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Breath Control & Bad Decisions

Breath Control & Bad Decisions

Van: Jenn X and Salty J
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Two Gen-X women. Zero supervision. Decades of questionable decisions to unpack.

Breath Control & Bad Decisions is a Gen X podcast hosted by Jenn X and Salty J, revisiting the stuff that made us who we are: the movies we probably shouldn't have watched, the music we wore out, mall culture, first jobs, road trips without GPS, childhood urban legends, and all the bizarre things we were absolutely convinced would kill us.

We grew up drinking from garden hoses, disappearing on bikes until the streetlights came on, riding in cars with questionable safety standards, and somehow believing that quicksand, killer bees and the Bermuda Triangle were legitimate threats to our future.

Now we're looking back with adult eyes, questionable memories, actual facts, and a lot of "WAIT....THAT WASN'T TRUE?!"

Come for the nostalgia. Stay for the bad decisions. If you survived growing up Gen X, you're one of us.

2026 Jenn X and Salty J
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  • Schoolhouse Rock: Conjunction Junction & the Gen X Songs We Can't Forget
    21 Oct 2026

    The conversation revisits the nostalgic educational series 'Schoolhouse Rock,' exploring its impact on Gen X's learning of grammar, civics, and math through catchy songs and animated characters. The hosts reflect on how these lessons shaped their understanding of complex subjects and the humorous, relatable experiences tied to them. The conversation explores nostalgic themes of childhood education through catchy songs and cartoons, particularly focusing on the impact of Schoolhouse Rock on learning. The hosts reflect on how these educational tools shaped their understanding of complex subjects while contrasting them with modern distractions and the decline of traditional media.


    Takeaways

    • Nostalgia for educational content
    • Impact of catchy learning methods Nostalgia for educational cartoons
    • Impact of catchy songs on learning


    Chapters

    • 00:00 Nostalgia for Schoolhouse Rock
    • 02:58 Learning Civics Through Humor
    • 06:04 The Magic of Math Songs
    • 08:58 Exploring Science with Janet
    • 11:59 The Struggles of Adulting
    • 15:09 Grammar Lessons in a Fun Way
    • 18:01 Reflections on Learning and Life
    • 25:33 Nostalgic Reflections on Education
    • 32:35 The Power of Catchy Tunes
    • 41:59 Modern Challenges in Learning
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    38 min.
  • 9 to 5: with Dolly Parton. Why Gen X gets it!
    25 Sep 2026

    The conversation revisits the impact of the movie 'Nine to Five' and its portrayal of workplace dynamics. It explores the themes of workplace harassment, gender inequality, and the cathartic fantasy of seeking revenge on a tyrannical boss. The hosts share personal experiences and reflections on the characters in the movie, drawing parallels to real-life workplace situations. The conversation covers workplace dynamics, toxic bosses, and the empowerment of women in the workplace. It also delves into the impact of the movie 'Nine to Five' and its relevance in today's corporate environment.


    Takeaways

    • Workplace harassment and gender inequality are enduring issues that have been depicted in popular culture and continue to be relevant today.
    • The movie 'Nine to Five' serves as a cathartic fantasy for many individuals who have experienced workplace mistreatment and unfair treatment from bosses.
    • The characters in the movie represent different aspects of the workplace experience, from naivety and idealism to disillusionment and the desire for revenge. Toxic workplace dynamics
    • Empowerment of women in the workplace


    Chapters

    • 00:00 Portrayal of Workplace Harassment and Inequality
    • 04:20 The Office Environment and Work Culture
    • 09:05 Cathartic Fantasy and Seeking Revenge
    • 31:02 Empowerment of Women in the Workplace
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    1 u. en 5 min.
  • The Gen X Snackpocalypse: They Took Away our Favorite Shit
    19 Sep 2026

    The conversation delves into the nostalgia for extinct foods and the impact of changing food formulas on consumer preferences. It explores the emotional connection to discontinued food items and the consequences of altering beloved recipes. The conversation delves into nostalgic fast food memories, including the Yumbo sandwich and Wendy's buffet. It then explores Chick-fil-A, local fast food favorites, Taco Bell, and the changing pricing of fast food. The discussion also covers Hostess snacks, moon pies, Mardi Gras traditions, homemade French bread pizzas, and a love for cereal. The conversation delves into the nostalgia of retro cereals and snacks, the popularity of Ghostbusters Ecto Cooler and Cheese Whiz, the significance of Velveeta and Hanky Panky Dip, the introduction of Pepsi AM and Cheese Whiz, the love for Combos and Keebler Cookies, the impact of microwaves and Hungry Man Dinners, the changing palate and wine preferences, the fat-free craze and Snackwells, the controversy surrounding Alestra and sugar-free peach rings, and the discussion of discontinued snacks and nostalgia.

    Takeaways

    • Food nostalgia
    • Impact of changing food formulas Nostalgic fast food favorites
    • DIY fast food at home Nostalgia
    • Changing Palate

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Nostalgia for Extinct Foods
    • 21:07 Nostalgic Fast Food Memories
    • 26:56 Chick-fil-A and Local Favorites
    • 30:07 Taco Bell and Fast Food Pricing
    • 34:29 Hostess Snacks and Moon Pies
    • 36:36 Mardi Gras and French Bread Pizzas
    • 39:16 Cereal Love
    • 39:34 Retro Cereals and Snacks
    • 40:31 Ghostbusters Ecto Cooler and Cheese Whiz
    • 41:16 Velveeta and Hanky Panky Dip
    • 42:44 Pepsi AM and Cheese Whiz
    • 43:39 Combos and Keebler Cookies
    • 46:14 Microwaves and Hungry Man Dinners
    • 47:20 Changing Palate and Wine Preferences
    • 48:17 Fat-Free Craze and Snackwells
    • 49:31 Alestra and Sugar-Free Peach Rings
    • 52:53 Discontinued Snacks and Nostalgia
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    52 min.
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