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This week, the Epstein file dump raises more questions than answers. We break down the DOJ’s disastrous failure to redact victim information, the political spin flying in every direction, and the first criminal investigation sparked by the release. Plus: Trump’s renewed obsession with relitigating the 2020 election, federal agencies being weaponized to “prove” conspiracies, Tulsi Gabbard’s very sketchy side quest, and why all of this is quietly poisoning confidence in the 2026 midterms.

Then we shift gears with a big, slightly uncomfortable realization: this is the year millennials officially got old (at least according to this Op-Ed). We talk “established adulthood,” saying no without guilt, going to bed early on purpose, being called “Ms.” by a 20-something, and the weird limbo of feeling young while society insists otherwise. We unpack how aging feels internally versus how it’s treated culturally, especially online, and why many of us just… never went back to posting the way we did pre-COVID. Then we ask our PALs a deceptively simple question: what’s something you didn’t realize was optional until you saw someone just not do it? From not explaining your “no,” to ignoring unexpected door knocks, renegotiating deadlines, abandoning books mid-read, leaving places you don’t want to be, and realizing you don’t actually have to climb the corporate ladder, we talk boundaries, burnout, and the freedom that comes with unlearning expectations.

Per usual, we've got recommendations on tap for y'all: Slingz (Andrew), checking your voter registration status (Laura), and hydrahyde gloves for all your gardening needs (Pam). 

And in this week's installment of After Dark:

Andrew introduces a new segment, asking: Is this weird? In this installment, Andrew seeks advice from Pam, Laura, and our Discord community about the best way to approach a neighbor with a well-intentioned question without seeming creepy. PLUS: is creeping with the drone creepier than asking a simple question?

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In the Dumpster Fire Corner, MAGA finally drops the cosplay and admits the Second Amendment bit was performative all along.Then we dig into TikTok’s new U.S. entity and what (if anything) changes now that Oracle, Silver Lake, and friends are in charge. Are the updated terms sketchy, is there a new algorithm, and did anyone else notice the weekend chaos? Then, it’s time for a health check inspired by a NY Times aging test. We took a timed walk, tried to stand up from sitting on the floor with no hands, and balancing on one leg with our eyes closed. Then we got real honest about what was surprisingly harder than expected, where we want to improve, and how we’re thinking about fitness in 2026.

On theme for this week, we've got some healthy recommendations for y'all! Undercover Chocolate Quinoa Crisps (Andrew), Cadense Adaptable Shoes (Laura), and a PSA from Pam about the importance of regular health screenings.

And in this week's installment of After Dark:

We get some part 2 updates about petty family dynamics and learn a new fun way to troll people you have shared digital photo frames with. Plus, how to handle people who insist on commenting negatively about your vacation choices...

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This week we're kicking off The Dumpster Fire Corner, a quick way to discuss the latest news in our messed up world. Trump is back on his Greenland nonsense: floating taking it by force, firing off a letter to Norway’s PM about not caring about peace anymore (sir, Norway doesn’t hand out the Nobel), and tanking global markets because he will not log off. Public support is in the gutter, allies are understandably nervous, and experts warn that invading Greenland would effectively nuke NATO. Meanwhile, a German study confirms what we’ve all been saying: 96% of U.S. tariffs are paid by Americans, not foreign exporters, because of course they are.

Then we unpack the rise of the “2016 Trend," and why everyone’s suddenly sharing photos from ten years ago. Then Pam breaks down what might be the first meme of 2026: not explaining yourself. From a viral TikTok comment about “365 buttons” to the broader rise of vagueposting, we ask whether this is chaotic nonsense, elite gatekeeping, or actually the perfect mantra for the year ahead. And yes, we absolutely speculate on what Tamara did with those buttons.

This week's recommendations: Andrew shouts out a Stanley Steamer deep clean, Laura recommends The Pitt on HBO Max, and Pam loves HBO Max’s Like Water for Chocolate.

And in this week's installment of After Dark:  We're reflecting on 11 years of this show, past oversharing, former partners in old content, aging out of wild anecdotes, and what we’d do differently (or never change). Tune in for some juicy BTS observations about running #Millennial over the years!

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This week, we’re cutting through the chaos with real talk about a terrifying few weeks in America: the killing of Renee Good by ICE, an administration racing to control the narrative, nationwide protests, secret-police energy, war crimes, intimidation of federal officials, and a president openly flipping off a worker on camera. We break down why “raw video is fact," and why knowing your rights when approached by ICE or law enforcement is essential. Check out the resources shared in this week's episode: National Immigrant Justice Center and ACLU: Immigrants' Rights.

Then we switch gears to ask: have people actually gotten ruder since the pandemic, or does it just feel that way? We dig into Pew’s data, rank the most irritating public behaviors, air our own petty grievances, and take a nostalgic look at what got weirdly hot during COVID and then immediately died (RIP 3% mortgage rates, Peloton dreams, and plastic germ screens).

Here's what's on tap for recommendations this week: Owala free sip water bottles (Andrew), Oli Pop prebiotic soda (Laura), and Olive & June's gel manicure system (Pam).

And in this week's edition of After Dark:

Move over Karen, there's a new name stereotype for a pushy demanding middle aged woman in town: apparently Jessica is the millennial generation equivalent based on how common the name is in our age group. Do we agree with this assessment? What's in a name, anyway?

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We’re back from the holidays with fresh stories, fresh takes, and a little chaos. Andrew revisits 'Heated Rivalry' now that it’s fully shifted from steamy to surprisingly heartfelt, and Laura checks in on Venezuela with some uneasy historical déjà vu. Then we dig into what we’ve lost (and maybe found again) when it comes to communal millennial experiences, before asking our Patrons to give us their top hacks for finding cheap communal experiences in our cities. Our listeners came through! Art collectives, silent book clubs, run clubs, and parent groups are just a few of the examples that are inspiring us in the new year!

We've (of course) got some top recs for y'all to kick off 2026: 'Heated Rivalry' on HBO Max (Andrew), 'Heretic' on HBO Max (Laura), and vision boarding to set intentions for 2026 (Pam).

And in this week's installment of After Dark:

Andrew gets into some crusin' stories that are too hot for the main show - including a full account of what he purchased in Mexico. 👀 And we hear some holiday updates from the panel that are reserved just for Patrons!

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We’re kicking off our final episode of the year by revisiting our 2025 predictions to see who deserves bragging rights (and who needs to quietly log off). We also make some 2026 predictions, and can't wait to see how wrong Laura is this time a year from now!

Then we're getting reflective with a deep dive into personal values, resolutions, and themes for 2026, inspired by Brené Brown’s framework of choosing just two core values to guide your life. We unpack why clarity around values helps reduce shame, strengthens boundaries, and makes hard decisions easier, especially when life gets loud or uncomfortable. We get into how we plan to live these values in 2026, from setting firmer boundaries and protecting work-life balance to journaling, changing family dynamics, and choosing alignment over comfort.

And we've got your final 2025 recommendations locked and loaded: Santa Fe Style Salad with Chicken - Fresh Retail, Private Label, Foodservice (Andrew), giving the gift of time with you to a loved one this holiday season (Laura), and Softymo deep cleansing oil (Pam). 

And in this week's installment of After Dark, we go deeper into our values and share some recent life events and realizations that have helped firm up our values and our boundaries. 2026 will be the year of boundaries, self-advocacy, equity, and having absolutely zero patience for bullshit as we get older.

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This week we're rooting on Australia’s bold new experiment: a nationwide social media ban for teens under 16 (even though we're not quite sure how it's gonna work). With companies on the hook for massive fines, we break down how the government plans to enforce it, what apps are included, and how we would’ve handled this kind of restriction as teens ourselves. Would we support something similar in the U.S., and would parents actually help enforce it? We also talk VPN loopholes, whack-a-mole app workarounds, and the nostalgia of being slightly less online growing up.

We're also talking Hollywood’s latest attention-grabbing strategy: vertical micro-dramas. With Netflix’s bombshell bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery and streamers scrambling for our eyeballs, these 45-second, swipe-friendly “shows” are becoming a real investment. We discuss whether they work, why the “second screen problem” is driving this trend, and if TV has actually gotten worse, or if we’ve all just gotten too distracted.

We wrap with recs: Think of setting New Year’s themes, not resolutions (Andrew), vibration plates (Laura), and buying cleaning brush attachments for your drill head instead of buying a whole new cleaning appliance (Pam).

And in this week's installment of After Dark:

We get some follow up tea on family holiday drama, and we ask each other some probing questions about ourselves inspired by Teen Vogue's list of 215 questions to ask your friends. What happens when we die? Which host almost ended up with Beverly as a name?

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This week we’re kicking things off with the latest chaos in the news: Costco is suing the Trump administration over tariffs, and why your relatives may be adjusting their spending limits this holiday season. Then we dive into the year-defining weirdness of 2025, starting with the rise of “6-7,” the phrase so big it reached Andrew’s young nephews and somehow became Dictionary.com’s Word of the Year (wtf). We look at whether millennials ever had any comparable internet-inspired brain rot, then broaden out to the phrases, moments, and cultural oddities that shaped 2025. We're crashing out over all the new slang that we don't understand, but we're "letting them" enjoy this 6-7 trend. Shoutout to the viral moments that made 2025, like cheaters being exposed at a Coldplay concert, America losing TikTok for half a day, and Kendrick Lamar obliterating Drake at the Super Bowl. We also revisit the Epstein Files, our favorite cities that trolled ICE this year, Dick Cheney’s non-mourned death, tariffs on literal penguins, and the recent Louvre robbery fiasco. 2025 may have felt like it was 300 years long, but all this and more was jam-packed into just 365 days.

Pam mentioned listening back to our episode on Jimmy Kimmel and the FCC - here it is (Episode 11x35)!

This week's recommendations: 'Heated Rivalry'  on HBO Max (Andrew), the Consumer Class Action Lawsuit Database (Laura), and exploring privately owned public spaces (POPS) in your city (Pam).

And in this week's installment of After Dark: Andrew has a Bumble BFF gossip update, and we’re talking about people crawling out of the woodwork for favors and why 2026 is all about embracing being a “villager.”

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This week, we’re guessing Andrew’s biological age (place your bets), diving into the political circus surrounding the imminent release of the Epstein files, and asking: is this another Russia-gate dud for Trump, or will we actually see some real fallout this time? Then, with the holiday season in full swing, we’re also talking about bang-for-your-buck activities: the kind that enrich your life without draining your wallet. Think day-pass mini golf, free museum days, sneaky movie-theater snack hacks, online courses, cheap social hangs, and the ultimate budget savior: libraries. We’ve also got tons of Pen Pal picks on the best low-cost, high-reward ways to spend your time, from swing dancing to community theater to Costco hot dogs (a classic).

We've also got some great budget friendly recommendations to look into ahead of the holidays: Uno Show 'em No Mercy (Andrew), One Night Ultimate Werewolf (Laura), and creative reuse centers (Pam).

And in this week's After Dark, available on Patreon:

We're unpacking how Gen Z and Millennials are revitalizing the cruise industry and why “mini cruises” might be the new go-to budget getaway. Cruise lines have been trying to modernize their offerings, including providing sex toys to guests?? 👀

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In light of recent air travel developments impacting Americans, this week Andrew and Pam are speaking to a flight attendant, Amanda, who shares the pro's and con's of taking on this always-on-the-go job! The travel opportunities are amazing, but is it worth being away from home so often? The good news is that it may be possible to fit it into your existing work life!

Plus, we discuss the some travel tips and why you shouldn't grow too concerned about the headlines you're seeing about travel delays in the media. In more fun travel news, where are people intending to travel to in 2026? (Also: Where can I get some cheap botox?) This and much more is discussed!

Elsewhere in the episode, we celebrate some good news for LGBTQ+ Americans, look on Senate Dems with disappointment, and drop recommendations for the savings app Oportun (Andrew) and Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ (Pam).

This week in After Dark, exclusively available on Patreon, we discuss the art of complaining, and how to be a better complainer so that your concerns don't haunt you for a lifetime. We also share some recent complaints we've shared with our friends, and what people probably don't like about us. Yes, it's time to look inward!

Please do tell us what you think people complain about regarding Andrew and Pam in the comments 👀

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