GenX Rewind Podcast - Episode 1-15

Disconnect of Information and PropagandaEvan and Brady discussed the disconnect of information in the world, particularly regarding political and social issues. They agreed that people have become more argumentative and less able to agree on basic rights and wrongs. They also touched on the topic of financial markets, with Evan emphasizing that losses in the stock market are not real unless one is an idiot and sells. They also discussed the issue of propaganda and the influence of media on people's beliefs. Lastly, they talked about the Disney movie that tanked, attributing its failure to the star's political views and the use of CGI dwarfs, which offended little people.Generational Differences and Government CriticismEvan and Brady discuss various topics, including the Masters golf tournament's artificial atmosphere and the Saturday Night Live skit about NPR. They then talk about Brady's daughters showing their podcast to friends on a bus, leading to a conversation about generational differences. The discussion shifts to criticizing government inefficiency and fraud, with both expressing frustration over the handling of social security and taxes. They mention the Department of Homeland Security's recent efforts to uncover fraud and suggest that a flat tax and personal social security accounts could be more beneficial for individuals.Historical Alterations and Technological AdvancementsIn the meeting, Evan and Brady discussed the potential consequences of altering historical events, such as preventing the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. They also touched on the idea of Hitler possibly still alive in Argentina, referencing a CIA report from 1955. The conversation then shifted to the rapid advancement of technology and society, with Evan expressing difficulty in comprehending the time gap between historical events and current times. The conversation ended with Evan posing three questions to Brady.Childhood Books and Classic LiteratureEvan and Brady discussed their favorite childhood books. Brady mentioned Mark Twain's Huckleberry Finn and Uncle Wiggly, while Evan shared his fondness for Alive, The Lincoln Conspiracy, and Trumpet of the Swans. They also discussed the importance of reading classic literature and the decline of such works in modern education.Elementary School Playground Equipment and RecessEvan and Brady reminisce about their elementary school experiences, particularly focusing on playground equipment and recess activities. They discuss the disappearance of jungle gyms due to safety concerns and lawsuits, and compare the longer recess times they had as children to the shorter breaks given to students today. The conversation touches on various outdoor activities they enjoyed, including playing soccer, hockey, and participating in the Presidential Fitness program, which they suggest should be brought back to encourage physical fitness among students.Evan and Brady's Childhood PreferencesIn the meeting, Evan and Brady discussed their preferences between living in China or Russia, with Evan expressing a preference for Russia due to perceived greater rights. They also discussed their opinions on Disney's impact on the Star Wars franchise, with Evan expressing disappointment in the recent movies. Lastly, they reminisced about their favorite board games and movies from their childhood, with Evan mentioning games like Rook and Tank Battle, and movies like The Poseidon Adventure.Evan's New Book: Gen. X LifeEvan promoted his new book, "Hindsight: A Gen. X Life," which is available in paperback, hardcover, and Kindle formats. He shared that the book is a collection of four stories from different periods of his life, and he hopes readers will relate to the Gen. X experiences and emotions described. Evan also mentioned that the book is available on Amazon and will soon be on Google. He encouraged listeners to purchase the book and share their feedback.