ALF

About This Episode Before binge-watching and streaming took over, one wisecracking alien from the planet Melmac became a television sensation. In this Backtrack, we’re looking back at ALF, the hit 1980s sitcom that brought an unexpected extraterrestrial into the Tanner family’s home—and into living rooms around the world. We’ll revisit the laughs, the characters, and […]

Mo

June 18, 2026

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Gen V, Ember Smart Mug, & Blast from the Past

About This Episode We watch a new animated series that explores how humanity might react to the end of the world, review an economical display solution to supplement or even replace your computer monitor, and play a surprising new indie game that channels one of our favorite arcade classics! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » […]

Mo

January 11, 2024

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Blue Beetle, Ahsoka, & The Entropy Centre

About This Episode We return to a galaxy far, far away to catch up on the events after the fall of the Empire, check out a new high-quality lighting solution to make you look better on that next Zoom meeting, and we break out the chess pieces for the game of kings in a way […]

Mo

September 7, 2023

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Masters of the Universe, AverMedia Mini+, & 7th Guest Remake

About This Episode We take a trip to Eternia to see the new big-screen adventures of Prince Adam’s alter ego, test drive a new budget-friendly 4K video capture card, and play the new remaster of fan-favorite ’90s interactive horror-puzzle game! Participate in our listener questionnaire & automatically get entered in a drawing for a $50 […]

Mo

June 25, 2026

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The Drive-In Movie Experience

About This Episode Before multiplexes were the norm and long before streaming, the drive-in theater offered a movie-going experience unlike any other. In this episode, we’ll look back on the traditions, technology, and unforgettable memories that made the drive-in a beloved part of American culture. From giant outdoor screens and crackling window speakers to concession […]

Mo

June 4, 2026

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The Naked Gun, Shadow Labyrinth, & Remarkable Paper Pro

About This Episode We head to the theatre to see how well Liam Neeson fills Leslie Nielsen’s shoes in a goofball cop comedy, check out the latest evolution of the paper-like tablet device for reading, writing, & note-taking, and dive back into the darkness with Remedy’s gut-wrenching sequel to their 2010 action-adventure horror game. (May […]

Mo

August 7, 2025

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