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GenX Stories

Eve Simon, Chris Goumas, Lori Luna & Courtney Spikes

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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30:24

Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now

GenX Stories ·

2024/06/26

Be a fly on the wall of our off the rails season five podcast wrap up and season 6 brainstorm. Where else can you hear about Ned the non-binary newt, our search for the perfect GenZ (but GenX loving) intern, and how protective we are of our amazing Facebook community. You’ll even find out what Fast Company asked us about Gen X that we couldn’t answer, and what we’re planning for the fall release of our sixth (!!!) season. Duuude, you’ll kick yourself if you miss this one. Seriously. Listen

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19:25

Dear 20-Year-Old Me

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2024/05/29

If you could, what would you say to your 20-year-old self? In today’s episode, we’re diving into the advice we wish we had back then (and whether we’d even listen to ourselves). Hindsight is definitely 20/20, but it may just show our 50+ selves how far we've come—or not!Episode linksNever Been Kissed club hand stamp pictureWhat I’d Tell My 20 Year Old SelfThe advice I would give to my 20-year old self (2023 version)10 Things I Would Tell My Younger SelfThings I’d Tell My Younger SelfA Few Words

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27:07

Life Moves Pretty Fast: The Movies of John Hughes

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2024/05/15

You! Yeah YOU! Get that popcorn ready because the podcast crew is diving deep into John Hughes' iconic movies. From all the quirky characters to the timeless coming-of-age themes, Hughes had a unique way of capturing GenXers that still resonates today. Take a trip back to the '80s with us to explore the iconic moments, memorable quotes, and enduring legacy of all your favorites. Bueller? Bueller?Episode linksJohn Hughes filmsThe Untold Truth Of John HughesAn oral history of Some Kind of

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43:42

1984 Flashback: Songs Turning 40 in 2024

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2024/05/01

Annnnnnnd we’re BACK! Today, the podcast crew is diving into the top tunes turning 40 in 2024. and you may be surprised how many are on the list. Plus we've got a rad '80s enthusiast joining us - author Tami Dever of Totally Cool 80’s - to talk about what made 1984 such an important year in music history. Putting aside how old this all makes us feel, hear our top picks from that iconic year as well as what our outspoken Facebook community had to say. Seriously, no self respecting GenXer

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37:45

ENCORE: You’ve got a friend: Making BFF’s at midlife

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2024/04/24

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We're on Spring Break

GenX Stories ·

2024/02/28

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36:54

The Dark Side of Valentine’s Day

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2024/02/14

Is there a better time to get real about the darker side of Valentine's Day, especially for GenXers? Is it all hearts and flowers, or is there more to the story? Things have definitely changed for a few of us since our last romance episode in 2021, but you know that we still have tons of opinions. Gird your loins for some straight-up GenX talk about this Hallmark Holiday and the Vday expectations game. Episode linksWe did a romance topic last on Sept 8, 2021, season 3Dark Origins of Valentine’s

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22:03

The Perks of Being GenX

GenX Stories ·

2024/01/31

Ready for some real GenX scoop? Today, we're dishing about the perks of being over 50 (yep, they exist!). From health and work to society, pop culture, relationships, family, and the dreaded 'Misc' category (aka, WTF moments) you know we never hold back. Want more? Tune in for the wisdom of our kick-ass FB group and our personal top three GenX bennies. Buckle up, kiddies.Episode linksThe 50 Best Things About Life Over 50 (gallery)50 Reflections at 50Top 10 reasons being 50 rocksReddit

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32:12

Hashtag This: GenX's Social Media Story

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2024/01/17

Yeah, we get the irony of discussing this here, but buckle up because today's episode is about Chris’s favorite topic - social media (#not). What channels are GenXers on? Are the people we follow doing our generation proud or making us cringe? Do we even belong there? And what the fuck is an influencer? Tune in for all the good, the bad, the ugly, and the “whatevers” about the socials. because GenX has entered the chat.Episode links Season 2’s Tech Episode: This is your brain on tech

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17:58

We're still standing: 2023 in the rearview

GenX Stories ·

2023/12/27

Well, we survived 2023. Wanna hear what the GenX Stories podcast crew is looking forward to next year? Of course you do. Listen in and you’ll even hear our words for 2024 (because you know how we feel about those stupid resolutions). Happy new year everyone! Seeya in January. Episode links Season 3 New Years Episode: Genie Wishes & ResolutionsPick a New Year’s nudge word instead of a resolution6 Unusual Alternatives to Traditional New Year's ResolutionsNew Year's Day 2024: Why Does

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35:50

Shall we play a (video) game?

GenX Stories ·

2023/12/13

Today we're talking all about video games, both what they were like when we were kids and what they've evolved into. From Pacman to Space Invaders, Donkey Kong to Pitfall, and even the OG Pong, we're spilling the tea on our top three all-time favorite games from back in the day. Oh and admit it - whether you were rocking arcade adventures and console classics in the basement with your crew or diving solo into a computer classic, we were all as competitive as our Facebook group. So,

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19:23

Does GenX do ASMR?

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2023/11/29

Today we're taking on something Courtney has been after us to talk about for years - ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response). From chasing the elusive 'brain tingles' to pondering its potential as the ultimate sleep aid for a restless generation, we're exploring how (or if) GenX engages with ASMR. Between uses by AARP, Super Bowl ads and even sports teams, find out if there's a quiet(er) side to midlife or if ASMR just ain't for us. Episode LinksASMR, explained:

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59:12

GenX deep dive: Four albums, all the memories

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2023/11/15

Get ready for a crazy musical ride on our latest episode. The experiment: Each host picked an GenX album they love, made the rest of us listen to it, and then we talked about it. This is a totally new thing for us so it could have been amazeballs or a total disaster (hint, it wasn't a disaster). From dissecting tracks to digging into behind the scenes trivia to just sharing personal stories about why these albums meant so much to us, we're dishing it all out. And trust us - you will

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49:37

Sincerely yours: Movies that define GenX

GenX Stories ·

2023/11/01

In this episode, we dig into the movies that shaped who we are as a generation. Whether you're looking to reminisce about your favorite coming-of-age movies (Breakfast Club anyone?) or are curious about the cultural touchstones that made us, step back in time with the GenX Stories crew. We even reveal some of our Facebook group’s favorite flicks. Let’s be demented and sad, but social together.Past movie episodesSeason 2: Epic Movie SoundtracksSeason 3: Is it a reboot or a remake?Season 4:

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48:46

It’s a Snack Attack!

GenX Stories ·

2023/10/18

We hope you're hungry! It's time to talk GenX's favorite snacks & drinks. What we loved as kids, what kept us going as young adults (at least when we moved away from our parents!) and even what we're feeding GenZ these days. So spread some florescent Cheeze on a cracker, dig out that 40 year old Twinkie to nibble on and wash it all down with some Tang while you listen to this tasty walk down memory lane.Past food episodesSeason 2: Food Fight!Season 3: What’s Cookin; Good

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19:54

(Not so) old dogs, new tricks: Reinventing midlife

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2023/10/04

On today’s episode of GenX Stories we wonder if you can really change your world in midlife? What have we done that we thought we were too old to try? Or what are we still planning to try? Life definitely ain’t over and you may be surprised how GenXers are choosing to reinvent ourselves in our 50s.Episode linksThe Existential Necessity of Midlife ChangeThe 5 Rules Of Reinventing Your Life At Any Age Here’s How Generative AI is Reshaping Hollywood & the Entertainment IndustryThe Future of AI in

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12:33

ENCORE: Writing what we know

GenX Stories ·

2023/09/20

On today’s kick-ass encore episode, we have a real treat - Eve’s cousin Jenny talks all about her debut semi-autobiograhical YA novel. Set in 1991 during the AIDS crisis, and revealed through sketches, journal entries & the music we grew up on, hear how sharing her story became an authentic statement about GenX for a younger generation. When we originally recorded this in season 3, the book wsn’t published yet but now it’s OUT! You can buy it or catch her on her book tour! Also check out the

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25:13

Cruel Summer: What we’ve been up to

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2023/09/06

Welcome to Season 5 of GenX Stories! While as kids we used to have a "break" over the summer, GenXers don't really get that anymore at midlife. So what the hell did we actually DO on our podcast hiatus? You'd actually be surprised what we've been up to. Between painting rocks, fuck-it travel and getting Covid, we were pretty busy. Plus our Facebook group shared all the cool shit they did. So listen, or don't. Whatever.Episode linksMovie: I know what you did last

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37:51

Go behind the scenes with us

GenX Stories ·

2023/07/12

While season 4 of the podcast was shorter than we planned, the Gen X stories gang is getting ready for season five. Usually we keep our goofy-ass brainstorms private, but we totally want you to listen in on this one. Not only will you get a behind the scenes look into what we are planning, but you can hear what topics our Facebook group suggested for us. If you have thoughts about anything you hear please contact us here.We will try to do a few encore/silly episodes for you this summer but when

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39:20

Joyously Absurd: Adulting at midlife

GenX Stories ·

2023/06/28

The band is finally back together! After months of dealing with so much personal big stuff this season, the GenX Stories crew is finally together just in time to talk about it all. On this episode, we discuss accountability and integrity, when we actually started adulting and how we manage the bumps along our midlife road with humor. We also gain insight from our Facebook community as they get really raw and vulnerable on a topic that demands it of us all. Cuz really - for such a grown up word, how

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