The Best of GenX
Welcome to The Best of GenX with 40-something siblings, Mary Beth & Joe! We talk about adulting in a world so different from the one we grew up in.
So excuse us while we save a generation one episode at a time...
Episodes
49 episodes
Episode 49 - Your Gen X Guide to Surviving the Holidays
Stressed about the holiday season? We GOT you!We're embracing our generational roots in today's conversation and reminding ourselves that midlife is merry.Laughter burns calories. The right playlist is recovery. Rest is rebellion....
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Episode 49
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Episode 48 - GenX Goes to the PNW!
The trip we've been preparing for all year did NOT disappoint!
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Episode 48
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1:58:13
Episode 47 - We Made Joe Watch Romeo + Juliet (ft. Miss Lila of GenZ)
I finally convinced Joe to watch one of my favorite movies, and Miss Lila sits down with us to give a GenZ take on Baz Luhrmann's 1996 hit, Romeo + Juliet!
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Episode 47
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Episode 46 - Foodies, Inc.
Remember when fast food used to be awesome?We do. Join us!
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Episode 46
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1:29:36
Episode 45 - GenX Goes to Scotland!
Hear all about our first European vacation to our motherland, Scotland - biggest surprises, favorite spots and experiences, and much more!
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Episode 45
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Episode 44 - Hormones, Hot Flashes, & Bladders, Oh My!
Andi's back to talk to us about pelvic health and debunk a few myths that could improve your quality of life... or even save it!(Andi's mic did cut out halfway through this episode without me realizing it, but you can still hear her, and...
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Episode 44
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Episode 43 - A Family Game (for the Relatives You Still Talk To)
We're back with another round of thought-provoking questions to help families grow closer together. It's Tales: Family Edition!
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Episode 43
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Episode 42 - What GoT Got Wrong (ft. Alonzo & Heehaw Jockenberry)
iykykLet's get into THIS.
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Episode 42
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Episode 41 - The Game Night That Hits Different
Here's one you can add to your Game Night rotation. We're goin' there with We're Not Really Strangers, a probing questions card game that helps people connect on a deeper level.
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Episode 41
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Episode 40 - The Lies Grownups Told Us
Swallowing gum? Sitting too close to the TV? Quicksand...?Lies. All LIES, I tell you!
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Episode 40
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Episode 39 - Dude... Where's My Sunscreen?
Find out how our big family trip went, our favorite hotspots, and how Joe lost his... well, everything!
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Episode 39
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Episode 38 - Random Hot Takes
From political foolishness to food, we're throwin' down some fightin' words.
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Episode 38
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Episode 37 - The Soundtrack of Our Youth
Today on The Best of Gen X, we’re flipping through the notes of our youth to relive the songs that scored our coming-of-age moments — the soundtrack of our lives. So grab your headphones, cue the power ballads, and get ready for a nostalgic mix...
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Episode 37
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Episode 36 - Your Mom (Vol. II)
Join us as we celebrate motherhood, TV moms, our own Mommy, and of course, more insults about YOUR mom!
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Episode 36
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Episode 35 - Forgiveness
We tackle a heavy topic on this Easter Sunday... Forgiveness.What is it? What is it NOT? How do you do it? When? And most of all, why?Let's GOOOOOOOO!
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Episode 35
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Episode 34 - When I Grow Up, I Wanna Be...
We count the many ways we finished that sentence through the years and recall the fateful decisions that shaped our actual career paths.
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Episode 34
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Episode 33 - Our First (But Definitely Not Last!) Comic Con
We're sharing every detail of our very first Comic Con in Indianapolis... ...or as we will henceforth be referring to it - the Best.Day.Ever.Also, be sure to visit adamkleinertart.com
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Episode 33
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Episode 32 - European Vacation (for Dummies)
We keep saying we're going to do it. We even got our passports. Today, we took another step forward by talking to our friend and seasoned traveler, Amanda B. She's telling us about some of her adventures abroad and sharing helpful tips for plan...
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Episode 31 - License to Drive
Remember the good old days of Driver's Ed, getting your license, first cars, and fender benders? That thrilling first taste of freedom?We do! Join us for a conversation about a time when driving was fun.... and why it's such a chore in o...
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Episode 30 - Happy (Anti)Valentine's Day!
We asked, and you delivered - join us for our (Anti)Valentine's Day special where we review one of the greatest films in cinematic history. A perfect date-night movie.... The Silence of the Lambs.
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Episode 30
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Episode 29 - The Great Cope of 2025
It’s been a BIG week. People are feeling some kinda way. We understand. And today’s episode is our official call to UNITY. But first, we’re gonna have to make fun of some of you just a little bit. Actually, we’re gonna ...
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Episode 28 - What's New.
That’s not a question, by the way. We’re telling you what’s new right now - with us, the country, the world, pop culture. According to the news and online trends, there are all sorts of things we’re supposed to care about at the moment. We l...
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Episode 27 - The Power of Love (Christmas Edition)
Remember that time I got married on Christmas night in my brother's living room? That story and more in today's episode! We also take a look at how The Best of GenX did in its first year, how we did in 2024, and share some of our goals...
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Episode 27
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