GenXplainers

GenXplainers
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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.https://linktr.ee/genxplainers

  1. Episode 322: The Perfect Song - San Andreas Fault

    12/08/2025

    Episode 322: The Perfect Song - San Andreas Fault

    The GenXplainers podcast takes a listen to a song from former 10,000 Maniacs front-woman Natalie Merchant. The 1st track on her debut solo album showcases her beautiful vocals and subtle musical arrangement. But is it "perfect"?  Let us explain...  #perfectsong #tigerlily Support the show

    22 min
  2. Episode 321: The Perfect Song - Add It Up

    12/02/2025

    Episode 321: The Perfect Song - Add It Up

    Discovered by members of the Pretenders, this lo-fi trio brought a new sound into the mainstream. Sometimes described as "folk-punk" it came at just the right time to get the attention of your GenXplainers panel. This song from their 1983 debut album is a prime example of that unique sound. But is it "perfect"?  Let us explain...  #perfectsong #violentfemmes #additup Support the show

    21 min
  3. Episode 320: The Perfect Song - You're All I Need to Get By

    11/23/2025

    Episode 320: The Perfect Song - You're All I Need to Get By

    The GenXplainers panel looks at a classic R&B track by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. This song of love and devotion has the fantastic vocals and arrangement we've come to expect. But is it "perfect"?  Let us explain...  #perfectsong #marvingaye #tammiterrell Support the show

    20 min

  4. 11/23/2025

    Episode 319: Rembering Diane Keaton

    The wonderful Diane Keaton passed away recently so the GenXplainers panelists got together to discuss the multi-talented actress' career and impact pop culture. An impact not limited to the film world, but also the world of fashion. Independent, entertaining, iconic. She will be missed.  https://linktr.ee/genxplainers Support the show

    44 min
  5. Episode 318: The Perfect Song - My Backwards Walk

    10/21/2025

    Episode 318: The Perfect Song - My Backwards Walk

    The GenXplainers podcast take on an early track from indie band Frightened Rabbit. It has heartfelt lyrics and builds in intensity as it goes, which the panel loves. However, a surprise percussive layer at the end causes some controversy. It is certainly pleasing in general. But is it "perfect?  Let us explain...  Photo/video credits:  •Live Nov 2008 – Barry Mangham, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons •Lollapalooza, July 29, 2016 - Michael Hickey/Getty Images •Interview on FaceCulture https://youtu.be/u9_8PrBn2rs?si=hDUDcenCJySSm5iv  #perfectsong #frightenedrabbit #scotthutchison Support the show

    24 min
  6. Episode 317: The Perfect Song - The Model

    10/08/2025

    Episode 317: The Perfect Song - The Model

    Matt's electronic/synth-pop song candidates have not fared well in the past. Sweet Dreams by Eurythmics & Gary Numan’s Cars were shot down mercilessly. So, this time, he is going right to the source.  The GenXplainers Podcast talks about a seminal track from electronic music pioneers Kraftwerk. The influence of their sound and aesthetic cannot be overstated and this song is a tight, evocative masterpiece. But is it "perfect"?  Let us explain...  #perfectsong #kraftwerk #themodel Support the show

    31 min
  7. Episode 316: The Perfect Song - Born to Run

    09/27/2025

    Episode 316: The Perfect Song - Born to Run

    Time for another GenXplainers high school reunion episode. This time we talk about a classic rock tune that was a hit years before we were in high school. We all knew it, though. Everybody did. It was the first major hit from an artist dubbed "the future of rock and roll". The song definitely rocks. But is it perfect?  Let us explain...  Photo credit – BTR single cover: By record label - discos, Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=69209406 Making of Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen Directed, Produced, and Edited by Thom Zimny Thrill Hill Productions https://youtu.be/2LEhjhhUGEQ?si=SmJDmDwXCYTFcDrh IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0791651/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk Drum track: https://youtu.be/rpdA1aEHvuw?si=SN-UNZvvEQK4DHCQ Bleachers – Chinatown ft. Bruce Springsteen video: https://youtu.be/E4uA85iWsIg?si=xds5JRpBFfHlqPJY #perfectsong #springsteen #borntorun Support the show

    39 min
  8. Episode 315: The Perfect Song - Here It Is Tomorrow

    09/12/2025

    Episode 315: The Perfect Song - Here It Is Tomorrow

    The GenXplainers panel judge a song by the best band you never heard of, Game Theory. Scott Miller with the help of producer Mitch Easter produced a power pop masterpiece with amazing lyrics. But is it "perfect"?  Let us explain...  Scott Miller1986 interview #perfectsong #gametheory #scottmiller Support the show

    26 min
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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.https://linktr.ee/genxplainers

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  • Creator
    GenXplainers
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    121
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 GenXplainers
  • Show Website
    GenXplainers

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