Sinners, Laptop Stand, & Typoman

About This Episode We head to the theatre for the new horror film set in 1936 Mississippi, spend some quality time with a popular ’80s console, and play a comedy adventure game full of puzzles, challenges, and charm! (May contain some explicit language.) Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter […]

Mo

May 15, 2025

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Short Circuit

About This Episode In 1986, a lightning strike turned a military robot into one of the most lovable characters of the entire decade. In this Backtrack, we’re plugging into Short Circuit — a movie packed with Cold War anxiety, mall-era futurism, and a robot who just wanted more input. From Johnny 5 to laser cannons […]

Mo

May 21, 2026

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The Rise & Fall of the Rerun

About This Episode A hot afternoon in the mid ’80s: you walk in, drop your stuff, switch on the TV, and there’s that same Gilligan’s Island episode you’ve already seen a bunch of times — and it still feels comforting. For Gen X, reruns weren’t just background TV; they were part of our daily routine […]

Mo

January 29, 2026

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Jurassic World Rebirth, 8VENTURE, & LEGO Infinity Gauntlet

About This Episode We head to the theatre for the latest entry in the long-running film series that brings dinosaurs to life in current day, build a remarkable LEGO set that promises to be a snap to assemble, and play a modern homage to an Atari classic on a free fantasy console! (May contain some […]

Mo

July 24, 2025

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Muppet Show, Darkenstein 3D, & Logitech MX Master 4

About This Episode We recap the Muppets’ triumphant return to the small screen, evaluate a feature-rich computing accessory to boost your day-to-day efficiency, and play a bullet-dodging retro FPS game inspired by Wolfenstein! (May contain some explicit language.) Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownupDiscord » GenXGrownUp.com/discordFacebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUpTwitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitterWebsite » GenXGrownUp.comPodcast » GenXGrownUp.com/podMerchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merchTheme: “Grown Up” […]

Mo

March 5, 2026

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Silence of the Lambs

About This Episode We’re revisiting a film that didn’t just redefine the psychological thriller—it crawled under our skin and stayed there. The Silence of the Lambs turns 35 this year, and we’re looking back at what made it so chilling, so smart, and so enduring. From unforgettable performances to its lasting cultural impact, it’s time […]

Mo

February 12, 2026

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