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Episodes

Defining the millennial generation through music requires identifying tracks that capture the specific cultural zeitgeist of those born between 1981 and 1996. The conversation centers on songs that function as cultural artifacts, reflecting the transition from pre-9/11 optimism to the disillusionment of the 2008 financ...

You're not broken. You're experiencing 'Church Hurt.'

09 Jun 2026

54m

What to expect when you're expecting racism

08 Jun 2026

34m

Who gets to 'do' revenge?

05 Jun 2026

25m

How to be the star of your own summer rom-com

03 Jun 2026

21m

This is what you want to read this summer

02 Jun 2026

49m

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Summer reading selections center on narratives that explore identity, history, and the complexities of human connection. Sasha Bonet’s The Water Bearers examines the legacy of Black motherhood, while Cindy Pham’s The Secret World of Briar Rose uses fairy tale allegory to address depression and suicidal ideation. Discus...