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GenX Journeys

GenX Journeys

De: Paul Stroessner
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Welcome to GenX Journeys, the podcast that celebrates reinvention, resilience, and the unstoppable spirit of Generation X! 🎸💥 Formerly known as Journey of the Rhode Runner and Inspiring Journeys, this evolution reflects the path so many of us are on—rediscovering our passions, rewriting our stories, and proving that it's never too late to thrive. Each week, we bring you: 📅 Wednesdays – New episodes of GenX Journeys, featuring inspiring conversations with thought leaders, athletes, entertainers, and everyday warriors who embody the GenX mindset: work hard, play hard, and never stop growing. 📅 Thursdays – Throwback Thursdays, where we revisit classic episodes from Return to the '80s—a nostalgic deep dive into the movies, music, and pop culture that shaped us. 📅 Fridays – Power Surge, a short, high-energy dose of inspiration to fuel your mindset and keep you moving forward. Each episode begins with a heartfelt tribute to a fallen hero, honoring the mission of 22 Too Many. Because the best part of your story? It's still being written. 🎤 Hosted by Paul Stroessner, runner, writer, pop culture enthusiast, and proud GenXer on a mission to inspire. #GenXJourneys #NeverTooLate #ThrowbackMeetsFuture #Reinvention #NostalgiaAndGrowth Arte Desarrollo Personal Éxito Personal
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  • Keeping the 80s Alive: Inside the Rubixx Experience

    Keeping the 80s Alive: Inside the Rubixx Experience
    Mar 26 2026
    What happens when the soundtrack of the 1980s comes roaring back to life with big vocals, big energy, and a whole lot of heart? In this episode of GenX Journeys, Paul is joined by GenX Book Club co-host Suzanne Mattaboni for a lively conversation with Rob and Lisa of Rubixx, one of the country's premier 80s tribute bands. Together, they dive into what makes 80s music so unforgettable, how Rubixx creates a full-on experience rather than just a performance, and why the songs of that decade still bring people together across generations. Rob and Lisa share the origin story of the band, how they build their setlists to keep audiences singing and dancing, and the fun behind the costumes, visuals, movie-theme medleys, duets, and onstage chemistry that make a Rubixx show feel like a time machine with amplifiers. The conversation also explores the magic of MTV, the power of 80s soundtracks, the wide range of genres that defined the decade, and the challenge of performing these iconic songs live while keeping their energy intact. Along the way, there are plenty of laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and a clear love for the music that shaped a generation. Whether you were raised on synth-pop, power ballads, movie anthems, freestyle, new wave, or arena rock, this episode is a celebration of the music, memories, and community that still make the 80s hit hard today. In this episode: How Rubixx came together and evolved into the band it is todayWhy 80s music still resonates so deeply with audiencesThe art of creating a full visual and musical experience on stage Favorite crowd-pleasers, duets, and movie-theme momentsThe influence of MTV on music, fashion, and identity Songs that are tougher to perform than they soundWhy authenticity, camaraderie, and zero ego matter in a live band Upcoming shows and where to find Rubixx online If you love 80s music, live performance, and stories about people keeping the spirit of a generation alive, this one is for you. Connect with Rubixx 🎥 TikTok: @RubixxBand 📷 Instagram: RubixxBand 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rubixxband 📺 YouTube: @RubixxBand More from the GenX Book Club Crew 📖 Suzanne Mattaboni (Author of Once in a Lifetime) 🔹 Get her book anywhere books are sold, including Kindle Unlimited and onceinalifetimenovel.com 🔹 Visit her at suzannemattaboni.com 🔹 Follow Suzanne: 📷 Instagram: @suzannemattaboni80s🐦 X: @suzmattaboni📘 Facebook: Suzanne Mattaboni 🎙️ Del Roehling (Host of 80s at 8 on 91.1 WEDM FM) 🔹 Tune in to 80s at 8 for all your favorite throwback tunes 🔹 Get your daily dose of '80s news on the 80s at 8 Facebook page 💡 Connect with GenX Journeys 🌎 Website: GenXJourneys.net 📩 Email: paul@genxjourneys.net 📺 YouTube: @GenXJourneys 📷 Instagram: @GenXJourneys 🐦 Twitter/X: @Returntothe80s 📘 Facebook: GenX Journeys 🎥 TikTok: @GenXJourneys 🎧 Subscribe to the GenX Journeys Podcast on: ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ Spotify ✅ iHeartRadio ✅ Podbean ✅ PlayerFM 💡 Whether you're a die-hard '80s fan, a nostalgia lover, or just someone who enjoys a great book club discussion, this episode is packed with fun, wisdom, and plenty of throwback vibes. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow/subscribe on your favorite podcast app and leave a review. And tell us:
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    1 h y 6 m
  • A Marine's Return to Faith: Louie Alessio on Healing, Purpose, and Redemption

    A Marine's Return to Faith: Louie Alessio on Healing, Purpose, and Redemption
    Mar 18 2026

    In this powerful episode of GenX Journeys, Paul welcomes Louie Alessio — a retired Marine who served 25 years, a husband, father, teacher in his parish, and author of the upcoming book So There I Was… Out of Ammo.

    Louie shares his story of growing up Catholic in Youngstown, Ohio, drifting away from faith, serving in the Marines, and eventually confronting the emotional and spiritual weight of transition, regret, and moral injury after retirement. What followed was not just a return to Church, but a profound rediscovery of faith, healing, purpose, and mercy.

    Together, Paul and Louie discuss military life, identity after service, the challenges of civilian transition, the pull of social media and modern distraction, the importance of prayer, and how faith can reshape the way we show up for our families and the world around us.

    Louie also opens up about a dark season after retirement, the divine timing that helped save his life, and how that turning point led him back to the Church and into a new mission of helping others through writing, ministry, and witness.

    This is a moving conversation about resilience, redemption, and the reminder that sometimes the road back becomes the most important journey of all.

    In this episode:

    • Louie's Catholic upbringing in Youngstown, Ohio

    • Why he chose to follow his brother into the Marine Corps

    • What 25 years of military service taught him about discipline, character, and identity

    • How virtues can become distorted without a deeper moral foundation

    • What "moral injury" means and how it can surface after service

    • The difficulty of transitioning out of the military and back into civilian life

    • Louie's darkest season after retirement and the intervention that changed everything

    • How a faith-based veterans program helped awaken something in him

    • Returning to Mass after decades away

    • How faith transformed his outlook as a husband, father, veteran, and man

    • The impact of prayer, compassion, and empathy in everyday life

    • Why he began writing about healing, faith, and purpose

    • His upcoming book, So There I Was… Out of Ammo

    • A message of hope for anyone who feels distant from faith or unsure how to find their way back

    Connect with Louie Alessio

    📘 Facebook: Louie Alessio

    Connect with GenX Journeys

    🌎 Website: GenXJourneys.net
    📩 Email: paul@genxjourneys.net
    📺 YouTube: @GenXJourneys
    📷 Instagram: @GenXJourneys
    🐦 Twitter/X: @Returntothe80s
    📘 Facebook: GenX Journeys
    🎥 TikTok: @GenXJourneys

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    1 h y 9 m
  • GenX Book Club: Ordinary People by Judith Guest

    GenX Book Club: Ordinary People by Judith Guest
    Mar 13 2026
    In this episode of the GenX Book Club, Paul Stroessner and Suzanne Mattaboni dive into Ordinary People, Judith Guest's powerful 1976 debut novel, and the acclaimed 1980 film adaptation directed by Robert Redford. Paul and Suzanne explore the emotional depth of this story, from Conrad's survivor's guilt and fragile recovery to the very different ways each member of the Jarrett family processes grief. They discuss the novel's psychological richness, the film's remarkable faithfulness to the book, and how their perspectives on characters like Beth changed over time. They also talk about the film's standout performances from Timothy Hutton, Mary Tyler Moore, Donald Sutherland, and Judd Hirsch, why the story still hits hard decades later, and how Ordinary People remains a moving portrait of family, trauma, healing, and emotional survival. In this episode: Judith Guest's debut novel and why it became such a major success Robert Redford's directorial debut and the film's Oscar-winning legacy Why Ordinary People still feels emotionally raw and relevant Conrad's healing journey and the impact of survivor's guilt Beth's complexity and how the book adds more nuance to her character The powerful therapy scenes with Dr. Berger Key differences between the book and film Why this story remains such a strong example of character-driven storytelling Spoiler warning: This episode contains major spoilers for both the book and the film. Next up in the GenX Book Club: A lighter change of pace with Born Standing Up by Steve Martin More from the GenX Book Club Crew 📖 Suzanne Mattaboni (Author of Once in a Lifetime) 🔹 Get her book anywhere books are sold, including Kindle Unlimited and onceinalifetimenovel.com 🔹 Visit her at suzannemattaboni.com 🔹 Follow Suzanne: 📷 Instagram: @suzannemattaboni80s🐦 X: @suzmattaboni📘 Facebook: Suzanne Mattaboni 🎙️ Del Roehling (Host of 80s at 8 on 91.1 WEDM FM) 🔹 Tune in to 80s at 8 for all your favorite throwback tunes 🔹 Get your daily dose of '80s news on the 80s at 8 Facebook page 💡 Connect with GenX Journeys 🌎 Website: GenXJourneys.net 📩 Email: paul@genxjourneys.net 📺 YouTube: @GenXJourneys 📷 Instagram: @GenXJourneys 🐦 Twitter/X: @Returntothe80s 📘 Facebook: GenX Journeys 🎥 TikTok: @GenXJourneys 🎧 Subscribe to the GenX Journeys Podcast on: ✅ Apple Podcasts ✅ Spotify ✅ iHeartRadio ✅ Podbean ✅ PlayerFM 💡 Whether you're a die-hard '80s fan, a nostalgia lover, or just someone who enjoys a great book club discussion, this episode is packed with fun, wisdom, and plenty of throwback vibes. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow/subscribe on your favorite podcast app and leave a review. And tell us:
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    51 m
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