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Trick or Trauma? GenX Childhood “fears”
Instead of haunted houses, we had real-life fears - like Pop Rocks (with Coke), the Bermuda Triangle, and that one creepy white van parked down the street. This Halloween on the podcast, we’re unwrapping all the “tricks” that scared the hell out of us as Gen X kids, and realizing that while some fears fade, ours just got funnier. Plus we hear what freaked out our FB community growing up so trust us - you don’t wanna miss this one. 🎃👻
The One Where Gen X (sorta) raises Gen Z
Ever wonder what happens when a Gen X guardian tries to keep up with their Gen Z ward? Spoiler: it’s hilarious. This episode features co-host Chris’s teenager - who, against all odds, gives us actual hope for her generation. Between vintage sarcasm, justifying lateness, and a shared love of ‘80s music (and epic eye-rolls), their relationship proves Gen X and Gen Z might have more in common than we’d ever admit.Bonus points if you count how many times she pointedly says “Christopher!”
Gen X Goes to College
Remember applying to colleges without a single YouTube tutorial in sight, lofting your own dorm bed without approval, and taking "never doing this again" 8am classes? Yeah, we do too, and we’re not holding back.
If you (barely) survived your own college years in the ‘80s and ‘90s, this one’s for you. Hear us flail through questionable life choices (and the lifelong friends who got us through them) and how we're prepping our Gen Z spawn for their own college daze.
Kiss, Marry… Wait, What Are the Rules Again?
We’re baaaack! Season seven kicks off the only way we know how: with absolute chaos. And by chaos, we mean a hysterical round of Kiss, Marry, [something].
6 Seasons In. Still Oversharing.
Season 6 of the podcast is wrapping up—and in true Gen X fashion, we’re doing it our way: a little chaotic, slightly nostalgic, and completely unfiltered. For this special season finale, all four of us (yes, miracles happen!) are finally able to record at the same tme, answering the questions you—our gloriously curious, sarcastic, and slightly unhinged Facebook group—sent in. From deep thoughts to weird rabbit holes, nothing’s off limits. It’s part AMA, part group therapy, and 100% real. You’re welcome. (or… maybe sorry?)
“Follow the cat”: Becoming GenX digital nomads
In this episode, we are diving into the world of GenX digital nomads—that’s right: people our age are living and working from foreign countries, cool cities, or just wherever the Wi-Fi’s decent and the coffee’s strong.
So how do they decide where to go? How do they find a place to stay? And most importantly, how do they do all this without losing their minds (or all their chargers)?
We’ve got TWO guests with us today—yes, two—who just so happen to be married and currently living the digital nomad dream. Tune in as we grill them about all things nomad-life, take notes for our own escape plan, and try not to sound too jealous.
Beyond the Mic: Ask Us Anything
We're wrapping up Season SIX (can you believe it?!), and we want to hear from YOU — yes, YOU!
For the last episode of this season, we’re flipping the script. Instead of an “Ask Me Anything,” it’s an Ask US Anything — and we mean anything (well, anything show-related… don’t go nutty, kids 😄).
Got questions about the four of us? Curious about how our generation sees the world? Burning topics you want us to cover in Season Seven (OMG, Season SEVEN!)?
Drop us your questions, hot takes, or wish list ideas. We’re all ears and are ready to spill the tea in the final episode of the season. It’s ALL up to YOU.
GenX vs AI: will tech help or hurt us?
While technology has changed a ton since we last did an episode about it in 2020 (OMG), we couldn't have anticipated then what it would become today. Is it possible to keep a Walkman mindset in an AI world? What's the impact on our humanity? Listen in for a brutally honest GenX take on how technology is shifting everything in our lives, for better or worse.
‘87 Forever: Four Albums That Shaped Our GenX-ness
Remember when each co-host picked a 1986 GenX album earlier this season and we got way too into it? Yeah… we’re doing that again. This time, it’s 1987—and no, we’re not out of opinions yet (not even close). Each of us picked an album from that iconic year, we all (mostly) gave ‘em a listen, and then lovingly (and loudly) overanalyzed them.
Expect deep tracks, random trivia no one asked for, and at least one “omg I totally forgot about that song!” moment. Oh, and as usual, we’ll be dragging our former teenage selves and probably uncovering something weird about each other along the way.
So press play, roll up those acid-wash jeans, and let’s get back to 1987—because clearly, we think it rocked.
Surprise! We Have No Idea What We’re Doing
We totally planned this episode… by not planning at all. Instead, we each showed up with a handful of random topics, hit record, and hoped for the best. So if you've ever wondered what Gen X ad jingles, annoying earworms, pet psychics, and a questionable amount of DayQuil have in common—same. Does it all make sense? Probably not. Will it be fun to hear? Absolutely. Tune in for a totally unplanned, mildly chaotic ride—because let’s be real, we could all use a few unhinged laughs right now.
Aging: The good, the bad & the WTF
Look, we weren’t gonna talk about aging, but here we are—because apparently, it’s happening whether we like it or not. People say GenX is aging differently, but tell that to our knees, eyesight, and ability to function after 9 PM. From shifting looks to mystery aches to questioning if we can still pull off certain outfits, we’re covering it all. As always, expect brutal honesty, a little oversharing, and plenty of “WTF happened?!” moments. Buckle up, cuz midlife is wild.
Breakfast of Champions: GenX & Saturday Morning Cartoons
Grab your sugary cereal and get comfy—we’re throwing it back to the cartoons that defined our childhoods! From Saturday morning classics to the animated gems we still love today, we’re diving into what made these shows so special. Did we move on to “grown-up” animation, or are we still watching our old favorites? OH! And you know you want to know Courtney;s saturday morning parental theory and why Eve named her Roomba after a favorite cartoon chatacter. Tune in for a kickass & nostalgic ride!
Drinking from the hose: 80s Kids’ Survival Stories
Miss us? We took a little breather after the 2024 election, but guess what? We’re BACK, whether you’re ready or not! Today, we’re diving into all the wild, questionable, and downright dangerous things we did as kids. Seatbelts? Helmets? Never heard of ‘em. Left home alone with zero supervision? Of course. Roaming on our bikes for hours with no cell phone or tracking? How did we even survive?! Plus, our Facebook group chimed in with their own insane childhood stories—you won’t believe what they got away with. Buckle up (or don’t, in true 80s style) and hit play!
ENCORE: Sticky buns & other holiday traumas
While we’re on hiatus, we thought you’d dig hearing this Thanksgiving episode again! Enjoy. 🤘
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Embracing holiday traditions, dealing with crazy family and filling up on appetizers - that’s what is on the holiday menu this week with Eve, Courtney, Chris and Lori. Prepare for your Thanksgiving by hearing our insane family stories (because weaponized sticky buns), finding out the right time to eat holiday dinner and getting advice for this hectic time of year, including the best way to handle a "drive-by bunning”. Hanging out at the kid's table was never this fun.
Pressing Pause: Why we’re taking a break
After the shock of the 2024 election, the podcast crew has decided to take a little breather. We want to show up as our most authentic and snarky selves, so we’re putting the show on hold for now while we figure out next steps. To all our listeners—you have no idea how much you mean to us. This show has been a lifeline for the four of us through all the ups and downs of the past few years, and we just need some time to reset & regroup.
We hope to be back with new episodes in 2025, but if anything changes, we’ll let you know! In the meantime, come hang out in our Facebook group to stay in the loop and soak up some GenX vibes.
Seeya on the flip side, kids. #loveyou #meanit