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An almost-Zoomer and not-quite-Boomer bridge the generation gap. Jim was born in 1966, the first year of Generation X. Molly was born in 1996, the last year of the Millennials. Together they explore the inter-generational differences — and similarities — in how they think about current events and topics, and get to know each other better along the way. Join the conversation! Tweet us @zoomboompod. Email us: hello@zoomboompod.com. Web: www.ZoomBoomPod.com
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Jim and Molly enlighten each other in this episode about the relatively new concept of "self care." Jim (the almost-Boomer) wonders if it's just a way to justify selfish behavior, and Molly (the not-quite-Zoomer) contemplates whether self-discipline is a form of self-care. Is this a new thing, or just a new name for a thing we've always done? Email…
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It's been a few months since our last episode, and we apologize. There's been some stuff going on in the world, but now we're back. Thank you for your patience! In this episode, Molly and Jim discuss the issues of trust across the generational divide... from the cyber world to real life; from locking down your email to locking your doors. Do you us…
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This week, Molly and Jim discuss whether it's time for the internet to be treated as a utility, i.e. regulated by the US government (like electric service, water, USPS, etc). In the months since the pandemic shutdown, both adults and school kids have become much more dependent on a fast and stable internet connection to accomplish their daily tasks…
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Apologies for the late upload this week. Labor Day weekend preparations got in the way of an on-time edit. This week Molly and Jim discuss the pros and cons of the traditional 40-hour workweek which has been around since the coal-powered factories of the Industrial Age, as well as the meaning of "productivity" in today's very different world. We al…
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This is a complicated episode, and we look forward to your feedback. The concept of Cancel Culture is controversial, and whether you believe it's a real thing or not, there are people in all generations who are affected by it. Thanks to everyone who sent us thoughts and feedback about this discussion topic, and please let us know if we missed anyth…
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In this episode, Molly schools Jim on the subtle differences between the hahas and the lols. Boomers: How many ways are there to laugh via text? There are more than you think, and the nuances are astounding. Zoomers: You eye-roll when your parents use a period at the end of their texts, or use the wrong acronym. Molly sets them straight. Send us yo…
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We discuss the generational difference in attitudes toward the ownership of things... houses, cars, music, movies, records, and clothes. How do Millennials and GenZ think about buying and owning things, vs the Boomers and GenX? What's the motivation behind this? Is it a conscious choice, or a decision based on necessity? Molly polled her friends an…
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Welcome to the show. In this short intro (11 min) Molly and Jim discuss a little about ourselves, and what this podcast is all about. With 30 years between us, we have very different viewpoints. Each week, we'll take a look at a topic, and discuss how we see things from our own perspectives, and what we have in common. We will each try to teach the…
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