Growing up Boomer
Growing Up Boomer/a podcast by Padre and Cotton This Podcast is dedicated to the life and times of the Baby Boomer Generation. This Podcast can be informative, funny and sometimes irreverent, but most of all we hope you find it entertaining. Follow us on: Spotify, IHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Podbean, PlayerFM, Podchaser, Google, Tune In, Listen Notes, Samsung Podcast, Apple Podcast and Boom Play If you have a Baby Boomer topic, you would like us to cover, please email us at growingupboomer@gmail.com
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Do you ever find yourself reminiscing about the good old days, particularly the 1970s? Well, you’re not alone! Many younger Baby Boomers consider the ’70s to be the best decade ever, and for good reason. It was a time of great music, unforgettable fashion, and a carefree spirit that’s hard to find these days. So, sit back and have a listen to how great the 70’s was for Baby Boomer teenagers.
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Green Bean Casserole, Giblet Gray, Pumpkin Mincemeat Pie, and anything Jell-O were just a few of the staples of Thanksgiving Dinner for Baby Boomers.
But the greatest blessing anyone can have while sitting around the Thanksgiving Table is when friends are like family and family are like friends
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at Growing Up Boomer
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Life is a complex mosaic of experiences, learnings, and, inevitably, some harsh realities. We Boomers, have lived through significant cultural, technological, and societal changes. Here are the hard truths us Baby Boomers have identified that, despite being difficult to accept, are fundamental components of the human experience.
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Growing Up Boomer would like to pay tribute to all American veterans who served their country honorably, during war or peacetime. Because if your commitment we can enjoy, the freedom of religion, the freedom of the press, and most importantly our freedom of speech. So once again Thank You for your service.
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Baby boomers were coming of age at the same time Hollywood was having a renaissance of sorts. In the '60s and '70s, some of the best films in history were released, impacting baby boomers for years to come. So, sit back and listen a few of the movies that defined the our generation.
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Baby boomers were coming of age at the same time Hollywood was having a renaissance of sorts. In the '60s and '70s, some of the best films in history were released, impacting baby boomers for years to come. So, sit back and listen a few of the movies that defined the our generation.
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For us kids in the 50’s and 60’s, costumes were homemade, trick or treating door to door was considered safe and, we would collect enough candy to last until December and a trip to the Dentist the following year to fill in our cavities.
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From economic hurdles to social and political issues, go through the trials and tribulations of the Boomer generation. So set back a listen and discover the true extent of the struggles faced by the Baby Boomers and the life lesson we can pass on the future generations.
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From economic hurdles to social and political issues, go through the trials and tribulations of the Boomer generation. So set back a listen and discover the true extent of the struggles faced by the Baby Boomers and the life lesson we can pass on the future generations.
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John Wayne, as we Baby Boomers call him “The Duke,” is an iconic figure in American film history. Known for his commanding presence, rugged persona, and distinctive voice, Wayne became one of the most celebrated actors of his time. With a career spanning over five decades, and left an indelible mark on the Western genre and us Baby Boomers
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Growing older comes with its fair share of perks, and one of them is the ability to bend or even break some of the rules we Baby Boomers followed throughout our life. As a senior Baby Boomer, we’ve earned the right to live, life on our own terms. Here are rules we Baby Boomers can break now that we’ve reached our golden years.
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In the summer of 1969, amidst a backdrop of political unrest and social upheaval, a music festival emerged that would forever reshape the cultural landscape for us Boomers and future generations. Woodstock wasn’t just an event; it became a symbol of unity, peace, and the transformative power of music.
Over half a million people congregated on a dairy farm in Bethel, New York, proving that even in turbulent times, love and understan...
In the summer of 1969, amidst a backdrop of political unrest and social upheaval, a music festival emerged that would forever reshape the cultural landscape for us Boomers and future generations. Woodstock wasn’t just an event; it became a symbol of unity, peace, and the transformative power of music.
Over half a million people congregated on a dairy farm in Bethel, New York, proving that even in turbulent times, love and understan...
In the summer of 1969, amidst a backdrop of political unrest and social upheaval, a music festival emerged that would forever reshape the cultural landscape for us Boomers and future generations. Woodstock wasn’t just an event; it became a symbol of unity, peace, and the transformative power of music.
Over half a million people congregated on a dairy farm in Bethel, New York, proving that even in turbulent times, love and understan...
Holy movie stars, Batman!
The Batman series from the 1960s ran for three chaotic, campy seasons and in those 120 episodes, a huge number of big stars appeared in it. From the legendary "window" cameos to slightly larger roles as villains, the list is as impressive as any list of stars that have been on TV shows. All of them are over the top and good clean fun. There has never been a show like it since. So, sit back and listen to ...
Just what is it that keeps boomers ticking along with their traditions? It’s not simply nostalgia but something deeply rooted in our psyche. So, sit back and listen to some Boomer traditions that we just won’t give up, but will disappear along with us Boomers
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Willie Mays, the greatest Giant of all time and one of the greatest baseball players ever. Mays thrilled us Baby Boomers no matter what team we hitched our wagon too. So, sit back a give a listen to a tribute to one of the greatest ball players to ever play the game.
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Amidst the ongoing generational debate, we often-overlooked Generation X. Their preference for a more discreet existence is a deliberate choice, allowing them to evade the relentless scrutiny accompanying the spotlight. This contemplative stance aligns with their desire for a life free from the excesses of constant attention. So, sit back and listen to some of Generation X characteristic traits that we maybe able to learn from.
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Godzilla, the iconic monster of the film industry, has been captivating audiences since its debut in 1954. And us Baby Boomers couldn’t get enough of Godzilla’s destructive power and larger-than-life presence. Godzilla is the franchise of franchises and has spawned numerous films, spin-offs, and reboots, making it a pillar of Baby Boomer pop culture.
And as Godzilla would say
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Much like the rest of American society, the early sixties in baseball were just like the late 50s. The Yankees were winning, Mickey Mantle was playing well, and the world was turning as it should. That was until 1965, in which America and the baseball world were turned upside down. The wheels completely fell off the Yankee bus and the rest of Major League Baseball took over. For us young Baby Boomers baseball was an escape from a t...
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