Podcasts about gen x

Cathy and Todd discuss Teen Wolf for Movies We Love and Love to Make Fun Of month, the 1985 werewolf-basketball classic that turned a barely-known Michael J. Fox into a star just months after Back to the Future changed his life. They discuss the movie's best and strangest moments from Stiles's party-hosting mastery to Boof simply refusing to take no for an answer, and get into what the wolf actually represents: a metaphor for suddenly gaining power and having to learn how to handle it responsibly. They count down their 10 best Gen X high school party scenes in movie history and break down the infamous end-credits clip that wasn't even supposed to make it into the film.

John Alan Schwartz's Faces of Death Few films have live in the minds and memories of Gen X like 1978s Faces of Death. Presented as a documentary examining the fears, fascinations, and cult surrounding death and dying, John Alan Schwartz's film is a controversial and legendary exploitation classic. A film that was famously "Banned in 46 Countries" (a claim that is dubious, at best), Faces of Death was a taboo adolescent rite of passage that was talked about and sworn to (a documentary of real and violent footage) throughout cafeterias and playgrounds across the United States. Almost fifty years later it is clear and documented that much of the film is staged scenes and violent re-enactments. A VHS series best seller that scattered video stores with other "legendary" titles such as The Last House on the Left, The Hills Have Eyes, It Lives & It Lives Again, and I Spit on Your Grave AKA Day of the Woman, FoD lives rent free in our memories featuring images of dog fights, alligator attacks, and - probably most famously - an electrocution and the infamous monkey brain scene. Arguably the film that popularized shockumentaries, Faces of Death (and the memories we have of said film) speaks volumes to the culture. Take a listen as we reminisce and examine the impact of this "video nasty" classic. Questions, Comments, Complaints, & Suggestions can be directed to gondoramos@yahoo.com - Our Continued Love and Thanks.   For those of you who would like to donate to this undying labor of love, you can do so with a contribution at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/watchrickramos - Anything and Everything is appreciated, You Cheap Bastards.

Season 8 Premiere! Simple math would suggest that an out-of-control Jack Black, combined with spoiled know-it-all kids, and an added element of rock music, would equal a loud, patience-testing moviegoing experience. But back in 2003, the result of the film School of Rock was big numbers at the box office. But now, decades later, is this comedy still music to our ears? How many instrument-playing kids is too many? And, has Joan Cusack ever given a bad performance? The Old Roommates head back to school to discuss this Mike White written smash. Hop on the bus and join them.Follow Old Roommates on social media @OldRoommates for bonus content and please give us a rating or review!#SchoolofRock #SarahSilverman #JackBlack #MikeWhite #JoanCusack

Welcome to another episode of Beats Vines & Life, where we blend the soundtrack of Gen X culture with stories from the heart of American wine country. This time, the conversation focused on the Great American Wine Tour—a journey crisscrossing Napa, Willamette, the Finger Lakes, Texas Hill Country, Virginia, and beyond to uncover the most remarkable wines made right here in the USA.One concept discussed was the uniquely American spirit of winemaking—a landscape not bound by centuries-old European traditions but shaped by innovation, passion, and diverse backgrounds. The discussion explored the personal stories, the craft, and the people behind iconic wineries like Silver Oak, Rombauer, Seghesio, and the up-and-coming Gagnon & Kennedy, spotlighting how American winemakers pave their own paths and redefine what excellence looks (and tastes) like.A key theme that emerged was wine as the great connector: a bridge between music, lifestyle, and community, and a medium for conversation, discovery, and shared experience. The episode delved into everything from wine criticism and the meaning of authenticity, to the playful rivalry over pork roll in New Jersey, and the essential truth that wine should be approachable, fun, and—above all—a source of joy.So pour a glass, settle in, and get ready to meet the people and hear the stories behind the bottles that are transforming the American wine landscape—no pretense, just great conversation, a bit of humor, a lot of heart, and a soundtrack only Gen X could curate.Watch The Great American Wine Tour on YouTube click the link!Follow Keith on IG!Follow VinePair on IG!____________________________________________________________Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers! Grenache Fest is BACK!!! Grenache Fest is coming to Waitsburg, Washington, bringing with it a focused, celebratory spotlight on one of the world's most important and expressive grapes. This year, we will start with a blind tasting seminar hosted by MJ Towler, Chauncey Arkfeld, and Michael Alberty, followed by smaller breakout sessions across town.Subscribe and give Beats Vines and Life a five-star review on whichever platform you listen to.For insider info from MJ and exclusive content from the show, sign up at blackwineguy.comFollow MJ @blackwineguyFollow Beats Vines and Life @beatsvinesandlifeFollow Totally Biased Wine Reviews on IGSign up for Totally Biased Wine ReviewsThank you to our sponsor, GrenacheFest. The Third Grenache Festival will be held on November 7th, 2026 in Waitsburg, Washington. It will feature a blind tasting seminar, followed by three breakout sessions and, of course, live music, food, plenty of Grenache wines, and tons of fun.For more information, go to GrenacheFestFollow GrenacheFest on IG GrenacheFest Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt and Eric, bursting with fruit flavor, have a lengthy chat about 1994's REALITY BITES - Ben Stiller's Gen-X time capsule, starring Winona Ryder and Ethan Hawke, that doesn't quite know what it wants to be...much like Gen-X?

What changes as we get older? Maybe it's less about becoming a completely different person and more about getting clearer on what actually deserves our time.In this Sunday episode of Casa DeConfidence, Julie and Dan are back at the microphones for one of their candid conversations about marriage, midlife, getting older, changing priorities, and creating a life you actually enjoy.It starts, as many Casa conversations do, somewhere unexpected: Julie announces a new bucket-list dream of taking on the Mongol Rally, a wild, choose-your-own-adventure journey across thousands of miles. That leads Dan to ask a bigger question: What mattered to us in our 20s that doesn't matter nearly as much now?And what have we learned along the way?Dan shares something he wishes he had understood sooner: in his 20s, he didn't fully understand the power of saying no. Later, he had to learn the power of saying yes. Now, in midlife, he recognizes that a good life requires both.Julie and Dan talk about what it means to trust yourself enough to make your own decisions, how our priorities shift as we age, why some opportunities are worth saying yes to, and why we don't have to do everything ourselves.They also get into the very real stuff of everyday life: simplifying dinner when life gets busy, Julie's upcoming trip to Key West for the annual Jimmy Buffett celebration, adventures with their three senior dogs, the never-ending bathroom remodel, and why sometimes the best decision you can make is eating pizza outside on a beautiful New England evening.Because some things in life are fleeting.Maybe living confidently isn't always about chasing the next accomplishment. Sometimes it's knowing what matters, saying no to what doesn't, saying yes to what does, and giving yourself permission to enjoy it without guilt.In This Episode:How priorities change as we get olderWhat we would tell our younger selves about lifeThe power of saying no without guiltWhy learning to say yes matters just as muchCreating a bucket list and choosing new adventuresWhy midlife can bring greater clarity about what really mattersLetting go of the pressure to do everything yourselfMaking intentional choices about your time and energyWhy ordinary moments can become some of the best parts of lifeJulie's upcoming Key West adventure celebrating Jimmy BuffettMarriage, aging, senior dogs, home renovations, and plenty of Casa DeConfidence banterA Question for YouThink about who you were at 21 or 25.What mattered enormously to you then that you don't care nearly as much about today? And what matters to you now that your younger self never would have understood?We'd love to hear your answer.If this episode makes you laugh, think, or reconsider what deserves a yes or a no in your own life, share it with someone who might need the same reminder.And remember: pick one thing you enjoy and do it guiltlessly.Go confidently in the direction of your dreams, make some brave moves, and leave people and the planet better than you found them.I want to hear your thoughts about the show and this episode. Text us here...Support the showCasa De Confidence is a podcast for women navigating midlife reinvention, entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal growth. Hosted by Julie DeLucca-Collins, the show explores confidence, sustainable business success, visibility, authority building, and aligned growth for women entrepreneurs ready to lead boldly and live intentionally. Through real conversations and practical insights, listeners gain clarity, strengthen confidence, and develop strategies to expand their impact, voice, and opportunities.Liked this episode? Share it with your midlife woman, entrepreneur friends!Love this show? Let us know how we helped you increase your confidence by leaving a review.For more about me and what I do, check out my website.If you're looking for support to grow your business faster, be positioned as an authority in your industry, and impact the masses, schedule a call to explore if you'd be a good fit for one of my coaching programs.Follow Julie DeLucca-Collins on Instagram at @julie_deluccacollins

Gen X Jace is back with us on the program. Jace brings us up to date on the goings on in his home state of Texas. Then of course we wade into everything else. Let's get into it.

Gen X Jace is back with us on the program. Jace brings us up to date on the goings on in his home state of Texas. Then of course we wade into everything else. Let's get into it.

It's time again for Take A Break with Gen X Jace and Boomer Too. Of course we had to talk about Dolly Parton's passing. Then we head off in many other areas.

It's time again for Take A Break with Gen X Jace and Boomer Too. Of course we had to talk about Dolly Parton's passing. Then we head off in many other areas.

Gene Marks reports on his travels, conversing with host John Batchelor about a Quebec credit union conference where executives discussed loans, competitiveness, and adopting AI in front and back offices. Due to high mortgage rates, credit unions are shifting focus toward commercial loans. In Atlanta's thriving steel industry, tariffs have boosted competitiveness, and companies are deploying AI-powered robotic arms, gloves, and dogs to improve safety. Finally, a recent Pew Research survey indicates that Gen X is leading AI adoption because older, established professionals feel more secure than younger generations, though Marks calls the fear of job loss an urban legend. (5)

TONIGHT-CONTENTS-8-26-2026California Swells Weather And Nevada CasinosJeff Bliss discusses a massive southern ocean swell creating rare surfing conditions at Newport Harbor's channel. Driven by an intense tropical storm off Mexico, California is experiencing unprecedented humidity and a nearly five-degree Fahrenheit rise in ocean temperatures, prompting a surge in marine life including hammerhead and great white sharks. Turning to Nevada, Bliss describes the K-shaped economy, where Las Vegas strip casinos profit from wealthy international tourists, while local traffic declines. He details In-N-Out's slow, quality-controlled eastward expansion and concludes with Berkeley's controversial, permissive approach toward housing campus homeless encampments, noting they receive government-funded clean needles and glass pipes. (1)Separation Of Powers And Election FraudRichard Epstein discusses a federal ruling by Judge Indira Talwani blocking the Trump administration's postal mail-in voting regulations for the 2026 midterms. Epstein asserts the administration overstepped, as the Constitution explicitly delegates election regulation to Congress, not the executive. He criticizes Chief Justice John Roberts's defense of the unitary executive, calling his opinions a disgrace that allows executive power to swamp both the legislature and the judiciary. Lastly, Epstein references Paul Krugman's views on Trump's destructive physical and institutional teardown of Washington and laments how flawed standing doctrines prevent ordinary citizens from legally challenging executive overreach in federal court. (2)Veronique de Rugy of the Mercatus Center details the alarming surge of the United States gross national debt to record heights, exceeding forty trillion dollars. She argues that the country suffers from an out-of-control spending problem rather than a lack of tax revenue, citing massive unpaid pandemic spending. De Rugy blames both political parties for avoiding structural reforms and warns of the critical 2032 deadline when Social Security and Medicare funding will face automatic, severe cuts. She predicts that Congress will resort to further debt and inflation, which will heavily penalize the public, while indebted European nations face similar struggles. (3)Economic Boom In Idyllic Lancaster CountyJim McTague details the thriving post-pandemic economy of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Tourism remains robust, with attractions like the Renaissance Faire drawing two hundred thousand visitors annually. The local real estate market is red-hot, with retirees purchasing existing homes with cash and bid-ups creating million-dollar McMansions. McTague notes that rising inflation has packed Costco aisles with middle-class shoppers seeking the famous five-dollar loss-leader rotisserie chickens. He also discusses local commercial resistance to data centers, explaining how the impoverished borough of Columbia rejected a lucrative data center deal that would have solved its fiscal deficits, while baby boomers power local restaurants. (4)Small Business Growth And AI IntegrationGene Marks reports on his travels, conversing with host John Batchelor about a Quebec credit union conference where executives discussed loans, competitiveness, and adopting AI in front and back offices. Due to high mortgage rates, credit unions are shifting focus toward commercial loans. In Atlanta's thriving steel industry, tariffs have boosted competitiveness, and companies are deploying AI-powered robotic arms, gloves, and dogs to improve safety. Finally, a recent Pew Research survey indicates that Gen X is leading AI adoption because older, established professionals feel more secure than younger generations, though Marks calls the fear of job loss an urban legend. (5)French Resistance And World War ExileJane Rogoyska, author of Hotel Exile: Paris in the Shadow of War, Part Two: Rogoyska details how German anti-fascists and French Jews fled Paris for Marseilles and Spain in 1941. While Heinrich Mann escaped successfully, philosopher Walter Benjamin tragically committed suicide at the Spanish border. Rogoyska notes that Samuel Beckettjoined the resistance after Paul Léon's arrest. The Abwehr, aided by the treacherous priest Robert Alesch, infiltrated resistance networks, but was sidelined as the Gestapo's brutality worsened. Post-war, the Lutetia hotel became a repatriation center processing concentration camp survivors. Beckett survived and wrote literary masterpieces, while Alesch was executed. (6)Nuclear Politics And Precision Guided WarfareHenry Sokolski, executive director of the Nonproliferation Policy Education Center, discusses the unpublicized nuclear cooperative agreement between the United States and Saudi Arabia. He warns host John Batchelor that keeping side agreements secret from the American public prevents Congressional oversight. Saudi Arabia refuses to sign the additional protocol for inspections, claiming it violates sovereignty. Sokolski also highlights Poland's conflicting stances on hosting nuclear weapons, Germany's interest in funding the United Kingdom's Trident submarine program, and how Russia uses precision-guided munitions to target civilians and demoralize Ukraine, moving nuclear weapons further into the background, concluding that this is the new reality. (7)Debating Environmental Politics Of Data CentersKevin Frazier leads a roundtable with Jim McTague and Simon Constable discussing the political and environmental backlash against data centers. Frazier details how Lancaster City welcomed data centers to erase its school district's deficit, while the poorer borough of Columbia rejected a lucrative deal due to local protests. Frazier argues that data centers are vital national infrastructure, defending the construction jobs they create and noting that blocking them harms the digital economy. Finally, Constable shares trivia from his Wall Street Journal quiz, revealing that Virginia leads the United States in data centers, followed globally by the United Kingdom. (8)V

This one's a step back to look at the big picture, because a lot of the Gen Xers I talk to are too busy living life to see it.Three things are colliding at once.Corporate is chaos. It's not your age, it's your expense. Somebody can do half your job for half the price, and that's who gets picked. Getting laid off is one thing. Getting back in is the real problem. Look around your own network if you don't believe me.The savings math. The generation before us had pensions. We got a 401k and a how-to video. Roughly half of Gen X has nothing put away, and the typical household isn't close to what 30 years actually costs.Longevity. This is the good news. If you take care of yourself there's a real chance you're looking at 30 or 40 more years, healthy and active.Put those three together and it doesn't add up.I'm not doing this to scare anybody. It's not a prediction, it's already happening. But there are two ways to react. You can treat it as a sunset and ride it out. Or you can treat it as the start of a second adult lifetime, which is the way I'm choosing to look at it.The back half of this episode is the part that matters: you already have everything you need to generate income on your own. The skills, the experience, the problem solving. What's in the way is unlearning what corporate taught you, and the fact that we make making money way more complicated than it needs to be.In this episode:Why it's your expense, not your ageThe musical chairs problem, and why the chairs aren't coming backPensions versus the 401k handoffWhat 30 or 40 more years actually costsWhy gig work is the wrong answerLow friction, high margin income, and what that actually looks likeWhy the first dollar outside corporate changes everythingTIMESTAMPS00:00 — Welcome, and why I'm zooming out this week01:20 — Naming it: Gen X has a math problem01:42 — Two ways to react: sunset, or jumpstart02:05 — Musical chairs, and why they're pulling five at a time02:25 — Part 1: It's not your age, it's your expense03:40 — Getting laid off isn't the problem. Getting back in is.04:20 — The professional athlete parallel04:46 — Part 2: How prepared are we, really05:05 — They got pensions. We got a how-to video.06:00 — The savings numbers nobody wants to look at07:05 — How few of us actually have a pension07:45 — Part 3: Longevity, and why it's genuinely good news08:45 — Putting all three together09:15 — This isn't a prediction. It's happening now.09:55 — The good news: you already have what you need10:30 — Seventeen income streams, and why I'm not special11:05 — Why it's not Uber and it's not DoorDash11:45 — The real blocker: unlearning corporate12:45 — Low friction, high margin income13:40 — Go sell that first dollar14:05 — Don't bet on another 20 years in corporate14:45 — The opportunity sitting in your own backyard15:05 — Don't replace your job with a worse version of it16:00 — What changed inside the community16:25 — Nobody's judging you (my TikTok debut says hi)17:35 — The better you are, the more at risk you are18:20 — What the 20-somethings figured out that we didn't18:45 — How to reach meLINKS AND CTAThe Collective Now focused entirely on the thing most people are stuck on: making money outside of corporate. A group of Gen Xers figuring it out together. https://trp-collective.circle.soEverything else https://BrettTrainor.comQuestions or episode ideas? Email me: bt@bretttrainor.comIf the show's useful to you, hit follow wherever you listen.GenX, laid off over 50, ageism at work, corporate layoffs, retirement math, 401k, longevity, second act, making money outside corporate, career change over 50, side income, Gen X retirement crisis

"So, this is it. We're going to die." -- Arthur Dent That felt a little bit appropriate. Sorry if it freaked you out. It's the very last episode, y'all. Am I sniffling as I type this? You better believe it. This has been one hell of a ride. We love you. So long. Farewell. Auf wiedersehen. Goodbye. POLITICAL AND PETTY DESIGNS ON SHIRTS, HATS, MUGS, AND MORE! https://bitchenboutique.dashery.com Profits support this ol' retired podcaster right here!   We love you for listening! Please take a moment to rate and review us, and earn a STICKER! (Everyone loves stickers!) And please subscribe or add us to your favorites list on your favorite platform so you never miss a show! And share us with your cool friends, not the lame ones. Questions? Comments? Complaints? Write to us at PitneyAndAmelia@gmail.com! Check out our various socials etc at https://linktr.ee/bitchenboutique WEBSITE AND EMAIL AND SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS WILL STILL BE ACTIVE SO SAY HI SOMETIME!   Who the heck are Pitney and Amelia? A gay guy and his fat friend talking about everything! We've got over 40 YEARS of stories to share about stuff we love, stuff that annoys us, people we've known, places we've been, and things we've seen. Geeky, silly, and always opinionated. NAMES ARE CHANGED TO PROTECT THE GUILTY!   We may be awful, but we're right! Here, queer, and in your ear. Every other Friday for over ten years.   The Bitchen Boutique is all about mental health and openness and honesty and if you're in crisis and in the US, call or text 988, or go to 988lifeline.org to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.  And if you just need some friends, you've got two right here.   As always... edited, engineered, produced, and promoted by Amelia.   LGBTQIA+ | Comedy | GenX | Fandom | Horror | Spirituality | Mental Health  #finale #timcurry #goodbye #fyp #LGBTQIAplus #Comedy #GenX #Fandom #Horror #Spirituality #MentalHealth o o o o o o o o o o KEYWORDS: Pitney and Amelia, Pitney & Amelia, Bitchen Boutique, Bitchen Boutique podcast, Pitney, Amelia, Generation X, Gen X, GenX, GenXer, GenXers, comedy, comedy podcast, current events, current events podcast, pop culture, pop culture podcast, talk show, chat show, us politics, progressive, progressive podcast, queer stories, lgbtqia+ stories, queer podcast, lgbtqia+ podcast, gay, gay podcast, trans rights, horror, horror fans, horror community, fandom, spirituality, coven, secular coven, pagan, paganism, tarot, tarot cards, witchy, antifa, anti-trump, anti-maga, cancer, breast cancer, breast cancer treatment, fat acceptance, haes, mental health podcast, mental health, scifi, science fiction, geek, geek culture, nerd, nerd culture, fyp, vlog, dayinthelife, pet peeves, dashery, teepublic, tim curry, dolly parton, day drinking, final episode, last episode, end of the road, SO LONG, FAREWELL, AUF WIEDERSEHEN, GOODBYE    

Promising trade talks imploded after a literal 11th-hour change from the American side. We examine the new trade barriers being erected, and the complex calculation for Prime Minister Mark Carney. In Japan Gen X workers are even still bearing the costs of an economic bubble-burst from the 1990s. And how fates of civilisations have turned on sieges throughout history. Guests and host:Hal Hodson, Americas editorMoeka Iida, East Asia reporterRichard Cockett, senior digital editorJason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Canada, the United States, tariffs, Mark Carney, trade warJapan, Gen X, labour marketsieges, world historyListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to The Economist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Promising trade talks imploded after a literal 11th-hour change from the American side. We examine the new trade barriers being erected, and the complex calculation for Prime Minister Mark Carney. In Japan Gen X workers are even still bearing the costs of an economic bubble-burst from the 1990s. And how fates of civilisations have turned on sieges throughout history. Guests and host:Hal Hodson, Americas editorMoeka Iida, East Asia reporterRichard Cockett, senior digital editorJason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Canada, the United States, tariffs, Mark Carney, trade warJapan, Gen X, labour marketsieges, world historyListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to The Economist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week: nostalgia for Moviefone and Rob Brezny's Dial-a-Horoscope, the Jungian idea that your unconscious is trying to help you, and the one Timothy Leary quote Ben has actually carried with him his whole life — "the goal of life is calm and compassionate gameplay."We saw Greg Araki's new film with Olivia Wilde and Cooper Hoffman (co-written by Slutever's Karly Scortino) — a genuinely sexy movie that also makes you think, which is rarer than it should be. Plus: bumping into Peking Duk outside the Ritz in Randwick on the night their album went to #1 in Australia, ARIA plaques and all. (Randwick: possibly the least rock and roll suburb in Sydney.)A full Australian Traitors deep dive — how secretly Machiavellian Australians are, Dicko's voting block strategy, and the question the show keeps raising: is emotional gameplay still manipulation if the emotion is real?We saw the Bondi Boys at Hollywood Hotel (neon mic stand, expanded set, Gen X energy), Ben smells beer and thinks about his entire touring life, Ione smells Carmex and thinks about Paris 1987, and we're making a fanzine with Kate Dunn (@moonfurhat on Instagram) as merch for the Australia and Japan tour.We end with a challenge: Ione proves she's a better liar than Ben by closing the podcast with a lie. We'll let you decide if she pulled it off.

Gen X Jace is back with us on the program. We cover his home state of Texas. Of course we cover all the rest. Let's get into it.

Gen X Jace is back with us on the program. We cover his home state of Texas. Of course we cover all the rest. Let's get into it.

Why don't we all sound the same? Are some accents easier to learn? And are there reasons for the differences in how people sound and sign, or is it just random? We use sound and sign to encode information about our age, place, gender, sexuality, and so much more. Sometimes we're not even aware of how we do it. But we're fixing that on this episode with Jennifer Nycz and Lauren Hall-Lew, editors of Sociophonetics: Implications for Phonological and Phonetic Theory. Timestamps 00:00 Start: Introducing Jennifer Nycz and Lauren-Hall Lew 01:57 What is sociophonetics? 03:01 What's in our own sociophonetic background? 10:10 Why is it always vowels, vowels, vowels? 13:03 Why don't we all just sound the same? 15:09 You can hallucinate accents by seeing a photo 16:00 Sound encodes gender and sexuality 20:57 Chronolects, Boomerlects, and GenX-lects 22:04 Tweens to teens: What to expect sociophonetically? 27:33 Are there reasons for sound variation and change? 34:16 Why does a community change faster than an individual? 38:37 Does media have an influence on accent? 42:17 How much are we consciously aware of? 44:52 Are some accents easier? 48:39 What are the sociophonetic hot spots? 50:54 Are American women more nasal? 52:09 Persistent misconceptions 54:49 Fight linguistic discrimination, or teach marginalised people to "pass"? 01:03:03 The sociophonetics of signed languages

For most GenXers, going to the beach in the 70s and 80s meant jumping waves, building sandcastles, and getting sun poisoning so bad you and your siblings would take turns peeling each other's skin off. For Heidi K. Brown, it was her job to put a stop to all that beach fun. Her summers were spent pounding the hot sand passing out flyers trying to convince parents to hand their kids over to her parents' Vacation Bible School. Bitchin' summer? NOT! In this episode, Eileen talks with Heidi about her memoir THE MAP I DRAW, the path that led her from law and legal writing into travel memoir, and how Rome became a turning point in her life. They dig into family, faith, fear, rebellion, and the idea of “aging powerfully” instead of quietly accepting limits.Heidi shares how travel became a form of healing from some of the dysfunction she carried from her conservative fundamentalist Gen X childhood, how she built a writing practice around journals and Morning Pages, and why she sees memoir as both storytelling and self-advocacy.Heidi is a Law Professor and Associate Dean for Upper Level Writing at New York Law School. She earned her master's degree in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania in 2021. She crafted a life of flourishing through teaching, writing, boxing, jumping up and down at U2 concerts, studying Italian, and traveling the world solo. You can find out more about Heidi at:https://www.heidikristinbrown.com/Follow Heidi Here IG: https://www.instagram.com/introvertedlawyerIG: https://www.instagram.com/heidiographia/ Substack: https://heidiography.substack.com/For information about Heidi's books and speaking engagements please email her at: heidi@theintrovertedlawyer.com.  Support the showStrangers With Kittens is a podcast created by Eileen Kelly and Produced by Ashley Aker. Original music composed and performed by Chris Hajian. You can listen to full podcast episodes on Spotify, Amazon, Audible, and Apple Podcasts. Follow Strangers With Kittens On Social Media Facebook InstagramTikTokYouTubeKeep The Conversation Going https://www.strangerswithkittens.com/

Big announcement in the show intro. Huge. Ya gotta listen to find out!   How to be more present and purposeful in your life instead of floating along and just reacting to the shit that happens to you, using a few witchy YouTubers as inspiration! Links for them both below.   Peeves: Big box stores appropriating "Summerween" and "Code Orange." Bushes blocking the view of traffic.    Promos: Chatsunami  https://www.chatsunami.com/ 2 Skeptical Chaps http://www.2skepticalchaps.libsyn.com/ (Want to swap show promos? Email us!)   Kelly-Ann Maddox talks basic, everyday witchery: https://youtu.be/IHViPTGS7tA?si=oNvW8owVXVg-v4rt   Grumpy Old Crone yells about spoons:  https://youtu.be/bAL0IVLQjEc?si=_6wliqKYPHSeDyXx    POLITICAL AND PETTY DESIGNS ON SHIRTS, HATS, MUGS, AND MORE! https://bitchenboutique.dashery.com Profits support this podcast right here!   We love you for listening! Please take a moment to rate and review us, and earn a STICKER! (Everyone loves stickers!) And please subscribe or add us to your favorites list on your favorite platform so you never miss a show! And share us with your cool friends, not the lame ones.   Questions? Comments? Complaints? Write to us at PitneyAndAmelia@gmail.com! Check out our various socials etc at https://linktr.ee/bitchenboutique   Who the heck are Pitney and Amelia? A gay guy and his fat friend talking about everything! We've got over 40 YEARS of stories to share about stuff we love, stuff that annoys us, people we've known, places we've been, and things we've seen. Geeky, silly, and always opinionated. NAMES ARE CHANGED TO PROTECT THE GUILTY!   We may be awful, but we're right! Here, queer, and in your ear. Every other Friday.   The Bitchen Boutique is all about mental health and openness and honesty and if you're in crisis and in the US, call or text 988, or go to 988lifeline.org to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.  And if you just need some friends, you've got two right here.   Edited, engineered, produced, and promoted by Amelia. LGBTQIA+ | Comedy | GenX | Fandom | Horror | Spirituality | Mental Health #witchery #petpeeves #fyp #LGBTQIAplus #Comedy #GenX #Fandom #Horror #Spirituality #MentalHealth _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ KEYWORDS: Pitney and Amelia, Pitney & Amelia, Bitchen Boutique, Bitchen Boutique podcast, Pitney, Amelia, Generation X, Gen X, GenX, GenXer, GenXers, comedy, comedy podcast, current events, current events podcast, pop culture, pop culture podcast, talk show, chat show, us politics, progressive, progressive podcast, queer stories, lgbtqia+ stories, queer podcast, lgbtqia+ podcast, gay, gay podcast, trans rights, horror, horror fans, horror community, fandom, spirituality, coven, secular coven, pagan, paganism, tarot, tarot cards, witchy, antifa, anti-trump, anti-maga, cancer, breast cancer, breast cancer treatment, fat acceptance, haes, mental health podcast, mental health, scifi, science fiction, geek, geek culture, nerd, nerd culture, fyp, vlog, dayinthelife, pet peeves, dashery, teepublic, witch, witchiness, living with purpose, mindfulness, acting with intention, vegetarianism, kelly-ann Maddox, grumpy old crone, fyp

Support the show on Patreon! - https://patreon.com/gogOther ways to support the show! - https://gog.show/donateJoin our Discord! - https://discord.gg/r4ZmSHBBuy some merch! - https://shop.gog.show/Meta is facing a $1.4 trillion legal ass-whupping over allegations that Facebook and Instagram were deliberately engineered to be addictive and harmful to kids, while OpenAI appears to be doing the exact opposite of what you might expect from a company selling "safe" AI: reportedly sidelining its catastrophic-risk preparedness team just as its models are learning to go rogue. Then, in a move straight out of the "let's have the robots write the laws" file, members of Congress are apparently using ChatGPT and Claude to draft legislation so badly that House lawyers have to clean up the mess, and some staffers aren't even learning the issues their bills are supposed to address. Meanwhile, Amazon may be dismantling physical books and scanning them into AI training datasets, because apparently the future of literature is being fed into a wood chipper.And then there's the surveillance and privacy edition of Tech Hell™. Comcast can now turn compatible Wi-Fi routers into motion sensors that detect movement in your home through radio signals, Kalshi is getting smacked down by a Washington judge who says its sports contracts are just gambling wearing a tiny financial-services mustache, and Tesla is finally recalling 20,000 cars over headlights that have been too damn bright since 2024. Plus, the AI industry continues discovering that “autonomous” means “capable of doing something catastrophically stupid without asking permission.”Elsewhere, we investigate why young people apparently trust AI CEOs about as much as Gen X trusted record-company executives, Peter Thiel gets a Gandalf-themed welcome in Argentina, and we dig into the increasingly uncomfortable intersection of AI, surveillance, pornography, politics, and billionaire bullshit. We also get into the mobile podcasting rig, Sonos finally remembers the iPhone has a Lock Screen, internet-connected pet feeders remind us why cats should never depend on the cloud. Media Candy brings Widow's Bay, Silo, Ted Lasso, It: Welcome to Derry, Kitchen Undercover and enough Spider-Man to make us all desperately crave something that doesn't involve a fucking multiverse.Sponsors:Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at Shopify.com/grumpyDeleteMe - Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to JoinDeleteMe.com/GOG and use promo code GOG at checkout.Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. Go to SetApp and get started today!!!1Password - Get a great deal on the only password manager recommended by Grumpy Old Geeks! gog.show/1passwordShow notes at https://gog.show/759Watch on YouTube at https://youtu.be/RMhCndozH-0SHOW NOTESMeta faces a $1.4 trillion reckoning in latest trial over social media addictionPornhub's Parent Company to Pay $120 Million to Settle Child Sexual Abuse LawsuitsOpenAI reportedly disbanded its preparedness team as part of a 'streamlining' processOpenAI denies disbanding its preparedness teamOpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens, promising a more age-appropriate chatbotYoung People Hate AI CEOs So Passionately That It's Almost Hard to BelieveAI-generated bills are reportedly causing problems in the CapitolProtestors Dressed as Gandalf Demand Peter Thiel Leave Argentina, Go Back to the AbyssTesla Has to Fix 20,000 Vehicles With Too-Bright Headlights It's Known About Since 2024We Tracked a Shipment of Rare Books. It Ended at an Amazon AI Training FacilityState Judge to Kalshi: Your Sports Betting Is Obviously IllegalDario Amodei's Wife Is Closely Linked to Jeffrey EpsteinComcast just turned millions of Xfinity routers into motion sensorsBONTEC Mobile Standing Desk, Pneumatic Lift, Rolling Laptop CartMOALLIA N86 360 Rotating Laptop Stand for Desk with Locking Knobs, BlackNEEWER Basics 7"" Desk Ring Light for Video Recording, 10W Dimmable, R06TROND Desk Clamp Power Bar Surge Protector with PD 20W USB, 6 Outlets, 10ftSonos just launched Live Activities on iPhoneInternet-Connected Pet Feeders Go Down, Leaving Kitties HungryWidow's BaySlow Horses — Season 6 Official Trailer | Apple TVKitchen UndercoverHBO Has Finally Made ‘It: Welcome to Derry' Season 2 OfficialCertainty: A Novel by John Twelve HawksLockstep by Karl SchroederA Gift of Time by Jerry MerrittSilicon Valley Dreams of AuthoritarianismThe Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy by Gil DuránDave BittnerThe CyberWireHacking HumansCaveatControl LoopOnly Malware in the BuildingNorthern ExposureSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apparently Gen X isn't going to enough concerts, so today we're solving the live music industry one folding chair and bottle of ibuprofen at a time.Episode 112 kicks off with a concert promoter asking what it would take to get Gen X back out to shows. The answers? Bring back physical tickets. Give us cleaner bathrooms. Stop making everything cost approximately one kidney. Fine bands for showing up late. And while we're making demands, how about concerts that start at 3 p.m. and wrap by 6 so everybody can be home, showered and questioning their life choices before the evening news?Welcome to the future of rock and roll: chairs.The crew gets into the bigger problem facing live music right now, from third-party ticket sellers and ridiculous resale prices to mid-level artists trying to survive while fans blow their entire entertainment budget on one or two giant shows. Rafe even pitches a concert subscription model where fans could pick shows from different tiers. Honestly, this comedy podcast may have accidentally stumbled into a legitimate business idea, which is deeply concerning.Then Crap on Celebrities arrives with enough music news to make everyone forget we were complaining about concerts five minutes earlier. Foo Fighters are stepping in to open for AC/DC in St. Louis, which leads to the very important question of how long the Foo Fighters actually get to play when they're technically the opener. There's also an update on Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell and his continued battle with Hodgkin's lymphoma.From there, we enter one of our favorite genres of entertainment: successful musicians arguing with each other on the Internet.The Jack White and Charley Crockett drama continues after Twin Temple was removed from dates on Crockett's tour. Jack White defended the band, Crockett fired back, White responded with a bizarre musical troll, and suddenly everybody is keeping track of who released more albums. Rafe likes Crockett's music but would also like everyone involved to calm down and simply make songs again.Naturally, the crew decides celebrity boxing may be the only mature solution.Then Demon Hunter enters the chat. The Christian metal band is suing over the KPop Demon Hunters name, arguing that the massive Netflix property and its live-event expansion could create confusion with their long-established band. Moon actually has history with that music scene, which means for approximately four minutes this show accidentally becomes informative.Don't worry. We recover.There's also new testimony surrounding the Tupac Shakur murder case, a conversation about Sons of Anarchy stars reuniting for a bizarre meta-series, and a trailer for Whale Fall that sends everyone directly into claustrophobic nightmare territory. The movie involves a scuba diver getting swallowed by an 80-foot sperm whale and trying to escape before his oxygen runs out.Lern's reaction to this horrifying premise? Maybe watching it will help her prepare in case she ever gets swallowed by a whale.That's preparedness you simply won't get from other podcasts.We wrap things up with Jason Statham's latest movie accidentally appearing online early, John Stamos apparently deciding clothes are optional, and a Robert Plant birthday celebration that turns into Zeppelin, solo Plant, giant '80s hair and the invention of the word “plantiness.”So yes, this comedy podcast begins with concert economics and ends with Robert Plant's plantiness. That feels about right.It's another morning of St. Louis comedy, music news, entertainment gossip, pop culture commentary and sarcastic humor from Rizzuto and the gang — the comedy podcast where no topic survives contact with the studio.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The morning begins with Lern trying to figure out whether Hubbard Media has a sewage problem or whether she personally needs to reevaluate some life choices. Thankfully, the mystery quickly leads us to Florida, where somebody learns one of nature's most important rules the hard way: do not jump on a manatee. Especially when you haven't taken the time to determine whether said manatee is, you know… alive.Rizz remembers the beautiful bonding experience of having baby vomit deposited directly into his mouth. Moon recalls an athletic encounter with an impressive amount of dog poop. And then Rafe casually unlocks a repressed memory from his days working in surgery that probably should've stayed repressed. There's gangrene. There's a sterile operating room. There's vomiting. There's mint extract that arrives WAY too late. At one point, breakfast officially files for divorce.Eventually, Rizz attempts to drag this funny podcast out of the biological danger zone by choosing joy. Unfortunately, he's Rizz, so even his daughter thanking him for making dinner turns into an existential crisis involving garlic, dementia, stuffed animals, retirement in Florida, and an imaginary future son-in-law handling his estate. Normal father-daughter stuff.Then we actually get GOOD NEWS. St. Charles runner Emma Kessler thought she'd be tackling a half marathon without her boyfriend Jason, who repeatedly insisted running wasn't his thing. Turns out Jason had secretly trained for months so he could surprise her and run alongside her. It's sweet. It's supportive. Nobody gets covered in anything. Naturally, Rizz's immediate concern is that this man is making every other partner look terrible.Apparently Gen X isn't going to enough concerts, so today we're solving the live music industry one folding chair and bottle of ibuprofen at a time.A concert promoter asking what it would take to get Gen X back out to shows. The answers? Bring back physical tickets. Give us cleaner bathrooms. Stop making everything cost approximately one kidney. Fine bands for showing up late. And while we're making demands, how about concerts that start at 3 p.m. and wrap by 6 so everybody can be home, showered and questioning their life choices before the evening news?The crew gets into the bigger problem facing live music right now, from third-party ticket sellers and ridiculous resale prices to mid-level artists trying to survive while fans blow their entire entertainment budget on one or two giant shows. Foo Fighters are stepping in to open for AC/DC in St. Louis, which leads to the very important question of how long the Foo Fighters actually get to play when they're technically the opener. There's also an update on Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell and his continued battle with Hodgkin's lymphoma.The Jack White and Charley Crockett drama continues after Twin Temple was removed from dates on Crockett's tour. Jack White defended the band, Crockett fired back, White responded with a bizarre musical troll, and suddenly everybody is keeping track of who released more albums. Rafe likes Crockett's music but would also like everyone involved to calm down and simply make songs again.Then Demon Hunter enters the chat. The Christian metal band is suing over the KPop Demon Hunters name, arguing that the massive Netflix property and its live-event expansion could create confusion with their long-established band. King Scott once saw the band demon hunter perform KPOP.The Missouri State Fair has given us many things over the years, and today we can add freeze-dried pickles capable of removing every drop of moisture from the human body to the list.Then we return to one of the most important educational developments of our generation: Fart Corner.The teacher whose classroom fart corner went viral has responded to all the attention and clarified her intentions. Apparently, kids today have significantly less shame about letting one rip in class, so she created a designated location where students can handle their business and return to society. Fart Corner is now also The Gas Station.Then it's time for King Scott to host Matchup With Moon, and whatever intellectual credibility remained in the studio immediately leaves through the emergency exit.Rizz and Moon battle through trivia involving the longest-running television game show, Walter Mondale, the PGA Hall of Fame, malware and the Rice Krispies mascots before King Scott drops the Millard Fillmore tiebreaker.Round two somehow gets worse. The guys tackle the undefeated Miami Dolphins, continents, Louis Armstrong, bowling terminology and the origin of Spam. “Spiced ham” should have been easy, but instead we get guesses including separated ham, spectacular meats, special mail and surplus meat.Then comes the Great Bowling Debate of 2023.Another episode of daily comedy from The Rizzuto Show.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.Boyfriend Secretly Trains For Two Months To Surprise Girlfriend and Run Alongside Her in Dreaded First Half-MarathonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bridget Phetasy sits down with Katharine Birbalsingh — the founder of Michaela Community School and the woman known as Britain's strictest headmistress — to talk about how an entire generation grew up without values, and whose fault that actually is. Katharine makes the case that kids never abandoned their values; they were simply never taught them, because Gen X and Boomers took those values for granted and stopped leading. They get into why consistency in praise and punishment is everything, why you should praise the work and not the child, the case for choosing religion over woke when picking a school, and the smartphone fight — including why Katharine thinks parents who hand a toddler an iPad are handing them a manual for ruining their life. Plus: why you can't trust the school to teach your child anything, the trap of victimhood culture on both the left and the new right, and the importance of inoculating your kids against any ideology you don't agree with before it reaches them.Check out Katharine's podcast - Strictly Education: https://www.youtube.com/@StrictlyEdPod#Parenting #Education #walkinswelcome Topics covered: raising kids with traditional values, praise the work not the child, choosing religion over woke, smartphones and children, homeschooling, inoculating kids against gender ideology, cultural Marxism, victimhood culture, gentle parenting vs. discipline, why kids never learned values

Hour 1: Bob's Movie Club has its next assignment. In honor of wedding season, check out Hugh Grant in Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) on Netflix! John Stamos is HOT at 63 years old. Not as hot as Sarah and Vinnie in their 30s. Be aware of a FULL CLOSURE of the I-80 westbound Carquinez Bridge. Oakland's MacArthur Maze might be the most frustrating commute in the Bay Area. It's National Radio Day, and Vinnie has some stats to share. Sing along! Hour 2: You have problems, we have advice. Email us! Badadvice973@gmail.com. Harry and Meghan Markle are moving back to the UK. King Charles' health seems to be the driving factor. Following the wild success of ‘Obsession; breakout star Inde Navarrette has decided on her next move as an actor, and Bob doesn't like her choice. What is it gonna take to get Genx off their sorry butts and to a concert again? 3pm showtimes and more seats? Vinnie can't wait to see Rush later this year. Sarah is complaining about some of the most disappointing shows she's been to. Hour 3: Val Kilmer is back from the dead, and he has a new movie. ‘Sons of Anarchy' is BACK for a truly unique reboot. Woody Harrelson is nervous people won't like his new show with Matthew McConaughey. Vinnie wants Sarah to watch Ted Lasso. A trial is going on accusing Meta of deliberately trying to addict kids to their platforms. Then, Vinnie asks Bob some hypothetical questions about Susan. Hour 4: Looking for a concert? Why is a Christian metal band suing Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters? Olivia Rodrigo made friends with someone online. Ariana Grande wants to take down the hackers. Ice Spice is getting into the perfume industry. Happy National Bacon Day to all who celebrate. Vinnie finally has a story that makes Sarah say, “I'll take the MAN!” Or, will she? The Ugliest Dog in the World has been crowned. Plus, How Old Is That GIRL?!

You have problems, we have advice. Email us! Badadvice973@gmail.com. Harry and Meghan Markle are moving back to the UK. King Charles' health seems to be the driving factor. Following the wild success of ‘Obsession; breakout star Inde Navarrette has decided on her next move as an actor, and Bob doesn't like her choice. What is it gonna take to get GenX off their sorry butts and to a concert again? 3pm showtimes and more seats? Vinnie can't wait to see Rush later this year. Sarah is complaining about some of the most disappointing shows she's been to.

It's not just about ticket prices!

The Dark Horse of Consumer SpendingRetail is obsessed with the next consumer.What does Gen Z want? How will younger shoppers change stores? Which brands, experiences, and trends will win their attention?But while everyone looks ahead, retail may be overlooking one of the most powerful consumers in the market right now.Gen X accounted for $15.2 trillion in global consumer spending in 2025 - that's more than the entire spending power of ChinaGen X are in their peak earning years, but that's only part of the story. Many are making purchasing decisions for households that stretch in both directions, from their children to their aging parents.That makes Gen X more than a valuable demographic. It gives them outsized influence over where money is being spent and what consumers need from the places they visit.And we may already be seeing the impact in retail real estate.The growth of service tenants, demand for health and wellness concepts, the value placed on convenience and quality, and the evolution of shopping centers into places where consumers can accomplish multiple things in one trip all align with the needs of a generation with money to spend and very little time to waste.“Gen X is the overlooked generation that is kind of a spending dark horse,” said Natalie Chambers, Executive Creative Director at The Dealey Group in her conversation on Retail Retold with Chris Ressa. “Retail real estate, in particular, should pay attention to what Gen X is looking for.”Because understanding who is spending is only the beginning.The bigger opportunity is understanding what that spending power changes: the brands that grow, the services consumers seek out, the tenant mixes that drive repeat visits, and ultimately, what makes a shopping center more relevant to the communities it serves.Gen X may be the forgotten generation.Retail can't afford to forget about them.What You'll HearWhy Gen X is retail's “dark horse”The power of the “sandwich generation”What's driving the rise of services in retailWhy Gen X may be the bridge between analog life and AIThe connection between Gen X and the longevity boomThe growing value and influence of consumer reviewsHow shopping centers are evolving for multiple generationsWhy intentional spending is gaining groundChapters01:16 — The consumer signals worth watchingNatalie breaks down the Dealy Group's mid-year trend work and the signals that put Gen X on the radar.01:52 — Why Gen X is suddenly having a momentFrom fashion to pop culture, Gen X influence is showing up in places marketers may not expect.03:16 — The $15.2 trillion wake-up callThe spending data that changes the conversation about how much attention Gen X deserves.04:51 — The consumer in the middle of everythingWhy being the “sandwich generation” gives Gen X influence over spending across multiple age groups.07:38 — What Gen X actually valuesQuality, efficiency and clarity; and why “worth the money” may matter more than simply buying more.09:02 — Is Gen X driving the rise of services?Natalie connects Gen X behavior to service-oriented leasing, while Chris offers another explanation for the shift.12:12 — Why repeat visits matterHow landlords are using service tenants to build retail ecosystems consumers need to visit again and again.13:08 — The generation between analog and AINatalie argues Gen X occupies a unique cultural position. Chris challenges whether that advantage will last.18:36 — Why analog is backVinyl, film, BMX bikes and nostalgia reveal a growing appetite for experiences outside the digital world.25:01 — Longevity is becoming retailWhy wellness concepts focused on staying healthier longer could be another expression of Gen X demand.27:24 — Do online reviews deserve our trust?Chris and Natalie debate who actually writes reviews; and whether those people represent the consumers relying on them.35:02 — Designing retail for three generations at onceWhy green space, restaurants, services and gathering places can solve a very practical Gen X problem.36:49 — Consumers are getting more intentionalFunctional gifts, planning around sales and buying for utility point toward a more deliberate spending mindset.37:43 — The Gen X opportunityNatalie's final argument: retail real estate should pay closer attention to what this overlooked but influential consumer wants.

The women who built Lilith Fair were called "angry," "hysterical," "emotional," and dismissed as "a bunch of lesbians" back in the 90s. Turns out Sarah McLachlan and her all-female lineup were way ahead of their time, running the highest grossing tour of 1997. Now the concept is back, and leading the charge is Olivia Rodrigo, using her platform to advocate for women's rights. This is a fun, fascinating, and timely look at how right those women were, and why the fight just picked up way more steam. Notable timestamps (estimated): 00:00 Daisy Chain Fields, and why it couldn't have come faster 02:20 The Alanis Morissette clip that stopped Allison cold 05:00 The real history of Lilith Fair: why radio wouldn't play two women back to back 08:10 The Indigo Girls, internalized homophobia, and breaking through anyway 18:45 Allison's mom, "never rely on a man to make money," and what it cost her 27:20 Olivia Rodrigo's parents: "you can't be a real artist unless you speak up" 32:00 The Daisy Chain Fields lineup and how fast it sold out 34:00 The gestalt therapy session with a bat, and learning to let anger out 38:40 Why the internet is already criticizing what Olivia Rodrigo wears Rather watch on YouTube? Watch here. Episode resources: Daisy Chain Fields: https://www.daisychainfields.com Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery (2025 documentary) Talk Easy with Sam Fragoso, the Alanis Morissette episode: https://talkeasypod.com/alanis-morissette/ Be sure to rate, review, and follow this podcast on your player and also, connect with me IRL for more goodness and life-changing stuff.Schedule a FREE podcast clarity call with me - Your future audience is out there. Talk to them!Sign up for the free weekly emailAllisonHare.comFollow me on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube.DOWNLOAD the free podcast equipment guide- No guesswork, no google rabbit holes, start recording todayReb3l Dance Fitness - Try it at home! Free month with this link.Feedback and Contact:: allison@allisonhare.com

Comic Pearl Rose joined the show for Rank You Very Much and we learned that everyone has stepped in it when we ranked Most Dangerous Places to Go Barefoot (turns out it's a room full of comedians), plus what we learned about KFC and bears and our wish list for concert promoters who what to fill their shows with Gen X fans. Originally aired Thursday, August 20, 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donna & Steve start the show talking about stinky feet, Jenna Fischer shares why she left TV and what weird snacks you people like eating.In hour two, we play the Frozen edition of the College of Pop Culture Knowledge, Gen X has a list of demands to get them to attend concerts again and how much time people spend on household chores.Finally, Dane Cook's brother stole $12 million from him, parents spend this much time making food for their kids and (maybe) we find out the Soup of the Day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rod, Mo, Alex, and Chile talk about teachers adding "fart corners" to classrooms, tell you some ideas people have to get Gen X to go back to concerts again, and they play Day 24 of The Suburb Summer Sizzler.

Hour 1: MTV VMA nominations are out, and it's going to be the Madonna show this year. Sounds like the 80s! For the first time since 1989, there is no rock category this year at the VMAs. Duane “Keefe D” Davis is being charged with Tupac's murder after writing about the event in his autobiography. Data centers are thirsty, and Jason Kelce has a new solution! Are ukuleles cool? What about carnivorous butterflies? Matty reveals a crazy fear. Cheese Whiz rules, even if it's not cheese, and a man is mad about kids on his lawn. Hour 2: Hayden Panettiere's mother is speaking out about her boyfriend. Neutrogena is under fire for supposedly firing Hayden Panettiere after she entered a program for post-partem depression. Is SeaWorld still a thing? Tom Holland is rivaling Robert Downey Jr with this paycheck. California real estate always gets the last laugh. Beauty influencers and hair tutorials are shaping the sales of personal care products - for teens! What ingredients are in all this junk? Hour 3: The battle of the generations is BACK! Olivia dominated for the Zillennials last week. Will she take down David from GenX just as easily? Let's play some trivia. Speaking of Chuck E. Cheese, Sarah thinks Matty should give up on one of his birthday dreams. Las Vegas is more beautiful than San Francisco? Get a grip. Then, Sarah tells Vinnie to take his kids to Japan before recounting the worst trip ever. Hour 4: Rest in peace to Frank Beard, the longtime drummer for the legendary rock band ZZ Top. Is “tush” the best word for a bum? No rock category at the VMAs this year, and clearly no God rock either. Although, Sarah did go through a Stryper phase. Philadelphia is leaning into their bad boy reputation with a new museum. That jerk you know? She's from Philly. Plus, When Did That Happen?

The battle of the generations is BACK! Olivia dominated for the Zillennials last week. Will she take down David from GenX just as easily? Let's play some trivia. Speaking of Chuck E. Cheese, Sarah thinks Matty should give up on one of his birthday dreams. Las Vegas is more beautiful than San Francisco? Get a grip. Then, Sarah tells Vinnie to take his kids to Japan before recounting the worst trip ever.

The battle of the generations is BACK! Olivia dominated for the Zillennials last week. Will she take down David from GenX just as easily? Let's play some trivia and find out.

In this episode, we dive into the generational shifts around saving, retirement, and the pursuit of the ever-alluring "soft life." We open up about our own experiences navigating financial planning, reflect on what we've learned from our parents and children, and openly wrestle with the pros and cons of prioritizing today's experiences over tomorrow's security. If you've wondered how to balance living for the now while preparing for the future, you'll find both honesty and practical takeaways here.Key MomentsSharing our personal thoughts on retirement fears and identity beyond work at 00:33Debating what the "sandwich generation" faces and acknowledging how we're both raising adult children and supporting aging parents at 00:57Introducing "soft saving" and examining Gen Z and Millennial attitudes toward saving and spending at 04:25Personal stories about generational differences in travel, spending, and delayed gratification beginning at 07:03A candid look at the burdens and freedoms that debt (or the lack thereof) brings for today's young adults at 10:00Our thoughts on whether the "soft life" is accessible for everyone or just a privileged few at 15:25Comparing the securities older generations had (like pensions) versus our need for self-driven retirement savings at 16:26Our take on "earning" a soft life and how Gen X thinking compares to younger generations' "live now" mentality at 19:47Honest advice on minimum savings goals, even if you're living the soft(er) life at 26:19Why Listen?We reveal real conversations that every family is having (or should have) about what it means to save, spend, and plan for the future without shame or sugar-coating. You'll hear practical suggestions, laughs, and maybe a strong nudge to think twice about your own soft life strategy. Whether you're Gen X, Millennial, Gen Z, or just wondering how to talk about money with your family, there's something relatable and useful here for you.Who is this episode for?We made this episode for anyone who's trying to navigate their financial future thoughtfully. Parents, young professionals, future retirees, or anyone feeling stuck between old-school security and new-school freedom. If you want insight into generational money talk, real-life examples, and a bit of humor, this one's for you.This Podcast is sponsored by American Heritage Credit Union. To learn more and open an account go to: www.AHCU.co/ForBetterandWorthOur website: www.forbetterandworth.comGet Ericka's book, Naked and Unashamed: 10 Money Conversations Every Couple Must Have Check out our local TV spotlightConnect with us:Instagram: @forbetterandworthYouTube: @forbetterandworthEricka: @erickayoungofficialChris: @1cbyoung

It's Tuesday, August 18th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson and Timothy Reed Arizona pastor murdered by crucifixion Demonically inspired opposition to the Christian faith is on the rise here in the United States as well as overseas.  A Christian pastor in Arizona was subjected to a crucifixion-type murder last year. The perpetrator, Adam Sheafe, confessed he did it because the pastor would not compromise on his teaching on the Biblical doctrine of the Trinity and the deity of Jesus Christ.   The murderer, in this case, has been sentenced to life in prison. “For this reason, the Jews persecuted Jesus, and sought to kill Him, because He had done these things on the Sabbath..  . but also that He said that God was His Father, making Himself equal with God.” That's John 5:16 and 18.   Ukraine has achieved an 8-1 casualty ratio with Russia since January Ukraine is back on top in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.  The Center for Strategic and International Studies reports that Ukraine has achieved as much as an 8-1 casualty ratio since the beginning of the year — up from a 2-1 ratio since the beginning of the war.  The report also notes that the war is taking a toll on the Russian people. They suffer from a “sputtering economy, higher prices on groceries and other expenses, tax increases, significant internet restrictions, and an oppressive crackdown on freedom of speech.” Russia has suffered an estimated 450,000 fatalities in the conflict. That compares to the United States losing 102,000 men in military conflicts since World War II. Dramatic increase in military budgets in the Far East Sabers are rattling in the Pacific. Japan's military budget is up 5% year-over-year. South Korea's budget is up 7.5%. The Philippines' budget is up 9%.  And Taiwan's is up 16%.  China's build-up began 25 years ago and is now averaging 7% per year. China's budget is running at $283 billion compared to Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan which are spending $150 billion combined.  America's deficit up 11% Here in America, for the first 10 months of the fiscal year, the U.S. deficit registered an 11% increase year-over-year. That's 31% above the average deficit produced by the Biden budgets between 2021 and 2025. Proverbs 28:22 reads, “A man with an evil eye hastens after riches, and does not consider that poverty will come upon him.” Gen Z investors believe sports betting is good investment An online survey of 1,000 U.S. retail investors conducted in late March and early April, which was released this week, found that 52% of Gen Z investors were planning to shift money originally set aside for stocks or other investments into sports wagers over the past year.  Only about one-third of Gen Z participants reported no involvement in sports betting at all, compared with 63% across all age groups in the survey. Specifically, 26% of Gen Z respondents -- those born between 1997 and 2007 -- said they view sports betting as a deliberate, ongoing part of their wealth strategy. That figure drops sharply with age: 14% of Millennials, 6% of Gen X, and just 1% of Baby Boomers reported the same outlook. Overall, U.S. sports betting has increased from $2 billion of waging to $166 billion in waging since 2018 - just eight years ago, according to Research Ground.   Gen Z also loves cryptocurrency In addition, Motley Fool's recent survey found that Gen Zers are the most likely to invest in cryptocurrency at 49% compared to other demographics including 46% of Millennials, 26% of Gen Xers, and 11% of Baby Boomers.   Plus, 57% of cryptocurrency purchasers think it's an investment, and 26% use it for a monetary exchange. But crypto is losing favor with American investors. Gallup's recent poll found only 2% of Americans favor crypto for a long-term investment which is down from 8% four years ago.  Real estate, stocks, and gold are the favorite choices for investors now. The birth dearth in America The National Center for Education Statistics reports that public schools in America have lost almost two million students since 2019.  This is partially due to the birth dearth – or the decline in America's fertility rate. Since 2015, it amounts to a loss of about one million children. Births to women in America topped out in 2007 at 2.12 or 2,122 births per 1,000 women aged 15–44.  Today, the birth rate is hovering around 1.57 or 1,570 births per 1,000 women. By contrast, the average birth rate for homeschooling families is 3.5 children per family. The Centers for Disease Control reveals that total U.S. births fell off during the first quarter of 2026  — a 2.1% drop off from the previous year. There were 4.3 million births in America in 2007, but only 3.6 million births last year. And we're looking at another drop of about 700,000 students this year.  This data points to an 18% drop in American births in 18 years.  Based on these recent numbers for American births, by 2031, the public schools will lose another 2.44 million students due to birth decline alone in this country. That's not counting the number of students who drop out. Shocker: Canadian male cyclist beating women in the sport And finally, men, pretending to be women, are once again proving that they can beat women in women's sports.  A Canadian cyclist, by the name of “Mr. Ivy,” claimed to have transgendered into a woman; after which he won a women's cycling championship. More recently, “Mr. Ivy” has gone on to win the Inter-Provincial Team title at the Canadian Women's Mid-Amateur Championship golf tournament.  This is actually the third time that he has won the women's Canadian golf tournament. Not surprisingly, he has dominated in other recent golf competitions for woman as well. Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, August 18th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ. Extra print U.S. Senate still has not passed Safeguard American Voter Eligibility The United States Senate continues to drag its feet on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility, or SAVE America, Act. The Senate has now adjourned for five weeks, and has no formal plans to try and pass the SAVE Act before fall.  President Donald Trump has repeatedly called on the Republican led Senate to secure American elections and to pass the SAVE Act, but to no avail. Republican Senator Mike Lee of Utah said, “We did our best, left no stone unturned. I wish the outcome had been different, both as to adjournment and as to these votes. This fight's not over. We're just getting started.” Contact your two U.S. Senators by phone or email and ask them to vote for the SAVE Act. 1,000 fake marriages to Chinese nationals in New York The Department of Justice charged 11 individuals in New York last week in a massive marriage fraud scheme. Per the Justice Department, more than 1,000 fake marriages were conducted, mostly between Chinese nationals seeking to obtain green card status in the United States. The operation had been running for more than 10 years.

In Episode 277, Greg and Pam discuss bands that start too late, movies, and contacting designers about pattern mistakes. Many thanks to knittingwithpurl Jess for the episode introduction! You can see the wedding dress she made here. We would love to have YOU record an introduction to the show! You can find details in the Ravelry Group Pages or on our website here. Check out our group on Facebook! We would love to have you join us there. GIVEAWAY: Check out our MONTHLY giveaway just because our listeners are AWESOME! You can enter the monthly giveaway using this Google Form. SUPPORT THE SHOW KnitPicks & Crochet.com We are KnitPicks and Crochet.com (owned by KnitPicks) Affiliates! This means if you are going to shop at KnitPicks or Crochet.com, and start by clicking their names, the Unraveling Podcast will get a small commission at no extra cost to you! It's an easy way to support the podcast passively. (Note: links to specific yarns or products will appear like https://shrsl.com/3xzh0 or https://tidd.ly/4mGsyws. These are correct and are custom links to track our account. They are safe!) Patreon You can financially support Unraveling…a knitting podcast on Patreon! Monthly membership levels are available at Swatch ($1), Shawl ($3), and Sweater ($6) and come with rewards like early access to book club episodes, access to a quarterly Zoom call, discounts on all Knitting Daddy patterns, and holiday cards. Everything available via Patreon is extra, the show remains unchanged and free. Financial support through through Patreon helps us cover expenses like web hosting, prizes, prize shipping, and equipment upgrades. ***Our next Patreon Zoom will be on August 29 at 1pm Eastern!*** NOTES Greg's Projects Greg bought some yarn from String Theory Colorworks to knit the Tidal shawl by Josh Ryks-Robinsky. Greg continues working on the Mini Drama shawl pattern for the set of minis that he recently acquired. Pam's Projects Pam worked on a pair of Fish Lips Kiss Heel Socks. She is using KnitPicks Psichidelica in the colorway Grounded. Pam is working on My Baker's Hat by eM knits. She is using Berroco Vintage. Pam worked on the Cloud Iridescence blanket by Kathyrn Bernard. She is using KnitPicks Mighty Stitch in fingering weight and several colors of mohair/alpaca silk yarns. Pam worked on Sun Salutation by Celia McAdam Cahill. She is using KnitPicks Gloss and Trailhead Yarns Cabot Trail. Pam worked on Freeform Favorite Crochet shawl by Lisa Doherty. If you are curious about Freeform Crochet you should check out Lisa's Instagram account.   Pam started the Vortex Throw and Pillows by Lisa Gentry. She is using Plymouth Yarn Coffee Beanz. Pam started and finished The Best Headband by Linda van Scheijndel. She used some leftover sock yarn by LoloDidIt in the colorway Versailles. (Doesn't look like she has it any more). Pam swatched for the Buttonside Sweater by Jennifer Dassau. She is using Meridian Mill House yarn in the Gastonia base. Pam cranked out a number of tubes (that she turned into hats) on her Sentro Knitting Machine.  She is making more. Here are links for the things Pam uses: Sentro Machine Weights Digital Row Counter Adapter for Screwdriver Electric Screwdriver She also added a "bumper of a 1/4" foam around the inside above the screws (reach out if you have questions!) Miscellaneous Greg mentioned that bars are giving up on young people and focusing on Gen X instead. Greg talked about how there are very few true 70mm IMAX theaters in the US. Pam ordered voter postcards from Signs of Justice. Craft Cook Read Repeat Bingo started May 22! Some of our Denver area listeners are meeting to knit monthly. If you are in the area and want to join in, reach out to martaschmarta. Greg can also be found talking about knitting and playing Dungeons & Dragons at Crits and Knits on Twitch. Affiliate Link Disclosure We are a KnitPicks Affiliate! This means that if you click on a KnitPicks link or Crochet.com, or the banner ad and make a purchase, we will receive a commission at no extra cost to you. This post contains affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link to Amazon and subsequently make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission from the sale. You pay the same, and the commissions will help cover our podcasting expenses. Our opinions are always our own. Find us all over the Internet Patreon: Unraveling…a knitting podcast Subscribe in iTunes: The Unraveling Podcast Podcast RSS Feed: Unraveling Podcast Facebook: Unraveling Podcast Instagram: @UnravelingPodcast Ravelry Group: Unraveling Podcast Greg is KnittingDaddy on Ravelry, @KnittingDaddy on Instagram, and also writes the KnittingDaddy blog. Pam is pammaher on Ravelry  and @pammaher on Instagram

Is Gen Z really struggling financially, or does the math tell a completely different story? From Fed data showing Gen Z's net worth outstripping Gen X at age 30 to Bill Maher's viral reality check on groceries and wages, we break down why the narrative doesn't match the numbers! Plus, why did American teenagers stop getting part-time jobs, and how is parent-funded plastic changing Gen Z's relationship with money? We dive into labor force trends, financial independence, and getting back to work!

On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about what's really happening with inventory, home prices and home sales. Related to this episode: Inventory edges slightly higher year over year as rates rise HousingWire | YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HousingWire Mortgage Banking Summit – October 1 More info about HousingWire Top 5 Trending: Why 2026 foreclosure gains are not a housing crash signal UWM faces class-action suit over hedge strategy Inventory edges slightly higher year over year as rates rise Zillow layoff details show severance terms and senior roles cut Where are boomers and Gen X moving in 2026? Want more from Sarah? Don't forget to subscribe! The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. Each morning, listen to editor in chief Sarah Wheeler talk to leading industry voices and get a deeper look behind the scenes of the top mortgage and real estate.

In this episode of The Chad & Cheese Podcast, hosts Chad Sowash and Joel Cheesman sit down with Sonja Breuer, Senior Vice President of HR at Hamra Enterprises a powerhouse franchise group operating over 200 locations across Wendy's, Panera Bread, and Noodles & Company.

On this episode of Beats, Vines & Life, we're diving deep into the rhythms of Gen X culture, Italian style, and the art of coastal winemaking with Elia Pellegrini, fourth-generation owner and vintner at Aia Vecchia—an estate rooted in the heart of Tuscany's vibrant wine scene. Raised among vineyards and steeped in classic traditions, Elia brings a fresh, modern vision to his family's legacy, where old-world philosophy meets the pulse of contemporary wine, food, and lifestyle.From memories of childhood football dreams and Sunday lunches heavy with wild boar and fresh pasta, to the complexities of selling Italian authenticity and navigating global wine markets, Elia's story is a celebration of legacy, evolution, and living la dolce vita. We dive into the nuances of Tuscan cuisine, the secrets behind Bolgheri's Bordeaux-inspired wines, and why Italy's next generation—whether on the vineyard or the soccer field—is all about balancing tradition, innovation, and a little bit of rock ‘n' roll swagger. Pour a glass, settle in, and get ready for a conversation that pairs perfectly with whatever's on your plate.For more information about Aia Vecchia Winer click the link!Follow Aia Vechhia on IG!____________________________________________________________Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers! Grenache Fest is BACK!!! Grenache Fest is coming to Waitsburg, Washington, bringing with it a focused, celebratory spotlight on one of the world's most important and expressive grapes. This year, we will start with a blind tasting seminar hosted by MJ Towler, Chauncey Arkfeld, and Michael Alberty, followed by smaller breakout sessions across town.Early Bird Ticket Sales are Live!Don't miss the premier event for winery direct-to-consumer sales and marketing—early-bird pricing for the DTC Wine Symposium in Monterey, CA, January 19-21, 2027 is now in effect until Labor Day. This year's event features an incredible lineup of visionary keynote speakers including André Huston Mack, Jermaine Stone, and Vinny Warren. Get ready to help your brand differentiate and build lasting consumer loyalty. In addition to our game-changing educational sessions and bootcamps, we are thrilled to introduce a brand-new golf tournament perfect for networking on the greens and our Cocktail party at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Register today by visiting: https://dtcwinesymposium.regfox.comSubscribe and give Beats Vines and Life a five-star review on whichever platform you listen to.For insider info from MJ and exclusive content from the show, sign up at blackwineguy.comFollow MJ @blackwineguyFollow Beats Vines and Life @beatsvinesandlifeFollow Totally Biased Wine Reviews on IGSign up for Totally Biased Wine ReviewsThank you to our sponsor, GrenacheFest. The Third Grenache Festival will be held on November 7th, 2026 in Waitsburg, Washington. It will feature a blind tasting seminar, followed by three breakout sessions and, of course, live music, food, plenty of Grenache wines, and tons of fun.For more information, go to GrenacheFestFollow GrenacheFest on IG GrenacheFest Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when two Gen X parents sit down with one of their Gen Z daughters to talk about Olivia Rodrigo? You get two generations, three perspectives, and plenty of opinions.In this episode, Giff, Brad, and Brad's daughter Isla dive into Olivia Rodrigo's you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, talking about the songs, the sound, the lyrics, and what makes Olivia such a massive star with a younger generation. Along the way, we look at how she has also connected many Gen Xers as well by following in the footsteps of many 80s and 90s hitmakers like David Byrne, The Cure, Smashing Pumpkins, Madonna and others. Listen now to hear where our musical tastes overlap and where they definitely don't!Support our show and join our Patreon!If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen!Follow us on your preferred social media:TwitterFacebookInstagram

Gen X Jace is back with us on the program. He brings us up to date in his home state of Texas. Then we expand to the country at large. Let's get into it.

Gen X Jace is back with us on the program. He brings us up to date in his home state of Texas. Then we expand to the country at large. Let's get into it.

-An SPLC scandal gives Rob enough material for an entire comedy set as he discusses federal charges against a former Southern Poverty Law Center CFO, allegations involving payments to informants, and the bizarre personal details surrounding the case. -Mary Walter joins Rob for a conversation that somehow travels from Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman and Gen-X childhoods to a contentious surrogacy case, abortion, New Jersey's surprisingly lofty livability ranking, Jersey diners, Wyoming winters, the possible resurrection of MySpace and Rob's first pilgrimage to Buc-ee's -Dearborn becomes the final battleground of the hour as Rob reacts to the police chief urging residents to stay home ahead of a planned anti-Islam protest at a city council meeting, arguing that residents have every right to demonstrate peacefully—and closing the hour with considerably more fireworks than MySpace ever generated. Today's podcast is sponsored by : PARAMOUNT PLUS - Don't Miss “Lioness” - all episodes NOW STREAMING on Paramount Plus RELIEF FACTOR - You don't need to live with aches & pains! Reduce muscle & joint inflammation and live a pain-free life by visiting http://ReliefFactor.com  GHOSTBED - I used to think a mattress was just furniture, until I got my GhostBed! GhostBed is offering my audience their lowest prices of the season, plus an extra 10% off. Go to http://GhostBed.com/CARSON and use promo code CARSON To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday… Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (http://patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) You can now WATCH and chat with The Rob Carson Show LIVE on Newsmax's social media channels (Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube, Rumble) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Podcasts Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Support the show on Patreon! - https://patreon.com/gogOther ways to support the show! - https://gog.show/donateJoin our Discord! - https://discord.gg/r4ZmSHBBuy some merch! - https://shop.gog.show/Welcome back from the vacation from hell, where apparently even California has its head in the sand(y beach). Meanwhile, Mark Zuckerberg unveiled his vision for an AI-powered utopia that mostly boils down to "trust humanity to do the right thing," which is a bold statement from the guy whose $300 million yacht apparently couldn't hear a Coast Guard distress call from a stranded family. Elsewhere, an AI agent booked a gym class by exploiting a security hole and kicking someone else off the waitlist, because nothing says "personal assistant" like accidental cybercrime. The EU is now requiring labels on realistic AI generated content, China is breaking up people and their chatbot companions, and OpenAI reportedly has achieved the ultimate AI ethics breakthrough: having no dedicated ethicist.The surveillance dystopia is also picking up speed. Flock tried to turn hundreds of thousands of rideshare and delivery drivers into a roving army of license-plate snitches, while every Flock camera in one Minnesota city was promptly sawed down and stolen. Meta's smart glasses continue their transformation into the preferred accessory of creeps and pickup-artist assholes, prompting pubs and other venues to ban them outright. Researchers found those glasses being used to secretly record and harass women, proving once again that every shiny new piece of wearable technology eventually gets repurposed as a tool for human depravity. And because apparently your car dashboard wasn't already commercial enough, BMW is now putting Spider-Man ads on the screens you paid tens of thousands of dollars to own.Finally, Apple is facing a class-action lawsuit over an iCloud Private Relay flaw that can expose your supposedly private IP address, Anthropic is watermarking Claude-generated text, SpaceXAI is taking another year to remove a pile of unpermitted gas turbines, and somebody is apparently stealing millions of dollars in AI hardware straight off California highways. We also hit Media Candy with Strange New Worlds, Silo, Broadchurch, Ted Lasso, and The X-Files, sweat through yet another Apple Fitness disaster, celebrate the sweet relief of escaping Spark, and ask the eternal Gen-X question: how did all this technology supposedly make life easier when we're still just sitting here surrounded by 47 goddamn tabs?Sponsors:CleanMyMac - Get Tidy Today! 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Go to SetApp and get started today!!!1Password - Get a great deal on the only password manager recommended by Grumpy Old Geeks! gog.show/1passwordShow notes at https://gog.show/758Watch on YouTube at https://youtu.be/NzS9Wo7D0yASHOW NOTESMark Zuckerberg's Answer to Growing AI Safety Concerns Is to Just Trust People to Do the Right ThingMark Zuckerberg's mega-yacht didn't respond to call for help from small boat in AlaskaAn OpenClaw agent reportedly hacked a gym's booking system and kicked someone off a waiting listEU will mandate labels on authentic-looking AI content starting August 2Beijing is forcing a mass breakup with AI loversOpenAI's Only Ethicist Reportedly Left Last Month. She Wasn't ReplacedGoogle's classic Search button is gone in a new AI-first homepageSpaceX's Earnings Show Elon Wiped Out Two-Thirds Of Twitter's Ad BusinessSpaceXAI says it will take a year to fully remove unpermitted gas turbines from its Mississippi data centerFlock Reportedly Tried to Turn Uber Drivers Into Mobile SnitchesAll of Winona Police Department's Flock cameras cut down and stolen‘The Worst I've Ever Seen': Cargo Thefts Have Turned Violent in Pursuit of AI HardwareBMW is forcing a weird Spider-Man ad onto its dashboard displaysTesla Driver Tries the Old ‘I Wasn't Driving' Excuse to Get Out of Speeding TicketApple faces class action lawsuit for fraud over iCloud Private Relay flawIs AI Disclosure Day here?Trackalot 1.3 Released!Popular Bars and Restaurants Are Banning Smart GlassesResearchers Show How Meta's 'Pervert Glasses' Are Used to Harass WomenPervert At Large (2013 Remaster)Renting a car and the clerk was wearing meta glasses.Star Trek: Strange New WorldsSiloBroadchurch S3Ted Lasso S4Ride or DieSugarInstadocs: The Prediction GamesBeetlejuice Beetlejuice‘The X-Files: I Want to Believe – Vrach Frankenshteyn' Has a Perfectly Creepy TrailerNirvanna the Band the Show the MovieSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recently, a dear friend asked me: "Do you and your husband actually get along all the time? Tell me the truth." So this week on Laugh Lines, we are pulling back the curtain on what it's actually like to be married, raise kids, AND work together every single day. We talk about the things we'll probably never agree on, why I have decision fatigue, and how sometimes it's okay to go to bed angry.We also get an update on Penn's Alzheimer's prevention journey. He recently overdid it at the gym and developed rhabdomyolysis, but what doctors learn from his bloodwork could have important implications for how new Alzheimer's blood tests are interpreted. Plus, we hear from you about the Gen X movies that hit VERY differently when you watch them with your kids. Clueless, Spaceballs, and Stand By Me. (Listen, it was a different time!)Finally, one thing we don't always agree on is what videos we make. So we also ask our Laugh Liners to let us know: Should we publish Penn's "Peeing In The Pool" parody? Buckle up for the world premiere right here on Laugh Lines. The decision is up to you! We love to hear from you! Leave us a message at 323-364-3929 or write the show at podcast@theholdernessfamily.com. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.Pre-order Get It Done & Have FunVisit Our ShopJoin Our NewsletterFind us on SubstackFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTokFollow us on FacebookLaugh Lines with Kim & Penn Holderness is an evolution of The Holderness Family Podcast, which began in 2018. Kim and Penn Holderness are award-winning online content creators known for their original music, song parodies, comedy sketches, and weekly podcasts. Their videos have resulted in over three billion views and over nine million followers since 2013. Penn and Kim are also authors of the New York Times Bestselling Books, ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide To (Mostly) Thriving With ADHD and All You Can Be With ADHD. They were also winners on The Amazing Race (Season 33) on CBS. Laugh Lines is hosted and executive produced by Kim Holderness and Penn Holderness, with original music by Penn Holderness. Laugh Lines is also written and produced by Ann Marie Taepke, and edited and produced by Sam Allen. It is hosted by Acast. Thanks for listening!00:00 Welcome to Laugh Lines!2:57 Do We Get Along16:01 Creative Differences20:08 Should We Post This?25:41 Things We Never Agree On30:45 Penn's Gonna Talk About Alzheimer's41:20 Reflecting On Gen X Movies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.