Ep 243: OK, Boomer: How Millennials Got Left Behind (And What To Do About It)

You’re probably familiar with the “OK, Boomer” meme… But it’s not just a sarcastic dismissal — it’s a recognition that millennials are in crisis, says this week’s guest Jill Filipovic, author of "OK, Boomer, Let's Talk: How My Generation Got Left Behind.” Jill highlights some of the policy changes and economic structures that have held millennials back, and walks us through concrete suggestions to improve our lives. In Mailbag, we tackle listener questions on loaning money to family, what to do if you’re considering a career in finance, and how to move forward with FMLA if you’re a contract employee who is expecting a baby. In Thrive, a mind trick that can help you save more money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices