As a Gen Xer who’s lived through the evolution of tech, Ubuntu has always been my Linux distro of choice. With each new release, I… Read More »Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS: A Gen Xer’s Take on the Upgrade, RDP Improvements, and a Clever Fix for Annoying Issues
We always hear about how we have “total freedom of speech,” but then there’s always a “but” or an exception. They trot out the old… Read More »The Illusion of Free Speech: When Labels Become Control (Through Gen X Eyes)
For many of us who grew up in the 1970s, Saturday and Sunday mornings were more than just a break from the school week—they were… Read More »Gen X Nostalgia: A Personal Look Back at “Marlo and the Magic Movie Machine”
As the 1980s transitioned into the ’90s, Chicago emerged as the epicenter of a musical revolution that would reshape nightlife: house music. This genre, with… Read More »The House Music Craze and Clubbing Scene of the ’80s and ’90s: Chicago’s Epicenter
As a Gen Xer, growing up in the late 80s and early 90s was a time of cultural shifts, political upheaval, and, for many of… Read More »Rush Limbaugh: The Voice of a Generation’s Controversy and Curiosity
Over the past hundred years, America has witnessed a fascinating paradox—one that becomes particularly glaring when viewed through the lens of Generation X, the cohort… Read More »The Patriot Paradox: A Gen X Perspective on Capitalism and Protectionism
Dear Boomers, Millennials, Gen Z, and Beyond, Ah, the sweet, sweet bonds we share across the generations. We, the humble Gen Xers, just wanted to… Read More »A Gen X Love Letter to Other Generations
The political leanings of Generation X are complex and multifaceted, shaped by the unique experiences and cultural influences that defined their formative years. While some… Read More »Is Generation X Very Pro-Trump? Understanding the Influence of Strong Leaders
The early to mid-90s were a golden era for alternative rock, a time when music transformed from the polished pop of the 80s to something… Read More »The Alternative Rock Wave of the Early to Mid-90s: A Gen X Soundtrack
Growing up as part of Generation X, we were often told by our Boomer parents that if we followed our passions, the money would come… Read More »Generation X: Sold a Bill of Goods