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GenXGrownUp Podcast
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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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Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, LEGO Game Boy, & Pinball FX VR
Jan 2201:12:06Tap to summarizeWe reflect on the premiere of latest entry in the Star Trek franchise, get our brick on with a new LEGO set fashioned after an era-defining gaming console, & return to a highly reviewed post-apocalyptic open-world adventure game set in Sin City. (May contain some explicit language.) Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchTheme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.com Apple » itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/genxgrownup-podcast/id1268365641CastBox » castbox.fm/channel/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-id2943471?country=usPocket Casts » pca.st/8iuLAudible » amz.run/6yhRTuneIn » tunein.com/radio/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-p1020342/Spotify » spoti.fi/2TB4LR7iHeart » www.iheart.com/podcast…Amazon Music » amzn.to/33IKfEK Show Notes Startfleet Academy » youtu.be/rHDDzcyNWGs?si=4GdOHC481cSWW1Ik Bugonia » youtu.be/bd_5HcTujfc?si=m7Ey1aVRQba8JXc2 Spartacus: House of Usher » youtu.be/09l-Vwha48c?si=Pmnd2Sk–BuAwpfa Tiny TV 2 » amzn.to/4pJFgLT (affiliate) Mii Bluetooth Transmitter » amzn.to/3YuBQ4u (affiliate) LEGO Game Boy » amzn.to/49T8sv4 (affiliate) Viewfinder *(Sad Owl Studios)* » store.steampowered.com/app/1382070/Viewfinder/ Fallout New Vegas » store.steampowered.com/app/22380/Fallout_New_Vegas/ Pinball FX VR » store.steampowered.com/app/547590/Pinball_FX2_VR/ Viewfinder Live Stream » youtu.be/GLv44qmynJQ Wonder Man » youtu.be/wHuWmjXsReU?si=7SmH9w6VqMQUDR_7 The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of Merlin » youtu.be/RkmT-kZIHNU?si=z6oK3MGgDBoG6nGD Email the show » podcast@genxgrownup.com Visit us on YouTube » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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REWIND: Evel Knievel
Jan 1501:09:40Tap to summarizeIf you were a kid in the ’70s or ’80s and you ever built a little ramp in your back yard so you could do bicycle stunts, odds are pretty good you were inspired by the king of the daredevil stuntmen. In this Backtrack, we are taking an in-depth look at the life, career, and legacy of self-made death-defying superstar, the one & only, Evel Knievel! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchShop » genxgrownup.com/amazonTheme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.com Apple » itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/genxgrownup-podcast/id1268365641Google » GenXGrownUp Podcast (google.com)Pocket Casts » pca.st/8iuLStitcher » www.stitcher.com/s?fid=146720&refid=stprTuneIn » tunein.com/radio/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-p1020342/Spotify » spoti.fi/2TB4LR7iHeart » www.iheart.com/podcast…Amazon Music » amzn.to/33IKfEK Show Notes Great article about the Snake River Jump » bit.ly/3Avojer Get your own Evel Knievel Stunt Bike » amzn.to/3iSclp7 (affiliate) History of Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle toy line » www.vintagetoyemporium.com/post/evel-knievel Evel Knievel Bio » mpora.com/outsiders/evel-knievel-biography/ Some of his jumps: His Official Site » evelknievel.com/ Email the show » podcast@genxgrownup.com Visit us on YouTube » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Gauntlet (Arcade Game)
Jul 31, 2025Tap to summarizeWe’re diving deep into the dungeon to celebrate 40 years of Gauntlet, the legendary arcade game that changed the way we played together. Four players, endless enemies, and that unforgettable voice: “Wizard needs food… badly.” We explore the origins of Gauntlet, the factors that led to its critical and financial success, and how it helped pave the way for the co-op games we love today. So grab a potion, steer clear of Death, and let’s journey back to 1985. Gauntlet turns 40 – and it still rules the dungeon! (May contain some explicit language.) Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchTheme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.com Apple » itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/genxgrownup-podcast/id1268365641CastBox » castbox.fm/channel/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-id2943471?country=usPocket Casts » pca.st/8iuLAudible » amz.run/6yhRTuneIn » tunein.com/radio/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-p1020342/Spotify » spoti.fi/2TB4LR7iHeart » www.iheart.com/podcast…Amazon Music » amzn.to/33IKfEK Gauntlet | Video Game History Wiki » bit.ly/44UChsN Gauntlet Arcade Game A Comprehensive Guide to History, Gameplay, and Legacy » bit.ly/4lUUD32 Gauntlet by Design: Creating the Four-Player-at-Once Arcade Game Experience – The Strong National Museum of Play » bit.ly/46zBFdt Gauntlet: 10 Mind-Blowing Facts About The Arcade Classic » bit.ly/4fiB3v9 All The ‘Gauntlet’ Video Games, Ranked By Fans » bit.ly/4l0l4CZ Email the show » podcast@genxgrownup.com Visit us on YouTube » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sinners, Laptop Stand, & Typoman
May 15, 202501:08:23Tap to summarizeWe 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.) Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchTheme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.com Apple » itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/genxgrownup-podcast/id1268365641CastBox » castbox.fm/channel/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-id2943471?country=usPocket Casts » pca.st/8iuLAudible » amz.run/6yhRTuneIn » tunein.com/radio/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-p1020342/Spotify » spoti.fi/2TB4LR7iHeart » www.iheart.com/podcast…Amazon Music » amzn.to/33IKfEK Sinners » youtu.be/bKGxHflevuk?si=T_wh7DZ0J0cXQxbT The Luckiest Man in America » youtu.be/5Dw_pujgp5Y?si=mzdicgqyS8sNie30 Celtics City » youtu.be/8QHDwO9onJ8?si=jp7kyqweBMekNJ_A Laptop/Monitor Stand » amzn.to/4da1HFo Chuchel » store.steampowered.com/bundle/6272/CHUCHEL_Cherry_Edition/ Typoman » store.steampowered.com/app/336240/Typoman/ Typoman Live Stream » youtube.com/live/CbwuEEJA2Wc?feature=share Rick and Morty Season 8 » youtu.be/ySYnTO7leqI?si=48EK0Aa2Hx6W1kpo Karate Kid Legends » youtu.be/LhRXf-yEQqA?si=718ldrOnOMwsr9Tg SFGE – Use Promo Code: “GENXGROWNUP” » gameatl.com/ Email the show » podcast@genxgrownup.com Visit us on YouTube » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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SINGLE: Mo Delivers Jon's TV to his Mom
May 10, 202500:08:11Tap to summarizeIn this "Single," Mo remembers the time Jon asked for help moving a big-screen TV to his Mom's house. Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Website » GenXGrownUp.com Podcast » GenXGrownUp.com/pod Merchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merch Shop » genxgrownup.com/amazon Theme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.com Apple » itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/genxgrownup-podcast/id1268365641 CastBox » castbox.fm/channel/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-id2943471?country=us Pocket Casts » pca.st/8iuL TuneIn » tunein.com/radio/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-p1020342/ Spotify » spoti.fi/2TB4LR7 iHeart » www.iheart.com/podcast… Amazon Music » amzn.to/33IKfEK Email the show » podcast@genxgrownup.com Visit us on YouTube » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mad Magazine
May 8, 202501:00:48Tap to summarizeWe’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. (May contain some explicit language.) Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchTheme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.com Apple » itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/genxgrownup-podcast/id1268365641CastBox » castbox.fm/channel/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-id2943471?country=usPocket Casts » pca.st/8iuLAudible » amz.run/6yhRTuneIn » tunein.com/radio/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-p1020342/Spotify » spoti.fi/2TB4LR7iHeart » www.iheart.com/podcast…Amazon Music » amzn.to/33IKfEK A Brief History of Mad Magazine » bit.ly/4d2oOS1 The Madcap History of Mad Magazine Will Unleash Your Inner Class Clown » bit.ly/3GUqalO History of an Idiot » bit.ly/4j0st4s Spy vs Spy Wiki » bit.ly/4iOlStq 13 MAD FOLD-INS: An AL JAFFEE Tribute » bit.ly/3EUxYDD List of film spoofs in Mad » bit.ly/3EU41Uk Don Martin – Illustration History » bit.ly/4m9RPj8 Sergio Aragones » bit.ly/3Z7eang An Oral History of MADtv, the Sketch Show That Never Quite Changed » Unaired 1974 Mad TV Special » youtu.be/dUQiXGA-0Tk Email the show » podcast@genxgrownup.com Visit us on YouTube » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Adolescence, Bazarr, & Oblivion Remastered
May 1, 202501:06:48Tap to summarizeWe 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.) Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchTheme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.com Apple » itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/genxgrownup-podcast/id1268365641CastBox » castbox.fm/channel/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-id2943471?country=usPocket Casts » pca.st/8iuLAudible » amz.run/6yhRTuneIn » tunein.com/radio/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-p1020342/Spotify » spoti.fi/2TB4LR7iHeart » www.iheart.com/podcast…Amazon Music » amzn.to/33IKfEK Adolescence » youtu.be/Wk5OxqtpBR4?si=vZtSNmH9tDGrfh7S Locked » www.amazon.com/dp/B0DZ4DX8KS?tag=genxgrownup-20 Promotional Dolus Web Site (fake) » dolusofficial.com/ Digital Calipers » www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2386QN9?tag=genxgrownup-20 Unraid » unraid.net/ Oblivion Remastered » beth.games/3GycFYY JR: Buckshot Roulette (Critical Reflex) » store.steampowered.com/app/2835570/Buckshot_Roulette/ Botanicula » amanita-design.net/games/botanicula.html Thunderbolts » youtu.be/-sAOWhvheK8?si=cQlL5h8UQjuuO6D_ Love, Death, And Robots Season 4 » youtu.be/p6XL6W_7_GA?si=UMcGwjrcA7TQsyHs SFGE – Use Promo Code: “GENXGROWNUP” » gameatl.com/ Email the show » podcast@genxgrownup.com Visit us on YouTube » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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ThunderCats
Apr 24, 202501:10:51Tap to summarizeWe’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!(May contain some explicit language.)Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchTheme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.comApple » itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/genxgrownup-podcast/id1268365641CastBox » castbox.fm/channel/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-id2943471?country=usPocket Casts » pca.st/8iuLAudible » amz.run/6yhRTuneIn » tunein.com/radio/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-p1020342/Spotify » spoti.fi/2TB4LR7iHeart » www.iheart.com/podcast…Amazon Music » amzn.to/33IKfEKShow Notes ThunderCats Wiki » bit.ly/4lJFSAc ThunderCats Toys Wiki » bit.ly/448J4PK 15 Amazing Facts » bit.ly/3GhEeFJ 15 Things You NEVER KNEW About ThunderCats » bit.ly/3EDE5fn The Untold Truth of ThunderCats » youtu.be/uFtzbL5fKhU?si=JFT0gksDjPavOpGd ThunderCats Opening » youtu.be/HcGNqrAtsgg?si=_aLTaqza0zC9PTkJ The ThunderCats Sequel Was Dark, Nasty and Way Too Adult » bit.ly/4lOepxu Things About Thundercats You Only Notice As An Adult » bit.ly/4jsqOpa Email the show » podcast@genxgrownup.com Visit us on YouTube » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Death of a Unicorn, Unraid, & Void Sols
Apr 17, 202501:13:14Tap to summarizeWe 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!(May contain some explicit language.)Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchTheme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.comApple » itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/genxgrownup-podcast/id1268365641CastBox » castbox.fm/channel/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-id2943471?country=usPocket Casts » pca.st/8iuLAudible » amz.run/6yhRTuneIn » tunein.com/radio/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-p1020342/Spotify » spoti.fi/2TB4LR7iHeart » www.iheart.com/podcast…Amazon Music » amzn.to/33IKfEKShow Notes Bosch Season 3 » youtu.be/_AMVTeaNctQ?si=UOwzzF0x94mjjP5d The Woman in the Yard » youtu.be/1s-Ko4J3mWs?si=xGkYxC75ps9wk0aY Death of a Unicorn » youtu.be/9cMIarrxLGs?si=v5FSG7ULGX8OCSH5 Lego 75379 R2-D2 » amzn.to/4llBuHq (affiliate) Dual Wireless Lavalier Mics » amz.cx/3Q1q (affiliate) Unraid » unraid.net/ Assassin’s Creed Shadows » www.ubisoft.com/en-us/game/assassins-creed/shadows Void Sols » store.steampowered.com/app/2736690/Void_Sols/ Asteroids Recharged (Alan-1) » alan-1.com/ Cheech and Chong’s Last Movie » youtu.be/lVb7Xzlnmt8?si=ehVUSxuWGKOYgsVz SFGE – Use Promo Code: “GENXGROWNUP” » gameatl.com/ Andor Season 2 » youtu.be/AE4wxt70aUM?si=Sh9ARYbiENmpZLdV Email the show » podcast@genxgrownup.com Visit us on YouTube » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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We Are the World
Apr 10, 202501:09:27Tap to summarizeIn 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!(May contain some explicit language.)Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchTheme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.comApple » itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/genxgrownup-podcast/id1268365641CastBox » castbox.fm/channel/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-id2943471?country=usPocket Casts » pca.st/8iuLAudible » amz.run/6yhRTuneIn » tunein.com/radio/GenXGrownUp-Podcast-p1020342/Spotify » spoti.fi/2TB4LR7iHeart » www.iheart.com/podcast…Amazon Music » amzn.to/33IKfEKShow Notes Watch the Music Video » youtu.be/9AjkUyX0rVw?si=7yFC06NeCP8M0vLt We Are the World: 10 Things You Didn’t Know » bit.ly/41Qc0ua Watch the Greatest Night in Pop on Netflix » www.netflix.com/title/81720500 The History of the We Are The World Song » bit.ly/4iXzt2Q Lyrics » bit.ly/3EdZxY2 Lionel Richie on the continuing power of “We Are the World” – CBS News » cbsn.ws/3FZGPUy We are the World Ethiopia, Famine and U.S. Humanitarianism » bit.ly/4j4xdWQ ‘We Are the World’ at 30: 12 tales you might not know » bit.ly/4hVnVLQ ‘We Are the World’: A Minute-by-Minute Breakdown » bit.ly/4cjGtVc Email the show » podcast@genxgrownup.com Visit us on YouTube » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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