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"A modern look at our retro lifestyle." Hosts:, Anil Sharma, Josh Whittall & Rob Williams A Member of the Star Wars Commonwealth Network of podcasts. Generation X-Wing is not just a Star Wars podcast. We also take a fun look back at the pop culture that defines our generation. We cover everything:…

Generation X-Wing


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    GXW - Episode 465 - "Andor S2 & Tales of the Underworld"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 75:42


    We look back at Andor Season 2 and Tales of the Underworld.  join us live on YouTube every second Thursday.  #starwars #andor #talesoftheunderworld #livestream #podcast #genx #generationx

    GXW - Episode 464 - "Total Recall (1990)"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 85:10


    It's Movie Night and Stev3 chose the 1990 Sci-Fi Action "Total Recall". How does it hold up after 35 years?  #podcast #arnold #90smovies #genx #generationx #moviereview #arnoldSchwarzenegger #2weeks

    GXW - Episode 463 - " Glup Shitto w/ Pipsqueak"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 70:14


    Today we discuss the Star Wars phenomena known as "Glup Shitto". What is that? You have to tune in to find out. We are also joined by "Pipsqueak" Rhea.  This episode was recorded during our livestream which happens every second Thursday. Come on out and join us in the fun!   #podcast #glupshitto #starwars #andor #genx #generationx #youtube #livestream #fandom

    GXW - Episode 462 - "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 63:15


    It is Jamie's pick for Movie Night and he chose the 2005 Neo-noir black comedy crime movie "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang" in honor of Val Kilmer. #kisskissbangbang #valkilmer #RDJ #movie #moviereview #podcast #2000movies 

    GXW - Episode 461 - "May the 4th Weekend"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 73:15


    It is the May the 4th weekend and we are talkin' Star Wars all episode. Star Wars Celebration Japan Stev3 adventures in Japan The news coming out of Japan Andor Season 2 (epi 1-3) SPOILERS Check out the live stream we do every second Thursday! #starwars #SWCJ #Starwarscelebration #livestream #andor #andorseason2 #podcast #Stormtrooper #  

    GXW - Episode 460 - "What Excites Us - W/ Mike Tarkin"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 66:40


    Mike Tarkin joins us as we talk SW Celebration Tokyo, toy collecting, Andor S2, and experiencing the Minecraft Movie. #celebration #starwars #minecraft #podcast #Genx #generationx #andor

    GXW - Episode 459 - "Ronin"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 76:00


    It's Hosenose's turn for movie night and he chose the 1998 action-thriller "Ronin", staring Robert DeNiro and Jean Reno.  #moviereview #90smovies #90s #podcast 

    GXW - Episode 458 - "80s Sitcoms - Part 2"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 74:13


    It is the second half of our look back at 80s sitcoms.    Check out our live stream every second Thursday on our YouTube channel.   #80s #80stv #sitcom #genx #generationx #1980s #podcast #morkandmindy #familyties #tierlist

    GXW - Episode 457 - "The Quick and the Dead"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 74:47


    It's Rob's choice for movie night and he has chosent the 1995 Western "The Quick and the Dead" starring Sharon Stone, Gene Hackman, Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe.   Also on the show: "What Excites Us?"   #western #podcast #90smovies #90s #moviereview #sharonstone #Genehackman 

    GXW - Episode 456 - "80's Sit-Coms"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 80:26


    We discuss some of our favorite sit-coms (US and UK) from the 80s and rate them on a tier list. Don't forget to check out our live stream every second Thursday on our YouTube channel #podcast #80s #80sitcoms #80sTV #genx #generationx #livestream #elbowsup #elbowup #tierlist #cheers #nightcourt #alf #foolsandhorses #blackadder #wkrp #cosbyshow #alf #Whostheboss #Factsoflife #Taxi #Alloallo #Perfectstrangers

    GXW - Episode 455 - "Pros and CONs: Discussing Conventions" w/ Anil Sharma

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 73:43


    Anil Sharma returns and we discuss the Con going experience. From the recent FanExpo Vancouver to Celebration, we discuss some of great memories and some things we learned from going to cons. #cons #fancon #podcast #genx #generationx #cosplay #starwarscelebration #SWC #costume #ECCC #islandfancon #vancouver #elbowsup #elbowup

    GXW - Episode 454 - "Batteries Not Included"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 71:56


    It is Stev3's pick for Genius Hour and we are reviewing the 1989 sci-fi movie "Batteires Not Included". Join us as we dive into this unique movie and see if it still holds up after all these years. Also on the show...it's back... What Excites You? Wallace and Gromit Powerwashing update Severance S2 rewatching mythbusters rewtaching Daredevil rewatching Blake 7 Watching Spaced for the first time #batteriesnotincluded #amblin #spielberg #80smovies #scifi #WallaceandGromit #powerwashing #Daredevil #blake7 #spaced #generationx #genx #podcast #moviereview #elbowsup #elbowup

    GXW - Episode 543 - "Indiana Jones with Marti Matulis"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 73:13


    Marti Matulis (Vane the Pirate - Skeleton Crew/ The Mandalorian) is BACK and we sit down and chat about the the Indiana Jones franchise!  Check out Marti's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCv0RIEwWbfd7d1lKRWpIv3w  #indianajones #martimatulis #skeletoncrew #mandalorian #podcast #generationx #genx #livestream 

    GXW - Episode 452 - "Shooting the Shizim" with special appearance by Marti Matulis

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 75:14


    Stev3, Jamie and Rob just sit down and have a fun little chat.  We discuss: Silo The Penguin Helldivers Vox Mechina S3 Caseoh (YouTube) Steve Wallis and Stealth Camping (YouTube) Extra Life game streaming DnD Shizim Marti Matulis also pops by and discussing his experience on Skeleton Crew. #skeletoncrew #silo #penguin #Voxmechina #caseoh #stealthcamping #martimatulis #Extralife #podcast #generationx #genx 

    GXW - Episode 451 - "GXW vs. John Williams: Remasterd"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 65:36


    It's time for more trivia and Jamie is leading the charge with John Williams music trivia. No more messing around, no more recorder, just old fashioned "Name that tune". Who will walk away with the "Kneel Before Zod" Trophy? #music #johnwilliams #trivia #gxw #starwars #superman #et #indianajones #genx #generationx 

    GXW - Episode 450 - "Star Wars: Disney vs. Lucas"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2025 86:09


    We are celebrating not only 450 episodes, but also 10 years! So we decided to go back to our roots and discuss Star Wars. What is the true difference between The Lucas era and Disney era of Star Wars? Is the criticism of the Disney era really so bad or are people living in the past? We also recap Skeleton Crew. This recording is from our live show on our YouTube show. Please come and check us out. And don't forget to like and subscribe. #starwars #lucasfilm #georgelucas #disneyplus #skeletoncrew #podcast #generationx #genx 

    GXW - Episode 449 - "Spies Like Us"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025 70:25


    It's Jamie's choice for movie night and he chose the 1985 comedy "Spies Like Us". Does it still hold up today or should it be launched into the Siberian hinterland?   Check out our live broadcast every second Thursday on our YouTube channel!   #podcast #80smovies #80s #spieslikeus #generationx #genx #moviereview #chevychase #danakroyd 

    GXW - Episode 448 - "Interview with Marti Matulis (Vane the Pirate)"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2025 54:49


    We had the pleasure to chat with Marti Matulis (Vane the Pirate). We chatted about his work, his time on Skeleton Crew and The Mandalorian and his life outside work.   This interview with Marti Matulis was from the 501st Holiday of Hope telethon back in December. Head to our Facebook page or check out the YouTube channel for links to donate to the Starlight Foundation. #MartiMatulis #501stlegion #starlightfoundation #starwars #skeletoncrew #mandalorian #vanethepirate #interview #podcast #badguysdoinggood #disneyplus 

    GXW - Episode 447 - "War Games"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 75:42


    It's Hosenose's first pick for movie night and he has chosen the 1983 classic "War Games".  Join us as we discuss early depictions of computer technology, computer nerds, AI and pissing on spark plugs. #wargames #matthewbroderick #80s #moviereview #80smovies #generationx #genx #shallweplayagame

    GXW - Episode 446 - "GXW vs Directors"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2024 58:35


    Hosenose is hosting his first ever episode and he chose to give us some trivia on directors. Who will win the "Kneel Before Zod" trophy.    #80s #90s #trivia #genx #generationx #directors #spielberg #lucas #

    GXW - Episode 445 - "Skeleton Crew: Epi 1-2"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 70:06


    In this episode, we talk about the premiere of Skeleton Crew (Epi 1-2). We break down the characters, the story, and what we thought about this new addition to the Star Wars universe. Don't miss our takeon the first 2 episodes. Check out our live shows on our YouTube Channel! Like and subscribe! #skeletoncrew #disneyplus #tvreview #starwars #youtube #livestream Intro music: Major Tom Epic Version - Geek Music

    GXW - Episode 444 - "Jingle All The Way" w/ Dayo Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2024 74:47


    Get ready to sleigh into holiday chaos as we review "Jingle All the Way"! From Arnold Schwarzenegger's frantic hunt for Turboman to Sinbad's over-the-top antics, we're breaking down the festove frenzy and its place in Christmas movie lore. With special guest: Dayo Williams   #moviereview #90s #90smovies #christmas #jinglealltheway #schwarzenegger #sinbad #podcast #generationx #genx #millennials #christmasmovie #jingle #turboman

    GXW - Episode 443 - "Music By John Williams"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 68:16


    We discuss the Disney+ documentary "Music By John Williams" that looks back at the history of JOhn Williams and his impact not only on the movie industry but to a generation of movie goers. #movie #disneyplus #JohnWilliams #genx #generationx #podcast #review #moviereview #soundtrack

    GXW - Episode 442 - "Kingpin"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 76:33


    It is Stev3's pick for Movie Night and we are watching the 1996 sports comedy "Kingpin". How does it hold up all these years?  We also introduce a our NEWEST co-host to the podcast: Steve "Hosenose" Lewis! #moviereview "Kingpin #billmurray #bowling #90smovies #podcast 

    GXW - Episode 441 - "Excalibur"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2024 71:37


    It is Jamie's pick for movie night and we are looking back at the 1981 epic medival fantasy movie "Excalibur". We discuss this classic story and the wonderful costume design which inspired Adam Savage. Dont forget to check out our LIVE recordings every second Thursday on YouTube!

    GXW - Episode 440 - "The Movie Experience: Then vs Now"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2024 75:26


    In today's episode we look at the movie going experience: then vs now. What do we miss? What has improved over time?  This was from the live stream we did on YouTube. Check out the Generation X-Wing Podcast YouTube. #youtube #movies #80s #90s #cinema #livestream #podcast #genx #generationx 

    GXW - Episode 439 - "Signs"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 69:01


    It is Stev3's pick for movie night and we are reviewing the 2002 sci-fi thriller "Signs".  How does this movie hold up to the rest of the M. Night Shyamalan's movies?  #moviereview #signs #2000s #genx #generationx #mnightshyamalan #melgibson #tinfoilhat #alien 

    GXW - Episode 438 - "MXC - Most Extreme Elimination Challenge"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2024 76:12


    We are finally talking about one of our favorite shows from the 2000's: MXC - Most Extrrme Elimination Challenge. We dive into the history of the show as well as the original Takeshi's Castle. We also dive into a select few episodes. Don't forget to check out the livestream on our YouTube channel! #mxc #indeed #tvreview #millenial #genx #generationx #podcast 

    GXW - Episode 437 - "GXW vs Pop Culture Trivia"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 78:54


    It is trivia time again. We are joined by Steve "Hosenose" Lewis and Dan Veloso to do some trivia involving, 80s/90s popcultre, Canadiana and a Simpsons speed round.  Who will win the "Kneel Before Zod" trophy? #trivia #podcast #80s #90s #popculture #genx #generationx #simpsons #canadiana #canada #tragicallyhip

    GXW - Episode 436 - "The Wizard"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2024 84:09


    Steve "Hosenose" Lewis joins us to discuss the 1989 cult classic "The Wizard". Does this movie hold up after all these years, or is it just another blatent Nintendo commercial?   #moviereview #thewizard #nintendo #80smovies #generationx #genx #videogames #powerglove #fredsavage

    GXW - Episode 435 - "Blues Brothers"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2024 75:46


    It is Jamie's pick for movie night and we are reviewing the 1980 musical comedy "Blues Brothers". Grab your sunglasses and harmonica and let's roll! #moviereview #80s #bluesbrothers #belushi #ackroyd #SNL #comedy #podcast #genx #generationx 

    GXW - Episode 434 - "Rumble In the Bronx"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2024 62:15


    We are watching the 1995 Jackie Chan movie "Rumble In The Bronx". What did these Vancouverites think about this classic martial arts movie filmed in their backyard? Check out the live brodcast on our YouTube channel! #moviereview #jackiechan #rumbleinthebronx #vancouver #podcast #genx #generationx #martialarts 

    GXW - Episode 433 - "Escape To Victory"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2024 64:18


    It's Stev3's pick for movie night and he chose the 1981 Sports/War drama "Escape To Victory".  #moviereview #80s #80smovies #genx #generationx #michealcaine #slystallone #pele 

    GXW - Episode 432 - "Summer School" with Weird Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 68:27


    We are joined by Shannon and Scott Smith of Weird Together (YouTube) to discuss the 1987 comedy "Summer School".  Dont forget to check us out LIVE on our YouTube channel.   #summerschool #80s #80smovies #genx #generationx #weirdtogether #moviereview 

    GXW - Episode 431 - " What Excites Us - Summer 2024"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2024 78:52


    We discuss the recent Deadpool & Wolverine, The Acolyte, SDCC and some new things in The Skeleton Crew.   This was from our LIVE recording on YouTube. Check out our channel for more fun!   #acolyte #deadpool #wolverine #podcast #moviereview #SDCC #Reeyees #gran #d23 #skeletoncrew 

    GWX - Episode 430 - "The Dark Crystal"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 73:24


    Steve "Hosenose" Lewis joins us to discuss the 1982 Fantasy/Adventure "The Dark Crystal".    #moviereview #80s #Genx #generationx #darkcrystal 

    GXW - Episode 429 - "Napoleon Dynamite"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2024 85:45


    It's time for Anil's pick for Movie Night. And he chose the 2004 comedy "Napoleon Dynamite". We are also joined by Steve "Hosenose" Lewis.  This is from our YouTube LiveStream.  Don't forget to check out our youTube channel.   #livestream #moviereview #podcast #NapoleonDynamite #cannedheat

    GXW - Episode 428 - " 90's Movies Tier List - Pt. 2"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2024 73:43


    We continue our Tier List of 90's movies.   #90s #movies #podcast #genx #tierlist #moviereview

    GXW - Episode 427 - "90s Movie Tier List - Part 1"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2024 74:08


    We take a look at some classic 90s movies and rate them on the Tier List. #90s #genx #moviereview #movies #podcast #tierlist 

    GXW - Episode 426 - "Guide To Canadian Pop Culture 2"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 73:49


    Steve "Hosenose" Lewis joins us to chat about our perspective on Canadian Pop Culture: Music, Canadian Heritage Moments, CFB films and moments in history. #canada #canadaday #canadianpopculture #canadianheritagemoments #CFB #music #80s #90s #podcast #generationx #genx    

    GXW - Episode 425 - "GXW vs Canada"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 69:28


    HAPPY CANADA DAY! In today's episode, Hosenose joins us as we do Canadian Pop Culture Trivia! Let us know how you did! #canada #genx #generationx #ohcanada #podcast #trivia 

    GXW - Episode 424 - "Transformers: The Movie"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2024 76:22


    It's Jamie's choice for Movie Night and he has chose the classic "Transformers: The Movie". How does it hold up after all these years? Have you gotten over the traumatic childhood memories by now? Does the music still rock? #transformers #moviereview #80s #genx #generationx #optimusprime

    GXW - Episode 423 - "Tales of the Empire / The Acolyte #1-2"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 67:49


    We look at the "Tales of the Empire" series as well as our first impressions on "The Acolyte"

    GXW - Episode 422 - " Brain Candy" w/ Steve "Hosenose" Lewis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 79:59


    It is Rob's choice for movie night and he chose the movie "Brain Candy' with the Kids in the Hall. We are also joined by nerd extrodinare Steve "Hosenose" Lewis. We discuss the positives and negatives of the movie and also go discuss our love for the Kids in the Hall.   #kidsinthehall #braincandy #moviereview #tragicallyhip

    GXW - Episode 421 - "Alien" (1979)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2024 81:39


    Stev3 chose the classic space thriller. Why is this a movie that is a "must see" for some and a "no thank you" for others? #alien #moviereview #sigourneyweaver #generationx #podcast #genx 

    GXW - Episode 420 - "Bad Batch Season 3 finale"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2024 50:28


    We recap the last 5 episodes of the final season of Bad Batch. Was this season satisfying? #Badbatch #disneyplus #starwars #tvreview #omega #podcast

    GXW - Episode 419 - "Fallout: The Series"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2024 100:53


    We do a large look back at the Fallout Series. How does the series hold up for those who are famiiar with the game and for those who are not? #fallout #tvreview #podcast #okeydokey

    GXW - Episode 418 - "Groundhog Day"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2024 76:01


    It's Jamie's pic for movie night and he chose the 1993 Bill Murray (directed by Harold Ramis) comedy "Groundhog Day". #moviereview #groundhogday #billmurray #haroldramis #podcast #genx #generationx 

    GXW - Episode 417 - " Favorite Sidekicks"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2024 66:19


    We look at some of our favorite sidekicks in TV, movies and comics. Did we miss any? (probably) Let us know on our social media or email at generationxwingpodcast@gmail.com   #sidekicks #movies #tv #Comics #generationx #genx #retro #luigi #robin #slimer #avatar #videogames 

    GXW - Episode 416 - "8 Bit Christmas"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2024 90:28


    It's Christmas in APRIL??? Jamie and Rob are left alone today, so that means we are looking at a video game movie. So we decided on the 2021 HBO Christmas movie, "8 Bit Christmas". Is this movie a fun look at our Gen X youth or is it just a Christmas Story rip-off? #8bitchristmas #christmasstory #christmas #christmasmovie #nintendo #8bit #powerglove 

    GXW - Episode 415 - "Ghostbusters 2016"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2024 24:23


    Jamie and Rob sat down to watch the 2016 version of "Ghostbusters". How does it compare to the rest of hte franchise?  This episode can also be found on the "Ready To Believe" show on our YouTube channel. #ghostbusters #ghostbusters2016 #whoyagonnacall #moviereview #podcast #slimer 

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