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Season 2 of The Blunt and The Beautiful is here – and we’re kicking things off with a no-holds-barred conversation on red flags, green flags, and the hilarious, frustrating, and fascinating differences between Gen X and Gen Z.

In this episode, hosts Kate (unapologetically Gen X) and her daughter Tansy (proudly straddling the line between Gen Z and Millennial) dive into the quirks, clashes, and surprising similarities between their generations.

From texting etiquette and love languages to friendships, dating rules, and workplace culture, nothing is off-limits.

We unpack:

• The Big Six astrology obsession vs. Gen X’s skepticism.
• Why “Hello.” with a full stop is a crime for Gen Z but totally fine for Gen X
• Calling without texting first – rude or efficient?
• Staying friends with your ex – a generational dealbreaker?
• Fluid sexuality, labels, and why Gen X struggles with “I love the person, not the gender”
• The rise of the “bare minimum” debate – who should pay for the first date?

• Workplace boundaries: Gen Z’s “work won’t love you back” vs. Gen X’s “live to work” mindset
• Relationship dynamics: why Gen Z leaves faster and Gen X stayed too long

• How feminism has evolved across generations – and why older women sometimes resist change
• Toxic friendships, celebrating wins, and why Gen Z refuses to keep quiet
• Over-analysis, “drive-by” diagnoses, and whether transparency has gone too far

Throughout the episode, Kate and Tansy share personal stories, debate generational “truths,” and find surprising common ground – all while serving the sharp humour, candid honesty, and mother-daughter banter that listeners love.

Join the conversation: Are your green flags someone else’s red flags? Do you side with Gen X pragmatism or Gen Z boundaries?

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