Dear Millennial With Megan Tan

Megan Tan

4.6 (1.5K)
PERSONAL JOURNALS

Navigating adulthood one question at a time. Hosted by Megan Tan.

JAN 22

Los Angeles: An Unexpected Love

When Megan moved to Los Angeles in 2019, she thought she would fall in love with her job, not the city where her job brought her. If you’re wondering how you can help Los Angeles move toward recovery after the wildfires, you can donate to: California Community Foundation's Wildfire Recovery Fund American Red Cross Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation If you'd rather donate to a specific individual or family, GoFundMe has set up a dedicated page where you can donate to SoCal fire victims, first responders, and others through their individual fundraising accounts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 min
JAN 2

The Show That Was Never Published

Back in 2021, LA-born TV and podcast writer, director, and producer Erick Galindo and I worked together making podcasts and coming up with different ideas. We made pitches and pilots — some of them saw the light of day, others did not. Today, I’m sharing an idea for a show that was never published. “Close to the Sun” a show about real places and people in a magical city told in a magical way. Narrated by Erick Galindo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 min
12/19/2024

What Do You Do When You Want Kids, But The Timing Never Feels Right?

In this episode of Dear Millennial, host Megan Tan answers a question from a listener who finds herself at a crossroads — eager to become a mom but unsure whether the timing is right, especially in a volatile career in media. Joining Megan is Elvia Garcia, co-owner of the James Beard-nominated Evil Cooks, a dynamic culinary business that has overcome its own share of industry challenges. Elvia shares her personal journey of unexpected motherhood during a chaotic period in her career, offering real talk on making big life decisions when the timing feels less than perfect. Dear Millennial is an independent production. To support the show, subscribe to our Patreon! Just go to: http://Patreon.com/DearMillennial. If you have a question you want to submit, email Megan at hey@millennialpodcast.org or call +1 (442) 444-0756‬ and leave a voicemail. Instagram: @meganleetan and the show @millennialpodcast. Dear Millennial is a Tan Lines production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

36 min
12/12/2024

How Do You Move On From a Friendship Breakup?

In this episode of Dear Millennial, Megan responds to a letter from a listener about a longtime friendship that has been tested by loyalty, boundaries, and new relationships. Senior Producer Amor Yates shares her own experience from over a decade ago, reflecting on how she faced a similar dilemma and found a way to heal after a friendship ended. Dear Millennial is an independent production. To support the show, subscribe to our Patreon! Just go to: http://Patreon.com/DearMillennial. If you have a question you want to submit, email Megan at hey@millennialpodcast.org or call +1 (442) 444-0756‬ and leave a voicemail. Instagram: @meganleetan and the show @millennialpodcast. Dear Millennial is a Tan Lines production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

24 min
11/28/2024

What Happens To Your Dreams When You’re Financially Supporting Your Parents?

In this episode of Dear Millennial, host Megan Tan chats with a listener who wrote her a powerful email nearly ten years ago. Elyn Kazarian, a creative director in the music industry, shares her journey from a young artist grappling with family upheaval, financial burdens, and career instability, to navigating adulthood with her mother by her side. Together, they explore the challenges of balancing personal dreams with the responsibility of supporting a financially dependent parent, reflecting on what it means to thrive while caring for the people you love. Dear Millennial is an independent production. To support the show subscribe to our Patreon! Just go to: http://Patreon.com/DearMillennial. If you have a question you want to submit, email Megan at hey@millennialpodcast.org or call +1 (442) 444-0756‬ and leave a voicemail. Instagram: @meganleetan and the show @millennialpodcast. Dear Millennial is a Tan Lines production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

33 min
11/14/2024

I'm Afraid Of Getting Older, How Do I Change This?

In this episode of Dear Millennial, host Megan Tan dives into the inevitable challenge of aging. From the pressures of youth-driven social media to real-life reflections on growing older, Megan explores how we navigate the complexities of age and identity. Megan takes us halfway around the world to Singapore, where traditions and cultural attitudes toward aging provide a different perspective on how we view our later years. Dear Millennial is an independent production. To support the show subscribe to our Patreon! Just go to: http://Patreon.com/DearMillennial. If you have a question you want to submit, email Megan at hey@millennialpodcast.org or call +1 (442) 444-0756‬ and leave a voicemail. Instagram: @meganleetan and the show @millennialpodcast. Dear Millennial is a Tan Lines production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

31 min
11/07/2024

I Always Wanted Something Big To Happen, Did It?

In this episode of Dear Millennial, Megan Tan speaks with Maria, a former CBS employee who wrote to Megan ten years ago about taking a leap of faith in her career by quitting her salaried job to pursue her passion. Together, they discuss how Maria went from creating a DIY podcast on a shoestring budget to landing a full-time job, where she now leads a team. Along the way, Maria talks about the financial and emotional challenges of being a millennial, especially in a world that constantly pushes you to “do more” and “be more.” Dear Millennial is an independent production. To support the show subscribe to our Pateron! Just go to: http://Patreon.com/DearMillennial. If you have a question you want to submit, email Megan at hey@millennialpodcast.org or call +1 (442) 444-0756‬ and leave a voicemail. Instagram: @meganleetan and the show @millennialpodcast Dear Millennial is a Tan Lines production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

24 min
10/31/2024

Am I Letting My Family Down By Living Far Away?

In this episode, Megan is joined by her mom, Susan Tan, as they tackle a letter from a listener grappling with the emotional weight of living far from family. Amor, a millennial who moved from Los Angeles to New York City, shares her struggles with the guilt and the challenges of maintaining close family ties while pursuing her dreams. Discover insights on how to grow independently and maintain a long distance relationship with family. Dear Millennial is an independent production. To support the show subscribe to our Pateron! Just go to: http://Patreon.com/DearMillennial. If you have a question you want to submit, email Megan at hey@millennialpodcast.org or call +1 (442) 444-0756‬ and leave a voicemail. Instagram: @meganleetan and the show @millennialpodcast. Dear Millennial is a Tan Lines production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

32 min

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Real Life Stuff

12/15/2024

VJWild

I’m not a millennial, I’m Gen X, but this podcast grabs at me, nonetheless. If you are currently, or ever were in your twenties, which I suspect is true, you’ll get bits of advice from someone who is brave enough to put it all out there. You’ll find yourself nodding your head quite often.
Therapy

10/31/2024

Voz en LA

This show is therapy for me. Thank you for bringing it back!
Welcome back

10/28/2024

muzachary sounds

I’m so glad this show is back. Megan is such a thoughtful maker and presence.
My Favorite Podcast!

02/02/2021

Workenthusiast

I stumbled upon this podcast while looking for some kind of self help podcast to help me understand how to navigate my 20s. What I found instead was a podcast that truly was there for me when I needed it most. I was comforted by how the experiences I was going through in my life were very much like Megan’s. That I wasn’t alone. She made me believe that even if we feel lost, we will eventually find our way and everything will be okay. I could not recommend this podcast more. I’ve shared it with all my friends and I encourage you to take a listen. I teared up when the last episode played, knowing that I wouldn’t have new episodes to look forward to. Megan, you have truly impacted my life in the short time I’ve been listening. I’m so grateful I stumbled upon your podcast.