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Backtrack: HBO

About This Episode When cable TV first came out, most people got it for the clear reception but not necessarily for any additional content. That changed when HBO hit the market. Being able to watch full movies without commercials revolutionized TV and showed what cable could be. It was like coming out of the dark […]

Jon

November 14, 2019

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Tiger King, Missile Command: Recharged, & Ace of Aces

About This Episode This week Mo geeks out over something he used to have in the ’80s, Jon finds a cool retro-themed power bank, and George continues his trip through the alphabet of his game library! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchTheme: “Grown Up” by Beefy […]

Jon

April 9, 2020

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Escape Room, Part II

About This Episode In this episode, George suffers a horrible injury, Mo is feeling the effects of a rash decision, Jon is trying to keep everyone on track, and Rachel really just wants to go home. Will ECX fulfill her wish or amp up the pressure? This is part two of a three-part series.  Patreon […]

Jon

October 29, 2020

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CompUSA

About This Episode During the explosive growth of home electronics but before the rise of online shopping, brick-and-mortar stores were a mecca for GenX electronics nerds. In this episode, we look back at the origin, history, and ultimate demise of computer super-retailer, CompUSA! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter […]

Mo

May 27, 2021

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The GenX Mall Experience

About This Episode Today, shopping malls are struggling to keep their doors open, but a few decades ago they were booming. To many kids who grew up in the ’70s and ’80s, the mall was a favorite hangout, an entertainment center, a cafeteria, and even a date night destination! In this episode, our parents have […]

Jon

August 19, 2021

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Stranger Things Target Exclusive Feature Figures – Collect & Build a Demogorgon!

Stranger Things season 4 is fast approaching, and Bandai America has just released a new line of Target exclusive “Feature Figures” – action figures that feature movement when you squeeze or press a button or limb. Collect the whole set and build a Demogorgon from the extra pieces included in the various models. Join GenXGrownUp […]

Jon

November 7, 2021

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