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GenX Guys
by JD & LEN
Two longtime friends who are ready to discuss their perspective on society, sport and entertainment comparing today from the 80’s. At least what they can remember
Episodes
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AI Bubbles, Rock Legends & the Great 80s Toy Draft
This week on GenX Guys, JD and Len are taking a trip through the past, present, and possibly overhyped future. First, with Blondie preparing to release new music, we ask whether legendary bands should keep creating or whether fans would rather stick with the classics. Can a band still capture the...
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AI Glasses, Streaming Wars & the Return of Cable
Remember when streaming was supposed to be cheaper than cable? JD and Len discuss why streaming services are starting to look like the expensive TV bundles Gen X thought we'd escaped. Plus, would you wear AI-powered smart glasses? Remembering Mike Ditka, and GenX Tech Support brings back…
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Why Gen X Culture Keeps Coming Back — And What Should Stay in the Past | Ep. 107
After 106 episodes, GenX Guys is changing things up with a tighter 30-minute format. This week, JD and Len ask why so much of what Gen X grew up with seems to be coming back. From vinyl records, arcades, malls, roller rinks and physical media to old-school fashion, cars and technology, they look…
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Episode 106 - NFL Surprises and the Things GenX Misses
This week JD & Len start with a little life catch-up as JD talks about seeing Beauty & the Beast in Las Vegas and how it compared to the first time he saw the show almost 30 years ago. Then it’s football time. The guys break down which NFL teams already look worse than expected after Week 1…
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Episode 105 - BTS, GenX Nostalgia & Remembering 9/11
This week, JD and Len kick things off with an update from Len’s trip to see BTS live and dive into just how expensive concerts have become. That leads to a bigger discussion about superfans who travel from city to city to see the same band multiple times—and whether that level of fandom makes…
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Episode 104 - Three GenX Icons lost, Movies of 1984 & NFL Preseason
This week, JD and Len look back on the lives and impact of Dolly Parton, Tim Curry and Peter Cullen, three entertainers who left very different marks on Generation X. From music and movies to the unforgettable voice of Optimus Prime, we talk about why losing the people we grew up with seems to…
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Episode 103 - Dark Humor, Bucket Lists & Why We Still Watch NFL Preseason
JD & Len kick things off with JD’s latest book project, Dad’s Dark Humor Fairy Tales Vol. 1, and the idea behind putting a twisted adult spin on the fairy tales we grew up with. From there, the conversation turns to bucket lists—the places they still want to see, experiences they haven’t checked...
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Episode 102 - Roger Craig FINALLY Gets His Hall of Fame Recognition + Our 80s Arcade Memories
This week, JD and Len kick things off with the NFL Hall of Fame Class of 2026 and Roger Craig finally getting the recognition many football fans have been waiting for. That leads into a bigger Hall of Fame debate: who should get in next, what really makes someone Hall of Fame worthy, and which...
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Episode 101 - Did GenX Have It Better? Disney, AI and the Future of Superheroes
What was the best time of your life—and did you realize it while it was happening? This week, JD and Len look back at the stages of life they remember most fondly before revisiting what it was like going to Disneyland decades ago. They compare those earlier experiences with today’s parks and…
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Episode 100 -The Big 100: Sports Debates and Musical Memories
The GenX Guys have officially reached Episode 100—and nobody is more surprised than JD and Len. In this milestone episode, we look back at making it this far and discuss some of the entertaining, confusing and occasionally heated comments our social media reels have received. That leads us into a...
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Episode 99 - Anime Expo, Disney Cruising, World Cup VAR & LeBron’s Next Move
Len returns with stories from his trip to Anime Expo, while JD shares highlights from his latest Disney Cruise adventure. The guys then turn to the World Cup, including Team USA’s performance and the growing frustration surrounding VAR decisions. Next, Len faces another round of 1980s trivia…
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Episode 98 - 250 Years of America: Fourth of July Memories, Summer Movies & the World Cup
This week on GenX Guys, JD and Len talk about America’s upcoming 250th anniversary and how the Fourth of July has changed over the years—from neighborhood fireworks, family barbecues, and small-town parades to today’s larger, more commercialized celebrations. They also dive into summer movies and...
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Episode 97 - World Cup Buzz, NBA Pain, SpaceX Hype & Summer Movies
This week JD & Len kick things off with the World Cup and the growing excitement around soccer’s place in the American sports conversation. From there, they move into the NBA playoffs, including the Spurs blowing a huge lead and how quickly momentum can shift a game, a series, and a fanbase’s...
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Episode 96 - Sports Fandom, 80s Comedy & Saying Goodbye to Pacifica Pier
This week JD and Len talk NBA playoffs, the surprising Knicks, NHL playoff action, and why sports fandom tends to change as you get older. They also dive into 80s comedy trivia before ending with a nostalgic conversation about Pacifica Pier and the possibility that it may be torn down and never...
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Episode 95 - AI Is Taking Over, Sports Are Too Expensive, and Star Wars Still Matters
This week JD and Len dive into the growing impact of AI and what it means for work, creativity, entertainment, and everyday life. The guys then shift into the frustrating reality of sports streaming, where leagues and networks continue chasing bigger deals while fans are left juggling apps,...
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Episode 94 - From Spirit Airlines to Space Invaders: A GenX Travel Flashback
This week JD and Len talk about the shutdown of Spirit Airlines and remember other airlines that disappeared over the years. That leads into a classic GenX travel conversation: how did kids survive long flights and road trips before phones, tablets, and streaming? The guys then jump into the NBA...
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Episode 93 - Vegas Nights, Draft Picks & Movie Quotes
This episode starts in Vegas with wedding stories and gaming bars, then shifts into NFL Draft reactions, history trivia, and the movie quotes JD & Len always use.
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Episode 92 - From California Regions to Artemis II and Classic 70s Cartoons
This week JD and Len kick things off by talking about the weather in their areas before diving into California and its unique range of climate and lifestyle options across the state. That leads into a fun debate over regional identity and where San Francisco really belongs if California were…
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Episode 91 - From Car Trouble to Space Dreams: Artemis II, 80s Songs, and Movie Trailers
This week, JD and Len kick things off by talking through the highs and lows of the week, including the frustration of having a catalytic converter stolen. From there, the conversation shifts to space as they discuss the upcoming Artemis II mission and reflect on the lasting impact of the…
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Episode 90 - From Sports Streaming Frustration to Cartoon Theme Song Trivia
This week we talk about the mess sports streaming has created for fans, the NBA’s 65-game issue and how today’s players compare to past generations, then Len takes on a cartoon theme song guessing challenge before we wrap with a debate on live singing versus lip syncing in concert.
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Episode 89 - BTS Returns, Big Concert Talk, 80s TV Themes & Chuck Norris Tribute
This week on GenX Guys, we kick things off with the return of BTS and Len fully embracing his K-pop superfan status. From there, we talk about some of the biggest stadium concerts we’ve ever attended and the unforgettable energy that comes with live shows on that scale. Then it’s time for another...
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Episode 88 - GenX Guys: Cars, Cards, Comics, Movie Trivia and NFL Free Agency
In this episode, the GenX Guys talk about how collector culture is shifting. Classic cars may not have the same hold on younger generations, while comic books and card collecting and trading continue to grow in popularity and value. JD and Len explore why some collectibles endure while others…
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Episode 87 - Marriage Longevity, Rock Hall Politics, and world events
JD and Len talk 30-year marriage lessons, react to the Rock Hall nominees (including Iron Maiden), debate whether the Hall should be renamed, and discuss recent world events and impact on others.
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Episode 86 - Olympics, Obituaries, and Overhead Bins: A Very 2026 Episode
This week we celebrate the Olympics and Team USA men’s hockey winning gold, then shift into how recent celebrity passings spark serious nostalgia for our youth. We wrap up with the latest TSA changes and why travel keeps getting more complicated.
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Episode 85 - AI Panic, Olympic Drama, Super Bowl Fallout — Let’s Go
This week we go deep on AI colliding with Hollywood, as studios and industry groups push back on the latest video-generation tools and the growing fear that “creation” is turning into copyright chaos. Then we hit the Winter Olympics drama, from ice dance scoring backlash to other…
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Episode 84 - From Aches to Gold Medals: Staying Strong + Super Bowl Score Calls
This week on GenX Guys, we kick off with some real-life health updates and turn it into a bigger conversation on what keeps us mentally sharp and physically strong—workouts, routines, and the habits that actually help when life gets busy. Then we slide into Winter Olympics talk: the events we…
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Episode 83 - The Meaning of Belief (and Meaningless All-Stars)
This week we go big-picture: what is religion, and do people truly believe—or is belief sometimes more about comfort, community, fear, hope, or how we were raised? From there we wrestle with a darker idea: if “only the good die young,” does that make it feel like evil is winning… or even running...
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Episode 82 - Throwback Cartoons, Snow Stories, and Postseason Pressure
This episode jumps from real-life weather drama to pure GenX nostalgia and straight into championship football. We kick things off with the winter storm sweeping across America, how it’s impacting people, what it reminds us of, and the last time we can remember a storm that felt this widespread…
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Episode 81 - No Cap, No Chance: MLB’s Payroll Wars + NFL’s Coaching Carousel
This week we’re calling out MLB’s “no salary cap” reality and how super-spenders like the Dodgers are stretching the sport into a payroll arms race that small-market teams can’t realistically match. Then we hit the NFL coaching carousel—who’s actually got the best opening (and why), plus what…
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Episode 80 - Big Games, Bigger Takes, and Holiday Hits on Repeat
This week’s episode is a full-on football check-in, starting with reactions to the latest NFL games—what stood out, who looked legit, and which teams left more questions than answers. We also dig into the college football playoff matchups and what the games told us about momentum, coaching...
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Episode 79 - Holiday Decorating, Philip Rivers Buzz, and Gaming’s Biggest Night
This week we kick things off with Christmas decorations—whether we’re going bigger, scaling it back, or just trying to find the right energy for the season (and the right amount of effort). We get into what’s changed over the years, what still feels “must-do,” and what’s starting to feel…
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Episode 78 - World Cups, Warner Brothers & Championship Chaos
This week we start with the bombshell news of Netflix buying Warner Brothers and what that could mean for the future of movies. We dig into how this kind of consolidation might shrink traditional theatrical releases, shift more big-budget films straight to streaming, and change the way stories…
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Episode 77 - Turkey Day Traditions: Parades, NFL Drama & 80s Mall Vibes
Before Amazon and mobile shopping, the holidays hit differently—mall Santas, packed food courts, and full-on festive energy. This episode jumps from those memories to Thanksgiving parades, NFL traditions, and one big debate: what was going on with the Browns’ coaching decisions at the end of that...
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Episode 76 - From Fake Fitness Fixes to 80s Christmas & Today’s Inflation Panic
This week we break down the modern fitness hustle — from influencers selling miracle workout plans to the endless noise around “perfect” routines and quick fixes. We talk about what actually works, what’s overhyped, and why everyone online suddenly thinks they’re a certified trainer. We then jump...
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Episode 75 - K-Pop Demon Hunters, Global Icons & the Forgotten Generation
We start with the latest in K-Pop—from Grammy surprises to the unstoppable force of Blackpink and BTS—then take a walk through musical history comparing today’s super groups with the icons of our youth. Finally, we dive into why GenX continues to be forgotten despite shaping decades of culture,...
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Episode 74 - Media Spin, Party Picks, and the QB Effect
This week, the guys break down the recent election results — from the New York mayor’s race to several governor contests — and question how much the outcomes really tell us when many of these states are long-time party strongholds. They also discuss how both political parties tend to pre-select...
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Episode 73 - Dealerships, Travel, and the Vanishing Social Scene
This episode explores the changing meaning of connection — how Gen X grew up with real-world hangouts while today’s youth connect through screens. We talk malls, bowling alleys, the loss of community, and why “third places” have disappeared. Stick around for a fun detour into travel and…
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Episode 72 - Betting Lines and Legacy Debates
This week, the GenX Guys dig into the breaking news around NBA betting arrests and what it means for the integrity of sports and fan trust. We look at how gambling continues to reshape professional leagues and where the line should be drawn between entertainment and exploitation. From there, we...
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Episode 71 - Jobs We Loved, Jobs We Left, and the Rise of Digital Ads
Len’s back from his trip to Korea, and the GenX Guys reunite to catch up and reflect. We start with Len’s adventures overseas — from cultural surprises to everyday differences — before diving into the jobs we’ve held over the years, why some stuck and others didn’t, and how our GenX work ethic...
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Episode 70 - From Tron to Shutdowns: System Failure Then and Now
JD flies solo once again as Len sits this one out — but that doesn’t stop the GenX reflection from running full power. This week, JD dives into the upcoming Tron: Ares movie and takes a trip back to where it all started in 1982 with the original Tron. From the days when computers were a mystery…
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Episode 69 - Same Chaos, New Code: A Gen X Look at America 2025
JD’s flying solo to unpack a week that could’ve been scripted by the 90s — government shutdowns, surveillance tech dreams, and culture wars that refuse to die. He connects the dots from mixtapes to machine learning and reminds us why Gen X might just be the last generation that remembers what...
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Episode 68 - From City Streets to Suburban Retreats: GenX on Travel, Words, and Free Speech
This week the GenX Guys dig into life abroad versus life at home—does the energy of city living beat the calm of the suburbs, or vice versa? We also get real about how social media’s short-form culture is shrinking vocabularies, and weigh in on the recent free speech dust-up sparked by Jimmy...
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Episode 67 - CTRL+ALT+CAREER: GenX vs AI Hiring + NFL Highlights
This week we get real about job hunting in 2025 — where ageism still lurks and AI is now scanning your resume before a human even sees it. We break down what that means for GenXers trying to stay in the game without selling out. Then we flip from job boards to scoreboards with our NFL rundown,...
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Episode 66 - Strange Vices, Shifting Times & NFL Kickoff
In this episode, we dive into the odd and dangerous habits people have picked up over the years—from kids huffing compressed air today to the vices of earlier generations, from drugs to alcohol. We talk about how society’s view on these behaviors has changed over time and what it says about…
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Episode 65 - Travels, Changing Times & Football Kickoff
In this week’s episode, we kick things off by sharing stories from recent travels before diving into how today’s society is shifting—for better or worse—and what those changes mean in everyday life. Then we turn our attention to the start of both the college football and NFL seasons, breaking…
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Episode 64 - From LAN Parties to End Zones: PC Gaming & NFL Preseason
We fire up the nostalgia engines and dive into the evolution of PC gaming—from classic shooter titles like quake that shaped the scene to the latest in high-performance shooters like Helldivers 2 and Battlefield 6. Then, we switch fields to break down the recent NFL preseason action, highlight...
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Episode 63 - Heat, Black Holes & HR Nightmares: Gen X Reacts to the Universe
This week, the Gen X Guys dive headfirst into a world on fire—literally and figuratively. From Europe’s deadly heatwaves and flashbacks to sunburned summers in the '80s, to the biggest black hole merger ever detected, we explore how yesterday’s science fiction is today’s breaking news. Plus, we...
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Episode 62 - The Past Decisions we make
From past decisions to future considerations, we dive into decisions we made and how it shapes who we are over time. From politics to careers we dig into how we got where we are today. #generationx #pastdecisions
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Episode 61 - Economic Shakeup & NBA Shakeout
This episode tackles the latest on layoffs and employment challenges, exploring what it means for workers and the economy. Plus, we pivot to the NBA to recap an exciting Finals, discuss key draft moves, and predict the favorites for next year's championship. Don’t miss this blend of economic...
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Episode 60 - Blinkers Optional, World on Fire
This week, The GenX Guys swerve through the chaos, starting with a rant on bad driving habits and the rise of distracted drivers (yes, we're looking at you, TikTok scrollers at red lights). Then we shift gears into global headlines, including the latest on Israel and Iran. Finally, we hit the…
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Two longtime friends who are ready to discuss their perspective on society, sport and entertainment comparing today from the 80’s. At least what they can remember
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