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Apr 30, 2026 18 min

Hey Gen Z! Navigating a Brutal Job Market? Been There. xo, Gen X

from Strangers With Kittens: Gen X Stories from the Least Parented Generation. Hosted by Eileen Kelly

Are you looking at the news headlines and wondering what year it is? This week on Strangers With Kittens, Eileen dives into the striking similarities between Gen Z and Gen X in the workplace. Inspired by her daughter's upcoming college graduation, Eileen looks at the harsh realities of entering the workforce today. When Gen X first entered the job market, things were bleak—and for Gen Z entering adulthood, it feels like history is repeating itself. Tune in for your weekly dose of Gen X cynicism, comedy, and generation gap musings. 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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Are you looking at the news headlines and wondering what year it is? This week on Strangers With Kittens, Eileen dives into the striking similarities between Gen Z and Gen X in the workplace. Inspired by her daughter's upcoming college graduation, Eileen looks at the harsh realities of entering the workforce today. When Gen X first entered the job market, things were bleak—and for Gen Z entering adulthood, it feels like history is repeating itself. Tune in for your weekly dose of Gen X cynici...

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