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Generation Us
by Lavala Harris, O. Barnes
A podcast where a young baby boomer and a progressive millennial seek common ground through the prism of our generational differences.
Episodes
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Is the Black family Broken?
In this episode, we dive into the question: Is the Black family truly broken, or is society as a whole shifting toward a new norm? Along the way, we break down Elon Musk's vision for government, explore what it means to be a 'high-value' person in a relationship, and share some fun, free-flowing...
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Will Bitcoin Thrive in the Trump Era?
In this episode, we break down the altcoin investment strategy and how to navigate the evolving crypto landscape under Trump's administration. We explore real-world crypto projects solving major problems, discuss what happens when Bitcoin settles and reaches mass adoption, and analyze its…
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Jamal Lamont
In this episode, we're joined by a fellow creative, Jamal Lamont. We explore his musical journey, from leaving Maryland to moving to California, and discuss the challenges he faced along the way. We also dive into his perspective on relationships and the relationship value he believes will be…
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Crypto and Community: Bitcoin's Role in a Solarpunk Future
In this episode, we explore Bitcoin's meteoric rise to $100K and its implications through a solarpunk lens. We dive into Bitcoin's history, its role as digital gold, and why it resonates with solarpunk ideals like community-driven governance and decentralized solutions. We discuss the future of...
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Saints and Sinners
In this episode things get moderately spooky as Sherman, Obren, Lavala, and Idrienne make predictions for the upcoming election, share thoughts on how humans interact with Artificial Intelligence, and discuss how the sex industry may unethically chew up and spit out its clients into society…
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Healing Out Loud
In this episode, we're joined by Tonia Lott, author of My Beautiful Black Son Died by Suicide. Tonia shares her deeply moving journey of losing her son, Julian, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate and submarine engineer, to suicide. She courageously opens up about Julian's silent struggles and the...
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Love is Deaf and Blind
A meeting initially created to discuss the VP debate takes a sharp left turn as we discuss whether love is actually blind, millennials desires to have a better life, and a little bit of politics. Give a listen to Lavala Harris, Obren Barnes, Idrienne Walker, and William Sherman to see what they...
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Trump's Bitcoin Bromance
In this episode we talk about Trump's recent obsession with Bitcoin. Enjoy!
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Election Season
In this compelling episode, we dive into the burning topic that's captivating the nation: the presidential debate. Join us as we explore key moments, analyze candidate performances, and discuss the implications on future policy. Whether you're a political aficionado or just trying to stay…
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Embracing Underconsumption
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating trends shaping our world: Gen Z's pioneering move towards underconsumption, the rising influence of older voters globally, and some of your favorite Olympic moments. It's always a blast—tune in and enjoy!
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Kamala!...a diversity hire?
In this episode we drill down on the state of the union as it relates to politics. Will Kamala Harris captivate America? Maybe, maybe not. We hear from our co-host Obren, reoccurring comedian/lawyer Sherman, guest star and prosecutor Idrienne, and Vic, as they discuss whether Kamala Harris is fit...
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Father Time is Undefeated
In this episode, we discuss the upcoming presidential debate and explore the notion that we may be witnessing the last era of a Boomer president. We also delve into the fact that Generation X is often considered the forgotten generation, yet they currently run some of the largest companies in the...
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Three Lawyers and a Misfit
In this episode, we dive into a variety of thought-provoking topics. We start with a discussion on Black Lives Matter, exploring its meaning, objectives, and controversies surrounding the accountability of donations. We then share a personal anecdote about a past experience in DC, highlighting…
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2024 Playoffs
In this Ep, we're talking about the NBA 2024 Playoffs! Enjoy :)
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Body Positivity, Climate Change, and Voting Rights
In this episode, join the conversation as we dive into the importance of embracing one's body, irrespective of size or shape. We discuss the nuances of body positivity and the impact of plastic surgery on self-confidence. Shifting gears, we tackle climate change skepticism, exploring how it...
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From Court Storms to Generation Alpha: Sports, Leisure, and Childhood
In the podcast episode, we dove into three intriguing topics. First, we attempted to discuss the response to a significant event involving Duke and Jay Bilas, related to court storming, as reported by BroBible, but faced access restrictions. Then, we explored the generational gap in pastimes,...
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Is Love Truly Blind?
In this episode, we talk about the reality TV Series, Love Is Blind. this lead us into the evolution of matchmaking," where we take a fun dive into the quirky world of finding love, from traditional setups to the swipe-happy digital age. We'll laugh over first date fails, cheer for love stories...
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Cool Climate Kids
— Multiple generations, but we're all cool climate kids — In this episode we talk about what climate change means to us and what we're doing about it. - Sponsor - This episode of Generation Us is brought to you by Vigilante Coffee @lavala.harris Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lavala.harris/...
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I'm AI -- You're Just Human
in this captivationg episode, we delve into the mesmerizing world of Artificial Intelligence, a realm filled with both awe-inspiring potential and daunting challenges. From the outset, we grasp the attention of our listeners with a bold statement on AI's power to redefine humanity's future. Our...
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The Challenges Millennials Face Today
In this eye-opening episode as we delve into the often misunderstood challenges confronting millennials today. From staggering student loan debt to uncertain job prospects and soaring housing costs, we explore the multifaceted struggles shaping the lives of this generation. With insights into the...
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Women & Society
In this episode, we grab viewers' attention with the controversial statement and thought-provoking discussion of men feeling threatened by women seeking equality. It offers valuable insights on the potential consequences of this dynamic on upcoming elections and the alignment of future…
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Ai and Climate Change
In this conversation, we talk about the impact of AI on humanity and its relevance in the face of climate change. We express concerns about whether advancements in AI are significant when the future of the Earth is uncertain due to climate change. We discuss the reality of climate change and the...
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Resurgence
In this exciting episode, we make a triumphant return to the mic after a substantial hiatus, and there's a new twist – we're now on video! Join us as we take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reminiscing about some of our all-time favorite episodes. We also share insights into what you can...
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Relationships #5 - Lovers and Friends
In this Episode, we are joined by Lavala's partner, Laura Steiner. We have a conversation about their journey from dating casually with zero expectation, to embarking on a sexual exploration, then eventually transitioning into the polyamory lifestyle. Enjoy!
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Relationships #4
In this EP, we have our boy Bruceebundles back in the studio to give us an update after healing from his long term girlfriend. To hear the backstory, check out EP #13, Relationships #3. We're happy to see our boy in a different headspace. Fun as always. Enjoy!
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#66 - Holidays, Relationships & Religions
In this episode, we talk about Christmas tradition in West Africa, Liberia vs the United States. We then touched on the relevance of religion in today's society. We also talked about relationships, bitcoin and a lot more! Happy Holidays!
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#65 - Coming out, Gay bars & World travels
In this episode, we have a conversation with our co-host, Lavala's long time college friends, Josephine and Rolyn. We talk about Josephine coming out story and upcoming travel adventures. This one is fun and engaging, eye-opening and transformative. Enjoy!
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#64 - Metaverse, Critial race theory & Crypto
In this episode, we talk about Mark Zuckerberg betting Facebook's future on the metaverse. We also talk about critical race theory and briefly touched on The Closer, Dave Chappelle's new Netflix special. We finally wrapped it up with one of our favorite topics, crypto. Funny and light as always....
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#63 - Sustainability, Crypto, & Pedophiles
Today we get into Climate Change and dive deep on topics like Greta Thunberg and Personal Accountability vs holding industries and corporations accountable. We talk crypto and why some are still wary of currencies like Bitcoin. We also talk about the controversy surrounding R. Kelly, Jeffry...
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#62 - CLUBCAST #3
Today's episode we are on with another CLUBCAST with a whopping 4 guests! We cover so much in this episode that I can't really fit it all in the description. Broadly, we cover topics that range from headline news stories to our own personal experiences. Enjoy!
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#61 - Shit Boomers Don't Know
We're baaaaaaack! In this episode we talk about what we were up to during our short hiatus. Lavala quizzes our Baby Boomers on current events and pop culture. We also talk about living in the moment and taking life by the horns.
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#60 - Chasing 10k
In this episode, we celebrate a landmark for the podcast! We talk about some of our favorite moments from the show and discuss what they meant to us. We must have been hungry during recording because we talk TACOS and STEAK as well!
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#59 - Mental Fortitude vs. Mental Health
On this episode we talk about the recent controversy surrounding the Olympics. We talk about stress and pressure and how they effect mental health. We also talk sports, politics, and climate change!
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#58 - Kelli Richardson Lawson
In this episode, we have the Emmy Award-winning creative visionary Kelli Richardson Lawson on the mic with us! With over 30 years of global experience in brand-building, Kelli takes being a "Boss" to another level. We talk about her experience being the CEO of JOY Collective and about her ground...
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#57 - Gen|Us
It's all Gen|Us on today's episode! We finally get the whole crew together for a very special behind the scenes look at the show. We talk to our interns: Social Media Strategist Erin and Editor Chris about how the show is made, what the experience of working on the show has been like, and how…
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#56 - Thomas Dawson
In this episode we dive deep with Thomas Dawson! We discuss some of the biggest differences between Boomers, Millennials, and Gen Z. We also talk about what it takes to succeed today vs in the past and how that has impacted the younger generations. Most importantly, we talk about the differences…
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#55 - Dyrell Madison
On today's episode, we talk to the talented and wise Dyrell Madison. We talk about Dyrell's career and experiences as a formally trained musician. We share how our parents fostered our creativity when we were kids and how you can do the same for your children. Listen all the way to the end to…
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#54 - Maria Kim
In this episode, we chop it up with Maria Kim, a freelance writer and traveler. We talk about Maria's 7 years of working in the bar and restaurant industry and highlight some of the best places to dine in D.C. We also talk about the digital nomad lifestyle and cultivating relationships while on…
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#53 - Candice Floyd
On this episode we talk to Professor Candice Floyd about the transition between high school and college. We talk about generational differences in schooling, communication, and the way technology has affected us. We also talk about respect from a generational point of view.
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#52 - Lilly Tong
Lilly Tong is a multifaceted creative, climate activist and software engineer. During the day, she works as a software engineer at VICE Media. During the night and on the weekends, she runs a one-woman show and podcast Make Peas Not Beef, where she handles acting, writing, directing, filming,...
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#51 - Choosing Violence
On this EP we are CHOOSING VIOLENCE! We talk with our guests Chad Hall and Victor Etongwe about dating, taking chances, and leading with truth in relationships. We talk about what "alternative black" means and how it fits in to black culture and identity. Get your confidence! Don't say you're…
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#50 - Creative series #4 Luci Jockel
Luci Jockel is an artist who makes jewelry from remains, such as bones and insect wings, to honor and grieve the loss of our nonhuman counterparts in the hopes of rebuilding interconnectivity between human and animal. Luci has exhibited nationally and internationally, her work is in collections...
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#49 - Lewis Powell
In this episode we are joined by long-time friend, businessman, and business advisor, Lewis Powell! We discuss the challenges and struggles of starting and running your own business. We talk about how to overcome losses and how to make the best of success. Get ready to be inspired!...
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#48 - Three Perspectives on Home
In this episode, we're bringing the fire!! We are joined by our recurring guest comedian/attorney Sherman in addition to special guests Marise James (Attorney) and Sydney Paul (business Intelligence & Marketing Manager) from St. Croix, VI. We take on the complicated topic of race, although we…
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#47 - A Hero's Journey
We're back from another break. In this episode we talk about Lavala going through a divorce and being inspired to change his name. We talk about the impact of climate change and the future of NFTs for creatives. Clearly we're all over the place with this one. Fun as always. Enjoy!
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#46 - CLUBCAST #2
In this Episode we covered Boomers & Millennials relationship to tech. Topics discussed: 1. Banking (online vs. going to the bank)..Bitcoin (Millennial adoption vs. Boomer reticence) 2. Relationships (Online dating/Tinder vs Old school dating) 3. Digital divide (Millennial adoption vs. Boomer…
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#45 - CLUBCAST
We have been super excited about Clubhouse, but then we got curious about how we could integrate it with podcasting. As a result, we've created a new category of podcasting. We call this new hybrid fusion, CLUBCAST! Join us as we host the very first Clubhouse + Podcast integration. Now that's...
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#44 - Random Access Thoughts
In this episode, we talk about the Biden administration and the impact it'll have on the cryptocurrency market. We also talk about the Spotify effects on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast. We then closed out with brainstorming on new ways to grow the Gen Us community. Hope you enjoy!
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#43 - When Ball is Life
In this Episode, we talk about James Harden recent trade to the Brooklyn Nets and the possibility of them winning a championship. We also talk about Kanye West and Kim Kardashian alleged divorce. We then circle back to Bitcoin because we just can't help ourselves. Another fun Ep y'all. Enjoy!
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#42 - Bitcoin x Clubhouse
In this episode, we talk about Clubhouse & Bitcoin. Clubhouse is an invite-only app that allows you to participate in an audio-only conversation based on any giving topic. We talk about why we love the app and creative ways to use it. We also dive deep into Bitcoin explaining why it's a...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast where a young baby boomer and a progressive millennial seek common ground through the prism of our generational differences.
HOSTED BY
Lavala Harris, O. Barnes
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