Welcome to GenXAdulting! A generational podcast that presents a patchwork of perspectives and life experiences from a variety of ages, backgrounds and walks of life. Brought to you by two GenXers.
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GenX Stories is a podcast about how the so-called “Lost Generation” found itself at midlife. Join hosts Eve, Lori, Chris & Courtney every other Wednesday for a fun and frank discussion about what made us and what’s next. We all have a GenX story. What’s yours?
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A Gen Xer podcast for musicians and music lovers, where we discuss music and money without all the pretentious BS! ---Listener discretion is advised--- Hosts- Mel O-Certified Financial Planner and author of "Finances the Other "F" Word", and Zoe Terry-attorney at large.
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In the style of Dear Abby and Ann Landers we will give straightforward and honest advice from the GenX perspective. We will also revisit advice columns of the past and dive into the questions these icons received, the answers they gave and how they would relate to today’s world.
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The Sidebar Cantina is the culmination of the All Things Star Wars Podcast and From a Gen-X Point of view. Dave and Mr. Roskam continue on by talking anything and everything: Star Wars, events and pop culture from the 80s and 90s to current events and entertainment. No topic is off limits.
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Welcome to THE HYPER SPACE: PODCASTING IN THE 25th CENTURY! Join Matt, Jared and Mike as they make history embarking on the Interweb's first podcast! Join us weekly we talk about the classic movies, TV shows, books, comics and pop culture you crave and can't live without!
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GenX Women are Sick of This Shit is a nostalgic nod to the humans of GenX. Each episode, co-hosts Megan Bennett and Lesley Meier have a long, rambling, ADHD driven conversation about GenX history and pop culture using their own lives and experiences as the backdrop. The podcast is a creative project inspired by the Facebook group 'GenX Women are Sick of This Shit', created by Megan Bennett in 2023. "Five Minutes of Fame" stories and "Dear GenX Women" letters are sent in by listeners and memb ...
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Gen X Amplified is the premier podcast dedicated to the powerful generation between the boomers and millennials. The podcast features valuable insights and conversations with Gen X leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs including: Jon Fortt, Lindsey Pollak, Tara Jaye Frank, Carmine Gallo, Ada Calhoun, Melissa Proctor, and many others.
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"Living Fully with Dr. Kathy McCoy" is for Baby Boomers and Generation Xers who are seeking to balance their busy lives, enhance their relationships and understand their feelings. In these weekly podcasts, psychotherapist Dr. Kathy McCoy discusses issues such as how to improve relationships with adult children, deal with depression, anxiety and "emotional clutter", how to make marriage work in retirement, come to terms with troubling feelings about aging parents and the aging process itself.
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A Gen X-themed show with podcast veterans Wynter Mitchell-Rohrbaugh and Karen Tongson (Pop Rocket). W2X revisits the pop culture & social issues that defined Generation X from a (queer) woman-of-color perspective in a way that sheds new light on the pop culture from both then, and now.
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This podcast looks back at the pop culture of Generation X, from an African-American perspective. (Years covered: 1960-2000)
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2 xennial best friends reminisce about the greatest decade in their lives, the 1980s. Join Jay and Tony as they jump back in their Delorean to travel back to a much simpler time in their lives. In each episode, Jay and Tony will “Choose Your Adventure” on a 1980s topic that had a large influence on their early lives and still has a lasting impact today; nearly forty years later. Journey back to initial “Virgin Stories” as the two friends share stories of their favorite toys, movies, and tv s ...
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Welcome to "Just Start"—the ultimate fitness podcast for Gen-X men who live life on the go. Hosted by a Gen-Xer who lives and breathes fitness, we're more than just talk. Dive into the world of effective fat loss, impactful mobility, muscle gain, and age-defying fitness. We blend the latest science with practical wisdom to shape not just your body, but a fulfilling life. Experience transformative insights and inspiring moments that propel you into action. This isn't just a podcast; it's a fi ...
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This week we're combining two of Dave's favorite things: Legos and Star Wars! After, about 5 minutes of audio shennanigans...enjoy! Join us as we take a look at the Lego Star Wars video game series! Our stuff! bio.link/thesidebarcantina Special shout out to those who participate in our live chat! The chat is most definitely where it's at! And all o…
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Episode 350 - Music by John Williams
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Tonight we pay tribute to John Williams as have watched the new documentary on Disney+ about his journey into composing. We also have our Top 5 (Non-Star Wars) John Williams tracks! Join us at 5:30pm (we're late because cast members are running behind) Our stuff! bio.link/thesidebarcantina Special shout out to those who participate in our live chat…
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Episode 13: Pass Me The Micro Magic
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It's almost Thanksgiving in the U.S. and this episode is all about food! (Please don't forget BOTH of these women have ADHD.) Listen to Lesley and Megan while they 'talk shit about shit' because they love it and according to Producer Tim "sometimes the journey is funny as shit". (This episode starts around 13:30.) They deep dive into the "Foods of …
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Makin Babies: Can Family Dynamics Drive Economic Growth Today
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Is MAGA right? Today, I discuss the complex interplay between demographics, economy, and global politics in "Makin Babies." I explore how historical and current trends impact our financial landscape. The conversation delves into the power dynamics of declining birth rates, the strain on social security systems, and the critical importance of women'…
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Send a FanMail to the GenX Stories gang via text message! 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.…
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GenXAdulting Podcast - Episode 10 - 2024 US Election 4B Movement
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In this episode, we explore various ways some American women are coping with the results of the 2024 presidential election. We touch on the history of the 4B movement and how it’s been adopted by a group of women in the US. The blue bracelet and blue heart tattoo trend is also covered, as well as a more insidious practice some women seem to be cons…
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Episode 12: It's the Most Wonderful Time...on T.V.
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Megan and Lesley wander down yet ANOTHER long sealed tunnel in their minds to dust off the holiday specials of the 70s and 80s (which were from the 50s?) and an little 90s nostalgia thrown in. Learn about the talent that crosses over generations and genres. We are back at it with a full-length episode including: "BS and Hot Gos" aka "Who Died This …
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TALES FROM THE HYPER SPACE: SEQUELS OF DOOM
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For Halloween, THE HYPER SPACE presents our first audio drama: TALES FROM THE HYPER SPACE - SEQUELS OF DOOM! It's a terrifying tale that will make you question your own sanity for even daring to listen! It's an adventure you will not soon forget (although you may wish you could!) It's the type of entertainment you'll only find on THE HYPER SPACE Po…
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Send a FanMail to the GenX Stories gang via text message! Get ready for a blast from the past! This encore Halloween episode, originally released in October 2020 (remember the lockdown Halloween?!) is one of our favorites—and when Lori, Courtney, Chris, and I started to come together as a podcast family. Join us as we dive into Lori's candy corn ob…
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Episode 11: The Price is Wrong Due to Inflation
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OOPS! We are a day late due to all the things we talk about at the beginning of the pod. The Irvington (IN) Halloween Festival kicked Lesley and Producer Tim's butt this year. Thanks for your patience and and grace while we get back on track. In THIS episode Lesley and Megan talk about GAMESHOWS from the 70s and 80s! But first they do a little sing…
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Election Betting and Polls: The Wealth Divide Threatening Democracy
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Today, I discuss the dangers of election betting and how it can change election outcomes for you adn me. We discuss the dangers of foreign interfernece in our election process and how we are literally turning over the keys to let them do so. Catch Mel O Live on the Stationhead app @momentofmetal Wednesday at 6 AM Pacific Time. To learn about money …
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Strategies to Manage Financial Stress and Enhance Business Success
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Welcome to episode 2 of the Startupz.ai podcast. In this episode yours truly, Mel O, continues to struggle with finding a way to curb people's money anxieties. Grayson and I delve into the world of finance, strategy, and personal growth. Your host, Mel O, a Certified Financial Planner, is joined by business strategist Grayson Scott, who shares his …
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Back in the Day: Our top 1986 album picks
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Send a FanMail to the GenX Stories gang via text message! Last season, we took a deep dive into four iconic Gen X albums, each handpicked by one of us. We had so much fun, we’re bringing it back—this time with a twist! Just like before, each of us has selected an album, we’ve all listened, and now we’re sharing our thoughts (because, let’s be hones…
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GenXAdulting Podcast - Episode 9 - Special Guest Ben Greenfield
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In this episode, come along on an adventure with Zillennial Ben Greenfield as he gives us a window into his recent world travels. From the many reasons he loves Denver, Colorado to working and living Pura Vida in Costa Rica, to how getting fired gave him the opportunity to travel the world, Ben’s captivating storytelling paralleled with his fearles…
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Episode 10: The Mall, an ADHD Fever Dream
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In THIS episode Megan and Lesley love bomb one another to make you a little uncomfortable and to bring some joy into the world. They also create the most akward segway into the begining of an episode ever. Was it "urban or rural (or the boonies)", Megan? We don't know? Does it matter? Actually, yes, yes it does. Do you know the history of The Mall?…
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From Financial Stress to Start Up Sucess-Startupz.ai
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of Startupz.ai. Join me, Mel O CFP® and business strategist Grayson Scott from Startupz.ai as I navigate the world of business strategy. This podcast is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners who are either just getting started or working through the challenges of growing a business. If you're…
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076: Chauncey Zalkin On Culture, Creativity, and Being a Gen X Woman in Today’s World
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On this very special episode of Gen X Amplified, I am chatting with writer, 2x creative entrepreneur, and former multi-agency brand strategist Chauncey Zalkin. As a podcaster, Chauncey is also the host of the groundbreaking podcast Actual People, which is an unfiltered exploration of individual and societal shifts in a world undergoing tremendous c…
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This week on THE HYPER SPACE we cover a wide range of topics. Matt introduces his kids to the Pirates of the Caribbean films. How on Earth did The Acolyte cost $300 million? Jared gives a review of the fan-made movie edit of the Ahsoka series. We talk about how the streaming model of entertainment is strangling creativity. And finally, we wax nosta…
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Today, I discuss the ins and outs of tipping in America and how it came to be. Should we tax peoples tips? or are we just subsidizing the resturants employee pay roll? When there is automatic gratuity does the server get the full tip? You'd be surprised! Catch Mel O Live on the Stationhead app @momentofmetal Wednesday at 6 AM Pacific Time. To learn…
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Episode 347 - South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut
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Do we need to say more? We're going back to 1999 again for the South Park movie! Our stuff! bio.link/thesidebarcantina Special shout out to those who participate in our live chat! The chat is most definitely where it's at! And all of our Patreon supporters! YOU are the reason why we do this! Programming note: for the foreseeable future, we will be …
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This episode marks the end of an era for the Sidebar Cantina. This will be the last year that we'll be doing the "Music of ......", and what a year it was, 1999! Our stuff! bio.link/thesidebarcantina Special shout out to those who participate in our live chat! The chat is most definitely where it's at! And all of our Patreon supporters! YOU are the…
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075: Ebony Flake on Writing for ESSENCE and Creating a Career Path of Purpose
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For this very special episode of Gen X Amplified, I have the pleasure of being joined by Ebony Flake, Business Journalist for ESSENCE. What makes this conversation extra amazing is that Ebony graciously featured me in a story she wrote last year as a full-page profile for their annual Men’s print Issue. The story was titled “Gen X Leaders Are Domin…
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Is it (finally) our time? GenX and the 2024 Election
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Send a FanMail to the GenX Stories gang via text message! As we finally start Season 6 of the podcast, we’re talking all about the upcoming election. BUT hold your horses before you yell at us for getting political. We're NOT gonna go there. Who you vote for is up to YOU and we are very very aware that politics is the third rail these days. However…
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Episode 9: I'm not your Father, I'm your GenX Princess
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In this episode Megan and Lesley go on a long ADHD laden journey discussing the personal and cultural significnace of Star Wars (1977) following the death of James Earl Jones on Sept. 9, 2024. They also play with their lightsabers. And Lesley makes her Force Face. Be sure to keep Megan away from the droids. Oh yeah, and first they give you an updat…
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Immigrants Contributions to the U.S. Economy Debunking Myths and Highlighting Realities
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074: Stephen Bailey On Connecting All Leaders to Their Future Potential Through ExecOnline
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On this episode of Gen X Amplified, I am joined by Stephen Bailey, Stephen is the CEO and co-founder of ExecOnline, a corporate training company that partners with the world’s top business schools to offer leadership development on demand to enterprise organizations. ExecOnline is on a mission to connect all leaders to their future potential by dis…
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Send a FanMail to the GenX Stories gang via text message! Betcha were wondering where the GenX Stories Gang has been after we promised to start season 6 in september. PSYCH! But seriously, we have a reason for the delay and hate Eve’s computer for it. Listen in to hear about when Season 6 will actually start. (Hint: It’s soon - no, really!) And to …
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GenXAdulting Podcast - Episode 8 - Marriage
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In this episode Brian and Nicole discuss all things marriage. They consider the pros and cons of getting married young as well as their individual perspectives when it came to their own nuptials. They reflect on how the ups and downs of marriage bring a couple closer and Nicole shares her thoughts on the secret to being married for 30 years. The ch…
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073: Daisy Auger-Domínguez On Going From Burnout to Lighting a Path for Leading with More Joy
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On this episode of Gen X Amplified, I am speaking with global leader, speaker, workplace strategist Daisy Auger-Domínguez, who is the author of the book “Burnt Out to Lit Up: How to Reignite the Joy of Leading People.” With years of experience leading global human capital practices at companies like Google, Disney and Vice Media, she equips manager…
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Episode 345 - Anchorman 20th Anniversary
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Ready to feel old? Anchorman is 20 years old!!!! We're here to celebrate this comedy classic! Our stuff! bio.link/thesidebarcantina Special shout out to those who participate in our live chat! The chat is most definitely where it's at! And all of our Patreon supporters! YOU are the reason why we do this!…
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After making a cameo appearance in The Acolyte, we figured it would be a good time to talk about the Legends novel, Darth Plagueis. Is it good? How badly does it break current canon? Should an edited version become canon? Tune in to find out! Patreon: patreon.com/thesidebarcantina Our Links: https://bio.link/thesidebarcantina…
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S8:E120 REMEMBERING JAMES EARL JONES
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In the latest episode of THE HYPER SPACE, we pay tribute to James Earl Jones. For decades he was a presence in our lives through his work, and in this episode we revisit some of our favorite moments. It's not all Star Wars, but we eventually get around to talking about our favorite villain of all time, and the indellible legacy he left. It's the ki…
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Five Minutes of Fame: What WAS Hands Across America Anyway?
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Megan and Lesley yammer on about a lot of nonsense in the beginning then finally get on track reading and listening to all of YOUR Five Mintes of Fame stories! This episode is dedicated to the members of GenX Women are Sick of This Shit! Your stories inspire us and make us laugh! We hope you love hearing your stories as much as we loved sharing the…
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In this episode we discuss the various changes we’ve made as well as new additions on our health journey. We reveal how incorporating daily walks has become the foundation for our overall success. We share our challenge of getting adequate sleep each night and how it sidetracked our 5am walks. Nicole shares what supplements she’s added, how she sta…
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The Ripple Effect: How 911 Reshaped Financial Markets and Insurance Industry pod audio
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Today, we explore the aftermath effect of 9-11 on financial markets and the insurance sector. We also discuss why mass shootings are not considered domestic terrorism. Catch Mel O Live on the Stationhead app @momentofmetal Wednesday at 6 AM Pacific Time. To learn about money without out the pretentious Bu!!sh%t give me a follow here. Want to talk t…
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072: Ian Schafer On Building Ensemble with Issa Rae and the Impact of AI for Creators
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On this episode of Gen X Amplified, I am welcoming back serial entrepreneur Ian Schafer, repeat guest and friend of the podcast, for another round of “Gen Xceptional” wisdom and inspiration. Ian is the President and Co-Founder of Ensemble, a next-generation branded entertainment studio that he co-founded with acclaimed producer, writer, actress, an…
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The Massive NPD Data Breach Exposing Billions: What You Need to Know
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Today, I discuss the massive social security and data breach that is NPD. 2.9 billion people have had their data stolen, you and I are probably one of them. Here are some good resources for you after you tunein. Freeze Your Credit: Equifax: Call 1-888-378-4329 or visit Equifax's website Experian: Call 1-888-397-3742 or visit Experian's website Tran…
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