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X Alpha

One Generation Built the World. The Other Inherited It. Let’s Talk About It.

X Alpha is a raw, funny, and surprisingly thoughtful podcast hosted by a Gen X stepdad and his Gen Alpha stepson. Two generations. Two mics. Zero filters.

Each episode bridges the gap between “we used to rewind tapes” and “why would you ever rewind anything?” as they unpack politics, culture, social issues, internet trends, school, parenting, masculinity, technology, and whatever else is shaping the world right now.

This isn’t a debate show: it’s a conversation. Expect honest disagreements, unexpected common ground, and real-time learning as experience meets fresh perspective. Sometimes serious. Sometimes ridiculous. Always real.

If you’re curious how different generations actually think and not how they’re supposed to think, X Alpha is your front-row seat.

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