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The Cusp

by Julianne Mancuso

Ever feel like you don't fully fit into either the Millennial or Gen Z crowd? Same.This podcast is a nostalgic, slightly unhinged trip through what it was like growing up somewhere between Millennials and Gen Z. We’re talking DCOMs, Nickelodeon, Tumblr, MySpace, flip phones, LimeWire, embarrassing Facebook statuses, skinny jeans, side parts, and all the questionable trends we somehow thought were cool.So grab a Sunny D, put your phone on Do Not Disturb, and come relive the chaos of being a Zillennial. Because if you remember when the internet made that screeching noise, welcome.

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Episodes

  1. EMERGENCY DELENA REUNION!!!!

    Guys, Selena and Demi reunited for a collab. SO, of course I had to do an emergency episode breaking down their entire friendship.

  2. Dolls, Disney, and Don Lothario: Part 1: Just Don Lothario

    This week, I'm joined by my childhood best friend of 25 years, Andrew. We were supposed to talk about other topics, but we ended up spending an hour and a half talking all about The Sims. We explore the lore of the various households, go through every single expansion, stuff, and game pack (and...

  3. Now Thats What I Call... Pt 2. Feat. Nissi

    okay guys hear me out. I accidentally recorded this with autotune on. its really funny and I feel like it added to the vibe of the early 2000's Now CD topic, but just a warning before you listen. but ANYWAY! Bestie Nissi is back (again) for part 2 of our Now CD series. This episode, we talk about...

  4. Degrassi Pt. 4

    BABY THERES A SHARK IN THE WATER!!! That's right guys, we're getting into season 10 and 11 of Degrassi. Now, these two seasons alone are over 80 episodes of Degrassi, so this episode is just seasons 10 and 11- and the drama might be even crazier than 1-9. I introduce you to my husband in my mind,...

  5. One Hit Wonders of The 90's and Early 2000's feat. Gabe

    The reunion that everyone has been waiting for: Turtleshrek Radio is back (kinda)! Bestie Gabe and I get together and discuss our top 5 one hit wonders of the late 90's/early 2000's, artists that are ~technically~ one hit wonders, but only in the US, and the most random connections between a lot…

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  6. The Pendulum of Weight Loss

    Growing up in the early 2000's, there was a lot of discourse around women's bodies. In this episode, I go in depth with the body "trends" and how it has affected girls and women today.

  7. Now: That's What I Call...

    Bestie Nissi is back! This week, we discuss the first 10 Now CD's, and how they have influenced our music taste to this day. From Britney & Backstreet Boys, to Creed & Nickelback, we have it all.

  8. Degrassi Pt. 3

    Join me in talking about the worst three seasons of Degrassi, but I promise- its still a good time. I talk about the graduation of all of out OG's, the introduction to later main girls, Clare and Alli, and ~that~ wedding in Degrassi Takes Manhattan.

  9. Cheetah Sisters feat. Chrissy

    This is a special one guys. I reunite with my friend of 20 years, Chrissy, and we reminisce, connect over, and relive our childhood love of the Disney Channel (specifically Raven Symone)!

  10. I Was Way Too Young To Be Listening To This Sh*t

    Today, I ramble on about the video game soundtracks that raised me, including Tony Hawk's American Wasteland, ATV: Offroad Fury, and Guitar Hero!

  11. I Can't Believe They Dated feat. Zoey

    I talk to my girl, Zoey, all about celebrity couples from the early 2000s! *Please excuse random background sounds, this was literally the second episode I recorded and I wasnt used to the mics yet lol* *Reuploaded bc I uploaded the wrong file lol im new to this guys*

  12. Degrassi Pt. 2

    Today I talk about seasons 1-6 of Degrassi: The Next Generation!

  13. Top 10 Scripted TV Shows feat. Nissi

    My bestie girl Nissi and I discuss our top 10 favorite TV shows! An episode with lot of shocks, a lot of duplicates, and even more laughs.

  14. Degrassi: Part 1

    I talk all about the OG Degrassi Series from the 1980's, give an overview, my thoughts, and prepare you all for the start of The Next Generation!

  15. Hey Now!! Hey Now!! I Saw Hilary Duff!!

    I just saw Y2K queen Hilary Duff! Enjoy an hour or so of me rambling about how much I love this woman. The first part is all about the concert and my whole experience, and then I go through all of Hilary's albums and my love for them.

  16. Pilot

    Ever feel like you don't fully fit into either the Millennial or Gen Z crowd? Same. This podcast is a nostalgic, slightly unhinged trip through what it was like growing up somewhere between Millennials and Gen Z. We’re talking DCOMs, Nickelodeon, Tumblr, MySpace, flip phones, LimeWire…

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About this show

Ever feel like you don't fully fit into either the Millennial or Gen Z crowd? Same.This podcast is a nostalgic, slightly unhinged trip through what it was like growing up somewhere between Millennials and Gen Z. We’re talking DCOMs, Nickelodeon, Tumblr, MySpace, flip phones, LimeWire, embarrassing Facebook statuses, skinny jeans, side parts, and all the questionable trends we somehow thought were cool.So grab a Sunny D, put your phone on Do Not Disturb, and come relive the chaos of being a Zillennial. Because if you remember when the internet made that screeching noise, welcome.

Hosted by

Julianne Mancuso

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Cusp have?

The Cusp has 16 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on October 28, 2026.

What is The Cusp about?

Ever feel like you don't fully fit into either the Millennial or Gen Z crowd? Same.This podcast is a nostalgic, slightly unhinged trip through what it was like growing up somewhere between Millennials and Gen Z. We’re talking DCOMs, Nickelodeon, Tumblr, MySpace, flip phones, LimeWire, embarrassing...

How often does The Cusp release new episodes?

The Cusp publishes weekly, based on its 16 episodes since August 2026.

Who hosts The Cusp?

The Cusp is created and hosted by Julianne Mancuso.
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