The Millennial Matriarch

Alexis Dredden &; Ashlie Triolo-Dekkers
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Millennial hustle meets Matriarch energy. Instagram: @TheMillennialMatriarchPod

  1. 2D AGO

    Beyond the Bedroom: The Real Layers of Intimacy

    If the only way you’re connecting is through sex or a quick hug in the kitchen… babe, we need to talk. In this episode, Alexis and Ashlie peel intimacy all the way back—because it’s not just physical, it’s emotional check-ins, intellectual chemistry, spiritual alignment, and those small, everyday moments that actually hold a relationship together. Turns out, real connection isn’t built in the bedroom,it’s built in the in-between.

    1h 7m

  2. APR 1

    To Kid or Not to Kid

    Everyone assumes you’re going to have kids like it’s a life checkbox, not a life decision. But what if it’s… not? In this 25th episode of The Millennial Matriarch, Ashlie and Alexis get real about the pressure, the expectations, and the quiet questioning that so many people are having but not saying out loud. We’re unpacking the why behind choosing motherhood—or choosing yourself—without apology. From overpopulation anxiety to mental health, from identity to independence, this is a conversation about redefining what a full life actually looks like. Because the truth? Motherhood isn’t a default. It’s a choice. And either way, you deserve to feel confident in it.

    1h 1m

  3. MAR 25

    In the Age of Attraction, We’re All Chasing a Love Story

    Age gaps, messy love stories, and the return of 90s hot-girl minimalism? Say less. This week, we’re diving headfirst into Netflix’s Age of Attraction—a dating experiment that has us questioning everything from chemistry to credibility. We unpack how age shapes attraction, power, and (let’s be honest) respect. Then we zoom out to one of the most iconic love stories—JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, because obviously we’re watching Love Story. And of course, we couldn’t resist a fashion spiral: the 90s are back, effortlessness is the new flex, and Carolyn’s chokehold on our collective aesthetic is alive and well.

    1h 5m

  4. MAR 18

    Monologues from the Millennial Vagina

    Honestly, most of us were raised on bad sex ed, vibes, and straight-up misinformation. This episode is your long-overdue reality check. Alexis and Ashlie break down everything you should’ve learned about your body—from the fact that most women aren’t orgasming from penetration alone (shocking to no one who’s actually tried) to why so many of us grew up confused, mislabeling anatomy, and carrying unnecessary shame. We’re calling out the myths, the stigma, and the weird cultural obsession with what’s “normal” down there. Spoiler: your body isn’t the problem. This is about reclaiming your power, your pleasure, and your confidence with actual facts, real talk, and zero embarrassment. If you’ve ever side-eyed your own body or Googled something at 2am in a panic… this one’s for you.

    1h 24m

  5. MAR 11

    The Shows That Built Us

    Let’s be honest—most of us were raised by television somewhere between TRL and our parents yelling that dinner was ready. The shows we obsessed over didn’t just entertain us… they quietly taught us what beauty was supposed to look like, how love should work, and what “success” meant—often with some pretty questionable messaging baked in. In this episode, Alexis and Ashlie take a nostalgic but brutally honest look back at the pop-culture staples that raised a generation: America's Next Top Model, Sex and the City, Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County, and Jersey Shore. From body standards that would make today’s TikTok therapists spiral to relationship advice that was… let’s call it chaotic at best, they unpack how these iconic shows shaped millennial brains in ways we’re only now starting to question.It’s nostalgia, cultural therapy, and a little “wait… they told us what?”. If you want more of our daily chaos, hot takes, and semi-responsible wisdom, follow us on social: The Millennial Matriarch pod is @TheMillennialMatriarchPod on Instagram & YouTube Ashlie at @millennialmindofash Alexis at @The_Millennial_Matriarch

    1h 9m

  6. MAR 4

    To the Girls Who Didn’t Know Yet

    Let’s be honest: most of us spent our teens and twenties auditioning for a role we thought we were supposed to play. The cool girl. The low-maintenance one. The overachiever. The “chill” girlfriend. The corporate climber. The selfless friend. Pick your costume. But what if the glow-up isn’t becoming someone new, it’s finally coming home to who you were built to be in the first place? Through heartfelt stories and real talk, Alexis and Ashlie remind you that the biggest shifts happen when you stop rushing and start listening.

    1h 7m

  7. FEB 25

    Self-Care isn’t for Sale

    Self-care got rebranded somewhere between a Sephora sale and a $98 candle — and honestly, we’re calling it out. In this episode, Ashlie and Alexis unpack the glossy illusion that self-care is something you can purchase, questioning the billion-dollar wellness machine that quietly profits from our exhaustion and insecurity. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing at “wellness” because your routine doesn’t come with a receipt, this conversation is the reality check you didn’t know you needed. Together, they redefine what care actually looks like: rest that doesn’t require permission, boundaries that protect your peace, and the radical act of doing less in a world obsessed with productivity.

    58 min

  8. FEB 18

    Long Distance, Loud Opinions & Lifelong Loyalty with Alyssa!

    In this episode, Alexis and Ashlie sit down with Alexis’s day-one, Alyssa, for a conversation that’s equal parts therapy session, roast, and love letter to long-term friendship. We’re talking decades deep. From dorm room chaos to bridal party politics to navigating adulthood when life starts lifing hard. The vibe? Honest. Funny. A little tender. A lot real. If you’re juggling long-distance bonds, wedding stress, motherhood shifts, or just wondering how to keep your core people close as life expands—this one’s for you. We’re not just reminiscing. We’re redefining what it means to grow together without losing each other.

    1h 16m
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Millennial hustle meets Matriarch energy. Instagram: @TheMillennialMatriarchPod

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  • Creator
    Alexis Dredden &; Ashlie Triolo-Dekkers
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Alexis Dredden &; Ashlie Triolo-Dekkers
  • Show Website
    The Millennial Matriarch