Miss Beth

Rod brings in local friend and national education superstar Miss Beth from Big City Readers. We discuss Toxic positivity, how millennials learned how to read incorrectly, if Lizzie McGuire aged badly, behavioral patterns growing up in the 90s, and dating horror stories.   Sponsor:  Get your first box for just $1.49 per meal by going to www.EveryPlate.com and entering code ROD149.   Produced by Dear Media.    Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Rod brings in local friend and national education superstar Miss Beth from Big City Readers. We discuss Toxic positivity, how millennials learned how to read incorrectly, if Lizzie McGuire aged badly, behavioral patterns growing up in the 90s, and dating horror stories. Sponsor:  Get your first box for just $1.49 per meal by going to <a href="http://www.EveryPlate.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.EveryPlate.com</a> and entering code ROD149. Produced by <a href="https://dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>.  Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

The Reading To Dating Pipeline with Miss Beth

Mentally prepare for this episode. Rod tells you what unfortunate trend is coming back, anticipating layoffs, Desperate Housewives, a movie franchise making a comeback, and the top 8 favorite things of the week.    Get a 60 day free trial at https://www.shipstation.com/ROD. Thanks to ShipStation for sponsoring the show!   Produced by Dear Media.    Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Mentally prepare for this episode. Rod tells you what unfortunate trend is coming back, anticipating layoffs, Desperate Housewives, a movie franchise making a comeback, and the top 8 favorite things of the week.  Get a 60 day free trial at <a href="https://www.shipstation.com/ROD." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.shipstation.com/ROD</a>. Thanks to ShipStation for sponsoring the show! Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>.  Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Be More Like Chessy

On this week’s episode of Millennial Made, Rod brings on a few new segments with his “top 8” things that happened this week, if “Ugly Betty” aged well, and the friendship fade-away.   Get 2 lbs of free-range, organic chicken breasts for free in every order when you sign up at butcherbox.com/ROD and use code ROD.   Get 15% off your first order by going to GETFIRSTPERSON.com and use code ROD.    Produced by Dear Media.   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

On this week’s episode of Millennial Made, Rod brings on a few new segments with his “top 8” things that happened this week, if “Ugly Betty” aged well, and the friendship fade-away. Get 2 lbs of free-range, organic chicken breasts for free in every order when you sign up at <a href="http://butcherbox.com/ROD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">butcherbox.com/ROD</a> and use code ROD. Get 15% off your first order by going to <a href="http://GETFIRSTPERSON.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GETFIRSTPERSON.com</a> and use code ROD.  Produced by <a href="https://dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Did Ugly Betty Age Well? & Other Thoughts from the Week

On this week’s episode of Millennial Made, Rod has on actress and former aspiring child star, Average Fashion Blogger, to chat about life in Hollywood, Trumanism, Nannying for a celebrity, and why they got unverified on tiktok.  Sponsored: Go to Framebridge.com and use promo code ROD to save an additional 15% off your first order.   Produced by Dear Media.   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. 

On this week’s episode of Millennial Made, Rod has on actress and former aspiring child star, Average Fashion Blogger, to chat about life in Hollywood, Trumanism, Nannying for a celebrity, and why they got unverified on tiktok. Sponsored: Go to <a href="https://www.framebridge.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Framebridge.com</a> and use promo code ROD to save an additional 15% off your first order. Produced by <a href="https://dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

“Life of a Child Star” According to Average Fashion Blogger

Madi Murphy

This week Rod has on immediate best friend, Madi from The Bad Broadcast to talk about growing up in Utah, how her brother skipped the bar exam, thoughts on In N Out, and more millennial trauma!!!   Produced by Dear Media.

This week Rod has on immediate best friend, Madi from The Bad Broadcast to talk about growing up in Utah, how her brother skipped the bar exam, thoughts on In N Out, and more millennial trauma!!! Produced by <a href="https://dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>.

Did We Just Become Best Friends? With Madi Murphy (The Bad Broadcast) 

Ali Kolbert

If you want to laugh, it’s gonna happen this week. Ali Kolber is on! Fellow Dear Media host hops in the studio to discuss what was on their iPod, realities of being a comedian, and how to cope with imposter syndrome.   Produced by Dear Media.

If you want to laugh, it’s gonna happen this week. Ali Kolber is on! Fellow Dear Media host hops in the studio to discuss what was on their iPod, realities of being a comedian, and how to cope with imposter syndrome. Produced by <a href="https://dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>.

Myspace or Facebook? With Ali Kolbert

Christa Allen

This week was a Thrill(er) of an episode as Rod has on Christa Allen of 13 going on 30, Revenge, and much more. We discuss what has been beyond being Young Jenna Rink, thoughts on PR relationships, and how freeing your inner child has a much greater impact than we think.   Produced by Dear Media

This week was a Thrill(er) of an episode as Rod has on Christa Allen of 13 going on 30, Revenge, and much more. We discuss what has been beyond being Young Jenna Rink, thoughts on PR relationships, and how freeing your inner child has a much greater impact than we think. Produced by <a href="https://dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

Finding Your Inner Child with Christa Allen

In the most exciting episode yet, Rod talks with founder of Warped Tour, Kevin Lyman! How he feels about “When We Were Young” festival, the impact social media has on music, and the behind the scenes of creating one of the most iconic music festivals ever.   Sponsor:   Sign up today at butcherbox.com/ROD and use code BONUS100 to get 1 pack of free bacon in EVERY box for the life of your membership PLUS $100 off your first order.   Produced by Dear Media

In the most exciting episode yet, Rod talks with founder of Warped Tour, Kevin Lyman! How he feels about “When We Were Young” festival, the impact social media has on music, and the behind the scenes of creating one of the most iconic music festivals ever. Sponsor: Sign up today at <a href="http://www.butcherbox.com/ROD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">butcherbox.com/ROD</a> and use code BONUS100 to get 1 pack of free bacon in EVERY box for the life of your membership PLUS $100 off your first order. Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

The real story about Warped Tour

Miss the mall culture of the 90s? Same. This week we break down the different mall experiences growing up as a millennial, the Swiftie movement, pop culture updates from the week, and discussing the “Millennial Pause” and how we are perceived on the internet.

Miss the mall culture of the 90s? Same. This week we break down the different mall experiences growing up as a millennial, the Swiftie movement, pop culture updates from the week, and discussing the “Millennial Pause” and how we are perceived on the internet.

Are Millennials Too old?

Rod and Andrew do a recap of being the oldest people at lollapalooza, imposter syndrome, anxiety waiting in lines, and gratefulness.   Sponsors:   Go to Framebridge.com and use promo code ROD to save an additional 15% off your first order.   Get Honey for FREE at JoinHoney.com/ROD   Download Best Fiends for FREE from the App Store or Google Play.     Produced by Dear Media

Rod and Andrew do a recap of being the oldest people at lollapalooza, imposter syndrome, anxiety waiting in lines, and gratefulness. Sponsors: Go to <a href="http://www.Framebridge.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Framebridge.com</a> and use promo code ROD to save an additional 15% off your first order. Get Honey for FREE at <a href="http://www.JoinHoney.com/ROD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoinHoney.com/ROD</a> Download <a href="https://bestfiends.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Best Fiends</a> for FREE from the App Store or Google Play. Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

Millennials at a Music Festival

Grab your HitClips and get ready to pop all your collars - The internet’s coworker, Rod, is here to banish your burnout and take us back to a time before we knew what seasonal affective disorder was. Back when Britney ruled the airwaves and emo wasn't a phase, Millennial Made is the one-stop-shop for your pop culture news and TBTs.

TW: Eating Disorders.   This week, Rod unlocks some core memories by discussing 90s diet culture, trauma from shopping at Abercrombie in 2006, and Drew Barrymore being a pisces.   Produced by Dear Media

TW: Eating Disorders. This week, Rod unlocks some core memories by discussing 90s diet culture, trauma from shopping at Abercrombie in 2006, and Drew Barrymore being a pisces. Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

A Product of 90’s Diet Culture

In his most unhinged episode yet, Rod discusses the standards the Bachelor franchise creates, societies need to push us into a promotion, and how small we truly are in this universe.    Produced by Dear Media

In his most unhinged episode yet, Rod discusses the standards the Bachelor franchise creates, societies need to push us into a promotion, and how small we truly are in this universe.  Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

Shower Thoughts

Today’s episode is a little more of a serious one as Rod sends love to his Chicago community given the recent tragedy in Highland Park.  Sponsored by Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends for FREE from the App Store or Google play. Plus, earn even more with $5 worth of in-game rewards when you reach level 5. Produced by Dear Media

Today’s episode is a little more of a serious one as Rod sends love to his Chicago community given the recent tragedy in Highland Park.  Sponsored by Best Fiends: Download Best Fiends for FREE from the App Store or Google play. Plus, earn even more with $5 worth of in-game rewards when you reach level 5. Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

Deep Dive on the Mandela Effect

On Millennial Made this week, Rod discusses all things IMDB related with recent BTS vlogger and Red Carpet Breakout Star Reece (guywithamoviecamera). We dive into what red carpets are really like, mens fashion, guilty pleasure movies, and the corporate villain era we are entering.  Squarespace: Check out squarespace.com/ROD to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Honey: Get Honey for FREE at JoinHoney.com/ROD Sakara: Get 20% off your first order of Sakara at Sakara.com/ROD Produced by Dear Media

On Millennial Made this week, Rod discusses all things IMDB related with recent BTS vlogger and Red Carpet Breakout Star Reece (guywithamoviecamera). We dive into what red carpets are really like, mens fashion, guilty pleasure movies, and the corporate villain era we are entering. Squarespace: Check out <a href="http://squarespace.com/ROD" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">squarespace.com/ROD</a> to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Honey: Get Honey for FREE at <a href="http://joinhoney.com/ROD" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">JoinHoney.com/ROD</a> Sakara: Get 20% off your first order of Sakara at <a href="http://sakara.com/ROD" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sakara.com/ROD</a> Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

In my corporate villain era with Reece (@guywithamoviecamera)

Vivian Tu

This week, Rod brings on Vivian Tu to discuss extreme couponing, financial literacy, what millennials should consider when buying or renting, and a potential apocalypse. Don’t forget to catch us on Youtube! Sponsors Squarespace: Check out squarespace.com/ROD to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. HelloFresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/rod16 and use code rod16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts! Care/of: For 50% off your first Care/of order of $40 or more, go to TakeCareOf.com and enter code rod50. 

This week, Rod brings on Vivian Tu to discuss extreme couponing, financial literacy, what millennials should consider when buying or renting, and a potential apocalypse. Don’t forget to catch us on Youtube! Sponsors Squarespace: Check out <a href="http://squarespace.com/ROD" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">squarespace.com/ROD</a> to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. HelloFresh: Go to <a href="http://hellofresh.com/rod16" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">HelloFresh.com/rod16</a> and use code rod16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts! Care/of: For 50% off your first Care/of order of $40 or more, go to <a href="http://takecareof.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">TakeCareOf.com</a> and enter code rod50.

Financial Literacy and Security Pillows ft. Your Rich Bff Vivian Tu

James Corden

Tristan Watson

Patricia Flach

This week, Rod has the co-hosts of the hilarious lifestyle podcast “Grits to Glam” on to discuss what life is REALLY like living in LA, where Tristan and Noah Beck stand now, Coachella from a fresh perspective, and debunk the stigmas of Saddle Ranch.  Sakara www.sakara.com/rod Athletic Greens www.athleticgreens.com/millennial   Squarespace www.squarespace.com/rod  Produced by Dear Media

This week, Rod has the co-hosts of the hilarious lifestyle podcast “Grits to Glam” on to discuss what life is REALLY like living in LA, where Tristan and Noah Beck stand now, Coachella from a fresh perspective, and debunk the stigmas of Saddle Ranch.  Sakara <a href="http://www.sakara.com/rod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sakara.com/rod</a> Athletic Greens <a href="http://www.athleticgreens.com/millennial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.athleticgreens.com/millennial</a>  Squarespace <a href="http://www.squarespace.com/rod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.squarespace.com/rod</a> Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

James Corden is QUAKING ft. Tristan Watson and Patricia Flach

In this SPECIAL episode of MM, Rod brings on the COO of LinkedIn and Gen Z expert, Dan Shapero, to discuss positive work culture, importance of mental health in the workplace, what gen z has to look forward to entering corporate America, and what all millennials relate to in their 9-5’s. Produced by Dear Media

In this SPECIAL episode of MM, Rod brings on the COO of LinkedIn and Gen Z expert, Dan Shapero, to discuss positive work culture, importance of mental health in the workplace, what gen z has to look forward to entering corporate America, and what all millennials relate to in their 9-5’s. Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

More Than A Pizza Party

Katie Maloney

Rod chats with Vanderpump Rules cast member and Dear Media friend, Katie Maloney, about being an emo girl after all these years, Myspace layouts, Jess vs Dean, and how music shaped us. Multigrain: Get $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/ROD to start your subscription Produced by Dear Media

Rod chats with Vanderpump Rules cast member and Dear Media friend, Katie Maloney, about being an emo girl after all these years, Myspace layouts, Jess vs Dean, and how music shaped us. Multigrain: Get $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to <a href="http://wildgrain.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Wildgrain.com/</a>ROD to start your subscription Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

It’s not a phase, Mom! ft. Vanderpump Rules' Katie Maloney

Trigger Warning: Eating disorder. This week, Rod brings on Victoria Garrick from RealPod to discuss growing up with diet culture, body dysmorphia, Manifesting, Victoria Secret Fashion show and how it affects diet culture, and if Taylor is coming to her wedding.   Go to http://www.squarespace.com/ROD for a free trial and when you’re ready to launch use code ROD to save 10% off your first purchase   Go to www.storyworth.com/rod and you can save $10 off your first purchase   Go to www.sakara.com/rod or enter code ROD at checkout for 20%   Get Honey free at www.joinhoney.com/ROD   Produced by Dear Media

Trigger Warning: Eating disorder. This week, Rod brings on Victoria Garrick from RealPod to discuss growing up with diet culture, body dysmorphia, Manifesting, Victoria Secret Fashion show and how it affects diet culture, and if Taylor is coming to her wedding. Go to <a href="http://www.squarespace.com/ROD" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.squarespace.com/ROD</a> for a free trial and when you’re ready to launch use code ROD to save 10% off your first purchase Go to <a href="http://www.storyworth.com/rod" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.storyworth.com/rod</a> and you can save $10 off your first purchase Go to <a href="http://www.sakara.com/rod" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.sakara.com/rod</a> or enter code ROD at checkout for 20% Get Honey free at <a href="http://www.joinhoney.com/ROD" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.joinhoney.com/ROD</a> Produced by <a href="https://dearmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

Does Everything Happen for a Reason? ft. Victoria Garrick

This week, we have iconic online duo, Connor (@fibula) and Brooke (@ladyefron) from Brooke and Connor Make A Podcast on to discuss meeting David Archuleta, their experience on a zero gravity flight, and hot takes. Athletic Greens: www.athleticgreens.com/millennial  Produced by Dear Media

This week, we have iconic online duo, Connor (@fibula) and Brooke (@ladyefron) from Brooke and Connor Make A Podcast on to discuss meeting David Archuleta, their experience on a zero gravity flight, and hot takes. Athletic Greens: <a href="http://www.athleticgreens.com/millennial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.athleticgreens.com/millennial</a> Produced by <a href="http://www.dearmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>

Brooke and Connor AND ROD Make A Podcast

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