The Millennial Agenda

States have begun to ease up on or remove mask mandates entirely and while some people are excited about it, some of us are feeling a bit apprehensive about all of it. Experts say that it may take some time before vaccinated people feel comfortable leaving the house mask-free and there is nothing wrong with that. Your favorite millennial podcasters sit down and talk through their feelings about going mask-free and what they are looking forward to doing when the worlds is less wonky!

Special Guests: Nina Sabettini & Meg Stone

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Marco, the other Animorphs, and Ax have managed to find out where the Yeerks are planning to build their next ground-based Kandrona. That's a good thing. The location is supposed to be somewhere near the North Pole. That's a bad thing. The Animorphs and Ax know that the Yeerks are a "cold-blooded" species, but this is a little nuts! Who wants to be near the North Pole without Arctic morphs -- and wearing spandex?

Even so, the kids know that if the Yeerks succeed with their plan, Earth is pretty much done for. And Marco, the other Animorphs, and Ax aren't quite ready to give up the fight...

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Cassie, the other Animorphs, and Ax have a few little problems. A few very little problems. Actually, the problems call themselves Helmacrons. They're less than an inch tall, and they're pretty upset at Cassie. They believe she stole their ship. Cassie thought it was just a toy, and gave it to charity. Now the Helmacrons want it back.

So the Animorphs and Ax have a new dilemma. Because the Helmacrons have their own secret weapon: They can shrink other beings down to their size. And, if they don't get their ship back soon, everyone on the planet is in for a little surprise...

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The writing is on the wall and the signs are in the window. All over the country "Help Wanted" signs are everywhere with promises sign-on bonuses and growth opportunities but for some reason the restaurant industry is struggling to find workers. Lines at drive-thrus are getting longer and wait times at sit down restaurants are as well. No one wants to work and believe it or not it has nothing to do with unemployment benefits. For the first time Josh opens up about his time as a bartender and servers and what led him to walk away from the industry. His story is not unique and this episode does not begin to skim the surface of the abuses he experienced. So lets pull back the curtain and talk about why workers are not returning or are now walking out of their jobs in the serving industry.

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His name is Elfangor-Sirinial-Shamtul.

An Andalite war-prince. The one who gave five young humans the ability to morph into any animal they touch. They are still out there, fighting an evil so powerful there isn't a moment that goes by when they can actually feel safe. Their story continues.

But this is how it all began...

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There's is so much happening in this episode I don't even know where to begin! This week author and coach Caitlin Fisher returns to the podcast to discuss their all-new program designed to help YOU achieve your goals while avoiding the burn out that we are all too used to. In case that's not enough they have launched their all-new podcast "Run Like Hell Toward Happy" which is available wherever you're listening to THIS podcast. But wait! There's more! Josh went viral this week and sadly there is no cure (which would be nice because the notifications are getting annoying) and he gives a few hints about his upcoming horror novel and what it's like to be yelled at by strangers on the internet. Ya'll, it's been a week. 

Special Guest: Caitlin Fisher

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Someone's looking for Tobias. Someone who says she's his long-lost cousin. Tobias isn't sure the person is telling the truth. But she's really nice, and knows a lot about him. And what she tells Tobias definitely gets his attention.

It seems a lawyer has discovered Tobias's father's last will and testament. So, Tobias needs to attend the reading. His "cousin" even offers to go along. But something just doesn't feel quite right. That's when Tobias, the other Animorphs, and Ax decide to do a little checking on this "cousin." And what they discover will change the rest of Tobias's life...

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We've been talking for months about being able to see a light at the end of the COVID tunnel and it seems to be in site. Vaccinations are now more widely available and getting them seems to be all the rage (for the lucky people who have something cool to post on Instagram). With a majority of The Millennial Agenda Crew having been vaccinated, we sit down and chat about our experiences so far when dealing with the process, the side-effects and any superpowers gained (spoiler alert: none so far). Join us for a fun chat about our walk down vaccination lane!

With Meg Stone

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David, the newest Animorph, is not what he appears. His need to control the other Animorphs and Ax is all he thinks about. And the things he does are starting to break up the group.

Rachel and the others know that time is running out. The newest battle against the Yeerks is the most important one yet. And it's not one that will wait. Winning this fight could mean slowing down the invasion. But no one knows what to do with David. Because the newest Animorph is more than just a little problem. He's deadly...

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There is a new Animorph. And he's arrived just in time, because the Yeerks are preparing their biggest takeover ever. The ultimate target: the world's most powerful leaders gathered together in one place. What better way to get into the minds of humans? Literally.

At first, David joins the fight with a vengeance. But there is definitely something wrong. Because he's starting to break the rules. Taking risks that could get them all captured. Or killed. The Animorphs don't know what to do. Because there was a time when the Yeerks were their greatest enemy. That's about to change...

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We've been locked away for a year, hiding from an invisible enemy who has not just threatened, but destroyed our way of life. So naturally, we all went insane and baked a lot of bread. Well, some of us did. Your favorite trio of podcasters come together and share the year of COVID and what we've done and learned in a year of isolation, lockdown and social distancing. We talk through our Tiger King Phase, why we still don't understand people who don't want to wear masks and the lessons learned when the world has time to slow down and take a hard look at itself. But there's a light at the end of the tunnel as two out of the three of us have gotten the first dose of the Fauci Ouchie!

Special Guests: Nina Sabettini & Meg Stone

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The blue box Elfangor used to create the Animorphs has been found by a kid named David. David has no idea what he has -- or what it can do. But Marco does. And when he sees David with it, he knows the Animorphs have to get that box. At any cost.

But what should have been a simple plan ends up going horribly wrong. And David is on the run with the Animorphs and Ax. Now they have only two choices: turn David over to the Yeerks. Or make him the sixth Animorph.

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The unforgettable story of the fierce Hork-Bajir wars in a time before the Animorphs...

Dak Hamee is a unique Hork-Bajir. His people call him a "seer." He learns more quickly and completely than the rest of his docile race. Hork-Bajir like him are born once a generation.

Aldrea is a young Andalite. Daughter of the notorious Prince Seerow. It is only after she and her family are sent to the Hork-Bajir home world that she begins to fight the Yeerks -- and, with Dak's help, ultimately discovers their hideous plan.

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Millennials aren't as mysterious as people like to think, sometimes you just have to ask! This week Josh, once again, turns over control of the podcast to a gust with some burning questions about the Millennial generation (and Gen Z for that matter... also Gen A... really just all the youngins). Together they dive into Millennials in the workplace, Millennials out in the world and what music best defines the Millennial generation (spoiler alert: it's not Taylor Swift). So grab some avocado toast and a glass of wine, it's time for a generational showdown!

Special Guest: Cheri Fraser

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Cassie's had it. After the last mission, she realizes she's getting tired of missions. Tired of battles. Tired of being an Animorph. She decides that she just can't do it anymore. So she quits.

But that's not the worst that's happened. It seems a human-Controller named Karen followed Cassie after the last run-in with the Yeerks. And she knows Cassie is an Andalite... or human. Either way, if she exposes Cassie, it's all over. No more Cassie. No more Animorphs. No more planet Earth...

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We could blame everything that happened on Marco. He was the one who heard about the downed submarine. He was the one who thought we should check it out. And everyone knows that if Marco's up to a challenge, I'm definitely there.

Everything was going fine. Until the explosion. An explosion that blows us millions of years back in time. Back to the age of dinosaurs. Now Tobias, Cassie, Marco, Ax, Jake and I are fighting for our lives with every step we take. But that's not our biggest problem. Our biggest problem is we have no idea how to get back to our own time ...

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Special Guest: Meg Stone

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If you've been hooked on the drama of Josh's air conditioning- the saga comes to an exciting conclusion on today's episode. Josh also shares the tale of the mystery White Claw delivers that continue to plague him to this day. AND THAT'S NOT ALL!! Today Josh sits down will Millennial Agenda regular co-host Nina Sabettini to answer followers burning questions about life as a writer. Join us and learn all about Josh's process as a writer, what he's currently working on and which famous author he'd like to spend a day with!

Special Guest: Nina Sabettini

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Ax and the Animorphs are about to have a huge problem. It starts when they decide to morph mosquitoes in order to slip by some unsuspecting Yeerks. It ends with them stuck in Zero-space with no idea how they got there, no way to get back to Earth...and no oxygen.

Luckily, an Andalite scout ship finds them before it's too late. But now Ax is finally with his own people. And he doesn't know if he ever wants to go back to Earth...

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BONUS CONTENT FROM THIS WEEK'S EPISODE

People are trying to hate on Disney+ and WandaVision because they are sick have having to wait an entire week for a new episode. Boy, they sure would have been disappointed in the time before DVR, DVD releases and streaming. We also catch up on what shows we're currently watching (The Walking Dead, Psych, The Big Bang Theory and Searching for Italy with Stanley Tucci) and reminisce about what life was like before technology made TV watching so easy. 

Special Guests: Nina Sabettini and Meg Stone

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Gen Z is on TikTok and they are coming for the stereotypical millennial: They don't like our use of the crying laughing emoji, our jeans are too tight and apparently we're parting our hair all wrong. We're weirdly obsessed with Disney, our pets and also wine. But are we really at war or is the media just trying to gaslight us into one because the boomer war well has dried up? We take a humorous dive into the battle between Millennials and Gen Z and along the way we'll fully admit that we are old and we love our cheese boards. As a special bonus, Josh talks about upgrading his phone for the first time in seven years (hello Samsung Galaxy 21!) and why his social anxiety is probably the reason he doesn't have any air conditioning right now.

Special Guests: Nina Sabettini and Meg Stone

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What's tasty, good for you, and only takes sixty seconds to make? Oatmeal. And it's making the Yeerks more than a little crazy. Now Rachel, the other Animorphs, and Ax have a new weapon against the Yeerks. Sounds good, right?

Wrong. Because it means another trip to the Yeerk pool. And the possibility of running into Visser Three. And of not being able to get back up to the surface. The Animorphs and Ax have taken chances before and been very lucky. But this time their luck may be about to run out...

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Who doesn't love a good book about oatmeal? The Animorphs go off on an almost good plan and Josh has a ton of questions about whether or not a Yeerk would should up on an MRI. So if you're looking for a frank discussing about chemical warfare and the physics of six birds carrying a man to safety after he jumped off a building- you sure are at the right podcast!

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Did you know that virtual speed dating was a thing? Josh sure didn't! Back in January, during a conversation with Caitlin Fisher, Josh discovered that virtual speed dating was indeed a thing and decided that the best course of action was to sign up to give it a try and it went about as well as one of the Animorphs last minute plans. Josh is finally here to share all the stories of his virtual speed dating experience and also reveals which member of the Impractical Jokers he has managed to develop a crush on while in quarantine. It's really been a roller coaster of emotions over here. You know, if the roller coaster were to crash a burn.

Special Guest: Casey Maute

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Jake's made a pretty amazing discovery. It seems like there may be other people who know about the invasion. Others who know about the Yeerks. Jake finds a Web site devoted to the Yeerks. And Jake, the other Animorphs, and Ax aren't sure it's too good to be true.

But if they try to investigate the site and it's a trap, there's no way the Yeerks won't find out who they are. If they don't check it out, they'll never know if they're the only ones fighting. Whatever Jake and the others decide to do, they've got to move quickly, because Visser Three isn't the only one dying to meet them...

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Are you ready for some hardcore 90's nostalgia? Do you miss dial-up internet, lax security at airports and teenagers facing their own mortality at the hands of a fly swatter? You are in for a treat because this episode has all of that AND MORE!! This book sure has it all including a Cannibal Serial-Killing Twin Brother (which is a great name for a Fall Out Boy song or just the plot of any soap opera during sweeps week). The Animorphs embark on some of their craziest shenanigans yet and Josh makes lots of confused noises since rules established in the last book seem to not exist in this one.  

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You have survived every bad day so far in your life, because you’re a resilient person. But just because you’re surviving doesn’t mean you’re thriving and fully confident in your boundaries. Your journey has been full of challenges, pursuits, and quests – but you may still find yourself feeling like an unwilling participant in the story. This is especially true for those of us who had traumatic pasts, from childhood or toxic relationships.

What if you could see yourself as the hero of your story? What if you could believe that what happened to you wasn’t your fault? What if you could become a more healed version of yourself — on your terms?

Author Caitlin Fisher (The Gaslighting of the Millennial Generation) returns to discuss their all-new program "Critical Hit Recovery a five week course designed to help you view your trauma recovery in a way you’ve never done before, honor the resilience and defensive skills that helped you survive a traumatic past, and make a plan to become the next level version of yourself.

The course uses a tabletop roleplaying game framework (think Dungeons and Dragons) to create a characterized version of yourself in trauma and in recovery.

Special Guest: Caitlin Fisher

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Almost nothing could be as bad as finding out your mother is Visser One. The most powerful of all Vissers. The leader of the Yeerk invasion of Earth. But it happened to Marco. And even though he's been handling it pretty well, he knew there'd come a time when he'd have to face her again. Knowing that the Yeerk in her brain had taken his mother away.

So when Marco, the other Animorphs, and Ax discover that Visser One is overseeing a secret underwater project, they know they have to check it out. But Marco's not sure if this is a battle he'll be able to fight...

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We're definitely not going to talk about Rainforest Café or Sea World but they are totally in this episode, and don't forget the obligatory Cinnabon reference! Josh has a multitude of questions about Marco sharking out at school and Ax's ability to slice through 17-inch thick acrylic glass and Kevin drops some Spy Kids references that Josh doesn't understand. All in a days work in the life of two Millennials re-reading the Animorphs books. Join us won't you?

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I have taken a look at my 2021 BINGO card and I was shocked that "Reddit Cyberbullies the Stock Market" was nowhere to be found, yet here we are. WallStreetBets put forth a call to action for users to charge the stock market and buy up stocks of GameStop in order to disrupt some short-sellers and hedge funds- and it worked. We have officially exceeded my knowledge and understanding of what is actually going on. Enter in the experts. I reached out to Chuck Jaffe to help break it all down in a way that we can all understand! Chuck is the host of Money Life, is a veteran financial journalist and nationally syndicated financial columnist whose work appears in newspapers from coast to coast. We chat, not only, about what is going on in the Stock Market with Gamestop, but Chuck also offers some sound financial advice and even some insight to the madness of the lottery! If you're looking for investment and money advice for millennials, you have come to the right place! I'm just sorry that Margo Robbie wasn't available on such short notice to explain all this while sitting in a bathtub and drinking champagne. My bad.

Special Guest: Chuck Jaffe

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There's a new rumor in town. Someone has discovered an item that proves life on other planets exists. And they've been hiding it on a base called Zone 91. The Most Secret Place On Earth. Cassie, the other Animorphs, and Ax already know about life on other planets. Too well. They also realize the Yeerks will try to access Zone 91. To find out if what's there will threaten their mission. So the Animorphs decide to pay Zone 91 and the Yeerks a little visit. But what they discover is not at all what they expect...

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Cue Elsa belting out "Into the Unknown" because that's exactly where Josh and Kevin are heading in this week's episode! The yeerks are apparently infesting horses now which is all well and good until you learn that they are trying to break into a secret government facility that is, apparently, run by the Three Stooges if the Three Stooges were all one person and that person was the captain in charge of this base. Join us and find out what happens when a secret military bases lacks any sort of basic security systems... like a fence. BUT THAT'S NOT ALL!!! We also learn that The Gardens Amusement Park has very little proper security as well! Feel like a swim in the log flume right? GO FOR IT! Aliens running all over the place and beheading beloved cartoon characters? SURE! Everything makes sense and this is totally fine. Promise.

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The whole world came into 2021 with a sense of cautious optimism, especially here in the United States. With the drop of the ball on New Year's Eve, we all knew that we were 20 days away from a new presidency and, hopefully, a chance for the many wrongs of the past four years to be righted. Not only that a chance to right the MANY wrongs of our country throughout it's history. Then came January 6th when then president Donald Trump instigated an insurrection at the United States Capital. All those good feelings of just a week prior were gone. For the next two weeks we all held our breath as we waited for the inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. Now we are ready to move forward with the lessons learned and work to create a better country for everyone. Moreso, we're finally ready to move forward with our own lives and use the lessons of 2020 to be better for ourselves. Join Josh and company as we digest the past few weeks and what we are hoping for moving forward into the new year.

Special Guests: Nina Sabettini and Meg Stone

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Tobias has pretty much gotten used to his life. He's a red-tailed hawk with the mind of a kid. It was weird when he first got trapped in morph. But now it's almost okay. After all, how many kids actually get the chance to fly?

Now Tobias is about to make a very special choice. A choice that the other Animorphs and Ax know nothing about. And it could mean the difference between being a hawk...and being human...

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The Animorphs embark on an important mission to help save the only free Hork-Bajir in the entire universe and all Kevin can do is make fun of Josh for his use of the word "hinky" in a sentence.  Join us as we discuss the implications of Tobias and Rachel dating now that he can morph again, the legend of the monkey paw, and why it's perfectly normal to have framed photos of your pets in your bedroom.

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We're nearly a year into the COVID-19 Pandemic and then ends seems to be nowhere in sight. One of the biggest industries hit has been the arts. Josh sits down with Aerial Performer and Coach Dan Saab to talk about what it's been like to try to live and work as a performer in these crazy times. We are also starting a kickstarter to buy Dan a shirt.

Special Guest: Dan Saab

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Rachel's got some pretty strange stuff happening. She can't control her morphing. One minute, she's doing homework. The next, she's morphing a full-grown crocodile, and -- without returning to human form -- she becomes an elephant. That's when the floor gives way and Rachel finds herself looking up at what used to be the kitchen ceiling.

What's going on? No one's sure, but Rachel and the other Animorphs have to figure it out -- quickly. Because if someone sees Rachel's out-of-control morphing, the other Animorphs and Ax are in for some serious trouble...

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Josh and Kevin are back sharing one single brain cell in this crocodile burping episode! We d.iscuss 90's hearthrobs and the logistics of children falling into animal enclosures. Josh also wants to know who Rachel's contractor is considering how fast her house was fixed. 

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Millennials were set up.  Everyone reads the headlines. Millennials aren’t buying diamonds or saving for retirement. Millennials want cushy jobs handed to them by organizations with futuristic nap pods. Millennials are killing the housing market because they eat too many avocados. The truth is, millennials were raised being told they could do anything if they worked hard, and then they worked hard only to be told the world owes them nothing. Join Josh for a conversation with an author that said enough is enough! Together they talk pandemic, millennials in the work place, and whether or not Josh should try speed dating. 

Special Guest: Caitlin Fisher

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There's been an accident. Someone crash-landed a Yeerk Bug fighter. And the Yeerks have been trying to cover it up - quickly. But not before Tobias spots it. So the Animorphs and Ax decide to steal the ship to show the world that Earth has been invaded.

That's when things go terribly wrong. Before they know it, Jake, the Animorphs, and Ax find themselves in another place. Another time. And there's no way home...

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Welcome to 2021! A Sario Rip isn't the only weird thing going on. Josh uses reason and logic to make arguments and Kevin tries to explain time travel and may or may not spoil the ending to the TV show LOST. The duo discuss dancing in school, why piranha aren't crazy flesh-eaters (all the time) and why it's not a good idea to create and participate in a Millennial Agenda drinking game. Is AX secretly republican? Is Visser 3 a better leader than Donald Trump? What really happened at the end of LOST? It's definitely an episode you won't want to miss!!

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After taking some time off to get through the holidays, The Millennial Agenda is back and what better way to welcome a new year than to talk about what's on our minds: new year resolutions (or lack thereof), who has better hot chocolate (Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks) and who actually holds dibbs on marrying Chris Evans (Nina or Meg). Change is in the air and we're more than excited to see what 2021 has to bring to the table.

Special Guests: Nina Sabettini and Meg Stone

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When Marco runs into his old friend Erek he doesn't think too much of it. He's got a couple of more important things to do. Like helping to save the world. But then Marco finds out Erek's been hanging with some of the kids at The Sharing. And he starts to think that something just a little weird is going on.

So Marco, Jake, and Ax decide to morph and check old Erek out. Just to see if he's been infested with a Yeerk. The good news is that Erek's not a human-Controller. The bad news is that Erek's not even human...

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We finally get some answers to some of the burning questions we've had since starting the re-read. Additional more world-building occurs are we are introduced to some new species and some potential enemies. More so Josh only says like, three weird things... possible four... or five. Look, at least we sort of stayed on topic okay!

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Get ready for a nerd lesson! A season and a half into the hit Disney+ series, The Mandalorian, casual Star Wars fans are starting to ask questions about all these new characters and worlds. More so we're all wondering if Baby Yoda (The Child) is actually a homicidal maniac. Could the adorable little alien be another Anakin Skywalker in the making? We're sure going to talk about it along with diving into the history of the Mandalorians and questions about the future of the show as well as the Star Wars Universe. 

Special Guest: Erica Sherman 

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There's something pretty weird going on in the woods behind Cassie's house. The place where Ax and Tobias call home. It seems the Yeerks have figured out one very important thing: Andalites cannot survive without a feeding ground. Visser Three knows the "Andalite bandits" don't feed where he does, so there can only be one other place.

Now Cassie, Marco, Jake, Rachel, Tobias, and Ax have to figure out a way to stop a bogus logging camp. Because if Visser Three finds Ax in the woods, nothing will stop him from finding the Animorphs....

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If you're looking for more animal trivia, you are in luck! We've got plenty for you! 

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We're 20 episodes deep, isn't it time to learn something about your host? Now's your chance to get to know the man behind the microphone! In this episode I take the time to answer questions submitted by my followers on social media with no subject off limits. Want to know about my first kiss? That story is here! Want to know what apps I look at first thing in the morning? I've got you covered. Want a story about the time I cried in third grade because I had to sing "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star"? You are in a for a treat! So hunker down with a glass of wine and prepare yourself for an adventure into some untold stories from my life!

What would you do if you were the only alien trapped on a strange planet? Probably freak out, right? Well, that's what Ax feels like doing. But as an Andalite warrior-cadet, he has to be pretty cool about stuff like that. He's been hanging out with the Animorphs ever since the Dome ship was destroyed by the Yeerks and his brother, Prince Elfangor, was destroyed by Visser Three.

Life on Earth is pretty different for Ax. But there is one thing he, Cassie, Marco, Jake, Rachel, and Tobias have in common. Something that one alien, four kids and a hawk know they have to do...stop the Yeerks...

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What do Keanu Reeves, Star Trek and the mating habits of slugs have in common? This episode! Enjoy!!!

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From the year that brought us Six Months of March and a never-ending pandemic came an election that managed to become the friend who celebrates their birthday for an entire week. This tumultuous presidential election that seemed to stretch on forever because we had nothing better to do but watch the chaos unfold day after day, has finally come to an end. On this week's episode we break down election week along with what we hope to see come out of the Biden/Harris presidency. We also take the time to talk about the painful divide in the United States and what we think needs to be done to begin the repair not only the damage from the last 4 years, but the last 244 years. Millennials and Gen Z turned out in this election in a big way and proved that we're more than just Avocado Toast and TikTok dancing. We may not have all the answers but we have some laughs and at least one of us is drinking wine.

Special Guests: Nina Sabettini and Meg Stone

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We never should have done it. But we needed a break. You know, some time off from the superhero stuff. A chance to act like normal kids. Well — as normal as four kids who can morph, a hawk, and an alien can be. Everything should have been cool.

Now Rachel is missing. And there's this... this thing that's after us. But it's not up to me to tell the whole story. Tobias, Cassie, Marco, and Ax were there, too. Even Rachel has some info to add. So go ahead and check this out. And remember not to tell anyone what we're about to tell you. It could mean the difference between life and death. Or worse...

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Josh cracks open a bottle of wine as we discuss Visser 3's ineptitude and how much more likeable Rachel is when she can't remember anything about how crazy she is. Marco blackmails Ax into helping him be a creep at a pool party and Jake and Cassie still haven't gone Facebook official.  Tobias was asleep for the whole thing.

Special Guest: Meg Stone

Okay. Rachel and the other Animorphs have finally found the new entrance to the Yeerk pool. They've even figured out a way to sneak in. The infamous roach morph. But they didn't count on roaches being a Taxxon delicacy. This time escape doesn't look so good.

And then everything stops. Everything. The  Taxxon, the human-controllers, the Hork-Bajir. Time. Now Rachel, Cassie, Marco, Jake, Tobias, and Ax are in for their wildest trip ever. They're going to get the chance to decide whether they want to stay on Earth and fight the Yeerks. Or go to another planet. And the guy giving them the choice says he can save them. Now all they have to do is make the choice...

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I don't know how to describe this episode other than Kevin and I spend 40 minutes proving to the world that we should be on some sort of medication for A.D.D. and for once it was only partially my fault.

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The millennials are flooding to Walt Disney World and they are coming for your pretzels and I can promise you that they won't rest until they've rubbed their slutty shorts all up in your face while making your child cry-- at least, that's what one mom would like you to believe in her viral rant on Facebook. When Josh is here to set the record straight on childless millennials at Disney. Just for good measure he also peppers in some of his passionate contempt for wannabe influencers.

Special Guest: Cat Cutenese

It was really bad when Jake found out his older brother was one of them. It was even worse when Tobias stayed in his morph too long. But nothing compares to the horror the Animorphs are about to face. Nothing. Jake, Rachel, Tobias, Cassie and Marco have a feeling they know where the Yeerks' new base is located. And they've even figured out how to get in -- how many people notice a few flies on the wall? But they never figured they might get caught. Or that Jake could fall into the Yeerk pool. That Jake could become a human controller. A Yeerk. The enemy.

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Josh discovers the true reason why Jake didn't make the basketball team (there's no tackling in basketball!) and can't help but wonder if we have a Yeerk in the White House. Kevin talks about The Wizard of Oz and Twilight and you want to know something... it all makes sense with this book. We dive deeper into the war between the Yeerks and the Andalites as Jake gets a firsthand look at what it's like to be taken over by the enemy. 

Special Guests: Josh's Sleep Paralysis Demon and naked Greek wrestlers

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We've reach the 4th quarter of 2020 and bases are loaded an we're behind like 20 slam dunks... also Josh doesn't know anything about sports. Things just seem to be getting darker and more and more we see people wanting the throw in the towel on this train-wreck of a year. Rather than sinking into the abyss, Josh sits down for an amazing chat with his former college roommate (shout out: Salem State University) turned life-coach. The two catch up and talk about what keeps them going and what they can do to control what they can when things feel out of control- and how to keep 2020 from bringing you down and how to take care of your mental health. So let's lace up our running shoes and remember that 2020, just like life, is a marathon, not a sprint.

Special Guest: Tony Rossi 

Marco never wanted to be an Animorph. He never wanted the ability to change into any animal he touches. He just wants to chill. Whatever happens, happens. Jake, Rachel, Cassie, and Tobias know why Marco feels the way he does. He's worried about his dad -- the only family Marco has left. And if anything happens to him, his father will be all alone. But something is about to change Marco's mind. It seems the Yeerks have a little surprise waiting for him. And it's definitely not nice. Now Marco has a reason to fight...

This week's episode has EVERYTHING! 90's throwback references, Cinnabon, and Mom jeans! With the addition of Ax to the group we have more questions than answers about morphing technology and why, what is essentially a teenager, was allowed on a warship. Josh starts to question the Yeerk hierarchy structure and also learns not to even ask what an Andalite should actually look like... Kevin got really cranky. Also did you know Radio Shacks still exist?!

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The year 2020 has been a time of learning and, in some cases, some hard truths. We’ve learned that some people in our lives- people that we have looked up, admitted, and trusted- are not exactly what they have appeared to be. On August 20th many people in the Halloween Horror Nights Community in Orlando and in the Dance Community as a whole were shook to their core when two dancers formally of Academy of Villains came forward with stories of abuse and assault at the hands of the owners. This opened up the flood gates as many more came forward with their own stories. Without even realizing it, these dancers sparked what would become a movement to speak up for those without a voice and to shed light on the abuses not only within the dance community but inside the entertainment world. Josh chats with the founder of Speak Your Truth Worldwide Cierra Lauren to discuss the birth of this movement and what we can expect from her organization in the very near future and beyond. 

Special Guest: Cierra Lauren 

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It all started with the dreams. But Cassie didn't pay much attention to them. She and her friends had all been having weird dreams ever since they'd first learned to morph. Maybe it was just some crazy side effect.

Then Cassie discovered that she and Tobias had been having the exact same dreams. Dreams about the ocean. And a strange feeling that someone is calling to them. Calling for help. Cassie, Tobias, Jake, Rachel, and Marco have to figure out if the dreams are a message -- or a trap. And if it is a trap, it could mean the end -- for everyone...

This week we learn that Kevin doesn't have a contingency plan for crapping his pants while trying to save the world and that there may be secret message of war in Backstreet Boys Songs. Josh manages to anger every fan of the show Friends and we find ourselves wondering what instincts you might find when morphing a 13-year-old boy. We even talk about the book at points!

When Tobias, Jake, Rachel, Marco and Cassie were given the ability to morph, they were also given one very important warning: Never stay in a morph for more than two hours. But Tobias stayed in his morph for too long. Now he's a hawk -- with a boy's mind -- forever.

And he's starting to forget what he looked like. He's losing control, and wants to give in to the hawk brain inside him. Tobias knows he can't give up, but he's spotted a rat down below. He turns in midair and plummets down to the earth. He's focused. He's determined. He strikes...

Tobias is straight up not having a good time and Josh makes Red Bull the unofficial sponsor of the Animorphs Edition of The Millennial Agenda. The Animorphs come up with another horrible plan and Tobias has some not so fresh feelings about a lady hawk. We also dive a bit deeper into just how much of a wonderful ally KA Applegate is to the LGBTQ+ community and just how much these books mean to an entire generation of readers. To keep things from getting too serious, Josh has some questions about Costco's potential involvement in an alien invasion. Look we just want to make sure you get your money's worth here.

Millennials have taken to using dating apps to find that special someone and Josh is no exception but things don't always go as planned, especially during a global pandemic. For the first time in a long time Josh is back to swiping on Tinder, Bumble, wherever the guys may be and he has some stories to share. Want to know what happens when you slide into his DMs or shoot him a "You up?" text from 1100 miles away? Pour yourself a glass of wine (you're going to need it) and buckle up for this wild ride!

Special Guest: Meg Stone

Rachel is still reeling from the news that the Earth is secretly under attack by parasitic aliens known as the Yeerks. And that she and her friends -- five kids who stumbled onto a downed spacecraft and were given the power to morph into any animal they touch -- are the planet's only defense.

But Rachel has always been a daredevil. When it's suggested that they infiltrate the home of their assistant principal, who also happens to be a human host of the Yeerks, she volunteers. But what she finds inside may be more than even she can handle.

This week we dive into The Visitor, the second book in the Animorphs series and Josh has some questions. Why is Visser 3 eating everyone and everything? Do Yeerk human-controllers have nothing better to do than stare into the void? Does no one care that someone tried to kidnap Rachel? We might not have the answers but we’re sure going to have fun trying to figure it out. As a bonus Kevin gives us a rundown of Yeerk physiology and Josh says maggots a lot.

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Love them or hate them, social media influencers probably aren't going anywhere and in this episode Josh comes out as a self-hating influencer. We dive into what it's like to be a social media personality and the pitfalls that come along with it (including strangers trying to talk to you in the bathroom). It's more than just taking fun pictures and Josh explains why even he can come across as a bit of a snob when you meet him in the real world. We also discuss what it's been like working in Social Media in the time of COVID-19 and the Black Lives Matter movement and just how much stress comes from absorbing the weight of the world. 

Special Guest: Casey Maute

The Earth is being invaded, but no one knows about it. When Jake, Rachel, Tobias, Cassie, and Marco stumble upon a downed alien spaceship and its dying pilot, they're given an incredible power -- they can transform into any animal they touch. With it, they become Animorphs, the unlikely champions in a secret war for the planet. 

The great Animorphs re-read has begun! For the first time in 20 years Josh is picking up the Animorphs books and exploring the series with his friend Kevin.  This week we dive into the first book in the series "The Invasion" and Josh has some questions. And some freak outs. And suggests that an alien race might have mated with a blender. What's not to love? 

Cancel culture has become the norm and a toxic one at that. Gen Z seems to have taken the ball an run with it without any thought to their actions and even the truth behind the situation. Josh finds himself on a slippery slope when weighing the pros and cons of the idea of "cancelling" someone and whether there's a case for it in some instances. Can people learn from their past and grow? What happens when they don't? Also, a fun announcement comes at the end as Josh discusses the future of The Millennial Agenda!

Special Guest: Kevin Mori

What happens when you put two crazy animal lovers on a podcast together? This episode. Josh explains why he loves animals more than people (while also pointing out that it's probably best not to tell your significant other that they'll never measure up to a cat). Tangents abound as we explore the beauty of animals, nature, and what it means to slow down an appreciate the little things in life in the time of COVID-19.

Special Guest: Meg Stone

Have you ever completely misunderstood someone's joke on Twitter and then reached out to them to have a conversation about it? Yes?! Then congrats, you're a podcaster! Josh's misunderstanding lead to a great conversation about the non-binary gender identity on this week's episode. So pour a glass of wine, curl up in your snuggie, close the blinds so you can pretend like it's not 10am and take a listen!

Special Guest: Carrie Wogaman

Josh channels his inner John Mulaney to deal with Karens who don't like being called Karen, Chads who don't want to wear masks, Floridians who apparently don't know how to make grilled cheese at home and politicians who are ready to send kids and teachers to their deaths. All of that and Josh still has time to start a new business where he gets to  yell at people to wear their masks properly! Halloween is cancelled and the kid gloves are coming off- BUCKLE UP KAREN! THIS IS HAPPENING!

Special Guest: Donald Johnston

Welcome to The Millennial Agenda a podcast by a millennial for... really anyone who wants to listen.  Join host Josh Gunderson for the premier episode as he and his guests explain exactly who millennials are and what they want (hint: it's not avocado toast). Join us for some laughs, some serious moments, and a complete side tangent about why Connecticut might be crazier than Florida. Get a taste of what's to come from this all-new (rebooted) podcast!

Special Guests: Nina Sabettini & Meg Stone