THE SONIC BOOMERS

If you had the luxury of an unlimited budget, how would you have changed your wedding day? Perhaps a more expensive venue, a bigger band, or a more exotic or longer honeymoon. Or was it perfect just the way it was?? 

Ice cream trucks, the milkman, the pie man...even a traveling electric chair! We boomers are a sentimental lot. Listen for Pete's hysterical faux pas during the show which we were too lazy to edit out! Boomer trivia and a comment question. ALL i this edition of The Sonic Boomers!

Be sure to drink your Ovaltine and listen to the end of the podcast for our Boomer Trivia Quiz! E-Mail Us! thesonicboomers@aol.com

Superstars and supergroups. Billy Joel, Madonna, Sinatra, Neil Diamond, The Four Seasons, Fleetwood Mac, The Rolling Stones. Which ones have YOU seen? Which met of exceeded your expectations? Which left you disappointed, wanting your money back. You'll be surprised with what some of our listeners had to say. Listen to the whole podcast to get their comments and play Boomer Trivia with us at the en...

The Sonic Boomers examine the pros and cons of what is referred to "Helicopter Parenting." Praised by its' supporters, damned by its' detractors, Pete and Maureen present both sides of the topic. See where your thoughts fit in. Write to Pete and Maureen at thesonicboomers@aol.com

Is public education doomed? Between the loss of control in the classroom and the added decimation of learning due to the 2 year pandemic, is any learning going on at all? Do teachers need to be tougher in the classroom to rein in unruly students? Does the disrespect for authority and discipline find its roots in the home?

Remember the "Set It and Forget It" rotisserie, Spray On Hair? Did you buy anything because you saw it on a TV commercial, informercial or shopping channel?  Would you like to buy our Miss Pac Man mini arcade game? Email: thesonicboomers@aol.com

Now, more than ever, it's important to leave an appropriate tip for services rendered. Who do you tip? Who do you not tip? What is an appropriate tip? The things you need to know about tipping on this edition of The Sonic Boomers.

Will the line you draw in the sand be drawn in the sand under which they will bury you?

How do you relax in these stressful times? It's more important than ever for us to find a way to relieve our worries and frustrations. We have found a way that works for us that's not addictive, not expensive. Anyone can do it and it will bring you much joy every day! Listen to find out!

Pete and Maureen take a look at what's been called "The Great Resignation" as millions of Americans walk away from their jobs and careers....often with no safety net. Who would do something so seemingly irresponsible? Is there something in the drinking water?

It took us nearly 60 years to do it. Eight years ago, we walked away from Roman Catholicism. We would have done it much sooner, if we had an exit ramp to something better. We found it.. It's called the" Extraordinary Catholic Movement" and it's comprised largely of ex-pat Roman Catholics which is one of the fastest growing religious classifications in the United States.

Your neighbors have an entire city of Christmas decorations on their lawn! Lights! Music! A Hollywood production! How do you feel about such uber displays? Pete and Maureen share their thoughts and memories!

Our Podcast ratings need a boost! Pete comes up with a "sure fire" way to do it. (Contains adult language.)

This week, the Sonic Boomers reminisce about the Thanksgivings of long ago.

It's a best selling book. It's the mother of the American interstate highway system. Long before people sought their kicks on Route 66 there was the Lincoln Highway.

An address like any of the other 17,000 addresses in Levittown but THIS one is special.

The greatest events in the history of space exploration. An argument about who is and isn't an astronaut. A good book recommendation and oue Boomer Trivia Quiz.

See how many of these shows you remember watching with your family!

If you looking for good solid Halloween viewing that works on several levels, we have a show for you!

America is at it's most divided...EVER. Divided about everything! We have seen the enemy and the enemy is ourselves.  E-Mail to sonicboomers@protonmail.com

This episode is about: A. A really cool recliner in Pete's man cave. B. A really cool TV show. C. Ted Bundy faces the electric chair. Push play and find out!

The crap that happens when corporate execs get involved in a good thing.

This podcast was suggested to us in a voicemail from a loyal listener. You can send us YOUR messages by using Anchor.fm. Look for our podcast, then look for the voice mail option. Email: sonicboomers@protonmail.com

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