Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast

Send us Fan MailWe're in our feels about the gross male behavior in these episodes -- from CJ pressuring Jen into sex, to Pacey's gross colleagues. And in other topics: Gail gives Dawson some tough love about his career choices. We rewatched these episodes:Season 6, Episode 17: Sex and ViolenceSeason 6, Episode 18: Love BitesWatch Dawson's Creek with us on Hulu or Amazon Prime.Episode Topics and Mentions:Joey PotterPacey WitterDawson LeeryDoug WitterJack McPheeJen LindleyAudrey LiddellKatie (host)Brooke (host)Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailIf you've ever fantasized what life would be like secretly living in a museum, then you might have been a childhood fan of this week's re-read: From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler. We discuss this classic children's book that Dani has always loved, and Katie read for the first time. Was it one of your favorites?Don't miss any of our books and movies in our Xennial Girl Summer series, 2026.Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWe kick off the movie portion of our Xennial Girl Summer 2026 series with the 1997 horror classic "I Know What You Did Last Summer." From the book that inspired the movie to where the young stars are today, find out if we think this summer slasher still holds up. This episode was made possible by the following sources: SYFY: 7 Facts About IKWYDLSIMDB: Jim GillespieIMDB: Jennifer Love HewittWikipedia: Jennifer Love HewittIMDB: Sarah Michelle GellerWikipedia: Sarah Michelle GellerThe following additional people on IMDB: Freddie Prinze Jr., Ryan Phillipe, Anne Heche, Bridgette Wilson Sampras, Muse WatsonEpisode Topics and Mentions:Kids Incorporated Party of FiveBuffy the Vampire SlayerAll My ChildrenSwan's CrossingGhost WhispererCriminal MindsSuperstoreBurger King vs. McDonald'sJennifer Love HewittSarah Michelle GellarRyan PhillippeFreddie Prinze Jr.Kevin WilliamsonJim GillespieJamie Lee CurtisMelissa Joan HartNev CampbellScott WolfFergieRobin WilliamsReese WitherspoonSelma BlairI Know What You Did Last SummerI Still Know What You Did Last SummerI Know What You Did Last SummerScreamScream 2Cruel IntentionsShe's All ThatScooby-DooThe Lost BoysJawsParty of FiveBuffy the Vampire SlayerKids IncorporatedGhost WhispererSuperstorePlaces & Organizations MentionedLos AngelesNew York CityBurger KingMcDonald'sArby'sDisneyHabitat for HumanityLeave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailJoey and Pacey get locked overnight in a K-Mart and Dougie is back -- but for a not-so-great reason. Join us as we continue our rewatch of the Xennial TV classic, Dawson's Creek. We rewatched these episodes:Season 6, Episode 15: CastawaysSeason 6, Episode 16: That Was ThenWatch Dawson's Creek with us on Hulu or Amazon Prime.Episode Topics and Mentions:Joey PotterPacey WitterDawson LeeryDoug WitterJack McPheeJen LindleyAudrey LiddellNatalie PortmanKatie (host)Brooke (host)CoreyEmmaProfessor HetsonHetson's daughterCapeside, MasschusettsBostonSuper KmartWalmartCapeside High SchoolCommunity theatre auditionsNext to NormalJoseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamcoatLeave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWe continue to follow Audrey's struggles with substance -- and the inexplicable way she, Joey and Eddie all hop in a car from Boston to California (ah, to be young again). There's also tons of early 00's product placement, and an obsession with a giant TV from Best Buy. For this episode we watched Dawson's Creek's:S6, E13: Rock BottomS6, E14: Clean and SoberWatch Dawson's Creek with us on Hulu or Amazon Prime.Episode Topics and MentionsJoey PotterDawson LeeryPacey WitterJen LindleyJack McPheeAudrey LiddellEddie DolingEmma JonesNatasha KellyC.J. BraxtonGramsBen AffleckJennifer LopezOliver HudsonKate HudsonSeth RogenBusy PhilippsLionel RichieJennifer GarnerColin HanksKatie HolmesJoshua JacksonFreaks and GeeksThe 40-Year-Old VirginThe OsbournesCenter StageBad Boys IIComics & Pop CultureTony StarkIron ManFableticsBest BuyiPodSheepJudy BlumeJane MagazineCaliforniaLos AngelesBostonTallahasseeKey WestOhioIndianaMiamiLeave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWe're kicking off our Xennial Girl Summer (2026) with one of our favorites from childhood, Beverly Cleary's Ramona Quimby: Age 8.Delve into the research with us and join us for some discussion questions about Ramona, Yard Ape and the overall angsts of being a kid (revisited).We thrifted the book and listened to it on audiobook. Don't miss all of our Xennial Girl Summer series!This episode was made possible by the book itself and the following sources:Wikipedia, Ramona (novel series) Wikipedia, Beverly ClearyEpisode Topics and Mentions:Ramona Quimby, Age 8Beezus and RamonaRamona the PestRamona the BraveRamona and Her FatherRamona and Her MotherRamona ForeverRamona's WorldHenry HugginsThe Mouse and the MotorcycleRunaway RalphDear Mr. HenshawSocksThe Dutch TwinsBeverly ClearyJudy BlumeLucy Fitch PerkinsLaura Ingalls WilderPeople MentionedStockard ChanningTom CruiseHugh JackmanEmma ThompsonLarry DavidSarah PolleySuperstoreCurb Your EnthusiasmProject Hail MarySheep DetectivesBabeRamona (1988 television adaptation)OregonPortlandBerkeleyYakimaCarmel-by-the-SeaGrant ParkUniversity of California, BerkeleyUniversity of WashingtonXennial Nostalgia MentionsD.E.A.R. (Drop Everything and Read)School librariesThriftBooksAudibleKindle vs. physical booksNew Kids on the Block Sustained Silent Reading programsRamona ForeverAre You There God? It's Me, Margaret.Dazed and ConfusedI Know What You Did Last SummerDawson's CreekActors & Celebrities MentionedJoey KingSelena GomezFood & Snack MentionsHard-boiled eggRamenGushersFruit by the FootFruit Roll-UpsBuglesOreosDot's PretzelsBroccoliChef BoyardeeTrader Joe's "fake Takis"Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWhere were you the first time you heard Jamiroquai's "Canned Heat?"Have you ever wished you could run off to ballet school and prove the cynics wrong?If you associate Mandy Moore with romantic motorcycle rides through Manhattan, you might be a Xennial fan of Center Stage, and so are we.Join us as we delve into the history of this 2000 dance movie that launched the careers of Amanda Schull, Sascha Radetsky and freakin' Zoe Saldana. This episode was made possible by the following sources:Pointe Magazine: The Making of Center StageIMDB: Center StageSusan Stroman: Center StagePeople: Center Stage Behind the Scenes FactsEpisode Topics and Mentions:Save the Last DanceThe Fresh Prince of Bel-AirLabyrinthAmerican PieOne Tree HillPretty Little LiarsSuitsJ. Edgar12 MonkeysSex and the CityQueer EyeGossip Girl10 Things I Hate About YouDrive Me CrazyClarissa Explains It AllStar Trek: DiscoveryAmanda SchullEthan StiefelSascha RadetskyZoe SaldañaSusan May PrattPeter GallagherJenny GarthClint EastwoodBrad PittMikhail BaryshnikovMelissa Joan HartKurt RussellGoldie HawnAmerican Ballet TheatreSchool of American BalletSan Francisco BalletRoyal New Zealand BalletMilwaukee BalletBolshoi BalletKirov Academy of BalletAmerican Choreography AwardsMandy MooreDutch National BalletFlesh and BoneStella AbreraPeter GallagherThe O.C.American BeautySex, Lies, and VideotapeWhile You Were SleepingLaw & Order: Special Victims UnitGrace and FrankieZoey's Extraordinary PlaylistSeven Days in MemphisZoë SaldañaCrossroadsDrumlinePirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black PearlStar TrekJ. J. AbramsAvatarGuardians of the GalaxyAvengers: Infinity WarAvengers: EndgameBradley CooperMarco PeregoEmilia PérezBlake LivelyRyan ReynoldsKevin SpaceyBritney SpearsJamiroquaiRobinRed Hot Chili PeppersMichael JacksonPaul RuddIron ManThorGamoraMovies, TV Shows & Media MentionedCenter StageCenter Stage: Turn It UpCenter Stage: On PointeDianaJoseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamcoatGuys and DollsLong Day's Journey Into NightLeave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailThe discussion on the table is Jen's always-on-point hair and whether Dawson is really director material yet. We're also worried about Audrey and wondering if Joey and Eddie's relationship will last. For this episode we watched Dawson's Creek's:S6, E11: Day Out of DaysS6, E12: All the Right MovesWatch Dawson's Creek with us on Hulu or Amazon Prime.Episode Topics and Mentions:The Breakfast ClubThe OsbournesCenter StageSaturday Night Live“Bangs vs. Bob” SNL sketch“Xennial Girl Summer” series Dawson LeeryJoey PotterPacey WitterJen LindleyJack McPheeAudrey LiddellEddie DolingHIV testing Jack OsbourneMichelle WilliamsOliver HudsonKate HudsonGoldie HawnKurt RussellBill HudsonCourtney LoveNew Kids on the BlockLeave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailContinue rewatching Dawson's Creek with us as we revisit the final holiday episode of the series. Will Joey recover from a night with Eddie? Will anyone recover from Audrey's drunk ramblings? This episode we watched:S6, E9:  Everything Put Together Falls Apart S6, E10: Merry Mayhem Watch Dawson's Creek with us on Hulu or Amazon Prime.Episode Topics and Mentions:Center StageSpider-ManGuardians of the GalaxyHallmark Christmas moviesOliver HudsonZoe SaldañaGamoraBostonWilmingtonNew York CityCentral ParkCarnegie HallNew OrleansIce skating datesPunk fashion and safety pins2000s fashionLeave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailOn this episode, we talk about the history of one of America's simplest, and most-enduring, games: Mad Libs. Then listen to us struggle to find the right words as we play Mad Libs live. How many adverbs will we have to name?This episode was made possible by the following sources:MadLibs.com (History)Episode Topics and Mentions:Mad LibsBoy band cultureTrivia gamesChristmas toys from the 80sBroadway musicalsLeonard SternRoger PriceLarry SloanBob HopeSteve AllenMeryl StreepFannie FlaggKathy BatesMary Stuart MastersonOlivia RodrigoTaylor SwiftThe HoneymoonersDawson's CreekHe-Man and the Masters of the UniverseShe-Ra: Princess of PowerThunderCatsG.I. JoeLaverne & ShirleyOut of AfricaFried Green TomatoesThe Lion KingCluelessRainbow BriteDisney ChannelTrivial PursuitNintendoCabbage Patch KidsTeddy RuxpinPound PuppiesPound PurriesBring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da FunkRentSeussicalSardi'sWhistle Stop CafeKenyaLeave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailThe college kids are getting a little rowdy as Audrey gets drunk at the bar where Joey and Eddie work, and Pacey is whisked off to New Orleans with his boss and co-workers. And stick around for lots of No Doubt content.For today's episode, we rewatched:Season 6, E7: Ego Tripping at the Gates of HellSeason 6, E8: SpiderwebsWatch Dawson's Creek with us on Hulu or Amazon Prime. Episode Topics and Mentions:Alcohol abuse New Orleans No Doubt Gwen StefaniSam and Diane from CheersTed DansonShelley LongKirstie AlleyKelsey GrammerBebe NeuwirthFrasier Bourbon Street Spiral staircases Oliver Hudson Kurt RussellHeated RivalryA Court of Thorns and RosesHabit stacking Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWe wrap up our Boy Band Series today by talking about the four-part docuseries, Boy Band Confidential, produced by NSYNC's Joey Fatone.Parts of this one are heavy -- so listen with care. And backtrack to the rest of our Boy Band Series anywhere you listen to the podcast!Sources for this episode include:Boy Band Confidential on Hulu or HBO MaxEpisode Topics and Mentions:NSYNCBackstreet BoysBoyz II MenO-TownLFO98 DegreesForever in Your MindLou PearlmanJive RecordsJoey Fatone Lance BassAJ McLeanNick LacheyWanya MorrisShawn StockmanAshley Parker AngelBrad FischettiJason GalassoRicky GarciaJoby HarteLeave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailJoin us this week on our Dawson's Creek rewatch where we get in our feels over Audrey's trauma and talk more about Jack and that professor situation.This episode discusses:Season 6, Ep. 5: The ImpostersSeason 6, Ep. 6: Living Dead Girl Watch Dawson's Creek with us on Hulu or Amazon Prime.Episode Topics and MentionsRules of EngagementThe Lost BoysOliver HudsonJoey PotterDawson LeeryPacey WitterJack McPheeJen LindleyProfessor FreemanCalifornia Dreamin'LolitaThe Mamas & the PapasBoilermaker drinksJaeger bombsNose piercingsPunk rock aestheticsGoth fashionHalloween partiesLeave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailJoin us for the second part of our NSYNC deep dive -- and this time we have info on the individual members of the group (and we also have a new table on set, which we will talk about numerous times).Stay tuned for this trip back into the late 90's / early 00's.And don't miss any episodes in our Boy Band Series!Sources for this EpisodeNSYNC on IMDBNSYNC on WikipediaWhere is NSYNC Now? 25 years later on People.comHow did NSYNC Meet? on PopSugarNSYNC: 20 Years Later on MediumEpisode Topics and MentionsNSYNCChris KirkpatrickNigel's 11The Fairly OddParentsChip SkylarkCelebrity Big BrotherThe Masked SingerGone CountrySebastian BachBig & RichSave a Horse (Ride a Cowboy)Mission: Man BandRich CroninLFOColor Me Badd98 DegreesAmber RileyMTV CribsTrolls Band TogetherSharknado 3: Oh Hell No!Dead 7Smash MouthRyan CabreraMark McGrathEminemLimp BizkitJC ChasezNewsiesChristian BaleThe All-New Mickey Mouse ClubJustin TimberlakeChristina AguileraBritney SpearsKeri RussellRyan GoslingTony LuccaBring It All to MeBlaqueDrumlineSchizophrenic“Some Girls Dance With Women”“Blowin’ Me Up (With Her Love)”Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show controversyPro BowlAmerica's Best Dance CrewJesus Christ SuperstarDestiny's ChildMichelle WilliamsAriana GrandeCoachellaFrosted Tips with Lance BassFrankensteinEva LongoriaTara ReidAdditional Pop Culture MentionsStarbucksHuluDariaDinosaursRight Here WaitingRichard MarxDisneyMTVMy GirlSmokey RobinsonJoey FatoneLance BassJustin TimberlakePinkBritney SpearsChristina AguileraMichael JacksonJanet JacksonJimmy FallonAshton KutcherPharrell WilliamsTimbalandMandy MooreDanielle FishelRyan GoslingKeri RussellPerez HiltonMelissa EtheridgeJohnny DeppElon MuskJulie AndrewsBob BarkerTom HanksMaya RudolphNellySnoop DoggAl GreenJohnny CashWillie NelsonStevie WonderMarvin GayeRichie SamboraChynaBruce WillisSamuel L. JacksonChris ColumbusMovies / TV / MediaMy Big Fat Greek WeddingMy Big Fat Greek LifeMy Big Fat Greek Wedding 3RentLittle Shop of HorrorsRock of AgesRobot ChickenJersey Shore Shark AttackJersey ShoreHannah MontanaKim PossibleDead 7Trolls Band TogetherThe Masked SingerDancing with the StarsThe Price Is RightSeventh HeavenOn the LineZoolanderCursedShrek the ThirdAlpha DogTropic ThunderI Now Pronounce You Chuck and LarrySaturday Night LivePunk'dThe Mickey Mouse ClubStar SearchGleePitch PerfectMusic / Songs / AlbumsNSYNCJustifiedCry Me a RiverRock Your BodyLike I Love YouI'm Lovin' ItWork ItSignsDick in a BoxPlacesBrooklynOrlandoUniversal Studios FloridaFlorida MallLaurelCape CanaveralTitusvilleNASAInternational Space StationMemphisHoustonChicagoLos AngelesLeave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailJoey commits an early 00's blunder by emailing a note to Dawson to EVERYONE at her college -- but then her professor uses it as an in-class lesson. Pacey also learns a hard lesson at his stockbroker job and Audrey gets increasingly impatient with his work hours.Join us as we rewatch the Xennial classic, Dawson's Creek. We're watching Season 6 on Hulu or Amazon Prime. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailThat iconic NSYNC pop sound didn't just happen on its own; it was built, starting with the FOMO that Chris Kirkpatrick experienced when he missed out on auditions for Backstreet Boys. Welcome back to the next installment of our Boy Band Series, where we 90's/ early 00's international phenomenon, NSYNC.Stay tuned for Part 2, where we delve a little deeper into the individual members lives. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailBefore they were the internationally-known Backstreet Boys, they were just Howie, Brian, AJ, Kevin and Nick. On Part 2 of this deep dive, Dani shares research on each member, including where they came from and what they are doing now.Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWell, it didn't take long for the final season of Dawson's Creek to close a viewer gap when Dawson and Joey finally hook up. But when Joey finds out that Dawson has someone he is "seeing" in L.A., things take a bad turn.Audrey and Pacey return from their summer in California with a sleeping Jack Osbourne in the backseat -- and Katie spots a young Oliver Hudson guest role.Join us as we rewatch all of Season 6 on Hulu or Amazon.Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailFrom auditions in Orlando to international stardom, listen in as we talk all things Backstreet Boys (including infamous band manager Lou Perlman). And find out if you can keep up with our lyric revisits -- or fill in our own gaps. Stay tuned for our Part 2 that delves into the individual lives of the band members. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailJoin us for part 2 of our Boyz II Men deep dive -- this time we look more closely at the backgrounds and personal lives of Sean, Nathan, Wanya and Michael.Don't miss the rest of our Boy Band Series!Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWe've reached the end of Season 5 in our rewatch of Dawson's Creek and everyone has somewhere to go (but not everyone actually goes those places). The early 2000's airport nostalgia of this one took us back -- and we disagreed a bit on Jen's decision to skip Costa Rica.Watch all of Dawson's Creek with us on Hulu or Amazon Prime.Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailMotownphilly's back again -- and we are SO here for it!Our Boy Band Series continues with a group that prefers not to be put in that category (sorry, we didn't know until we were deep into our research) -- Boyz II Men. Tune in to hear how the Boyz met, what drives their harmonic sound and what they are up to today.Don't miss part 2 of the episode, where we'll delve into the lives of the members. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWe're nearing the end of our rewatch of Dawson’s Creek, Season 5 and the crew is getting ready for the summer months. Predatory restaurant boss Alex is back and acts even more recklessly than before, and Dawson runs into that beautiful Boston film critic again -- and finds himself shirtless in a sea of VHS tapes. Join us for our rewatch of Dawson's Creek! We're watching on Hulu and Amazon Prime. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWe're back with more NKOTB -- and this time, we're diving into the personal lives, careers and minor controverises surrounding the five boy band members of New Kids on the Block.Also - Katie was right about something from the LAST episode so tune in to see what that was all about. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailIn this edition of our Dawson's Creek rewatch, the Capeside (now Boston) crew heads on a spring break trip to Miami. Charlie shows up (with a tent?) to woo Joey, but then so does Dawson... and Audrey's ex high school boyfriend who is now a world-famous movie star. In Episode 20, they are all back in Boston and Pacey and Audrey have a new boss, who (of course) has a thing for Pacey. Also, Jen coughs a lot but there's no explanation. Join us as we share our thoughts on every episode of Dawson's Creek in our rewatch series!Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailDid you and your best friend ever scheme to marry brother boy band stars so that you could be sisters?Do you have the right stuff, baby?If you ever had a pillowcase with Donny Wahlberg's face on it, then you might be a Xennial New Kids on the Block fan... and so are we.Join us in Part 1 of our series on New Kids on the Block, a boy band from Boston that set off a worldwide sensation in the 1980's and continues to perform together today. Stay tuned for Part 2, and the rest of our Boy Band series. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailThe "Boston season" continues as we discuss Dawson's Creek, Season 5, Episodes 17 and 18, where the writers of the show continue to try to make Joey a frontwoman/singer. It's also Lily's first birthday celebration and we see some sketches that actually look pretty good. We also discuss if you should discuss your "number" with new partners. Find out what WE think -- and listen in to all of our Dawson's Creek episodes. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailIn the final episode of our TGIF series, we talk about which shows still have staying power -- and which ones fell short (in our opinions, which differ as usual). If you haven't yet, be sure to listen to all of our episodes in our TGIF series. We covered:Perfect StrangersFull HouseFamily MattersDinosaursStep by StepBoy Meets WorldDid you love our TGIF series? Subscribe wherever your listen (and on YouTube), share us with your favorite 80's & 90's kids, and leave us a review to help more nostalgic nerds find the show.Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailEpisodes 15 & 16 of Season 5 of Dawson's Creek contain a lot of action, starting with a Joey-only episode that involves a weird encounter with a mugger (who dies). Pacey grabs a beer with Jack at a gay bar, as Pacey and Audrey try to figure out if they should keep exploring their connection. Join us for all of our Dawson's Creek rewatch episodes. We're rewatching on Hulu and Amazon. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWe hold a special place in our hearts for James Van Der Beek, the "Dawson" of our two-year rewatch of Dawson's Creek and football star of Varsity Blues. So we wanted to take the time to remember him properly, through the life he led, the projects he worked on and the family he built.Thanks for holding space for him, and us, listeners.This episode was made possible by the following sources:NPRWikipediaIMDBPeople.comCheshire AcademyMarie ClaireEW.comGoFundMeTMZBBC.comLeave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailThis particular recording day felt heavy, as we had just learned of the death of James Van Der Beek. Listen in to our James Van Der Beek tribute episode that expands on all the feels.In our rewatch, we saw Dawson start film school in "Something Wilder" in Boston as Jen got in trouble with her producer for losing her on-air "edge." Jack’s fraternity story starts to turn. The next episode, "Guerrilla Filmmaking", shows Dawson trying to direct someone else's film and a Pacey and Audrey love connection. Join us for all of our Dawson's Creek rewatch episodes. We're watching Season 5 on Hulu and Amazon Prime. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWas your first TV crush named Shawn or Topanga? Did you learn life's tough lessons from your neighbor/teacher?If you watched TGIF for the shenanigans of Cory Matthews and friends, you might be a fan of Boy Meets World, and a Xennial, and so are we. Join us as we rewatch, revisit and chat about one of TGIF's later hits, Boy Meets World. We also talk about the 2017 sequel, Girl Meets World, and the current podcast Pod Meets World. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailIn the next two episodes of Season 5, Audrey gets a job alongside Pacey, Joey gets pulled onto the stage by Jen's ex Charlie, and Pacey faces a choice to leave Boston. Oh and Dawson decides to move to Gram's attic. Don't miss our Nostalgic or Problematic discussions. We're rewatching Season 5 on Hulu and Amazon Prime. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailDo dinosaurs make the best satirists?It depends who you ask (Dani or Katie). Listen in for our thoughts as we rewatched and revisited the 1990's Jim-Henson created sitcom, Dinosaurs, part of the iconic TGIF primetime lineup. Don't miss any of our TGIF episodes!Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailFrat parties, a film festival and uncomfortable dinners with friends highlight the next two episodes of Season 5. We talk about Dawson and Jen's budding relationship -- the second time around -- and Karen's departure from Boston.Watch all of Season 5 with us on Hulu or Amazon Prime.Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailDid you ever watch The Brady Bunch and think, "Gee, I wish there was a 90's reboot!"?Are you team JT or team Dana?If you love sitcom theme songs that happen at unidentified theme parks, then you'll love this installment of our TGIF Series all about the fully-90's show Step By Step.Join us as we delve into this sitcom that was fully a product of its time, between the stars, the storylines and the general Miller-Boyettness of it all.Don't miss any of our TGIF Series episodes!Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailDawson is in a whirlwind of anxiety in the next two episodes of Season 5. He takes his first steps to coping with his grief through therapy (and Katie spotted Pauley Perette as said therapist). Jen gets revenge on two-timing Charlie (the old locked out naked in the hallway trick) and Joey stands up to Audrey's mom. Join us for all of Season 5 on Hulu or Amazon Prime!Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailIf Larry and Balki are cornerstone characters of your early TV watching, this is the episode for you. We continue our rewatch of the most iconic shows from the TGIF programming block with Perfect Strangers that first debuted in 1986. If you grew up with TGIF, you’ll find the theme song still slaps and the finale’s hot-air-balloon chaos is so very 90's. Listen in to all of our TGIF series!Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to our TGIF series, where we are revisiting the popular primetime scheduling block that ran from 1989 through 2000. This week, Dani researched Family Matters which ran from 1989 to 1997 and catapulted the character of Steve Urkel to iconic status. We share our own memories of originally watching the show and our thoughts upon rewatching several of the episodes. Don't miss any of our TGIF episodes!Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailJoin us for a little extra fun this week as Katie and Dani face off on 80's and 90's trivia. How many answers will you know?Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailRemember racing home for TGIF, humming along to “Everywhere You Look,” and believing life’s biggest problems could be fixed before the credits rolled? This week, we're revisiting the iconic 80's and 90's sitcom, Full House. Katie researched this episode on one of her favorite childhood shows, including info on the stars. Check out every episode in our TGIF series!Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailThis week we talk about the next two episodes in Season 5, which includes a Halloween episode that could be a standalone. The sixth episode of the season took us to Worthington where Dawson visited Joey, and Tobey visits Jack in Boston, and the vibes are weird.Join us as we watch all of Season 5 on Hulu and Amazon Prime. Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailThere's really no way around it: Mitch dying in a car accident really got us in our feels. And right after he and Dawson have a difficult heart-to-heart conversation about Dawson's decision to quit film school and move to Boston.Join us as we continue to follow the Capeside crew in their college years in Season 5 of Dawson's Creek.Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWas it really a Friday night in the 90s if a two-hour primetime block of sitcoms wasn't playing in your home? This episode kicks off our series on TGIF (or Thank Goodness It's Funny), the ABC programming block that brought us iconic Xennial shows like Full House, Family Matters and Dinosaurs. In this episode we talk about the background of TGIF -- and stay tuned for a deeper dive into some of these classic shows.Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailIn our last episode of 2025, we revisit our "words of the year" and assess how well we've done individually, and as a podcast.We also set our words for 2026 - join us on this reflective and look-ahead episode!Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWe’re kicking off Season 5 of Dawson’s Creek — and we’re not in Capeside anymore. New hair, new energy, and the introduction of some new characters (hello Busy Phillips and Chad Michael Hall).  Will Dawson and Joey make it long distance? Will Jen find love again? Is Gram’s new kitchen just the kitchen that Andi and Jack had in Capeside?Rewatch Season 5 with us - we’re watching on Hulu and Amazon Prime  Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWe trade holiday memories from being 80’s kids and 90’s teens - including some photo evidence of roller blades and wood paneling. We also talk about the heaviness of the holidays that can crop up, especially this year for Dani. Join us for some holiday realness - we’re holding space for you!Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailWe've reached the end of Season 4 and lots of storylines get tied up (while at least one seems to be starting back up). Listen in as we talk about the Season 4 Finale, and our thoughts on the writing and storylines from this season overall.Next time you hear us talking Dawson's Creek, we'll be kicking off Season 5!Catch up in the meantime on all of our Dawson's Creek episodes!Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailIs your favorite portrayal of Bob Cratchit on film performed by Kermit?Do you feel like Victorian England would've been a better place with actual puppets strolling down the cobblestone streets?If you think Sir Michael Caine was robbed of a Best Actor win for his role as Scrooge in A Muppet Christmas Carol, you might be a Xennial fan of it and we are too. Like, superfans. Which is why we rewatched it for the umpteenth time for this episode. Join us as we share our favorite parts, quote some lines and delve into the making of this 1992 holiday classic.  Leave us a glowing review wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with Generation In-Between: A Xennial Podcast at all the places below:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here

Send us Fan MailScary, cute or confusing?Join us as we unpack the 1984 holiday classic Gremlins, a film that Katie watched for the first time ever to research this episode. Puppets and animatronics -- and the perfect amount of 1980's camp -- are what make it iconic. But will it win over Scrooge-like movie critic Katie?Don't miss any of our holiday content, anywhere 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:PatreonTikTokInstagramFacebookEmail us at [email protected] an episode topic here