GenX Stories
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?
Episodes
112 episodes
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 lis...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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2:55
ENCORE: I want candy
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 fami...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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41:12
Back in the Day: Our top 1986 album picks
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 n...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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59:07
Is it (finally) our time? GenX and the 2024 Election
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 tha...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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44:19
The dog ate my podcast
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 actuall...
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Season 6
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2:46
Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now
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 ama...
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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30:24
Dear 20-Year-Old Me
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...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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19:25
Life Moves Pretty Fast: The Movies of John Hughes
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 resonate...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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27:07
1984 Flashback: Songs Turning 40 in 2024
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
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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43:42
ENCORE: You’ve got a friend: Making BFF’s at midlife
Well, we’re not back from our extended spring break just yet, have no fear, dear listeners. There will be new season five episodes very soon - we promise. For now, check out an encore of one of our favorite episodes: “You’ve got a friend: makin...
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Season 5
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37:45
We're on Spring Break
If you’ve tuned in expecting a brand new episode this week, surprise! The podcast crew is off on spring break right now but we’ll have some kick ass stuff for you when we get back. Topics like being resilient as a Gen Xer, and songs turning 40 ...
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0:56
The Dark Side of Valentine’s Day
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 2...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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36:54
The Perks of Being GenX
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 ...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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22:03
Hashtag This: GenX's Social Media Story
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...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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32:12
We're still standing: 2023 in the rearview
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). Happ...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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17:58
Shall we play a (video) game?
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-...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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35:50
Does GenX do ASMR?
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...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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19:23
GenX deep dive: Four albums, all the memories
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 amazebal...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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59:12
Sincerely yours: Movies that define GenX
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 ...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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49:37
It’s a Snack Attack!
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 ...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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48:46
(Not so) old dogs, new tricks: Reinventing midlife
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 surpris...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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19:54
ENCORE: Writing what we know
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...
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Season 5
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12:33
Cruel Summer: What we’ve been up to
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 be...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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25:13
Go behind the scenes with us
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 beh...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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37:51
Joyously Absurd: Adulting at midlife
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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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39:20