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Episode 44 - Women in Charge: Our Fantasy Presidential Cabinet

Collective Loathing

Release Date: 03/27/2025

Episode 48 - Silver Fox's Soundtrack: Behind the Music show art Episode 48 - Silver Fox's Soundtrack: Behind the Music

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Join the 'Collective Loathing' crew in this special episode as they dive deep into the art of creating the ultimate Gen X mix tape. Featuring detailed insights from Silver Fox, the team discusses their personal connections and memories tied to iconic songs from various eras. From Bob Marley's 'Redemption Song' to David Bowie's 'Ziggy Stardust,' this episode delves into the emotional landscapes these tracks evoke. Also, hear them address humorous, topical news, including KFC toothpaste and NASA's space poop challenge. An engaging blend of heartfelt music discussions and middle-aged humor you...

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Join three middle-aged Gen X men as they finally get their voices heard in the latest episode of Collective Loathing. In this podcast, they navigate through a series of hilarious and sometimes inappropriate discussions about generational experiences, current events, and even create a fantasy presidential cabinet composed entirely of women from history, fiction, and reality. From the woes of women's history month to bizarre news stories, nothing is off-limits as they shed light on the underrated greatness of Generation X.   00:00 Introduction: The Forgotten Generation...

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Join three middle-aged Gen X men as they finally get their voices heard in the latest episode of Collective Loathing. In this podcast, they navigate through a series of hilarious and sometimes inappropriate discussions about generational experiences, current events, and even create a fantasy presidential cabinet composed entirely of women from history, fiction, and reality. From the woes of women's history month to bizarre news stories, nothing is off-limits as they shed light on the underrated greatness of Generation X.
 
00:00 Introduction: The Forgotten Generation
01:12 Welcome to Collective Loathing
01:37 Testosterone Talk
01:58 Women's History Month Reflections
03:15 Creating a Fantasy Government
03:30 Technical Difficulties and Voicemail
04:41 Listener Feedback: Gen X Actresses
06:38 Building a Presidential Cabinet of Women
08:18 Crazy News Stories: Texas and Florida
16:36 Teacher Scandals and Controversies
23:04 Field Trips Gone Wrong
33:02 Women Ruling the World
36:52 Choosing Real People for the Department of Commerce
37:35 Madam CJ Walker: The First African American Millionaire
38:24 Controversial Opinions on Oprah and Space Lasers
39:03 Nominees for the Department of Defense
41:02 Debating the Department of Education
43:34 Department of Energy: Real and Fictional Candidates
45:22 Health and Human Services: TV Doctors and Real Professionals
46:21 Homeland Security: Fictional Warriors and Spies
48:14 Housing and Urban Development: Superheroes and Real-Life Heroes
49:04 Department of the Interior: Protecting Our Land
51:07 Department of Justice: Judge Judy Takes the Stand
51:49 Department of Labor: From Rosie the Riveter to Leslie Knope
53:09 Secretary of State: Princess Leia's Diplomatic Skills
54:22 Department of Transportation: Rosa Parks and Fast & Furious
56:26 Department of Treasury: Ruthless and Rich Candidates
57:10 Department of Veterans Affairs: Real and Fictional Heroes
58:34 Press Secretary: The Voice of the White House
59:56 Vice President and President: The Final Picks
01:03:20 Conclusion: Wrapping Up the Discussion