The Boomer Effect

What gives a man the strength to endure more than seven years as a prisoner of war—and come home with his faith, hope, and love of country intact? In this powerful episode of  The Boomer Effect , Jerry and Rose welcome  Susan Page Coffee , founder of  Beyond Survival  and widow of the late Navy Captain Gerald "Jerry" Coffee, one of America's most respected Vietnam POWs. Jerry Coffee...

For decades, Americans have been told that Hispanic voters belong in one political camp. But according to author, broadcaster, and Newsmax host Chris Salcedo, that narrative is rapidly changing. In this episode of The Boomer Effect, Chris discusses his new book, The Rise of the Liberty-Loving Latino: A New American Revolution, and explores why growing numbers of HispanicAmericans are embracing fai...

Most people spend a lifetime building financial security, caring for their families, and planning for retirement. But what happens when an unexpected illness, nursing home stay,or long-term care need threatens everything you've worked to achieve? In this episode of The Boomer Effect, we sit down with Dale Krause, founder of Krause Financial and a nationally recognized expert in elder law planning...

Public schools are costing more than you think… and the results might shock you. Public education is one of the nation’s largest taxpayer-funded expenses—but are we getting our money’s worth? On this episode,  William Henson , President Emeritus of  CristoRey Brooklyn High School , introduces the  Educational Return on Investment (EROI)  framework, revealing how spending in public schools often fa...

Millions of Americans park legally every day—and still get fined. Why? Because parking enforcement has quietly transformed into a billion-dollar, app-driven extraction system, with confusing signs, mandatory digital contracts, hidden fees, and little oversight. In this episode,  Kerry Lutz , recovering attorney and bestselling author of  America’s Great Parking Scam: You’ve Been Robbed , exposes h...

Modern dating is broken… and it’s time to fix it. This Women’s History Month,  Jackie Dorman , CEO of  Last Year Single®  and author of  Modern Dating Sucks , shows women how to escape swipe fatigue, date intentionally, and find love with purpose. From healing past patterns to identifying commitment-minded partners, Jackie gives the tools to navigate love strategically—without losing your heart or...

The media monopoly is crumbling—and the future of journalism may be in your hands. On this episode,  Sam Anthony , founder of  YourNews Media , shares how he’s empowering thousands of independent, citizen journalists to report on their communities, bypass corporate-controllednarratives, and restore free speech in local reporting. With over 20 years disrupting traditional media and building the tec...

Artificial intelligence is transforming the world at a pace fewpeople fully understand. But while much of the public debate focuses on innovation and efficiency, a deeper question is emerging:  Who is guiding the moral direction of this technology? In this episode, award-winning educator, filmmaker, and author  Kay Rubacek  joins the conversation to explore why  morality may be the most important...

Today’s guest is Kay Rubacek —an award-winning educator, filmmaker, author, and mother whose life and work have consistently centered on the importance of truth, courage, and human dignity. Kay’s perspective on freedom and morality isn’t theoretical. In2001, she was  detained in a Chinese prison for her human-rights advocacy , an experience that deeply shaped her understanding of what happens when...

For decades, Canada and the United States have been among the closest economic partners in the world. But that relationship may be quietly changing. Kenneth Rapoza, Industry Analyst and China Watcher at the Coalition for a Prosperous America says Canada has been strategically aligning itself with Europe and even China in ways that could reshape the future of North American trade. From new defense...

America’s healthcare debate usually focuses on insurance premiums and drug prices, but one of the most critical — and vulnerable — parts of the system often goes overlooked:  home care . In this episode,  Julian Hagmann , Chief Operating Officer of  Caring Professionals, Inc. , joins the show to discuss thegrowing challenges facing home-based healthcare programs, including concerns about fraud, ri...

What if the clutter in our homes is quietly crowding out our faith, our finances, and our purpose? In this episode, I’m joined by Joshua Becker, Wall Street Journal and USA Today #1 bestselling author and one of the leading voices in the modern simplicity movement. Joshua is the founder of Becoming Minimalist, a platform reaching over a million readers each month, and the author of five influentia...

Jerry and Rose are joined by Emily Greene Brey, PA State Director for Americans for Prosperity. When finding a solution to the affordability crisis, the first step is to figure out what makes life less affordable. The next step is to eliminate it. That’s what the Trump administration is doing by reducing the hidden tax on Americans - regulations.  Let’s be honest - regulations are boring. They’re...

Are we preserving wisdom — or just accumulating fragileinformation? Only  1.6% of human history  is recorded — and the rest may be lost forever. In this compelling conversation, author and technologist  Jack R. Bialik  joins us to explore the astonishing discoveries in his book  Lost in Time: Our Forgotten and Vanishing Knowledge.  Drawing from over ten years of meticulous research, Bialik reveals...

It began with a lost wallet and a stranger whochose to do the right thing. On this episode,  Kevin Smith  shares theextraordinary story of how one small act of kindness on Good Friday sparked a national ripple effect — leading to viral news coverage, an unexpected partnership with the York County SPCA, and the birth of  Kindness Week , a community-wide celebration of compassion and human connectio...

Who are Gen Z Republicans — really? That’s what Jerry and Rose asked Jesse Arm, VP External Affairs at ManhattanInstitute. We unpack the results of a  Manhattan Institute focus group  conducted with 20 Gen Z conservatives inNashville, revealing how America’s youngest Republican voters consume news, think about economics and immigration, wrestle with faith and family formation,and envision the coun...

Venezuela did not simply fail — it was  repurposed . In this episode, political commentator and author  Judd Dunning  breaks down how Venezuela evolved from authoritarian governance into a fully integrated  narco-state ,where political power, criminal finance, and coercive force merged to preserve regime survival. We examine the deliberate dismantling of institutions under Hugo Chávez, the crimina...

In today’s episode, goes solo with former U.S. Senator Joe Manchin for a powerful conversation about his book Dead Center — a book he describes as both a memoir and a manifesto for bringing common sense back to American politics. Manchin shares his concerns about where the Democratic Party is headed. We also talk about why he believes the “center” is where solutions are born, what it means to put...

Free speech on America’s campuses is under its fiercestpressure in decades — and Tim Minella is on the front lines. A Senior Constitutionalism Fellow at the Goldwater Institute and a key voice behind the Goldwater’s  Dismantling DEI podcast, Minella joins the show to expose how DEI bureaucracy is mutating, rebranding, and quietly tightening its grip on higher education. We dig into why conservativ...

In this episode, we dive into how writing emotionally charged fiction can become a powerful tool for healing. Author and former professor  Brad Buchanan  opens up about how creating his Cold War–era novel  Spy’s Mate  becameprofoundly therapeutic during his battle with life-altering illness. He shares practical writing tips, reflects on the unexpected emotional impact of crafting deeply personal s...

In this episode, Navy veteran and historic preservationist Michael Bedenbaugh joins us to discuss his powerful new book, Reviving Our Republic: 95 Theses for the Future of America. Fed up with empty patriotic posturing and disillusioned by deep-rooted dysfunction in Washington, Bedenbaugh lays out a bold, actionable roadmap for restoring integrity, accountability, and responsible governance to our...

As governments and central banks race to roll out digital IDs and Central Bank Digital Currencies - the promise of convenience and security is masking a much darker agenda. In this explosive episode, we sit down with James Hirsen, a leading voice warning against the rise of state-controlled digital infrastructure. We dive into the implications of the UK’s mandatory digital ID policy, the global mo...

In this powerful episode, conservative firebrand  Judd Dunning  joins us to unpack his Newsmax column  “The American Warrior Reborn.”  Judd shares why  PeteHegseth’s bold transformation of the Department of Defense into the “War Department”  is more than just a rebranding — it's a battle plan to reclaim America’s militarystrength, purpose, and warrior spirit. We dive deep into the cultural and pol...

In this episode, Jerry and Rose sit down with political commentator and author Greg Rabidoux, who deliversa stark warning in his latest piece:  “What You Don’t Condemn You Tolerate.”  He argues that the modern Democratic Party — once the champion of peace and compassion — has morphed into a party that enables, excuses, and even emboldens political hatred and violence. From disturbing textmessages...

Todd Sheets, Author of "2008: What Really Happened" joins Jerry and Rose. In this episode, we take a walk back through America’s Long Golden Age of housing — a century of stability that spanned from 1897 to 1997. Before the housing bubble and financial crisis, the U.S. housing market worked remarkably well. Why? Join me as I reflect on how my lower-middle-class parents could buy homes in...