Boomers on the Edge

A business trip with the Buds rarely goes according to plan—and this 1980s adventure takes the craziness to a whole new level! While attending another corporate training session on the East Coast, Ron and a fellow classmate get an invitation they probably should have thought twice about. Their host? The classmate's brother, a member of a major college football team. Before long, Ron and his c...

You know those classic rock songs from the 60s, 70s, and 80s that everybody loves? The ones we sing in the car, belt out in the shower, and somehow manage to get completely wrong? Well, the Buds are taking a hilarious trip down memory lane to revisit some of the most famous misheard lyrics in rock and roll history! From “Blinded by the Light” to “Muskrat Love,” we’ve all had those moments when we...

What happens when people decide your property is their property? Kenn and Ron have a few stories to tell! The Buds share some outrageous tales of people trespassing on their property, starting with a group of old-country women who apparently believe picking grape leaves without permission is perfectly acceptable. But that’s just the beginning. Kenn and Ron seem to attract all kinds of characters t...

HOAs — they’re supposed to keep neighborhoods looking great, protect property values, and make everyone good neighbors. But sometimes, the rules, the neighbors, and a little too much free time create the perfect recipe for craziness! And as you might expect, the Buds have a few HOA stories that prove you can’t make this stuff up. Kenn kicks things off with a winter hockey story that goes from whol...

When lightning strikes your house, things can get a little… possessed! One stormy night, Ron’s home became the scene of a full-blown paranormal event—or at least that’s how it seemed after lightning struck the house. Ron has a knack for attracting lightning, and once again, he’s here to tell the tale of one crazy evening when his house appeared to have a mind of its own. What followed was a never-...

The Buds’ police stories continue in the second installment of Police Encounters —and once again, what should have been routine traffic stops turn into stories only the Boomers could tell! Ron recalls getting caught speeding and making the questionable decision to pull into a daycare drop-off lane, hoping the police officer traveling in the opposite direction hadn’t noticed. Spoiler alert: he noti...

In the spirit of the 1980s classic America’s Funniest Home Videos , Boomers on the Edge presents Boomers’ Funniest Home Audio —a collection of hilarious stories about accidental mishaps, bad decisions, and the moments when things go spectacularly wrong. Kenn kicks things off with a legendary high-school-era story about a local athlete known for his incredible strength and manliness. One day, he de...

When Kenn bought his first home in the 1980s, he quickly discovered that homeownership came with a lot more than a mortgage. Unfortunately, business school—and growing up—had done little to prepare him for the realities of home maintenance! In this episode of Boomers on the Edge , Kenn shares three hilarious stories of learning the hard way: The Auto Shut-Off Valve Faucet – Kenn’s wife asks him to...

Ron shares another classic 1980s business trip that quickly goes off the rails. While attending training in Atlanta, Ron's buddy Andy convinces him they have to visit the notorious Big Daddy's Plantation Bar. With no rental car and too cheap to take a taxi, they decide riding MARTA across Atlanta is a great idea. What could possibly go wrong? The bar is everything they hoped for—until An...

A lifetime as Boomers has resulted in more than a few encounters with the police. All minor traffic offenses, of course—but in true Boomers on the Edge fashion, the stories are anything but ordinary! Ron kicks things off with a story from the 1980s involving a multi-million-dollar business proposal that had to be delivered across town. Back then, proposals weren’t emailed—they were printed, bound,...

The University of Michigan recently announced a new pass/fail grading system for incoming freshmen, saying the goal is to help first-year students acclimate to the demands of college and let intrinsic motivation guide their academic journey. That gets Kenn and Ron thinking: What happened to the way Boomers learned to deal with pressure? Kenn remembers his parents paying him a dollar for every A in...

It’s old-school, back-to-school time on Boomers on the Edge as guest host Randy shares a hilarious childhood memory of 1970s fashion, family values, and a very different definition of manliness. With a new school year approaching, Randy’s mom decides it’s time for a fashionable wardrobe update. She proudly picks out a matching pair of purple bell-bottom pants and a stylish wide-collar shirt—an out...

Growing up in the 1970s meant figuring out life with limited information, plenty of imagination, and absolutely no internet to clear things up. In this episode, Kenn shares a coming‑of‑age misunderstanding so perfectly innocent it could only happen in that era. At 13, Kenn was one of the bigger kids on his little league team. One of the “coaches”—really just a 17‑year‑old who hung around—liked to...

Ron shares another unbelievable business story from the 1990s. Back when Detroit Red Wings games at Joe Louis Arena were the hottest ticket in town, Ron invited several executives from one of Detroit’s Big Three automakers to a game in his company’s corporate suite. One executive and his wife were new to Detroit, and she was nervous about visiting downtown, so Ron personally promised to make sure...

Men’s Grooming Today Join Kenn and Ron as they take a humorous look at how men’s grooming has changed from the 1970s to today. Back in the day, most men kept their grooming routines simple—soap, shampoo, and maybe a comb. Today, the market is filled with specialized products for men’s hair, skin, beards, and more. For years, Ron was known among the Buds as the one who paid the most attention to gr...

Kenn joins Ron and guest host Randy to share one of the funniest and most memorable stories from their family — the tale of their grandfather's determination to keep romance alive well into his senior years, even as dementia began to take its toll. The first clue came at Grandma's funeral. As friends offered condolences and assured him that "she'll be waiting for you in heaven,...

Soccer wasn't part of everyday life when Boomers Kenn and Ron were growing up, so when their own kids wanted to play, they approached the game with a mix of curiosity, skepticism, and humor. With the World Cup underway, they share some of their funniest family soccer memories. Ron tells the story of his five-year-old son, who really wanted to play American football. Since he was too young for...

As a public service announcement to younger generations, Kenn shares the three worst—and arguably dumbest—things he has ever said to his wife during their marriage. Spoiler alert: none of them ended well. 1. Hair and the Truth Early in their marriage, Kenn's wife mentioned she was thinking about cutting her hair shorter. Wanting to be supportive, Kenn told her, "Do whatever you want.&quo...

Ron shares a hilarious family vacation story from an Alaska cruise in the early 2000s that became legendary for all the unexpected characters and unforgettable moments along the way. The adventure begins with a special inland excursion to a remote fish hatchery, reached by bush plane. During the flight, Ron, his brother-in-law, and his young son meet an eccentric gentleman from Palo Alto, Californ...

The world of Boomers on the Edge takes a mystical and hilarious detour in this unforgettable episode. Join Kenn and Ron as Ron recounts his adventure into Hollywood during the 2010s, when his longtime passion for screenwriting led him to a Pitchfest—where aspiring creators pitch movie ideas directly to entertainment industry insiders. A screenwriter for more than 13 years, Ron arrived armed with t...

What’s a 1970s household without a family dog—and one with a serious attitude? In this hilarious episode, guest host Randy shares the story of Pepper, the family’s scrappy little terrier who seemed to have a lifelong grudge against Randy’s dad… and made sure everyone knew it. Looking a bit like Toto from The Wizard of Oz , Pepper may have been small, but he had a big personality and a mischievous...

In the 1970s, young boys often looked up to larger-than-life action heroes like Rocky—but guest host Randy’s legendary friend Butchy may have taken “tough guy” culture to another level. In this episode, Randy shares hilarious and unforgettable stories about a friend who embodied the fearless, reckless, and wildly entertaining spirit of a true 1970s kid. Always chasing danger, excitement, and a lit...

Ron has a reputation—and not the subtle kind. Around the Buds, he’s practically known as a human lightning rod, with more close calls than most people would believe. In this episode, he shares one story that didn’t just describe lightning… it proved his point in real time. While out of town on a rainy business trip, Ron finds himself at dinner, entertaining colleagues with his greatest hits: light...

Guest host Randy, a single Boomer navigating the modern dating world, shares how the Buds—have a knack for unintentionally sabotaging his romantic evenings. Randy has one firm rule on dates: no phone ringer. He keeps things polite and distraction-free, with only the vibration setting on—just in case one of his adult kids needs him in an emergency. But one night at dinner, his phone won’t stop buzz...

In the 1990s, as Boomers settled into parenthood, everyday life came with its fair share of chaos—and comedy. In this episode, Kenn shares a story that perfectly captures both. After noticing a neighborhood kid picking on his son, Kenn pulls him aside and gives some blunt, old-school advice: if the bully doesn’t stop, he has permission to punch him in the nose. Not exactly textbook parenting—but v...