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Hosted by Paul Stroessner · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 200 episodes
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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
Paul Stroessner hosts GenX Journeys, a education show with 200 episodes published.
In Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Linda Varisco, we continue her remarkable story where Part 1 left off. After being sentenced to federal prison for a crime that began with a devastating scam, Linda shares what life
Every family has stories. Some are passed down from generation to generation, while others are nearly lost to time. In this episode of GenX Journeys , Paul Stroessner and Suzanne Mattaboni welcome author Lara Brenckle Ma
What if the songs that shaped your life could also help you heal? In this episode of GenX Book Club , Paul Stroessner and Suzanne Mattaboni welcome author Steve Matsumoto to discuss his heartfelt debut novel, The Last Mi
What if the dream you had at five years old was still waiting for you? In this inspiring episode of GenX Journeys , Paul welcomes Stacie Jones , founder of AB & J Travel Agency , certified travel advisor, entrepreneur, s
What if you could step back into the neighborhoods, friendships, and moments that shaped your life? In this episode of GenX Journeys, Paul welcomes author Mike Di Leo to discuss his remarkable book, There Are Places I Re
What do an arrow through the head, a white suit, a banjo, and two wild and crazy guys have in common? Steve Martin. In this episode of the GenX Book Club, Paul Stroessner, Suzanne Mattaboni, and Del Roehling take a nosta
What happens when the thing you love most is suddenly taken away? In this episode of GenX Journeys, Paul sits down with singer-songwriter Greg Amici to explore a story of resilience, reinvention, and returning to a passi
In this episode of GenX Journeys, Paul welcomes Marine Corps combat veteran and author Keith Cole for a deeply honest conversation about trauma, burnout, faith, resilience, and recovery. Keith shares his journey from gro
For this episode of GenX Journeys, Paul sits down with Devin Fish for one of the most honest and emotionally powerful conversations the show has featured yet. Growing up in poverty, constantly moving from place to place,
What happens after life changes in ways you never saw coming? In this episode of GenX Journeys , Paul sits down with author and personal brand strategist Chanoa Inez to explore what it really takes to rebuild, realign, a
What does it really take to change your life? In this episode of GenX Journeys , Paul sits down with Matt Melvin, whose journey includes prison, addiction, and multiple life resets—but more importantly, a complete shift
What do you do when the life you built no longer feels like it fits? In this episode of GenX Journeys , I'm joined by Camille Miller—three-time bestselling author, business designer, and founder of the Soul Professional
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 Mattabon
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 . Loui
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
Steve Spears, creator and co-host of Stuck in the '80s , joins Paul Stroessner and Suzanne Mattaboni to celebrate 20 years of 80s podcasting—and to discuss his new book, Stuck in the '80s: 20 Years of Conversations with
Put on your skinny tie, crank the horn section, and try not to "black out" when you meet your heroes. 😄 In this roundtable episode, Paul is joined by GenX Book Club cohorts Suzanne Mattaboni and Del Roehling , plus spec
What does it really mean to choose life? In this episode of GenX Journeys , Paul sits down with Sanet van Breda —a global community builder, voice amplifier, and passionate advocate for self-love—to explore how one power
Welcome back to the GenX Book Club —and happy New Year! Paul Stroessner , Del Roehling and Suzanne Mattaboni talk about Future Boy by Michael J. Fox , a fast, entertaining behind-the-scenes snapshot of one of the most in
This week on GenX Journeys , I'm joined by the multi-talented and endlessly creative Will Padilla — host of the hit podcast 1980s Now , composer, writer, actor, and author of Totally Bogus But True: Tales of the 1980s .
Matt Melvin
author of Bullied Behind Bars: A Gay Christian Trump Supporter Goes to Prison
1 appearance on this show
Camille Miller
1 appearance on this show
Steve Spears
CFO · Mercy Housing
1 appearance on this show
Helen O'Hara
Film Journalist And Author of Women Vs Hollywood · Empire Film Podcast & Magazine
1 appearance on this show
A.J. Brown
Third World
1 appearance on this show
Craig Siegel
Keynote Speaker & Performance & Mindset Coach · Cultivate Lasting Symphony
1 appearance on this show
Diane Franklin
1 appearance on this show
Amber Glenn
world champion figure skater, Olympic hopeful
1 appearance on this show
Mark Weiss
Photographer
1 appearance on this show
Keri Jacobs
Executive Director · Graduate Institute of Cooperative Leadership
1 appearance on this show
Phil Januszewski
motivational speaker and teacher · MPPresentations
1 appearance on this show
Molly Smith
Group Vice President, Public Policy · American Hospital Association
1 appearance on this show
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