Gen X & Gen Z Slang- Episode #764

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Gen X & Gen Z Slang- Episode #764

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67 minutes

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May 14, 2024

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Cathy and Todd discuss Gen X slang and intertwine the most popular phrases with clips from the most memorable pop culture moments. They discuss how language changes over time and break down the most popular Gen Z slang, offering suggestions on when to use it (or when not to).

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May 14, 2024

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Titles in the series (30)

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Rescuing Our Sons- An Interview with Dr. John Duffy: Part 2- Episode #747: In Part Two of our three-part series with Dr. John Duffy, author of 'Rescuing Our Sons,' John shares why emotional intelligence is crucial for boys. He tells a story about one of his clients who took a gender studies class and explores the 'Taylor Swif... by Zen Parenting Radio
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Rescuing Our Sons- An Interview with Dr. John Duffy: Part 3- Episode #748: In Part Two of our three-part series with Dr. John Duffy, author of 'Rescuing Our Sons,' John shares why emotional intelligence is crucial for boys. He tells a story about one of his clients who took a gender studies class and explores the 'Taylor Swif... by Zen Parenting Radio
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Rescuing Our Sons- An Interview with Dr. John Duffy: Part 1- Episode #746: Cathy and Todd interview Dr. John Duffy, author of 'Rescuing Our Boys,' discussing his book and the state of boys in America. In the first part of a three-part series, they explore John's experiences while talking with boys during therapy, by Zen Parenting Radio
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Mornings with Teenagers- Episode #762: Todd and Cathy discuss how to talk to kids in the morning without being too annoying. They also discuss when to use Gen Z slang and when not to, and why not "needing" too much from our kids makes us easier to talk to. by Zen Parenting Radio
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