Generations

Show Notes Concert Experience: - Attended Spiritbox's sold-out show at Rockwell (The Complex, SLC). - Observations on the diverse crowd and high female representation compared to typical metal shows. - Praise for the band's dynamic live performance, visuals, and tight set design. - Standout songs: “Holy Roller”, “Soft Spine”, “No Loss, No Loss”, and “Crystal Roses”. - Courtney LaPlante described a...

What We Discuss: - Sibling energy and setup quirks: Peter and Aubrey kick off the episode sharing laughs about their podcast gear, Easter weekend catch-up, and family updates. - The grind of finals season: Aubrey gives a peek into the academic chaos of her final weeks in undergrad, complete with quantum mechanics and end-of-semester overload. Generational reflections on journaling: - Peter recount...

Episode Notes: Life Update Catch-Up - Aubrey's semester is peaking with finals, work, and wedding planning. - Peter recounts a restful spring break, surgical wins, and a gentle rant about university fundraising. The Topic: Unexpected Life Lessons - Prompted by a podcast title she saw, Aubrey kicks off a conversation on the surprising places we learn from. Aubrey's Lessons - Working at a children's...

Catching Up: • Peter is in the final stretch of a 10-day call and looking forward to time off. • Aubrey shares updates on her graduation timeline, wedding planning stress, and how her classes feel like a slog in the final semester. Main Topic: Social Media Across Generations Peter and Aubrey compare their experiences and attitudes toward various social platforms: Facebook : • Aubrey: Rarely uses i...

Episode Notes: • Personal Updates & Music Discussion • Aubrey shares plans for a spring break camping trip. • Peter reflects on a hectic work schedule and the challenge of balancing clinic and surgery days. • Discussion on Spiritbox's new album Tsunami Sea , its evolution from Eternal Blue , and its potential impact on the metal scene. AI in Everyday Life • Both hosts discuss their regular use...

Aubrey's Boxing Experience: - Attended her coach's professional boxing match, her first-ever pro fight. - Describes the intensity of 3-minute rounds and the brutal nature of the sport. - Insight into weight cuts and the physical toll on fighters. Book Talk -- Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere: - Peter finishes The Lost Metal and prepares for Wind and Truth by watching a 3-hour recap video. - Aubrey fini...

In this episode of Generations , we dive into a mix of topics, from life updates to fandom deep dives. We kick things off with some behind-the-scenes podcast improvements and a shout-out to Audio Hijack before discussing the latest in our personal lives. Aubrey shares her packed schedule balancing work and classes, while Peter reflects on workplace stress and his latest reading adventures, includi...

🎵 GENERATIONS: The Concert Chronicles 🎵 Ever had a concert experience that gave you chills? This week, Aubrey and Peter dive deep into the electrifying world of live music, sharing stories that'll have you reliving your own favorite shows! From earth-shaking metal performances to hip-hop spectacles, our hosts bare their souls about the concerts that changed their lives – and a few that didn't qu...

It's a new year, and on this episode of Generations, we talk about our plans for 2025, focusing on our goals and themes. We discuss our methods for tracking our progress, what some of those goals are, and how we think last year went. • Aubrey discusses the start of the new semester and her excitement about returning to school and wedding planning. • Peter reflects on a tough start to the year due...

Aubrey and Peter dive into the highs and lows of cardio workouts, reflecting on personal experiences from marathons to boxing, while dishing on the best (and worst) Peloton instructors. The father-daughter duo also brings their signature mix of science and wit, exploring how machine learning and quantum physics intersect and tackling the testosterone therapy trend. Episode Highlights: - Finals Wee...

In this special episode, Peter, Aubrey, and guest co-host Jess gather in person for an engaging conversation. From nostalgic memories of early podcast days to intriguing science and health facts, this episode is packed with insights and fun. Tune in to hear: Podcast Highlights: • How each host discovered podcasts and their favorite shows, including Dear Hank and John, Science Vs. , and Worlds Beyo...

On this episode of Generations , co-hosts Peter and Aubrey reflect on their recent experiences and favorite tech tools that keep them productive and inspired. From apps that help them stay organized to cosmic discoveries, this episode is packed with engaging insights. Highlights : Aubrey's Life Updates & Tech Favorites • Discusses the challenges of moving while juggling school and work. • Shar...

This week on "Generations", join Aubrey and Peter as they dive into Aubrey's recent boxing match experience, from intense preparation to the adrenaline-fueled fight night. Hear about the unexpected challenges, bloody noses, and the mental rollercoaster of competing in the ring. Peter offers a touching perspective as a concerned parent watching from the sidelines. But the excitement doesn't stop th...

Brace yourselves for a no-holds-barred political showdown on this week's Generations! Peter and Aubrey throw their gloves into the ring, tackling the hot-button issues that are shaping our world. Fair warning: We're not pulling any punches with our opinions. If you're looking for a neutral take, you might want to sit this round out. Before we dive into the political arena, catch up with the hosts:...

Get ready for a harmonious blend of academia and artistry on this week's "Generations"! Join hosts Aubrey and Peter as they welcome their special guest, Elissa, fresh from her triumph in the world of vocal performance and pedagogy. With Elissa's master's degree still hot off the press, the trio dives into a discussion about the highs, lows, and unexpected twists of grad school life. Peter dusts of...

This week on Generations, Aubrey and Peter talk about their time in college, including favorite and least favorite classes, how it went and is going, and some of the ways college prepared them for the future.

This month it is all about the works of Brandon Sanderson. Aubrey and I discuss many of his books, sans spoilers, and our thoughts and overall reactions. For both of us, he has become a favorite author, and we discuss what it is that works so well for us.

Hooray for another in person episode! This month Aubrey and I talk about our workout regimens as well as some of our other health goals and activities. It's always fun for us to talk about these things that are so important to us.

Last month we took a deep dive into our goal setting systems as the new year started. This month, we lighten things up by discussing some of our comfort media. What are the movies, TV shows, and books that we turn to when we want to feel good? Listen and find out!

Kick-start 2024 with insightful goal setting strategies on this month's episode of Generations! Join Aubrey and me as we delve into the art of effective goal setting in our latest episode. Breaking away from traditional New Year's resolutions, we explore the transformative power of adopting a 'Yearly Theme.' Discover why resolutions often falter and how a thematic approach can lead to meaningful,...

This week, join Aubrey and I as the two of us, a seasoned surgeon and an aspiring astrophysicist, delve into the world of resistance training in our latest episode of Generations. We're passionate advocates for weight lifting and all forms of resistance training, a gem in the fitness world often overlooked by the average person. In this episode, we unpack a year's worth of compelling studies revea...

This week Aubrey and I get back together. Things have been tough lately between school, work, and just life in general. So we wanted to talk about some of the things that are helping us get through it all and that we have been enjoying. We wrap it up with some astrophysics talk courtesy of Aubrey.

Earlier this summer, I decided I needed to take control of my life. I was doing the things I needed to do, but wasn't really progressing as a human in the ways I wanted to. So I sort of made up a system of goal setting and tracking. I mentioned this to Aubrey, and she started doing it as well. So, for the last few months, we have been working on setting and keeping track of our goals and our progr...

For years, Aubrey danced. And we loved watching her dance. She has skills and grace that made it a joy to watch. But there was a darker side to it, one that we became more and more aware of the older she got. And, as you will hear, she still carries some of the marks and baggage from that experience. But ranting is part of the healing process, so this week we get to begin the path to healing from...

This month Aubrey and I decided to just have fun with it. We dive into some of our recent media enjoyment, and talk about games, music, movies, TV and books that have been helping to get us through this crazy thing we call life.