Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast

Send us a text What questions would you answer honestly -- and what would require a little white lie? Have you ever sat around a dinner table discussing apocalyptic theories? If you like answering questions that do not have straightforward answers, you'll love this episode made possible by The Book of Questions by Gregory Stock (2013 edition). Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Are your childhood notebooks covered in bright neon adorable animals? Does a trapper keeper in hot pink leopard print bring you back? If you loved back-to-school shopping because it involved glitter, sparkles and unicorns -- you might be a Xennial Lisa Frank fan. And we are... well, we were... too. Join us as we talk about our thoughts after watching the four-part docu-series Glitter and Greed: The Lisa Frank Story on Amazon Prime. We'd love to hear what you think too! Leave us a comment wherever you listen to podcasts. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text The proposed open marriage between Mitch and Gayle is heating up, but will they find excitement on their separate Thursday night date nights? Plus an Economics project has Jen feeling all types of ways about Dawson, while Joey finishes the project on her own. We're rewatching Dawson's Creek, Season 2, on Hulu (Jan. 2025). Join us! Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Do you remember the lyrics to obscure songs from 25 years ago, but not what you ate for breakfast? What movies helped form your foundational beliefs? If your fashion sense is still Y2K-themed, you might be a Xennial. And we are too. Join us as we quiz each other on movies, TV and fashion from the year 2000 (ish). How many answers do you remember? Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text On the next installment of our Dawson's Creek rewatch, we talk about sex... or, talk about how the characters talk about it (1998 style). A few highlights from the "Crossroads" episode include Pacey's forgotten birthday, Dawson reading Joey's diary, Jen's continued struggles and the return of Abby. You can watch the series along with us on Amazon Prime (as of Jan. 2025). Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Do you watch Ryan Seacrest on NY Rockin Eve and wish it was Carson Daly (or even Dick Clark)? Are you a resolutions person or a "word of the year" person? If your plans for 2025 involve listening to the same playlist you've had since the 90's, and this podcast, you might be a Xennial. And we are too. In our first episode of 2025, we reflect on the new year, sharing personal updates and discussing the concept of choosing a guiding word for 2025. Also on this episode: • Katie announces the acquisition of her second performing arts studio • Dani reflects on balancing holiday chaos with joy • Both discuss the concept of choosing a word for the year • Both share their plans to attend PodFest 2025 in Orlando • Both discuss the Importance of being intentional and present in daily life Thanks for joining us in 2025 (and beyond)! Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text We're back with our popular Nostalgic or Problematic series, and we are embarking on season 2 of the 90's/early-00's teen angst classic, Dawson's Creek. In episode 1 of season 2, Dawson and Joey grapple with their new romance, while Jen grieves her deceased grandfather and Pacey decides to get frosted tips. You can watch the series along with us on Amazon Prime (as of Jan. 2025). Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Did childhood movie-watching scare you away from shooting your eye out or sticking your tongue to a flagpole in freezing conditions? Do you still hope to unwrap that ONE sought-after gift from the Christmas when you were nine? If you can quote all the classic lines from the film A Christmas Story, you might be a Xennial. And we are too. In this episode, Katie shares her research on the unlikely Christmas classic, including its famous cast and writer. This episode was made possible by the following sources: A Christmas Story (1983) via IMBD How A Christmas Story became an American classic via Vanity Fair Peter Billingsley via Wikipedia Jean Shepherd via Wikipedia Bob Clark via Wikipedia Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Do you think the best movies deserve a live stage musical version of themselves? Are you a fan of Ralphie, Randy, Mother and the Old man -- and especially of their singing? If you've ever sung "I WON A MAJOR AWAAAAARD" at the top of your lungs when receiving the most minor of accolades, you might be a fan of the musical version of A Christmas Story. And we are too. Listen in as Dani and Katie revisit the musical and its roots, and weigh in on how it felt to perform in this iconic show. This episode was made possible by the following sources: A Christmas Story (The Musical) via Wikipedia Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Did your childhood toys double as makeup cases or purses? Did you prefer your fast food to be of the action figure variety? If you ever fell asleep to the glow of plush and plastic worm, you might be a Xennial. And we are too. Join us as Dani revisits some of the weirdest toys from our 1980's childhoods. How many did you own? This episode was made possible by the following sources: Glow Worms on Wikipedia Glow Worms on Time.com Pillow People on Mental Floss Pillow People on Wikipedia Sweet Secrets on Wikipedia Sweet Secrets on Allison Venezio Writes ET Light Up Finger on MagicTricks.com Madballs on Wikipedia Madballs on Mental Floss Food Fighters on Wikipedia Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Did you used to dress your dolls in specific eras of American history? OR did you have one that looked exactly like you and shared your hobbies? OR did your parents tell you those dolls were too expensive, and just gave you the books instead? If you feel any of these moments, you might be a Xennial. And we are too. Join us today as we delve deeply into the origin of these 80's babies that took America by storm. This episode was made possible by the following sources: American Girl official website American Girl on Wikipedia Facts about American Girl, via Good Housekeeping Pleasant Rowland on Wikipedia Valerie Tripp on Wikipedia https://19thnews.org/2022/12/american-girl-book-inclusivity-right-wing-backlash/ Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Were you watching TV shows you had no business watching in the second grade because your older sibling controlled the remote? Did your middle-school diary pages include angry rants about the thighmaster your older sister received for Christmas? If you can sing along to every Gen X ballad, even though you were born a little later, you might be a Xennial with an older Gen X sibling. And Dani is too. Special thanks to today's special guest, Tara—our favorite Gen X sibling! Katie created a special guessing game to commemorate this visit. Which sister knows more about the other? Find out! Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Sara with no H is back, and she brought two trivia games along all about the 1980's and 1990's. Sara quizzes Katie and Dani to see who has more Xennial knowledge (can you guess the winner?). This episode is brought to you by these games: Go! Games. Decades of Trivia Game, 80's to Today Mojo Games, Rewind Back to the 80's and 90's Music Trivia Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Happy Thanksgiving week, listeners! We're so grateful for you that we're releasing two of our Patreon-only bonus episodes, including this one with our buddy Benny. Enjoying the bonus content? Head on over to Patreon to become a monthly subscriber for just $8 per month. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Happy Thanksgiving week, listeners! We're so thankful for you that we're releasing two of our Patreon episodes for all listeners, including this one where Katie tells a spooky story. Enjoying our bonus content? Become a monthly subscriber on Patreon for just $8 per month. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Did you get your daily dose of Vitamin C from a cardboard box? Is your favorite kind of milk unrefrigerated and laden with flavored syrup? If you remember the "snap" of your flavored ice tea bottle's lid being way too satisfying, you might be a Xennial. And we are too. Join Dani & Katie (and special guest Sara) as they re-taste popular beverages from the 1990's. This episode was made possible by the following sources: Clearly Canadian, via Sporked https://sporked.com/article/what-happ.... Kool-Aid Bursts via Mashed https://www.mashed.com/1370172/kool-a... Yoohoo via The Henry Ford Museum https://www.thehenryford.org/collecti... Hi-C via History Oasis https://www.historyoasis.com/post/his... Fruitopia via Atlas Obscura Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Did you keep your biggest secrets, and best gossip, for the pages of your hastily locked diary? Do you have proof of the first time you tried a cigarette, via your own diary entry? If you waxed poetic as a 90's teen, you might be a Xennial. And we are too. Guys, this is a very special episode straight from the pages of Dani's middle- and high-school diary, as well as poetry via her electric typewriter. Is it cringe? In some parts. But there's also some really poignant moments that reminded us that the teen years are angsty, emotion-filled and sometimes just HARD. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text Are you afraid of things that go "slash" in the night? What's your favorite scary movie? If a masked, chainsaw-wielding villain makes you spill your popcorn, you might be a Xennial. And we are too. Join us for a nostalgic journey into the eerie and iconic world of 80s and 90s slasher films with our special guest, Cody Shealy. He's a slasher superfan AND a Ripperologist. Join us for some Halloween fun! Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text **We had some audio issues on this episode but wanted to share the content anyway** Did you get your daily dose of crime news as a child on 24-hour cable news channels? Is one of the first TV dramas you watched the O.J. Simpson trial? If you remember the rise of celebrities on trial, you might be a Xennial. And we are too. Join us for Part 2 of our True Crime series, this time on the 1990s. And don't miss Part 1 on the 1980s. Want some further listening on the crimes discussed in this episode? Here are some good places to start: Infamous: OJ Simpson via Crime Junkie The Death of Gianni Versace via Dateline’s podcast The Killing of JonBenet Ramsey series via a360Media The Disappearance of Kristin Smart via YourOwnBackyard podcast The West Memphis Three via Morbid podcast Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here

Send us a text **Note: We had audio issues with this episode but wanted to share it anyway** Are you a chocolate candy person -- or a fruity candy person? Or both? Check out the trivia that Dani and Katie prepped for each other, based on what each person likes best. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below: Patreon TikTok Instagram Facebook Email us at generationinbetweenpodcast@gmail.com Request an episode topic here