Synopsis
A podcast where we take a look back at the pop culture that defines our generation. It's TV, Movies, Comics, Morning Cartoons, vidya games, Star Wars & Wrestling all rolled into one.It's a modern look at our retro lifestyle.A member of the Star Wars Commonwealth NetworkYour hosts: Anil Sharma, Jamie Milman, Stev3 and Rob Williams
Episodes
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"GXW VS." #9 - Commercial Mascots
04/11/2015 Duration: 07minCurrent reigning champion Rob hosts this round and the theme is Commercial Mascots. He names the mascot Bulent, Anil and Josh name the company. Who will walk away GXW Champion this time?
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GXW - Episode 039 - The Fans Awaken
02/11/2015 Duration: 01h05min*** Spoilers Alert*** This is an all Star Wars episode. The GXW crew discuss Rebel's Season 2 (Episode 2 & 3), the recent Star Wars books and of course The Force Awakens poster and Trailer. We do go into detail about Rebels and touch on parts of the books but we know VERY LITTLE about the upcoming Force Awakens movie and just speculate about what we think we'll see. Tell us what you are expecting from the upcoming movie: Twitter: https://twitter.com/GenxwingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy pretty much a Force Awakens ticket for every day of the month. GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape. ***The Generation X-Wing Podcast is not associated with Lucasfilm LTD, Disney, and its opinions and conversations do not represent those
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GXW Vs. #8 - Winging It
29/10/2015 Duration: 13minIt's Anil's turn for the questions after he won the last episode (which is unfortunately lost forever). Topic? Well he is pulling it out of butt on this one... Who will win?
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GXW - Episode 038 - "Halloween"
26/10/2015 Duration: 55minThe GXW crew get together and tell some stories about Halloween when we were kids.From fireworks to costumes to candy, we reminisce about our youth and even throw in a ghost story.Also featured "What Excites You?" - James Bond "Spectre" - Star Wars Rebels - WWE Stardust/ Xavier Woods playing Battlefront - Star Wars/Aboriginal Art by BC Artist (and 501st Outer Rim Garrison member) Andy Everson What are some great childhood memories of Halloween you have? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy Josh a pottery wheel so he can live out his ghost fantasies. GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape. ***The Generation X-Wing Podcast is not associated with Lucasfilm LTD, Disney, and it
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GXW - Episode 037 - The Horror Genre
19/10/2015 Duration: 01h11minThe GXW crew are joined by Leanna Rae Podavin, an extremely talented make up artist for shows such as X-files, Millennium, X-Men 2 & Thirteen Ghosts (to name just a few). The group discuss the horror genre. Why do fans like to be scared? How has the genre grown over time? And which movies do we enjoy?Also featured: "What Excites You?"- Mark Millar "talent Search" _ Blue Jays Baseball - All Star Batman and Robin - Star Wars "Epic Yarns" Children's book.Are you a fan of the Horror Genre? Which movies do you enjoy? Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to make our own found footage horror movie. We just follow Bulent around with a camera while he coughs up phlegm for 8 hours. GXW theme song by Arim Ahme
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GXW - Episode 36 - "Back to School"
12/10/2015 Duration: 01h10minThe GXW crew are back to basics with a rundown of some of the best School Movies and TV shows of the 80's and 90's. From the zany to the serious and everything in between. Which were your favorite? Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy an autographed Clint Howard 8x10 photo to hang above the mantle. If that does not bring character to your room, nothing will. GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape. Intro song: Simple Minds - "Don't You (Forget About Me) Outro Song: Wheatus - "Teenage Dirtbag" ***The Generation X-Wing Podcast is not associated with Lucasfilm LTD, Disney, and its opinions and conversations do not represent those of Lucasfilm LTD or Disney. Generation X-Wing Podcast is created
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"GXW VS. #6" - Spice World Edition
07/10/2015 Duration: 08minYes...you read that right. Today, Bulent is our host and today's topic is Spice World. Will Rob actually have a shot at winning or will Josh or Anil steal it away from him like a bunch of Wanna Be's.... How did you fair?...C'mon...be honest... Let us know at:Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy Rob some therapy, because either way...he does not come out of this well... GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape.
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GXW - Episode 035 - "Boys are Back"
05/10/2015 Duration: 01h12minThe GXW crew are finally back together so we just sit down and catch up. From Ireland to Netflix to Seinfeld to SW Card Trader...we make all the stops.What excited you the last little while? Let us know on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy Anil some iTunes cards so he can spend it on SW Card Trader...because he is totally down with that. Beginning song: Thin Lizzy - "The Boys are Back in Town" End Song: Hothouse Flowers - "Hardstone City" GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape. ***The Generation X-Wing Podcast is not associated with Lucasfilm LTD, Disney, and its opinions and conversations do not represent those of Lucasfilm LTD or Disney. Generation X-Wing Podcast is created entirely fo
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"GXW VS." #5
30/09/2015 Duration: 13minGXW VS is BACK! It is the "Back to School Edition". Anil is at the helm and Bulent, Josh and Rob face off in the fifth round for the coveted GXW trophy! How did you do this time around? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy Rob a lawyer to sue Bulent for last weeks GXW VS episode, because he really does have a good case! #bigbaby GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape. ***The Generation X-Wing Podcast is not associated with Lucasfilm LTD, Disney, and its opinions and conversations do not represent those of Lucasfilm LTD or Disney. Generation X-Wing Podcast is created entirely for entertainment & educational purposes only. All media resources produced by Generation X-Wing Po
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GXW - Episode 034 - Guilty Pleasures 2
21/09/2015 Duration: 58minThe GXW crew are joined by Alan Chambers again to fill in for Anil. They discuss a new round of movies that some should truly feel guilty about.Also on this episode: "What Excited You?" where we discuss: Amiibos, Angry Birds, Daredevil and Star Wars Card Trading. Rob also gives out another "Malibu Stacy Hat Award". What are your guilty pleasures? Should we truly feel guilty about films that we enjoy?Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy Josh another set of tickets to Vietnam to see that puppet show he missed out on (It'll make sense when you hear the episode). Beginning Song: Edie Brickell - "What I am" End Song: Spice Girls - "Spice Up Your Life" GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at
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Episode 033 - Star Wars/Lucas Arts Video Games
14/09/2015 Duration: 01h02minRob and Josh are joined once again by Alan Chambers as well as Jamie Bell from the System Addicts. In Part 2 we talk Lucas Arts and Star Wars games. From Atari to PS4 we discuss which games stand the test of time and which ones we would like to forget? Which Star Wars games are your favorite? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to create our own Star Wars video game based on Force Friday.You must battle your way through eBay hounds, fanboys and children to collect action figures and lego. We call it "Force Friday: The Nerd Awakens" (working title). Beginning Song: Blaster Proof - Star Wars Kinect End song: Im Han Solo - Star Wars Kinect GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape. ***
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GXW - Episode 032 - Video Games with the System Addicts
07/09/2015 Duration: 01h12minRob and josh are holding the fort down today, but they are not alone. Joining them are Alan Chambers (from last weeks Superman episode) and Jamie Bell from the System Addicts. In Part 1 of our two part series on Video Games with the System Addicts we discuss old school games. We look back at some of the games that had a major influence on our youth and how it has grown and developed to what we see today.Also on this episode: "What excites you?": Mega Man movie, Super Mario Maker, podcats shout outs, and Force Friday! how have games influenced you? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to create our own Force Friday video game involving Black Series super combos, awesome fight mechanics and f
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GXW - Force Friday!
04/09/2015 Duration: 01h33minAnil and Rob brave the line at Toys R Us in Coquitlam, BC (just outside Vancouver). We meet so many great people. From Mexico to Star Wars: Episode 3 line up from 10 years ago to other podcasts and websites to the 501st! Then the doors open....It was a memorable night. Were we lucky or were we walking away empty handed or worse...with a GREEDO? Did you have better luck on Force Friday? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to get Anil and Rob some counselling after this traumatic event. We need a hug! Warning: there is some mild swearing in the background if that is not your bag. GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape. Ending song "Be Water My Friend" by Melody Sheep ***The Generati
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GXW - Episode 031 - "Superman!"
31/08/2015 Duration: 01h07minIt's up, up and away with the GXW crew. While Anil is in Ireland we decided to bring in special guest Alan Chambers to discuss the greatest super hero of all time: SUPERMAN. From Kirk Alyn to Henry Cavill, we look back at the great actors who played him on TV and on the silver screen and immortalized the Son of Krypton.Also on this episode: "What are you reading?": "Superman: Earth One", "Devil in the White City", "You're Never Weird on the Internet" and the Tommy Westphall theory.Who was your favorite Superman or Superman movie? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to create our own informative book: "Kryptonite from around the world" GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape. ***The
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GXW - Episode 030 - Martial Arts Movies
24/08/2015 Duration: 01h14minThe GXW crew polish up their throwing stars and prepare to discuss the best Martial Arts movies out there. From Bruce Lee to Bruce Leeroy, we talk about the best fighters on the silver screen. Also on this episode:"What excites you?" - We talk Planet of the Apes, Of Monsters and Men, and Bloom County 2015. You have a favorite Martial Arts movie...fighter? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to create our own Martial Arts documentary about the secret life of Don Knotts called "The Deadliest Chops of the West" GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape. Ending song "Be Water My Friend" by Melody Sheep ***The Generation X-Wing Podcast is not associated with Lucasfilm LTD, Disney, and its
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"GXW VS." #4
20/08/2015 Duration: 13minIt's GXW VS. and this time Bulent gives the questions to Anil, Josh and Rob. The theme today is 80's television. Who will be this weeks champion? How did you do? let us know at... Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to reboot the television series "Manimal".
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GXW - Episode 029 - "Robot Draft"
17/08/2015 Duration: 01h15minIn this episode the GXW crew decide to have a Robot Draft. We choose which robot would be the best choice for a particular mission. Whether it is taking over the world, making the world a better place or just a fight to the death, we choose some of the best robots to do our bidding.Also on this episode: "What Excites You?"- Star Wars Card Trader talk, the state of comic book writing and Star Wars photos in EW.New segment - "What are you reading?"- We discuss new books, old books and even children's books that we are reading. What were your robot choices? Let us know at:Twitter: https://twitter.com/GenxwingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy our very own Soundwave. Podcast gonna sound even sweeter.GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_E
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"GXW Vs." #3
13/08/2015 Duration: 09minIt's Round 3 for the coveted GXW trophy and Josh is leading the charge today. This week: Anil vs Rob vs Bulent Theme: 80's TV. Who comes out the winner? Let us know how you did at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy the entire season of Three's Company...It still holds up!
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GXW - Episode 028 - "Nalini Krishan Interview Pt. 2"
10/08/2015 Duration: 52minThis is the second part of our interview with Nalini Krishan (Jedi Barriss Offee in Episode !!: Atack of the Clones). In this episode we discuss: - her opinions of her character in Clone Wars. - her Barriss Offee toy collection. - movie fight training. - her Convention experiences. ...And so much more. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Your hosts are Anil Sharma, Bulent Hasan, Josh Whittall and Rob Williams Find Nalini Krishan at Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy a camera crew, a wookie van, and Nexus passes for everyone, drive Nalini down to the EMP in Seattle and get her Barriss Offee costume back. We're gonna call it Fanboys 2. (If you
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GXW - Episode 027 - "Nalini Krishan Interview Pt. 1"
03/08/2015 Duration: 44minThe GXW crew are so happy to welcome Nalini Krishan to the show for a 2 part "Interview with a Jedi". For us, Nalini is best known for her role as Barriss Offee in "Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones". While visiting family she was kind enough to take time out of her schedule and chat with us.Don't miss this wonderful talk where we discuss: - Getting the role of Barriss Offee. - What it was like at the after party and talking to George Lucas. - Her attachement to the character she plays, especially with her resurgance in The Clone Wars. - The challenges she has faced with type casting. This is just part one of the interview. Part two will be released next week, so don't miss out! We did have some issue with audio. I hope you can forgive us. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Your hosts are Anil Sharma, Bulent Hasan, Josh Whittall and Rob Williams Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5