GenXGrownUp Podcast
Generation X. If you grew up in the 1970s, 1980s, and early 1990s, you know just how cool it was to be a kid back then. We had the greatest music, movies, games, technology, and pop culture of any generation, and though we've grown older, we have refused to outgrow our love of everything GenX. GenXGrownUp looks at yesterday and today through the eyes of Generation X'ers who have refused to grow up!
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June 12, 2025 • 67 mins
We didn’t know it at the time, but as Generation X kids, we were among the last to enjoy a childhood that gave us a deep sense of independence and autonomy. Everything from the proliferation of technology to changes in media and politics have forever changed that for modern generations, but in this Backtrack, we remember and discuss the singular experience of growing as a GenX kid.
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June 7, 2025 • 35 mins
Dan Kitchen’s decades-long career in video game development has brought countless joy to millions, and his latest masterpiece, Casey’s Gold from Audacity Games, continues that legacy. In this exclusive interview, Dan recounts his early days in the business, his time with Activison, the storied career since then, and of course, his current work with David Crane and his brother Garry at Audacity Games.
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June 5, 2025 • 54 mins
As a kid playing outside with our friends, when we heard that tinny, out-of-tune rendition of “twinkle twinkle little star”, we knew we were in for a treat. It meant the Ice Cream Truck was not far away! In this episode, we remember that shared Ice Cream Truck experience from growing up Generation X.
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May 29, 2025 • 77 mins
It’s mid-June, school is letting out for the summer, and youngsters will be filling their next few weeks with warm-weather activities. In this episode, we remember how we spent our summer months growing up as Generation X kids!
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May 22, 2025 • 54 mins
We turn the dial back to 1981 to explore one of the most ambitious and mysterious board games of its time. A fantasy adventure powered by a mechanical, electronic tower at the center of the board, this game combined strategy, storytelling, and a touch of eerie 80s tech magic. Whether you owned it, envied it, or just heard legends, get ready as we unlock the secrets behind the Dark Tower.
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May 15, 2025 • 68 mins
We head to the theatre for the new horror film set in 1936 Mississippi, spend some quality time with a popular ’80s console, and play a comedy adventure game full of puzzles, challenges, and charm!
(May contain some explicit language.)
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May 10, 2025 • 8 mins
In this "Single," Mo remembers the time Jon asked for help moving a big-screen TV to his Mom's house.
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May 8, 2025 • 60 mins
We’re flipping through the pages of Mad Magazine! This legendary satirical publication warped young minds, skewered sacred cows, and helped define American humor for generations. From Alfred E. Neuman’s toothy grin to the fearless parodies that ruffled feathers and cracked us up, we’re exploring how Mad became a cultural institution, and why its influence still matters today.
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May 1, 2025 • 66 mins
We watch the latest episodes from a video game classic turned small-screen series, marvel at the precision technology packed into a cheap measuring gadget and play the remastered edition of a nearly 20-year-old Bethesda RPG that promises to breathe new life into the established title.
(May contain some explicit language.)
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April 24, 2025 • 70 mins
We’re pouncing into the world of blazing swords, ancient prophecies, and feline warriors. Whether you grew up watching Lion-O lead the charge on Third Earth or you’re just curious about why this ‘80s classic still roars with fans today, we’ve got you covered. From Mumm-Ra’s spooky transformations to that unforgettable theme song. Get ready to revisit the animated world of the ThunderCats!
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April 17, 2025 • 73 mins
We hit the theatres for a film about the accidental death of a mythical horned steed, revisit a popular data storage solution to help keep all your digital property safe, and press start on a gorgeous new arcade cabinet evolved from an Atari classic!
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April 10, 2025 • 69 mins
In 1985, a group of the biggest music stars on the planet came together for one night to record a song that would make history. The powerful anthem they produced raised millions for famine relief & proved that music can truly change the world. In this Backtrack, we’re traveling back forty years explore the history and legacy of the song that saved lives, We Are the World!
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April 3, 2025 • 66 mins
We watch a British TV series that challenges some of the funniest comics to keep a straight face, bust out the bricks for for an adorable Star Wars icon you can construct with LEGO, and we “break out” Atari’s latest reimagining of its ball-and-paddle arcade classic!
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March 27, 2025 • 64 mins
It’s common knowledge that our GenX youth was a free-range childhood – leaving the house & the morning and back before dark. As we spent our unsupervised days roaming the neighborhood, our modes of personal transportation were as varied as they were awesome. From Big Wheels & bicycles to go-karts & skateboards — in this Backtrack, we’re hitting the road and remembering all the ways we got around as kids!
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March 20, 2025 • 74 mins
We watch the newest entry in the big-screen Marvel Cinematic Universe, check out a vintage electronic game where you’re a caveman stealing eggs from a dinosaur, and play a maddeningly cute cooperative multiplayer game featuring a pair of mountain-climbing penguins!
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March 13, 2025 • 70 mins
These days, a phone is a super-computer in your pocket, but growing up GenX, it was an appliance plugged into the wall. But like today, we still found a way to use the phone for our entertainment. From 900 numbers to party lines; Moviefone to prank calling – we made our own fun. In this Backtrack, we remember all the ways we used to make our own fun with the home telephone.
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March 6, 2025 • 58 mins
We head to the theatre for the new film based on a short story by Stephen King, install a productivity browser extension that will change the way you view, download, and convert website images, & play a gruesome third-person horde shooter that pits you against waves of brain-thirsty zombies!
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March 1, 2025 • 11 mins
In this "Single," Jon reminisces about how he first met and became friends with Mo.
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February 27, 2025 • 61 mins
Forty years ago, Whitney Houston released her debut album that introduced the world to one of the most legendary voices of all time. With chart-topping hits like *”Saving All My Love for You,” “How Will I Know,” and “Greatest Love of All,” this album wasn’t just a success, it was a cultural moment. In this episode, we walk through the album track by track and explore how Whitney’s powerhouse vocals set the stage for a career that w...
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February 20, 2025 • 70 mins
We watch a new series about a secret service agent investigating murder in a seemingly peaceful community, check out a Plex companion app to enrich the media discovery experience, & play a turn-based strategy game spanning the entirety of human history.
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