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Chat & Bother
by Don and Eva Wilson
Ready to start all the best conversations? Start right here with us on Chat & Bother. Are you tired of no one responding to your Tweets, Facebook posts, WhatsApp, or group chat messages? Do you start your day by chatting with friends on social media or checking the group chat for a great discussion? Eva does. Every morning she wakes up her husband Don (much too early for his liking) with pop culture, internet drama, nostalgia, and what's new, next, and "nah." Each week on Chat & Bother, Black, Gen X husband and wife conversation starters, Don and Eva discuss a question or topic that people are asking each other online. It could be something that you and your friends are already talking about, or it could be something that you should be talking about.
Episodes
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What happens when the people who raised you are legends?
What happens when the people who raised you are… legends? In this episode of Chat and Bother, Eva and Don discuss the pressure of growing up in the shadow of your parents' success — whether that success comes from family reputation, career expectations, or worldwide fame. They talk about how…
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"Backstage, underage..." Why didn't we question these lyrics?
In this episode of Chat and Bother, Don and Eva talk about the realization that a lot of the music they grew up loving does not age well when you actually listen to the lyrics as an adult. It is mind-blowing how popular music from the '80s, '90s, and early 2000s often normalized behavior that now...
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The Most Insane Scandals and Drama of the 80s and 90s
It's a SUPER EPISODE! Missed an episode or just discovering Chat and Bother? This Super Episode brings together Season 3, Episodes 1–4 in one binge-worthy hour, all centered on the biggest scandals and drama of the 1980s and 1990s. Press play, get caught up fast, and relive the headlines, chaos,...
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Sizzlean, Steakumms, Slimfast and More Fabulous Foods from the 80s
We wanted everything we saw in food commercials in the 1980s. In this episode of Chat and Bother, we're talking about the foods we begged for, tolerated, or absolutely hated—and the aggressive marketing that convinced us we needed them. From fake butter spreads to questionable "health foods," we...
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In the 80s and 90s we only talked about one scandal at a time.
Remember when the news only came on at 6 and 11—and one scandal could completely dominate the country for months? In this episode, we take a deep (and sometimes hilarious) dive into the most unforgettable scandals of the 1980s and 1990s, back when tabloids ruled, celebrity justice looked very...
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WHY?! WHY?! Do You Remember These 90s News Stories That Changed Our Lives?
If you were alive in the 90s, you felt these moments — even if you didn't fully understand them at the time. In this episode of Chat and Bother, we revisit three explosive news stories that stopped classrooms, dominated dinner-table conversations, and reshaped how a generation consumed the news.…
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How Much Do You Remember About Milli Vanilli?
This week on Chat and Bother, we're rewinding to a time when the news didn't just break—it spilled, fell apart, and in one case… got cut short. We're unpacking three of the most can-you-believe-this-was-real stories from the 80s and 90s: - the Exxon Valdez oil spill, when corporate responsibility...
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What Were the Most Memorable Scandals and News from the 80s?
Do you remember the Tylenol Murders (now a Netflix movie!)? Where were you when the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded? What do you remember about the most famous 80s televangelists? Welcome to the season premiere of the Chat and Bother Podcast! We are kicking off this season with some of the news...
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Thirteen CDs for a Penny? Was Gen X the MOST Advertised to Generation?
Thirteen tapes for a penny from Columbia House? Win a million dollars if you order some magazines from Publisher's Clearing House? PART of a complete breakfast? Learning to break dance from Alfonso Ribero's BOOK? In the 80's they really went all in on getting our attention—and our allowance…
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Q&A Sunday - Which Black Movies from the 80s and 90s Shaped Our Generation?
For this special Q&A Sunday during Black History Month, we're discussing the unforgettable Black movies that shaped our childhoods and helped define a generation. From classics like Coming to America, Friday, and House Party, to deeper stories like Boyz n the Hood and School Daze, we're…
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Q&A Sunday - Black History Month Gen X Culture Edition
This Black History Month, let's take it back to the Gen X era! In this special Q&A Sunday episode, Don and Eva answer questions about the impact of Black culture from the '70s through the early 2000s. From the music that shaped a generation to the TV shows, movies, and historical moments that...
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Q&A SUNDAY - What are the Keys to a Successful Marriage?
This Q&A Sunday, we're talking about what it takes to have a successful marriage! From communication and trust to navigating challenges together, we're sharing our thoughts on making relationships last. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to join the conversation every Sunday! You can also check...
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Gen X Anxiety EXPLAINED: Are Baby Boomers Responsible?
Did Baby Boomers create the perfect storm for Gen X anxiety? Or did they accidentally raise the most resilient (and hilariously unbothered) generation ever? In this episode, Eva and Don break down the chaos of growing up Gen X—where every game, playground, and news report felt like the apocalypse...
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Should you break up with an otherwise perfect guy because of his...
This week, we need you to tell us - Is she the a-hole? Here's the dilema. "I'm a 49-year-old woman dating a great 52-year-old man, but he has a massive figurine collection that I can't see myself living with. Would I be the a-hole for ending the relationship over this?" Read the full story here -...
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Which 80s Toys Were Every Gen X Kid's Dream?
Did you ever dream of cruising the neighborhood on a Big Wheel, baking tiny cakes in an Easy-Bake Oven, or ruling over the ultimate Barbie Dream House? In this episode of Chat and Bother, Don and Eva take a nostalgic trip back to the 80s, reminiscing about the toys they desperately wanted as Gen…
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AITA: Affair Baby Gets Tuition, Our Child Gets Nothing
This week, Don and Eva tackle a heated AITA post that's sparking plenty of opinions. A mother is thinking about taking her ex-husband to court to help pay for their child's private school tuition after discovering he's planning to pay tuition at the same school for his other child with his…
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Why Can't I Wear a Bonnet to the Airport?!
In this episode, Don and Eva respond to comedian Steve Brown's viral reel from the Smitty and Dee Podcast, where he goes off about people wearing pajamas, bonnets, and carrying pillows in the airport—and young guys rocking skinny jeans. Steve says it's a no-go. Don and Eva? Not so fast. Watch as...
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CLOSE THE DOORS! Was Marvin Sapp Out of Line Or on Point?
In this episode of Chat and Bother, Eva and Don discuss that time when gospel legend Marvin Sapp made headlines for telling ushers to lock the church doors until everyone gave $20. Was it bold faith or financial pressure? A holy hustle or just poor judgment? Don and Eva tell us their thoughts…
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AITA: Should He Tell His Friend That His Wife Is on a Dating App?
What would you do if you saw your friend's spouse on a dating app? In this episode, Eva and Don react to a viral AITA post where a recently divorced man spots his close friend's wife on a dating profile. Should he tell his friend and risk drama, or stay silent and let it play out? Let's talk…
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How Did Your High School Coaches Impact Your Character and Future?
In this episode of Chat and Bother, Don and Eva discuss the lasting influence of high school coaches and the powerful impact they have on shaping our character and future. Whether you were an athlete, mathlete, academic decathlete, debater, mock trial member, or watched it all from the sidelines,...
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Part 2: Sending Gen Z to College - What Has Changed?
In this episode of Chat and Bother, Don and Eva discuss their recent experience of moving kids into their college dorms and how it's changed over the years. They'll compare the practical, no-frills dorm decorating of the 90s—milk crates and posters, anyone?—to the carefully coordinated,...
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Part 1: How Has the College Move-In Experience Changed from Gen X to Gen Z?
In this episode of Chat and Bother, Don and Eva discuss the evolution of college move-in day and how it has drastically changed from Generation X to Generation Z. From the days of landlines and Mapquest to the era of iPhones and Life360, we explore the key differences in how each generation…
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Sportsball! How Did We Not Know About the Strike Team 30 for 30?
What do you do when your spouse wakes you up and asks you to install the ESPN app on her iPad? You install it - no questions asked. Unless you don't want to watch a documentary at 5 am and discuss it. Then you ask as many questions as possible. On the episode, Don and Eva discuss the 30 for 30...
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How Do You Process Your Own Mortality When a Celeb from Your Youth Dies?
Richard Simmons, Shannen Doherty, Dr. Ruth Westheimer... and more celebrities from our youth passed away in the last few days. What does that say about us? Are we not long for this world? In this episode, Don and Eva discuss how they feel when a beloved or at least well-known celebrity from their...
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BONUS EPISODE: Live from Lafayette Square in New Orleans during the Essence Film Festival
Don and Eva are live in New Orleans! In this episode, Don and Eva discuss the food they have had in New Orleans and debate the merits of having dessert for breakfast. They are in New Orleans to compete in the Essence Film Festival Podcast Competition. They were first named finalists, and then an...
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They Don't Really Care About Us.
Let's walk through the dangers of a Gen X kid's life, shall we? Leave it to Eva and Don to find a way to make barely making it utterly hilarious. It starts when we are born. They take us home in a car seat, maybe, most likely it is just in mom's arms in the back seat. In the front seat, dad…
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What Was Your First Job as a Teenager?
What was your first job? Do you do anything remotely related to that job today? In this episode, Don and Eva share intimate details from their first jobs. From working in the family businesses to working at nightclubs, these two have had some really interesting places of employment. Have you? Can...
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"I wanna be a white girl!" What Do You Do When Your Kids Have Unrealistic Goals?
So your daughter wants to be a white girl, but she is unmelanated. Your son wants to be a rapper, but you don't see that as a viable career path. What do you do? On this episode, Don and Eva discuss the right and wrong ways to support your child's endeavors when you don't agree with their......
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BIG FUN WITH THE WRETCHED! What did you do to have fun as a teen in the 80s and 90s?
Remember that episode of the C*sby Show when Vanessa ran off with her friends to have "big fun" at the Wretched concert in Baltimore and got into all sorts of trouble? What did you do to have fun when you were a teenager? We promise we won't tell. In this episode, Eva and Don talk about their…
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What Styles Do You Regret from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s?
Polka dots, rayon shirts, and short-alls, OH MY! The 80s, 90s, and 2000s are back in style, so it is hard to really regret our decisions, but in this episode, Don and Eva share just a few items that they wish they hadn't insisted on rocking in their teens. Where to find us: Instagram -...
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Excuse Me, May I Have This Dance?
Eva made what seemed like a simple anniversary post on Facebook that turned out to not be so simple to her friends and family. The reactions sparked a conversation about agency, being an introvert, accepting quirks, and respecting boundaries. On this episode of Chat and Bother, Eva and Don…
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BONUS EPISODE: Did We Learn Nothing from the Drake and Kendrick Lamar Beef?
What made Marjorie Taylor Green think she could come for Rep Jasmine Crockett and survive? Did we learn nothing from the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef? *sigh* In this bonus episode, we talk about our experiences with people writing checks their 🍑 can't cash, and getting publicly eviscerated. We...
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How Do You Know When to Cut Off Family?
Chat & Bother is back for season two! In this episode, Don and Eva deliver the results of the Q&A Sunday polls on Instagram, talk about Brian McKnight's decision to cut off his kids from his previous marriage, calling them "products of sin," and discuss how cutting off family members the right…
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OFF-SEASON BONUS: How Do You Cope with Winning and Losing?
You win some, and you learn some! Join hosts Eva and Don in a candid and humorous chat about winning and losing. In this episode of Chat and Bother, Eva and Don share personal anecdotes that illustrate how they've coped with both victory and defeat, the valuable lessons learned from their…
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OFF-SEASON BONUS: Why Do We Have Cold Weather Clothes in Warm Places?
Welcome to a special off-season bonus episode of Chat and Bother! In this chilly installment, join hosts Eva and Don as they take a morning drive through the Windy City. Why Do We Have Cold Weather Clothes in Warm Places? On this below-zero morning in Chicago, Eva and Don chat about why our…
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Hey Auntie! How Do You Navigate Generational Etiquette?
How does Gen X measure up in the formality department? Join Don and Eva as they discuss cultural nuances, family dynamics, and the mathematical formula you have to use when addressing family members. When are you on a first-name basis? When must you use titles like "auntie," "uncle," "mister," or...
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How Were You Taught to Be a Good Samaritan?
Do you remember the first good deed you ever did? How often do you find yourself putting on your superhero cape to help a stranger in need? In this episode, Eva and Don share the lessons they learned about kindness, compassion, and goodwill - and how they learned those lessons. Was it the classic...
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The Goat Episode: Are We REALLY That Different After All?
In this episode, Eva and Don discuss the unexpected parallels of their childhoods that transcended geography and culture. It turns out that the human experience knows no borders. One might expect Trinidadian/South Carolinian and Delawarean/Alabamian childhoods to be worlds apart, but this episode...
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How Did You Learn About Life and Death?
How did you learn about the birds and the bees? The circle of life? While this episode won't require earmuffs for big kids, it's up to you to decide. Consider this fair warning that Don and Eva will discuss some topics that you may not be ready to bring to the family dinner table discussion. It...
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Why Does Generation X Avoid Self Care?
Are Gen Xers too busy taking care of the Boomers and rolling their eyes at millennials and Gen Y to embrace bubble baths and scented candles? In this episode, Don and Eva tackle the root causes of their self-care avoidance. It seems the world is trying HARD to convince Gen X that self-care should...
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AITA Part 2: Is Pregnancy a Great Excuse for Everything?
How much of your behavior can you blame on pregnancy hormones? Here's part two of our AITA (Am I the A**hole?) Pregnancy, kids, tired parents, vacation, a stack of pancakes... what could go wrong? What's the line between being inconsiderate and being misunderstood? In this episode, Don and Eva…
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AITA Part 1: Who's the Boss?
Is she a bridezilla or a blushing bride? This week on Chat and Bother, Don and Eva weigh in on some wedding drama from AITA (Am I the A**hole?) on Reddit. Picture it: a parent who's ready to sprinkle some magic (and big money) on their child's nuptials, only to be faced with a future...
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Intellectual Property Espionage: Did You Drop the Ball or Was It Stolen?
Has anyone ever just walked in and stolen your name, idea, or other intellectual property? What happens when someone steals your million-dollar idea? Can you copyright a brilliant thought before it's even out there? Can you trademark a name that someone else is already using? If Twitter (X) users...
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BONUS EPISODE: Is Brian McKnight Really Gonna Start Back at One?
How angry would you have to be to change the name you've had for 54 years to distance yourself from your adult children? Our guess is pretty mad. In this bonus episode, Don and Eva talk about Brian McKnight's decision to change his name to his newborn son's name so that he can have a new junior.…
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Do You Have a Favorite Memory of Going to the Mall in the 80s and 90s?
Did you spend a lot of time in the mall when you were a kid? How did you feel when you finally got to go with your friends and not your parents? What was your favorite store? In this episode, Don and Eva go back in time and revisit the stores that defined our childhood shopping sprees. Remember…
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What Did We REALLY Learn in Middle School?
Get ready for another nostalgic trip on the Chat and Bother Podcast! In part one of this two-part episode, we're talking about middle school in the 80s. Join us for a discussion on whether the bulk of our middle school assignments were simply 'busy work' or if there were nuggets of gold amid the...
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How Would You Spend a Billion Dollars?
If you were a billionaire, with a B, are you sharing the wealth? Today the Powerball is 1.55 billion dollars. If you won, are you giving money away freely or… This week, Don and Eva talk about earned money, newfound wealth, and how to divvy up the big bucks. Will you be the benevolent…
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What are Your Social Media Pet Peeves?
In this special extended episode of Chat and Bother, Don the LinkedIn guy, and Eva, who is on all the platforms, explore the things that irk them in a lively discussion that's twice as long as their usual episodes. Don and Eva explore common social media annoyances, but what's a podcast episode...
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Part 2: Did 80s TV (or our parents) Leave Us with Irrational Fears?
Don and Eva are back for another journey into the past. In this follow-up to their previous episode, they continue their exploration of the quirky and inexplicable fears that once haunted their childhoods. In Part Two, they're stepping out of the quicksand and sharing more of their anecdotes to…
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BONUS EPISODE: Are First Dates Really Auditions?
Is that nerve-wracking first date really just an audition for a role in someone's life? If you are perfect on that first date, will you win the golden ticket like they do on America's Got Talent? Or maybe it's more like American Idol? But what if Randy thinks you're a little bi… pitchy? In this...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Ready to start all the best conversations? Start right here with us on Chat & Bother. Are you tired of no one responding to your Tweets, Facebook posts, WhatsApp, or group chat messages? Do you start your day by chatting with friends on social media or checking the group chat for a great discussion? Eva does. Every morning she wakes up her husband Don (much too early for his liking) with pop culture, internet drama, nostalgia, and what's new, next, and "nah." Each week on Chat & Bother, Black, Gen X husband and wife conversation starters, Don and Eva discuss a question or topic that people are asking each other online. It could be something that you and your friends are already talking about, or it could be something that you should be talking about.
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Ready to start all the best conversations? Start right here with us on Chat & Bother. Are you tired of no one responding to your Tweets, Facebook posts, WhatsApp, or group chat messages? Do you start your day by chatting with friends on social media or checking the group chat for a great...
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