Born on the cusp of Generation X and the Millennials is a micro-generation called the Xennials. They are a bridge between the two generations and “members” are often conflicted about which generation to affiliate with or claim as their own. Who are the Xennials? Xennials are a small demographic between Gen X (1961-1981) and the Millennial […]
Sneak Peek: Crystal Pepsi Trail Game
Inspired by overwhelming fan demand, Pepsi announced today that Crystal Pepsi – the iconic 90s clear cola – will be available for a limited time across retail and food service locations in Canada and the U.S. this summer. Play Crystal Pepsi Trail on July 7, but please don’t die from dysentery. To kick-off the Summer […]
Project 1979
I learned about a project yesterday that seeks to examine the lives of 30-something Gen Xers. It’s called project1979. Here is an explanation from the project blog: “project1979 is a transmedia-fueled performance which aims at creating an experience examining the 30-something generation: who we are, who we were, why we do what we do and […]
Young Gen X is Generation Catalano
I am really enjoying the ongoing Generation Catalano meme, which is about younger members of Gen X who identify more with Cabbage Patch Kids than Reality Bites; Kanye West than Kurt Cobain. The conversation essentially began with an October 16, New Yorker article, The Kids Are Actually Sort of Alright. It’s about Generation Y, the […]