"We were 30 at 10, and we'll be 30 at 60. That X variable is also our age."

What happens when a Gen X-er from Buffalo turns a COVID lockdown into 60 million monthly views, celebrating the forgotten generation? Well, we are no longer forgotten; it is the most popular generation right now. Leave your bikes on the front lawn and enjoy the conversation.

John Kotrides— GenXJono—didn't set out to become an internet personality. He just wanted to make TikToks with his 9-year-old daughter. But when he turned the camera on himself one night and answered a simple question—"Why are Gen Xers so tough?"—something clicked. Millions of people who grew up with metal playground equipment, unsupervised summers, and Columbia House finally had someone speaking their language.

In this conversation, we dive into:

• The Gen X paradox: How we were simultaneously ignored and watched by everyone.

• How we had no technology, yet created it all. We're cynical skeptics who somehow became the most connected generation.

• Why nostalgia isn't about going back: John makes a compelling case that everything we miss about the '80s is still here—we just need to bring forward the people we were, not the decade itself.

• The cost of division: John shares why he refuses to pick sides and how Gen X might be the generation that brings people back together.

• Meeting your heroes: The convention circuit, celebrity encounters, and what John is up to lately. GO meet your Heros!

This episode will "unlock memories" you forgot you had. You'll laugh at the Columbia House penny scam, remember the game "Perfection" and the fun we had with that type of anxiety, and maybe—just maybe—realize you don't need a DeLorean to reclaim what made those decades special; it is all still inside of us.

GO Follow John and be transported to a magical time and place that still lives within the generation!

Guest: John Kotrides (GenXJono) - Content creator, internet personality, professional Gen X spokesperson

Connect: @GenXJono on all platforms genxjono.com

Merch: https://genxjono.dashery.com/

Join us for an inspiring and deeply honest conversation with transformational coach and nurse, Kyle Tennyson. Kyle shares his journey from a successful nursing career in Los Angeles to embracing his true calling as a transformational coach, helping others reconnect with themselves and live in alignment with their "True North."

Kyle opens up about the challenges of people-pleasing, the importance of listening to your inner voice, and the courage it takes to make life-changing decisions—even when it means leaving behind comfort and certainty.

We discuss the power of community in healing, the role of vulnerability, and practical tools for staying aligned and finding joy in everyday life. We discuss listening to your inner voice, building supportive community, and finding joy by living in alignment with your true self.

Whether you're navigating your own transformation, seeking more fulfillment, or looking for wisdom on self-care and authentic living, this conversation is filled with gold nuggets and actionable insights. Plus, learn more about Kyle's "Mastery Mornings" community.

Find Kyle and be inspired!

Thank you for being here! Let me know what shifted for you after listening to this episode, and share it with others!

Love and peace

Heather

GO Be AMAZING Because YOU are ALREADY AMAZING!!!

Stephen Seidel—leader, storyteller, entrepreneur, and business innovator. Stephen shares his journey, insights, and the passion that drives his work. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, creativity, and the power of storytelling in today’s business landscape. Whether you’re looking for motivation or practical advice, this episode with Stephen Seidel delivers both in abundance.

Stephen is a TEDx keynote speaker, media expert, and brand strategist who helps entrepreneurs, startups, and HR leaders drive cultural alignment and authentic leadership. As founder of the award-winning Seidel Agency and coach to changemakers, he draws on 25 years in PR, media, and marketing to help leaders rewrite their stories, leveraging connection as currency. A best-selling author, podcast creator, and co-founder of the men's collective Gents Journey, Stephen blends humor, heart, and actionable tools to inspire resilient teams and lasting change. Connect with Stephen here:

• Agency: TheSeidelAgency.com
• Coaching: StephenSeidel.com
• Men’s Group: GentsJourney.co ~ Get Deck on Amazon: https://rebrand.ly/journeydeck
• TEDx Talk: https://rebrand.ly/seidelspeaking
• Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stephenseidel/

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