Zillennials Podcast

📖 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast Book Club! This episode features a holiday-themed book club discussion on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Everyone This Christmas Has a Secret ⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Benjamin Stevenson. Kaylee and Lian dive into the plot, characters, and unique advent calendar structure of the book. They share their thoughts on the Christmas mystery's pacing, the narration style, and the complexity of th...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! On this episode, Kaylee and Lian debate classic Thanksgiving dishes. They discuss the merits of cornbread vs. regular stuffing, fresh vs. canned cranberry sauce, and turkey vs. sides. Listen in to savor the delicious arguments and gather some ideas for your holiday menu!00:00 Welcome to the Food Fight: Thanksgiving Edition 00:32 Cornbread vs. Regular Stuffin...

🎶 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast Music Swap! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian are joined by Leila, to embark on a nostalgic music swap. They share songs that defined their childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood, including a defining 4th Grade “morning song”, a One Direction classic, and a Spanish-language, and other 2000s hits. Join them for a heartwarming journey through memorable tune...

📖 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast Book Club! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian dive into their latest book club selection, We Will be Jaguars⁠⁠⁠: A Memoir of My People by Nemonte Nenquimo and Mitch Anderson. They discuss the book's exploration of Catholic missionary influence and environmental impacts of oil drilling in Amazon Rainforest. The hosts also delve into the complexities of trans...

🍿 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian get into the Halloween spirit by revisiting the classic 1990s movie Halloween Town. They reminisce about their childhoods, discuss the plot and characters, and compare it to another Halloween favorite, Hocus Pocus. The conversation explores the pros and cons of childhood nostalgia, the portrayal of family dynamics, and the pe...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian passionately debate their rankings of various Halloween candies. They discuss the evolving nature of candy preferences, the versatility of Kit Kats, and the controversial status of candy corn. Along the way, they explore the unique uses of classic candies in seasonal treats like s'mores. Tune in to hear entertaining debat...

👩🏻‍🍳 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast Dinner Party! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian celebrate Halloween early by sharing and discussing two healthier Halloween recipes they tried. The hosts talk about making healthy Reese's eggs and date Snickers, including the ease of preparation, challenges with freezer space, and differences in taste compared to traditional candies. They share their...

📖 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast Book Club! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian delve into the chaotic and morally complex world of ⁠⁠⁠Sign Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Claudia Lux ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The hosts discuss the book's unexpected tone, the morally grey characters, and its darker-than-expected themes. Kaylee and Lian explore key plot twists, their thoughts on the characters' actions, and the novel&#39...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian share the books they've been reading and books they want to read. The books include a review of The Sky On Fire by Jen Lyons, Briar Club by Kate Quinn, Murder Takes a Vacation by Laura Lippman and highlights other reads such as Burning God by RF Kwang and Nobody Was Supposed to Die at This Wedding by Catherine Mack. Join the...

🎶 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian dive into their third music swap, exploring the theme 'In My Feels.' They exchange and discuss songs ranging from Ed Sheeran's nostalgic 'Old Phone' to Ben Rector's reflective 'Wrecked.' They also explore songs by artists like Jahna Amani and Ari Lennox, and Jagged Jaw,=. Whether you're looking for new music or intrigued by t...

🍿 Welcome back to Zillennials Movie Night! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian discuss the sequel to the beloved Disney movie, Moana. The hosts explore the differences in pacing and musical content compared to the first film, and share their thoughts on character development and animation quality, and debate the effectiveness of sequels. Finally, they consider whether Moana 2 lives up to its predece...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this Summer 2025 Quarter in Review, Kaylee and Lian reflect on their goals, highlights, challenges, and favorites of the past three months. They discuss the joy of reconnecting with friends, drive-in movie adventures, and a cozy board game retreat. The episode also covers challenges like organizing, eating well, and coping with personal loss. To wrap up,...

📖 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast Book Club! This month Kaylee and Lian read Big Chicas Don't Cry by Annette Chavez Macias. The hosts delve into the relationships among the four cousins—Selena, Gracie, Mari, and Erica—and whether the focus on their individual love stories overshadowed the familial bonds. Kaylee and Lian also address the different jobs and life situations of the cousins, c...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian delve into their dreams and plans for what they would do if they won the lottery. They discuss whether they would choose a lump sum or scheduled payments and potential purchases ranging from buying homes to traveling the world on a houseboat, and even considering private chefs and housekeepers. Finally, they muse over how win...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian dive into Volume 2 of their Music Swap series. They discuss their favorite guilty pleasure songs, share the catchy rhythms that they didn’t like at first, and explore the interesting energy certain tracks bring to the table. Highlights include commentary on Shaboozy's bar song 'Tipsy,' the nostalgic vibes of Shania Twain's 'U...

🍿 Welcome back to Zillennials Movie Night! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian review Inside Out 2 and share their thoughts on the movie. The hosts delve into memorable scenes from the first Inside Out film, discuss the depiction of emotions in the sequel, and evaluate the mix of animation styles used. They highlight key themes such as the role of anxiety and other emotions in personal development....

📖 Book Club Discussion: The Amalfi Curse by Sarah PennerWelcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian delve into their latest book club pick, The Amalfi Curse by Sarah Penner. They discuss the selection process for the book, its dual timeline and multi-perspective narrative structure, and the character development throughout the story. The hosts share their thoughts on the...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian discuss Sunrise on the Reaping⁠⁠⁠ by Suzanne Collins. They compare this new installment with the previous books in the Hunger Games series, delve into Suzanne Collins' writing style and background, and provide a thorough plot summary focusing on Haymitch's journey. The hosts also explore thematic elements such as medi...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian venture into the kitchen with Chat GPT to test out AI-generated recipes for a Zillennials dinner party. They discuss their experiences making tofu stir fry and sweet potato brownies, highlighting the successes and pitfalls of each recipe. The hosts talk about ingredient swaps, flavor adjustments, and the overall feasibility o...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian host a reading roundup featuring their favorite reads and current book obsessions. Joined by special guest Ruhika, the trio discusses a variety of books from romance to fantasy and everything in between. They also share their experiences with audiobook narrations, debate the struggle of DNF (Did Not Finish) books, and explore...

✨Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian dive into the world of ice cream to get you in the mood for summer. The hosts reminisce about childhood favorite flavors, discuss the raw cookie dough trend, and share insights on working in an ice cream shop. The conversation also covers the pros and cons of various ice cream toppings, the best and worst ice cream flavors, an...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian review their spring quarter by discussing their goals, challenges, and favorite moments. They talk about book reviews, adventures in hiking, and personal highlights like social gatherings and travel experiences. The hosts also dive into various tangents, including sustainable practices like composting vs. recycling, the logis...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian dive into a discussion of 'Slippery Creatures' by KJ Charles. The hosts share their thoughts on key characters like Will Darling and Kim Secretin, delve into themes such as LGBTQ representation and historical accuracy, and analyze the complexities of relationships portrayed in the book. They also debate Kim's moral standing a...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian rank and review Emily Henry's romance novels, including Beach Read, People We Meet on Vacation, Book Lovers, Happy Place, Funny Story, and Great Big Beautiful Life. The hostsexplore character development, plot intricacies, and overall vibes of each book. Discussions include comparisons between the books, the evolution of Emil...

✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian dive into the hypothetical realm of raising a child, addressing various parenting techniques and practices. They explore topics such as the pros and cons of sleep training, the viability of being a stay-at-home parent versus working, and their stance on children's use of electronics. They also discuss education choices in...