In this episode of Dear Millennial, host Megan Tan dives into the inevitable challenge of aging. From the pressures of youth-driven social media to real-life reflections on growing older, Megan explores how we navigate the complexities of age and identity. Megan takes us halfway around the world to Singapore, where traditions and cultural attitudes…

In this episode of Dear Millennial, Megan Tan speaks with Maria, a former CBS employee who wrote to Megan ten years ago about taking a leap of faith in her career by quitting her salaried job to pursue her passion. Together, they discuss how Maria went from creating a DIY podcast on a shoestring budget to landing a full-time job, where she now lead…

In this episode, Megan is joined by her mom, Susan Tan, as they tackle a letter from a listener grappling with the emotional weight of living far from family. Amor, a millennial who moved from Los Angeles to New York City, shares her struggles with the guilt and the challenges of maintaining close family ties while pursuing her dreams. Discover ins…

In June 2023, the unexpected became a harsh reality for Megan and her fiancé, Erick, when they both received layoff notices during a virtual meeting, 10 months after buying their first house and moving Megan’s father in to live with them. Join us on this episode of Dear Millennial, where we dive deep into the emotional landscape of job loss and the…

In this episode, Megan explores the emotional journey of saying goodbye to her childhood home, unlocking family memories and healing along the way. Joined by Cari, whose family once owned the house Megan currently lives in, they reflect on the significance of spaces and the physical doors that connect us to our past. Dive into this rebroadcasted ep…

Megan Tan, creator of the award-winning podcast Millennial, is back with a new vision for 2024. Listen now to reconnect with the heart of Millennial, and be a part of its exciting future by supporting the show on Patreon. Go to www.patreon.com/dearmillennial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

Happy Mother’s Day! This story is dedicated to my mother and is about my mother Susan Tan. For the past nine years, I’ve recorded most of our telephone conversations. In 2019, when my mother found herself in her 70s, newly divorced after more than 40 years of marriage and looking for the next love of her life, I started to record more of our conver…

Erick continues telling Megan his wild rom-com love story. He’s excited about a trip to Mt. Rushmore, but he’s upset when one of Luna’s exes crashes the party. This is part two of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears. The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story. To listen to the…

Erick Galindo tells Megan Tan the wildest thing he did for love. It all goes back to meeting Luna, a woman from Southeast Los Angeles. She could be the one. This is part one of a nine-part serialized rom-com for your ears. The scenes and characters in this episode are inspired by Erick Galindo's life, but it's a fictional story. To listen to the fu…

We made a rom-com! Megan Tan tells Erick Galindo a rom-com inspired by the time she fell in love during a wild time in her life when time itself felt distorted and sped up to an exponential degree. It’s a fiction meets non-fiction romantic comedy… sort of. Megan Tan explains. The episode is intended for mature audiences. Listener discretion is advi…

Megan is back behind the mic with a brand new podcast Snooze by LAist Studios. She’s still tackling life and dreaming big. So big, that she’s made a podcast dedicated to helping others achieve their goals and dreams. How millennial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

When you’re saying goodbye to a big part of your life, where do you begin? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

When life puts roadblocks in front of your dreams how do you recover? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

On today’s episode, something we’ve never done before: a round table. How do you define yourself as an individual while also defining yourself as part of a couple? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when it comes to making decisions. I sit down with Chuck, my boyfriend’s father and a 70-year old swift decision maker, to understand how he approaches big decisions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

To celebrate Pride month, we’re replaying an episode about two young women, a 10-year relationship, and 4,500 miles between them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

What happens when a judge brands you “unrehabilitatable” at age 28? This month, each of the Radiotopia shows is interpreting the theme Doing Time, to welcome the new member of the collective, Ear Hustle. Visit http://radiotopia.fm to hear all the Doing Time episodes, and to subscribe to Ear Hustle – you’ll hear a preview of it at the end of this ep…

I love Maine, but sometimes I feel isolated here. Could my creative problems be solved if I moved to New York City? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

What happens when you become a single mother by choice? We’re featuring an episode from Not By Accident. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the endless stream of bad news on social media. But what happens when you stop scrolling and take action? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

When you start to see the world in only two colors — red and blue — how do you burst your own bubble? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

My parents have lived in the same house for over 40 years. It’s where we all grew up. But when they want to sell it, we say goodbye to more than just the house. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

Taxes can be scary and confusing. Maybe it’s because all of that paperwork forces us to take responsibility for our choices. But what happens when the IRS sees you differently than you see yourself? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

Is it possible that a country’s policies can change the way people see themselves? How much of your identity is you — and how much of it is your country? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan

Can a woman have it all? It’s an age-old question. But in Cuba, a country caught between a machismo culture and some of the most progressive policies in the world, the answer isn’t easy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesKirjoittanut Megan Tan