GenXplainers

The GenXplainers Podcast takes a look at the nominated films of 1982. Namely ET, Gandhi, Missing, Tootsie and The Verdict. Did the right film win? Let us explain... Find us HERE #movies1982 #ET #gandhi #missing #tootsie #theverdict Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! GenXplainers Channel Season 1 Perfect Songs Season 2 Perfect Songs

This week the GenXplainers look at a song that was recorded during a lull in the recording session for this band's major label debut. Sparse and lo-fi, the song became the band's biggest hit and a fan favorite. But is it "perfect"? Let us explain... Find us here! #perfectsong #deathcabforcutie #plans Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! GenXplainers Channel Season...

The GenXplainers podcast takes a look at a song by the band Sleater-Kinney. This rockin' track is brought to you by Alan. And Matt, Mike and special guest Rand are gonna see if he can make the case for it. Short and catchy it is. But is it "perfect"? Let us explain ... #sleaterkinney #thedramayouvebeencraving #perfectsong Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! GenXplainer...

The GenXplainers Podcast takes a look at the monster hit that was everywhere back in 1979. And if you can get past the creepy and problematic lyrics, you might really enjoy it! Can a great song transcend dated lyrical content and be considered “perfect”?  Let us explain…  linktr.ee/genexplainers  #perfectsong #mysharona #theknack Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! GenXplainers Chann...

Rumor has it that this song was written while sitting in a dark bathroom. The GenXplainers look at a classic song from a legendary folk duo. It spoke for a generation with earnest and thoughtful lyrics and famous vocal harmonies. But is it "perfect"?  Let us explain ...  #perfectsong #simonandgarfunkel #soundofsilence  Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! GenXplainers Channe...

In celebration of “Star Wars Day”, the GenXplainers podcast is taking a look at the 9 "Skywalker Saga" films and rank them from worst to best. The 1st film in the series, “Episode I: A New Hope”, came out when we were 9 years old. We were the absolute target audience for these movies, and being in the sweet spot of the original trilogy, they were cultural touchstones that helped shape ou...

The GenXplainers Podcast is back with our Season 2 opener. In this episode we look at a song by the British band The Smiths. It is a timeless song with a signature opening guitar bit. Your regular hosts welcome guest panelist Rand to ponder the question: is it perfect? Let us explain.. #genxplainers #thesmiths #howsoonisnow linktr.ee/genxplainers Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! G...

On the very first episode of the GenXplainers podcast we discussed the music of 1985, comparing the Billboard top songs vs our favorites. For the final week of our short break we are sharing an episode previously only available to our Patreon listeners, covering some of our honorable mentions from that year. We'll be back next week with an all new episode to kick off Season 2 of the podcast!...

While the GenXplainers Podcast is on a short hiatus, we are going into the vault and airing an episode previously available only to Patreon subscribers. In this episode will look at other notable movies of 1979. Are our favorite films from 1979 better than the ones that were nominated by the Academy? Let us explain... #genx #cinema #1979 Where to listen & watch Support the show Check out our v...

The GenXplainers Podcast wraps up season 1 with a March Madness style tournament to name the most PERFECT of the 16 songs we deemed perfect in season 1. Which song will come out on top? Let us explain... Check out the songs on our YouTube channel's playlist "The Perfect Songs" Episode playlist can be found at our Spotify Profile #perfectsong Support the show Check out our videos on...

We finish up "season one" of the GenXplainers Podcast with a song that signifies a musical genre from the 90's and that shaped the musical landscape of the end of the 20th century. But is it "perfect"?  Let us explain... #perfectsong #smellsliketeenspirit #nirvana #grunge linktr.ee/genxplainers Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! GenXplainers Channel Season 1...

This week, the GenXplainers podcast looks at a disco hit from an artist that got discovered on the talent contest "The Gong Show" (Jamie Farr only gave her a 6!). It will definitely got folks out on the dance floor. But is it "perfect"? Let us explain... #perfectsong #gottobereal #cheryllynn #disco  linktr.ee/genxplainers.com Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! Ge...

The GenXplainers podcast examines the first track on the Rolling Stones album Let It Bleed. Screaming out with amazing vocals and legendary guitar amid a whirlwind of apocalyptic sound and imagery, it is one of their best songs. But is it perfect? Let us explain... Find us on YouTube Episode playlists can be found at our Spotify Profile linktr.ee/genxplainers.com Support the show Check out our vid...

The Academy Awards ceremony is Sunday, March 10th. The GenXplainers discuss the 10 Best Picture nominees and give our predictions for what will win the top honor. Are these 10 films really the best of 2023?  Let us explain... linktr.ee/genxplainers #academyawards #oscars #bestpicture Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! GenXplainers Channel Season 1 Perfect Songs Season 2 Perfect Song...

The GenXplainers podcast welcomes our special guest and friend Rand to present his candidate for perfect song. A unique love song from 1997  whose intentionally vague yet moving lyrics are debated by fans. Spoiler alert...they draw inspiration from a 1970's Warren Beatty movie. It is an enduring tune close to Rand's heart. But is it "perfect"? Let us explain...  For more on the...

The GenXplainers podcast looks at arguably the best song from a seminal punk/post-punk band's arguably best album. They were labeled "punk" but had influences in r&b, hard rock, reggae, ska, and funk. This song is their calling card and defined a genre. But is it perfect? Let us explain... #perfectsong #theclash #londoncalling Find us on YouTube linktr.ee/genxplainers.com Suppor...

This week the GenXplainers Podcast takes a look at a truly fantastic song that has been covered numerous times since it's 1988 release. The most recent of which has become a chart-topping hit for country singer Luke Combs. The duet performance at the 2024 Grammy Awards was the show's highlight. The song certainly has longevity, but is it perfect? Let us explain... Find us on YouTube and...

The GenXplainers Podcast hosts are bringing the love . The love songs that is. Each of us picked a possibly perfect love song to discuss. But there is one song that we all could agree was as perfect as a love song could be. Let us explain... For associated playlists, search Spotify Profiles for “genxplainers”  linktr.ee/genxplainers.com #lovesong #perfectsong #valentinesday Support the show Check...

This week on the GenXplainers Podcast we revisit a classic recording that was a huge influence on us back in the day. We remember Pretenders self-titled debut as a powerful rock/new wave album from a band with undeniable talent and a legendary front woman, Chrissie Hynde. But will it hold up after all these years? Let us explain... #genxplainers #pretenders #chrissiehynde #brassinpocket Support th...

The Genxplainers take a look at the OG dis track by Carly Simon. The target of the song is shrouded in mystery (mostly) to this day, known to only a few (Taylor Swift for one). But is it perfect? Let us explain... Link to Spotify Profile #carlysimon #perfectsong #youresovain Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! GenXplainers Channel Season 1 Perfect Songs Season 2 Perfect Songs

The GenXplainers podcast looks at an anti-war song from a seminal hard rock band, Black Sabbath. But there seems to be some dissent around whether it is perfect. Let us explain... Listen on Spotify #perfectsong #blacksabbath #warpigs Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! GenXplainers Channel Season 1 Perfect Songs Season 2 Perfect Songs

This week the GenXplainers podcast looks at a song from one of Motown's greatest artists. They have a ton of hits and this may be their biggest. But is it perfect?  Let us explain... linktr.ee/genxplainers #perfectsong #temptations #motown #mygirl Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! GenXplainers Channel Season 1 Perfect Songs Season 2 Perfect Songs

Happy New Year from the GenXplainers! Last week we dove deep into five albums released by influential artists in 2023. This week we take a cursory glance at a bunch more albums that rocked our world last year. We'll also discuss some concerts we attended and say goodbye to music stars that we lost. Wondering what was great in 2023? Let us explain... Episode playlist . #genxplainers #2023music...

It's time to look back at the music of 2023! This week on the GenXplainers Podcast, we take a look at 5 albums released over the past year from artists who have been influential to our generation. Do they still have the magic that made them so important to us in the past? Let us explain... Episode playlist . Visit our Spotify profile . #2023music #depechemode #omd #petergabriel #pretenders #p...

Your hosts might not be at their most objective in this episode of The Perfect Song. A universally loved hit song from The Beach Boys, it is critically acclaimed and considered one of the best songs ever written! Can we get past our personal taste and get on board?  Let us explain...  #perfectsong #beachboys #godonlyknows Support the show Check out our videos on YouTube! GenXplainers Channel Seaso...