Best Baby Boomer Tales Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 292 - Head to Shoulders 16:00

20h ago16:00

16:00

I know they fly fast.By Baby Boomer Tales

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Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 5 - Roads & Wildlife 26:12

1h ago26:12

26:12

LAist Correspondent Jill Replogle speaks with Ben Goldfarb, an environmental journalist, wildlife enthusiast, and author of Crossings: How Road Ecology is Shaping the Future of Our Planet. They discuss how roads impact the wild animals in our midst, what wildlife crossings can do to mitigate that impact, and some of the other ecological solutions t…

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Ep. 291 - My Town 16:00

8d ago16:00

16:00

Meet me at the train depot.By Baby Boomer Tales

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Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 1 - The Mountain Lion Celebrity 45:45

8d ago45:45

45:45

One of Hollywood’s recent celebrities wasn’t a person, but a feline. The famed mountain lion made headlines in Los Angeles and nationwide. He became a household name for making his home in Griffith Park, right in the middle of L.A. But the overwhelming support for P-22 wasn’t enough to save him. LAist Correspondent Jill Replogle looks into P-22’s s…

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Episode 9: Legacy narratives: Chatty tales of ancestry 43:31

23h ago43:31

43:31

In this episode of Legacy Narratives: Chatty Tales of Ancestry, we explore the art of storytelling to preserve family history and genealogy. Discover how to document family narratives and create a lasting legacy through memory preservation and personal archives. We delve into the importance of historical records, oral history, and heritage in const…

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#42: How To Solve World Hunger 1:00:38

5d ago1:00:38

1:00:38

GT is flying solo on this one. He takes a look at some his favorite comedians and samples some of their material for your enjoyment. This episode is guaranteed to make you laugh or your money back.By GT and Daniel

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Retrain Your Brain for Financial Success 34:32

4m ago34:32

34:32

Summary Financial freedom is attainable through planning and creating multiple streams of income. The concept of 'freedom day' is about reaching a point where work becomes optional. Jeff Kikel shares his expertise in achieving financial freedom and introduces the 5 by 10 technique. This technique involves creating five revenue streams that generate…

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Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 4 - The Eagle Lovebirds 25:07

7d ago25:07

25:07

Jackie and Shadow are two beloved bald eagles who live in Big Bear, a ski town a couple hours northeast of L.A. They went viral in 2024, as people tuned in to a livestream of their nest to see if their eggs would hatch. Fans around the world became deeply attached to the lovebirds, obsessing over the couple’s devotion to each other and their eggs. …

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Ep. 290 - The Big Lockdown 19:00

10d ago19:00

19:00

Could you please share a couple of squares? Thank you for the sound effects: Appear / KP 1137861048 / soundbible.com/1686-Appear.htmlBy Baby Boomer Tales

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#41: 16 in 76 1:16:01

15d ago1:16:01

1:16:01

As Daniel is about to turn 17 we take a stroll down memory lane of his first 16 years. In this episode's segment of Get Off My Lawn we talk about how DC ruined the new Batman cartoon, Caped Crusader for GT. We also discuss one of the lowest things a human can do, stolen valor.By GT and Daniel

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Episode 8: Unpacking Insurance: Retiree Experiences and Insights 39:50

3d ago39:50

39:50

In this episode of Don’t Retire, Reinspire, host Lyn Nikoloff delves into the critical world of insurance and assurance with a special guest who has spent 62 years in the insurance industry. The discussion highlights the differences between insurance and assurance, and the ways these financial tools can provide security and peace of mind in retirem…

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#40: Search It Up Dumbass 1:05:55

11d ago1:05:55

1:05:55

GT's twitter account is on fire. What did he say? Miss Emma provides a set of questions for the episode. We try to figure out if we're really living or slowly dying. It gets deep like that. In this episode's Get Off My Lawn segment, we rant about automated phones used by businesses, because....my call is so important to them.…

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Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 3 - The Bear Nuisance 44:38

15d ago44:38

44:38

The first deadly black bear attack in California’s history was confirmed recently in a small mountain town in Northern California. While wildlife officials say fatal bear attacks are rare, this recent death and growing encounters between bears and people underscore how high the stakes are as wild and urban worlds merge. LAist climate reporter Erin …

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Ep. 289 - Television - Volume Five 15:00

22d ago15:00

15:00

2000/01 through 2009/10 television seasons. You turn me on.By Baby Boomer Tales

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#39: Johnny Michell, the legendary songwriter 1:20:30

7d ago1:20:30

1:20:30

We play a game called Odd On Out. GT discovers that general knowledge questions are not about generals and that he sucks at geography. Daniel provides comedy relief as he reads questions. Gt & Daniel make a plea to voters in the Get Off My Lawn segment. We have a surprise ending song so make sure you listen and try not to cry.…

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Episode 7: Don't Retire, Reinspire: Celebrating Retirement Milestones with Joy and Community 48:17

10d ago48:17

48:17

In this episode of "Don't Retire, Reinspire," we explore the joy and importance of celebrating milestones in retirement. From significant birthdays and anniversaries to personal achievements, these celebrations add richness and meaning to our lives. We discuss how acknowledging these special moments can enhance emotional and physical well-being, st…

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#38: What a Rush!!! 1:11:26

22d ago1:11:26

1:11:26

9 years ago the World's greatest rock band, Rush played their last live show in Los Angeles. GT tells how the band and their relationship with a certain author changed his life. In this weeks, 'Get Off My Lawn' segment, we ask the simple question. WTF is going on with the Olympics?By GT and Daniel

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Enhancing Machine Intelligence 1:16:26

11d ago1:16:26

1:16:26

Summary Guido Meardi, CEO of V-Nova, discusses the importance of data compression in digital technology and its impact on various industries. He explains how V-Nova's compression technology enables more efficient use of data, leading to better quality and cost savings. Meardi also shares the exciting future of volumetric movies and immersive entert…

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Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 2 - The Coyote Villain 44:42

15d ago44:42

44:42

If the mountain lion is thought of as a celebrity, then, many would think of the coyote as a villain. LAist Correspondent Emily Guerin looks into why we vilify coyotes, what scientists actually know about them, and how they’ve adapted and thrived in some of the most urban parts of Southern California. Emily also explores the historic and cultural b…

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Ep. 288 - Our Kids Are Running Things Now 18:00

29d ago18:00

18:00

Safety is our passion.By Baby Boomer Tales

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#37: The Tale of The Traveling Pants 1:21:54

1M ago1:21:54

1:21:54

Daniel tells us how he survived the big summer storm of 2024 and why he would never survive in a world without gadgets. We play a clip from the 1976 movie, "Network" that is just as relevant today as it was back then. GT tells some stories about past girlfriends and how he gave away his pants. We introduce a new segment called 'Get Off My Lawn'.…

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#36: Carry On Camping 1:04:08

1M ago1:04:08

1:04:08

WTF is up with GT's T shirt? Daniel tells the tale of the life and times of Harold Camping who got the end of times wrong, not once, not twice, but three times. He sucks at math. We also hear from Joe Biden as he says farewell to the American people. We're gonna miss you Joe.By GT and Daniel

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Imperfect Paradise: Lions, Coyotes, & Bears: Part 1- The Mountain Lion Celebrity 45:59

1M ago45:59

45:59

One of Hollywood’s recent celebrities wasn’t a person, but a feline. The famed mountain lion made headlines in Los Angeles and nationwide. He became a household name for making his home in Griffith Park, right in the middle of L.A. But the overwhelming support for P-22 wasn’t enough to save him. LAist Correspondent Jill Replogle looks into P-22’s s…

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Ep. 287 - Bookworm 19:00

1M ago19:00

19:00

Fishin' and readin'. Now that's what I call relaxin'.By Baby Boomer Tales

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Episode 6: Socially Savvy Retirement: Maximizing Connections with Don't Retire, Reinspire 39:15

24d ago39:15

39:15

In this episode of Don’t retire reinspire, we delve into the dynamic intersection of retirement, and social media Discover how to leverage the power of social media connections to reimagine retirement as a period of growth, community, and purpose. We explore practical strategies for staying engaged, building meaningful networks, and finding inspira…

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Supercharge Your Business 35:51

1M ago35:51

35:51

Summary Referrals can supercharge a business and lead to more customers and increased revenue. Brandon Barnum, author of 'Raving Referrals,' shares his expertise on building a referral engine. He emphasizes the importance of thanking and updating the people who give referrals, as well as creating strategic alliances with others who serve your targe…

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#35: GrannyCon 2024 1:04:38

1M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

GT says he went to high school with Joe Rogan. We discuss what really happened to the space shuttle Columbia and we find out what GrannyCon is and what it means when you have a bad case of the fralls. GT reveals his theory on how video games are created. R.I.P. Redbox.By GT and Daniel

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Ep. 286 - My 29 All Time Favorite Music Songs - Volume 5 16:00

1M ago16:00

16:00

Listen to the music.By Baby Boomer Tales

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#34: Pizza and a Cookie 1:01:57

1M ago1:01:57

1:01:57

WE'RE BACK!!! Daniel and GT return after a brief break from podcasting. We discuss The Batman movie and why GT still doesn't like it. We award Donald Trump with 'The Luckiest Man Alive' award and Daniel shares his favorite pizza toppings and a whole lot more.By GT and Daniel

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Imperfect Paradise: Return from Mexico 41:36

1M ago41:36

41:36

In 2009, Gloria Arellano de la Rosa was banned from re-entering the U.S. for ten years, finding herself separated from her four children and husband. But unlike Daniel Zamora, she didn’t remake her life in Mexico. Every day she waited to go home to the U.S. Fernanda Echavarri tells the story of what happens when Gloria finally returns to the States…

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Ep. 285 - The Dairy King 16:00

2M ago16:00

16:00

Driving back in time.By Baby Boomer Tales

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LAist Studios present Passing The Mantle: Is Gen Z less curious than the Baby Boomers? 15:57

1M ago15:57

15:57

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. In this first episode, Larry Mantle and his son Desmond, 23, talk about their wide-ranging interests and shared drive to understand why things are the way they are, and discuss whether today's generatio…

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The Wealth Transfer from Baby Boomers to Millennials 1:09:04

1M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

Summary Justin Donald shares his journey from making mistakes early in his investment and entrepreneurship career to becoming a successful entrepreneur and investor. He emphasizes the importance of learning from mistakes and developing systems and processes to scale a business. Justin also discusses the mindset shift he had to make to prioritize hi…

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#33: Is That a Pocket Knife or Are You Just Glad To See Me? 57:05

2M ago57:05

57:05

In this episode, Daniel saves the day. We also hear about GT's cat from hell and what happens when you go to the movies with a knife in your pocket.By GT and Daniel

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Imperfect Paradise: Return to Mexico: Part 3 32:59

1M ago32:59

32:59

Unable to return to the U.S., Daniel Zamora struggles to build a life in Mexico, until a trip abroad suddenly upends his perspective. Lorena Ríos reports. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Listen to Reimagining Democracy for A Good Life, hosted by longtime equi…

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Ep. 284 - Walking Up First Street 16:00

2M ago16:00

16:00

My Co-Host, the Grand Dog. Thank you for the sound effects: Appear / KP 1137861048 / soundbible.com/1686-Appear.htmlBy Baby Boomer Tales

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#32: I AM MEGAMIND 54:37

1M ago54:37

54:37

Daniel asks GT a series of 'choose between' questions. Some interesting. Some not so much. **WARNING**: Some of GT's answers may be shocking.By GT and Daniel

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Introducing Passing The Mantle, from LAist Studios 2:46

1M ago2:46

2:46

Passing the Mantle is a new podcast from LAist Studios about family, curiosity and the things that change — and stay the same — across generations. It's co-hosted by Larry Mantle, host of LAist 89.3’s AirTalk, the longest-running daily talk show in Southern California, and his son Desmond Mantle. Even though Desmond is in law school pursuing a diff…

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Episode 5: Don't Retire, Reinspire: One Person's Journey of Tiny Home Living and Community Connections 35:37

2M ago35:37

35:37

In this episode, join us as we embark on an exploration of a retiree's inspiring journey into non-traditional retirement living. Discover how embracing a minimalist lifestyle in a tiny home has not only simplified their existence but also deepened their ties to community. Through personal anecdotes, we uncover the joys and hurdles of tiny home livi…

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#31: Solving The World's Problems 56:20

2M ago56:20

56:20

GT & Daniel solve some of the most world's most serious problems, such as: Should the Monday after the Super Bowl be declared a holiday, school lunches and one of the worst problems in the U.S.A., traffic circles. Should they be done away with? Isn't the answer obvious?By GT and Daniel

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#30: 1,250 CC's Equals a G Cup 1:09:31

2M ago1:09:31

1:09:31

We discuss the new Stanley Cup Champions. GT & Daniel see why no one messes with the Red, White & Blue. We make a debatable bet and talk about some humorous news stories.By GT and Daniel

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Imperfect Paradise: Return to Mexico: Part 2 35:01

2M ago35:01

35:01

Daniel Zamora waits for the decision on his deportation appeal and has to figure out how to make a life in Mexico — find work, get an apartment. All the while, Daniel tries to keep up his cross-border relationship. Lorena Ríos reports. Grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/…

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Ep. 283 - The Wasps 18:00

2M ago18:00

18:00

I threw some ideas into the air. They fluttered down, somewhere.By Baby Boomer Tales

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Failure as a Choice, Not a Label 1:05:47

2M ago1:05:47

1:05:47

Summary In this conversation, Mike Kaeding interviews JCron, the former partner and president of Kajabi, a knowledge commerce platform. JCron shares his journey from bankruptcy to building a $2 billion enterprise. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and human connection in the digital age. He also discusses the power of being broke and the…

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#29: A Few Of Our Favorite Things 1:04:32

2M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

GT & Daniel reveal their top 5 favorite things from four different categories. We learn that Time On The Mic is now a world famous award winning podcast and how a mirror ball can leave a life long lasting memory.By GT and Daniel

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Ep. 282 - I Am Like My Old Shoes 15:00

2M ago15:00

15:00

You've got a friend and it's me. Thank you for the sound effects: Cartoon suction pull / zapsplat.com/music/cartoon-suction-pull-3/By Baby Boomer Tales

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Episode 4: Empowering Boomers to Find New Career Opportunities with Don't Retire, Re-Inspire 41:26

2M ago41:26

41:26

In this insightful episode, we delve into the realm of post-retirement employment with expert advice from a seasoned recruiter (Stephanie). Whether you're considering a second career or exploring how to find work after retirement, this episode is designed for you. Our guest shares invaluable job search tips for seniors, highlighting best practices …

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#28: I will NOT Compromise 1:14:48

2M ago1:14:48

1:14:48

Daniel goes head to head with Dear Abbey on giving advice. We also find out Daniel needs work on making beds. GT reveals he can't seem to find the off switch to his brain.By GT and Daniel

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Imperfect Paradise: Return to Mexico: Part 1 36:04

2M ago36:04

36:04

Daniel Zamora took a roadtrip in 2011 that would take an unexpected turn to the Texas border. That detour would shatter the course of his life. Journalist Lorena Ríos reports. CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes mention of suicidal ideation. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline offers services to talk to a skilled counselor. If you are feeli…

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LAist & NPR present 'Inheriting' Episode 1 - Carol & the Los Angeles Uprising: Part 1 43:24

2M ago43:24

43:24

Carol Kwang Park was 12 years old, working as a cashier at her family’s gas station in Compton, California, when the 1992 LA Uprising forever changed her life. Her mom was at the gas station that day and Carol was unsure if she’d even make it home. At the time, she didn’t understand why tensions came to a head in Los Angeles, following the acquitta…

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