Breath Control & Bad Decisions

School Without The Evidence or Internet. Ask Google? No.. ask a fuggin Librarian.

The conversation delves into the experiences of school life before the internet, the art of passing notes, and embarrassing classroom moments. It explores the absence of

Trapper Keepers, Toughskins and Tears: Back to School Shopping Before the Internet.

The conversation revolves around the nostalgic experience of back-to-school shopping, including the excitement of selecting school supplies, clothing, and accessories. It

Chernobyl: Not Great, Not Terrible. Actually...TERRIBLE.

The podcast episode revisits the Chernobyl disaster, highlighting the impact on Gen X and the broader implications of the event. It explores the cultural context of the 1

Gen X Childhood Fears: Quicksand, The Bermuda Triangle & Other Ways We Though We'd Die.

Salty J and Jenn X discuss childhood fears and irrational phobias, reflecting on the impact of media and cultural influences on their perceptions of danger. The conversat

Gen X Horror Movies: Jaws, Poltergeist, The Exorcist & Other Childhood Mistakes

Breath Control and Bad Decisions delves into the topic of trauma, popcorn, and poor parenting, exploring the impact of scary movies on Gen Xers and their childhood experi

The Nights We Slept On Concrete- How Gen X Bought Concert Tickets.

The Gen X experience of camping out for concert tickets, waiting in line, the anticipation of ticket purchase, concert experiences, and memories, as well as challenges an

No GPS, No Cell Phones, No Problem...Until Dad Refused to Ask for Directions.

The challenges of driving without modern car technology, manual navigation, and the experiences of road trips with old car features. It highlights the reliance on manual

Pelvis, Peanut Butter & Prescription Drugs | How Gen X Remembers Elvis

The evolution of Elvis Presley in the 70s, exploring his music, style, and personal struggles. It also discusses his jumpsuit era, lifestyle, and personal relationships,

Raised on Hose Water and misinformation LIES our parents told us and we believed without question.

The conversation delves into childhood lies, parental influence, food myths, urban legends, family anecdotes, technological and cultural shifts, work ethic, and the influ

Trust Issues: The Tylenol Murders & Why Gen X Checks Everything

The Chicago Tylenol Murders of 1982 shook the nation and led to significant changes in packaging and safety measures for over-the-counter medication. The unsolved mystery

Mall Rats, Food Courts & Questionable Fashion Choices

The conversation delves into the nostalgic memories of the mall as a social hub, the sensory experiences, food court memories, mall layout and stores, dining experiences,

Minimum Wage & Maximum Trauma- Gen X First Jobs

The conversation delves into the experiences of child labor and character building, highlighting the challenges and expectations faced by young workers. It then explores

Sid and Marty Krofft- What in the HR Pufnstuf were they smoking?

Exploring the wild world of Sid and Marty Krofft, creators of fantastical children's shows from the late 60s and early 70s. The conversation delves into the surreal and e

The Goonies: A deep dive into 1980s Child Neglect & Pirate Economics

The conversation delves into the nostalgic impact of 'The Goonies' on the speakers' childhood, exploring themes of adventure, friendship, and misfit characters. It also t

The Scholastic Cartel: Goosebumps, Erasers & Pizza Incentives

The conversation delves into the nostalgic experience of childhood book fairs, the allure of stationery and accessories, the influence of childhood reading choices, the i

Tin Cans to Typing Bubbles- How Gen X learned to communicate and then unlearned it.

The conversation delves into the evolution of communication, from childhood experiences to the impact of technology on modern communication. It explores the challenges an

John Lennon: Genius, Jerk, or both?

The episode is a sarcastic deep dive into the life and impact of John Lennon to gen X, exploring his music, personality, and the events surrounding his tragic death. It a

Insert Coin to Continue. Gen-X Raised itself and also beat Donkey Kong

The conversation delves into nostalgic arcade memories, classic video games, and gaming experiences, covering topics such as pinball, stressful games, home gaming, resili

Coke Mirrors and Carney Lies- Surviving the County Fair

The podcast conversation delves into the nostalgic experiences of 80s and 90s carnivals, exploring the thrill of rides, games, and fashion trends that defined the era. It

I want my MTV.....and also a nap.

The launch of MTV in 1981 revolutionized the music industry, transforming the way people discovered and experienced music. It also influenced fashion, culture, and the ri