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We recorded this latest installment on International Women's Day, and we kick off the show with a reminder of the importance of intersectional feminism. #Millennial has new artwork, courtesy of Emily Kardamis! What's that thing on the table?? We're (finally) going to be seeing an additional round of stimulus checks, but fewer people will receive them this time. Special thanks to listener Michelle for providing resources about the increase in hate crimes towards AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) Americans. Advocacy group Stop AAPI Hate has documented 2,800 cases of anti-Asian hate instances over the course of the pandemic. Read their press release here. Why is there such a gap between the FBI's reporting and the amount of hate-based discrimination experienced? Our WandaVision review is spoiler-free, but Laura recommends re-watching Doctor Strange if you're feeling confused. Tfw when you sit down for the new Tom & Jerry movie on HBO Max, but get part 1 of Zack Snyder's 'Justice League' instead. Oops. We react to Harry and Meghan's bombshell interview with Oprah, but we're not shocked that institutions of royalty are racist af. Who's really running the show, and shouldn't the buck stop with the Queen? BAE supporter Kayla joins us to raise the issue of internet accessibility for rural populations in the United States. Since internet is classified as a utility, shouldn't we treat it like one? Laura tries to find common threads to connect recommendations, but who are we kidding? We're all over the place this week: Buy AppleCare (Andrew), Lipslut.com (Laura),‘Billie Eilish: The World’s A Little Blurry’ on Apple TV+ (Pam), and magsafe PopSocket adaptors for your new Magsafe compatible iPhones (Kayla). This week's episode is sponsored by Stamps.com (https://www.stamps.com and enter promo code MILL for a 4-week FREE trial plus free postage and a digital scale). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: We've got more group interview questions! Do we think the internet has been more positive or negative for humanity? "What is your favorite smell?" elicits some.... debatable answers (gasoline, cigarette smoke?). What is that warm, homey smell we notice on people sometimes? Would we ever say anything? We reminisce about the adventure time we had as kids exploring our worlds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we discovered each of us has a catch-phrase?! Listen to find out what they are! Is tipping culture out of control? How do we handle situations where it's unclear whether tipping is appropriate? Andrew shares a recent story. With Johnson & Johnson's vaccine receiving emergency FDA approval, conversations abound about vaccine preferences. Do we have one? Andrew considers a pilgrimage to Gila County, Arizona for a shot at the vaccine. San Diego Comic Con has already canceled its in-person July convention, but will host an in-person event in November. Will we be over the trauma of mandated isolation by then? Laura issues a Cuomo correction, but Gov. Cuomo is still in some shit. A Georgia Tale: Battleground State, Voter Suppression Fuckery. We detail how Georgia Republicans have been for expanding easy access to voting, until they decided they didn't like the way people were voting. A new Equality Act has passed the U.S. House of Representatives, and would enshrine nondiscrimination practices into law for sexual orientation and gender identity (no one tell #jkr). United States Postal Service vehicles are getting an upgrade, prompting many to wonder: are they derpy or cute? Paramount+ has unveiled its upcoming slate of programs... and they. are. all. revivals. or. spinoffs. Pam reminds us that progress can be frustratingly slow in light of the 2021 Golden Globes. Lady Gaga's dog walker might need a raise after being shot when defending her pups from a dog napper. Do we think the thief knew they were Gaga's dogs? We're all over the board with this week's recommendations: Toaster oven air fryers (Andrew), HBO's 'Allen v Farrow' (Laura), and 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom' (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by ThirdLove (https://www.thirdlove.com/MILLENNIAL for 20% off your first purchase), Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/mill for your new favorite flats), and Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com and enter code MILL for $100 off your first month). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors. And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: Surprise Bitch! victim and epidemiologist Elizabeth graciously answers our most burning questions about the COVID-19 vaccines. Pam wants this group of friends to learn more about each other, and she's ready with questions! What did we imagine being 30+ years old would be like? Could we even picture it? What's our code behind having (or not having) tattoos? ...and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's a phrase people say all the time that you hate? We "did a thing" and got feedback LIVE on air! And friend of the show Shane brings some Los Angeles sunshine to the panel this week! It's happening again: people continue to cause destruction by celebrating their unborn babies' genitals via explosion. Do we wish ill on anyone? No. Do we care that Rush Limbaugh died? Also no. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is under fire after the state Attorney General released a report indicating that Cuomo's office underreported the number of COVID-related nursing home deaths. Can we sympathize with his position? Winter Storm Uri has devastated much of the southern and middle United States. Particularly in Texas, where the power grid has been deregulated for two decades because dErEGuLaTiOn MeAnS fREedOm. As if the human and infrastructure toll wasn't bad enough, consumers are now having to fight power bills for tens of thousands of dollars. Flyin' Cruz, Cancun Cruz, Fled Cruz: how many names can we come up with for a Senator for abandoning his state in the middle of a crisis? Meanwhile, AOC and Beto O'Rourke have picked up the slack for Ted to show Texans what real leadership looks like. Remember, Texas: y'all can vote this fucker out in 2024. Dolly Parton says "thanks, but no thanks" to a Tennessee state Capitol proposal for a statue of her likeness. Do we allow smartphone apps to track us? We don't think so... but maybe, kinda sorta. Can we just get a villain origin story that doesn't try to humanize the villain for once? Clubhouse: what we like, what we're confused about, and whether or not you're missing out by not having early access. We've got a little bit of everything in this week's recommendations: Follow @NASAPersevere for the adventures of a real-life Wall-E (Andrew), Gino's pizza in Atlanta (Laura), Silicone popcorn poppers (Pam), and 'The Warmth of Other Suns' by Isabel Wilkerson (Shane). And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: What the hell did Armie Hammer do, and how does it relate to online dating? Will someone this rich and connected actually face consequences for his actions? We cover some of our Patrons' cringiest online dating stories, and they remind us of a few of our own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A polar vortex has struck the southern United States and skinny jeans are out. The gang reacts to the fashion trends Gen Z says make us "old." 😂 Pam is thankful to all the fast food joints for reminding her it's almost Lent with their fish alternatives. We ask our Discord community: what is something you've done that you recommend everyone add to their bucket list? (Thanks Idea Guy!) The perks of traveling and exploring alone. Ahhhhh... Be sure to check out our latest BREAKING NEWS installment for our immediate reactions to the impeachment trial acquittal over the weekend. What is the future of the Republican party? Will they split, or fall into line? A Utah school told parents they could opt their kids out of their Black History Month curriculum, prompting us to examine our own schooling experiences on this topic. Vaccine tourism is ramping up with tens of thousands crossing state lines to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Would we do the same? This week in canceled: Joss Whedon and Gina Carano being held accountable for their patterns of toxic behavior. Taylor Swift is kicking off her massive re-recording project with "Taylor's Version" of 'Fearless!' We've got a little bit of everything for this week's recommendations: 'Barb and Star Go to Vista del Mar' (Andrew), The Last of Us's 'Left Behind' downloadable content (Laura), and Rodgers & Hammerstein's 'Cinderella' on Disney+ (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Honey -- our only sponsor who will always SAVE you money! Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: What's the worst piece of advice you've ever gotten? We've got some doozies! "Accept less money or your husband will feel emasculated" excuse me wut? Pam and Laura remember all the times a well-meaning adult told them boys were mean to them because of a crush. How poor self-esteem can translate to some pretty terrible advice giving. A "gay" handshake. Wtf? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did we all watch the Super Bowl? You know we didn't. But did we have some thirsty moments with those commercials? You know we did. 👀 Laura prepares to ask Elon Musk if she can pay for a trip to Mars with Dogecoin. COVID cases have been steadily trending down - what do we make of this development? Trump's second impeachment trial begins TODAY. Are we subjecting ourselves to the political theater? Democrats are split on the subject of means testing for the next round of stimulus payments, and we call BS on lowering the qualifying income thresholds. Smartmatic has filed a $2.7 billion lawsuit against FOX News for spreading misinformation and lies about the 2020 election outcome. Are we surprised that celebrities and the uber wealthy are finding ways to cut the vaccine line? Multiple Gamestop stock projects are in the works, including at HBO. Why do we need another show about something we're actively living? Olivia Wilde has a "no assholes" policy as a director, which appears to have led to the firing of Shia Lebouf last fall. What other toxic workplace trends can Hollywood work to create accountability for? Some California lawmakers really want Disneyland to reopen, and we have mixed feelings as a panel. This week's recommendations will make you feel good: Super Mario 3D World (Andrew), Generation G lipstick by Glossier (Laura), and 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist' (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com and enter code MILL for $100 off your first month) and EveryPlate (https://www.everyplate.com and enter code MILL199 to get started at $1.99 per meal plus 20% off two weeks). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: We review the New York Times documentary "Framing Britney Spears." It's tragic to consider all the mixed signals being sent Britney's way when she was a literal minor, especially considering it doesn't seem she was adequately protected. Do we believe Britney wants out of her conservatorship? What do we make of the representation of the #FreeBritney movement? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back-to-back with Micah appearances on #Millennial - he had more to say, so we're here to listen! Kicking off Black History Month right, Stacey Abrams has been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize! Who thought we'd ever regret not investing in GameStop? Professor Micah oversees our bastardized explanation of what happened with the stock market last week, and we share our thoughts on responsible investment. Micah sticks to trading on the stalk market in Animal Crossing, and Laura bet a few dollars on Dogecoin. We unpack an unpopular student loan forgiveness opinion from the Confessional, and a multifaceted conversation ensues about how complicated this issue is. Are federal student loans representative of predatory lending by the government? How has our relationship with politics changed over the last few years? We're more critical, more locally focused, and setting more boundaries with our consumption of cable news. Netflix is bringing a "shuffle play" feature to life in early 2021, which will allow streamers to opt into a shuffle cycle of content that Netflix deems relevant to us based on our watch history. Even though the shuffle option will allow you to skip items you're not feeling, how much confidence do we have in Netflix's recommendations algorithm? Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett have recorded a new album, but will also be featured in a documentary about Bennett's struggle with Alzheimer's. Our recommendations are all over the place this week: Pick up your dog's shit (Andrew), 'Anything for Selena' (Pam), Laura and Marc's WandaVision Q&A (Laura), and 'The Alchemyst: The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel' (Micah). This week's episode is sponsored by LoveBook (https://www.lovebookonline.com/mill for 20% off), ThirdLove (https://www.thirdlove.com/MILLENNIAL for 20% off), and Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/mill). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: What is making New Year's resolutions feel so difficult this year? We revisit 2020's resolutions, and how they went off the rails. Is being a professional pothead a bad thing? Laura's certainly drinking less booze. Micah provides some great tips to stay motivated and hold ourselves accountable. Somehow we go on a tangent about Oat Milk. NO IDEA WHY! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back, Micah! Last time you were on, the pandemic was bad. This time... it's still really bad. Biden week 1 scandals: wears a rolex, has a Peloton, didn't wear a mask at a family-only event... when will the tan suit scandal hit? PSA: Don't feed your dog grain-free food. Andrew laments the parental advice that got him here, and recommends further reading from the American Kennel Club and DogFoodAdvisor.com to make sure your pup is on a healthy diet. Laura and her neighbors are fighting a potential gas station development across the street, but Andrew thinks Laura would love a view of Chevron out her bedroom window. Here we go again: House managers delivered an article of impeachment to the Senate, where the second impeachment trial of Donald Trump will happen in the next couple of weeks. President Biden has been busy signing executive orders, including substantive protections for DACA recipients and reversing Trump's transgender ban in the military. Mitch, you're in no position to strongarm anyone. An hour after we finished recording this episode, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer gave us exactly the kind of response we wanted to see to McConnell's continued demands to protect the filibuster. Laura's Rage of the Week: Africa may not receive widespread COVID vaccinations until 2022 or later. Misinformation about election fraud has reportedly dropped 73% on Twitter since Trump was banned. What other avenues do we foresee the orange menace pursuing to keep his brand alive? With a slew of movies being delayed again, we wonder if we'll ever feel comfortable sitting in a movie theater again. Micah fills us in on the upcoming Game of Thrones spinoff series, Tales of Dunk & Egg. A Harry Potter series is reportedly in the early stages of development at HBO Max. We'd love to be excited, but can't ignore the bigoted elephant in the room. #JKR It's all entertainment recommendations this week: Rocket League (Andrew), The Forest (Laura), and 'Ripper Street' (Micah). This week's episode is sponsored by LoveBook (https://www.lovebookonline.com/MILL for 20% off). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors. And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: MuggleSuck AMA, Micah edition. It's our first time getting Micah's perspective on the early days of working on a prominent fansite, and the tea is hot. How did we handle working for a business where the adults in power didn't have our best interests in mind? Andrew reveals new information that has Laura and Micah wide-eyed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The second week of 2021 wasn't... as bad? Maybe? The Bumble scandal: Andrew believes his photo was stolen to make an imposter account. (Little does he know...) CELEBRATE: your federal student loans will not go into repayment at the end of the month! What's in Biden's $1.9 trillion covid relief package? We go over the deets, and Laura complains about the Democratic infighting already happening. Not content with the amount of whataboutism that's happened so far this year, Rep. Ken Buck (R-CO) compared inflammatory comments by Robert De Niro, Kathy Griffin, and Madonna to the actual armed insurrection perpetuated by Trumpian, white supremacist terrorists. WTF News makes its 2021 debut: the Trump admin lied about having vaccines in reserve, taxpayers have been paying $3,000 a month for Javanka to refuse use of bathroom facilities to their Secret Service detail, women on Bumble have been conservative catfishing to identify and turn in insurrectionists, and members of Congress may have lead "reconnaissance tours" in the days before the attack on the Capitol. Who should become the new, permanent host of Jeopardy? Andrew has opinions. We've got some spoiler-free thoughts on the first two episodes of WandaVision - all is not as it seems! How could Marvel Studios bring Chris Evans back for more Captain America without it seeming like a cash grab? We've got all the entertainment you'll need in this week's recommendations: 'Promising Young Woman' (Andrew), backyard.co (Pam), and Hunt a Killer (Laura). This week's episode is sponsored by Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com, enter code MILL for $100 off your first month), LoveBook (https://www.lovebookonline.com/MILL for 20% off), and Honey (https://www.joinhoney.com/MILL to join Honey FREE). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: We dive into a new study at Pew Research Center, which looks at the current state of online harassment. With most U.S. Americans saying social media companies are doing a poor job moderating bullying on their platforms, what changes do we think might help? We share the online harassment we've seen first hand, but also turn the scipt on ourselves: is it possible we've ever bullied someone online? Patrons sound off and share their own stories, proving that social media is, indeed, a dumpster fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back! 2021 is already a wash, so we'll see you next year. Kidding... kind of. Over the last couple of weeks, 2020 was put behind us, the internet fell in love with Bridgerton, Trump successfully found voter fraud (his own), Georgia got the redemption arc it deserves, and we came close to a coup. #America Laura finally listened to Folklore and Evermore, Pam finally met her niece, and Andrew heard some of the latest MAGA conspiracy theories. A Confessional writer asks if they should care that they burned bridges with their friend's racist husband. NOPE. We revisit the attack by white supremacist terrorists on our nation's Capitol in light of new details. To hear our initial reactions when the story was breaking, click here. As if the scene wasn't horrifying enough, recent details indicate that the Capitol was intentionally under-protected, and some members of law enforcement participated in the attack. How should the Biden administration and 117th Congress respond to this act of domestic terror? For the "facts don't care about your feelings" crowd: the 1st amendment doesn't protect you from Twitter showing you the door. Byeeeeee! 1C? 2A? 1DK? Where are we in line for the vaccine? A Lucasfilm exec mocked a Star Wars fan's emotional reaction to the season 2 finale of The Mandalorian. In other news, why does this guy work for LucasFilm? Everything is fake: some of those fancy book collections you've seen in people's at-home set ups are professionally curated to give the appearance of snobbish intellectualism. How much is your favorite comfort TV show worth to you? Some are spending hundreds a year to keep watching The Office on Peacock. This week's recommendations will keep you entertained while you isolate at home from the pandemic and the cult of Trump: Celebrity Wheel of Fortune (Andrew), Supermassive Games' 'Little Hope' (Laura), and Disney's 'Soul' (Pam). This week's show is sponsored by LoveBook (https://www.lovebookonline.com/MILL for 20% off), ThirdLove (https://www.thirdlove.com/MILLENNIAL for 20% off your first purchase), and Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/mill for your new favorite shoes and handbags). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: Surprise Bitch! victim Elise fills us in on what it's like to explain to Gen Zers that podcasts were not cool with the youngs back in the day. Speaking of Gen Z, let's be those old people who have fun with TikTok trends: What is a video that lives in our heads rent free? What is a piece of information it feels illegal to know? Where are our high school bullies now? ...and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the season 6 finale of #Millennial, and you know what that means! Secret Santa, a year in review, and a look ahead to 2021. Andrew reminds us that each year has been worse than the one that preceeded it, so... buckle up. Laura recounts the experience of her self-administered COVID-19 test and does not recommend. We used Cameo for this year's Secret Santa exchange and the results are GOLD. New #Millennial tradition? A #Millennial Year In Review: all the shit you remember, plus a few surprise reminders of things that did happen this year, even though they feel like a million years ago. We each make one 2021 prediction, and we're (mostly) optimistic in our forcasting. In our final Joementum update of 2020, Newsmax doesn't want to be sued, Laura complains about the lack of focus on Russian cyberattacks, Pence's "Guardians," and please for the love of God vote in the January 5th runoff if you're registered to vote in Georgia! Pence got penetrated by the COVID vaccine on camera. Did he get Mother's permission? "Happy Holidays! Here's $600 for the last 8 months of misery, go get yourself something nice." -Congressional Republicans Want to get your 2020 feelings out? Join us and yell into the Icelandic wilderness here. This week's recommendations are winter coziness with a side of murder: The Comfy (Andrew), treating yourself (Laura), weighted blankets (Pam), and HBO's "Murder on Middle Beach" (Jule). This week's episode is sponsored by LoveBook (https://www.LoveBookOnline.com/MILL for 20% off), Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/mill), and Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com and enter promo code MILL for $100 off your first month). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available exclusively on Patreon: Burn motherfucker, BURN! We light a fire and metaphorically cast every shitty thing from 2020 into the flames. Patrons contributed their own submissions, so we burn those too for a cathartic look back at the litany of suck that was this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After six agonizing weeks, the election is finally over. We don't expect Orange Julius to admit it though, so let's gather 'round for some catharsis as we near the end of this dumpster fire of a year. Taylor Swift 2020 album releases: 2 -- Government stimulus checks: 1(?) 😭 Andrew and Pat are baking cookies for Pam and Laura, but they'll need to play a little game when they eat them. Last week's BAE guest Kailey raises an excellent point for allies to remember about protecting trans folks' privacy. Google That Shit: End of Year Edition. (Everything is a TikTok trend.) Following a week of rumors, Attorney General Bill Barr has announced he's leaving his Trump Administration post. Does he think if he leaves before the end he can get the stink off himself? SCOTUS rejected Texas' attempt to subvert election results in swing states, and we welcome the new states of New California and New Nevada to the union. 🙃 Georgia voters: early voting for the Senate runoffs is open NOW! Find your early voting location or monitor your absentee ballot status here. The FDA approved emergency authorization of the Pfizer-BioNTech covid-19 vaccination!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We all have major vaccine FOMO. Can we have the vaccine for Christmas, please? Reboots and revivals: do we love them, or are we burned out on them? What can we do to support original storytelling and get studios off the bandwagon of regurgitating the same ideas over and over? Marc is back to school us on the Game Awards and Marvel's multiverse! Indie game developers have had a good year, and are getting more recognition than ever. It comes down to accessibility and how addictive a game is. We've got some recommendations to keep you busy over your holiday break: Hulu's "Happiest Season" (Andrew), HBO's "The Vow" (Laura), Netflix's "Dash & Lily" (Pam), and playing an indie game like Among Us, Hades, or Phasmophobia (Marc). This week's episode is sponsored by Stamps.com (https://www.stamps.com and enter promo code MILL for for a 4-week free trial PLUS free postage and a digital scale), Honey (https://www.joinhoney.com/MILL to join Honey for FREE), and LoveBook (https://www.LoveBookOnline.com/MILL for 20% off). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available at Patreon.com/Millennial: I Have An Amazing Opportunity For You, But First You Need To Leave Your MLM Cult! What to say to a friend to make them realize they're part of a pyramid scheme. A Confessional writer is hoping their relationship ends, and we've got some advice. The NYPost needs to be shot into the sun for doxxing a paramedic for her OnlyFans account. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back and over the turkey hangover, and boy, has a lot happened while we've been off! Andrew makes his case for why sharing a Spotify account is a bad idea. For once, they can't blame millennials for killing an industry: Warner Bros. has announced all of its 2021 releases will debut on HBO Max to coincide with their theatrical release dates. Elliot Page announced that he is trans in a heartfelt letter shared on his social media. We're so proud of and happy for Elliot! Pam and Laura give their spoiler-free take on Netflix's Selena: The Series as lifelong fans of the late Tejana star. In Joementum 2021 and sad Trump attempts to steal the election, more bad news for the Trumpster: Attorney General Bill Barr says there's no evidence to overturn the result of the election, AND he's considering stepping down soon. Sad! Georgia, you can request your absentee ballot here, and early voting for the Senate runoff begins on December 14th! History has its eye on us, so let's flip this bish! Rudy Giuliani picked up a drunk Karen when he realized they needed a start witness at a Michigan oversight hearing, and somewhere along the way also picked up Miss Rona. We find out where we might find ourselves in line for the vaccine, which several states are beginning to roll out in mid-December. Letitia Wright deleted her social media after sharing a video containing misinformation about COVID-19, as well as transphobic and climate denier viewpoints. Was she really "using her brain?" The Number is back, and it's another Pew Research edition! What percentages of U.S. Americans would get the coronavirus vaccine if it were available today? $200 sex toys - a responsible investment? Do we feel old yet? What businesses do we remember from our youth that are no more? This week's BAE guest Kailey joins us to talk side hustles and the ever-elusive work/life balance! Need to unwind or get some retail therapy? We've got you with this week's recommendations: 'Bad Moms Christmas' (Andrew), Floor & Decor (Laura), Sephora's perfume sampler (Pam), and Created By Megan Elaine on Etsy (Kailey). This week's episode is sponsored by Hempbombs (https://www.hempbombs.com/rewards and enter promo code MILLRADIO for 30% off), Cratejoy (https://www.cratejoy.com/mill for 30% off your first box and shop Cratejoy's holiday specials), and Framebridge (https://www.framebridge.com and enter promo code MILLENNIAL for 15% off your first order). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on our Patreon: Here comes the Thanksgiving drama: divorced parents and a family member struggling with acceptance. A scientist has told us Airbnbs are relatively low risk, so we're packing our bags! A discussion on impactful pop culture moments takes us down memory lane. Who still has all their beanie babies?! Anyone still laughing at those teachers who wouldn't let us research school projects using the internet? Look who's laughing now, Mrs. Roberts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just in time for Thanksgiving: Twitter launches FLEETS, Rudy Giuliani melts on live television, and Barack Obama's A Promised Land drops. Taboo word of the week is back! This week's taboo word: Biden. How are we all handling Thanksgiving this year? While the panel tries to plan a safe and enjoyable holiday, we're 👀 at the people who are having large family celebrations. We predict that the closest thing we'll ever get to a concession from Trump is this tweet. What does it mean if the President kinda concedes, but recounts and court challenges are still happening? Trump really is tired of winning: not content with losing Georgia twice, he is requesting a third recount after the state certified its results last Friday. Don't fuck with Detroit: the tale of how a gridlock to certify Wayne County's election results turned into a Zoombombing good time. In happy news, Dr. Fauci confirms that Santa is immune to coronavirus, and can still make the rounds this year! Vaccine check in - are we still feeling cautiously optimistic? Laura's rage of the week: 80% of inmates in Texas county jails who died of coronavirus had not yet been convicted of a crime, and were in jail simply because they couldn't afford bail. What to say to people who say you're being "too safe" right now: Laura wants to say "fuck 'em," but Huffington Post has some (perhaps) more helpful recommendations. Pam reports that some California counties are now on mandatory curfew, prompting us to wonder if covid only comes out after 10 PM? Universal has struck a deal with some major theatrical chains to shorten the theatrical exclusivity window, a win for everyone who prefers watching new movies from the comfort of home. This week's recommendations will keep your feeds clean, your liver busy, and your Christmas lights simple: Tweetbot (Andrew), Gingerbread Murder Scene stout by Pontoon Brewing (Laura), and smart plugs (Pam). This week's episode of #Millennial is sponsored by Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/mill), EliteMD CBD (https://www.elitemdcbd.com/sleep and enter code REAL20 at checkout for 20% off plus free shipping), and LoveBook (https://www.lovebookonline.com/MILL for 20% off). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: Surprise Bitch! victim Natalie fills us in on new parenthood during the pandemic, as well as what it's like to live in a state where it seems like the Governor wants everyone to die. Becky reaches out to assuage Laura's fears about potentially getting away to an Airbnb for a change in scenery. Laura is still very paranoid. In preparation for Thanksgiving, we share some of the cringiest stories from around the web about other peoples' dysfunctional family gatherings. May this help prepare you for seeing your own family. Andrew reveals his dad's most haunting moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we slowly transition away from needing to worry about what the President is tweeting every day, we've got a mixed bag of stories for you this week! Our "Greetings from 2020" shirts have begun hitting BAE Patrons' mailboxes, and they look great! Share a pic of your shirt on social using #Greetingsfrom2020. RIP Trump Voter Fraud hotline, we wished you'd lived to see another day of trolling. 😢 Wonder Woman 1984 has Warner Bros. wondering how best to safely release a film that has already seen release delays due to covid. As we approach the holiday season, what to do about gift giving is on our minds. We want everyone to know it's TOTALLY OKAY to skip the presents this year. Andrew launches a new segment: Tragic Female Singer Contracts Updates™. Netflix is currently testing its new "Direct" feature in France, which would give customers the ability to view Netflix's library in a traditional, cable channel-like format. We're retiring Trumpster Fire 2020 and replacing it with JOEMENTUM 2021. Cue triumphant new music soundbed. Contrary to the fantasy going on in Donald Trump's head, Joe Biden still beat him in both the popular vote and the Electoral College. Arizona and Georgia showed up to the party late, but they can stay! Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger has been receiving pressure from prominent Republicans to... cheat the Georgia recount. An Aussie listener is perplexed by the amount of infighting in the United States, but we just can't be cordial with white supremacists. In this week's Rona Roundup, we ask if we might be... "rounding the rona?" Dr. Fauci thinks widespread access to the vaccine is possible by April 2021, which means by summer we can (maybe) all touch each other again! There's no common thread between this week's recommendations, so just humor us: DeleteMe (Andrew), 'The Crown' season 4 (Laura), and coffee mug warmers (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Hempbombs (https://www.hempbombs.com/rewards to join their rewards program and enter code MILLRADIO for 30% off at checkout) and Cratejoy (https://www.cratejoy.com/mill to get 30% off your first box and early access to all of Cratejoy's holiday specials). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark: "It rubs the sanitizer on its skin or else it gets phase 1 again." Are we preparing for more lockdowns? Because the US is... the way it is, depending on where you live in the country, you may or may not see another lockdown. What did we learn from earlier this year that might make hunkering down a little easier this time? Is it a relatively safe option to book an Airbnb for a weekend change of scenery? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CEEEEELEBRATE GOOD TIMES... COME ON! It's been a long four years and a long election week, but we are finally here! Join us for our post-election analysis and rejoicing! It started with a red mirage... and ended with a very blue assist from mail-in ballots. How did we react to Saturday's news? Celebratory screaming and... napping? STOP. THE. COUNT. but also COUNT. THE. VOTES. Thank you to all the election workers who put themselves at risk to make sure all of our votes were counted! Trump and the GOP are still refusing to acknowledge the outcome of the election, and multiple legal avenues are being considered by Bunker Bitch to fight the will of the people. We prank call Trump's voter fraud reporting hotline. We owe a debt of gratitude to people of color, PARTICULARLY BLACK WOMEN! Millennials were disappointing in 2016, and not much better in 2020. Thankfully, Gen Z turned out to show us how it's done. Another highlight: Laura's home state of Georiga flipped BLUE! Now, it's onto Georgia's January 5th runoff, which will determine who controls the Senate. To learn more about the Democratic challenegers, check out their websites: Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff. The Biden/Harris team is already jumping into doing the work their predescessor won't do. Proposition 22 passed in California, meaning that app-based transporation and delivery companies do not need to provide standard benefits to their drivers. How might this impact the rest of the country? Pfizer confirms that their vaccine has an effectiveness rate of 90%. NOW POKE US! Andrew got his first ever COVID test, and didn't cry like a baby. Thank you for decades of entertainment, Alex Trebek. Rest easy. Care for your body and soul as we decompress from this long-ass election week: Perfect Bars (Andrew), Amazon Prime's 'Truth Seekers' (Laura), and O'Keefe's working hands lotion. This week's episode is sponsored by EliteMD CBD (https://www.elitemdcbd.com/sleep and enter offer code REAL20 for 20% plus free shipping), Barefoot Scientists (https://www.barefootscientist.com and enter code mil for for 20% off plus free shipping), and Stamps.com (https://www.stamps.com and enter code MILL for a 4-week free trial plus free postage and a digital scale). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: How did Laura find out how Alex Trebek passed away? Apparently she blacked out when Andrew texted her. We share some additional confessionals from our Patron Confessional Palooza, and Andrew learns the technical name for his new favorite kink. Trigger warning: two of the confessionals concern child sexual assault. What are our holiday plans as covid cases continue to soar? How to tell your parents you're not coming home for Christmas. "Sorry Grandma, I don't want to be the one who KILLS YOU." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The big day is here. Election Day 2020 has commenced - whether you've already voted or are in line to vote, we're glad you're here. If you have any questions or concerns today, please call the Voter Protection Hotline at 866-687-8683 or the Voter Assistance Line at 833-336-8683. What we're doing today: drinking and deciding what kind of comfort food to have ready. Let's do something stupid to get us through this: the New York Times wonders if you can tell the difference between a Trump voter and a Biden voter based on the inside of their fridge. Can you? Andrew brings back Laura's Rage of the Week™ to complain about people traveling frivilously and without regard to the pandemic. In what we hope is one of the final Trumpster Fire segments, David Purdue called off his final debate with Jon Ossoff, the U.S. has surpassed 9 million coronavirus cases, Trump caravans, and the Texas GOP was smacked down when they tried to invalidate 127,000 votes in Harris County. A Confessional from the generation we think are the greatest: A Gen Zer reaches out for advice on navigating the parental pressures of applying to colleges. Netflix is raising prices on subscribers in the United States again, prompting us to wonder if Netflix is even our go-to streaming app anymore. For some escapism this election season, we recommend episode 1 of The Mandalorian, season 2. It's still a delightful, straight-forward, space western narrative, and we love it. Need something to do other than doomscroll this week? Check out our latest recommendations: Pikmin 3 (Andrew), Nailboo (Laura), and The Queen's Gambit on Netflix. (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by HempBombs (https://www.hempbombs.com/rewards to sign up for their rewards program and use MILLRADIO for 30% off), Framebridge (https://www.framebridge.com and enter promo code MILLENNIAL for 15% off your first order), and Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com and enter promo code MILL for $100 off). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: Let's keep it light with the Higher/Lower game! Do we think people care more about sports or shih tzus? How many monthly searches are there for "moobs?" The answer may surprise you. We expose our shitty geography skills, but the Patrons are there for an assist. CHOCOLATE CAKE IS DEFINITELY HIGHER. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's our last episode before the election! We know this campaign has been exhausting, so we've got some lighter content to look forward to, along with our final thoughts about the importance of being counted in this election. VOTE! Our Borat: Subsequent Movie Film review: offensive and hilarious. Just when we'd all forgotten about Quibi, we learned it's shutting down. BAE level Patrons: our 2020 physical gift is here, check it out! We're joined by Rebekah from Modern Mystic Shop to do a live tarot reading for ourselves and our listeners! Big 👏 Daddy 👏 King 👏 Energy We combine Trumpster Fire and Rona Roundup one last time before the election to let you know the latest chicanery out of Washington. Each of the hosts picks a toss-up state and predicts which way it will swing next week. Make your own Electoral College predictions here! Who's the worst Chris? Signs have pointed to Chris Pratt's affiliation with ideologies that are anti-LGBTQ, and Twitter called him out. Several of Pratt's Marvel co-stars spoke out in his defense, causing detractors to question where that support was when female and people of color in the MCU cast were being attacked online. Should celebrities be open about their politics? We offer our final thoughts on the 2020 Election, and share our plans for Election Night. This week's recommendations will help you relax ahead of the election: @RateMySkypeRoom (Andrew), the Chirp Wheel (Laura), and Netflix's 'Over the Moon' (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by ThirdLove (https://www.thirdlove.com/MILLENNIAL for 10% off your first purchase). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on our Patreon: Real life scary stories, narrated by Laura and Pam! This Elsa doll really doesn't know how to Let It Go. Have you ever accidentally opened a portal to hell? Oops. This water tastes funny. Hope someone hasn't died in the water supply! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As of this episode, we have all officially voted! Do you want us to be able to change out Trump's screaming face for sunglasses Joe? Get out and vote and make it happen! Laura became THAT paranoid pet owner, and Pam became THAT person who forgot her mask. As promised, we deliver dramatic readings of our bitchy Yelp reviews. Some of us are bitchier than others. 👀 We apologize in advance for this - we showed off our lack of vocal talent when trying to see if Google could identify the songs we were humming. WARNING: Don't fap during a work Zoom meeting, even if you think your camera is off. With covid-19 cases on the rise as predicted, pandemic fatigue is setting in for many of us. Trump was a ratings LOSER during the battle of the two town halls. And while we're sick of debates, we'll be hosting a chat watch party for EVERYONE during this Thursday's final Presidential debate. Join the #Millennial for all Discord here. Just half of registered voters expect to know the outcome of the election within a few days of November 3rd. We think it's important to mentally prepare ourselves for the possibility that we won't know the winner on election night. Here are some tips to help stay sane this election season. With increased awareness of police brutality, many primetime procedural police dramas are having to assess how they'll approach current events. How do police dramas fuel our implicit biases? We're joined by BAE supporter Amy, who's here to fill us in on what teaching is like during the pandemic. What are the pros and cons of face-to-face vs. digital learning? Amy shares the precautions being taken in her school. This week's recommendations will give you a nice break from election coverage: Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit (Andrew), Haunted Places (Laura), BLACKPINK: Light Up the Sky on Netflix (Pam), and 'Crying in My Car: A Podcast for Teachers' (Amy). This week's episode is sponsored by Bartleby Write (www.getbartleby.com/MILL for your first month FREE), Everyplate (https://www.everyplate.com and enter promo code mill3 for three weeks of EveryPlate meals for just $2.99), and Honey (https://www.joinhoney.com/MILL to join for FREE). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: Andrew has written his pee pee tale, and we get a sneak peak preview read by Andrew himself! The panel is put to the test: do we remember what we learned in the 5th grade? Cringey work stories: we all have them. Between the panel and our Patrons, we've got every workplace horror story involving nudes, getting caught talking shit, POOP, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy "Fuck Christopher Columbus" Day everyone! We're kicking off the show with a focus on how we're voting, and the reveal that one of our panel has already voted! Can you guess who? Thankfully, Disney+ won't be giving the Mulan treatment to 'Soul,' which will release on 12/25 at no additional cost! In darker news, the FBI thwarted an attempt to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan by a group of 45 apologists. Trump's doctor has cleared him to return to public engagements, but recent interviews are making us all question his health. In a first for our lifetimes, there will not be three Presidential debates. Trump's refusal to participate in a virtual debate should have us all further questioning his readiness to lead. If the GOP wanted to prioritize another stimulus package before the election, could they actually make it happen? There's no doubt this pandemic has been a shit show, but we want to highlight the products, media, and food that is getting us through this! Since Yelp is reportedly going to be flagging pages of businesses accused of racism, we take a dive into our own history with Yelp. This week's Surprise Bitch! victim is Caleb, and Caleb is prepared AF. Has a voting plan, is vaccinated, and awaiting Andrew's review of Vegas before considering a move there. We've got some fun recommendations this week! The Weakest Link is returning to NBC (Andrew), Trade Joe's Pumpkin Spice coffee (Pam), and Phasmophobia (available on Steam) (Laura). This week's episode is sponsored by Barefoot Scientists (https://www.barefootscientist.com and enter code mil at checkout for 20% off your first order), Stamps.com (https://www.stamps.com and enter promo code MILL for a 4-week trial PLUS free postage and a digital scale), and Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/mill for your new favorite flats). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark: It's a Patrons' exclusive Confessional Palooza! Our Patrons sent in their most burning confessions, and we read and react LIVE! Don't let our screwed up culture make you feel bad about being a virgin or not. Have any of us ever gotten a nastygram from our internet service providers about torrenting? A tale of willingly getting chlamydia "for the dick." We commiserate over the struggles of weight management and disordered eating. The panel learns about a special kind of kink! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The powers of science and karma combined last week to make Andrew think (maybe) there is a God. The toddler in chief has the 'rona, and we're here for some real talk on what this means for the country and our upcoming election. The timeline here is insane: from a Tuesday night debate to a Wednesday night COVID positive announcement. The 11 confirmed cases so far seem to have one gathering in common: The Amy Coney Barrett announcement event in the Rose Garden. Inconsistency and petulance took up residence at Walter Reed military hospital for 3 days, after which Bunker Bitch checked himself out and is feeling better than *GASP* ever. He is knowingly putting his staff, Secret Service detail, and followers in danger by returning to the campaign trail as if he never tested positive. Laura thinks the Trump campaign's approach for the rest of the campaign will be to go full North Korean "dear leader is invincible." How do we think Biden should handle the October 15th debate? Is it okay to feel vindicated by Trump catching the virus he's been downplaying all year? (Yes.) Andrew is texting for the Biden campaign, and wants you to join him! To volunteer to phone bank or text, click here! Is it pedantic for social platforms not to have a way to dismiss the voting reminders? Hollywood's going all in on pandemic themed projects, prompting the question... do we really need pandemic shows while we're still living in a pandemic? We've got some WTF news to help you (and us) unwind from this long ass week. This week's recommendations will have you safe and content for the fall: Overtone + getting your flu shot at Costco for $20 if you're underinsured (Laura), refreshing your space with some new decor before the colder weather sinks in (Andrew), and Sohla El-Waylly's new show Stump Sohla (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com and enter code MILL for $100 off your first month) and Framebridge (https://www.framebridge.com and enter code MILLENNIAL for 15% off your first order). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark: Pam introduces us to the idea of toxic positivity, or the tendency to portray oneself as happy no matter what. Take the quiz to see how toxic positivity plays a role in your life. As a culture, do we breed toxic positivity by undervaluing the importance of mental health? Workplaces can be a breeding ground for toxic positivity: how to just say it and avoid giving your colleagues "the shit sandwich." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What the hell am I watching right now? This episode is dedicated to reacting to the first Presidential debate of the season, immediately after it ended. As Trump spent 99% of his (and everyone else's) time steamrolling and bullying Biden and Chris Wallace, we wonder how anyone can still be undecided in this election? While Biden had some nice zingers throughout the night, we're hoping to see more of this in future debates. #shutupman While not super frequent, we take some time to discuss the moments in which Trump was noticeably silent for extended periods of time: race relations, election integrity, and climate change. It's because he's scared by these topics, and Biden should use that in future debates. Biden shines when he's looking straight into the camera and speaking with the people. We want more of that, and less reacting to the clown on the other side of the stage. And just for anyone keeping track at home, Trump wouldn't willingly denounce white supremacy when given the chance to. Chris Wallace is seeing criticism for his inability to control the debate stage - what are our thoughts on his job as moderator? This week's recommendations will hopefully give you some relief from this dumpster fire of a debate we just witnessed: Stainless steel wipes (Andrew), Hulu's Pen15 (Pam), and rewatching old episodes of the West Wing (Laura). This week's episode is sponsored by Bartleby Write (www.getbartleby.com/MILL for 1 month free), Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/mill), and ThirdLove (https://www.thirdlove.com/MILLENNIAL for 15% off your first order). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's edition of After Dark, available on Patreon: Let's take a break from all the election talk, shall we? What's a lie we once told that ended up snowballing into something bigger? The Discord comes for Andrew, and they've got receipts! What's the best non-sexual feeling in the world? Andrew tells us about his lingering childhood fear of Groucho Marx. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the wake of RBG's passing, we're encouraging you to check your voter registration status and make a plan to vote. May her memory be a blessing. Check out our latest Breaking News installment to hear our reactions immediately after this news broke. Pat is back, and he's got some great news to give us all a dose of positivity in this shit storm of a year. The first volume of President Obama's memoir is arriving November 17th, and we're debating whether we want a physical copy, the audiobook, or both. How were the Emmy's STILL 3 hours long with the virtual format? While we're still on the road to a vaccine, the CDC cautions that we won't have enough doses to return to "normal life" until 3rd quarter 2021. The CDC updates its guidelines to warn that 6 feet may not be enough and then... retracts said guidelines. We're guessing the White House toddler shit his diapers and demanded they take it down. Key things to know about election polling, true or false edition: what to keep in mind when reading polls this election season. Facebook is paying certain users not to use its platform before the election. We'd quit Facebook for free tbh. SNL has found its Joe Biden for season 46 in Jim Carrey. Our thoughts on this pick, and if we're concerned that shows like SNL have an impact on election outcomes. This week's recommendations will protect your body and soul: keep wearing sunscreen, even in the cooler months (Laura), Great British Baking Show, series 11 (Pat), and Legos (Andrew). This week's episode is sponsored by HempBombs (https://www.hempbombs.com and enter code MILL at checkout for 30% off your first order). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark: Andrew is salty with a certain someone for not being transparent about a potential conflict of interest. Laura finally has GOOD NEWS about her home flooding drama. Y'all asked so many great AMA questions, we prioritized getting through the last of them this week: Best things about being in our 30's? When did we make things official with our partners? And of course we somehow end up talking about dildos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"So, you accidentally leaked your nudes online." Even Captain America goofs up on the internet sometimes, so don't feel bad about the last drunk text you sent your ex. Welcome back, Micah! Along with the coronavirus pandemic has come a pandemic of cracked teeth. Learn to recognize the signs of teeth grinding and work with your dentist to get a mouthguard! Our hope is eroded after checking in on a no-mask rally in Utah. Andrew has signed up to be tracked... by Nevada's contact tracing app. While there may be strides in smarter mask development, AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine trials have been halted for safety reasons. Bob Woodward's here to show us Trump knew how bad COVID-19 was all along, and he's got the receipts too. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott was mocked by FOX Sports' Skip Bayless for coming forward about his mental health struggles. We speak about how toxic masculinity informs how we respond to athletes who are transparent about their mental health. The Academy is rolling out new inclusion standards for films to meet in order to qualify for Oscar's submission. We take a look and discuss whether these criteria are meaningful or just for show. FMK(ancel) returns with a slight re-brand, and apparently everyone wants to do the dirty with Dr. Fauci. This week's recommendations are here to help you have a good time: Coca-Cola’s Aha Seltzers (Andrew), Pontoon brewing's Tropical Cluster Slush Sooper Froot (Laura), ‘Six: The Musical’ (studio cast recording) (Pam), and Warlock - Imperial Pumpkin Stout (Micah). This week's show is sponsored by Stamps.com (https://www.stamps.com and enter promo code MILL for a 4-week trial PLUS free postage and a digital scale) and Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/mill for your new favorite flats). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: AMA Part 2! What things do we justify spending too much money on? What advice do we have for new homebuyers? Which unsolved murder case would we most like to solve? What life decisions have we surprised ourselves with? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Pam brings her shades to the show, and Andrew brings his too in solidarity. We'll also be holding our Black Panther watch party in celebration of Chadwick Boseman's life this weekend, open to all. Stay tuned for details! Are people's special drink orders at Starbucks and Dunkin' annoyingly complicated? Barista Pam sounds off. This week's Confessional writers want to know: should I stay with a partner who's giving an unreasonable ultimatum? Should I have shared a fat bowl with my cousins? Since it's been 6 months since the pandemic started, we look back at earlier episodes from happier times and cringe at our earliest reactions to COVID-19. Laura filled out the interest form for the COVID vaccine trial. If you think you may be interested in participating, the form can be found here. Please consult your doctor prior to agreeing to take part in any kind of medical or vaccine trial. As the CDC advises states to prepare for a possible vaccine prior to the election, skepticism abounds as to whether that is a reasonable timeframe. RPatz got the 'rona - will Hollywood decide it's too soon to reopen? Do we believe Trump made disparaging remarks about fallen soldiers? Look no further than his public comments on John McCain. "Hello, 911 - I'd like to report a metaphor in progress!" Donald Trump and the Sinking Boat Parade. What is OnlyFans, who is Bella Thorne, and why is she taking heat from the Sex Work community? Here is a great explainer from Lylac Doll, an OnlyFans creator who has been impacted by the situation. This week's recommendations are perfect for settling into Fall: Super Mario 3D All-Stars (Andrew), Netflix's 'The Haunting of Hill House' (Laura), and NutPods pumpkin spice creamer (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/mill), Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com and enter promo code MILL for $100 off your first month), and FrameBridge (https://www.framebridge.com and enter promo code MILLENNIAL for 15% off your first order). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: It's an AMA! Patrons submit their most burning questions for us to answer. What are our unpopular opinions? What are our most hilarious and awkward childhood blunders? For some reason we end up talking about embarrassing poop stories. *shrug* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At the top of the show, we spend some time on Chadwick Boseman's legacy and the crushing blow that is the loss of a brilliant mind, creator, and humanitarian too soon. We'll be inviting listeners to join us next weekend for a Black Panther watch party in celebration of Chadwick's life - keep an eye on our social channels (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram) for more info. Have you ever purchased something that seemed too good to be true via an Instagram ad? Be on the look out for Instascams! The Trump admin is still botching their response to COVID-19, but if you want to keep an eye on vaccine progress, you can do so here. The NBA has taken a stand in the wake of the shooting of Jacob Blake, and refused to play until basketball rings agreed to serve as polling places in the upcoming election. "sTop WItH tHe PoLItiCs aNd EntErTaIN mE" said Trump sycophants everywhere. A 17-year-old murderer was able to walk freely around Kenosha with his AR-15, so remember that next time you're saying white privilege doesn't exist, Aunt Karen. After years of fan campaigning, DC fans will finally see the Snyder cut of the Justice League movie, originally directed by Joss Whedon after Zach Snyder had to unexpectedly leave the project. When fan petitions go well (One Day At A Time, Brooklyn 99, Lucifer) and when they go bad (Game of Thrones, Star Wars). We're joined by BAE guest Becky who, like many Americans, is working and schooling her children from home. We've gotta be honest, Becky is a super hero - listen to her inspirational story and tips for staying sane during the pandemic. We've got a variety of recommendations this week: Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1&2 for Playstation (Andrew), volunteering to phone bank, text, or write postcards for your favorite candidate or non-profit (Laura), 'Get On Up' (Pam), and two podcasts: Unlocking Us and The Happiness Lab (Becky). This week's show is sponsored by ThirdLove (https://www.thirdlove.com/MILLENNIAL for 15% off your first purchase). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: Andrew and Laura's continued home woes. Is there such a thing as a useful HOA? (No.) No one - not your realtor, HOA, or inspector is a better advocate for you than YOU. Laura's been out of her home for 4 months now, and keeps getting obstacles thrown her way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle up everyone - we play Taboo Word of the Week again, and this time we slip up... a lot. 💀 Pew Research has the latest data on dealbreakers and deal closers in potential relationships. Surprise surprise, if you voted for Trrrruuuu - Agent Orange, your pool will be more limited. We take a moment to acknowledge yet another example of police brutality: Jacob Blake is in intensive care following a police shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Orange Julius isn't having the start to his convention week that he'd probably hoped for: Steve Bannon was arrested for defrauding scared white people, Kellyanne Conway announced her departure from the White House, 89 former defense officials penned an op-ed speaking out against Tr*mp, and the New York Attorney General and Manhattan District Attorney are expanding their investigations of the Tr*mp Foundation and Organization. As we wait for the RNC shitshow to unfold, we look back at the highlights of last week's DNC: strong showings from Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, complete sentences, inclusivity, THE OBAMAS. QAnon is the (more) unhinged, scarier version of the Tea Party. How have this fringe group managed to hijack #savethechildren and get candidates on the ballot? Will we ever blow out candles on a birthday cake again? NYT presents a list of "fun" things that won't be the same after the 'rona. We don't endorse going on vacation during a pandemic, but if you do, there are three states to avoid in particular, which are experiencing the highest infection rates per capita: Texas, Georgia, and Florida. Some TikTokers got their power and water shut off at their Hollywood Hills mansion for continuing to party during the pandemic. Ain't nothin' gonna break-a my stride Nobody gonna slow me down, oh no The #FreeBritney movement is deeper than you think: Britney Spears has had very limited control over her life since her very public 2008 breakdown, and some fans believe she's been sending secret cries for help. This week's recommendations are all pretty responsible, unlike this episode's drinking game: Britney Spears' Glory (Andrew), What did Hubble see on your birthday? (Laura), and keep wearing your sunscreen (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/mill), (https://www.magicspoon.com/MILL to get a variety pack and enter promo code MILL at checkout to get FREE shipping), and Stamps.com (https://www.stamps.com and enter promo code MILL for a 4-week trial PLUS free postage AND a digital scale). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: While this isn't a good time for anyone's overall savings, we've found there are select goods and services we're spending less money on. What are they? Patrons sound off too, and Laura tries to make it into a guessing game, but it falls apart because she lost (or won, depending on how you look at it) Taboo Word of the Week. Pam and Laura start espousing their love for Brad Mondo and comparing at-home beauty rituals, and Andrew is already dreading editing this episode. What relationship-impacting disagreements have we had with friends and family who aren't taking the pandemic seriously? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kamala Harris was announced as Joe Biden's running mate last week. Listen to our thoughts on the selection in our most recent edition of Breaking News! It's a very special podcast host's birthday, which warrants a very special prank call. Happy birthday, Micah! Thanks to everyone who pointed out that Andrew did indeed say last week's taboo word (2020). Andrew takes 1.5 shots as his penance. Queensland Australia is seeing a significant reduction in flu transmission as a result of Queenslanders following coronavirus-inspired hygiene practices. While the Trumpster is at it again with the birther movement, Mike Pence vows to save America's meat. Does Trump have a reason to be nervous about this election? We do an overview of which states are toss-ups, and which party has the most to lose in the Senate. Being nervous about his election odds would certainly explain why our toddler-in-chief is trying to kill the U.S. Postal Service. (Note: This episode was recorded prior to statements on Tuesday by the Postmaster General) We've got some tips to help make sure your vote is counted this fall! As the 'Rona climbs to the #3 cause of death in the United States, more schools are closing due to outbreaks mere days after opening. ABC is finally releasing a 2018 episode of Black-ish that was pulled for being "too political." Does purchasing a novel from a known problematic author make a confessional writer a bad person? We'll discuss enjoying problematic things in this week's After Dark. We've got some great recommendations for a cozy night in this week! Fall Guys on PS4 and Steam (Andrew), ReignBot on Youtube, and Juan Gil Silver Label red wine (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by bioClarity (https://www.bioclarity.com and use code MIL for 15% off everything on their website), Raycon (https://www.buyraycon.com/mill for 15% off Raycon wireless earbuds), and Magic Spoon (https://www.magicspoon.com/MILL to get a variety pack of cereal and use promo code MILL at checkout for FREE shipping). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark: We make a Surprise Bitch! call to listener Madeleine, who fills us in on living in Austin and her hustles to get her through quarantine. We revisit some of our old faves with a 2020 lens, and how we reconcile our enjoyment of them despite problematic elements. Our parents are also revisiting their favorite TV shows while we're at home, and cringing at some aspects of the stories that haven't aged well. There can be a fine line between taking a critical lens to entertainment and seeking to be critical in the name of call-out culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We made a #Millennial Summer Rewind Mix of our favorite summer tunes. Check it out here! As Ellen DeGeneres and her show's producers face fire for multiple accusations of physical and emotional abuse, we weigh in on current trends of toxic workplaces being held accountable. What would you do if your significant other refused to pay their student loans, resulting in a complicated financial situation? New York's Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against the National Rifle Association in the hopes of dissolving the national organization. What legal precedent might exist for this? Orange Julius signed four executive orders to help Americans suffering financially due to the continued pandemic. We dig into the executive orders and the many strings attached to benefitting from them. Recommended reading: A President Ignored: Trump's outlandish claims increasingly met with a collective shrug. As clothing sales continue to fall, it might be time to purchase stock in sweatpants, which have seen an 80% increase in sales. Georgia's schools are serving as an example of why it was a terrible idea to open schools this fall. Laura explains. Will we be paying $30 to see Mulan on Disney+ in addition to our regular subscription fees? Awww, looks like AMC and Universal finally made up! This week's recommendations will keep you busy: PODs and supporting the USPS (Andrew), going to a drive-in theatre (Laura), and Umbrella Academy season 2 (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by ThirdLove (https://www.thirdlove.com/MILLENNIAL for 15% off your first order), Anastasia Beverly Hills (https://www.anastasiabeverlyhills.com and enter promo code MILL for 15% off your first purchase), and Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com and enter promo code MILL for $100 off your first month). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon. We take a trip down memory lane and talk about Midnight Sun. The nostalgia here is real, y'all! Who's creepier? Twilight Edward or Midnight Sun Edward? We all agree: Stephenie Meyer knows how to talk to her fans, unlike SOMEONE we know *cough*JK Rowling*cough* What other book series would we like to see companion novel adaptions for? How do we feel reading this story from the vantage point as 30-somethings? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew is safe and sound in Vegas (despite a near-death experience in St. Louis), and we're back baby! What fate met TikTok while we were off, and why are people speculating about Taylor Swift's sexuality? Laura and Pam are alarmed by Andrew's thoughts (as usual). A confessional from someone who tried sex work prompts us to talk about jobs we've had or considered in the past, and Andrew identifies a pattern for Laura. The main theme of Trumpster Fire is negative growth... at a rate of 32.9%. What does this mean, and how is Trump trying to distract us? With CARES Act unemployment assistance and eviction moratoriums ending, we pivot to what this means for renters who are still suffering economically, as well as the difficulty faced by small property management operations. People are Google-ing about how to date and meet people during COVID - are we able to help them? How do we think people fake emergencies to get out of bad dates right now? Does 2020 have a Song of the Summer? This week's recommendations are pretty predictable based on our personalities: Bringing walkie talkies with you on a multi-car road trip (Andrew), this r/nosleep strory (Laura), and the Hario Cold Brew Bottle (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/MILL) and Anastasia Beverly Hills (https://www.anastasiabeverlyhills.com and enter promo code MILL for 15% off your first order). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's episode of After Dark, available on Patreon: It's the MuggleSuck AMA y'all! We took Patrons' most burning questions about growing up in the Harry Potter fandom. We chat about staying in touch with former hosts, Wizard Rock, and who Andrew is afraid of showing up at his house. The former podcast hosts: Where are they now? Pam spills some tea about her worst celebrity interview. Stay tuned for a photo of the encounter on Patreon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode runs the gamut on topics, so let's dive right in, shall we? Pam celebrated a socially distant birthday, and Andrew bids adieu to Chicago. We pay tribute to two civil rights icons we were gutted to lose on the same day: John Lewis and C.T. Vivian. As Andrew leaves Chicago, Laura and Pam quiz his Windy City knowledge. Are our pets getting too attached to having us around? What can we do to ease them back into the "old normal" when we go back to work? 'Rona roundup gets more ridiculous every week: White House demands case counts be reported to HHS instead of CDC, and Gov. Brian Kemp of Ga. sues Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance-Bottoms over her mask mandate. We're trying to be optimistic about a vaccine though! Trumpster Fire should have been the name of Trump's Sunday interview with Chris Wallace. Protesters are being swept off the streets by federal agents in unmarked vans in Portland because Trump really wants to play the tyrannical overlord. In light of Andrew's move, we talk about times in our lives where we've moved somewhere, only to have it not work out. How did we process the shame and feelings of failure? This week's recommendations are a grab bag: Mr. Clean Magic Erasers (Andrew), the 'March' graphic novel trilogy by John Lewis (Laura), and Trader Joe's cold brew coffee concentrate (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Anastasia Beverly Hills (AnastasiaBeverlyHills.com and enter promo code MILL for 15% off your first purchase), Issuu (Issuu.info/MILL to sign up for your FREE account), and ThirdLove (Thirdlove.com/MILLENNIAL to get 15% off your first purchase). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: This week, Pam is bringing the tea. And we're here for it! How to have a conversation with someone who doesn't view the 'rona risk the same way as you do. We take this really hard Twilight superfan test in celebration of the upcoming Midnight Sun release. We really need to re-read Twilight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Corona, and Karens, and TikTok, oh my! It's a mixed bag on this week's episode, but the same old real talk. Between Pam losing power, RBG being in the hospital (again), and another tragedy for the cast of Glee, this week is definitely living up to the 2020 standard. While the $600 weekly unemployment stimulus is ending soon, the Trump administration wants to replace it with things that help rich people, like capital gains tax holidays. We're "screaming inside our hearts" about Florida's earth-shattering record for new daily cases of the 'rona. SCOTUS continues to stick it to President Fucknugget, and Betsy DeVos wants to send our nation's children back to school this fall. Would we send our own children? Who is hardest impacted by this push? With the U.S. potentially banning our favorite timesuck, TikTok, we dive into accusations against the popular app that it is putting our private information in the hands of the Chinese government. Are we more concerned about TikTok than we are about Facebook? Should we be? In listener feedback, we receive a Confessional reminding us that one listener predicted Andrew would hate Chicago and the best possible outcome of being laid off. NEW GAME: Karen 1-5. We perform dramatic readings of posts by "Karens" in our communities. In this week's recommendations: Ready Player One (Andrew), requesting your absentee ballot for your local run-offs (Laura), and 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com and use promo code MILL for $100 off your first month), Raycon (https://www.buyraycon.com/mill to get 15% off Raycon wireless earbuds), and Anastasia Beverly Hills (https://www.anastasiabeverlyhills.com/mill to get 15% off your first order). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark: Surprise Bitch! victim Dylan learns a dark secret about high school courtesy of Andrew. We dive down the rabbit hole of curses and conspiracy theories. Do we believe in this stuff? Patrons chime in through Discord to share their families' beliefs, and we cover a number of prominent curse/conspiracy theories, such as the Kennedys, Glee, and the 27 club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holiday weekend brought excitement to our lives with Hamilton on Disney+, but Andrew's got an even bigger life event hitting the airwaves this week! Apparently quarantine makes every day feel like the 4th of July to some - why all the fireworks?? Walmart is (for once) doing a public service and converting 160 of its parking lots into drive-in movie theaters. Universities have begun announcing their plans for returning to campus this fall, and we're already predicting hot spots on campus. This week in Trump associates who have tested positive: Herman Cain, Kimberly Guilfoyle, and multiple officials, oh my! Two thumbs way down to airlines already planning to fill planes completely. Young people in Alabama are throwing COVID parties, and offering payouts to infected individuals. Florida continues making new records with its daily cases count. SCOTUS has ruled that states can punish Electoral College voters who don't vote in line with their state's popular vote in federal elections. We got an insider scoop into the White House's requests for Trump's July 3rd Nazi Party rally/Frat kegger event. Why Mt. Rushmore's ugly history inspires so much backlash from protesters. Some of your favorite TV shows are pulling controversial episodes containing blackface, and we have a conversation about intent vs impact. Listener feedback asks... how would we want a teacher to handle a fellow student being racist, and how to handle an unexpected pregnancy? This week's recommendations are good for your brain and your mental health: Ron Chernow's Hamilton biography (Laura), 'The Babysitter's Club' on Netflix (Pam), and taking a deep sigh a few times a day (Andrew). This week's episode is sponsored by listeners like you. Thank you to our latest Patrons Tanja, Art, VP, Joe, Lauren, Sam, and Emilee! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: Some required reading to prime yourself for this discussion. JK Rowling is proving so desperate for allies, she has mischaracterized her long-time approach towards our old boss. How do we know? We were there when she was pissed at him. Speaking of, we have plenty of stories about how terrible it was to work for him. From withholding pay to taking credit for projects completed by unpaid staff, we've. got. the. tea. What was it like on the Potter convention circuit? (Mostly) wholesome fun, but we were party animals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JK Rowling is at it again, and this is just getting embarrassing. 🤦‍♀️Meanwhile, Jenna Marbles is seemingly self-aware and has decided to remove herself from Youtube. We really don't like this timeline. With at least 14 states pausing or halting their re-opening plans in light of skyrocketing Covid-19 numbers, we examine our own quarantine adherence 4 months into the pandemic in the United States. Meanwhile, people across the nation (including Vice President Pence) think masking requirements are a first amendment violation. Um... Dear Leader continues to have a bad time: SCOTUS struck down Louisiana's anti-abortion law, the New York Times broke a story about a suspected Russian plot to pay the Taliban to kill U.S. soldiers, his approval ratings continue to drag, and Facebook and Twitter are looking to crack down on misinformation. Google That Shit makes a triumphant return, and this week's theme is Gen Z vs Millennials. We welcome BAE supporter Scott to the panel! Scott is a meteorologist, and has some science-based wisdom to share about climate change, weather alerts, and the infamous sharpie incident. Will we be able to survive on Earth 100 years from now? What will be different? (Don't worry, Scott has some news that will help you sleep somewhat comfortably.) To learn more about climate change and weather patterns in general, Scott recommends checking out Highlights from the Fourth National Climate Assessment (2018) by the US Global Change Research Program and Climate.gov. This week's recommendations run the gamut: My Panera+ Coffee Subscription for free coffee all summer (Andrew), Glossier's Futuredew (Laura), 'Younger' on Hulu (Pam), and Costco's premade margarita mix (Scott). This week's episode is sponsored by Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/mill), Issuu (https://www.issuu.info/mill to sign up FREE), and listeners like you (https://www.patreon.com/millennial). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: We pepper Scott with more questions about climate change, meteorology, and California wildfires #behindthepaywall. Is the world ready for the massive infrastructure changes we'll need to make to cope with climate change? In a change of pace, we dig into the trend of shorter TV seasons we're seeing on Netflix in particular. What are the pros and cons to shorter TV seasons? Why is Netflix putting such a high volume of new content up all the time? Andrew has a theory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pam and Marc are back this week, and it's a good thing, because we have a lot of ground to cover. Welcome to the mid-season finale of 2020, where news ranges from Disney bleeping Hamilton to Trumpster Fire 2020. Apple's WWDC introduces some features to help deal with your annoying friends when they blow up group messages, and Apple Watch will soon be providing a countdown when it detects hand washing happening. Laura and Marc are playing Last of Us 2 and ignoring the haters. Let's kill some zombies! Andrew delights himself by purchasing new music beds for our show segments. While California is requiring everyone to wear masks in public spaces, several southern states are seeing the consequences of re-opening too soon. This week in Trumpster Fire 2020: Americans can turn off political ads on Facebook and Instagram (thank god), Scumbag John Bolton is not a patriot, SCOTUS decisions, and Trump's "very sad" rally taken down by Gen Z and Kpop stans. You love to see it. Marc provides his insights on call-out culture and having meaningful dialogues with potential allies surrounding discussions of #BlackLivesMatter and police brutality. When and how is it productive to call someone out, and what is the end goal in doing so? This week's recommendations are all art, baby! Hulu's 'Love, Victor' (Pam and Andrew), Black Girl Unlimited by Echo Brown (Laura), and the upcoming Spiderman 2: Miles Morales for PS5 (Marc). Stay tuned in past the end music for a couple of bloopers! This week's episode is sponsored by listeners like you. Support the show for as little as $2 per month, and gain instant access to loads of bonus content. We're so thankful for your support! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: It's time to Surprise Bitch! listener Drew, who clues us in about how the dog walking business is faring under COVID-19. Inspired by our Facebook group, we come clean about the common knowledge we've only recently discovered. It turns out we're really dumb when it comes to car knowledge. "Whores de-vors." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Tik Tok Gods and Goddesses have decided it’s time to roast millennials. Let’s see how many generational stereotypes we can fulfill this episode! We welcome Marc back to the show, and he plugs a very important conversation we’ll be having next week about call-out culture. We gush about the Playstation 5 announcement, but wonder how much money we’ll be forking over to Sony this fall. We examine current polling in the Biden v. Trump Presidential race, and while the numbers look promising, let’s not get too confident. On Friday, the Trump administration revoked transgender and abortion healthcare protections, and on Monday the Supreme Court ruled that you can’t fire someone for being LGBT. Whiplash much? Inspired by this Vox article, we ask ourselves which quarantine routines do we think we’ll stick to once this is over? This week’s confessionals ask… is it okay to have a work crush when you’re in a monogamous relationship? And what to do if you have a crush on your straight best friend? Our BAE supporters want to know… how we see the future of podcasting, what long-term quarantine projects we have (and haven’t) completed, and how working from home has adjusted our home layout needs. This week’s recommendations are quarantine friendly! Vegan walnut taco meat (Laura), Joe Hill's ‘Locke and Key’ (Marc), and ‘Dating Around’ season 2 (Andrew). This week’s episode is sponsored by Issuu (https://www.issuu.info/MILL to sign up for FREE today) and Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com and enter promo code MILL to get $100 off your first month). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week’s installment of After Dark: Laura and Marc share the latest in their home repair drama after a major leak drove them out of their home for months. According to Pew, the oldest millennials are turning 39 this year. As we pass the torch of being the cool, young, hip generation over to Gen Z, how prepared are we for middle age? As Laura considers donating her eggs to pay off student loans, Andrew and Marc discover that they’ve been wasting a perfectly good money-making opportunity their entire lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Sarah Steelman, Ph.D. is a licensed marriage and family therapist, who specializes in LGBTQ+ affirmative practices. She joins us at the top of the show to discuss J.K. Rowling's latest tweets and why they are dangerous and damaging to trans people. Check out her professional page here. Sarah discusses with us the importance of affirmative language, why J.K. Rowling's opinions are rooted in pseudoscience, and whether or not she can redeem herself. Following up on last week's discussion about George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and nationwide protests, we've got some tangible progress to point to for those naysaying the need for protests. For more perspective on the hundreds of years of systemic racism that brought us where we are today, we recommend watching this video by Kimberly Latrice Jones. In this week's Confessional, a listener writes that they feel guilt about not wanting to cut off their racist family, and we respond. K-pop stans took their protest digital, and flooded hateful Twitter trends like #whitelivesmatter and #bluelivesmatter with pictures, memes, and fancams of their favorite groups in an effort to drown out the hate - and they succeeded. When the Dallas Police Department asked people to send in photos and videos of protestors participating in "illegal activities" to their app, K-pop stans flooded them with submissions, ultimately causing the app to crash. To inject some much-needed love during these troubled times, we discuss love in the time of corona. Listeners in new relationships around or after the start of the pandemic submit their stories, and we bask in the excitement of their new love. This week's recommendations are sure to help broaden some perspectives: Fulton Street Books and Coffee (Laura), HBO's 'We're Here' docuseries (Andrew), and Netflix's 'The Half of It' (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by StoryWorth (https://www.storyworth.com/mill for $10 off your first purchase and the perfect gift for Dad!) and RayCon (https://www.buyraycon.com/mill for 15% off Raycon wireless earbuds). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark: How are we moving forward as Harry Potter fans in light of J.K. Rowling's harmful rhetoric towards our trans family? What changes do we plan on making to our consumption of new Wizarding World content? Shifting towards a mentality of supporting fan-created merchandise over official merchandise. We discuss how the fandom continues to hold its space, and make sure that space is welcoming for all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We thought the world had already hit rock bottom when we took a week off. We're back to give our take on the current state of affairs related to protests around the country demanding justice for George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and other victims. DISCLAIMER: We endeavored to approach this week's discussion as allies, and do not claim to have all the answers. For rounded coverage from our black brothers and sisters, we recommend Code Switch, The Breakfast Club, Jamele Hill is Unbothered, 'Black Trauma And Showing Up At Work', and 'Okay, white people, here's what you can do now.' Andrew discovers quarantine birthdays suck, Lady Gaga drops 'Chromatica,' and John Krasinski can go to hell. Pam gives her review of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, and her take on whether this is a compelling addition to the Hunger Games universe. This week in Corona: U.S. deaths have surpassed 100,000, and we're disgusted by the lack of national mourning. Theme parks won't let that stop them, though - Disney and Universal are set to re-open with strict social distancing and masking guidelines. We react to the horrific murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, and give our take on the protests happening across the country. While the media selectively portrays the protests as violent, they seem to be missing the point: there are tanks in our streets, tear gas and rubber bullets flying. How the fuck did anyone think that would have a positive outcome? Resource: Ethel's Club is providing free grieving and healing sessions to black folks around the world, led by licensed black therapists. #Millennial's recommendations to fight white supremacy: Educate yourself: Prison Culture blog essential reading, Abolitionist Futures VOTE for candidates and legislation to hold authorities accountable Understand racism doesn't "go away" - it mutates. Confront your implicit biases Amplify the voices of people of color (and know when to shut up and listen) Support organizations across the country covering the bail and legal fees for arrested protestors: The Bail Project, Minnesota Freedom Fund, Brooklyn Community Bail Fund, Atlanta Solidarity Fund, The National Bail Fund Network. Support black businesses in your area: Official Black Wall Street, EatOkra (iOS and Android). We see you, we stand with you, we're here for you. #BlackLivesMatter This week's show recommendations: AMC's Quiz (Andrew), Netflix's Dead to Me (Laura), and ‘Why I’m No Longer Talking To White People About Race’ by Reni Eddo-Lodge (Pam). And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: JK Rowling showing some TERF-dom... again... How does this impact our love of the Harry Potter series? We confront some of our own implicit biases. After taking this implicit bias test on race, we share our results, what they mean, and how we can get better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode is dedicated to Charlie the cat - #ForCharlie! ❤️ In their latest move toward world domination, Disney+ will be bringing us a Percy Jackson TV series and... *drumroll* 🎶Alexander Hamilton🎶 Listener feedback has us discussing when we'll be comfortable going back to the movies, and how to deal with a job that is financially comfortable, but mentally draining. President Hydroxychloroquine is peddling a new Obama conspiracy theory and thinks he lives in an episode of Star Trek. Faux meat sales are up 264% since the pandemic began, and Laura has an unsettling Beyond Meat story. The Quarantine Game - how many of these 25 quarantine experiences apply to you? A surprise debate takes the panel by storm: is it gross not to shower daily? To get a Peloton, or not to get a Peloton? (But really, who tf can afford a Peloton?) Twitter is taking steps to let users know when tweets contain disputed or misleading COVID-19 information. These rules allegedly apply to world leaders, but do we believe Trump will be held accountable? Instagram is also making some changes, but they're hoping to help you fight the haters: they'll be making it possible to delete comments and block specific accounts from commenting in bulk. In honor of the start of summer, we've got some relaxing recommendations: ABC summer game shows (Andrew), Pitch season 1 on Hulu (Pam), and using this time to reconnect with long-lost friends (Laura). This week's episode is sponsored by Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com and enter code MILL for $100 off your first month). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: We took the 16Personalities quiz and got some interesting results. One of our panel is an introvert, and the other two are extroverts. Who do you think got these results? We're all turbulent, and we dig into what that means for each of us, and how we all experience imposter syndrome. Which celebrities share our personality types? Some of the results are intimidating and... odd. We also determine which Harry Potter characters' personalities match our own! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the time of COVID-19, life keeps happening. #Millennial is here to make sure you've got our take on the latest! Andrew's 80-year-old grandmother is getting her first smartphone, Michelle Obama gave us all the feels in Netflix's "Becoming," and what we think of stupid people who refuse to wear masks. Listener feedback gives us a perspective on what the new normal for open office layouts may be, and a confession about a listener dreaming of being in a thruple with Andrew and Pat. Adele made headlines when she posted a full-body picture on Instagram, which made it very clear she has lost weight. The internet is divided over whether to celebrate Adele's "hot new bod" or to re-think the way we acknowledge body transformations. We get personal and share stories of people commenting on our bodies, and the longterm impact of those comments. While Laura is free to go bowling and get her nails did (she isn't), looks like Andrew will be sheltering in place for a while longer due to Illinois not lifting its stay-at-home order. Georgia continues to be the shame of the nation: why the murder of Ahmaud Arbery is just not getting attention, and why we're not convinced a grand jury will deliver justice. We welcome BAE Supporter, Tiara to the show! She uses her background in cybersecurity to educate us about how to keep our banking information safe, and she tests her #Millennial knowledge with a new quiz. One of the hosts has sex toys, two of the hosts have none. Guess who! This week's recommendations will give you some stay-home motivation: Taking advantage of quarantine meal kits provided by local restaurants (Andrew), Electric spin scrub brushes for all your grout-cleaning needs (Laura), Target drive-up service (Pam), and Hulu's "Nashville" (Tiara). And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: Many of us are getting it up during quarantine, which has caused an erection of sex toy sales. Laura gives an update on her latest home water damage saga. Her takeaways: asbestos is a bitch, don't back down on liable parties, and she and Marc won't be able to move home for quite a while. Tiara prompts an interesting discussion by asking how it feels to move back in with your parents. Moving back in with parents in early twenties vs early thirties - GAME CHANGER! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's #Millennial, Micah is back, Nicholas Cage is "back," and a new Twilight book is coming out. What year is it?! At the top of the show, we address the latest in Tara Reade's sexual assault allegations against presumptive Democratic nominee for President, Joe Biden. What do we make of Reade's allegations, and has Joe Biden handled this well? (Spoiler: No.) The latest projections for for COVID-19 infections and deaths finally freak Andrew out, and our entire panel is slated to stay home through the summer. Why is the U.S. a COVID-19 hotspot? Because we're a hot mess. Period. Since Laura has been forced to break quarantine due to her home disaster, we share some listener stories about the circumstances outside our control that force our hands on quarantine. The soon-to-be bankrupt AMC is fighting with Universal Studios over... trolls? Really? Now? How could move theaters have better prepared for the very clear direction at-home streaming is taking us culturally? This week's recommendations are some binge-worthy shows and a fun social distancing game: Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert's nightly monologues (Andrew), Good Omens (Laura), Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (Pam), and "Psych!" by Ellen Degeneres. This week's episode is sponsored by Raycon (go to https://www.buyraycon.com/mill for 15% off your order). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: How did we get hereeeeee? It's an Imprint reunion to celebrate the announcement that Stephenie Meyer is FINALLY releasing Midnight Sun! Former Imprint host Andrea joins us, so the gang is back together again! We reminisce about our favorite fandom memories, and what it meant to have another book series to dive into post-Harry Potter. Can you enjoy a book and still criticize it? Of course! We all commit to reading Midnight Sun within 24 hours of its release and (potentially) a Twilight movie commentary? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode really shows our age, but we're here with our thrown-out backs and quarantine drama to cover the latest, so buckle up! Andrew threw out his back last week and was a total embarrassment during his first visit to the chiropractor. We think it's really nice that Kim Jong Un has decided Trump's crazy is enough for the world right now (but really he prob dead). Laura calls the Georgia Governor's Mansion and requests a tour to celebrate the end of shelter in place. Donald Trump makes his stupidest comments yet during the coronavirus pandemic. If an autocrat injects Clorox into his lungs and Dr. Fauci isn't there to stop him, does anyone really care? GAME: Andrew quizzes us about some of the stupidest things U.S. Presidents and Vice Presidents have said. If you've been having weird dreams lately, the 'rona may be to blame according to a UC Berkeley neuroscience professor. Laura reveals some of her weirdest sleep talk moments, while Pam goes all Groot in her anxiety dreams. BAE Choice: How to handle loud upstairs neighbors with children during the pandemic? This week's recommendations are big on the catharsis we all need: Disect, season 6 - Beyonce's 'Lemonade' (Pam), Elderflower Liqueur (Laura), turning turnips on Andrew's Animal Crossing island (Andrew). And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: The downside of homeownership: maintenance and neighbors. Laura recounts what happened to her home, where she's staying now, and what the next steps are. But is the Hillary standee okay??? So. many. reasons. to. have. adequate. insurance (for homeowners and renters!). Don't skimp - it'll be a lifesaver when your neighbor's water heater leaks all over your shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back on 4/20 to ask the question... is there a light appearing at the end of this coronatunnel? Yes, but let's not rush it, Republican Governors. A Confessional writer takes some heat from a well-meaning, but possibly misguided friend, and we talk about why it's okay to feel grief about the current state of affairs. While San Diego Comic Con has canceled, movie theaters are plotting their plans for reopening. Given that movie theaters are nasty anyway, who among us will brave the new normal with 200 of our closest friends for 3 hours? In the meantime, our favorite entertainers have been taking to YouTube and Zoom to keep us sane. Check out the Disney Singalong, Together At Home, Some Good News with John Krasinski, and Frank Turner's Live on Facebook series! Has everyone gotten their stimulus payments yet? Laura hasn't, and she's got a bone to pick with the IRS about its shitty website. And what's with Trump's signature in the memo field on checks? Speaking of Laura's rage, her state's governor has decided to re-open the state after just two weeks of shelter in place. We guess Brian Kemp figures people can't vote in November if they die in May. We continue our BAE choice series this week by taking some of your questions about how to cope. At the end of the day, you've gotta do the best you can. How much screen time is "too much" for kids? We call BS on the demonization of kids playing on smart devices. We've got some feel-good recommendations for you this week: The new Who Wants to be a Millionaire (Andrew), Project Wren (Laura), and Bon Appetit (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com and enter code TCO for $100 off your first month) and Stamps.com (https://www.stamps.com and enter promo code MILL for a 4-week trial PLUS free postage AND a digital scale). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: We've turned all of After Dark this week into a drinking game: no saying each others' names, no saying "drink," and no swearing. Trust that we fucked this up early on. Catherine is our latest Surprise Bitch! victim, and as a Canadian, she brings some much-needed perspective to our regional dialects conversation. Can this Buzzfeed quiz guess where you live based on your answers? You guys vs Y'all, Roly Poly vs Potato Bug - we debate the intricacies of US dialects. To continue our drinking game, we add a game of Categories to the mix. Catherine catches us all off-guard with her category, and hilarity ensues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#Millennial is back, and we're playing "Guess Who's Drinking?" on this week's episode. Take a listen and decide who YOU think is hitting the sauce, and email us with your guess. Seriously though, who doesn't hate Comcast? Laura chronicles a days long fight she had with America's most hated internet company to come pick up their damn cable line. Bernie Sanders is being all useful and shit by endorsing Joe Biden, meanwhile none of us have left the house. The first stimulus payments have begun hitting Americans' bank accounts! If the IRS does not have your direct deposit information, click here to keep an eye on the application for your payment. Dr. Fauci says we should never shake hands again, Apple and Google teaming up on some COVID-19 tech that makes a portion of our panel nervous, and 52% of people under the age of 45 have lost a job or had their hours reduced. The Republican party is really letting their IDGAF flag fly: widespread resistance to absentee/mail-in voting expansion is looking to be the hot voter suppression approach of 2020. The cherry on top? Trump and GOP hoping to let the U.S. Postal Service fail. In lighter news, we review the latest streaming app to hit the market, Quibi! Our verdict? Some hits, some misses, time will tell. BAE Supporter Pauline wants to know if we think COVID will change the way we decline socialization. "That's my secret, Captain. I always decline socialization." It's an entertainment jamboree for this week's recommendations: Mad Men (Andrew), Bong Joon-Ho's "The Host" (Laura), and ‘Saint Cloud’ by Waxahatchee (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by listeners like you. Due to the pandemic, a number of podcast advertisers have had to drastically reduce their ad buys. It makes us so glad to be a listener supported show that we're able to stay afloat in these uncertain times, and we'd love your support. Even a $2 pledge or simply subscribing to the show on your favorite podcasting app really helps us! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available exclusively on Patreon: Andrew recounts going "totally Karen" during a battle with an obnoxious human over a parking space. We revisit our New Year's Resolutions in an effort to re-define their scope given our current reality. Pam has some great ideas for helping Laura achieve her journaling goals! "If my mental health calls for cookies, I'm having cookies." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Laura's stupid Governor just realized how virus transmission works. Better late than never? We're back, and taking no prisoners when it comes to stupid people. We're making the most out of our shelter in place orders: Pam tries CBD oil and Andrew wins $17 in a Mario Kart tournament. We play the latest social media challenge of listing 10 things we dislike, but everyone else seems to love. Sorry not sorry. Take your pink wines, cupcakes, and cheesecakes elsewhere, Karen! Is it possible to dislike someone's music, but still recognize their talent and respect them as an artist? This week in Corona: double checking your unemployment payments for the additional $600/week from the CARES act, how to handle a break up during a pandemic, and to mask or not to mask? Streaming and coronavirus have one thing in common: killing album sales. At least they can't blame millennials for killing this one. And yet, vinyl sales have never been more popular. They can probably blame us for being a generation of hipsters. This week's recommendations will take care of your body and soul: Truly's Lemon Hard Seltzer (Andrew), browning your butter (Pam), and Killer Queen for Nintendo Switch (Laura). This week's episode is sponsored by Stamps.com (https://www.stamps.com and enter promo code MILL to get a 4-week trial PLUS free postage AND a digital scale). And in this week's installment of After Dark: We have got some shit to talk on people doing dumb and heartless things during a pandemic. People ignoring isolation recommendations, micromanaging employees who have been exposed to COVID-19, and serving up a platter of heartless heartbreak. What is wrong with people?! We also take the Statistical "Which Character" quiz from Psychometrics, which reveals some of our less-desirable personality traits in the form of lame and evil characters. Oops! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Come one, come all, it's time for another edition of #Millennial! Where the adulting is pretend and the talk is real. Have you filled out the census yet? Don't forget to be counted! We'll be hosting a coffee break with our friends over at MuggleCast, open to all! Join us Wednesday 4/1 from 3-4 PM EST - links will be posted on social! The Number is back to show us just how much more time we're all spending streaming, gaming, and binging. In happy news, many of us have purportedly reverted to simpler methods of entertainment: puzzle making, cooking, going for actual WALKS. To keep ourselves entertained for the long haul, we're committing to catching up on pop culture we've missed: Laura will watch Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Andrew The West Wing, and Pam The Matrix trilogy. Will they or won't they provide ventilators to NYC's overwhelmed hospitals? This week in Corona gives the latest updates on the pandemic, as well as breaks down what to expect from the $2 trillion stimulus passed by Congress last week. Laura's successfully gotten a deferral on a few of her monthly bills for April, and she's got some tips about how you can too! BAE Ning Xi joins us all the way from Singapore, and clearly has superior internet to all of us. We chat about working out from home (WOFH?) with Ning Xi, and she shares her journey as well as her favorite at-home work out tips. Looking for more to keep you entertained during #shelterinplace? This week's recommendations have got you, fam: One Day At A Time season 4 (Pam), Man of Medan for PS4 (Laura), Ozark season 3 (Andrew), and "Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows" by Balli Kaur Jaswal (Ning Xi). This week's episode is sponsored by Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com or download the app and enter code MILL for $100 off your first month) and ThirdLove (https://www.thirdlove.com/millennial for 15% off your first purchase). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And to play us out this week... the incredible, the insatiable... Joe Exotic, with "Here Kitty Kitty." God help us. And in this week's installment of After Dark: Pam and Andrew both have folks in their lives not taking COVID-19 seriously. How to handle people in your life who are putting others at risk! New York City put out some delightful recommendations for safe sex amidst COVID-19, and we're here to share their dos and don'ts. Sex, ok! Kissing, however, might give you the 'rona. Patrons sound off about how their sex lives have been impacted by Miss 'Rona. Remember, you are your safest sex partner! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Well, there's no getting around it: the world is still cray. But we're here to talk about how we can get through it together, and try to find the positives along the way. In the last week: Laura tried (unsuccessfully) to buy toilet paper online, Andrew's city of Chicago has been ordered to shelter in place, and #Millennial hosted a coffee break video stream that was open to any and all to participate. Things to know currently: watch your credit cards for fraud during the COVID-19 crisis, US tax deadline has been pushed to mid-July, Americans may be getting checks to ease the burden, and SOCIAL DISTANCING IS STILL IMPORTANT. In the midst of all this, washed-up politicians are still joining washed-up celebrities on reality TV - the latest misery we've been subjected to? Sarah Palin + bear costume + Baby got back. Apart from normalizing the likes of Sean Spicer and Rick Perry, we've got some gripes about realty TV giving these failed public servants airtime. Technology's effect on anxiety levels is an acknowledged issue, but what about its ability to possibly help minimize anxiety symptoms? Apps like SuperBetter, Happify, and Headspace are great resources we've used to practice mindfulness and minimize negative thinking. And BrightMind is currently offering a free year of their meditation app in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. This week's recommendations are sure to help grant some much-needed peace: "Ugly Delicious" (Pam), Animal Crossing (Laura & Andrew), and the Daniel Craig "Bond" movies (Andrew). This week's episode is sponsored by Honeybook (https://www.HoneyBook.com/MILL to get 50% off), Bombas (https://www.bombas.com/MILL for 20% off your first purchase), and UnTuckit (https://www.untuckit.com and use code MILL for 20% off your first order). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark: We show you how to socialize distantly while playing a Jackbox games classic, Drawful! For instructions on setting this up, click here. Marc and Pat join us to up our player numbers and make things more interesting. One of our self portraits is a penis. Can you guess who? "It looks like... a puddle of puke. Or a swimming pool." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cooped up inside with nothing to do? So are we. We're all in this together! As we navigate this crisis together, #Millennial recommends making donations (if you can!) to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy's COVID-19 Response Fund. You can also donate your time and resources - here are some recommendations. Primaries delayed, schools closed, and many working from home - how to cope, and what to expect? We offer some of our best work from home (WFH) practices in light of #socialdistancing. To pajama, or not to pajama? That is the question. How do you stay motivated during the day, and keep yourself from going crazy? What are some of the challenges to suddenly working from home with your roommates/significant others? One bright side is this crisis may open the housing market to more millennials, with interest rates falling. What do we think of trendy home buying programs like Divvy and Knock? This week's recommendations will have you all set for quarantining: Celestial's Sleepy Time herbal tea (Andrew), if you must, visiting your grocery store at off-peak times (Laura), and Josh Gad's bedtime stories on Twitter (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/MILL), ZipRecruiter (https://www.ziprecruiter.com/millennial to try ZipRecruiter FREE), and bioClarity (https://www.bioclarity.com and enter promo code MIL for 15% off everything on their website). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: Surprise Bitch! to our favorite Alabama sunflower. <3 Stuck at home and want to hang out with your friends? We're here to show you how you can play "Never Have I Ever" via video conferencing! "Never Have I Ever..." leaves Andrew feeling targeted. The rounds inspire the panel to tell new stories about things they've done, including (but not limited to) having sex in cars, getting thrown out of bars, and sending desperate sexts to exes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#Millennial is here to remind you to wash 👏🏼 your 👏🏾 damn 👏🏻 hands 👏🏿, but also to tell you about our drunk shopping habits. As COVID-19 (coronavirus) spreads, the stock market plummets and Orange Julius doesn't think this is a big deal (but still wants to stimulate the economy just in case). We bid adieu to Elizabeth Warren's 2020 campaign, and raise a Bud Light to our favorite progressive. 23% of Americans admitted to making drunk purchases in the last 12 months, but millennials are the guiltiest of culprits in this poll. Pretend adulting moment: many millennials will be completing the census for their household for the first time this year. With options to complete via mail, phone, or online, it's easier than ever to ensure you're counted this year! Why does the Census matter to millennials REP-RE-SEN-TA-TION BABY! While Twitter rolls out "Fleets" (stories that disappear after 24 hours), we roll our eyes. Did we really need this? In the wide world of screenshots, remember that nothing is ever truly gone from the internet, kiddos. In this week's recommendations, Andrew and Laura fight over who gets to recommend Hulu's Hillary docuseries. But you should also try Chick-Fil-A's fish sandwich (Laura) and Thirst Aid Kit (Pam). This week's episode is sponsored by Vistaprint (https://www.vistaprint.com and enter promo code Mill for free shipping on all business cards, any style, any quantity) and Stamps.com (https://www.stamps.com and enter promo code MILL for a 4-week trial PLUS free postage AND a digital scale without any longterm commitment). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available on Patreon: We take a quiz together to determine our Enneagram Personality Types. What are the pros and cons of personality tests? Do we regard them well? The panel's results are pretty revealing... and not the most flattering some feel? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"And then there were... 5." #Millennial is here to tell you everything you need to know to cut through this week's bullshit. If Laura's student loan repayments aren't re-certified, do they even exist? The stock market yoyos in the face of coronavirus, and we wonder if now is a good time to buy, or if the economy will survive long enough to justify such investments. As a panel that doesn't consist of any medical professionals, our best advice for avoiding coronavirus? Don't be nasty. But for real, do the same things you're doing to avoid the flu. Not doing anything? Fucking fix that. We're down to Biden, Sanders, Warren, Gabbard (lol), and Blooomberg (wtf) in the field of Democratic contenders for 2020. How will we be deciding who to vote for in our state primaries if our preferred candidate drops out before then? Listener feedback covers how IUDs, while great for some, are not the answer for everyone. Also, how to have a dialogue with your partner about your sexless relationship. Disney+ got so many millennials in the door with the promise of Disney Channel original reboots featuring our favorite teen protagonists all grown up. Now it appears they don't want things to be too grown up. Practice some self-care with this week's recommendations: Instapot (Pam), Generation Clay Brightening Purple Clay Mask (Laura), and HBO's McMillions (Andrew). This week's episode is sponsored by Honeyboook (for 50% off your first year). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available to all Patrons this week: One of our panel is celebrating an anniversary while a few divorces happen in their friend group. The panel reflects on various stages of life through the lens of the relationships that defined those periods. We're all SUPER glad we didn't marry those people (no offense?). And a check in on our New Year's resolutions? Who's killing it, who's sucking, and who needs to recalibrate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oh my #Millennial, there's so much to talk about this week! Crack open a cold one, light one up, and join us! Feel the Bern: a decisive Nevada (Nev-AAAH-duh) win propels Bernie Sanders to the head of the pack, making his nomination all the more likely. Mike Bloomberg tragically died at the most recent Democratic debate when Elizabeth Warren melted his face off on live TV. Coronavirus = King of the viruses? Not only is the potential pandemic hurting Hollywood, global markets are reacting negatively, and certain localities are seeing an increase in discrimination against Asians. The US continues its perilous election dance with Russia as both Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders receive intelligence about Russian interference with the campaign season. "Back in our day we only had 6 seconds!" Our old af panel reacts to TikTok. We turn the "5 movies to get to know me" meme into a game on the show and try to guess who is defined by which films. #Millennial BAE Anne joins us to talk about her career as an animal trainer and explain why Andrew isn't a complete asshole (but still kinda) for pretending he has a service support animal. Recommendations run the gamut this week: "Better Call Saul" (Andrew), Urban Decay's 'Born to Run' eyeshadow palette (Laura), "Outlander" season 5 (Pam), and RunDisney (Anne). This week's show is sponsored by Rothy's (https://www.rothys.com/MILL for your new favorite flats), ThirdLove (https://www.thirdlove.com/MILLENNIAL for 15% off your first purchase), and ZipRecruiter (https://www.ziprecruiter.com/millennial to try ZipRecruiter for FREE!). Support #Millennial by supporting our sponsors! And in this week's installment of After Dark, available exclusively on Patreon: Toxic people. We all have them, we (sometimes) love them. How do you get a toxic person out of your life? We discuss personal examples involving romantic relationships and family members we had to cut off. Have WE ever been the toxic people? Tune in for this existential crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices