He's opinionated and a little nuts. She's the smart, nice one. Every week, Pete and Maureen will be “mixing it up” talking about whatever they pull off the tops of their heads or out of their butts! They're opinionated, they're fun. They've got microphones and they're not afraid to use ‘em!
In 1957, a young Black couple named Bill and Daisy Meyers bought a home in Levittown, Pa. They hoped it would be a great place to raise their young and growing family. What followed were months of terror as rocks pierced their front window, neighbors in the back blasted music all night and hundreds rioted outside their home at 43 Deepgreen Lane. This is also the story of two developers: Bill Levitt and built Levittown with a "no Blacks" clause in all contracts and who defied the Supreme Court decision against such clauses Meanwhile California developer Joseph Eichler boldly stepped forward offering to build and sell homes to anyone who had the money..
In the six years we have been in our home, the living room has been redone three times and is now heading to a fourth revision. The problem is balancing our chosen design esthetic and comfort and functionality. Our 1956 constructed home falls into the the "mid century" category but NOT mid century modern which is where we have tried to take the living room.After our third round of changes, we are thinking that the first edition may have been the best and we should have left well enough alone....Should we spend the time and money to go back? Have we lost our minds?Oh the pain of being interior design enthusiasts!!!
As kids prepare to head back to the classroom, The Sonic Boomers invite you to join them for a trip down memory lane remembering the classrooms of their youth in the 1960's. Would they feel strangely out of place in the classroom of today?
It's the word that strike fear into the heart of every homeowner: REVALUATION. Anxiety reigns supreme as fear of exploding property taxes spreads. We will try to answer some questions from the research we've done:1. What is a revaluation2. What is the assessor REALLY looking for when coming into my home.3.Can I deny the assessor entry to my home?4, What will happen if I deny access?5. Will will property tax really go up?6. What recourse do I have if I feel I have over assessed?7. Why is my township doing this?
Just back from beautiful western Maryland and the 2026 Convocation of the American National Catholic Church (ANCC).ANCC is an independent expression of modern Catholicism, with no connection to the Roman Catholic Church. We believe that our brand of Catholicism is the continuation of Vatican II and the progressive direction Pope John XXIII was taking the Church at the time of his passing.If you are ready for a modern, relevant expression of an ancient faith, the ANCC might be for you. We have 14 parishes across the United States.Check out our beautiful new website and take the quiz at www.theancc.org and see if we're a good fit for you!!
People told us you can't retire in New Jersey unless you're wealthy. The fact is you can if you do the homework! We found 10 towns with low taxes that have good access to medical care and golf. So if you're planning on moving, maybe you just need to relocate to one of these towns. After all, the heat and humidity in Florida are a bitch. They have GATORS that want to EAT YOU! Stay with your family and friends in the land of pork roll, egg, and cheese.
Before you flee to Florida, Delaware or any other state in search of low property taxes, check out these Top % towns in NJ with super low taxes.....and find out why.
A particular bishop, whom we will name in the podcast, has instituted changes in Roman Catholic Funeral which you may find objectionable. He also has chosen to deny funerals to the LGBTQ Community unless they "confess and repent."Just another way this outdated Church keeps you under there thumb.
We raised 3 kids who are now grown adults and they all turned out just fine. However Maureen and I disagreed often on discipline. I see young kids as "terrorists" and always refused to give up parental control in negotiation. Maureen was more of a deal maker. Then there are times when the kids push you to that last nerve. We've all been there. That's the point where you have to show them that there's a line that is crossed with a penalty needs to be tough and swift and it has nothing to do with broccoli!We're talking about it this week.
In episode 177, we discussed the growing trend of living "the good life" on board a cruise ship. For some, this means a commitment of maybe a few months to a year while for others the sea is their forever home. We found some additional options including one that allows you to let your fur babies live with you and include better medical care.We also answered your questions. Make sue to take part in our poll and let us know whether you sink or swim on cruise ship living!
Retire to Paradise! The beautiful sunrises and sunsets, great food, the beauty of the ocean, exotic ports of call, relaxation on the sea for the rest of your life! But is it for you? Can you even do it? In this edition of our show, will examine 3 ways you can live on a cruise ship and how much it will cost. And some of you might just find it more affordable than staying in New York, Los Angeles , Chicago....or even wherever you are now.
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has voiced objections to numerous contemporary worship songs suggesting that they should noy be sung. Many of these songs have become much loved parts of our liturgies in both ordinary and holiday time having special connections with worshippers. In some cases the unfavorable status is blamed on doctrinal disagreements or mis understandings while other objections centered on alleged scandal concerning the composer.Does the Church have bigger problems to worry about? We think it does...clearly.We're talking about it in this episode of The Sonic Boomers Podcast.
In this edition we will be talking about:* The Exxon Bayway Refinery Explosion*The Long Branch Pier Fire That Destroyed The Haunted Mansion*The Tragic Six Flags Haunted Castle Fire*The Hercules Explosion in Sayreville, N.J.*Superstorm Sandy*The Hindenburg Explosion in Lakehurst
On this podcast you'll learn about:*The biggest TV game show flop in history that lasted 1 show.*The elements that go into the making of a successful show.* Interesting anecdotes about some well know hosts.*Why Pete is mad at Game Show Network*Our pick for best game show in TV history.
In this show you'll learn about:* The 1950's scandals that ended tv game shows for a decade.* How the quiz show scandals lead to "Jeopardy."* The Price Is Right Bob Barker Scandals* How a contestant legally bilked a show of over $100,000* The serial killed who ended up on "The Dating Game."
Experts say these are the items that will sell fast at yard sales this season. Check out these HOT SELLERS. They can make the difference between money in your pocket at the end of the sale or tables full of regret.
Here are the items that experts say WILL NOT SELL at your yard sale. We've included some helpful tips on what should be on your table and what should be in the garbage. It's the difference between a pocket full of money at the end of the day, or just a table full of regret.
Mike Barker loves weather and he loves forecasting. Mike is among a special breed of so called "Weather Enthusiasts" whose forecasting skills are uncanny for their accuracy and lack of drama, hype or click-bait. If our lives depended on a forecast, we would pick his!
It was once the American Dream. Home ownership. It's not to be blamed on we Baby Boomers although God knew you all want to. In this edition we track the development of the American home thru history as prices go higher and higher and the dream becomes more of a nightmare.
It's one of THOSE TV shows: You Love it or you Hate it. Maureen is an American Idol Fan Girl. Pete? Well....let's just say he'd rather have a tooth pulled! Both think the show has had its' "Jump the Shark" moment this season. They will explain......
So, you've spent hours shoveling out a parking spot for yourself on the street. While you were away, someone else had the audacity to park in YOUR space! Is it REALLY your space? Do you have the right to use place holders like cones, garbage cans and lawn chairs? Can you punch the guy in the nose, shovel him in, bury his car with snow and ice? Is retaliation ever justified or is it a slippery slope into the courthouse?We're shoveling out the truth on this edition ofTHE SONIC BOOMERS
In the world of interior design, only one thing is certain. The pendulum is always swinging and trends come and go. Some fleetingly pass through while other last for decades. In this show, we look at a short lived mid-century design trend that may be making a comeback and another ubiquitous trend that may finally be running out of gas.
A wise person once said, "IF IT AIN'T BROKE, DON'T FIX IT." Yet, the history of marketing and branding is filled with infamous re brands that went right on their corporate butts. Changing a brand name, a logo, or introducing a reformulation can be catastrophic if you don't look at the right metrics or fail to "read the room." In this show, we'll look at a bunch of remakes that went terribly wrong.
It's a sad reality for all pet owners. One day your beloved pet will die. It may be prematurely because of illness or after a long and happy life, Either way... THAT DAY IS COMING..... OR IS IT?
As Boomers, we never knew that the DVD had died but it apparently did. Our guest, Kevin Fay Ciscool is an avid DVD collector and his library is in the thousands! He shares some of his collection with us pointing out some vary unique and much sought after discs. Kevin is always charming, fun and entertaining. The DVD is back, baby, and being appreciated by an enthusiastic new audience.
For nearly 50 years, the house at 13 Yale Road in Madison Park has been a much loved, much admired Halloween extravaganza followed by kids and adults alike. It's big, it's scary good fun and a true labor of love for the woman behind it and her family. Join us as we introduce you to Yvonne Faust, Madison Park's Queen of Halloween Fun...... if you dare!
From restaurants to bartenders to diners, fast food, delivery and kiosks tips are becoming more ubiquitous and more aggressive. What do YOU tip for and how much? What services require tipping and what ones really don't? Remember tipping is ALWAYS optional! Don't give in to tipping shame. Tips for good service, tip less for poor service and never tip professionals.Listen for more info and Pete's flip out over kiosks.
The Sonic Boomers recall the days before Amazon and Doordash when services of all kinds and convenience came right to your door and you occasionally got something from nothing!
Join the Sonic Boomers as they recall many of the items that were common to every home in the 60s that are now just memories!
Some people say that 90 per cent of new restaurants will fail within their first year. THAT'S NOT TRUE! We will present the REAL numbers and give you the one tip that we (as people who love to dine out) that all of the "experts" seems to leave out.
A woman from Germantown, Tennessee has been hauled into court over leaving her holiday decorations up too long! Halloween decorations were modified into Christmas decorations . Spooky skeletons became spooky Santas. Did the town haul her into court over their own objections or was she turned in by a "Karen" in her upscale neighborhood.
2 years ago we dove into the rabbit hole of watching YT content. Hear which ones we still watch and the ones we've moved away from and some new recommendations. Not that anyone cares!
We asked and you told us! Who are your celebrity encounters? One person shares two amazing encounters, both involving a cigarette! We shar ours at the end of the show! Remember, you can watch our podcast on YouTube. Look for The Sonic Boomers Podcast.
Designers and realtors agree that these 5 items have NO PLACE on your kitchen counter top. They make your home look cluttered. Even if you are not planning on selling your home, keeping an absolute minimum of things on your counter is just plane clean, good design,
Cruise ship employees work very hard, long days for very little pay. Naturally, you would like to help them in some way to make the day a little easier. BUT we have a list of 10 things passengers do to be nice and in the end the crew members actually hate this things. Listen to find out!
The fastest growing religion in the U.S. is "Former Roman Catholic." Here'd the thing.. You can still embrace Catholicism OUTSIDE of the hyprocritical, scandal ridden and out of touch Roman Catholic when you joins us in the American National Catholic Church which has no connection to Roman Catholicism, the Pope, bishops or cardinals. Every 2 years, the 14 parishes of the ANCC across the nation hold their convocation. A 3 day weekend of what we have accomplished of the last 2 years.
On July 14, we cruised to Bermuda on board the Celebrity Eclipse from Bayonne NJ. In this podcast, we give our honest reviews on what worked for us and what didn't.
In this episode, we touch on a number of the things people do to the interior of their homes that are considered "tacky" be designers and design enthusiats, like us. Listen to see if your home passed or failed.
You don't have to give up style in your home for the sake of comfort and convenience just because you're a senior! Just to your designing with some of our suggestions. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
We told you to ask us anything. Lots of podcasters and You Tubers have done it, so, we figured we'd give it a shot! Think you really know us?? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
This a a BETA TEST for a possible future podcast. It's about hanging out in my house at night and sharing my thoughts with you on a variety of topics. I envision this as a short podcast of 10 to 15 minutes maximum. Please share you thoughts at: thesonicboomers@aol.com Thanks! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
Is Wendy's really going to raise prices using so called "SURGE PRICING" or did the media get it wrong?? Astounding news about Amazon's frequent price changes and Pete's mastery of alliteration all in this episode of The Sonic Boomers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
If you are considering moving into a 55+ community, it could become one of two things: The best thing you ever did or the worst thing you ever did. Listen to this podcast before you do anything else, --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
No doubt about it. Selling and buying a house is one of the most stressful things you will do in life. So much money! So many possible land mines! We recently did exactly that. In this episode we'll tell you what we think we did right and what we know we did wrong. Thanks for pushing "play." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
ABC's "The Golden Bachelor" has ended. But, as with all "reality tv", how much was legit and how much was a little fast and loose? Is Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner really all he was presented to be or is there a little darkness? How did this experiment in upper demographics work out in the TV ratings? Is Golden Bachelor "one and done?" Did you watch it? Would you watch again? We're talkin' about it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
What causes a grown man to start screaming for his life while sleeping, leaving him unable to tell his wife what he saw ? It wasn't a "nighmare." It was something worse........ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
I have taken a cabinet full of cleaning products and narrowed it down to 4 in search of the one bottle solution. Chemists say there is ONE PARTICULAR PRODUCT that will get you 90 percent of the way there. Listen all the way through to find out what it is. I will also show you some of my cleaning tools because you need the right cleaners and the right tools. if you're going to be a cleaning Ninja like me. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
If you're like us, you have a ton of cleaning products stashed under your kitchen sink. Is there a way we can get the number of products down to 3 or 4 instead of 8 to 10? What products overlap? Is there really such a thing as an "all purpose cleaner" and can you REALLY use them for ALL purposes. Are there tasks you should NOT use them for? Based upon my experience as someone who actually LOVES CLEANING, I'll share by views and reviews as we try to get down to the closest thing to a "does it all" product. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
Deanna Colon...She the perky singing/dancing woman in the highly ubiquitous commercial for a diabetes drug called "Jardiance." The trolls of social media have emerged from under their bridges and have piled on to fat shame this woman criticizing dancing, her singing and, of course, her obesity proving again that fat shaming remains in full force as the least legal prejudice, --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
Pete and Maureen are two VERY different personalities (if you haven't figured that out already.) In this show they'll tell you what they've been reading . Maureen, the family intellectual, loved reading Dan Brown but has stumbled onto an author she enjoyed even more! Pete had a brick slammed over his head when he was a kid (thanks Tom Brennan wherever you are) and his thinking has been a little warped ever since. Pete has the memoir of a man who sent over 300 people to their deaths but was always on the right side on the prison bars. Don't miss this edition of The Sonic Boomers! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
We asked and YOIU told us! What are the things you would like to see of do before you "kick the bucket." Based on a 2007 film called "The Bucket Last." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peter-tauriello/message
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