Best Generationx Podcasts (2025)

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We're Taking a Breather While the World Burns (But We'll Be Back) 4:45

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Want to weigh in? Send us a text! Need a summer laugh while we take a quick breather? Lesley's holding down the fort this week as Megan vacations with the mouse at Disney, and she's got some hot recommendations from our back catalog to keep you entertained. The summer heat is no match for perimenopausal hot flashes, and Lesley candidly admits she's…

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Episode 38 - Julie Golden - Founder and Host of The Big D Dating Show 3:16:28

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In this episode we welcome Julie Golden, the Founder and Host of The Big D Dating Show, a comedy matchmaking show for divorced singles, specifically in the Generation X age range. Julie shares about her GenX upbringing in the city of Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. We learn of her parents divorce and eventual remarries, the torment of her midd…

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Episode 37 - Cheating and Your Partner Having Friends of the Opposite Sex 1:19:31

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In this episode Brian and Nicole discuss cheating in a relationship or marriage from both the male and female perspective. They touch on trust, the impact on the family if the couple has children and the decision to stay or leave the relationship/marriage after finding out your partner has been unfaithful. They also discuss whether it’s appropriate…

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THE CASSIAN CHRONICLES: STAR WARS ANDOR S2 EPISODES 10-12 1:14:40

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THE CASSIAN CHRONICLES reaches its conclusion with the final three episodes of the show. Since it began, ANDOR has presented a mature and nuanced view of the Star Wars universe, leading us inexorably towards the events of ROGUE ONE. Did ANDOR land the X-Wing? And why doesn't K2S0 have his own show? We dive into these questions and more as we put a …

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THE CASSIAN CHRONICLES: STAR WARS ANDOR S2 EPISODES 7-9 1:13:02

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THE CASSIAN CHRONICLES returns with our discussion of the penultimate trilogy in ANDOR SEASON 2! Events in Ghorman reach the boiling point, and what follows is some of the best Star Wars storytelling in 40 years. Brian, Lindsey, Matt, and Jared break down all the action, exclusively on THE HYPER SPACE podcast network!…

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S2E11 Surviving the Messy 70s and 80s - A Gen X Reality Check 1:05:51

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Want to weigh in? Send us a text! Remember when your parents smoked in the car with the windows up? When teachers could paddle students in front of the class? When asbestos was in our schools and lead was in our paint? Megan and Lesley strip away the nostalgia to examine the genuinely problematic aspects of growing up in the 70s and 80s that shaped…

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Who Really Pays The 99% and Americas Fiscal Future 1:17:51

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Join Mel O as she dives deep into the complexities around America’s mounting national debt and the latest "big beautiful" tax bill making waves in Washington. In this episode, you'll get an unfiltered, passionate breakdown of what $36.21 trillion in national debt really means for everyday Americans—not just politicians and pundits. Mel O explains t…

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6 Seasons In. Still Oversharing. 1:00:31

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Send a FanMail to the GenX Stories gang via text message! Season 6 of the podcast is wrapping up—and in true Gen X fashion, we’re doing it our way: a little chaotic, a little nostalgic, and completely unfiltered. For this special season finale, all four of us (yes, miracles happen!) are finally able to record at the same tme, answering the question…

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Episode 36 - Hashimoto's, Thyroid Disease and Perimenopause 1:47:57

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In this episode Nicole shares her journey with Hashimoto’s Disease and Thyroid Disease. She shares how important an ultrasound of her thyroid was to getting an accurate diagnosis, in addition to bloodwork. Once diagnosed, Nicole touches on the different medications that have been prescribed to her over the years and which ones worked best for her. …

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From Silicon Valley Bank to Super PACs: Crypto’s Trail in the Banking World 1:01:20

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In this episode, Mel O returns to the mic after a hiatus, re-energized to tackle what’s happening at the intersection of crypto and the traditional banking system—and why it matters to you, your wallet, and your kids’ futures. We discusses S the latest political and economic moves shaking up the financial system, including a controversial Senate bi…

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S2E10: School's Out for Summer (We Had Three Months Off and Nobody Died) 51:41

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Want to weigh in? Send us a text! Remember when summer lasted forever? Megan and Lesley take you back to those glorious days when school let out on Memorial Day and didn't resume until after Labor Day—a true three-month break that today's kids can only dream about. The hosts share their wildly different summer experiences, from Megan's structured d…

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Episode 35 - GenZ Series: Ali 2:49:49

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In this episode we welcome Ali, a GenZ / Zillennial who spent most of his formative years growing up in Morocco, where most of his family still resides. Ali tells us about the beauty and culture of Morocco, and how it is a great destination as it offers so many different experiences from the beach to the mountains to the desert. We learn about his …

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“Follow the cat”:Becoming GenX digital nomads 48:07

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Send a FanMail to the GenX Stories gang via text message! In this episode, we are diving into the world of GenX digital nomads—that’s right: people our age who are living and working from foreign countries, cool cities, or just wherever the Wi-Fi’s decent and the coffee’s strong. So how do they decide where to go? How do they find a place to stay? …

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Episode 34 - GenX Speaks Series: Marlon's Story 2:20:48

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In this episode we welcome Marlon, a Genxer from Trinidad who became an American citizen. Marlon describes the differences between Trinidad and Tobago, known as the “Twin Islands”. He shares his family background rooted in both Hindu and Arawak, and how coming from a blending of both led to him being exposed to overt racism from his own family. We …

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S2E9: GenX - No Retirement, No Supervision, No Ponies 48:57

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Want to weigh in? Send us a text! Remember when a birthday party meant friends, pizza, and a Mylar balloon that floated in your house for months? When financial advice was more reassuring than "we just don't know"? When the sound of race cars echoed through an entire city on Memorial Day weekend? In this episode, Megan and Lesley dive into the uniq…

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Beyond the Mic: Ask Us Anything 1:42

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Send a FanMail to the GenX Stories gang via text message! We're wrapping up Season SIX (can you believe it?!), and we want to hear from YOU — yes, YOU! For the last episode of this season, we’re flipping the script. Instead of an “Ask Me Anything,” it’s an Ask US Anything — and we mean anything (well, anything show-related… don’t go nutty, kids 😄).…

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Episode 369 - Andor Season Finale 1:55:07

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We're down to the final 3 episodes of Andor Season 2! 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! Support our Sidebar Family: ATSW The Escape Pod: Wednesdays live on YouTube at 1905 …

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Episode 33 - Parenting Adult Children 1:38:21

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In this episode, Brian and Nicole discuss parenting adult children. They share how they've had to transition as parents in order to continue to be supportive and offer guidance while respecting their adult children's space. They reflect on the various changes and experiences adult children face for the first time in their 20s, and how the entire de…

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The Human Spirit and AI 53:29

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We are back to our routine, Record on Thursday and Post on Friday!By B & M Productions

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Episode 32 - Attachment Styles and Relationship Dynamics 1:58:55

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In this episode, Brian and Nicole discuss attachment styles and relationship dynamics. Styles discussed include anxious, dismissive avoidant, fearful avoidant and secure attachment styles. They share their own attachment styles they’ve had throughout their life and relationships. They touch on how various characteristics of avoidant attachment can …

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Episode 368 - Andor Season 2, Part 3 2:18:30

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We're 3/4 of the way through Andor Season 2 already! Hear our thoughts on Episodes 7-9. Fair warning: at the 1:56:ish mark; there is an attack in the studio that may not translate well to the audio listener. We apologize for any confusion this may cause. Please see our return policy on our youtube channel, linked below: Our stuff! https://bio.link/…

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THE CASSIAN CHRONICLES: STAR WARS ANDOR S2 EPISODES 4-6 1:10:22

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THE CASSIAN CHRONICLES return on THE HYPER SPACE podcast network! As a Rebel cell grows on Ghorman, Cassian finds them woefully underprepared for what's coming next, and he soon comes to realize that's exactly what both Luthen and the Empire both want! Matt, Jared, Brian, and Lindsey take you to all the action 3 Years Before the Battle of Yavin, an…

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Buffer Episode (we are normal Next week) 52:23

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Morgan and I sail the high seas as we buffer a time for Mike and I to record (we had two but i madwe the audio bad so we cannopt air!) Please enjoy se you next week!

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S2E8: Is Kermit a Zaddy? Could Kurt Loder be my Dad? Who's old? Not us! 51:44

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Want to weigh in? Send us a text! Megan and Lesley dive into the surprising disconnect between celebrity ages and our mental images of them, sparked by discovering Kurt Loder recently turned 80 years old. • Lesley shares her harrowing experience with a stomach virus that left her with a "puke baby" • Discussion of the new American Pope Leo XIV, his…

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Who Do We Think We Are? Gen X Gets a DNA Test 51:47

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Send a FanMail to the GenX Stories gang via text message! So why ARE Gen Xers suddenly obsessed with their roots? Just in time for Mother’s Day, we’re falling headfirst into the rabbit hole of family history (because apparently we're finally old enough to care.) We’re talking dusty records, surprise relatives, and the occasional “Wait… what?” momen…

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Episode 367 (8th Anniversary Episode) - Andor Season 2, Part 2 2:23:46

2M ago2:23:46

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On our 8th Anniversary of the podcast, we're continuing with Andor Season 2! 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! Support our Sidebar Family: ATSW The Escape Pod: Wednesdays l…

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THE CASSIAN CHRONICLES: STAR WARS ANDOR S2 EPISODES 1-3 1:03:18

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Season 2 of Andor has begun, and that means THE CASSIAN CHRONICLES is back with insightful commentary that you're only going to find on THE HYPER SPACE podcast network! So join, Matt, Jared, Brian "The Collector", and Lindsey as they Mon Mothma rave dance their way into dark and gritty realms of Andor Season 2!…

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Constitution Unveiled Part 4 Term Limits DC Voting and the Myths of Congressional Pay 1:02:17

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Episode 366: Andor Season 2 Episodes 1-3 2:14:48

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ANDOR IS HERE!!!!!!! Hear our thoughts on the first 3 episodes, and our most recent theater experience with Episode III: Revenge of the Sith! Enjoy one hour of Mon Mothma Dancing courtesy of Star Wars Official: https://youtu.be/y6wLcx7AkRM?si=6MCF5hkyshNGNxgj (and yes, Dave let this play the entire time he was editing and posting) Our stuff! bio.li…

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In today's episode, we explore amendments 10 through 14, delving into their historical context, the court cases that have shaped their interpretation, and their impact on today's legal landscape. From state sovereignty to the foundational principles of equal protection and birthright citizenship. Are your rights being violated? Link to Project 2025…