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The XYZ Experiment

The XYZ Experiment

By: Fiona Darsh Luke & Sarah
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Looking for a podcast that bridges the generation gap and tackles the issues that matter? Look no further than "The XYZ Experiment". Our show brings together people of all ages to talk about everything from pop culture, social issues, relationships, and everything in-between.

With each episode, we delve deep into the thoughts and experiences of our diverse presenters and guests, representing a range of age groups and backgrounds. From the wise wisdom of our elders to the fresh perspectives of our youngest voices, we explore the nuances and complexities of modern life in a way that will have you laughing, nodding your head in agreement or maybe yelling at our podcast in disagreement.

So what are you waiting for? Tune in and get ready for some serious intergenerational bonding as we travel through time and explore the issues that matter most, learning from each other and have a blast doing it.

Produced by Fiona Kelly and Darsh Ayton

Edited by Fiona Kelly

Website: thexyzexperiment.com

Original Music created and performed by Luke Champion

Fiona Kelly 2022 Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Ep130: What Happens When You Almost Lose Your Soul Dog?

    Ep130: What Happens When You Almost Lose Your Soul Dog?
    Oct 14 2025

    This week's episode gets personal. Fiona opens up about the heartbreak of almost losing her beloved dog, Suki - her soul dog and constant companion. She shares the fear, the tears, and the overwhelming love that surfaced as she and her family did everything they could to save her (spoiler alert: Suki made it through).

    Darsh reflects on her own bond with her aging dog, Peduncle, and what it means to love and care for a pet who holds such a special place in your heart.

    Together, they explore why our dogs can become our anchors, healers and family and how they teach us unconditional love and loss.

    Maybe the generations aren't that different when it comes to the love of their fur babies.

    Hosted by Darsh & Fiona

    Produced by Fiona Kelly & Darsh Ayton

    Show runner Darsh Ayton

    Original music created and performed by Luke Champion

    Social media content created by Darsh Ayton & Fiona Kelly
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    30 mins
  • Ep129: The Friendship Agenda

    Ep129: The Friendship Agenda
    Oct 7 2025

    This week, Gen Y Darsh reveals how her friendship catch-ups come with a plan - from planned agendas to voice memo updates in recurring chat groups.

    Meanwhile, Gen X Fiona is amazed; her friendship catchups are random, spontaneous and unstructured.

    Together they explore how different generations maintain connection, the rise of 'admin in friendship' and whether planning makes us closer as we navigate friendship maintenance in the age of constant communication.

    Hosted by Darsh & Fiona

    Produced by Fiona Kelly & Darsh Ayton

    Show runner Darsh Ayton

    Original music created and performed by Luke Champion

    Social media content created by Darsh Ayton & Fiona Kelly
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    26 mins
  • Ep128: Becoming Me: A Gen Y’s UK Journey

    Ep128: Becoming Me: A Gen Y’s UK Journey
    Sep 30 2025

    Dr Minto Felix is not a stranger to migration across borders. In this episode we hear his experience of the Gen Y rite of passage of working and studying in the UK. But Mintos story extends beyond the experience of work, to stories of self discovery and becoming.

    Note: We apologise for the sound quality of this episode. Dr Minto was dialling in from the UK

    Hosted by Darsh & Fiona

    Produced by Fiona Kelly & Darsh Ayton

    Show runner Darsh Ayton

    Original music created and performed by Luke Champion

    Social media content created by Darsh Ayton & Fiona Kelly
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    43 mins
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