Zillennials Podcast

Zillennials Podcast

✨Welcome to Zillennials Podcast!✨ Join Kaylee and Lian each week as they talk about personal interests, hobbies, a monthly book club and a quarterly dinner party! 📆 New episodes posted every Monday. 💌 zillennialspodcast@gmail.com

  1. APR 6

    247. Land of Milk and Honey by C Pam Zhang (April 2026 Book Club)

    📖 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast Book Club! This month, Kaylee and Lian the hosts discuss Land of Milk and Honey⁠ by C Pam Zhang, a climate/speculative post-apocalyptic story where smog has ruined most fresh food, reserving real abundance for the ultra-wealthy. They discuss the novel's matter-of-fact and unsettling tone and key themes such as class and privilege, race and identity erasure, food as power and manipulation, ethical questions about food systems, and the moral limits. Kaylee and Lian also talk about two unique stylistic choices the author made fr the book. 00:00 Introduction 00:51 Why This Book Pick 03:32 Writing Style and Themes 05:41 Character, Themes & Plot Discussion 33:14 Writing Style Discussion 38:30 Unreliable Narrator Talk 45:31 Favorite Characters 49:08 Ambiguous Ending 52:10 Wrap Up Next Book 📚 May 4, 2026 Book Club: School for Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan Contact Us! 💌 : zillennialspodcast@gmail.com 📷: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sources & More: 🎶: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Music by InspireTune Productions General Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and all opinion expressed on the show are our own. You should conduct your own research before making any decisions based on recommendations from Zillennials Podcast. (Note: the link(s) above are NOT an affiliate link(s))

    53 min
  2. MAR 30

    246. A Definitive Ranking of Party Themes

    ✨ Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian talk through and loosely rank party themes for anyone who loves hosting! They swap food-focused concepts like "around the world in dishes, a potato party, and eat the movie nights. Beyond food, they discuss how a book exchange could work, why clothes swaps can be tricky, and how murder mystery parties sound fun in theory but stressful in practice. They wrap by comparing hosting a fancy dinner vs. high tea. Tune in to find out which party theme reigns supreme!00:00 Welcome & What We’re Ranking: Party Theme Ideas 00:52 Food-Themed Parties08:58 “Eat the Movie” Night: Themed Menus for Twilight, HP, Elf & More 13:25 Book Exchange Party: Presentations, Blind Picks & Offloading Shelves 18:30 Clothing Swap Party: Sizing, Try-Ons, and Mixed-Group Logistics 21:31 Murder Mystery Party: Fun in Theory vs Roleplay Reality 24:13 Tea Time / High Tea Party: Mini Sandwiches, Dress-Up & DIY Tips 26:10 Top Picks + Wrap-Up 📚 April 6, 2026 Book Club: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Land of Milk and Honey by C Pam Zhang Contact Us! 💌 : zillennialspodcast@gmail.com 📷: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sources & More: 🎶: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Music by InspireTune Productions General Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and all opinion expressed on the show are our own. You should conduct your own research before making any decisions based on recommendations from Zillennials Podcast. (Note: the link(s) above are NOT an affiliate link(s))

    28 min
  3. MAR 23

    245. Zillennials Watches... People We Meet on Vacation

    🍿Welcome back to Zillennials Movie Night! Kaylee and Lian discuss the movie adaptation of Emily Henry’s People We Meet on Vacation. They talk about their own vacation habits, discuss the different trips Poppy and Alex go on, and share their overall thoughts on the film. Check out this episode to find out what the vacation versions of Kaylee and Lian do that the regular Kaylee and Lian wouldn't.00:00 Welcome and Pick 01:14 First Impressions 02:26 Movie Discussion 27:52 Wrap Up and Book Club 📚 April 6, 2026 Book Club: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Land of Milk and Honey⁠ by C Pam Zhang Contact Us! 💌 : zillennialspodcast@gmail.com 📷: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sources & More: 🎶: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Music by InspireTune Productions General Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and all opinion expressed on the show are our own. You should conduct your own research before making any decisions based on recommendations from Zillennials Podcast. (Note: the link(s) above are NOT an affiliate link(s))

    29 min
  4. MAR 2

    242. Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid (March 2026 Book Club)

    📖 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast Book Club! In this episode, Kaylee and Lian discuss ⁠Atmosphere ⁠⁠⁠⁠by Taylor Jenkins Reid, a Women’s History Month pick featuring strong women and a tense, multi-timeline space mission. They dive into Joan’s astronaut journey, her shifting dreams after going to space, and the heartbreaking family dynamic with Barbara—an all-time “worst parent”—and Francis, whom Joan ultimately takes in. They also unpack sexism and systemic barriers at NASA and discuss Joan and Vanessa's relationship.00:00 Introduction01:35 Plot Setup02:39 Joan, Barbara, and Francis18:23 Lydia Versus Joan Dynamics19:54 Systemic Barriers at NASA21:19 Griff's Rejection & Vanessa's Tough Decision24:49 Timeline Suspense and Rereads26:45 Debating the Ending Twist30:53 Conclusion 📚 April 6, 2026 Book Club: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Land of Milk and Honey⁠ by C Pam Zhang Contact Us! 💌 : zillennialspodcast@gmail.com 📷: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sources & More: 🎶: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Music by InspireTune Productions

    33 min
  5. FEB 25

    241. Zillennials Dinner Party: Oven Recipes

    👩🏻‍🍳 Welcome back to Zillennials Podcast Dinner Party! In this winter Dinner Party episode, Kaylee and Lian try two cozy oven-friendly recipes: a chickpea shawarma bowl and a sun-dried tomato tofu ricotta pasta bake. They break down why oven meals feel perfect for colder months, then dive into an honest review of tofu ricotta made with hummus, tofu, lemon juice, and spices. Next, they review the chickpea shawarma, comparing Lian’s mostly-by-the-book approach with Kaylee’s “off-roading” version. Tune in for realistic weeknight-friendly cooking takes, thoughtful recipe modifications, and ideas for making hearty, protein-forward meals while it’s still oven season.00:00 Dinner Party Introduction 00:33 Why Oven Recipes Win in the Winter 00:59 Tofu Ricotta Pasta Bake 17:35 Chickpea Shawarma 26:05 Recipe Verdicts 27:08 What We’re Cooking Now 34:03 Wrap Up and Next Book Club 📚 April 6, 2026 Book Club: Atmosphere ⁠⁠⁠by Taylor Jenkins Reid Contact Us! 💌 : zillennialspodcast@gmail.com 📷: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sources & More: 🎶: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Music by InspireTune Productions General Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and all opinion expressed on the show are our own. You should conduct your own research before making any decisions based on recommendations from Zillennials Podcast. (Note: the link(s) above are NOT an affiliate link(s))

    35 min
5
out of 5
8 Ratings

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✨Welcome to Zillennials Podcast!✨ Join Kaylee and Lian each week as they talk about personal interests, hobbies, a monthly book club and a quarterly dinner party! 📆 New episodes posted every Monday. 💌 zillennialspodcast@gmail.com