• Stuck In The Middle - A Gen X Podcast

  • Auteur(s): Jason Ek
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Stuck In The Middle - A Gen X Podcast

Auteur(s): Jason Ek
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  • Welcome to Stuck in the Middle - the podcast about the music, movies, and culture of Generation X.
    Copyright Jason Ek
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Musique Sciences sociales
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  • Gen X Guilt

    Gen X Guilt
    Feb 26 2025
    Why do I feel so guilty, Slackers?

    In a recent podcast, Tom Morello and Billy Corgan discussed a number of topics, but when Billy talked about "Gen X not having a second act” and Tom said he had “Punk Rock Guilt”, this really struck a chord with me.

    Growing up in the ‘80s and ‘90s—amid economic flux, cultural cynicism, and punk’s rebirth via hardcore and grunge — gave us a somewhat strange worldview. In 1989 Family Ties ended while Seinfeld just started to air. We went from wholesome to cynical in the blink of an eye.

    Morello talked about the uneasy feeling of raging against the system only to end up part of it - is that just an inevitable part of growing up or have we somehow let our younger, more idealistic selves down?

    As a parent I often wrestle with whether I have done the right things for my kids. And I certainly lament my restless, rudderless youth. This episode is a reflection on my own personal (and Gen X’s) struggle to reconcile our hedonistic, yet oddly idealistic, youth with the quiet regrets of middle age.
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    59 min
  • From Teen Stars to Hollywood Legends

    From Teen Stars to Hollywood Legends
    Feb 19 2025
    Feeling old yet, Slackers?

    When we were young, there were so many movie stars—and not just the Brat Pack. Sean Penn, Kiefer Sutherland, and Elisabeth Shue come to mind. Fast forward to today, and these former young heartthrobs and beloved teen idols have become Hollywood royalty, winning some of the industry’s most prestigious awards, including Golden Globes, Academy Awards, Emmys, and Tonys. Movies like TAPS and Fast Times at Ridgemont High boast numerous award winners, including multiple Oscar wins.

    While Sean Penn received recognition fairly early in his career, actors like Christian Slater and Jennifer Jason Leigh didn’t receive any significant award buzz until 30+ years into their careers. Though I’m an avowed Ferris Bueller hater, it was still pretty cool to see Alan Ruck (Cameron) receive nominations for his role on Succession.

    Although I don’t typically pay much attention to award shows, I’m rooting for Demi Moore to finally win the big one for her role in The Substance.

    We dive into how these stars have evolved—not just in their careers, but in their artistry—transforming from iconic teen roles into multi-award-winning performances. We explore their journeys from being the faces of an era to becoming respected actors and performers across different genres. It’s fascinating to see these once-young stars redefine what it means to age gracefully in Hollywood while staying relevant, admired, and celebrated.
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    1 h
  • The List Generation

    The List Generation
    Feb 12 2025
    Top 5 all time, Slackers!

    Ever wonder why we have always been "list" oriented - or maybe that's just me? "Top 5" this or "Top 10" that - from Casey Kasem's American Top 40, MTV's Top 20 Countdown, later TRL, to Rolling Stone Magazine's Top 500 series, lists have been a regular part of our lives.

    With the advent of the internet, many of us were the early adopters of "listicles" on web forums where we chimed in on "Top 5 Tag Teams" or "Top 5 Video Games". Fast forward 20+ years and the list format drives everything from Netflix & Spotify algorithms, to targeted ads. In fact, lists likely drive commerce!

    For many of us, lists are what drives debates, and as long as people keep it civil, this has always been our way of communicating. Back in the day it could be debates on "best running backs", or "best metal guitarist". It's all subjective but that's what makes it fun.

    There's also some talk about the Big Game, Boston sports, and the many opinions on the Half TIme show.
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    39 min

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