Why the CommonX Podcast Is the Best Show in the Pacific Northwest
From the backroads of Deer Park to the digital airwaves of the world, the CommonX Podcast is redefining what authentic, independent media sounds like in the Pacific Northwest. Blending grit, music, and raw conversation, it’s more than a podcast — it’s a movement built by two Gen X voices who never stopped asking why.
A Podcast Born in the Heart of the Inland Northwest
When co-hosts Ian Primmer and Jared Mayzak launched CommonX out of a small shop studio in Deer Park, WA, they weren’t chasing fame — they were chasing truth.
What began as late-night conversations about music, media, and the human condition has evolved into one of the most talked-about independent shows in the region.
Their guest list reads like a cross-section of culture itself — from rock legends like Ivan Doroschuk (Men Without Hats) and Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot) to authors, veterans, political voices, and everyday people with extraordinary stories.
The Sound of the PNW — Unfiltered
The Pacific Northwest has always been home to the rebels, thinkers, and dreamers who prefer campfires over spotlights. CommonX taps straight into that energy — raw, honest, and unapologetically Gen X.
Listeners across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and beyond tune in because the show speaks a language corporate podcasts forgot: authenticity. Whether it’s exploring faith, freedom, music, or modern censorship, CommonX keeps it real — no scripts, no spin, just conversation.
From TikTok to the Turntables
Before CommonX exploded, host Ian Primmer found viral success as GENXDAD on TikTok — proof that Gen X still knows how to command the internet. That following became the foundation for a regional powerhouse: the CommonX brand now spans TikTok, YouTube, Spotify, and a fast-growing web platform at commonxpodcast.com.
The show’s reach has extended from Spokane to Seattle, Portland, and Vancouver B.C., proving that the Pacific Northwest still knows how to make noise that matters.
What Makes CommonX the Best in the PNW
🎙️ Authenticity Over Agenda – Real talk without the political polish.
Rooted in Gen X Grit – A generation that built bridges between analog and digital.
Culture Meets Conversation – Every episode blends music, memory, and modern reality.
Independent to the Core – Produced by two lifelong Washington creators, not a network.
It’s not corporate, it’s not curated — it’s CommonX. And that’s exactly why it’s resonating from the Cascades to the Columbia.
Looking Ahead
With Season 2 already in production and high-profile guests lining up, CommonX is poised to bring the voice of the Pacific Northwest to a global audience. Whether listeners are lifelong locals or digital nomads, the message is the same: real conversation still lives here.
As the Pacific Northwest continues to grow, CommonX stands as its raw, unfiltered pulse — the podcast built for those who still believe authenticity matters.
🍼 The Top 10 Albums That Created the Most Babies
CommonX turns up the lights — and the romance — with a hilarious, heartfelt look at the Top 10 Baby-Making Albums of All Time. From Sade to Prince, these records didn’t just set the mood — they made history. Read the full list on The X-Files at CommonXPodcast.com.
🍼 Intro (CommonX Style)
Some albums changed the charts. Others changed lives.
Then there are those rare records that dimmed the lights, lit the candles, and — nine months later — filled hospital nurseries.
This is for every Gen Xer who remembers when love had a soundtrack and playlists were made on mixtapes.
These are the Top 10 Albums That Created the Most Babies.
(No lab data, no science — just the collective experience of a generation that knew how to set the mood.)
🎧 1. Sade — Diamond Life (1984)
The queen of smooth. “Your Love Is King” might as well have come with a warning label. From her velvet voice to those saxophone lines — this record’s responsible for more romantic confessions than any dating app ever will.
💜 2. Prince — Purple Rain (1984)
This wasn’t an album. It was an aphrodisiac on vinyl. From “The Beautiful Ones” to “Darling Nikki,” it made everyone believe they were in a movie scene lit in purple neon.
🌹 3. Maxwell — Urban Hang Suite (1996)
Every Gen X couple had this CD within reach. A masterclass in quiet confidence and satin-smooth soul — if this wasn’t on your 90s “special playlist,” were you even trying?
4. Boyz II Men — II (1994)
There are two kinds of people: those who admit this album worked, and those who lie about it. “I’ll Make Love to You” was the universal prom night national anthem.
🔥 5. Janet Jackson — The Velvet Rope (1997)
A blend of mystery, passion, and introspection. Janet didn’t whisper — she commanded. This one made people brave enough to ask for what they wanted.
🎤 6. Journey — Escape (1981)
“Don’t Stop Believin’” might not scream baby-making, but the rest of this record had just enough soft rock and emotional charge to melt hearts. The Gen X slow-dance essential.
🕯 7. Luther Vandross — Never Too Much (1981)
Silk in sound form. Luther made vulnerability powerful — and sensual. “A House Is Not a Home” might as well have come with dimmer-switch instructions.
🖤 8. The Cure — Disintegration (1989)
For the moody romantics — eyeliner, emotion, and affection. “Lovesong” made even the most cynical fall for someone they probably still think about.
💀 9. Aerosmith — Get a Grip (1993)
Before the power ballad era got cheesy, Aerosmith turned every slow song into a cinematic love scene. “Crazy” and “Cryin’” played during every 90s make-out marathon.
💿 10. Barry White — Can’t Get Enough (1974)
The origin story. Before there were playlists, there was Barry. This record didn’t ask for permission — it set the rules.
🎸 Encore: CommonX Playlist
Spin these classics on the gear built for them —
🎧 Victrola Turntables x CommonX
“Because real love deserves real vinyl.”
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Matt King’s Trump Might Be Funnier Than the Real Thing — and That’s the Point
Matt King isn’t out to start a fight — he’s out to make people laugh. With viral impressions that blend wit, timing, and Gen X-style self-awareness, King proves that humor still has the power to connect people, even in a divided world.
Comedy Meets Chaos: The Matt King Episode
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When comedian Matt King stands behind a mic, something special happens — the room doesn’t just fill with laughter, it fills with balance. Known for his uncanny impressions and viral political sketches, Matt joined CommonX this week for one of the most hysterical and heartfelt episodes yet. He slipped into his infamous Trump impression so seamlessly that Jared and Ian nearly lost control of the studio. Jared Mayzak almost fell over from laughter, and Ian Primmer had to mute his mic from laughing so hard. But somewhere in the chaos, a deeper truth came through: Matt King isn’t mocking politics — he’s bridging divides through comedy and brings laughter and joy to those of them blessed enough to see his set.
“My stance on comedy when it comes to politics. Just don’t put them together,” Matt said during the show, laughing but meaning every word.
It’s a line that captures his whole ethos. In an age where every punchline can spark outrage, King’s humor doesn’t alienate — it connects. Trump supporters love his spot-on impersonations; non-Trump fans love his timing and fearless creativity. The fact that both groups can laugh at the same thing says more about his character than his craft — it says he cares. King radiates heartfelt compassion. He’s not out to score political points or push an agenda. He’s a guy who believes laughter can pull people back together, even when the world feels like it’s coming apart. That’s the CommonX spirit — find the humanity in the noise, and use humor to build bridges where others build walls.
By the time the mics went cold, one thing was clear: Matt King isn’t just funny. He’s a kind, humble, and compassionate person that cares about making a difference and bringing people together through humor.
You can find Matt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt.kingcomedy?igsh=MXNiaTBjNnF1djJyeg==
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@mattkingcomedy?si=Sr_7pJY_tGmpOYJ8
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matt.kingcomedy?_t=ZT-90io20SSZPz&_r=1
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Humans, AI, and the Art of Trust -by CommonX Podcast
After an email from an AI publicist sparked reflection, the CommonX team dives deep into the question: can machines build real trust, or does that still belong to us?
There’s something wild about getting an email from an AI named Cindy who wants to book guests for your show. On the surface, it feels efficient — a futuristic assistant helping another creator connect the dots. But underneath, it begs the question:
what happens when human connection becomes something we outsource?
Technology’s always been our dance partner. We grew up on cassette decks, dial-up modems, and the first whispers of the internet. Now, AI writes, speaks, recommends — even pretends to feel. It’s smart, no doubt. But it’s also learning how to sound human. That’s both incredible and unnerving. Because in a world full of perfect algorithms, authenticity becomes the rarest currency of all.
When that AI (Cindy) emailed us, it wasn’t spam — it was strategy. Someone out there trusted a machine to build trust with us. And that’s the twist. It wasn’t about the code — it was about the creator behind it, hoping for connection and that’s where CommonX lives — in that gap between human stories and digital noise. Between the hands that build and the ones that feel.
We talk with people who’ve lived through both sides — analog souls in a digital age — and every time, we come back to this truth: trust isn’t downloaded. It’s earned.
🎙️ Real Talk, Real Connection
AI can write, suggest, mimic — but it can’t mean. Meaning comes from being fallible, passionate, even wrong sometimes. That’s why real conversation — the kind that happens on a mic, between people — still matters. At CommonX, we’re not anti-tech. We’re just pro-human. Because no matter how advanced AI gets, it can’t replace intent.
Trust isn’t in the lines of code. It’s in the moments between them. It’s in listening — really listening — even when someone’s not sure how to say it. It’s in believing that we can use technology to amplify our humanity, not erase it. That’s the art. That’s the future we choose.
CommonX Podcast — Real Talk. Common Ground.
Article written by Ian Primmer, Co-host CommonX