29:55 Sparkling in Paris: Place as a Charge for Creativity