GenX Journeys
Welcome to GenX Journeys, the podcast that celebrates reinvention, resilience, and the unstoppable spirit of Generation X! šøš„ Formerly known as Journey of the Rhode Runner and Inspiring Journeys, this evolution reflects the path so many of us are onārediscovering our passions, rewriting our stories, and proving that itās never too late to thrive. Each week, we bring you: š Wednesdays ā New episodes of GenX Journeys, featuring inspiring conversations with thought leaders, athletes, entertainers, and everyday warriors who embody the GenX mindset: work hard, play hard, and never stop growing. š Thursdays ā Throwback Thursdays, where we revisit classic episodes from Return to the '80sāa nostalgic deep dive into the movies, music, and pop culture that shaped us. š Fridays ā Power Surge, a short, high-energy dose of inspiration to fuel your mindset and keep you moving forward. Each episode begins with a heartfelt tribute to a fallen hero, honoring the mission of 22 Too Many. Because the best part of your story? Itās still being written. š¤ Hosted by Paul Stroessner, runner, writer, pop culture enthusiast, and proud GenXer on a mission to inspire. #GenXJourneys #NeverTooLate #ThrowbackMeetsFuture #Reinvention #NostalgiaAndGrowth
Episodes
This week weāre flashing back to June 25, 2020, when Del Roehling and I revisited one of the greatest sequels of all time ā Aliens (1986).
Back then, I had just wrapped up a tough semester in my masterās program for Creative Writing, and like so many of us, I was stuck at home during lockdown. Del and I took the opportunity to...
Weāre rewinding to April 2020 for a fun and fiery discussion with the Return to the ā80s Brat PackāLizzie Newton, Del Roehling, and meāas we take on the 1985 Brat Pack classic St. Elmoās Fire.
Recorded in the middle of lockdown, this episode is full of laughs, unexpected takes, and a whole lo...
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Originally aired: April 12, 2019
š§ Guest: Lizzie Newton (from Liz Laugh Cry)
This week on Return to the ā80s, weāre throwing it back to one of our most fun and unfiltered episodes ā the wild ride that is Netflixās
In this monthās GenX Book Club, Paul Stroessner, Suzanne Mattaboni, and Del Roehling dive into Michael Koreskyās heartfelt memoir-meets-film-critique, Films of Endearment: A Mother, a Son, and the ā80s Films That Defined Us.
Koresky revisits ten female-driven films of the 1980s with his mother, using them as a lens to explore f...
Originally released: April 13, 2017
In this special Throwback Thursday episode, Paul and Robert are joined by the legendary Doug McCoyāhost of the now-retired McCoyCast podcast network, which included shows like Never Seen It, Crazy Creepy Cool Movies, and Read more
In this deeply inspiring episode, Paul is joined by spiritual guide, author, and former Goldman Sachs VP Neal Bakshi, whose bold journey from Wall Street to worldwide healing retreats embodies everything GenX Journeys stands for: reinvention, purpose, and soul alignment.
š» After narrowly recovering from a laptop disaster (...
Get ready to crank up the volume and rewind the tape as GenX Journeys joins forces with The Long Rewind for an epic crossover episode all about ā80s Movie Soundtracks!
This is Paulās first official crossover epis...
In this episode, weāre joined by the wonderfully multi-talented Laura Lee, author of Saturnās Favorite Music. Lauraās creative path has been as eclectic as her writing: sheās the author of 21 books across biography, humorous reference, fiction, and childrenās literature, and has worked as a professional mime, improvisati...
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Originally aired: February 23, 2017
š§ Episode (Turn It Up to) 11 ofĀ Return to the '80s
Today weāre cranking the volume all the way up to eleven as we revisit one of the most iconic and hilarious cult classics of the ā80sāThis Is Spinal Tap!
Weāre breaking all the rulesāand talking about Fight Club. Paul is joined by author and returning guest Suzanne Mattaboni for a deep dive into Chuck Palahniukās cult classic novel (and the iconic 1999 film adaptation by David Fincher).
šø Bon Jovi, Big Hair, and Our First Guest Ever!
Originally aired: December 1, 2016 on Return to the '80s
This Return to the ā80s classic is one for the time capsule! Join Paul and Robert as they welcome their very first guestāScott Compton, host of the now-re...
In this soul-stirring episode of GenX Journeys, Paul sits down with singer-songwriter and worship leader Cynthia Lok to talk about the power of music, faith, and rediscovery.
š« Cynthia opens up about the defining moment that reignited her spiritual journeyāand how that path led her into...
Originally aired: March 15, 2019 on Return to the '80s
This week on GenX Journeys Throwback Thursday, weāre revisiting a gem from the Return to the '80s archivesāmy incredible conversation with film critic and author Helen OāHara!
Hosts: Paul Stroessner & Suzanne Mattaboni
In this episode of the GenX Book Club, Paul is joined by fellow GenX writer Suzanne Mattaboni (Once in a Lifetime) for a heartfelt, honest, and occasionally hilarious discussion aboutĀ The Perks of Being a WallflowerāStephen Ch...
š Originally aired: December 13, 2016
šļø Hosted by Paul Stroessner | Co-host: Robert Mishou | Special Guest: Jim Vilk
Weāre revving up the nostalgia machine and heading full throttle into the golden age of TV introsāthe action-pac...
Episode Title: ā80s Sitcom Theme Songs (Originally aired: Oct 13, 2016)
Cohost: Paul Stroessner & Robert Mishou
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We're cranking the dial ...
This week on GenX Journeys, Iām officially hitting the pavementāagain.
After months of knowing it was coming, I finally pulled the trigger and signed up for the 50th Marine Corps Marathon. But hereās the thing: even though I knew I was going to do it, something
šļø Throwback Thursday ā My Backstage Interview with Rubix Kube + Steve Brown & PJ Farley of Trixter!
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Originally recorded: April 21, 2018 | š§ First aired: April 28, 2018
This may just be my favorite interview ever.
šļø Throwback Thursday ā The Breakfast Club (with Lizzie Newton)
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Originally aired: May 10, 2019
š§ Re-released: April 11, 2025
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