Throwback Thursday: Madonna March Madness
GenX Journeys
March Madness is back, and this time, we’re putting the spotlight on the Queen of Pop herself: Madonna! 👑🎤 Back in 2020, while the world was on pause, Return to the '80s March Madness kept the spirit alive by diving into a head-to-head battle of Madonna’s biggest hits. And to make things even more fun, I was joined by my very good friend Lizzie Newton, an ‘elder Millennial’ and massive Madonna fan, who brought a fresh and exciting perspective to the tournament. Not only did we break down each matchup, but we also recorded this one in person—turning it into a full-on listening...
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GenX Journeys: Real-Life Lessons from St. Elmo’s Fire
GenX Journeys
In this episode of GenX Journeys, we’re diving into one of the most iconic Brat Pack films of the ‘80s—St. Elmo’s Fire! This classic film perfectly captures the chaos, confusion, and camaraderie of life after college, and believe it or not, there are some powerful life lessons tucked inside all the drama. From shifting friendships to messy love, from defining success to stepping into the unknown, this movie still resonates decades later. And just like the characters in St. Elmo’s Fire, we’re all on our own journeys—figuring it out as we go. In This Episode, We’ll Cover: ✔️...
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Power Surge: A.J. Brown Honors Young Hero Andre ‘Tre’ Howard
GenX Journeys
In this week’s Power Surge, we share the incredible story of Andre “Tre” Howard III, a 10-year-old boy who showed unbelievable bravery in the face of tragedy. After a devastating plane crash, Tre instinctively shielded his younger sister, suffering a severe head injury but ultimately saving her life. When Tre woke up after surgery, his first concern? Whether he had missed the Super Bowl. That’s the kind of die-hard Eagles fan spirit that caught the attention of A.J. Brown, who promised to visit Tre after the big game—and he kept his word. Brown’s surprise hospital visit, complete...
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Throwback Thursday: Prince March Madness
GenX Journeys
Hey there, ‘80s fans! Welcome back to Throwback Thursday – Return to the '80s edition! It’s that time of year again—March Madness! But we’re not talking about basketball here. Oh no, we’re diving into our very own Return to the '80s March Madness music tournament! 🎶🏆 Now, if you’ve been with me for a while, you might remember that this all started back in the blog days when we kicked things off with Hall & Oates. It was such a blast that I decided to keep the tradition alive, and in 2019, we brought the tournament to the podcast—starting with none other than Prince....
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GenX Book Club: Stephen King’s Skeleton Crew – The Mist & The Monkey
GenX Journeys
Hosts: Paul Stroessner, Suzanne Mattaboni, Del Roehling 📚 In this episode of GenX Book Club, we dive into Stephen King’s chilling collection, Skeleton Crew! Suzanne, Del, and I take a deep look at two standout stories: The Mist and The Monkey. From the eerie atmosphere of a small-town supermarket trapped in a supernatural fog to a haunted toy monkey with a deadly agenda, we explore what makes these stories so unforgettable. 🎬 But that’s not all! We also discuss the movie adaptations—how they compare to the original stories, what worked, what didn’t, and how King’s storytelling...
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Power Surge: The Power of Reinvention – Gene Hackman’s Legacy
GenX Journeys
In this episode of Power Surge, we’re honoring the late Gene Hackman, a true legend who proved that reinvention is possible at any stage of life. Hackman wasn’t a Hollywood prodigy—he was told he would never make it. But instead of accepting defeat, he pushed forward, breaking into acting in his 30s and becoming one of the most respected actors of all time. Then, at age 74, he did something remarkable—he walked away from Hollywood on his own terms. No farewell tour, no clinging to past glory—just a smooth transition into his next passion: writing. His journey is proof that...
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Throwback Thursday: The '80s Cruise 2023
GenX Journeys
🚢 All aboard! With this year’s ‘80s Cruise setting sail this weekend, we’re throwing it back to one of our favorite episodes from 2023! In this episode, Del and I are joined by two of our absolute favorites—Claire Young and Caroline Connelly—who had just returned from that year’s epic voyage. They gave us the full rundown on: 🎸 Incredible live performances – The music was nonstop, with legendary ‘80s acts bringing the nostalgia to life. 🎭 Outrageous costumes and themed events – Because what’s an ‘80s Cruise without neon, leg warmers, and some truly unforgettable...
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The Power of Reinvention with Craig Siegel
GenX Journeys
Guest: Craig Siegel, Founder of CLS and author of The Reinvention Formula Episode Highlights: 🔹 From Wall Street to CLS – Craig’s bold leap from finance to building a purpose-driven personal development brand. 🔹 Going After Your Purpose – Why waiting for the "perfect moment" is a myth and how to take action now. 🔹 The Reinvention Formula – Insights from Craig’s book on mindset shifts and overcoming self-doubt. 🔹 Spirituality & Growth – How practices like Kabbalah shape Craig’s perspective on personal transformation. 🔹 Running & Connection – How running...
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Power Surge: Dashrath Manjhi – The Man Who Moved a Mountain
GenX Journeys
In today’s Power Surge, we’re diving into the incredible true story of Dashrath Manjhi, a man who spent 22 years carving a path through a mountain—by hand! His story is one of determination, resilience, and the power of a single person to make a massive impact. Episode Highlights 🪨 A Promise and a Mission – How Dashrath’s personal tragedy ignited an unbreakable resolve. ⛰ 22 Years, One Hammer, and Pure Determination – The unbelievable journey of a man vs. a mountain. 🌍 The Legacy of the Mountain Man – How his efforts transformed an entire community and continue to inspire...
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Throwback Thursday: Remembering Prince 🎸☔
GenX Journeys
🎤 Originally Released: May 1, 2016 🎙 Episode 2 of Return to the '80s On April 21, 2016, the world lost a musical icon—Prince. Originally, my co-host Robert and I planned to cover Fast Times at Ridgemont High as our second episode. But with the shocking news of Prince’s passing, we knew we had to dedicate this episode to celebrating his legendary career. In this special re-release, Robert and I reflect on Prince’s impact, legacy, and the unforgettable music he left behind. We also each share our top five Prince songs—some classics, some deep cuts, all incredible. Join us as we...
info_outlineOn this episode of Inspiring journeys, I present to you Episode 2 of the GenX Journeys series. This is a very special episode to me. My heart has been heavy as it was my late cousin Cecelia's birthday this week.
Cecelia and her husband John were Paranormal Investigators, and were pretty well known in that community. They had a YouTube channel, which is still up, called Crazy Cat Paranormal. It features episodes of some of their investigations as well as podcast interviews with some big names among the Paranormal Community, including stars from the show Ghost Hunters.
We tried for a very long time to have a crossover podcast episode, and we finally made it happen! We had been shooting for Halloween season in 2021, but our schedules wouldn't allow it until December. This episode was originally posted on December 10, 2021.
This was such a blast! I was just listening back to this and I busted out laughing several times! Cecelia had such a great sense of humor. My Return to the '80s cohost, Del Roehling and I joined Cecelia, John, and Cecelia's friend since childhood, Patty. And when Del showed signs of fear, Cecelia was all over it!
Cecelia needed to have heart surgery. After one of the surgical procedures, Cecelia never woke up again. She passed away on April 23, 2022 at the age of 55.
She really lived life to the fullest and I love her and miss her so much.
Life is so short, so get out there and enjoy the journey. And please enjoy this episode. You will fall in love with Cecelia. She brought so much joy to so many people, so I would like you to get a feel of it.
Music used from https://www.FesliyanStudios.com
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And now for something completely different! A horror movie podcast during Christmas season! Return to the '80s teamed up with Crazy Cat Paranormal for a very special crossover episode. Throw in a couple of cousins and long time buddies, add a good helping of Poltergeist discussion, stir it up with a little bit of Freddie Kruger and you get whatever the heck this episode devolved into!
We had so much fun, and this is entertaining. So come check it out and enjoy!
Let us know what you think about the Poltergeist movie and/or franchise. Have you had any paranormal experiences?
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