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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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All Episodes

48:00

ENCORE: We Will Rock You - Our Fave Concerts

GenX Stories ·

2022/07/20

While we are still on hiatus this summer (ahead of season four), we are re-releasing some of our most popular episodes with brand new intros and trust us, this one rocks (literally).In a summer filled with kick ass concerts - including many of our generations favorites - do you remember YOUR first? What about your favorite? And what bands are you planning to see this summer. We also asked what shows our facebook group are excited about and were surprised with their answers.So without further ado,

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28:51

ENCORE: What it's like for a (GenX) girl

GenX Stories ·

2022/07/06

While we are on hiatus this summer (ahead of season four), the GenX Stories crew is re-releasing some of our most popular episodes and today’s is sadly pretty appropriate for our world right now.After the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe Vs Wade on Jun 24, 2022, many of us have been very upset. Most of our listeners (and our show hosts!) have-not known a time when abortion wasn’t legal and safe, so we all worry what this means for our country now both in terms of bodily autonomy and overall

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45:21

ENCORE: Becoming a sandwich generation

GenX Stories ·

2022/06/22

TBDEpisode linksAging Life Care AssociationHealth Care proxy in NY State - note each state will have different laws about this so look yours up. People with estranged family should also know that a family member will be able to make decisions for them and that typically the proxy can’t just unplug youWhat is a sandwich generation?GenX women facing the caregiving crisisThe Sandwich Generation: When Caregiver Seems to Be Your Only RoleWhat Is a Mother-in-Law Suite, and Should I Consider Adding

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12:01

It's a wrap (for season 3 that is)

GenX Stories ·

2022/06/08

As we wrap up season 3 of the podcast (OMG - really?) and look ahead to season 4, this episode is a love letter to our kick-ass and hysterical hosts. Check out some of the funny clips that were either bloopers or new stuff you’ve never heard before.While new episodes of GenX Stories are on hiatus until season 4 drops late summer/early fall, don’t think you’ll get a total break from us! We’re gonna either re-release some of our personal favorites or share clips that will make you laugh your ass off

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23:55

We are GenX

GenX Stories ·

2022/05/25

On today’s episode we're digging into what being GenX really means to the podcast crew, from a personal, cultural and even societal point of view. In addition, we have clips from real GenXers - classmates from Courtney and Eve’s recent 30th college reunion. Want to know what makes us, us? Listen now!Episode linksIt Took a Global Pandemic, But Generation X is Finally Getting LoveAbout Generation XConnect with usSubscribe to GenX Stories in your favorite podcast appBuy some kickass merchWrite us

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37:42

Those hot summer nights

GenX Stories ·

2022/05/11

It’s almost summer and the GenX Stories gang has a ton of kick-ass memories from ours. As kids, we were all about hanging at the mall, riding bikes all day, finding that one friend with a/c and a pool, blowing stuff up at camp, snacking on fla-vor-ice and coming home when the street lights came on. Sneak into a cool movie theater with us and hear all about those footloose and fancy free summers.Episode linksFavorite GenX Summer memoriesYour Guide to the Ultimate ’80s SummerSunIn in the 80sThe real

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9:09

BONUS: Wait, we're the grownups now?

GenX Stories ·

2022/04/27

Because we rarely have guests on our show, this one deserved it’s own little bonus episode. Bobbi Rebell is a fellow GenXer, certified financial planner and host of the critically acclaimed Money Tips for Financial Grownups podcast. If you still don’t think of yourself as an adult (cuz we don’t!) you’re gonna totally dig our little chat about GenX finances and Bobbi’s new book "Launching Financial Grownups”. Even if this topic freaks you out, listen in. Bobbi has GOODIES you’re gonna wanna snag

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40:30

I want my two dollars

GenX Stories ·

2022/04/20

This week the crew dishes on one of the sexiest topics around: money. Ok, maybe not THAT sexy but we can make anything fun. Between paper route Ponzi schemes, having a monthly “nut”, wondering if we can ever retire, and how much we still owe Columbia House, you’ll never think of Gen X finances the same. Crack open that piggy bank and tune in today.Episode linksThe Flying Lizards "Money" songLook up social security and see your working history5 Interesting financial Facts About Generation

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9:18

Fools like us: Gen X & pranks

GenX Stories ·

2022/04/06

We know it’s after April fools day, but we still have some stories to share. On this little bonus episode, hear all the funnies from our Facebook community, and why Gen X doesn’t trust anyone, especially not on April 1.Episode links Nikita’s pun-o-maticGmail launched on April 160 great April Fools jokes Connect with usSubscribe to GenX Stories in your favorite podcast appBuy some kickass merchWrite us a reviewVisit our siteJoin our Facebook GroupFollow our 80’s inspired InstagramSend us an email

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35:44

Holding out for a hero?

GenX Stories ·

2022/03/23

Does our generation have any heroes? The Gen X Stories gang isn’t really sure. Between family members we respect, public figures we admire & others who inspire us, hear why we think our generation struggles to use the word “hero” at all. Plus we hear from our Facebook community about their thoughts on the matter. You may be surprised where we end up as much as we were.Episode linksSongs about heroesUrban Dictionary definition of a heroWhen Everyday People Become Unexpected HeroesA Hero in A Hat:

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36:44

Dogs & cats living together! Mass hysteria!

GenX Stories ·

2022/03/09

Arrrrroooooooooooooo! On today’s episode, the GenX Stories gang is talking all about our furry friends. The ones we had growing up, the ones we maybe shouldn't have had and why we love TikTok dogs so much now. Between Chris’s pug's viral MRI, Lori’s wish for an illegal hedgehog and Eve’s Monty Python parakeet issues, you won’t believe the role pets have always had in our lives. Episode linksGenerational shifts/differences in pet ownershipThe Most Popular and Famous Dog Breeds in the

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40:57

I was told there'd be no math

GenX Stories ·

2022/02/23

Between learning square dancing, playing the recorder, studying geometry and even taking typing class, the GenX Stories gang explores the importance of what we were taught (or not!) when we were younger & if that changed when we grew up. Get ready to dig into lifelong learning, even if it’s not how you expected it to be. And seriously, what really happened to Pluto?Episode linksKermit Recorder Meme11 Absolutely Useless Things You Were Taught In SchoolAmericans Use Just 37 Percent Of Information

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45:24

Do you gotta have faith?

GenX Stories ·

2022/02/09

Religion, faith or Flying Spaghetti monster - do you believe in any of it? This week the GenX Stories gang explores our generation’s unique relationship to a higher power, whatever that may be. Between our own personal experiences, how they may have changed as we’ve aged and our take on the 15, er, 10.. 10 commandments, the universe ain’t ready for what we’ve got to say. Plus don’t miss wisdom from our FB community from an especially deep Zoom happy hour. So grab some of those good communion

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27:32

Becoming our parents

GenX Stories ·

2022/01/26

Admit it - we never thought we’d turn into our parents, but it’s happening. The podcast gang explores what that actually looks like for a sarcastic, non-conforming group like GenXers. We'd like to say you'll be surprised by our stories, but it's pretty likely that you’ll recognize yourself. It’s ok - we won’t tell.Episode linksDr Rick & Parentimorphosis Progessive adsBreakfast club: When you grow up, your heart dies.The Most Important Message of the The Breakfast Club Is a

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11:50

Writing what we know

GenX Stories ·

2022/01/19

On today’s kick-ass bonus episode, we have a real treat - Eve’s cousin Jenny talks all about turning the loss of her father to HIV into a very personal 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.Episode links The RecollectorsAdult Children of AIDS Victims Take Their Memories Out of the Shadows'The Recollectors' Gives

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40:01

Is it a reboot or a remake?

GenX Stories ·

2022/01/05

Get out the popcorn! This week the GenX Stories gang shares how we really feel about the “new takes” of tv shows and movies we grew up on. Between Ghostbusters, A Star is Born, The Facts of Life and others you didn’t even know are remakes (or reboots?), can they ever be as good as the originals? And why is it happening so much now? Trust us - just listen and do NOT cross the streams.Episode linksIs it a reboot, remake, prequel or sequel?14 Remakes That Are Better Than the OriginalWhy are there so

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28:43

Genie Wishes & Resolutions

GenX Stories ·

2021/12/22

As 2021 winds down, the GenX stories podcast gang waxes poetic about making genie wishes instead of resolutions, self-improvement holiday gifts never to give and all the rules we’re gonna break in the new year. Plus why the Babylonians can suck it. See ya all next year!Episode linksNobody claim 2022 as your year meme2019 Peloton ad campaignWhere did resolutions come from? Eve’s New Years’ Word vs. resolutions Genie RulesAchievable New Years resolutionsWish PaperNew Year’s resolution statistics55 New

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37:24

What's cookin' good lookin'?

GenX Stories ·

2021/12/08

On today’s episode, the gang nibbles on some tasty tidbits about our generation’s relationship to cooking. Grab a snack and hear about our favorite cookbooks, food TV shows and why we dabble in the kitchen (or don't). Plus we take on the eternal PB&J debate - love it or hate it. You’ll just have to listen to find out what we really think.Episode linksMark Bittman cookbooksRachel RayAnthony Bourdain’s Meal With Obama Was a Proud American MomentKitchen ConfidentialThe Joy of

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45:06

Sticky buns & other holiday traumas

GenX Stories ·

2021/11/23

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.Episode linksFamily

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43:57

Stuck in the middle with you: Becoming a sandwich...

GenX Stories ·

2021/11/10

On today’s episode, the gang digs into what makes GenX the latest “sandwich” generation and how we’re handling it. Smushed between taking care of our parents and our kids, how did we go from being ignored to being needed by two different age groups? No matter what kind of generational sandwich you are - club, open faced, keto, whatever - hear about choosing support groups over ice floes. Oh, and that Swedish Death Cleaning isn’t a band name.Episode linksWhat is a sandwich generation?GenX women

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