Jon

Jon Reddick is a well-credentialed nerd of the 80s, classic game fan, and technology geek. He merged those interests into the creation of GenXGrownUp: a weekly podcast and YouTube channel which explores and celebrates media, games, tech, toys, comics, and pop culture of yesterday and today through the eyes of Generation X'ers.

Heavy Barrel My Arcade Micro Player Review

My Arcade Micro Player is back with the Data East favorite, Heavy Barrel. How will it tackle that unusual controller for this pint-sized unit? My Arcade Heavy Barrel » amzn.to/2I8b8qy My Arcade Karate Champ » amzn.to/2Thc7sv My Arcade Pac-Man » amzn.to/2AJ186Q My Arcade BurgerTime » amzn.to/2O9biQ8 My Arcade Dig-Dug » amzn.to/2ADbi8Q My Arcade Galaga » […]

Jon

June 2, 2019

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The Dewey Decimal System

About This Episode What is older than most money in circulation and enjoys talking about the Dewey Decimal System? GenXGrownUp! OK, OK, it may not sound like the most exciting topic but we think you will find this entertaining and informative…. really. Trust us. Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Website » […]

Jon

May 30, 2019

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MegaCon Orlando 2019 Special Edition

About This Episode GenXGrownUp visited Orlando, FL April 16-19 for MegaCon Orlando 2019. After we all made it back home safe & sound, we had a burning desire to compare notes and share all there was to see and do at this year’s event. Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Website » […]

Jon

May 25, 2019

Top Five Puzzle Toys of GenX | PLUS Rubik’s Cube Strategy BONUS!

Puzzle Toys & Cubes came into their own during the early 80s, and many of them are icons of that era. Jon runs down the top five puzzle toys of Generation X — see if your favorite made the cut! #genxgrownup How to Solve a Rubik’s Cube » bit.ly/2sgeEr6 Buy Some Puzzle Toys » amzn.to/2JD61SI […]

Jon

May 24, 2019

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Blackout, Google Home Mini, & What Remains of Edith Finch

About This Episode This week George and Mo talk about two amazing series in their second season and Jon changes things up with his new podcast discovery! As usual we have much more including yet another mobile app time waster! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Website » GenXGrownUp.com Podcast » GenXGrownUp.com/pod […]

Jon

May 23, 2019

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It’s-A-Weird… Mario! | LEGO Knock-Off Loz Building Brick Set

A lazy Sunday results in Jon building a Mario figure from LEGO knock-off brand, Loz. Check out the time-lapse build and review of this building toy set. Get your own » amzn.to/2VPrxtU #genxgrownup #lego #mario Subscribe » GenXGrownUp.com/yt Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Merchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merch Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Website » GenXGrownUp.com Podcast » […]

Jon

May 19, 2019

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