Generational Gauntlet: Top 5 Faves

This week, one of my favorite co-hosts is back after a hiatus! My daughter, Nora, Gen Alpha, returns for an episode she requested to rank: our Top 5 Favorite TV Advertising Mascots. Both of us dug pretty deep into the research, giving facts about the creation of our mascots, diving into the history of Jake from State Farm, telling personal impacts of some of these advertising mascots, and even div...

This week, Episode 50 drops! Per a recommendation from a listener, I am counting down my Top 5 Favorite Moments from the Podcast thus far. This one was by far the hardest list I have put together, as the first 49 episodes have been a lot of fun. A special thank you to every single person who has come on and recorded an episode with me. An additional thank you goes out to everyone who has listened,...

On December 18, 2026, the next major chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe unfolds with Avengers Doomsday. In anticipation of this epic release, Episode 49 covers our Top 5 Favorite MCU Movies. For this episode, I'm joined by fellow Millennial, Arthur Bonner, as we break down some of the most iconic movies and scenes from the MCU. If you're a fan of the MCU, get ready for a nostalgic walk down...

This week, we are back in the world of television topics, and it's to fulfill a listener-submitted request. Episode 48 is our Top 5 Favorite TV Show Theme Songs. To help rank a list of more than 100 years of television, I solicited the help of my friend, Lisa Winheld, a Gen Xer, who has a totally different preference in television shows than me. Our lists range from the 1970's until now, and they...

This week's episode goes full generational discussions. In Episode 47, I'm joined by Nick Johnson, Gen Z, as we rank our Top 5 Favorite Rock Bands. Our lists go completely different directions, while we also chat about various topics like CD's, Total Request Live, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and even a boombox gets mentioned. I also go on the defense of one of the most disrespected rock band...

This week, we are going into a deep dive in the world of Disney Theme Parks. I'm joined by fellow Millennial, Brooke Acord, a Travel Advisor with Pixie Planners Travel Company. We kick this episode off talking about her business and how she can help you prepare the perfect Disney vacation. We also talk about some of her recommendations for the best time of year to see the parks. In the second half...

This week, I'm joined by Justin Arthur, a fellow Millennial, who is a former multiple-time state champion, a multiple-time high school All-American, and a Division I collegiate wrestler. Justin and I chat about his wrestling career, including his high school and collegiate accomplishments. We get into cutting weight, wrestling workouts, and talk about NXT Level Wrestling. In the second half of the...

This episode features Jeff Harding, who is a Baby Boomer, a Licensed Battlefield Guide at Gettysburg National Military Park, an author, and a man who has solved more historical mysteries than Sherlock Holmes. During the first half of the episode, Jeff and I talk about his experience as a guide and the rigorous examination process. We dive into three historical mysteries he has solved, including tw...

This week, we are ranking the Top 5 Greatest Basketball Coaches. With that in mind, my guest is the winningest high school girls' basketball coach in West Virginia history, Shannon Lewis. Shannon is a Gen Xer, an AAU and state champion, and one of the greatest basketball minds in the sport. During the first half of the episode, we discuss Shannon's coaching career and his advice to upcoming coache...

This week, I'm joined by Bob Theuring, a Gen Xer, an amazing business and life coach, and the owner of Tandem Innovations. His list of accomplishments is longer, but you'll hear those on the podcast. Bob and I discuss his business, coaching, and what he can offer to someone who needs some extra motivation in life. Then, we get into a listener-submitted request, our Top 5 Favorite Motivational Quot...

As part of a listener-submitted request, fellow Millennial, former teacher, and my favorite person in the world, Madison Lambert, is back for Episode 41. This week, we rank our Top 5 Favorite Picture Books. This episode is just in time for many districts going back to school. These lists have some honorable mentions, lots of facts, and even some heart-warming life advice. So, give it a listen! And...

This episode, I am joined by David Riedel, a Gen Xer and football official. It's almost football season, so we have a timely topic to lead into the greatest season of the year. We kick things off by diving deep into his officiating experience, covering questions like things the average football fan doesn't understand. We also get into some of the funniest and scariest things he has experienced whi...

Making her grand return to the podcast, Vickie Lambert, Gen X, is back in Episode 39, as we rank the Top 5 Singers. This topic was suggested by a listener, and we threw out the word favorite this week, as we attempted to just rank the best. If you have ever heard the terms octave range or whistle register and wondered what in the world someone was talking about, we have you covered! These lists hi...

In this episode, Mark Lambert, Gen X, joins the podcast. Mark is a WV native, a WV entrepreneur, and what I have dubbed my "fun uncle" from growing up. We talk about some 1990's old-school moviemaking before we dive into Mark's business ventures and charitable work. Then, we do what seemed like an impossible task in trying to rank our Top 5 Favorite Movie Quotes. This was a topic suggested by a li...

Per a listener suggestion, this week is the ranking of our Top 5 Favorite After-School Snacks. Dixie Poplin, Gen X, is back on the podcast, as we dig into the foods that we were digging into when we got home from school each day. Hopefully, the listeners find that we ate and left no crumbs on this one. Best part is that listening to us talk about these less healthy foods of the 80's and 90's accou...

This week, Aubrey Morris, Gen X, is back, but this time we are switching from the movie screen to books. Listen in as we rank our Top 5 Favorite Chapter Books for Elementary Kids. Most of our lists are very different and from various eras. We get into some honorable mentions, the big question of whether you prefer the book or the movie, and Aubrey breaks down why you should be reading to kids in t...

In honor of the 250th anniversary of America, this week's episode is completely different than usual. Today, it's just me. And this one isn't a true top 5, as all of these selections are worthy of a number one ranking. Instead, in honor of Independence Day, I am flying solo and giving you 5 (actually more) unsung heroes of the American Revolution. Whether you're about to fire up the grill, light s...

This week, I am joined by the first Baby Boomer in the podcast's history, my uncle, Gary (Gene) Nash. Gene is like the 1962 song by Lucky Starr, "I've been everywhere." We talk about some of his adventures, including working as an Alaskan fisherman. Then, we dive into the episode's topic, the Top 5 Countries You Would Love to Visit. Tune in to hear if a country on your bucket list made ours. This...

In honor of Father's Day, I am joined by two awesome dads, Tommy Postell (Gen X) and Calvin Glenn (Millennial). The three of us rank our Top 5 Favorite Dad Jokes. This episode had me laughing the most of any episode I have recorded. Sit back, listen to some jokes, and have some laughs (and probably some groans too)! If you have a suggested topic for the podcast, send it to generationalfave5@gmail....

This week's episode features Benjamin Stratton, a fellow Millennial and the creator of Benjamin's Board Game Blog. We discuss and rank our Top 5 Favorite Board Games. Our lists include some well-known classics, adventure-style games, and word-based games. Check it out to see if your favorite board game made the list! If you would like to read more of Ben's analysis on board games, check out his bl...

This episode, Nora, Gen Alpha, is back. To celebrate her birthday, she requested the Top 5 Pop Groups. This episode features a battle of two very distinct decades, the 90s vs. the 2020s, and sub-genres, R&B-style vs. Korean Pop. The father-daughter battle of wits and disagreements is strong in this one. Early Happy Bday to the podcast's Production Manager! If you have a topic that you want cov...

This week, I am joined by fellow Millennial, Kylie Wiest, the Humane Education Manager at Charleston Animal Society. Kylie provides information on her role at the shelter and the various services and programs that Charleston Animal Society provides to the community. We also chat about the 10th Hank & Laurel Greer Lifesaving Car Giveaway. Your donations to purchase raffle tickets from Charlesto...

This week, in a rare episode with three people, I'm joined by two other Millennials, Andrew Wooten and Alex Webber, as we break down our Top 5 Favorite Comedy Movies. This episode features a number of honorable mentions and tons of quotes. Give it a listen and hear us take you on a trip down memory lane of some of the greatest Millennial comedies. If you would like more information on Gracie Barra...

Hurricane season in the Atlantic officially starts June 1st. So, this week, Dave Williams, the Chief Meteorologist for ABC News 4 in Charleston, joins the podcast. Dave is a Gen Xer, an Ohio State graduate, and an expert on the weather, especially with tropical storms and hurricanes. Dave answers questions from listeners on storm preparation, including the most important items to have during a sto...

In honor of Mother's Day, this week's episode is the Top 5 Fiercest Females in a Film. Nora, Gen Alpha, returns to the podcast, as we discuss the females who were the most relentless in a film we have watched. Today's lists include films from various genres, including animated and dystopian movies. To all the moms out there, Happy Mother's Day! If you have a topic you would like to hear ranked on...