(Panel Chat) Lessons Learned: Gen X Edition!
The Three View Mirror podcast hosts, John aka Gen X Jono, Rachelle Oblack aka Gen X Chelle and Chris Clews, join Kate McCauley to chat aboiut their journey through the Gen X era as they reminisce about the good ol' days and explore what made their generation unique. In this episode, they dive into how their podcast came to be and why they're passionate about sharing their Gen X experiences. With humor and nostalgia, they share personal stories and offer advice for finding joy and success in a fast-paced world.
Takeaways
-The Three View Mirror podcast explores topics from the 70s, 80s, and 90s and finds hidden connections between them.
-Childhood experiences like getting lost and selling candy for fundraisers taught valuable lessons and skills.
-Phone manners and etiquette were important skills in the past, but are less emphasized in the current generation.
-The use of cash and the practice of saving change have become less common, making it important to teach financial smarts to kids.
- Reflections on the impact of technology on the Gen X experience, discussing both the positive and negative aspects.
-They express concerns about the potential loss of work ethic among younger generations due to the ease of crowdfunding and the lack of opportunities for entrepreneurial endeavors.
-The importance of embracing change and pursuing passions is emphasized, with personal stories shared as examples.
-Strategies for surviving and thriving in today's world are discussed, including the power of selective apathy, the value of spending time outdoors, and the benefits of exercise and mindfulness.
The importance of maintaining a positive mindset and finding joy in everyday experiences, even in the face of challenges was highlighted throughout the conversation!
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ThreeView Mirror Podcast audio links
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Hosts:
John Kotrides, aka "Gen X Jono", is a social media/internet personality, podcaster and digital content creator who has captured the hearts of many with his humorous and relatable content about life as a Gen Xer. With a collective following of nearly 1 million across platforms, he shares his experiences and observations on parenting, marriage, and most importantly, the memories, shared experiences and quirks of his generation. His viral videos, including a heartwarming surprise reunion between his daughter and her childhood friend, have made him a beloved figure in the social media landscape. When he's not making people laugh or smile, John is a devoted dad and husband, and a seasoned writer with bylines in Inman News and other publications.
Connect with Gen X Jono here: https://linktr.ee/genxjono
Rachelle Oblack aka Gen X Chelle a digital creator self described as 70s born, 80s kid, 90s wild child. Just a random Gen X woman serving up Gen X randomness. Memories of yesterday and tales for today.
Connect with Gen X Chelle here:
https://www.facebook.com/GenXChelle/ https://www.tiktok.com/@genxchelle https://www.instagram.com/genxchelle https://genxchelle.start.page/
Chris Clews is an author and speaker on the topic of "What 80s Pop Culture Teaches Us About Today's Workplace". A huge supporter of animal rescue, he donates a portion of the proceeds from his books to Wonder Paws Rescue. He's the author of three books in his Ultimate Series on Essential Work & Life Lessons from '80s Pop Culture. The first two are titled What '80s Pop Culture Teaches Us About Today's Workplace while the 3rd is Raised On The 80s: 30+ Unexpected Life Lessons from the Movies and Music That Defined Pop Culture's Most Excellent Decade. Chris combines 22 years of marketing experience in a variety of industries with global brands and ad agencies with his unmatched passion for all things 80s to bring a fun, informative and unique presentation to your group as a keynote speaker.
https://chrisclews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisclews/ https://www.instagram.com/chrisclews80s/
