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GenX Journeys

I am Paul, a Rhode Islander who is going to run a 5k and raise money for a charity in all 50 states. Come join me on my journey. I will talk about races and charities, as well as talk about life in Rhode Island. There will also be interviews with race directors, charities, other people in the health and fitness community, as well as local Rhode Island businesses.

Keeping the 80s Alive: Inside the Rubixx Experience

Mar 26, 2026

What happens when the soundtrack of the 1980s comes roaring back to life with big vocals, big energy, and a whole lot of heart?

In this episode of GenX Journeys, Paul is joined by GenX Book Club co-host Suzanne Mattaboni for a lively conversation with Rob and Lisa of Rubixx, one of the country’s premier 80s tribute...

A Marine’s Return to Faith: Louie Alessio on Healing, Purpose, and Redemption

Mar 18, 2026

In this powerful episode of GenX Journeys, Paul welcomes Louie Alessio — a retired Marine who served 25 years, a husband, father, teacher in his parish, and author of the upcoming book So There I Was… Out of Ammo.

Louie shares his story of growing up Catholic in Youngstown, Ohio, drifting away from faith, serving in...

GenX Book Club: Ordinary People by Judith Guest

Mar 13, 2026

In this episode of the GenX Book Club, Paul Stroessner and Suzanne Mattaboni dive into Ordinary People, Judith Guest’s powerful 1976 debut novel, and the acclaimed 1980 film adaptation directed by Robert Redford.

Paul and Suzanne explore the emotional depth of this story, from Conrad’s survivor’s guilt and fragile...