GenXGrownUp Podcast

Jon Reddick, Mo Smith, and George Sumpter have been at this since 2017, and with close to 490 episodes, GenXGrownUp is one of the most prolific Gen X podcasts out there. The format feels like sitting at a table with three friends who refuse to grow up, bouncing between memories of growing up in the 70s, 80s, and early 90s and whatever's happening right now. They cover movies, music, video games, tech gadgets, toys, comics, and basically anything that made growing up in that era feel distinct. New episodes drop every Thursday, alternating between fresh main episodes and "Backtrack" episodes that revisit earlier conversations or topics. Recent shows have covered the Gen X mall experience, classic action heroes, and The Greatest American Hero. The podcast is produced by Evergreen Podcasts, which gives it solid production quality without stripping out the casual hang-out vibe. GenXGrownUp isn't just a podcast either. It's become a broader content creation brand dedicated to Gen X culture, with a website full of articles and retrospectives. If you want a weekly fix of nostalgia mixed with present-day commentary from three genuinely knowledgeable guys who clearly enjoy each other's company, this is a reliable pick.