Stacey and Roy close Season 1 with Craig J Snider—award-winning producer behind 50+ Billboard Dance #1 hits. From remixing Lady Gaga, U2, Katy Perry, and Dido to co-creating Stacey’s 80s-driven hit “Urgent,” Craig shares studio secrets, career highlights, and pure Gen X music nostalgia.

Psychotherapist Holli Rubin joins Stacey and Roy for an inspiring conversation on ageing, confidence, and mental health. From body image pressures to midlife resilience, Holli shares why growing older is a gift—and how Gen X can embrace change with strength, humour, and self-compassion. A must-listen for anyone navigating midlife and looking to thrive with confidence.

Actor, director, and musician Scott Wright joins Stacey and Roy for an unscripted conversation that’s equal parts nostalgic and revealing. From his days on Coronation Street to stepping behind the camera, Scott shares the highs, challenges, and creative shifts of his career, with plenty of laughs and personal stories along the way. A must-listen for anyone curious about fame, reinvention, and the Gen X spirit of finding new paths while staying true to yourself.

DrinkWell UK founder Tom Bell joins Stacey and Roy to talk wine, wellness, and why Gen X is redefining how (and what) we drink. From low-sugar Prosecco to 80s drinking flashbacks, this episode uncorks everything from mindful sipping to modern indulgence. 🍷

What was it like running one of the UK’s top radio stations before podcasts, smartphones, or social media? And how has the role of the broadcaster changed in the age of algorithms? This week on The Gen-X-Perience, Stacey and Roy chat with Mick Ord—former head of BBC Radio Merseyside and co-host of Misadventures in Music—about how journalism, radio, and music culture have evolved from the 80s to today. From BBC war rooms to TikTok trends, Mick shares unforgettable stories, sharp insights, and a few laughs along the way. 🎧 From pirate radio to playlists, cassette tapes to content creators—this one’s a time-traveling masterclass in media. Hosted by: Stacey Jackson & Roy Basnett Produced by: Laura Basnett Recorded at: Podcafe, Liverpool Theme song: Closer To My Dreams by Stacey Jackson Follow Mick: Podcast: Misadventures in Music Instagram: @mickordmedia Twitter: @MickOrd Follow us: @thegenxperiencepodcast on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok

Style icon, designer, and accidental TikTok sensation Carla Rockmore joins Stacey and Roy to talk about fashion, aging fearlessly, and why going viral in your 50s hits different. In this candid and hilarious convo, Carla shares how she found fame later in life, what the 1980s taught her about personal style, and how she navigates family, identity, and influence in a world obsessed with youth. 💬 From Yiddish wisdom to bold fashion risks, Carla proves reinvention has no expiration date.

Celebrity hairstylist Paul Edmonds joins Stacey and Roy to talk iconic 80s hair, working with A-list stars, and navigating the beauty world as a gay man in the spotlight. A fun, candid look at style, self-expression, and what it meant to stand tall - big hair and all- in the Gen X era.

Guitarist of Frankie Goes to Hollywood and proud Scouser Brian Nash joins Stacey and Roy in studio to talk 80s fame, iconic hits like Relax, and how he’s redefined success on his own terms. From music highs to real-life reflections, this is Gen X storytelling at its finest.

Stacey and Roy sit down with actor, director, and Gen X icon David Lipper - best known as Viper from Full House, to talk 80s hustle, Hollywood reinvention, and building a career behind the camera. From his early days in Montreal to producing with Latigo Films, David shares stories of resilience, creativity, and what it means to thrive in showbiz across decades. A must-listen for fans of 80s/90s TV, film, and the Gen X grind.

In this premiere episode of The Gen-X-Perience Podcast, Stacey Jackson and Roy Basnett introduce themselves and the mission behind the mic. It’s a candid, funny, and nostalgic trip through the pop culture, attitudes, and chaos of growing up Gen X - and what makes this generation so uniquely positioned between the analogue past and digital present. If you’ve ever rewound a mixtape with a pencil or watched music videos on a boxy telly, this is the podcast for you. Tune in and meet your new favourite throwback team.