GenXplainers
Where we look at pop culture from a personal and generational perspective and examine how the music, movies and television of our formative years shaped our tastes and attitudes of GenerationX. Personal POVs and tories capture the time and contextualize the art of our youth.
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Episodes
104 episodes
Episode 305: The Perfect Song - Breaking the Law
The GenXplainers Podcast looks back at a 1980 Heavy Metal classic. It is extremely catchy and lyrically deeper than expected. But is it "perfect"? Let us explain...#perfectsong #ju...
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Season 3
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Episode 305
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21:39
Episode 304: The Perfect Song - Live to Tell
Madonna had mostly been known for upbeat dance his when this song released. From her second album "True Blue", it showed a maturity and depth not seen up to that point. Emotional, dark and lyrically mysterious, this track held some surprises fo...
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Season 3
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Episode 304
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16:58
Episode 303: The Perfect Song - One Way or Another
We love Blondie! And the GenXplainers podcast looks at one of their biggest hits. It was inspired by a stalker and a 60's surf guitar band. But is it "perfect"? Let us explain... ...
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Season 3
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Episode 303
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13:57
Episode 302: The Perfect Song - Natural's Not in It
The GenXplainers podcast ponders the perfection of a song from post-punk pioneers. Gang of Four's debut album had a number of great songs and this one is no exception. Punchy and propulsive with sharp, buzzy guitar, funky bass and a unique beat...
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Season 3
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Episode 302
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16:06
Episode 301: Latchkey TV - Monty Python's Flying Circus
Season 3 of the GenXplainers podcast begins with a look at the television of our youth Monty Python's Flying Circus aired on our local PBS station, and was one of the cornerstones of our senses o...
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Season 3
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Episode 301
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54:10
Episode 247: The Perfect Song - Don't Fear the Reaper
The GenXplainers have a fever! And the only prescription is more cowbell! So we taking a look at a 1989 hit by Blue Öyster Cult that got a new lease on life in 2000 when it was featured in a classic SNL sketch. It a driving tune with a smooth v...
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Season 2
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Episode 247
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21:01
Episode 246: The Perfect Song - Fight the Power
A classic rap tune from the GenXplainers archive, this one was controversial at the time of release. Perhaps not so shocking today but sadly still relevant, it has a sound that our panelists love. But is it "perfect?" Let us
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Season 2
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Episode 246
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18:44
Episode 245: Old Dogs, New Tracks - More 2024 Albums (BONUS EPISODE)
While the GenXplainers podcast is on hiatus between Season 2 and Season 3, we are publishing episodes previously available only on Patreon or from the GenXplainers unpublished episode archives. Look for brand new Season 3 episodes in the coming...
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Season 2
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Episode 245
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12:13
Episode 244: The Acting Roles of Albert Brooks (BONUS EPISODE)
While the GenXplainers podcast is on hiatus between Season 2 and Season 3, we are publishing episodes previously available only on Patreon or from the GenXplainers unpublished episode archives. Look for brand new Season 3 episodes in the coming...
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Season 2
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Episode 244
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11:05
Episode 243: The Perfect-est Song - Season 2 Tournament Bracket
As we wrap up season 2 of the GenXplainers Podcast, we do our annual roundup of the season's "perfect" songs. Sixteen contenders face off tournament bracket-style until one song comes out on top. Last season, Kate Bush's "Running Up That Hill" ...
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Season 2
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Episode 243
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Episode 242: The Perfect Song - 99 Problems
The GenXplainers podcast hits a 2004 song by Shawn Carter, aka Beyoncè’s husband. Jay-Z brings phenomenal lyrical storytelling while Rick Rubin infuses some old-school rap & rock energy into this now-classic hit song. But is it “perfect”?
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Season 2
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Episode 242
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20:30
Episode 241: The Perfect Song - Dog Days Are Over
The GenXplainers podcast hits a song from 2008 that features a heavy beat, stops & starts, and a beautiful lead vocal. Your panel loves a song that builds and this one certainly does. But is it “perfect”?Let us explain…
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Season 2
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Episode 241
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18:00
Episode 240: The Perfect Song - Tom Sawyer
The GenXplainers podcast again welcomes special guest Blanchard Ryan. You know her from the films “Open Water”, “Beerfest” and the series “Orange is the New Black” among others. And this week she will join in the discussion aboot a huge hit fro...
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Season 2
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Episode 240
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31:58
Episode 239: 2025 Oscar Nominees
Better late than never, they say. Here is our podcast discussing the 2025 Oscar nominees for Best Picture. You've already forgotten what they are, haven't you?Enjoy!linktr.ee/genxplainers
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Season 2
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Episode 239
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1:15:48
Episode 238: The Perfect Song - Carry on Wayward Son
The GenXplainers podcast welcomes special guest Blanchard Ryan. You know her from the films “Open Water”, “Beerfest” and the series “Orange is the New Black” among others. And this week she is bringing a song by 70’s superstars Kansas. Arguably...
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Season 2
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Episode 238
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22:20
Episode 237: The Perfect BREAKUP Song - Valentine's Day 2025
Happy Valentine’s Day from the GenXplainers Podcast! Last year we picked some perfect love songs to talk about and we agreed on “This Must Be the Place” by Talking Heads as the most perfect. This year we each brought a song about th...
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Season 2
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Episode 237
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41:23
Episode 236: The Perfect Song - In the Fade
This week we look at a song nominated by our guest Steve. It is a track from the major label debut of Queens of the Stone Age and features vocals from Mark Lanegan. We could agree that is was a fine song. But is it "perfect"?Let us expl...
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Season 2
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Episode 236
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18:47
Episode 235: The Perfect Song - Under Pressure
A collaboration of two hugely influential artists, this song hit big with the help of a memorable music video and amazing vocal performances. And samples from it were used in another huge hit, about which your panel has some opinions. It is a c...
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Season 2
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Episode 235
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17:07
Episode 234: The Perfect Song - All Along the Watchtower
The GenXplainers podcast welcomes a special guest to discuss a song recorded by two rock legends only months apart. The song is brilliantly written, but which version is better? And are either of them "perfect"? Let us
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Season 2
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Episode 234
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16:39
Episode 233: Old Dogs, New Tracks - 2024 Albums
Another year has come and gone and your GenXplainers Podcast is back again with a review of some new albums from some old artists. Enjoy! Let us explain... Check out the
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Episode 232: The Perfect Song - Ever Fallen in Love
Today on the GenXplainers podcast, we take a look at a song by Buzzcocks. This track is classic punk pop, or is it pop punk? One thing for sure, it’s catchy and get will you moving. But is it perfect? Let us
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Season 2
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Episode 232
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18:15
Episode 231: The Perfect Song - Band on the Run
The GenXplainers Podcast takes on a classic track with multiple musical sections. It's by a former Beatle, so it should really rile up the Boomers! And while we previously published an episode about a multi-sectional song by a different Beatle ...
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Season 2
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Episode 231
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23:07
Episode 230: Worst Holiday Songs
From the Patreon Archives comes an episode exploring the worst holiday songs. These are ju...
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Season 2
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Episode 230
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10:13
Episode 229: The Perfect Song - Back to Black
For Black Friday, the GenXplainers podcast goes back to a hit song the draws from as inspiration. It has the sound of a 60's girl group and unmistakable vocals. A fantastic song of mourning a love lost. But is it "perfect"? Let us ...
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Season 2
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Episode 229
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19:18
Episode 228: The Perfect Song FACE-OFF - Smashing Pumpkins
This week the GenXplainers podcast pits two Smashing Pumpkins tracks against each other. “ZERO” is an angst-filled assault with blistering guitars while “1979” is a bouncy nostalgic trip back to the freedom and uncertainty of youth. Both ...
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Season 2
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Episode 228
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