In this nostalgic yet hilarious episode of Collective Loathing, three proud Gen Xers recount their unique take on New Year's traditions, from childhood memories to the wild partying phases, and the quieter days now. The guys also delve into outrageous and bizarre stories, such as the time a fart halted an airplane and the infamous case of "cupcakes" that horrified a community. Always keeping it real, they don't shy away from discussing everything from public fart etiquette to weird food truck experiences. Get ready for a blend of humor, cynicism, and pure Gen X grit as they welcome in 2025. 00:00 Introduction to Collective Loathing 01:41 Meet the Hosts 02:02 New Year Banter 03:55 Memorable New Year's Eves 04:41 Voicemail Debates 06:17 Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie? 09:40 Dementia and Death Pool 12:41 Ricky Henderson Stories 18:38 Weird News of the Week 23:17 Air Travel Woes 32:10 Disturbing Revelations 33:09 Legal and Moral Implications 33:59 School Procedures and Reactions 37:23 New Year's Eve Traditions 38:23 Memorable New Year's Celebrations 43:13 Food Trucks and Racial Profiling 47:44 New Year's Resolutions and Reflections 51:49 Holiday Breaks and School Schedules 01:02:22 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off