GenXGrownUp Podcast

What is a wrestling territory? In this episode, we will dig deep into the history of the territory system, the movers & shakers of the industry, and what lasting effects it had on the modern wrestling world we know and love today. Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Website » GenXGrownUp.com Podcast » Ge...

We watch a new action-packed Netflix series about a fledgling CIA lawyer jumping in the dangerous deep end of international politics, stretch our DIY muscles with a site that combines 3D printing and photography, and take our putters into cyberspace to try out one of the most popular putt-putt golf games for your VR rig! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook...

Four decades ago, Kevin Flynn had to fight for his very existence after being scanned into cyberspace by an evil computer program. This fantasy film was not only a thrilling adventure, but also help lay the groundwork for the digital movie magic that seems so commonplace today. In this episode, we remember the impact and legacy of the 1982 GenX classic, Tron! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Disc...

We head to the theater to see Santa Claus take on a squad of mercenaries on Christmas Eve, check out some inexpensive & practical tools for precision tech work, and discover an adventure puzzle game where you play as a dung beetle employed by the postal service! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Websit...

Picking just the right holiday gift for the GenX nerd in your life can be challenging, but we’re here to help. Each year around this time we release our Geek Gift Guide. Once more this year, we’re going to run down some great gift ideas for the 2022 holidays, regardless of your budget! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGr...

Turnbuckles & Territories is a nostalgic look back into our GenX obsession with professional wrestling. Over 16 weeks, we will dig deep into the wrestlers, organizations, and events that shaped our love of the scripted but NEVER FAKED, squared circle. Turnbuckles & Territories » https://genxgrownup.com/turnbuckles-and-territories Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord...

This week, we hit the theater for a black comedy horror film that might ruin your appetite, try out a simple piece of tech to help you get all those chargeable gadgets under control, and explore the latest release from Atari that’s not a game, but is a game, but also kind of isn’t. Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownU...

“I’m just a bill, yes I’m only a bill…” “Conjunction Junction, what’s your function?” “Three, is a magic number…” If you are a GenX’er, all of these lyrics should’ve started the music running through your head and brought back memories of Saturday morning cartoons. In this episode we look back on Schoolhouse Rock and how we all learned the preamble and many other things because of it! Patreon » pa...

The guys take a few minutes to reminisce about their most memorable GenX Thanksgiving experiences. Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Website » GenXGrownUp.com Podcast » GenXGrownUp.com/pod Merchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merch Shop » genxgrownup.com/amazon Theme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.com Apple...

The movie-going experience growing up GenX couldn’t be more different than the experience today. Waiting on long lines for hours, racing to get the good seats, only being able to get a soda, popcorn, and candy, and mostly relying on word of mouth and a few reviews to help you select what to see were the norm. In this Backtrack, we have a ton of fun talking about that experience, how the movies the...

GenXGrownUp sat down with legendary Atari developer, Howard Scott Warshaw, to discuss his book, Once Upon Atari, his history at Atari, details on the forthcoming Yars’ Revenge Sequel, and how he made the migration from engineer to therapist. See the Video Interview » youtu.be/fYrs7sLJxP8 ONCE UPON ATARI is an intimate view into the dramatic rise and fall of the early video game industry, and how i...

The crinkle of the cellophane, the tinkling of spoon in a bowl, the crackle of ice-cold milk poured over the top — it’s breakfast time, and that means breakfast cereal. In this Backtrack we discuss the importance of breakfast cereal to a young GenX’er, our favorite brands, and the rules & struggles of getting our hands on that free prize inside the box! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » ...

Join us as we Backtrack to a time when Saturday mornings meant the TV belonged to the kids for cartoons. Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Website » GenXGrownUp.com Podcast » GenXGrownUp.com/pod Merchandise » GenXGrownUp.com/merch Shop » genxgrownup.com/amazon Theme: “Grown Up” by Beefy » beefyness.com...

In 1982, faith in the Star Trek franchise was waning. The lackluster performance of 1979’s Motion Picture could have marked the end for Kirk, Spock, & company. But just in the nick of time, a second film hit theaters and it was not only good, but so remarkable that it set box office records and re-invigorated the entire franchise. In this episode, we’re celebrating the fortieth anniversary of one...

We see the return of a sci-fi comedy set on an outer space cruise ship, play an adventure puzzle game that mashes together fifty years of Atari gaming history, and check out what innovations Apple has packed into their most recent smart phone. Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Website » GenXGrownUp.com...

Four decades ago, a rookie developer working for a pinball company was tasked with creating a new video game in order to break into the booming market. The result was an isometric action puzzler starring a fuzzy orange hero with a filthy mouth. In this backtrack, we celebrate the fortieth anniversary of the arcade classic: Q*bert! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord...

GenXGrownUp had a great time at the 2022 Southern Fried Gaming Expo in Atlanta, GA. While there we had the additional treat of interviewing the creator or Q*bert, Warren Davis! He speaks about creating Q*bert, what it was like working in the arcade industry in the ’80s, his book, and much more!  Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitte...

We watch the new Star Wars series that takes us back to the origins of the Rebellion, check out a piece of gear to improve the connection between your car and your smartphone, and play the new deceptively-simple mind-bending puzzle game from none other than Atari! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Webs...

Younger listeners who didn’t grow up GenX’ers sometimes question how people were ever able to leave the house without a cell phone. Every app on your phone had a pre-smartphone way to get the same thing done, and in this episode, we run through our typical day before cellphones were a thing. Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » ...

We watch an oddly structured new horror film that’ll have you second-guessing that next Airbnb reservation, test-drive the latest indexer application to help with your internet public domain acquisitions, and play a card game where the path to victory is is paved with your knowledge of world history! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp T...

Forty five years ago, one of Marvel comics’ most popular characters was brought to life for the small screen. For five seasons, David Banner wandered the country trying to find “a way to control the raging spirit that dwells within him.” In this episode, we remember the 1978 CBS television series, The Incredible Hulk! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » f...

We review the Netflix series based on a legendary Neil Gaiman comic book property, test drive a web browser that promises tighter security with zero compromises, and play Atari’s latest game release that reimagines a system-defining Atari 2600 title. Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Website » GenXGrow...

Having been invented in the 16th century, roller skates were certainly nothing new or unique to Generation X. But the advent of the disco-ball, light-show, rock-music-filled indoor social club and skating arena was decidedly of our generation! In this episode, we lace up for a spin around GenX-era Roller Skating Rinks! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » ...

We review the new Disney+ series featuring Marvel’s second-best-known gamma-ray-irradiated superhero, see if LEGO’s expensive Atari 2600 set is all it’s stacked up to be, and play a new game where you must master 18 holes of putt-putt golf in order to save your mortal soul! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/tw...

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the origin of Atari and the 45th anniversary of the home console that launched an industry. In this episode, we look back on a half-century of blocky graphics and legendary games as we celebrate the Atari 2600! Patreon » patreon.com/genxgrownup Discord » GenXGrownUp.com/discord Facebook » fb.me/GenXGrownUp Twitter » GenXGrownUp.com/twitter Website » GenXGrow...