Between the Lines: Honest Talk Across Generations

Between the Lines: Honest Talk Across Generations

In a noisy world, what’s not being said matters most. Between the Lines is a space for honest dialogue between generations, where a Gen X dad and his Gen Z daughter explore how communication has changed, and what we risk losing when everything becomes performance. Come for the clarity. Stay for the silence.

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July 20, 2025 20 mins

In this episode, Steve and Sarah host long-time family friend Amy, a third-grade teacher, and discuss the significant changes in communication and behavior among children over the past 25 years. They explore how technology has impacted social skills, the importance of building trust in the classroom, and the role of parents in fostering communication. The conversation highlights the challenges children face in expressing themselves...

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In this episode of 'Between the Lines', hosts Steve and Sarah delve into the intricate nature of trust, exploring its significance in relationships and the challenges of rebuilding it once broken. They share personal anecdotes and insights on authenticity, the importance of sincere apologies, and the complexities of trust dynamics across generations. The conversation emphasizes that while trust can be easily shattered, restoring it...

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In Episode 2, we take a hard look at the growing pressure to perform—online, in relationships, even in everyday conversation. A father and daughter unpack what it means to curate yourself instead of simply showing up, and how this performance mindset erodes trust, connection, and authenticity.

They ask: When did being real start to feel risky? And is it possible to break the habit of always being “on”?

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In the debut episode of Between the Lines, a Gen X father and his Gen Z daughter explore why communication between generations feels broken. From texting vs. talking to the collapse of unspoken social rules, they unpack what’s changed in the way we speak, listen, and connect—and what we’ve lost in the process.

Whether you’re a parent, a young adult, or just someone trying to have more honest conversations, this episode offers a thou...

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