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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and real talk! Join us for our last show of 2024!
We do our annual gift exchange a little differently this year by getting non-Secret Santa presents for each other. Get ready for all the wholesome vibes, we knocked it out of the park this year!
To put a bow on 2024 (does it deserve a bow?) we recount the top stories of the year in terms of news, pop culture, and more.
Kamala's brat summer fell out of a coconut tree and surprised and delighted us all - for a brief 100 day window, we were vibing in the context in which we exist. </3
Our love for Cowboy Carter inspires a mini conversation about the evolution of country music - is Andrew becoming a country girlie?
The Kendrick/Drake feud had Pam's attention, and Laura was very glad to benefit from her knowledge of the industry to get in on the tea.
Weirdest news stories of the year? From brain worms to literal palace intrigue, all the way to trauma dumping on Elmo via Twitter... is everyone ok?
We haven't forgotten about other year-defining moments of 2024, like the cursed Pop Tart Bowl, Gypsy Rose's release from prison and subsequent temporary influencer status, and of course, J.D. Vance's poor couch.
Our wonderful Patrons shared their favorite show moments of the year, and we get a little misty eyed. Thank you so much for your support!
There will certainly be... challenges next year, but we wrap our final episode of the year by talking about what we're EXCITED for in 2025!
And for your final 2024 recommendations: Trader Joe's pillar candles (Pam), RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic for Switch (Andrew), and mindful.org for free mindfulness and meditation resources (Laura).
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
We share what we're most proud of from 2024 - from professional gains to getting stronger and everything in between, we're all feeling proud of ourselves in big and small ways. We hope you are too!
We've all found new hobbies and fandoms to engage with, and shed some things (and people) that were no longer suiting us.
Our Patrons share what they're most proud of this year, and WOW, y'all have made some big accomplishments this year!
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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and real talk!
We want to keep things light going into the holidays, but the world is still on fire, so we have to acknowledge the viral story of the manhunt for Luigi Mangione, the murderer of UnitedHealthcare CEO. The internet's reacting in a way we expected, but where should we draw the line?
In our penultimate episode of the year, we're getting into the holiday spirit by revisiting the "it" toys of our childhood.
What were some all time favorite toys we got as kids? Furby, a bike, and American Girl dolls!
Tamagotchi, Polly Pockets, and Beanie Babies were huge so many millennials. Too bad we got scammed on thinking Beanie Babies would be valuable lol.
In our look back, we also pay homage to those toys that were recalled for safety reasons: the Cabbage Patch SnackTime Kid and Sky Dancers. RIP you two, you weren't a 90s kid if you didn't get your fingers chomped by the Cabbage Patch SnackTime kid, or hit in the face by a Sky Dancer.
What crazy lengths did parents go to to acquire the "it" toy of the year pre-internet?
Healing our inner child: what gift would we get for our younger selves that we never got?
This week's recommendations are very timely! Hit your nearest holiday pop up bar with friends (Pam), Mighty Patches to address that blemish before you're forced to take a million pics at the holidays (Andrew), and signing up for a 2025 healthcare plan by 12/15 if you don't already have coverage (Laura).
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And in this week's installment of After Dark:
Hoping to have a cute first date over the holidays? Look no further! We've got advice, and even share our own stories of going on good dates.
Andrew's first date with Pat was chaperoned, but they got a first date picture out of the deal!
Is it cool or cringe to have a "spot" to take all your first dates?
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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and real listener feedback talk!
But first: Joe Biden pardons his son Hunter, and South Korea's President declares martial law for a few hours... what do you think the maga crowd is most upset about?
Oxford and Dictionary.com have revealed their 2024 words of the year: Let's give it up for "brain rot" and "demure." Who did it best?
Don't forget to check out our new merch store, shop.millennialshow.com! We got cute, comfy hoodies, tees, whiskey glasses, and more!
What unique shopping plans do listeners have this holiday season? Laura is trying to decrease her dependence on Amazon, and turned to the #Millennial community for help!
Craft fairs, makers markets, Etsy, environmentally sustainable brands like Good.store and Earth Hero are among some of this year's top contenders!
We didn't miss out on the general feedback or political feedback either!
The #Millennial Confessional is back this week too: is winking at random people weird? Are we giving enough kudos to our postal workers? What to do about bailing on friends?
This week's recommendations will keep you nice and entertained on these cold evenings: 'Everything I Need I Get From You: How Fangirls Created The Internet As We Know It' by Kaitlyn Tiffany (Pam), Azul (Andrew), and 'DanDaDan' on Netflix (Laura).
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
Is gift giving necessary to enjoy this time of year? No. Do people still find a way to create drama around it? Yes.
There's always that person who ruins Secret Santa and White Elephant for everyone by not being thoughtful with their gift!
If someone tells you your gift is on the way but it never arrives, was there ever really a gift to begin with?
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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and real talk!
Tired of the gloomy news cycle? Take a break and listen to our official 2024 gift guide episode!
NEW: Be sure to check out our new Merch Store, and Patreon subscriptions can now be given as gifts!
Pam gives a spoiler free review of 'Wicked,' and we opine on whether or not singing in movie theaters is acceptable...
We've got some top notch recommendations for every gift giving category! Self-care, Smart Home, Household Goods, Experiences, and more!
We decide on what passive aggressive gifts we'd get for EACH OTHER. Pam totally slays and Andrew is kinda triggered.
Who doesn't love a good gag gift? (And who wants to bet Andrew is going to get Laura a passive aggressive knock knock pad to keep up with Slack messages?
Our Patrons deliver as usual and make their own gifting recommendations based on things they've bought and loved in the last year!
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
We keep the wholesome vibes going and think back to the Christmas gifts that really moved us, from childhood or even adulthood!
"Wow Pam way to make my GoldenEye surprise story sound lame!" (Pam is consistently the most thoughtful and wholesome of us.)
We gush about the magic of getting to see little kids enjoy the anticipation and joy of the season!
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Andrew is looking forward to his first cruise in the next few weeks, but he's tempted to cancel and instead go on The Villa Vie Residence cruise, a 4-year journey starting next year. Why ever might it be timed for 4 years??
Seriously though, what does going on a 4-year cruise actually accomplish if you're unhappy about politics at home?
No, this isn't a headline from The Onion: satirical magazine The Onion bought Alex Jones' InfoWars and all of its properties at auction. Bankrupt and without his usual grifter influence, Jones and his lackeys at the company that produces the supplements he hawks are crying foul over the sale.
The Onion plans to shut down Infowars and relaunch it with internet humorists, likely to parody the types of extreme right-wing grifters the Alex Jones model inspires.
What could Alex Jones do next - he still has a massive following on his personal social accounts, but his venues are somewhat limited at this point to X and Truth Social.
Andrew has a dramatic announcement: he is departing Twitter after 17 years on the platform. Laura plans to too, but not before Andrew attempts to find some problematic tweets.
Like many, he has migrated to BlueSky after the election, having had enough of Elon's BS.
What to like about BlueSky? It's like Twitter before Twitter became shitty! How long will that last? We're not sure, but we're here to enjoy the ride!
If you've left Twitter recently, know you're not alone: daily usage of the app is down in the US and UK, and many hundreds of thousands have departed since Elon Musk acquired the app.
This week's recommendations are a grab bag: Scrivener (Pam), Christmas Tree Hugger, and 'Arcane' season 2 on Netflix (Laura).
And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon:
Listener Sonia shares a hilarious Minnesota road rage story in light of last week's After Dark. Thanks Sonia!
Pam explains one of the lastest TikTok movements, 'underconsumptioncore' where influences are trying to get their followers to buy LESS junk online. Great idea, right?
Unfortunately, we are all still easily influenced: we come clean about what we've bought off the TikTok shop, and whether we've been happy or disappointed by what we received.
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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and real post-mortem election talk!
Running away to nature and self care: how we've spent the last week (or last million years) since the election.
To our friends on the left: WE LOST. SORRY. DON'T GO DOWN THE CONSPIRACY RABBIT HOLE!
Let's toot our own horn: unlike prior generations, millennials are not getting more conservative as we age (take that grandpa!).
Confirmed: Republicans will take the House majority, but we're predicting a slim one, meaning House Speaker Mike Johnson will need to reach across the aisle to cancel out the crazy freedom caucus in his own party if he wants to get anything done.
Get a sneak peak into Trump's cabinet here. What an assortment...
On the west coast, CA Governor Gavin Newsom is attempting to bolster his state against the incoming admin's agenda. But how does the Supremacy Clause of the Constitution factor in here?
Looking forward, how do we peacefully protest this agenda and maintain our sanity? Lead with kindness, pick 1-2 issue areas you really care about and make that your focus.
This week's recommendations are all about self-soothing: Sunrise alarm clock (Pam), Ticket to Ride (Andrew), and outdoor meditation (Laura).
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
Andrew has a Bumble BFF update and the tea is PIPING hot!
Are millennials and Gen Z angrier drivers than previous generations? We do tend to be whores for the horn!
What are the traffic situations that bring out our road rage? 2/3 of us are definitely bitchy drivers, and as always, Pam is an angel!
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The afternoon after the 2024 Presidential Race is called, Andrew, Laura, and Pam react to the news, and discuss Americans go from here.
We discuss why the Election ended up this way, where the blame is being placed, and how we all should take care of ourselves over the next few years.
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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and AHHHHH PRE-ELECTION TALK!
In our last installment before the 2024 US election, we bring the campaign stories that are top of mind to the table.
As per usual, Dems are winning the star power battle... and the GOP got Kid Rock in the national divorce.
Bad Bunny endorsed Harris following reprehensible commentary about Puerto Rico that happened at Trump's 1930's fascist rally at Madison Square Garden. He has over 45 million IG followers, and with large populations of Puerto Ricans in key swing states, this may in fact be an October surprise of the Trump campaign's own doing.
200k people canceled the Washington Post after owner Jeff Bezos killed the editorial board's endorsement of Kamala Harris. Is Bezos hedging his bets just in case Trump wins?
Bezos claims the decision was made to protect the newsroom's credibility, but his efforts to simmer the dissatisfaction of WaPo's readers are falling on deaf ears.
At the same time that Russian disinformation campaigns put out fake, AI created footage of ballots being destroyed in Pennsylvania, real ballots were being burned in Washington state and Oregon.
As expected, Trump and his allies continue to sow the seeds of disinformation and distrust ahead of the election to clear the path for them to contest a result they don't like. What "secret plan" are Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson referring to?
To end our coverage on an empowering note, we recommend watching Michelle Obama bring down the house in Michigan over the weekend.
We make our own electoral map predictions! Make yours here: https://www.270towin.com/
We won't be releasing a regular episode next Wednesday, but look forward to a BREAKING NEWS style episode release when the victor is called...
This week's recommendations are all on theme: Have 866-OUR-VOTE on speed dial if you have trouble voting this week (Pam), a WaPo tool Andrew found handy before he CANCELED his subscription, and remember to pace yourself and not try to stay up all Election night awaiting results (Laura).
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
One of Andrew's friends ghosted him, and is now looking for new friends in public view. Should Andrew go low or go high here?
Have we ever been broken up with by a friend, only for said friend to want us back?
Pam's friend breakup eventually realized Pam was a real one, and Laura's friendship breakup merges into MuggleSuck territory!
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The US election is 2 weeks away, and we spotlight the various constitutional amendments and referendums being voted on at the state level: marijuana legalization, abortion protections, ranked choice voting, and more!
We each share what's on our states' ballots, and how we're voting on these amendments! (And Laura reminds you to "look under the hood" on these proposals to better understand how they will actually work.)
Why on earth are there bipartisan efforts to kill open primaries and ranked choice voting in Nevada??
It's only taken over a century, but several states are just now considering taking language about slavery out of their constitutions...
But onto happier subjects: you know we love nostalgia, so we can't pass up the opportunity to talk about 90's Halloween and Spooky Szn culture!
What is our personal relationship to Halloween, and why is Laura so obsessed with murder?
We draw a connection between trick-or-treating and Andrew's fondness for snagging strangers' hotel room service leftovers.
Did 90s parents inspect our Halloween candy mainly as an excuse to sneak in some sweet treats?
Andrew will once again be the most popular house in his neighborhood with full size candy bars, so line up kids!
We've got a slew of entertainment recommendations this week! 'Agatha All Along' on Disney+ (Pam), Ali Wong's 'Single Lady' standup special on Netflix (Laura), and Mario Party Jamboree! (Andrew)
And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon and Apple Podcasts:
Pam can’t stop thinking about a Whole Foods Cake being emblematic of the state of the economy.
Why have so many fast food restaurants rolled back their introductions of alternative meat products? Laura can't enjoy Del Taco anymore!
Andrew will be rioting at his local Trader Joe's if they do away with his top favorites, so watch out TJs!
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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and real body image talk!
We're joined by special guests and fellow podcasters, Cristina and Dana of ‘The Millennial Body Image Project.’
We kick off our interview by getting to know Cristina, Dana, and the work they do as licensed nutritionists
While formally hosts of a nutrition based podcast, the ladies explain to us why they chose to rebrand into a show that solely centers on millennials and body image
Why is the millennial generation disproportionately affected by body image issues, and do millennial men and women deal with this issue differently?
Our guests reveal the biggest actors that impact negative or positive body image today (spoilers: it’s social media, plus a few other things you’ve likely heard about!)
Is it healthy to use Facetune or even TikTok filters to change the way you look? Our panelists’s answers might surprise you!
We wrap up the show by asking our expert guests to give us some important advice: how can we best support friends and family who might be dealing with body image issues?
Recommendations this week include: stocking up on holiday baking supples before the grocery stores raise the prices on you! (Pam) and get your Krabby Patty on by visiting a Krabby Patty Kollab location near you! (Andrew)
And in this week’s installment of After Dark, available on Patreon and Apple Podcasts:
Join Andrew and Pam for a mini Millennial sleepover where we’re giggling and gossiping about our past crushes!
We kick things off by reminiscing over our earliest grade school crushes from childhood
Have either of us ever had a crush on a teacher? Plus, we run through some of our most memorable fictional crushes.
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It's October, so you know what that means in a Presidential Election year - October Surprises!
We reflect on previous October surprises in 2020 and 2016 - oh for simpler times...
This week's ballot plug goes to.... THE BIG 7: 7 incumbent Senate Democrats really need to hold onto their seats, especially since Joe Manchin (D?-WV) is noping out of Congress. Split a donation between Ruben Gallego (AZ), Elissa Slotkin (MI), Jon Tester (MT), Jacky Rosen (NV), Sherrod Brown (OH), Bob Casey Jr. (PA), Tammy Baldwin (WI) at Swing Left.
Are the most prominent voices amongst toxic fandom figures just out for blood? Some in Hollywood think so.
Should there be limits on how much production companies are relying on fan input/focus groups?
Has fandom toxicity gotten worse over the years due to the internet and social media? We think so.
The slippery slope of fans thinking they know better than creators, and burning those creators when they don't match fan visions.
Our very own Pam has seen backlash from toxic fans just for reporting the NEWS.
This week's recommendations are a mix of altruism and comfort: Donating to support Hurricane Milton relief (Laura), Balatro on mobile (Andrew), and Snag Tights (Pam).
And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon and Apple Podcasts:
Come get cozy with us for what may be the most wholesome discussion to ever happen on this show!
Ok, be honest - as adults, do we still sleep with stuffed animals?
Each of us brings some special cuddly guests to introduce on the show - some have been in our lives since before we can remember!
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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and real DEBATE talk!
We're coming to you on the heels of the (most likely) final debate of the 2024 Presidential campaign. And we got served a decidedly... cordial debate performance. It's like we got in a time machine and transported to pre-Trump America.
Don't get it twisted: JD Vance did a very good job of seeming rational and reasonable, but his record is anything but.
Walz had more opportunity to play the attack dog, but Laura thinks with everything happening in the world right now, both campaigns may have been playing it safe with this debate.
Do debates actually move the needle anymore? Nah.
'Sometimes it's just the guns' SAY IT LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE BACK!
JD Vance is being forced to sound reasonable on abortion, but don't forget what he actually wants to do.
Need a break from politics? We've got you covered with this week's recommendations. 'Uzumaki' on Adult Swim/HBO Max (Laura), 'Nobody Wants This' on Netflix (Pam), and Andrew's PSAs: US passports can now be renewed online and the US government is once again offering free at home COVID tests.
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
HOTTOGO singer Chappell Roan has been in hot water over the last week over her both sidesism on the upcoming election.
Do celebrities have a responsibility to take sides in an election? Why did Chappell Roan feel the need to make any political statement without proper media training?
Why do we give some celebs a pass on speaking out politically, but demand it from others? And why do we care what they think?
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With the impending US Presidential election, we're doing some light coverage at the top of each episode: latest developments, voting tips and tricks, and spotlighting a down ballot candidate of the week: this week, we're featuring Sally Duvall, who is running for the Texas State House in Texas' 73rd district.
A new conversation is brewing about the use of trigger warnings, and it may not be about what you think: is the increased usage of trigger warnings potentially causing spoilers for viewers?
We get creative about the ways that streamers can address a) the need for trigger warnings and b) technology-driven solutions to prevent them from causing spoilers for general populations.
Matt Smith thinks an over reliance on trigger warnings has led to certain content being limited in the range of depth and topics it can explore - have we ever seen cases where we wondered why a trigger warning was needed?
Do we have Netflix's '13 Reasons Why' to blame for networks' inconsistent usage of trigger warnings to cover their butts?
While we're on the topic of trigger warnings and their impact of pop culture, we have to touch on the latest developments with Sean 'Diddy' Combs, who was arrested last Monday after being indicted on charges of racketeering and sex trafficking.
Pam gives us a history lesson on how Diddy led transforming the image of rap and hip hop in the 90s from the raw, truthful life stories represented by Biggie and Tupac to featuring more images of opulence and wealth.
Diddy's behavior is nothing new, but scrutiny of it reached a fever pitch after his former girlfriend, singer and model Cassie filed a lawsuit last November alleging patterns of assault and abuse.
Do we think justice will be served, in light of the recent developments in which rulings against Harvey Weinstein and Bill Cosby were overturned?
As always, we've got you covered with our week's best recommendations: 'Arcane' on Netflix (Laura), Footsouls (Converse insoles) (Pam), and 'Chimp Crazy' on Max (Andrew).
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
Surprise bitch! We're calling listeners again to ask unhinged questions, hold onto your butts!
We get a solid order of operations solution to a challenging FMK question. Bravo!
Mic drop: a subtle sign of a bad friend is someone who only shows up to have their needs met. BOOM!
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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and nothing but love for Taylor Swift, Haitian migrants, and geese.
Is your calendar the secret to fostering deeper friendships? The NYTimes (and Andrew) think so!
It seems simple enough - a standing coffee date, joining a sports league or a book club. But why do so many of us struggle to make these commitments?
We discuss some ways to make planning an event with a large group easier, like using a scheduling app for availability, instagram polls in DMs, or just making plans and inviting anyone who wants to come rather than trying to cater to a bunch of scheduling needs.
If so many of us are lonely, why do we struggle so much to make friend dates happen?
Laura has a Bumble BFF update for us, and a reminder that we should all be conscious of not wasting others' time!
Apparently for certain Gen Z'ers, 9/11 has become a popular internet meme. WHY?
People have been processing traumatic events with dark humor since the beginning of time, but why are these memes crossing a line?
We chat about how weird it is that people just a few years younger than us don't remember 9/11 - and it's probably why it's easier for some to be desensitized to it.
Do the annual memorials and replaying of the same footage over and over play a part in desensitizing us to the horrors of that day?
Read. the. room.
We've got some solid recommendations for y'all this week: Frank Turner's latest album 'Undefeated' (Laura), SpotHero (Pam), and Zero app (Andrew).
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
Time to judge each other on our morning routines (or lack thereof).
Andrew is not prioritizing enough time for HIMSELF in the mornings!
Pam has the most durable, instagram-worthy morning routine.
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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and real DEBATE talk!
Starting this week we're releasing video episodes on YouTube! Subscribe and watch us each week!
We're coming to you right after Tuesday night's Presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump and boy, was that a doozy.
It began with Kamala establishing dominance by forcing a handshake, and it all went downhill from there.
We kept a running list of the best and worst moments of the debate, but one of our favorite takeaways of the night was ABC's moderators fact checking Trump's lies on the spot. FINALLY!
In Trump dystopian fantasy world, undocumented migrants are taking over our cities and... eating peoples' pets?
Kamala really gets under the orange guy's skin by bringing his crowd sizes and engagement into question, and that's where he really starts to flip.
Trump used immigration as his pivot topic for... pretty much everything. FOX News called, they want their talking points back!
"Donald Trump was fired by 81 million people and he's having a hard time processing that."
How are we feeling about how things stand with the Presidential race post-debate? Kamala killed it, but Trump is playing a different game than traditional politics. Will this debate move the needle further out of his favor?
The next debate will be between Tim Walz and JD Vance on Tuesday 10/1, so we'll see you for more debate coverage soon!
This week's recommendations: get your updated flu and covid shots if eligible (Laura), Trader Joe's Pumpkin Spice cold brew concentrate (Pam), and Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, the card game (Andrew).
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
Let's talk strategies to be safe and sane for the rest of the election season. How will we be voting - in person, or absentee?
Let's recap where we were when the election was called for Biden in 2020, and make predictions about how long it will take to get results this time.
Is it worth it to pay much attention to the media and polling?
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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and real relaxed end of summer talk!
Check out last week's LIVE episode recorded at Podcast Movement in Washington DC!
Time is running out: if you want to receive this year's physical gift (The 'M-Word Cloud' t-shirt), sign up at the BAE level or higher by September 6th.
"Instead of crying in the club, I cry in the gym now." How Kamala Harris's DNC speech got us even MORE hype for her candidacy (is that even possible??)
We said we're doing an easy end of the summer show and we meant it: this week, we're grabbing some of our favorite askreddit questions and posing them to each other and our Patrons!
"What is the adult version of finding out Santa isn't real?" "Not getting a tax refund because you're claimed as a dependent by someone else."
We'll be bookmarking this episode to look back on in 10 years to see if our future goals pay off!
Let's get petty and talk about our pettiest of pet peeves!
We're all haunted by cringe memories that our asshole brains like to bring up, what are ours?
What superstitions do we believe in/adhere to? "If you saw something, no you didn't."
Small but mighty recommendations list this week: the Haus Labs Glassy Blush Balm Stick (which doubles as a lip balm!) (Laura) and 'Degrees of Engagement' by Jennifer Hennessy (plus our What the Hype?! Smut episode where Jennifer guest-hosted with us!) (Pam).
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
F*ck it, Pam and Laura haven't had time to catch up in a bit, let's do it live!
Somehow we begin this conversation with bloodwork and mammograms, and end with talking about that sweet, sweet herb that is shaking ballot boxes around the country.
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Andrew and Laura are together IN PERSON in this special episode of #Millennial! We podcast from our hotel room in Washington DC with our longtime friends Micah and Eric (What is this, 2006?)! Topics include:
Micah gives us a live review of our Micah Chair!
Laura is in favor of bullying?
We share our thoughts on the Democratic National Convention thus far
Everyone feels hope for the first time in a while
Andrew tests the acoustics of the Gaylord Washington DC's massive atrium
Eric has some big news to share with our audience
The impact that the fandom has had on our lives
Andrew helps Laura set up her Bumble BFF profile, but she's noticing one thing on friend profiles that she's not cool with.
Micah can't believe the Hawk Tuah girl threw out the first pitch at a Mets game.
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Welcome to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and real talk - But very demure, mind you.
Don't forget to subscribe at the $10 tier at our Patreon to get this year's physical gift, the M Word Cloud T-shirt! Sign up by September 6th.
Listener Mariann sends some encouraging feedback to another listener we spoke to in After Dark last week, and reveals a heartwarming connection to Laura.
Trump has finally agreed to the September 10th ABC debate with Kamala Harris (mainly because he kinda has to).
Google has been found to have an illegal monopoly on search functionality as the result of a case filed by the Trump administration.Is regulating Big Tech the one thing that can bridge the ideological divide?
According to this ruling, one of the many ways Google has cornered the market on search is by paying Apple $20 billion yearly to be the default search engine on iPhones.
Could this ruling lead to a breakup of Alphabet Inc., Google's parent company?
Is the government equipped to keep up with regulating quickly evolving technology?
Speaking of tech, Andrew has a bone to pick with people who complain about Elon, but continue to maintain their Twitter platforms.
Is Twitter muscle memory when trying to get quick reactions out there? Why won't Laura just succumb to Threads?!
Speaking of Elon, he isn't the only high-profile person who continues to double down on terrible takes: JK Rowling made headlines during the Olympics for spreading misinfo about Algerian boxer Imane Khelif's gender identity. Subsequently, both JK and Elon were named in a cyberbullying lawsuit Khelif filed in France.
Where do we draw the line with personally cancelling famous people and platforms?
We've got only the best recommendations lined up for y'all, as always: Amazon Prime's 'I Am: Celine DIon,' which follows Celine's battle with stiff person syndrome (Andrew), Laura and Pam's D23 recap and reaction on What The Hype?! (Laura), and the Halo Bolt for all your portable car jump starter and power banking needs (Pam).
And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon and Apple Podcasts:
Inspired by TikTok user bran_flakezz, we ask ourselves: "what is a friendship lesson that you've had to learn the hard way as an adult?"
What really resonates with our panel? People who gossip to you are also probably gossiping ABOUT you!
We share our own lessons learned, along with anecdotes about the times when we've either had to let friendships go, or reset our expectations and boundaries with them.
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Welcome back to #Millennial, the home of pretend adulting and real talk!
Ready to see the 2024 physical gift for BAE+ Patrons? Look no further than the M-Word Cloud Shirt! Become a $10+ Patron by 9/6/24 to be eligible to receive this gift!
Introducing Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' running mate and Democratic Vice Presidential candidate! Let the battle of the midwestern VP candidates commence!
And honestly, there is no fight to be had here: JD Vance continues to flounder and create headaches for the Trump campaign, while the Democratic base is more energized than ever over our ticket!
Is it problematic to refer to Vice President Harris as simply Kamala? A listener perspective.
Bet you couldn't have guessed that the most popular streaming app isn't Netflix, MAX, or Disney+ but... Tubi!
The free streaming alternative has seen a 46% increase in viewership from a year ago, edging out even Disney+'s viewership.
Amidst all other major streamers continuing to announce price increases, Tubi features movies and channels dedicated to popular genres and TV shows. Since it's ad-supported, Tubi has been able to remain a free service. Laura is a pessimist and doesn't think it'll last.
We share some of our favorite hacks to save on home entertainment through bundling, threatening to cancel to take advantage of win back offers, and family plans.
One of the latest collectors items? Popcorn buckets! And it's not just because of that sexual 'Dune' Sandworm bucket.
People collect these tie-in novelties for the same reasons anyone collects anything - the nostalgia and exclusivity!
But serious question because some of us live in small spaces: what do you do when you run out of room to display them?
Save some money and your peace with this week's recommendations: NameCheap for domains (Andrew), Journaling at night to clear your head (Laura), and 'Big Mood' on Tubi (Pam).
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
Surprise Bitch is back, and we're ready to pepper you with some new questions because we're nosy about y'all's lives. Also Andrew really comes with the tear-jerker questions - we promise we'll tag him back with some of these. ;)
Getting through the rest of the year one day at a time is such a MOOD!
We hear tips, tricks, and good advice a fair bit, but tell us about the WORST advice you've ever gotten.
"...hello? OH SHIT!"
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Who will Kamala pick as her VP? We want Mayor Pete, but we're not sure if he'll make the cut (this time).
VP candidate and couch aficionado J.D. Vance lashed out at childless cat ladies - he has no idea what he's done!
As childless (dog) ladies ourselves, we feel seen by this report from Pew that shows 57% of people under 50 who aren't having kids cite "just not wanting to" as their primary reason.
Do you need to have biological children to give a damn about the future of your country and the world? How is Andrew supposed to touch all that grass if he didn't care about conservation?
Falling birth rates globally is breeding a pronatalism movement, wherein some are looking to incentivize having children.
We're happy to be the cool aunties/uncle and continue growing our fur baby collections. But we can still love and care about the future of the children in our lives!
Is Spotify forcing users to listen to Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso”? Some users (including on our panel) feel like they simply cannot escape Espresso.
Many people with this concern believe that Carpenter's label is paying Spotify to "force feed" Espresso to listeners around the world. But why? The song is already regarded as a bop, and has been doing well since it dropped this spring.
Sabrina Carpenter isn't alone though, a similar trend has emerged with Chappell Roan's "Good Luck, Babe!" and Tommy Richman's "Million Dollar Baby."
Does this simply boil down to Spotify's algorithm not being as good as it once was?
This week's recommendations will entertain and make your heart full: The Chameleon (Andrew), Inkless Ink Pads for taking impressions of your fur baby's paw prints (Laura), and "My Lady Jane" on Amazon Prime (Pam).
And in this week's installment of After Dark:
It's a roll call special! We're not leading with any agenda besides the things we want to bitch about today.
What is the point of having a smart doorbell if people will continue knocking instead of using it and taking the message that if we're not answering, we don't want to?
We have a bone to pick with Yelp and the INJUSTICE it has done!
What are some of our best door-to-door solicitor stories?
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