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✨ Welcome to Zillennials Podcast!✨ Join Lian and Kaylee each week as they talk about growing up, making mistakes, and finding happiness. Episodes will include discussions of hobbies, social issues, and a monthly book club! New episodes will be posted every Monday.

Zillennials Podcast


    • Jun 16, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 37m AVG DURATION
    • 215 EPISODES


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    213. Ice Cream 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 30:13


    ✨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, and recommendations for top ice cream brands like Tillamook and Ben & Jerry's. Join them for a delightful and nostalgic journey through ice cream memories and preferences.00:00 Welcome to the Ice Cream Podcast!00:21 Childhood Ice Cream Favorites00:43 The Cookie Dough Craze04:50 Ice Cream Toppings and Mix-ins06:51 Current Ice Cream Favorites09:33 Homemade Ice Cream Adventures19:58 Ice Cream Brands and Recommendations26:05 Working at an Ice Cream Shop29:07 Soft Serve vs. Traditional Ice Cream29:35 Wrapping Up and What's Next

    212. Spring Quarter in Review (2025)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 33:55


    ✨ 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 logistics of planning vacations, and the obstacles of balancing work and personal life. Join them for an engaging and varied discussion reflecting the past quarter.00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:34 Spring Goals and Achievements02:27 Quarter Highlights and Memorable Moments04:00 Sustainability and Recycling Discussion09:03 Travel Adventures and Planning Styles12:22 Vacation Planning Challenges17:53 Challenges of the Quarter18:36 Seasonal Social Calendars20:18 Balcony Adventures and Mosquito Woes21:42 Favorite Book Reviews26:54 Board Games and Hypothetical Children29:20 TV Shows and Background Entertainment32:10 Music and Podcasts33:16 Wrapping Up and Next Book Club

    211. Slippery Creatures by K-J Charles (June 2025 BC)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 30:42


    ✨ 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 and consider whether they will continue reading the series. Tune in for an engaging conversation about romance, mystery, and representation.00:00 Welcome to the Zillennials Book Club00:25 Author Bio: KJ Charles01:30 Book Summary and Initial Impressions02:25 Character Dynamics and Relationships03:45 Historical Context and Representation06:03 Discussion on Diversity and Representation11:18 Kim's Character Analysis12:11 Will's Struggles and Companionship16:05 Mystery Elements in Slippery Creatures19:01 Final Thoughts and Recommendations30:00 Upcoming Book Club and Closing Remarks

    210. Ranking Emily Henry Romance Novels

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 30:03


    ✨ 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 Emily Henry's writing, and favorite tropes and characters. Tune in to find out which Emily Henry novel comes out on top and to hear personal anecdotes about small-town life and friendships.00:00 Introduction to Emily Henry's Romance Books00:57 Diving into 'Funny Story'02:29 Comparing 'Beach Read' and 'Funny Story'03:53 Character Development in Emily Henry's Books06:45 Exploring 'Book Lovers' and 'Happy Place'14:36 Midwest Love in 'Funny Story'18:41 Small Town Life and Personal Anecdotes26:15 Final Thoughts and Recommendations29:16 Conclusion and Next Book Club Announcement

    209. Raising the Hypothetical Child

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 36:02


    ✨ 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 including homeschooling and public school, the pros and cons of sleepovers, and considerations for children's diets. The episode offers a mix of personal reflections, hypothetical scenarios, and social media trends in parenting.

    208. Discovering Gateway Games - feat. Jason!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 45:54


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials, hosts Kaylee and Lian are joined by special guest Jason to explore the world of gateway board games.They discuss their personal journeys into board gaming, the significance of finding friends who share the same hobby, and some of their favorite introductory games like Ticket to Ride and Catan.The conversation dives into different game mechanics such as deck builders and roll and writes, and highlights how theme and simplicity play vital roles in attracting new players.Lian and Jason also share their experiences at board game conventions and provide tips for those looking to delve deeper into the hobby.

    207. Not Your China Doll by Katie Gee Salisbury (May 2025 BC)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 35:50


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode of the Kaylee and Lian discuss Not Your China Doll⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Katie Gee Salisbury. They share a summary of the author's background, delve into Anna May Wong's life and film career, and explore her influence as the first Asian American movie star.

    206. This or That - Round 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 32:33


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! On this episode, Kaylee and Lian are debating the following subjects:Skirts vs. ShortsPool vs. BeachHallmark or Horror MoviesSnorkel vs. Scuba DiveA/C vs. HeatingWhat is a leftover?Skydiving or skydiving or bungee jumping?

    205. Zillennials Watches: Wish

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 28:59


    204. Zillennials Dinner Party: Breakfast!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 28:36


    203. Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros (April 2025 BC) - feat. Ruhika!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 46:13


    202. Reading Round Up - vol. 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 29:36


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! On this volume of reading round up, Kaylee discusses what she thinks of Rebecca Yarros's romance novels. Lian discusses and recommends some books she's read over the last couple of months.

    200. Winter 2024-25 Quarter in Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 23:06


    ❄️ Welcom back to Zillennials Podcast's Winter 2024-25 Quarter in review! Kaylee and Lian reflect on their 2025 goals, highlights and challenges from the winter, and some favorite things.

    199. Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado Perez (Mar. 2025 BC)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 37:35


    193. Food Fight - Round 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 32:29


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! Kaylee and Lian debate various food topics and come to the following conclusions: You should not be cutting your spaghetti with a knife; it doesn't matter how you eat your Oreos; boxed is not the same as homemade - unless it's the Ghirardelli Brownie Box mix.

    192. State of the Pod 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 33:20


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! Kaylee and Lian look back at Season 4 highlights and look ahead to Season 5. They discuss their 2025 goals and debate the best technique for a handstand.

    190. Zillennials Watches Christmas Movies: A Merry Scottish Christmas & Holidate (2024)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 34:50


    189. Reading Roundup - vol. 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 35:16


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! On this episode, Kaylee and Lian are discussing all things books! Kaylee shares her thoughts on Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid and Tender is the Flesh by Augustina Bazterrica. Lian discusses Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty, Sandwich by Catherine Newman, and Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten.

    188. Fall 2024 Quarter in Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 47:49


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! Join Kaylee and Lian as they discuss their fall quarter. The highs, lows, and favorites.

    187. Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid (Dec. 2024 BC))

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 36:21


    186. This or That - Round 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 31:38


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! This episode was inspired by Lian's brief survey on whether her friends would rather have anesthesia or indoor plumbing. Kaylee and Lian both agree on anesthesia. The hosts also discuss personal chef vs. personal maid, and whether they would want their pets to live as long as they do, have no vet bills, or know what their pets think. Do Kaylee and Lian agree on everything? Listen to find out!

    185. Apartment Decor (2024 edition!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 30:52


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! Today, Kaylee and Lian are re-visiting the topic of one of the show's most popular episodes: Apartment Decor! What do the hosts think about closets without doors, millennial grey, open shelving and lava lamps? Take a listen to find out!

    184. Fire Keeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley (Nov. 2024 BC)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 27:21


    183. Zillennials Watch Halloween Movies: Hocus Pocus 2 & Wallace & Gromit: Curse of the Ware Rabbit)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 21:33


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! Today, Kaylee and Lian are getting in the Halloween spirit and discussing some Halloween movies. They discuss whether Hocus Pocus 2 lives up to the original and what they think about the claymation animation style of Wallace and Gromit.

    181. Regional Foods

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 32:41


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! On this episode Kaylee and Lian are talking all things regional foods. Is lamb cake really only found in the Midwest? Do Boston Cream Pies or donuts sell better? Is chili basically a pasta sauce? Kaylee and Lian would love to know your thoughts!

    179. Reading Round Up - vol. 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 25:33


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! On this episode Kaylee and Lian have a lovely chat about all things books! Each host shares books that she has read recently and books she looks forward to reading soon.

    178. Recipe Mishaps

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 35:42


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! Kaylee and Lian love to cook and try new recipes. However, things do not always go according to plan. This episode is dedicated to those times.

    177. Look Mom, I Made It! (House Edition)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 38:31


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! Kaylee and Lian would love to buy homes one day. The cost of entry and other costs of home ownership can make this a challenge for many Zillennials. On this episode, Kaylee and Lian discussion features of a home that woudl signify that they "made it."

    176. Summer 2024 Quarter in Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 31:35


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast. On this episode, Kaylee and Lian reflect on their Summer 2024. The quarter was a mix of highlights, challenges, and spending time enjoying favorites of the quarter.

    175. Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice by Elle Cosimano (Sept. 2024 BC)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 30:36


    174. Am I in the Wrong or Right?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 41:11


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! On this episode Kaylee and Lian are discussing AITA posts collected from Redit. Are these people in the wrong or right? Listen to find out the hosts personal opinions about these sticky situations.

    173. Our Recent Obsessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 41:11


    Looking for your next podcast or content binge? Join Kaylee and Lian as they talk about our recent obsessions, from cruise ship videos to law/crime and fantasy book podcasts!

    171. ZBC: Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi - feat. JC

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 28:15


    170. Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune (July 2024 BC)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 31:32


    169. Talking Like the Youth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 21:27


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! This episode is inspired by Kaylee's days in the classroom where she was exposed to the slang terms of the younger generations. Lian talks about which terms she knows and guesses the meaning of some of the others. Then Kaylee and Lian discuss which term is their favorite and the slang terms they use in their daily lives.

    168. Reading Round Up - vol. 5 - feat. Ruhika!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 57:15


    ✨ Welcome Back to Zillennials Podcast! On this episode Kaylee, Lian and Ruhika (⁠BookishBurrow⁠⁠) are talking all about books! They chat about what they've read recently, what books they're looking forward to reading and... cats because why not talk about cats!

    167. Spring 2024 Quarter in Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 22:23


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! On this episode Kaylee and Lian are talking all about their highlights, challenges, and favorites of Spring 2024.

    166. The Celebrants by Steven Rowley (Jun 2024 BC)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2024 35:10


    165. Summer 2024 Bucket List

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 29:45


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! The air is warming and the days are getting longer. On this episode Kaylee and Lian are sharing what summer activities they are looking forward to.

    164. Zillennials Ranks the Best Foods to Chop - feat. Mark!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2024 31:42


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! On this epsidoe Kaylee and Lian are joined by special guest, Mark, to discuss which foods are the best to chop. Lian strongly believes that mushrooms deserve the top spot. Do Kaylee and Mark agree? Listen to find out!

    163. April Showers Bring May Flowers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 35:42


    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! On this episode Kaylee and Lian are talking all things flowers with some tangents about gardening generally and the forthcoming great cicada event of 2024.

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