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Project GenX

Pop Culture through the eyes of a couple GenXers. If you love movies, television, music and memories then this is the place for you

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    Episode 268 - Weird Science

    Once again we traverse the Illinois landscape that is Shermer in 1985's Weird Science. Along the way we discuss the finer points of wealthy Chicago suburbs, 1980's luxury sports cars (again) and whether or not those panties would seduce a fifteen year old boy. Much fun is had along the way. So sit back and ponder "why don't people understand?" Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram

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    Episode 266 - Pretty In Pink

    John Hughes continues his reign of terror in 1986's Pretty In Pink. Along the way we discover that maybe writing is a better job for John Hughes, the wrong side of the tracks actually exists and Dave loves 3D. Much fun is had. So sit back and enjoy. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram

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    Episode 265 - Anna and the Apocalypse

    This week we discuss the 2017 movie Anna and the Apocalypse. Dave did this. Blame him. Along the way we try to make this better by taking detours through Star Trek, generations and we layout a rough sketch of our upcoming new podcast. So sit back, ignore the movie we are supposed to be covering and enjoy the rest of the show Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]  

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    Episode 264 - The Breakfast Club

    In our second episode of the Welcome to Shermer series we dive into The Breakfast Club. Along the way we discuss Verner's pay, social circles and the mystery of Carl the janitor. So don't you forget about us while you sit back and enjoy. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram

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    Episode 263 - Sixteen Candles

    And so it begins. This is the beginning of our exploration of Shermer, Illinois and all things John Hughes. Along the way, well you just have to listen. We have also updated our YouTube page. The link is bellow Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram

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    Episode 262 - Heart Eyes

    This month we get a double whammy of Friday the 13th and Valentine's Day. So to celebrate A'riel joins us to talk about the 2025 movie Heart Eyes. Along the way sidetrack into superheroes, red mercury and the value of a good dil...we'll just let you listen to find out. Enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 261 - Welcome to Shermer

    We're Back!! For real this time. And with our return we are heading to one of the most famous non-existent cities in America: Shermer, Illinois. In this first episode we will determine what is John Hughes' cannon and what isn't. Along the way we disagree on a couple things and overall just have a good time. So sit back, relax and don't be a retard!!   Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram

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    Episode 260 - Double Feature

    We are back after a short absence and this time around we are doing some OctoberFest cleanup with two movies from 2025, Clown in a Cornfield and Sinners. Along the way we get derailed many, many times and make Dave completely uncomfortable. Much fun is had. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 259 - Ash vs Evil Dead

    This episode we tack the Starz television show Ash vs Evil Dead. Along the way we discuss our preferences for tricked out hursts, the trouble with tribbles and we round it out with a game of Kevin Bacon or Jon Bon Jovi. Much fun is had. Happy Halloween everyone!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 258 - Evil Dead Rise

    This week we discuss the 2023 sequel(?) Evil Dead Rise. As usual we get off subject and hilarity ensues. So sit back, relax and enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 257 - Evil Dead (2013)

    They remade Evil Dead. Yay.... Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 256 - Army of Darkness

    Here we are at the end of the original Evil Dead theatrical franchise: Army of Darkness!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 255 - Evil Dead 2

    This episode we continue our retrospective on the Evil Dead franchise by diving headlong into the 1987 movie Evil Dead 2. Along the way we discuss whether or not this is a remake of the first movie (it totally is), how one overcomes being a Deadite, is Jason Vorehees a Deadite and we round it all out by talking about why The Misfits matter. Much fun is had by all. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 254 - The Evil Dead (1981)

    Here we are with the first proper episode of OctoberFest 2025. And what an episode it is: The Evil Dead!! Along the way we discuss what constitutes a good movie, the longevity of the Delta 88 and just what should be our grading system. Much fun is had. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 253 - Catching Up...with OCTOBERFEST!!

    We couldn't let October pass without talking Fall, horror and and all thing Halloween. We're back with A'riel and a lot to say. So sit back, relax and enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    A Very Special Episode

    Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 249 - Happy Halloween!!

    We hope everyone has had a happy and safe OctoberFest this year. Please enjoy our Halloween episode! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 248 - Late Night Double Feature

    This episode we look a couple of new horror films and decide if they are pantheon worthy. Much fun is had. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 247 - Kid's Halloween

    This episode it's just Alan and A'riel discussing their favorite kid's Halloween specials. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 246 - The Howling

    We are closing in on the end of OctoberFest and this episode we discuss the 1981 classic The Howling. Much fun is had along the way. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 245 - Final Destination

    OctoberFest is in full effect and this episode we go back to the year 2000 and explore the design of death with Final Destination. Along the way we discuss the perils of studio test screenings, the early days of dvd and most importantly Ali Larter's mid-drift. Much fun is had. So sit back and never mind that water creeping along the floor in a very unnatural pathway. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 244 - Pumpkinhead

    This episode we drag A'riel through the backwoods of Appalachia for a grim fairytale with 1988's Pumpkinhead. Along the way we talk Stan Winston, Lance Freakin' Henriksen and whether or not this is an origin story for Dave's family. Fun is hd by most. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 243 - Fright Night

    This episode we discuss the 1985 movie Fright Night. Along the way we take tours through television horror, old movie posters and just what constitutes a good Stephen King adaptation. It's a scream!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 242 - Suspiria

    On this episode we discuss the 1977 Italian horror classic Suspiria. Along the way we take detours through old issues of Fangoria magazine, the early days of video stores and Joe Bob Briggs Last Drive-In. Much fun is had and we hope you enjoy. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 241 - Re-Animator

    OctoberFest is in full bloom and this episode we cover the 1985 classic Re-Animator. Along the way we discuss strange love affairs, the secret of the ooze and what is supposed to be comedy. It's a scream!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 240 - Return of the Living Dead

    OctoberFest kicks off with the 80's classic horror/comedy Return of the Living Dead. Along the way we discuss a disturbing link to recent event, 80's female grooming habits and whether or not it's a costume or a life-style. Much fun is had and we are just getting started!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]

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    Episode 239: OctoberFest 2024 Preview

    OctoberFest 2024 is right around the corner and this episode we give you a preview of what is waiting. Enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]    

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    Episode 238 - Lost

    It's hard to believe that Lost premiered twenty years ago but its lasting legacy is still being felt on television today. So join Alan as he invites an old friend to recount the days of mysterious number sequences, buried hatches in the jungle and smoke monsters. It's going to be a trip. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 237 - Star Wars: The Prequels

    All good things must come to an end and on this episode we say goodbye to the franchise that defined our generation.  Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 236 - Fall Has Fell

    Yuri Bezmenov Interview Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 235 - Video Games

    Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 234 - Dave and Alan

    This week we celebrate...us!! We have known each other for thirty years so we decided to take walk down memory lane. All the good, bad and ugly will be slightly touched on. And Dave gets a big surprise. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Minisode - The Crow (2024)

    This is a (mostly) spoiler free review of The Crow (2024). Enjoy Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 233 - Yeah, We Went There

    Welcome to a completely different show for us. Just so you know we do get a bit political but mainly we just comment on the world. Hope you enjoy. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]  

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    Episode 232 - A'riel Returns

    After two years our favorite Millennial returns to catch up with us and it's a loooooong episode. Along the way we discuss Buffy, getting older, sobriety and that word we don't say. Go and check out her instagram for more haunted goodness. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]  

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    Episode 231 - It Can't Rain All The Time

    As July winds down we contemplate old tech, "moon bows" and just what does Dave do when he's looking up stuff on his phone. Fun is had by most Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]  

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    Episode 230 - The 90's

    This episode we are taking some time to pontificate about the last great decade, the 1990's. It's guaranteed to be a lotta fun!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Albums I Love - Episode 3: Grave Dancer's Union

    After a long hiatus Albums I Love has returned with an episode about the 1992 album Grave Dancer's Union by Soul Asylum.  Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 229 - Lazy July

    We ramble. A lot. Enjoy. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 228 - 4th of July

    Every year we take a day to celebrate America in the most American way possible: beer and fireworks!! So this episode we discuss 4th of Julys past and generally have a good time. So sit back and enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 227 - Movies of 1994

    This episode we delve into the movies released in 1994. Thirty years later what still holds up and just how bad is Forrest Gump? We discuss this and so much more. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 226 - Almost Summer

    We are back to catch up on what's been going on in our lives. Along the was there is a lot, and we mean A LOT of talk about movies and television. You will have no problems determining the Indies kids here. So sit back, relax and enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 225 - Reality Bites

    This episode we discuss the 1994 Gen X classic(?) Reality Bites. Along the way we ponder the benefits of selling out, why Troy Dyer is a complete tool and just where would our cast of characters be today. It's an existential trip through Clever Clever Land and back. So sit back, relax and remember: no one can eat fifty eggs. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]    

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    Episode 224 - 20th Anniversary Special: KILLDOZER DAY!!

    On June 4, 2004 Marvin Heemeyer took to the streets of Granby, CO and became an American icon. On this 20th anniversary of his ultimate government resistance we take a moment to remember the sacrifice he made and remind everyone that sometimes reasonable men must do unreasonable things Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]  

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    Episode 223 - Freaks and Geeks

    There are moments in television history that makes us ask. "What where they thinking canceling this show?" This week we are covering one of those shows with 1999's Freaks and Geeks. Along the way we wonder how NBC could have been so short sighted, how did they assemble such a good cast and just why is Jamie Summers Bill's goto Halloween costume? It's a good time all in all. So sit back, get your therapist on speed dial and enjoy the show!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 222 - May...Stuff

    We are back to talk about...stuff. Along the way we discuss why you shouldn't neglect your health, comic books and our thoughts on legacy rock bands. It gets weird. So sit back and enjoy the show!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 221 - Movies of 1999

    This episode we are going over the movies released in the year 1999. Along the way we find some good, some bad and some that are just unmemorable. It's a journey. So sit back and relax while we take you down that nostalgia road!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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    Episode 220 - Time Bandits

    This episode we take a look at a strange little movie fro our childhood, 1981's Time Bandits. As usual we take the scenic route through old jobs, tabletop gaming and why we don't know have video game consoles any longer. It's fun! So sit back and enjoy the ride. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]

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Pop Culture through the eyes of a couple GenXers. If you love movies, television, music and memories then this is the place for you

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