From Cleaning Offices at 5AM to Working with Rock Royalty: Angie Brown | S02 Ep06

From Cleaning Offices at 5AM to Working with Rock Royalty: Angie Brown | S02 Ep06

Angie Brown possesses one of the most powerful and recognisable voices in British music - yet she spent years not believing that she could ever have a truly successful career. Before the records, international stages and superstar collaborations, Angie was cleaning offices across London at five o’clock in the morning. When her extraordinary voice finally began opening doors, she discovered that the industry did not always want the woman behind it to be equally visible. In this honest and moving episode of The Gen-X-Perience Podcast, Angie joins Stacey Jackson and Roy Basnett to discuss being asked to step back while others used her vocals, the racism and image politics that shaped the music industry at the time, and how she went from early-morning cleaning shifts to working with legends including Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood. She also reveals how deeply she struggled to believe in herself, despite possessing a voice that millions of people could instantly recognise. But Angie is far more than her vocals. Her warmth, resilience, humour and extraordinary life experience reveal a woman with so much to offer the next generation — not only as a performer, but as a potential mentor. This is the remarkable story of self-doubt, survival, reinvention and the woman we’re calling The Comeback Queen. Hosted by Stacey Jackson and Roy Basnett. Produced by Laura Basnett. Follow @thegenxperiencepodcast on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.

Born Into Thunderbirds. Built Her Own Life. Meet Dee Anderson | S02 Ep05

Welcome to The Gen-X-Perience Podcast,  where nostalgia meets now! Stacey Jackson and Roy Basnett welcome Dee Anderson to Mayfair Studio for a funny, uplifting and wonderfully honest conversation about growing up with Thunderbirds - and finding the courage to create a life entirely her own. As the daughter of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson, Dee grew up surrounded by the creative world behind Thunderbirds, Stingray, Captain Scarlet, Joe 90 and Space: 1999. But this episode is about far more than an extraordinary childhood. Dee shares how she stepped away from the path that others may have expected her to follow, broke through barriers and built her own career in music, acting and voice artistry. It is a conversation about identity, resilience, ambition, family legacy and refusing to be limited by the role people think you should play. There is also plenty of love for Lady Penelope. Dee’s mother, Sylvia Anderson, created and originally voiced the iconic character, while Dee has continued that connection by voicing Lady Penelope herself. A warm, inspiring and very funny episode for fans of Thunderbirds, Lady Penelope, Gerry and Sylvia Anderson, classic British television, women making their own way, Gen X nostalgia and unforgettable behind-the-scenes stories. Dee is currently touring with her live show, Growing Up with Thunderbirds. Visit deeanderson.co.uk for show information and current dates. Follow The Gen-X-Perience Podcast on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok: @thegenxperiencepodcast Media & guest enquiries: thegenxperiencepodcast@gmail.com [thegenxperiencepodcast@gmail.com]

Adam Minto: Revolution Beauty, Branding Secrets & What You're Really Buying | S02 Ep04

In this episode of The Gen-X-Perience Podcast, Stacey Jackson and Roy Basnett sit down with entrepreneur and beauty industry disruptor Adam Minto, founder of Revolution Beauty and War Paint for Men. Adam pulls back the curtain on the global beauty industry, revealing how products are developed, manufactured, marketed, and sold. He shares why consumers often pay more for branding than ingredients, how some luxury and high-street products can come from the same factories, and what really influences our buying decisions. From building Revolution Beauty into one of the world's fastest-growing cosmetics brands to launching War Paint for Men, Adam discusses entrepreneurship, innovation, branding, consumer psychology, and the changing attitudes towards beauty and self-expression. He also reflects on how men's grooming has evolved, why makeup was more common among male celebrities in the 1980s than many people realise, and how social media has transformed the beauty landscape. Expect fascinating insights into business, marketing, confidence, authenticity, and the psychology behind the brands we trust and buy every day. 👉 Follow for more celebrity interviews, business insights, music history, and Gen X nostalgia: new episodes every other week. 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & more.

Chesney Hawkes (The One and Only) Talks Pop Stardom, Pressure & Living Authentically | S02 Ep 03

Chesney Hawkes Talks Pop Stardom, Pressure & Living Authentically This week on The Gen-X-Perience Podcast, Stacey Jackson and Roy Basnett sit down with pop icon Chesney Hawkes for an honest conversation about fame, family, friendship, and reinvention. Best known for the global hit The One and Only, Chesney reflects on life as a teen heartthrob, navigating decades in the entertainment industry, reality TV experiences including Dancing on Ice and Celebrity Big Brother, his friendship with Nick Kershaw, meeting his wife, and coping with the recent loss of a close friend. A candid, funny, and heartfelt conversation about music, resilience, authenticity, and what it really means to grow older in the public eye. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for new episodes every other week.

Rozalla: From Zambia to Global Fame, Michael Jackson & Everybody’s Free | S02 Ep02

In this episode of The Gen-X-Perience Podcast, Stacey Jackson and Roy Basnett sit down with global music icon Rozalla, the voice behind the legendary 90s anthem Everybody’s Free (To Feel Good). From singing at family parties in Zambia to touring the world and opening for Michael Jackson, Rozalla shares her incredible journey through the music industry - revealing the highs of international fame and the lows when “the phone stopped ringing.” She opens up about the story behind Everybody’s Free, one of the most iconic dance tracks of all time, and how it continues to resonate with audiences across generations. Rozalla also discusses her latest album, her continued global touring, and what it takes to sustain a decades-long career in music. Expect powerful insights on perseverance, timing, faith, resilience, and longevity in the music industry, along with inspiring reflections on doing what you love every single day. 👉 Follow for more celebrity interviews, music history, and Gen X nostalgia: new episodes every other week. 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & more.