Thirteen CDs for a Penny? Was Gen X the MOST Advertised to Generation?
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Thirteen tapes for a penny from Columbia House? Win a million dollars if you order some magazines from Publisher's Clearing House? PART of a complete breakfast? Learning to break dance from Alfonso Ribero's BOOK? In the 80's they really went all in on getting our attention—and our allowance money. Gen X grew up in an advertising wonderland, where every cartoon had a toy line, every cereal had a mascot, and everything we saw on TV was a commercial in disguise. In this episode, Don and Eva talk bout their favorite ads and how marketers targeted an entire generation with jingles,...
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Q&A Sunday - Which Black Movies from the 80s and 90s Shaped Our Generation?
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For this special Q&A Sunday during Black History Month, we’re discussing the unforgettable Black movies that shaped our childhoods and helped define a generation. From classics like Coming to America, Friday, and House Party, to deeper stories like Boyz n the Hood and School Daze, we’re celebrating the creativity, humor, love, and realness that Black filmmakers and actors brought to the screen. We’re answering your questions about: Our favorite Black movies from the 80s and 90s Which movies stayed with us (and why!) How these films...
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Q&A Sunday - Black History Month Gen X Culture Edition
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This Black History Month, let's take it back to the Gen X era! In this special Q&A Sunday episode, Don and Eva answer questions about the impact of Black culture from the ‘70s through the early 2000s. From the music that shaped a generation to the TV shows, movies, and historical moments that defined our time, they're bringing nostalgia and knowledge. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ycNPgC0vho Which Black Gen X icons had the biggest influence? What cultural shifts changed the game? We’ve got the answers—and maybe a few debates along the way! Want to catch...
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Q&A SUNDAY - What are the Keys to a Successful Marriage?
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This Q&A Sunday, we’re talking about what it takes to have a successful marriage! From communication and trust to navigating challenges together, we’re sharing our thoughts on making relationships last. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to join the conversation every Sunday! You can also check out our Q&A Sunday playlist on to see all the questions we’ve answered so far. Drop your thoughts in the comments on Facebook, Spotify, or This Q&A Sunday, we’re talking about what it takes to have a successful marriage! From communication and trust to navigating challenges...
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Gen X Anxiety EXPLAINED: Are Baby Boomers Responsible?
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Did Baby Boomers create the perfect storm for Gen X anxiety? Or did they accidentally raise the most resilient (and hilariously unbothered) generation ever? In this episode, Eva and Don break down the chaos of growing up Gen X—where every game, playground, and news report felt like the apocalypse was just around the corner. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPL5EaqZeyc In this episode: The nerve-wracking games like Operation and the Pop-Up Tic Tac Toe game that made kids sweat! Playground warfare: dodgeball, Red Rover, and other borderline-dangerous games that...
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Should you break up with an otherwise perfect guy because of his...
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This week, we need you to tell us - Is she the a-hole? Here's the dilema. "I’m a 49-year-old woman dating a great 52-year-old man, but he has a massive figurine collection that I can’t see myself living with. Would I be the a-hole for ending the relationship over this?" Read the full story here - Where to find us: Instagram - Facebook Page - YouTube - Twitter - TikTok - Threads - Email List - Podcasting Help:
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Which 80s Toys Were Every Gen X Kid’s Dream?
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Did you ever dream of cruising the neighborhood on a Big Wheel, baking tiny cakes in an Easy-Bake Oven, or ruling over the ultimate Barbie Dream House? In this episode of Chat and Bother, Don and Eva take a nostalgic trip back to the 80s, reminiscing about the toys they desperately wanted as Gen X kids—some they got, some they didn’t, and some that still haunt them to this day. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJu2_SFBEFQ From Tonka Trucks to backgammon sets, they explore how childhood toy wishes shaped their emotions (and maybe their need for therapy now)....
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AITA: Affair Baby Gets Tuition, Our Child Gets Nothing
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This week, Don and Eva tackle a heated AITA post that’s sparking plenty of opinions. A mother is thinking about taking her ex-husband to court to help pay for their child’s private school tuition after discovering he’s planning to pay tuition at the same school for his other child with his current wife. The twist? The ex might not be able to afford both, and tensions are running high as questions of fairness, finances, and parental responsibility come into play. Don and Eva break down the situation, debating whether the mom is justified in her actions or if she’s stirring up...
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How Did Your High School Coaches Impact Your Character and Future?
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In this episode of Chat and Bother, Don and Eva discuss the lasting influence of high school coaches and the powerful impact they have on shaping our character and future. Whether you were an athlete, mathlete, academic decathlete, debater, mock trial member, or watched it all from the sidelines, coaches often play a pivotal role in our development—far beyond the field, court, or stage. Join us as we share personal stories, discuss life lessons learned through discipline, teamwork, and perseverance, and reflect on how these experiences continue to guide our decisions today. Did...
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Part 2: Sending Gen Z to College - What Has Changed?
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In this episode of Chat and Bother, Don and Eva discuss their recent experience of moving kids into their college dorms and how it’s changed over the years. They’ll compare the practical, no-frills dorm decorating of the 90s—milk crates and posters, anyone?—to the carefully coordinated, Pinterest-inspired setups of today - powered by parents. We’ll also examine the shift in parenting styles, discussing how Gen X parents are much more involved in their kids’ college lives compared to the hands-off approach many boomer parents took. Join us for a conversation about how these...
info_outlineAre Gen Xers too busy taking care of the Boomers and rolling their eyes at millennials and Gen Y to embrace bubble baths and scented candles? In this episode, Don and Eva tackle the root causes of their self-care avoidance. It seems the world is trying HARD to convince Gen X that self-care should be "a thing." From meditation apps to 24-hour spas, the relaxation industry has set its sights on the workaholic generation. Why isn't Gen X buying it?
Will they ever learn to love the art of relaxation, or will they forever be caught in an infinite loop of work hard, play hard?