Gen X Vibes

Gen X Vibes

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Gen X Vibes episodes

  • 'Toons and Spoons: Saturday Mornings, Gen X Style

    🎧 Gen X Vibes: 'Toons and Spoons - Saturday Morning Gen X Style 🥣

    Welcome to another nostalgic ride on Gen X Vibes, where we dive deep into the heart and soul of the 70s and 80s! This episode, titled "'Toons and Spoons: Saturday Morning Gen X Style," is an ode to those sacred Saturday mornings that defined our childhood.

    This episode revisits those cherished moments, exploring the rituals that made Saturday mornings a weekly festival of fun and frolic.

    📺 Cartoon Chronicles: While we touch on several iconic shows, we delve particularly into the zany world of Looney Tunes. These timeless classics introduced us to the world of classical music in the most unexpected ways and we marvel at the slapstick violence that was a hallmark of the era.

    🥣 Cereal Saga: We chat too about the sugary staples like Fruit Loops and Cocoa Puffs and share a laugh over the love-hate relationship we all had with Captain Crunch - delicious, yet notoriously known for its roof-of-the-mouth-ripping reputation.

    We didn't get to even HALF of thw shows we wanted to talk about, so we promised to return with Part Two (or more?!?!)) to continue gabbing about the animated adventures and cereal sagas that made Saturday mornings a sacred time for every Gen X kid.

    🎙️ Pour yourself a bowl of your favorite cereal, hit play, and let's journey back to those simple, joyful Saturday mornings.


    26 min
  • Lord of the Playground: Barbaric Recess Play


    Dive into the time machine with us on Gen X Vibes as we transport you back to the chaotic, exhilarating playground days of the 70s and 80s in our latest episode, "Lord of the Playground: Barbaric Recess Play.

    Remember Red Rover? That seemingly innocent game where we'd link arms and call someone over, secretly hoping to either break through the human chain or at least not get clotheslined in the process. And let's not forget the infamous metal slides – those sizzling conduits of fun that doubled as impromptu grills for your thighs on sunny days.And then there were the swings – those rickety contraptions that creaked and groaned under the weight of our ambitions. Giving someone an "underdog" was practically a rite of passage, launching them into the stratosphere (or so it felt) as we stood back and marveled at our launch skills, all while hoping the swing set would remain anchored to the earth.And the carefactor of the teachers while all this chaos went on: ZERO! So, grab your earbuds and immerse yourself in the raucous, carefree playground memories with our latest episode, "Lord of the Playground: Barbaric Recess Times." Come with us on a playful escape into the past that promises to lift your spirits and bring a smile to your face amidst the hustle and bustle of real life. Join us, and let's keep the vibe alive, together, in our little recess from reality.

    33 min
  • Record SCRRATTCHHH: Topic Change!

    Today, we leave our original episode topic idea in the dust and instead start buzzing about the upcoming Brat Pack documentary by Andrew McCarthy, dropping on June 13th. Our hosts get into some juicy discussions about the sometimes controversial pasts of these 80s icons, including Rob Lowe’s infamous scandal.

    Whether you’re a die-hard fan of "Weird Science," "Less Than Zero," or just love a good 80s throwback, this episode is packed with fun debates, hilarious memories, and that warm, fuzzy feeling of nostalgia.

    So grab your headphones and join us for a fun and candid trip down memory lane. It’s time to celebrate all things Gen X! 🎉

    👉 Tune in to "Record SCRRATTCHH - Topic Change!" on Gen X Vibes – available now on all your favorite podcast platforms! 🌟

    23 min
  • Popular 80s Cover Band: Decade 80 is in the House!

    Get the scoop on Decade 80 - how they got their start, how they pick their (rad!) 80s setlist, hopes for the future, and more! Take a listen to this delightful conversation with Justin Fisher, lead vocal AND drummer for the popular 80s cover band here in the Mid Atlantic. And keep those headbanded heads up because Justin reveals upcoming shows galore! Tune in to the Gen X Vibes podcast, and help keep the vibe alive!

    23 min
  • Elbows Off the Table: A Look at Dinnertime 70s-style

    Dive into a delightful blast from the past with "Gen X

    Vibes," where hosts Jenn Thompson and John Fitzgerald reminisce about the funky and fabulous world of 70s dinners in their latest episode, "Elbows off the Table." It's a rollercoaster ride through the tastes, traditions, and hilarious quirks of family meals back in the day, where Jello molds reigned supreme, and Velveeta cheese was the king of the kitchen. Jenn and John bring the 70s dinner scene to life, sharing tales of mandatory family gatherings at the dinner table, the legendary "Clean Plate Club," and the curious culinary choices that defined the era. They chuckle over their mom's creative dishes (canned peaches turned into decorative mice, anyone?) and the unforgettable interruptions by their weightlifting uncle during mealtime. But it's not all about the food - it's a nostalgic nod to the era's family dynamics, from pre-microwave meal prep to the cherished, if sometimes
    eccentric, dinner rituals that brought everyone together. So, hit pause on the chaos of real-life and rewind with us
    back to dinnertime in the 70s.
    Together, we can keep the vibe alive: Gen X Vibes.

    34 min
  • Cleaning out the Toy Box: A Look at Toys from the 70s

    Get your nostalgia goggles on, folks, because we're diving into "Cleaning Out the Toy Box: Toys from the 70s and 80s" on our rockin' debut episode of "Gen X Vibes!" We're Jenn and John, and we’re your time-traveling guides to the raddest toys that ever graced our shag carpets.

    We're serving up a hefty dose of the good ol' days, starting with the oh-so-questionable -Lawn Jarts, because flying metal spikes are always a great idea, right? We'll chat about the hippity hoppity horse that launched us into orbit and the Mean Green Machine, which we’d totally ride today if they made them for grown-ups.
    We're talking light brights, Easy-Bake Ovens that taught us the virtue of patience, those handheld "video games" with all the computing power of a potato, and who could forget the Big Track—a tank you could program that guzzled batteries faster than we could save our allowances.
    Come clean out the toy box with us, on this laughter -filled episode of Gen X Vibes, where we get our weekly dose of nostalgia-induced seratonin, and - as always - we keep the vibe alice: Gen X Vibes!

    25 min
  • Gen X Vibes: Podcast Intro

    Hey there, fellow Gen Xers! Welcome to Gen X Vibes, the

    ultimate podcast for anyone who's ever rocked a Walkman or sipped from a garden hose. I'm your host, Jenn, joined by my brother and co-host, John Pat. Together, we're on a mission to unite and preserve the spirit of Gen X. Each week, we dive into a different aspect of '70s and '80s culture and celebrate the music, movies, and memories that shaped our generation. So, hit pause on the chaos of real-life and rewind with us back to a simpler time when all we needed was a boombox and a mouthful of Bazooka. Together, we can keep the vibe alive: Gen X Vibes.


    9 min

About Gen X Vibes

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Welcome to Gen X Vibes, the ultimate podcast for anyone who's ever rocked a Walkman or sipped from a garden hose. I'm your host, Jenn, joined by my brother and co-host, John Pat. Together, we're on a…