Best Chuck Suffel Podcasts (2023)

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Episode 139: Be Curious Not Judgmental 1:09:34

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Last week, we discussed the series finale of Ted Lasso. Since then, we've seen the predictable kudos, laments, and discussions we would expect. That includes criticisms of people's genuine feelings about the show. Edge lords, in particular, seem to delight in yucking other's yums. We discuss this phenomena and explore the motivations behind it. ---…

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Episode 138: The Lasso Way 1:10:21

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We have been enjoying and invested in the positivity of Ted Lasso for three seasons. Join Marc and Kristina for their take on the season finale. Shockingly, they do not entirely agree. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/marc-snediker/support

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Episode 137: Life Coaching Niche: Critiquing Narcissist Recovery Coaching 1:13:43

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Welcome to our continuing discussion of life coaching. This time, we discuss whether overused buzzwords are problematic. As Kristina says, if everyone is a Narcissist then is anyone a Narcissist? SourcesCiccarelli, Saundra K, and J Noland. 2013. Psychology : DSM 5. 5th ed. Boston: Pearson.Nast, Condé. 2016. “What Happens When We Decide Everyone Els…

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Episode 136: Life Coaching Gone Wrong a Discussion of the BBC Documentary A Very British Cult 1:01:12

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This week, we continue our discussion of life coaching. This week, we focus on Lighthouse International, an organization in England ostensibly meant to enable personal growth and entrepreneurial success. It seems, however, that the only entrepreneur seeing success is the founder of Lighthouse. In fact, Lighthouse has come to note and not resemble a…

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Episode 135: War on Science Life Coaching Scam or Nah? 1:03:37

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Life coaches serve a variety of functions that include career advancement, helping to develop strategies for living, improve relationships, and many other areas where the consumer believes coaching will improve their chances for success. With av lack of regulatory oversight, do customers always get the assistance they need? This is part one of at l…

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Episode 135: The War on Science: Repromote Anti Vax 48:46

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This is the second episode in our war on science series and we are looking at what's going on in the anti vax world (they prefer to be called vaccine hesitant) and it ain't good. Thanks for listening please come back and listen again. CDC “Birth-18 Years Immunization Schedule.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control…

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Episode 134: The War on Science: Repromote Essential Oils and UnWell 1:03:31

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Episode 5 description: This is the next installment in our war on science series and we're looking at the first episode of the Netflix documentary (un)Well "Essential Oils". This trend is a little too soothing for us to go too hard at the concept, but never fear! Marc and I have plenty to say about a couple of the key figures featured in this episo…

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Episode 133: The War on Science: genXtemporaneous Watches The Revisionaries 1:09:54

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This podcast began many many episodes ago exploring the theme of the "War on Science." We have returned to it in grand style with a great conversation about the war on Science as illustrated in the 2012 documentary, "Revisionaries." The film explores the Texas State Board of Education's efforts to impose an anti-science right wing agenda on educati…

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Episode 132: GenX Author Interview Series: Chuck Suffel, Author of Sherlock Holmes and the Wonderland Conundrum 46:47

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This week, we continue our arc of new GenX authors. This week, we are talking with the engaging Chuck Suffel about his new comic, Sherlock Holmes and the Wonderland Conundrum, a delightful mash-up of two iconic universes that, amazingly, taste great together. Chuck Suffel is a comic book writer first published under the pseudonym Daniel Charles in …

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Episode 131: The War on Science a Retrospective 1:03:30

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Join us for a fascinating discussion of the War on Science. What is the history of this war? Why are French philosophers making things more difficult for us? This is one of our favorite discussion arcs. Sources“What’s behind the U.S. War on Science?” 2021. The MIT Press Reader. June 22, 2021. https://thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/whats-behind-the-u-s-…

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Episode 130: Breakfast Club Anniversary Repromote Episode 87 1:28:24

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In this episode Marc and Kristitna welcome special guest Andrea to the discussion. This is the first in a new segment that we will revisit from time to time, in which we discuss popular genX movies and examine the "life lessons" they try to impart. Here we speak about some of the life lessons in the Breakfast Club (if you mess with the bull, you ge…

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Episode 129: Marc Dismisses Karma, Which is Bad Karma 1:01:06

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In this episode, Marc and Kristina discuss the concept of karma. What is it? Is it real? What's the difference between the colloquial use and the traditional meaning from Eastern religions? Join us for this lively discussion. Sources:Actualized.org What is Karma https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2At8kzrwdNc&t=1464sAmber Felton: What is Karma https://…

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Episode 128: Life Lessons in GenX Movies: War Games and the A.I. Conundrum 1:02:09

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How about a nice game of chess? Marc and Kristina discuss concerns with AI in our lives through the lens of the 1983 film, "War Games," starring Matthew Broderick. AI is with us to stay. How should we think about it? Is it likely to be C3PO or Hal or something completely different? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m…

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Episode 127: GenX Author Interviews: Michael Tulli "The Girl I Never Knew: Love Beyond the Veil" 36:37

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Episode 127 is our latest interview with a first time GenX author. This narrative is about a man who falls in love with a woman he has never met. And he never really will because she's been dead for years. This is an autobiographical account of his personal spiritual and romantic journey. Join us for this fascinating discussion. Please find Michael…

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Episode 126: Interrogating Genius in 1984's Amadeus 46:26

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This week, we were inspired by another podcast, You Are Good, and their take on the 1984 film Amadeus. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amadeus-w-maryanna-aster/id1527948382?i=1000598679966. Marc and Kristina will focus on the portrayal of genius in this film and discuss how it applies in other areas of life. Follow us on our Twitter @Xtempora…

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Episode 125: Life Lessons in GenX Movies: Interview with the Vampire 54:55

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In 1994, Interview With the Vampire was unleashed upon an innocent population. A star vehicle for both Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt, the movie was a smash hit. This week, we continue to explore our theme of life lessons in GenX movies. Can we learn from our bloodsucking friends? Listen and find out. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.…

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Episode 124: Ted Lasso Part Deux 54:35

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Everyone likes stuff for free, especially stuff you usually have to pay for. Or producer is traveling this week for work so we are offering you this chance to listen to one of our patreon episodes. In this episode, we talk about the upcoming third season of Ted Lasso. We discuss our predictions for the show and complain about it not being released …

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Episode 123: GenX Author Series: The Audacity to Heal with Marita Miller 38:33

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This episode is the latest post of our look at GenXers, who took on a new adventure midlife. We are currently focused on first time authors. This week, we talked to Marita Miller, author of "The Audacity to Heal." This is an enriching discussion of not only trauma but also the path to healing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.co…

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Episode 122: Truthiness reviewed 52:33

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In this episode Marc and Kristina have a philosophical discussion about truth. We chat about the many kinds of truth that exist, how "my truth" has become a hill to die on for many people and how "my truth" can become a place where people hide from accountability for their behaviors. Thanks for listening to us each week, and if you like us please c…

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Episode 121: Life Lessons in 80s Movies: Dirty Dancing 53:07

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Nobody puts GenXtemporaneous in the corner. Join us this week, we extract life lessons from the iconic film, "Dirty Dancing," starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey. We explore the origins of cover-based judging of books, feminism, and class divides. Marc and Kristina both rewatched the movie. Listen and find out if their takes have evolved over…

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Episode 50 Repromote: Toxic Positivity and Ted Lasso 51:54

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In this repromote episode, Kristina and Marc talk about the Apple+ show Ted Lasso. It was recorded before the end of season two, so we didn't even know at the time just how much the positivity is masking problems (and perhaps creating them -- hello, Nate). We wanted to repromote in the hopes that it will in some way bring on season three of one of …

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Episode 119: 2022 in Review 58:30

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Well, 2022 was certainly a year. We had a lot of personal successes and a great time producing the podcast. In this episode, we reflect on the year that was. We discuss top movies, news stories, word of the year, and significant deaths. Thank you all for your support and we will talk to you next year. Next year. Get it? --- Support this podcast: ht…

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Free Patreon Sample: The Gig Economy and the Ethics of Tipping 57:32

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This holiday season, we want to thank not only our listeners, but our tireless producer was unexpectedly run over by a reindeer in the last couple of weeks. Metaphorically. In order to allow her to recuperate, we are sharing a very special episode from our paid Patreon podcast about the gig economy and the ethics of tipping that we released way bac…

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Episode 117: Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing: Ghislaine Maxwell Female Predator 1:08:22

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This week, we welcome a special guest Kelly (@kelemerry) to discuss the Netflix documentary "Ghislaine Maxwell: Filthy Rich." We discuss the role Maxwell played in Jeffrey Epstein's sex ring. Is the patriarchy really ultimately to blame? Probably. But that doesn't relieve Maxwell from responsibility for her heinous behavior. Sources“Ghislaine Maxwe…

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Episode 116: Life Lessons in 80s Movies: Reality Bites 54:10

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This Ben Stiller film starting Winona Ryder and Ethan Hawke focuses on the lives of 20 somethings in the 90s living in the same apartment complex and beginning their adult lives. What life lessons can we glean from this definitive GenX film? Marc and Kristina offer some answers. SourcesRoberts, Soraya. 2019. “‘Reality Bites’ Captured Gen X with Per…

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Episode 115: Adapting Books into Movies 45:35

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Literature purists will always say the book is better than the movie. Is this always the case? Is it reasonable to ask the movie to cover all the themes and events from the book? This week, Marc and Kristina discuss the difficulties of turning a book into a movie or TV show. How should we judge these works? Should they stand in their own or is it p…

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Episode 114: An Interview with Comedian Jerrod Altmeier 58:31

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What is now hilarious than breaking down comedy and analyzing it? Not a single thing. We are joined this week by comedic improv actor, Jerrod Altmeier. We discuss what makes things and people funny and how to create the kind of relationship with an audience needed in order to make them laugh. It make shock you to learn that there are a couple of jo…

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Episode 113: 1980s Alternative Comedy: The Young Ones 1:00:05

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This week we welcome back Dave Conger for a fascinating and hilarious discussion of the British Comedy TV show, "The Young Ones." Often seen as a reaction against the Oxbridge comedy of Monty Python, The Young Ones crashed on the scene in the early 80s. We discuss the origins and impact of this more "punk" comedy show as well as how we discovered t…

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Episode 112: Repromote Episode 9: What is the Crisis of Meaning 1:03:58

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It'shard to imagine a more pervasive theme in human history than the search for meaning. It's inherent in humanity to seek out such meaning. Some find it in family or a life's work. Others find it in philosophy or art. Many, however, find such meaning in religion. Marc and Kristina discuss the role of religion in helping people make sense of their …

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Episode 111: Life Lessons in GenX Movies: Singles 53:02

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Join us this week while we discuss life lessons from "Singles," the Cameron Crowe film, set in the burgeoning grunge scene of the early 90s in Seattle. Listen to the life lessons we draw from this GenX rom com. We also might have a bit of fun along the way. Sources:Chew, Richard, ed. 1992. SinglesFilm. Directed by Cameron Crowe.--- Support this pod…

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Episode 110: Vampire Insider Explores the Novel Interview With The Vampire 1:02:21

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In this episode Joann, Marc, and Kristina dive into a discussion about the novel that started it all -- Anne Rice's 1976 classic, Interview with the Vampire. We explore themes and metaphors, talk about what scares us and who our favorites are, and try to come to terms with Louis' incessant whining. We also give our thoughts on the trailer that was …

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Episode 109: Debate and Logical Fallacies: This is Funnier Than it Sounds 1:03:14

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In 1968, conservative editor and TV host William F. Buckley, Jr. and liberal provocateur and playwright Gore Vidal, engaged in a series of debates during the two presidential conventions. The tumult of the times was matched by the conflict between these two intellectuals. Featured in the 2015 documentary, "Best of Enemies," (Magnolia Pictures) thes…

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Episode 108: Interview with SE Reynolds, Author of the new psychological thriller Enigma Rose 54:57

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This week, we've invited author SE Reynolds to come discuss her novel "Enigma Rose." The discussion spans from her love of characters that do despicable things to the orgasmic uterus to her own demons that created the characters that live and breath in the highly rated Enigma Rose: First Lady She also shares some details of her next novel. "Enigma …

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Episode 107: Free Sample of Patreon Video Thunderdome Nostalgia 1:02:14

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Please check out this free sample of one of our favorite genXtemporaneous After Dark Episodes. This is Video Thunderdome: Nostalgia Edition. What is Video Thunderdome? 4 Videos, 3 Heats, 2 Podcasters, 1 Theme. We pit 80s video against 80s video and judge them based on the number of tropes they employ (black and white for gravitas, hair as a charact…

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Episode 106: Advice is Wasted on the Young: An Analysis of Baz Luhrman's Everybody's Free (To Wear Sunscreen) 56:32

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Marc and Kristina are joined once again by their friend Andrea. In this episode we discuss "Everybody's Free," a commencement address style essay that was turned into a song by Baz Luhrman. We discuss the advice given and even offer some of our own. Are we on point? We know our listeners will let us know.SourceSchmich, Mary. 1997. Everybody’s Free …

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Episode 105: Life Lessons in 80s Movies: Ferris Bueller's Day Off 49:07

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Everyone should know the central and stated life lesson in "Ferris Bueller's Day Off." We are not satisfied with that. Marc and Kristina delve into this generationally influential movie and find plenty to discuss. Sources:Posthuma, Lorraine. 2022. “4 Life Lessons from Ferris Bueller.” Medium. May 17, 2022. https://medium.com/@lorraineposthuma/life-…

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Episode 104: The Science of Sexual Fantasies Part II 1:01:33

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Welcome to part two of our series on Sexual Fantasies. We are GenX and we aren't afraid to discuss these delicate matters in front of you, our listeners. You even get to hear Marc describe on of his own. Or is it a joke? It's hard to tell sometimes. So let's get freaky. “A Billion Wicked Thoughts | Ogi Ogas | Talks at Google.” n.d. Www.youtube.com.…

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Episode 103: The Science of Sexual Fantasies Part I 57:03

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What turns us on and why? Marc and Kristina examine this subject in a fun but thoughtful way. Do men and women fantasize about different kinds of things? They sure do. We explore this both through big data and also personal interviews. Trigger warning: Unsurprisingly, this episode deals frankly with sex acts and sexuality. Sources“A Billion Wicked …

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Episode 102: GenX Fads: Seamonkeys, Friendship Pins, and Simon at Studio 54 52:32

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Sources: “Fashion Plates from TOMY (1978).” 2018. Toy Tales. February 5, 2018. https://toytales.ca/fashion-plates-from-tomy-1978/. “15 Delightfully Odd Historical Fads.” 2013. Mental Floss. November 15, 2013. https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/53667/15-delightfully-odd-historical-fads. “Friendship Pins in the 1980s.” 2007. Like Totally 80s. Novemb…

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Episode 101: Re-promote Online Trolls 1:20:22

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In this episode Marc and Kristina discuss the origins of anonymous speech through fake identities, the use of sock puppets and alt accounts online, and how trolling works. Digressions include killing bugs, free speech, some sick burns on a cat-loving community, women who troll, and RIP trolling. Come along for the ride. Sources for this episode: Fl…

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Episode 100: genXtemporaneous the Retrospective 1:24:49

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Happy 100th Episode! It's been a long but amazing trip from the first days with subpar equipment and some vague ideas about podcasting to the somewhat better equipment and vision that produces our episodes today. Thank you to all of our listeners and guests! Now listen to Marc and Kristina talk about early days, their favorite episodes and moments,…

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Episode 99: Life Lessons in Gen X Movies: When Harry Met Sally 1:09:32

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In July, 1989, "When Harry Met Sally..." was released. Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan star in the definitive rom-com of the decade. In this episode, we plumb the depths of this Rob Reiner film, searching for life lessons. We discuss the nature of relationships, cheating, and whether men and women can be friends. This is a pre-sensitivity chip era, so y…

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Episode 98: That Latchkey Life Part 2: An Anecdotal Exploration of the Childhood of Generation X 50:01

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In this episode Marc and Kristina wrap up their discussion about growing up feral in the 70s and 80s. They discuss the AIDS Epidemic, the toys that could kill you, the heroes we had, stranger danger and the woods. Thank you for listening each week, if you are looking for additional content from us, please consider following us on our Patreon (www.P…

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Episode 97: That Latchkey Life: An Anecdotal Exploration of Childhood of Generation X 59:56

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In this episode, Marc and Kristina share personal and twitter followers' anecdotes about life as kids growing up Gen X. This is the first of two episodes that will include: Latchkey living, strange 70s parenting hacks, sex, toys that could kill you and lies that all parents told us. We had a lot of fun tripping down memory lane. We appreciate you l…

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Episode 96: Breakfast Redux (Free Patreon Extended Discussion Sample) 38:06

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In this episode, we extend our discussion about "The Breakfast Club" originally heard in Episode 87. The source material is so rich that we could do half a season of episodes analyzing and talking about this movie. We are giving you just one extra. This episode originally appeared on our Patreon podcast, "GenXtemporaneous: After Dark." Please join …

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Sneak Preview: Vampire Insider Trailer 5:48

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Marc and Kristina are branching out! We have a brand new, ad-free podcast that we're launching with a former guest-host on our podcast, Joann Palumbo. Together we three are going to be watching and reacting to the new AMC television series Interview with the Vampire, based on Anne Rice's classic novel of the same name. Our first two episodes will b…

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Episode 94: Dance! Dance, dance, dance!: Mass Hysteria, Dancing Plagues, and Outrage Culture 1:09:31

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In the sixteenth century, Frau Troffea stepped out of her house into the streets of Strasbourg and started dancing. She didn't stop even though her feet grew bloody and her body became physically exhausted until many days later when she was taken to the shrine of St. Vitus. While she was dancing, others joined in and at one point up to 400 people h…

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Episode 93: Don't Cross the Streams: Ghostbusters, Politics, and the Female Gaze 54:05

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This is one of those rare episodes when Marc and Kristina disagree, and it shows. We discuss the surprising political message in Ghostbusters, the reason why it may not be what it seems, and the way the film holds up from the perspective of the female gaze 38 year after its release. If you would like more content from us, please visit our patreon (…

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Episode 92: The Madding Crowd Unpacked (part 2) 56:29

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In this episode Marc and Kristina have a conversation about Gustav LeBon's theory of the crowd. They explore what he seems to have gotten right and where he may have been slightly off base. We reflect on his argument through the lens of multiple real-world examples including religion, war, and the January 6th insurrection. Sources Zaretsky, Robert.…

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Episode 91: The Madding Crowd Unpacked (part 1) 1:01:02

12M ago1:01:02

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In this episode Marc and Kristina begin their exploration of crowd behavior, its characteristics, the motivations that underpin it and how it became a subject of psychological interest. This episode gives an overview of some of the famous moments in crowd history (peasant's revolt, French and American revolutions, Stonewall Riots, the occupation of…

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