The Gen X Talk Podcast

Here comes a new presidential candidate! Hawk Tua girl has our vote! Also, MMA fighter takes two L's in one night, the humble origins of YouTube and Onlyfans, and the dangers of the playground! All this and next on today's Gen X Talk Podcast.

Life over 40 isn't all fun and games. Today, JB, Mike, and Brian talk about some of the difficult moments that they've experienced over the years. Things get rough sometimes, but we keep moving forward.

Today, we're discussing the 2024 election year. We get into Trump's legal issues, Biden's health issues, as well as some of the third party candidates.

Discussing Pride month from a liberal and conservative point of view. (Trigger warning)

TV reboots and remakes aren't inherently bad, but there are definitely reasons why some get a bad rap. Today we discuss a few of these...and things fly off the rails.

Is it a mismatch or a marvel? Dive into the ring as we break down the epic fight between legend Mike Tyson and YouTube star Jake Paul. We'll explore the hype, the history, and the impact of this clash between generations. https://www.patreon.com/genxtalkpod

Oh, it absolutely SHOULD BE! (trigger warning, obviously!) As Gen Xers, we tend to brag about our childhood, but we dealt with some really messed up stuff. It was almost normal to see older, adult men with high school girls. Grooming culture was a huge problem in our day, and we're doing what we can to stop it now, but is the woodchipper the solution to every problem? Let's discuss!

A new TikTok trend is destroying relationships across the country. Are men really more frighteneing than bears? Do the guys agree? Or will this be a brutal, back and forth round of Misty vs. Misogony? The gender war is in full swing this week on The Gen X Talk Podcast! Video Link: https://www.patreon.com/posts/gender-war-asked-103674018?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

Are your kids okay? A number of surveys have found that Gen Z or the “zoomers” are the lonliest of all generations. Is social media to blame? Also, how serious is the threat of incel culture? We discuss this and more today on The Gen X Talk Podcast.

April 20, 1999, America was changed forever. The term “mass shooting” made its way into the headlines and has been around ever since. The Columbine massacre made it clear that no one is safe, anywhere...not even children in school.

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Today, Misty, Mike, JB, and Jab discuss some of the crazy parties and wild club nights from the 90's and early 2000's. If the cops don't come to break it up, can you even call it a real party?

The Juice has expired, and we're here to talk about it. The NFL legend. The Trial of the Century. Everything OJ and more on this episode.

(Trigger Warning: Sexual Assault) We're back for Season 2 of the Gen X Talk Podcast! Today, we're welcoming Misty to the crew as we tackle the legal issues surrounding hip hop behemoth Sean "P. Diddy" Combs. We navigate through the facts, the rumors, and give our individual takes on what may be one the biggest scandals of the year.

Mike and Jab compare life as a 20 year old to life as a 40 year old. From being wild and carefree to navigating career, family, and responsibility, things are certainly not the same.

The taboos of the past are the norms of today. Tattoos, body art, and facial/body hair are all normal now.

Most of us learned how to fix our cars simply because they broke down ALL THE TIME! The cars of the 80's and 90's were among the worst ever built. Change my mind.

Today, we're discussing everything from Star Wars, to Transformers, to Voltron.

Deion is back! Today we're talking about the new head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes. How is he doing? Will his style work? Is swagger his secret weapon, or will it be his downfall?

Tonight, we're all over Oliver Anthony's viral hit. What does it mean? Do we agree with the sentiment? Do you? Join us for a full breakdown and much more! 00:55 Jab Represents the Eagles 01:51 Coach Prime 04:00 Krayzie Bone Hospitalized 07:25 Rich Men North of Richmond Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Co5jV41WUdE

Jab, JB and Mike discuss following your dreams with actress Sheran Goodspeed Keyton. Should a 40-50 something year old Generation X person keep striving to reach their goals? if so, how do you keep the dream alive at an older age? Sheran gives good insight as we deep-dive into her mindset as an ambitious actress and producer, community activist and full opera director! Full Video at patreon.com/genxtalkpod

Let's Eat: Fire in Hawaii, War is good for business 5:40 - Darn kids have no respect 32:20 - When you imagine your parents, how old are they? 43:00 - Everyone is an influencer! Video Link: https://youtu.be/ZgvhZbaCQYY?si=IRIFFapmZlCgTdEI

Let's Eat- Mrs. Dipsworth, Shannon Sharpe/Bayliss or Stephen A. Smith? 7:15 - A brief discussion on stereotypes, and shoutout to Jon and Tracy. 10:40- The first day of school: How things were when we were in school vs. how things are today. 19:50- Working from home has its "benefits". Video Link: youtube.com/@genxtalkpod For more info on Mrs. Dipsworth see https://www.mrsdipsworth.com

More to come

Let's Eat: Spence vs. Crawford 4:20 Barbie The Movie 24:00 It's a Man's World Video Link: https://youtu.be/UJUJJSZMP7g

A discussion with Licensed Professional Counselor Mary Susan Lyons, M.S. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mary-susan-lyons-dallas-tx/962098 Full Video at patreon.com/genxtalkpod (Join for FREE!)

A discussion with Licensed Professional Counselor Mary Susan Lyons, M.S. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mary-susan-lyons-dallas-tx/962098 Full Video at patreon.com/genxtalkpod (Join for FREE!)

Sex and reproduction was the entire identity of the baby boomers. But in OUR generation, sex became deadly. Full Video at patreon.com/genxtalkpod (Join for FREE!)

Today we're discussing leadership and how it pertains to relationships. Full Video at patreon.com/genxtalkpod (Join for FREE!)

The Pandemic was like nothing we have ever experienced before. It literally changed lives forever. Today, we discuss how it affected Gen X and why we may have been better equipped than anyone else to deal with it. Full Video at patreon.com/genxtalkpod (Join for FREE!)

Remember when MTV was all about the music? Do your remember VH1 or The Box? Today, we take a dive into the days when video killed the radio star! Full Video at patreon.com/genxtalkpod (Join for FREE!)

Join us as we explore the ever growing obesity crisis in America. Also, we discuss fat shaming and the new culture of "fat glorification". Thanks to Misti for joining us and sharing her story for this episode

We were there when it all began, the rise of "gangsta rap" but is it really responsible for the rise of violence and crime in the inner city, or is there more to it?

From Bo Jackson to Michael Jordan, we're discussing some of our favorite sports legends and who we idolized growing up! Who were YOUR favorite athletes of the 80's and 90's? Full Video at patreon.com/genxtalkpod (Join for FREE!)

How does TV from our youth differ from TV today? What were we allowed to say and do then that we can't now? and what can we do today that we couldn't back then? Full Video at patreon.com/genxtalkpod (Join for FREE!)

CONTENT WARNING - Bullying is real, no doubt, but are we getting to the point where we call everything bullying? Are people too sensitive? Full Video at patreon.com/genxtalkpod (Join for FREE!)

What was your first job? How was the work? The pay? JB, Jab, and Mike discuss their early work like and how those experiences helped them become who they are today... for better or worse.

Spare the rod, spoil the child? The guys discuss corporal punishment aka spankings aka ass-whoopins and whether or not they are a viable form of discipline today. Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMEf_GWtRsY&t=10s

Meeting girls from different schools, gang encounters, run ins with the law, playing arcade games until you pass out, and all of the awesome restaurants in the food court. In the 1990's, the mall was the place to be! Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wUIzKp1FgM&list=PLND6_kGRrGZNLWV1S6y9X69yF0klRD2bM