Gen x Taste Podcast

This season’s topic: Vitamins and SupplementsOkay we know that the subject for Fall 2026 sounds really boring, but supplements during perimenopause are confusing, so we are sharing what we are actually taking — and this includes a discussion about the benefits of creatine for people who don’t like to exercise or sweat (aka Lynn).We also talk about jury duty, Christy passing her latest nutritional board exam (work with her!!!) disgusting meds from our childhood (KM mineral supplements, Chinese herbs), DEXA Scans for bone density, Robotripping, and more.Show Notes:* Lynn’s current supplements: SEED Probiotic, Multi Gummy, Calcium Gummy, Arrae Creatine Gummies, Magnesium Glycenate Pills, Fish Oil, Collagen, Zinc, 8Greens Supergreens gummies, Cured CBD Sleep Gummies,* Focus Gummies,** Christy’s current supplements: Equilife Daily Nutritional Support Multivitamin (Vanilla), Momentous Creatine Powder, GoLive Prebiotic and Probiotic Powder* iPhone accessibility features - motion sickness reducer, read aloud, and magnify.* Saltyface Self Tanner* update (Christy’s first impressions in this episode)* Lynn’s IG, TikTok and YouTube* Christy’s IG, nutritional counseling site and sign up for her brand new Substack specializing in perimenopausal women and nutrition* We’d love it if you’d rate/review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to help us reach a larger audience.*Denotes a gifted product, but we are not being paid to speak about our experiences and always share our honest opinions.GXT uses affiliate links and may earn a commission when you purchase something, at no extra cost to you. If you buy something from ShopMy Shelf , LTK, or the GXT Amazon Storefront, the support is appreciated! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit genxtaste.substack.com/subscribe

This Season’s Topic: Coloring Our Hair!In this episode, Christy and Lynn chat about childhood bedrooms, manifestation, dyeing hair new colors, and new spa treatments.You can subscribe via Apple, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts; please leave us a kind rating/review you do!Show Notes:* L’Oreal Magic Root Cover Up* Toppik Hair Building Fibers* Keracolor Color Depositing Conditioner* L’Anza Hair Care* Prose Custom Hair Care* CXG Scalp Spa (price is $95 — double what Christy paid, so she thinks they must’ve had a Groupon)* Buccal Massage at Face Studio LA (book with Aina, the owner, and the price is also different than Lynn thought — $135)* Lynn’s IG* Christy’s IG and BRAND NEW nutritional counseling sitePlease note: GXT uses affiliate links and may earn a commission when you purchase something, at no extra cost to you. If you choose to ShopMy Shelf or Amazon Storefront, I appreciate the support! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit genxtaste.substack.com/subscribe

This Season’s Topic: Spring Break/Fake I.D.’sIn this episode, Christy and Lynn chat about MTV Daytona Style Spring Break, getting Fake I.D.'s from sorority sisters, and an update about the life-changing power of beans.You can subscribe via Apple, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts; please leave us a kind rating/review you do!Show Notes:Bean UpdateKaren Hurd Bean ProtocolProse Custom Hair Care updateNail ConcealerFoldable UV/LED Gel Lamp and Gel Shift Top CoatNail stickersLymphatic Contour Face BrushLynn’s IGChristy’s IG and nutritional counseling site This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit genxtaste.substack.com/subscribe

This Season’s Topic: Coloring Our Hair!In this episode, Christy and Lynn chat about childhood bedrooms, manifestation, dyeing hair new colors, and new spa treatments.You can subscribe via Apple, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts; please leave us a kind rating/review you do!Show Notes:* L’Oreal Magic Root Cover Up* Toppik Hair Building Fibers* Keracolor Color Depositing Conditioner* L’Anza Hair Care* Prose Custom Hair Care* CXG Scalp Spa (price is $95 — double what Christy paid, so she thinks they must’ve had a Groupon)* Buccal Massage at Face Studio LA (book with Aina, the owner, and the price is also different than Lynn thought — $135)* Lynn’s IG* Christy’s IG and BRAND NEW nutritional counseling sitePlease note: GXT uses affiliate links and may earn a commission when you purchase something, at no extra cost to you. If you choose to ShopMy Shelf or Amazon Storefront, I appreciate the support! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit genxtaste.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Lynn and Christy chat about perimenopause pain, a new method for purse organization, teen hormones, senior care, and stories from Halloween — growing up and today.You can subscribe via Apple, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts; please leave us a kind rating/review you do!Show Notes:I’m Dead, Not What?Tin Can phoneLynn’s IGChristy’s IG and nutritional counseling site This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit genxtaste.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Christy and Lynn chat about the inspiration we got from watching 80’s TV/movies like Full House and Desperately Susan, then Lynn describes her first medical pedicure, and Christy shares sunscreen picks that actually feel good on your body.You can subscribe via Apple, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts; please leave us a kind rating/review you do!Visit https://genxtaste.substack.com/podcast for show notes and links! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit genxtaste.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Christy and I chat about caring for aging parents, insomnia, bedtime rituals, security blankets, sleep paralysis, and a nail polish that will forever change your life.You can subscribe via Apple, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts; please leave us a kind rating/review you do!Show Notes:Christy’s Cooling Bed System + Lynn’s Sleep White Noise EarbudsBeing Mortal by Atul GawandeSwedish Death CleaningDepartment of Aging in your state (here is the LA site)Dazzle Dry in “Lit” (see below) Dr. Dana Hydrating Non-Acetone Nail Polish RemoverLynn’s IGChristy’s IG and nutritional counseling site This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit genxtaste.substack.com/subscribe

Christy is back! After Lynn’s solo episode in the Fall, it’s great to have her back for the Winter 2025 kick off. We had some sound/microphone issues but hopefully the audio cleanup won’t make it too jarring for your ears.You can subscribe via Apple, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts; please leave us a kind rating/review you do!This season’s topic: Hair Styles of Our YouthShow Notes:* Lynn’s Vlogmas videos* Wavytalk Thermal Brush* HAIRMAX LaserBand 82 ComfortFlex Hair Growth Device* Lynn’s IG* Christy’s IG and nutritional counseling siteAnd since recording… I got the bangs! It’s been quite a journey already, which I talk more about in my last vlog of 2024.My aim is to keep these posts sponsor-free, so if you’d like to support me directly with a paid subscription, that would be very helpful. Please note: I do use affiliate links and may earn a commission when you purchase something. ShopMy Shelf and Amazon Storefront. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit genxtaste.substack.com/subscribe

This is the Fall 2024 Episode! I’m flying solo without Christy.You can subscribe via Apple, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts; please leave us a kind rating/review you do.This season’s topic: Concert EtiquetteShow Notes:Copenhagen TripPerimenopause WoesTeenage Fan Club — Bandwangonesque was the tour I saw them onWavytalk Thermal BrushI forgot to mention it, but this scene from the 1995 film Mad Love was very influential for me in terms of how I learned to dance/behave/watch a concert in the 90’s. My aim is to keep these posts sponsor-free, so if you’d like to support me directly with a paid subscription, that would be very helpful. Please note: I do use affiliate links and may earn a commission when you purchase something here or via ShopMy Shelf and my Amazon Storefront.Share This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit genxtaste.substack.com/subscribe

This is a mini episode of the podcast where I solo-interviewed my friend Saba Harouni Lurie about the eyebrow grooming she has done at STRIIIKE in Beverly Hills."They’re always sisters, never twins.”You can subscribe via Apple, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts; please leave us a kind rating/review you do.Show Notes* Take Root Therapy (Saba’s psychotherapy practice in Los Angeles)* The Streicher Sisters* Anastasia Beverly Hills* Epilator for the body and epilator for the face* Ordinary Brow serum* Glossier Boy Brown* Castor Oil I’ve been using This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit genxtaste.substack.com/subscribe