Gen-Xpertise

Jazz is a uniquely American artform. It is a sound born from Black genius, shaped in struggle, and lifted by improvisation and freedom. It's the music that taught the world how to swing, how to break rules, and how to turn emotion into art. More than a genre, jazz is a mirror of America's story: bold, resilient, innovative, and always evolving. In this episode, Maine and Rance discuss the history of Jazz and its influence. Starting in New Orleans and borrowing from Ragtime and The Blues, jazz would go on to heavily influence other genres of contemporary music including R&B and Hip Hop. 

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What if you knew you only had 24 hours to live? What would you do first? Who would you want to talk to?  Where would you want to go? Maine and Rance answer these questions and a lot more. We discuss the mindset of a person who knows they have such a short amount of time left. We explore the implications to family and friends, as well as the importance of cherishing the time and being more intentional about relationships.  

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After Episode 5 "Ain't Nothing But A Gen-X Thang", we got quite a few requests to do a follow up to the nostalgic trip down memory lane.  So, in this episode, we do it again.  Join us as we reminisce about the evolution of the hip hop mixtape, vintage toys, 80s fashion and much more.  

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For some, Halloween is their favorite holiday, filled with great memories and unforgettable experiences.  For others, it may just be a proverbial speed bump on the way to Thanksgiving and Christmas season. Still others fall somewhere in between.  In this episode, we discuss some of our favorite and least favorite things about Halloween.  We reminisce on childhood memories including our favorite candy, costumes, and scary movies. Check out this episode and see if we trigger any of the memories that made you laugh or maybe even scream :) 

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Gen-Xers, do you remember "Reading Is Fundamental (RIF)"?  How about "Reading Rainbow"?  We had a lot of reminders growing up of the importance of reading.  So far, most of the Gen-Xpertise podcast episodes have included a reference to a book, a movie or both. On this episode, we decided to turn it up a notch. We're sharing our thoughts on a few books we've read that have had a significant impact on us and provided lessons that we hope you can incorporate into your own lives. What are some books that you'll never forget? Have you read any books that changed your mindset, helped you through a difficult challenge or just brought you joy?

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Welcome to episode 10 of The Gen-Xpertise Podcast! Ten episodes feels special like a mini milestone. In this episode, we offer basic principles we think everyone should consider and try to incorporate into their own lives. We offer varied perspectives on everything from managing stress to the importance of keeping your dreams alive. What are some guiding principles you live by? 

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Have you ever considered what your life would be like if you could go back in time and change things? Are there any mistakes or bad decisions you wish you could correct? What would be some of the impacts and consequences of changing your past?  In this episode we discuss our thoughts on the matter.  We talk through a few of the decisions that we've made that put our lives on a certain trajectory.  We also consider that there are valuable lessons that can only be learned by making mistakes. 

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In this episode Maine and Rance discuss the importance of being a "lifelong learner".  We touch on some of the positive results that come from dedicating time and energy to the pursuit of knowledge. Whether it is an investment in new skills or a purely academic pursuit, we believe there is no such thing as wasted knowledge.  It's especially important in this information age to be intentional about learning new things and putting that knowledge to practical use. As usual, we slip in a couple of book and movie references that we hope you find interesting and helpful. 

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What is the common thread between the 1992 film "Juice" and George Orwell's novel "1984"?  Good question.  Find out as Maine and Rance do their first in depth analysis of a movie that was impactful to Gen-Xers.  In addition to Juice, there are also a few honorable mentions you'll recognize.  This conversation examines how the influence of media may not always align with the creator's originally intent. 

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This time it's personal!  On this episode Maine and Rance each share real life experiences that shaped us into the people we are today. We swap stories on some of the moments and people that impacted each of us over the years. Everyone has points in their lives that either set them on a particular path, changed their perspective or provided a valuable lesson.  We invite you to sit in on the conversation and reflect on some of the pivotal moments in your own life. 

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