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.
This episode explores climate change through intergenerational conversations, examining personal experiences, generational responsibility, and potential solutions for a sustainable future.
23 May 2025
13: The American Dream(ish)
The hosts of Voices of XYZ examine the evolving concept of the "American Dream," exploring its historical context, current perception, and the influence of media and societal factors in an interview.
4 Apr 2025
12: Capitalism.exe – The Politics Behind Tech
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.
4 Mar 2025
11: From Big Buys to Subscription Traps - How Shopping Has Evolved Across Generations
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 you.
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24 Jan 2025
10: Traveling Through Time
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!
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10 Jan 2025
9: Growing Up In Iowa
Iowa native and entrepreneur, Sarah Hagan, shares stories of growing up in Iowa, exploring the state's small-town life, nostalgic traditions, and the challenges faced by rural communities today.
20 Dec 2024
8: Quitting Our First Developer Job
Career transition experts, including three generations of professionals, share stories of evolving workplace values, navigating salary changes, and building fulfilling careers through pay transparency and intentional career moves.
23 Nov 2024
7: From Flip Phones to Digital Detox
Mobile tech experts, including a Gen Z user, a millennial developer, and a baby boomer, share their perspectives on the impact of smartphones on communication and the need for digital detox.
18 Oct 2024
6: Our First Year As A Software Developer
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!
4 Oct 2024
5: Video Games - Round 1
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!
20 Sept 2024
4: Kindergarten to High School
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!
6 Sept 2024
3: College Days
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!
23 Aug 2024
2: Landing a Developer Job
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!
16 Aug 2024
1: Slang & Memes
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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