Gen X Taste Podcast

Lynn Chen and Christy Meyers describe Gen X Taste as a seasonal show about nostalgia and novelty, and that framework shapes everything about it. The podcast evolved from their previous long-running show The Actor's Diet, which ran for over 100 episodes from 2013 to 2024, so these two have serious chemistry and podcasting experience behind them. Gen X Taste launched in 2024 on Substack and has released about 9 episodes so far, organized into themed seasons. Each episode blends beauty, fashion, and lifestyle conversations with Gen X nostalgia in a way that feels natural rather than forced. One episode might cover perimenopause pain, purse organization, and Halloween stories in a single sitting. Another features poet Maggie Smith discussing whether childhood movies hold up decades later. The Substack format means subscribers get bonus content and community discussion threads alongside the audio. Lynn brings her background as an actress and food writer, while Christy adds her own perspective on parenting, aging, and the weird intersection of caring for seniors while managing teen hormones. The show targets Gen Xers who are over 40 and still figuring things out, which is honestly most of them. It's a smaller, more intimate podcast that rewards listeners who want thoughtful conversation over high-volume content.