Voices of XYZ
This three-host podcast, each a member of Generation X, Y, or Z, discusses how their experiences of the same events - such as their first day of school, first crush, or first computer - differed from a generational viewpoint. All three grew up in the Midwest and are now software developers.
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We sat down to unpack what the “American Dream” even means anymore. Spoiler: it’s not a house, a lawn, and a pension. From our different upbringings to media mind games, housing chaos, and conspiracy spirals - we’re digging into how it used to be, how it feels now, and what’s real versus just really good PR.
No experts, just life. Come hang.
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What do college, crypto, BRICS, and tech bros have in common? In this episode, we unpack how politics, media, and technology have shaped — and fractured — our trust in government. From personal political awakenings to the rising influence of tech giants and the looming shadow of our political climate, we connect dots between culture wars, startup myths, and the shifting global power structure.
In this episode, we talk about how shopping has changed over the years—from those big-ticket items we used to save up for to the subscriptions we can’t seem to stop signing up for. We also get into how reviews, advertising, and impulsive buying have shaped the way we spend, plus the financial challenges each generation is facing. 💸
If you’ve ever wondered how we went from collecting coupons to clicking “subscribe,” this one’s for ...
Join us as we explore the evolution of travel across generations! From navigating with maps and traveling before 9/11 to sharing family trips, travel horror stories, and dreams of future adventures, we dive into the joys and challenges of exploring the world. Plus, tips and advice to make your next trip unforgettable!
Tune in now 🎧!
In this episode, we explore growing up in Iowa, from small-town life to the energy of Des Moines. We discuss the impact of meth and weather events (flooding, derechos, tornadoes, oh my!), nostalgic activities like the Iowa State Fair, weather memories, comfort foods, and some fun Iowa trivia. Plus, we dive into the challenges small towns face today.
Tune in now 🎧 for a journey through the Hawkeye State and share your Iowa memories...
In this episode, we share stories of career transitions and lessons learned from our first jobs. From navigating notice periods to onboarding challenges, we dive into evolving workplace values, the impact of inflation on salaries, and the rise of pay transparency. Hear perspectives from three generations on building fulfilling careers. Tune in now! 🎧
From flip phone nostalgia to today’s constant connectivity, we explore how mobile tech has shaped our lives. Hear perspectives from three generations on smartphones, the evolution of communication, and the need for a digital detox. Tune in now! 🎧
In this episode, we mainly discuss our first year as a software developer. What was advice you wished you had when you had first started? How have you experienced imposter syndrome; how do you overcome it? What unexpected skills did you end up needing? What has your experience been with #agile & #scrum? Did you know software used to be shipped to a "merge master" via tapes? And much more - listen now!
On this episode, we discuss how video games affected our lives. How has eSports grown and evolved since the late 90s? What was the Pandora's box of paid downloadable content and what has it changed since? Does anyone remember the unplayable Atari E.T. or SwordQuest games? And much more - listen now!
On this episode, we discuss our K-12 experience. How has bullying changed over 40 years? What about school lunch and recess? Did you forget about the complex and contradictory social hierarchy of middle school? And much more - listen now!
In this episode, we travel back in time to our college years. How do college students navigate their first semester these days? How has student entertainment shifted across the years? Are the men's dorms still a smelly mixture of cologne and trash? And much more!
In this episode, we discuss how we started our careers as developers in the 90s, 2000s, and today. How did people create resumes in the 90s? How has company and worker culture shifted in the last 30 years? Is stealing stuff out of a shared fridge a timeless tradition? And much more!
In this very first episode, we talk about slang and memes - how they started, how they spread, and the cultural impacts that they had on each of us.
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