Red Flags, Green Flags & Generational Clashes
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 XCalling 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” mindsetRelationship dynamics: why Gen Z leaves faster and Gen X stayed too longHow feminism has evolved across generations – and why older women sometimes resist changeToxic friendships, celebrating wins, and why Gen Z refuses to keep quietOver-analysis, “drive-by” diagnoses, and whether transparency has gone too farThroughout 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?The Blunt and The Beautiful – where society gets dissected and no topic is too taboo.Sponsored by: Maison 1973 – the smart, stylish digital space for women over 45 who aren’t afraid of strong opinions. Follow them on Instagram @Maison.1973.maison 1973 | LIFE and STYLE of the GEN X woman🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week and don’t miss a minute of the bluntest, most beautiful conversations around.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #Season2 #GenerationalDifferences #GenZ #GenX #RedFlags #GreenFlags #Podcast #MotherDaughterPodcast #RelationshipAdvice #WorkCulture #Astrology #Feminism #FriendshipGoals
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