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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2026 · 30 MIN

Generation X-Hausted: Surviving Sandwich Generation Burnout & Midlife

from Strangers With Kittens: Gen X Stories from the Least Parented Generation. · host Eileen Kelly

Generation X has been called a lot of things: cynical, detached, slackers, just to name a few. But the truth is? We are just completely exhausted. This week on Strangers With Kittens, host Eileen Kelly delivers a raw, honest look at the heavy burdens carrying the sandwich generation. As a group that essentially parented themselves as latchkey kids, Gen X has spent decades being held responsible for fixing everyone else's problems. Now in midlife, we are stuck juggling the emotional and financial strain of raising teens and adult children, caring for aging parents, and navigating a shifting culture. Tune in for a hilarious yet deeply validating Society & Culture episode that skips the toxic positivity and gives voice to why our entire generation feels like turning up our Walkmans, putting on our shades, and saying, "Peace, out." Support the show Strangers With Kittens is a podcast created by Eileen Kelly and Produced by Ashley Aker. Original music composed and performed by Chris Hajian. You can listen to full podcast episodes on Spotify, Amazon, Audible, and Apple Podcasts. ✨ If you love raw, authentic Gen X stories, hit the FOLLOW button on Spotify to help our podcast grow! Follow Strangers With Kittens On Social Media Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube Keep The Conversation Going https://www.strangerswithkittens.com/

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Generation X has been called a lot of things: cynical, detached, slackers, just to name a few. But the truth is? We are just completely exhausted. This week on Strangers With Kittens, host Eileen Kelly delivers a raw, honest look at the heavy burdens carrying the sandwich generation. As a group that essentially parented themselves as latchkey kids, Gen X has spent decades being held responsible for fixing everyone else's problems. Now in midlife, we are stuck juggling the emotional and financ...

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