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GenX Guys

Stuck between analog childhoods and digital adulthoods, The GenX Guys explore what it means to grow up Gen X. From classic movies and ’80s music to today’s headlines and cultural chaos, we bring sharp takes, honest laughs, and a little cynicism. It’s the world as seen through Walkman-wearing, Atari-playing eyes.

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60:02

Episode 92 - From California Regions to Artemis II...

GenX Guys ·

2026/04/12

This week JD and Len kick things off by talking about the weather in their areas before diving into California and its unique range of climate and lifestyle options across the state. That leads into a fun debate over regional identity and where San Francisco really belongs if California were split into northern, southern, and central sections.From there, they shift to space and discuss the success of Artemis II, what it could mean for the future of exploration, and what has them excited about what

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61:07

Episode 91 - From Car Trouble to Space Dreams:...

GenX Guys ·

2026/04/04

This week, JD and Len kick things off by talking through the highs and lows of the week, including the frustration of having a catalytic converter stolen. From there, the conversation shifts to space as they discuss the upcoming Artemis II mission and reflect on the lasting impact of the Challenger disaster and what it meant to their generation.The fun picks up when Len turns the tables and quizzes JD on 80s music titles, leading to plenty of laughs, nostalgia, and a few tough sound-based

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59:28

Episode 90 - From Sports Streaming Frustration to...

GenX Guys ·

2026/03/29

This week we talk about the mess sports streaming has created for fans, the NBA’s 65-game issue and how today’s players compare to past generations, then Len takes on a cartoon theme song guessing challenge before we wrap with a debate on live singing versus lip syncing in concert.

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59:45

Episode 89 - BTS Returns, Big Concert Talk, 80s TV...

GenX Guys ·

2026/03/21

This week on GenX Guys, we kick things off with the return of BTS and Len fully embracing his K-pop superfan status. From there, we talk about some of the biggest stadium concerts we’ve ever attended and the unforgettable energy that comes with live shows on that scale. Then it’s time for another round of fun as Len tries to guess classic 80s TV shows just by hearing their theme songs. We wrap up the episode by looking back at Chuck Norris, his larger-than-life popularity, and some of the movies

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61:01

Episode 88 - GenX Guys: Cars, Cards, Comics, Movie...

GenX Guys ·

2026/03/14

In this episode, the GenX Guys talk about how collector culture is shifting. Classic cars may not have the same hold on younger generations, while comic books and card collecting and trading continue to grow in popularity and value. JD and Len explore why some collectibles endure while others seem to be fading.They also have some fun with an 80s movie sound-byte trivia challenge before closing out with NFL free agency talk, including reactions to the Maxx Crosby news and the Baltimore Ravens

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61:54

Episode 87 - Marriage Longevity, Rock Hall Politics,...

GenX Guys ·

2026/03/01

JD and Len talk 30-year marriage lessons, react to the Rock Hall nominees (including Iron Maiden), debate whether the Hall should be renamed, and discuss recent world events and impact on others.

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58:58

Episode 86 - Olympics, Obituaries, and Overhead Bins:...

GenX Guys ·

2026/02/22

This week we celebrate the Olympics and Team USA men’s hockey winning gold, then shift into how recent celebrity passings spark serious nostalgia for our youth. We wrap up with the latest TSA changes and why travel keeps getting more complicated.

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60:18

Episode 85 - AI Panic, Olympic Drama, Super Bowl...

GenX Guys ·

2026/02/14

This week we go deep on AI colliding with Hollywood, as studios and industry groups push back on the latest video-generation tools and the growing fear that “creation” is turning into copyright chaos. Then we hit the Winter Olympics drama, from ice dance scoring backlash to other headline-grabbing controversies that have fans questioning what they’re watching. And of course, we wrap with the Super Bowl outcome—the Seattle Seahawks beating the New England Patriots 29–13 at Levi’s Stadium—plus our

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60:55

Episode 84 - From Aches to Gold Medals: Staying...

GenX Guys ·

2026/02/08

This week on GenX Guys, we kick off with some real-life health updates and turn it into a bigger conversation on what keeps us mentally sharp and physically strong—workouts, routines, and the habits that actually help when life gets busy. Then we slide into Winter Olympics talk: the events we never miss, the ones that amaze us most, and the one event we’d attempt ourselves (with mixed confidence). We wrap with football—reacting to the NFL Hall of Fame news and locking in our Super Bowl winner and

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60:42

Episode 83 - The Meaning of Belief (and Meaningless...

GenX Guys ·

2026/01/31

This week we go big-picture: what is religion, and do people truly believe—or is belief sometimes more about comfort, community, fear, hope, or how we were raised? From there we wrestle with a darker idea: if “only the good die young,” does that make it feel like evil is winning… or even running the world?Then we shift into a heavy GenX moment with the passing of Catherine O'Hara—another iconic thread tied to our childhood and the movies/TV that shaped us. We close with a sports reality check: the

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58:04

Episode 82 - Throwback Cartoons, Snow Stories, and...

GenX Guys ·

2026/01/24

This episode jumps from real-life weather drama to pure GenX nostalgia and straight into championship football. We kick things off with the winter storm sweeping across America, how it’s impacting people, what it reminds us of, and the last time we can remember a storm that felt this widespread and intense. From there, we rewind to the golden era of 80s cartoons, including He-Man, and talk through the past and upcoming live-action adaptations on the way, what we hope they get right, and why these

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Episode 81 - No Cap, No Chance: MLB’s Payroll Wars +...

GenX Guys ·

2026/01/17

This week we’re calling out MLB’s “no salary cap” reality and how super-spenders like the Dodgers are stretching the sport into a payroll arms race that small-market teams can’t realistically match. Then we hit the NFL coaching carousel—who’s actually got the best opening (and why), plus what each vacancy really offers. We wrap with a playoff temperature check: Divisional Round matchups, who’s built to survive this weekend, and which teams have the cleanest path to Super Bowl LX

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55:54

Episode 80 - Big Games, Bigger Takes, and Holiday...

GenX Guys ·

2025/12/21

This week’s episode is a full-on football check-in, starting with reactions to the latest NFL games—what stood out, who looked legit, and which teams left more questions than answers. We also dig into the college football playoff matchups and what the games told us about momentum, coaching decisions, and who feels built for a championship run.Then we shift into holiday mode with a fun debate about Christmas music: the songs we actually like, the ones we tolerate, and why it feels like every

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60:21

Episode 79 - Holiday Decorating, Philip Rivers Buzz,...

GenX Guys ·

2025/12/13

This week we kick things off with Christmas decorations—whether we’re going bigger, scaling it back, or just trying to find the right energy for the season (and the right amount of effort). We get into what’s changed over the years, what still feels “must-do,” and what’s starting to feel optional.Then we jump into the NFL and the buzz around 44-year-old Philip Rivers potentially coming out of retirement—plus the industry and fan reaction to the idea. Is it desperation, a smart veteran move, or just

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59:50

Episode 78 - World Cups, Warner Brothers &...

GenX Guys ·

2025/12/06

This week we start with the bombshell news of Netflix buying Warner Brothers and what that could mean for the future of movies. We dig into how this kind of consolidation might shrink traditional theatrical releases, shift more big-budget films straight to streaming, and change the way stories get made. From childhood memories of sticky floors and packed Friday-night premieres to today’s luxury recliners and half-empty showtimes, we talk about the value movie theaters brought—socially and

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59:17

Episode 77 - Turkey Day Traditions: Parades, NFL...

GenX Guys ·

2025/11/29

Before Amazon and mobile shopping, the holidays hit differently—mall Santas, packed food courts, and full-on festive energy. This episode jumps from those memories to Thanksgiving parades, NFL traditions, and one big debate: what was going on with the Browns’ coaching decisions at the end of that game?

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59:52

Episode 76 - From Fake Fitness Fixes to 80s Christmas...

GenX Guys ·

2025/11/22

This week we break down the modern fitness hustle — from influencers selling miracle workout plans to the endless noise around “perfect” routines and quick fixes. We talk about what actually works, what’s overhyped, and why everyone online suddenly thinks they’re a certified trainer.We then jump into how Christmas has changed over the past 40 years, comparing the simple, tradition-driven holidays of the ’80s with today’s tech-heavy, commercialized season. Finally, we revisit the inflation debate:

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59:49

Episode 75 - K-Pop Demon Hunters, Global Icons & the...

GenX Guys ·

2025/11/15

We start with the latest in K-Pop—from Grammy surprises to the unstoppable force of Blackpink and BTS—then take a walk through musical history comparing today’s super groups with the icons of our youth. Finally, we dive into why GenX continues to be forgotten despite shaping decades of culture, tech, and music.

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60:04

Episode 74 - Media Spin, Party Picks, and the QB Effect

GenX Guys ·

2025/11/08

This week, the guys break down the recent election results — from the New York mayor’s race to several governor contests — and question how much the outcomes really tell us when many of these states are long-time party strongholds. They also discuss how both political parties tend to pre-select their candidates, leaving little room for true outsiders. Wrapping things up, they shift gears to college football, exploring why quarterbacks who stay all four years often find greater long-term success in

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59:59

Episode 73 - Dealerships, Travel, and the Vanishing...

GenX Guys ·

2025/11/01

This episode explores the changing meaning of connection — how Gen X grew up with real-world hangouts while today’s youth connect through screens. We talk malls, bowling alleys, the loss of community, and why “third places” have disappeared. Stick around for a fun detour into travel and dealership theories that’ll make you think twice.

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