OK Boomer Podcast

Episode 136: Things That Annoy Laura  Happy Memorial Day weekend, OK Boomer friends! We're calling this the unofficial kickoff to our favorite season—summer! It always feels like it flies by, doesn't it? What fun plans do you have lined up?  Here's a little tip to brighten your summer: liven up your space with "Realistic Artificial Flowers"! These beauties—made from silk or plastic—look fabulous in planters or hanging baskets, and the best part? They bloom year-round without a drop of water or a ray of sunshine. Zero maintenance, all the charm!  In this episode, Laura opens up her running list of Things That Annoy Her—and she doesn't hold back! But don't worry, she balances it out with a couple of cheer-up recipes: "Spaghetti Pancakes" and "French Toast Ice Cream." Yes, they're as wild (and tasty) as they sound.Follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OKBoomerPod, visit http://OKBoomerPod.com, and listen on any podcast app. Also, check out http://SpeakUpTalkRadio.com—the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Hello, hello! Jean and Laura love being mothers—and we love Mother's Day! So this episode is for all moms and their kiddos. Laura has plenty to share about this very important holiday. But first, let's consider the latest ponderings of the OK Boomers:1. Toilet paper has changed!2. Black-and-white houses—what say you?3. Ramps—a special treat!OK moms, time to celebrate YOU! Laura shares her updated "Mom Trivia," including what moms really want for Mother's Day (which may involve cotton balls and your nose!). Be sure to call your mom and give her something special—smiles and hugs are always great presents!Follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OKBoomerPod, visit http://OKBoomerPod.com, and listen on any podcast app. Also, check out http://SpeakUpTalkRadio.com—the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Hello Boomer friends! Last podcast we talked about Girl Scout cookies! After eating many boxes of these cookies, we decided that S'mores are the best. Did you know there's S'more to learn about S'mores? Have you heard of "Living Room S'mores" or "Savory S'mores"? Let's have a S'mores podcast party!Perhaps you'd like to munch S'mores on a multi-generational cruise! Or a "Finding Your Roots" vacation. But please be careful at the Las Vegas area Red Rock Canyon Park- the cholla will jump on you!And there's S'more News! Laura has new glasses! And will she ever fly again?Follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OKBoomerPod, visit OKBoomerPod.com, and listen on any podcast app. Also, check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com—the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Jean is back from Florida, and she and Laura spent the morning catching up—laughing, gossiping, and diving into the most important topics of the day.• Luna Eclipse changed Laura forever! What happened to sweet Laura? She's gone rogue!• Fresca is trending—with every generation! • Cottage cheese is back, and it's hot! (Seriously, Instagram says so.)• Poached cream eggs? Just put a lid on it!• Whatever happened to quicksand? • Jean says that the best show for binge-watching is..."Midsomer Murders". Do you know how many seasons there are?• Plus, big news—Laura has a new grandbaby!Follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook, @OKBoomerPod & OKBoomerpod.com, & any podcast app. Check out SpeakupTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors & podcaster

Laura and Jean, your favorite OK Boomer sibbleberries, are celebrating a major milestone—not just one, not two, but FIVE years of podcasting! Yes, for half a decade, we've shared the joys of being Boomers while embracing and supporting everyone—Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z, and of course, our fellow Boomers. And now, we welcome Gen Alpha and even Gen Beta into the mix!To mark the occasion, we have a very special guest—our fabulous friend and official Sibbleberry, Pat the Producer! Back in late 2019, Laura had the idea for a podcast, and thanks to Pat's tech wizardry, love, and encouragement, The OK Boomer Podcast became a reality. We are truly blessed to have her!So what do the three of us gab about? Laura recalls some of our funniest and most memorable podcast moments—from classic Boomer blunders to unexpected calamities, trendy topics, and, of course, plenty of Dad jokes. We also agree on one thing: AI is amazing... even if we don't totally understand it!A huge thank you to our incredible listeners for your love, support, and encouragement. We cherish you and hope to keep podcasting for many more years to come!Follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook, @OKBoomerPod & OKBoomerpod.com, & any podcast app. Check out SpeakupTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors & podcasters.

The impossible is what we do best—it's what inspires us! Here's what we've been up to!Laura and Jean met at their doctor's office and did their best to turn the waiting room into a party. We love meeting new people and striking up conversations—especially in grocery store lines! How often do you chat with strangers?And there's more…Heaven Can Wait – Jean tries to be a Church Lady. Laura's Colonoscopy Adventure – A martini glass makes the prep almost fun.Calamity Corner – Surprise! Another kitchen disaster!Delivery Drama – Laura's misdelivered package saga continues. Is a call from the Postmaster General in order?Oscar Night– Will Laura throw an Oscar party?We discuss top movies and predictions!Follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook, @OKBoomerPod & OKBoomerpod.com, & any podcast app. Check out SpeakupTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors & podcasters.

Eppy 129: Hurkle Durkle!Welcome to our "Happy Hearts" episode!The first way to keep your heart happy is to have a Hurkle Durkle Day. You might even want to make it a monthly tradition! (Yes, you'll have to listen to the podcast to find out exactly what a Hurkle Durkle Day is...)Another way to boost your heart happiness is by taking a moment to appreciate and thank the people who help us.Jean shares a few of her "helpers," from lovable dogs to... wheezing? (Don't worry, even our more serious topics get a zany twist.)And Laura gets us in the Valentine's Day spirit with her unique quiz, including the burning question: "Do you like to wear red on Valentine's Day, or are you more of a 'meh' about it?"Plus, get ready for a whole lot of dad jokes. Cue the groans. "Hearty har har!" 

Eppy 128: Meatballs and AI  Happy January. Here in "Beautiful Ohio" it's chilly and snowy (and very pretty.)   OK Boomers- we are so ready to thrive in 2025!!  We are still on a quest to develop the most perfect, soft, tender, flavorful meatball. Send us your recipes to okboomerpod.com or when you see us on Facebook and Instagram.  Even more exciting- the Boomer Sisters have been exploring AI and ChatGPT! Really! We can do it! Listen in to our simulation- it's a wow!  We would love to hear from you on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

  Happy New Year 2025, friends. Are you still keeping up with your Resolutions? (We hope you are not a quitter, there's actually a Day for that.)  Laura's resolutions this year focus on health and caring for others. She's also on a quest to create the perfect meatball. And she's ready to order Girl Scout cookies. You know Laura, she always has fun ideas.  Jean's resolutions can be summed up as "giving up things to gain more." And... "no more rules!" You may be surprised at what she is giving up.  Ready for the latest trends for 2025? Thanks for listening!   We would love to hear from you on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OK_BoomerPod.Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Eppy 126: The Twelve Days of ChristmasFor unto us a child is born, Unto us a son is given;And the government shall be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.       Isaiah 9:6-7 Friends, you have to know by now that Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year for the OK Boomers! This is an extra long eppy filled with many specially curated gifts of the season for you. Laura leads the Christmas Parade of Amazing Delights with her "new for 2024 gift ideas".You'll also appreciate her easy and stress-free ways to enjoy the month of December. And you can almost taste Laura's Holiday Dessert recommendations.Jean shares 12 gifts from her heart to Laura. Love you Sibbleberry! Merry Christmas! And there's a Grande Finale! The Best Christmas Carol Quiz Ever!!Join us in celebrating the season of joy and the birth of our Savior!!  We would love to hear from you on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

From the Macy's Parade to the last piece of pumpkin pie- we love Thanksgiving and we wish you a happy celebration!It's been awhile since Laura has had a crazy dream, but she just dreamed that hundreds of flamingos were in her driveway (but no turkeys). Laura presents her Thanksgiving math and details the percentage of people who go out to eat or get delivery on Thanksgiving Day. Laura still loves to cook the big feast.She lovingly prepares the traditional meal, but she also may try some new "strange and startling" dishes!Laura's suggestions for fun Thanksgiving entertainment include holiday games, movies, and the best Dad jokes ever!!We are thankful for all our loved ones and for all our podcast friends. Happy Thanksgiving!We would love to hear from you on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Hello Friends! Autumn is fading, and it's not quite time for the Thanksgiving and Christmas rush. We invite you to relax with us during this “in between” time.What can you do this time of year? You may want to go down some big slides with Laura. Or you may want to recover from the election commotion by considering the politics of King David in the Old Testament times. (Bathsheba!!!)Why not get some early Christmas spirit by participating in the Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child Shoebox program?!For sure, we are looking forward to Thanksgiving AND Laura's Medicare Birthday!!Thanks for listening and laughing with us!We would love to hear from you on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Eppy 122: Friends & Memories      It's now officially sweater weather (and we are summer gals...)      Speaking of gals, an 81-year-old South Korean fashion model fell short in her bid to become the oldest Miss Universe contestant- but she did win the "Best Dresser" award! Well done!      Laura shares her wonderful weekend with her gal pal running team. How did they fair in the Akron Marathon? Well, they opted to skip the running and instead indulge in a spa day, and gourmet dinners. Well done to them!    Laura, our science gal, waxed on about the new "mini-moon", then pumpkin carving and the new "Jelly Donut Blush."      We love Lucy and all the shows of the 1960's. We remember the shows for their humor, endearing characters, the move to social awareness- "The Carol Burnett Show", "MASH", "All in the Family", and so many more!      We'd love to hear from you! Hit us up on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook @OK_BoomerPod. You can also catch all the deets at OKBoomerPod.com or stream us on any podcast app and YouTube. Plus, check out **SpeakUpTalkRadio.com**—your go-to for authors and podcasters alike.  

Episode 122: GRWM – Let's Go!Let's Go! (Yeah, we're all about those trending phrases!)In this episode, the OK Boomers *officially* welcome Gen Z into the OK Boomer fam.Join Laura as she dives into the hottest trends in food, fall fashion, and all things fun.Jean makes the big move—cutting the cable cord and adding ChatGPT to her writing toolkit!And, is Laura really losing her "filters" as she gets older? Spoiler alert: not a chance!BTW, do you know what GRWM stands for? Tune in and find out!We'd love to hear from you!Hit us up on Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook @OK_BoomerPod. You can also catch all the deets at OKBoomerPod.com or stream us on any podcast app and YouTube. Plus, check out **SpeakUpTalkRadio.com**—your go-to for authors and podcasters alike.

Eppy 120: Pumpkin Napuccino Goodbye sunny Summer and Hello to spicy Pumpkin Napuccino season! Jean shares "A Day in the Life of a Boomer Couple". You know you are getting older when you can no longer keep track of the pizza toppings. Have you gotten your flu shot? If that doesn't sound like fun to you- get ready to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of SpongeBob as Wendy's introduces its iconic Krabby Patty as part of an exclusive Krabby Patty Kollab. ❤️Laura reminds us of the trash day holiday rules and contemplates cemetery plots. What are the odds that Laura has another kitchen fire calamity?Work places are changing! "Demure" is the way to achieve!You're welcome!! Happy to keep up with all trends!

Eppy 119: Great QuipsLaura is eager to chat about "coils and fillers" (or did she mean "filters"??) We don't really know what she was contemplating...when you are a Boomer, that can happen. So we move on. ..Jean jumps in to describe her haircut experience at Great Clips. Followed by Laura's incisive discussion of Venmo. Fun news: Laura and her OH bought a new giant pickup truck! Laura is excited about this, but even more intrigued by a special scooter!Boomer life...when you buy a new TV and you have no idea how to get it to work. And it's Football Season! Gotta cheer on the Browns! And Ohio State!According to Laura, "Demur" is a trending word. And with that, the sisters collapse with laughter and sign off!We would love to hear from you on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Jean starts the podcast by asking Laura, "Anything strange or startling to report?" Laura quickly replies with the latest family calamities. "Hallelujah Anyways", we say!And off we go...Jean shares a regretful moment at the "Nothing Bundt Cake" shop. Which leads Laura to reminisce about Cinnamon Pop Tarts. Important question for Laura's grandson, "Does he know the NEW Alphabet Song?" Yes, after hundreds of years of the original alphabet song, there is a new version!The 2024 Olympics are over. Jean and Laura share the highlights and start planning for the 2028 Games in Los Angeles. The "Boomies" are determined to go! Just think of it- live podcast updates! Jean and Laura can interview the athletes!We would love to hear from you on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

The OK Boomers were blessed with a wonderful weekend- Laura and Jean are delighted to share it with you. The last weekend in July was part birthday celebration and part family reunion. The guys in the family golfed. The gals and kids splashed in the pool. We all feasted at a fabulous cookout at Laura's home- "The Farm". And the sunny weather was a special gift. Speaking of celebrations, Jean checked in with our Millennials to learn whether or not office birthdays are still celebrated. Do co-workers still bring a big box of yummy donuts to the break room? Laura reports on the techniques of eating corn on the cob. She mentions a small family calamity. And sadly, Laura missed a special festival in Chicago. We would love to hear from you on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Warning! If you are a Millennial or younger, you may be shocked at just how weird Boomers can be. Laura and Jean recommend that you DO NOT listen to this episode while driving or operating heavy equipment.  On with our “exciting” lives. Jean was summoned for jury duty, but did not have to serve. So with that new-found free time, she reorganized her Death Notebook.Jean also voluntarily shared that she has a special talent involving Dvorak's New World Symphony and her electric toothbrush.Not to be outdone, Laura shared the perils of driving too slowly, a revealing calamity that her OH experienced, and the Gaga Game. And of course, there's even more, so we encourage you to please listen to this “exciting” podcast episode.We would love to hear from you on Instagram, X, and Facebook: @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Hi friends, we are half-way through 2024! We decided that our favorite podcast conversations so far were when we chatted about our fabulous reversible dresses and our big remodeling projects.  Remember our "Other Halves", a.k.a. "OH's"? Well, they each experienced some zany calamities and "oopsies". A mysterious gas tank, a runaway iPhone, a missing wallet...easy to laugh about now! But bothersome when it happens, right? And it's not just befuddled Boomers, even the millennials had some mishaps recently.We are finally (finally!)realizing that life is full of calamities and problems- but we just say "Hallelujah Anyway!" and keep going! Jean's OH was the one who told us about the "Hallelujah Anyway!" approach- and it works! And cheers to our 86 year old friend Wanda for being a trendsetter!We would love to hear from you on Instagram, X and Facebook: @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Oh say can you see...just how much fun we are having this summer! July 4 is our beautiful national day of celebration! Laura shares her best holiday quiz ever!Do you know how President Zachary Taylor died? And how about the big shakeup prior to the upcoming  2024 Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest???But wait, there's more! Starting July 26, we will be mesmerized by The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad also known as The 2024 Summer Olympics or Paris 2024. OK Boomers- do you have trouble operating your smart tv, or is it just Boomer Jean? And finally, it started with a bunk bed with a slide. Now, what do you think our Laura is planning to do next this summer???We would love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram: @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Drumroll for Dad's Day!! Fire up the grill and get ready to celebrate Dad. Laura shares a favorite memory of our Dad. We reminisce about our classic TV dads.Beep … Beep … BeepOh my! We just received an emergency broadcast. It appears there's been another calamity- a Millennial calamity!Is life too busy for you these days? Jean suggests that summer is the best time to slow down and do something special. Road trip, anyone? Or try a new challenge, like Laura's daughter, who completed her Open Water Diver Certification.Here's to Father's Day and the start of summer!We would love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram: @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

We almost called this Eppy “The Key to Calamities.” But with a sunny summer on its way, we focused on fun.(However, we do have several non-Laura calamities to report.)On Mother's Day, we had fun with our Gemini dresses, which led us to orchestrate a pretty complicated surprise at the Mother's Day buffet.How about having fun at a Costco birthday party? It's such a sweet story.Boomer rumors? Dancing like it's the 1980's? Let's all have fun!We would love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram: @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Hello friends! We decided to celebrate one of the first lovely spring days in #BeautifulOhio by sitting outside together, listening to the birds chirping merrily, and savoring the sunshine. (As we chat, you may also hear the sound of a gentle breeze or wind chime.)We are at the Gateway to Summer! Laura salutes Memorial Day, which you may also know as “Decoration Day”.Jean has been getting caught up with her doctors appointments. She chats about the cochlea, and Band-Aids. Laura shares another hearing aid story involving a weed sprayer, and her Other Half has an ingenious use for a snow shovel.Laura is excited about our “secret sisters' plan” for Mother's Day.And the best part of our show is a fabulous in-depth look at junk drawers.We would love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Pop! Mother's Day is coming and we are ready to celebrate Moms! We start off with memories of raising our own kids- we would do it all over again if we could. Pop! Do you have a favorite cookware brand? How about your favorite dinner or dessert recipe for your 9x13 inch pan?Pop! Laura has an unfortunate incident at Home Depot. Pop! Gifts for Moms- how about the new hot rollers (which are like the hot rollers from our day...) Your Mom might also enjoy a home delivery meal plan. Not sure if she would would appreciate a gift of castor oil. Pop! We end with Cowgirl Curls, Beyoncé's new song and our happiest wishes for all the Mom's, young and old. ❤️❤️And find out- why are we saying "Pop!" all the time?!We would love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Hello! What do you call people who enjoy dining with you?"Taste Buds!" (Get it?!)Speaking of friends- Are you too busy to keep up with your friends? Try a "Friendship Snack". Set aside 5 minutes with your pal and chat on the phone or text. (Actually we feel that's rather sad- there's nothing like a good, long talk with a bestie.)And speaking of friends, part 2-Laura makes friends with a security camera!!! (And she has a great time with family in Illinois!)Jean and her OH and older son vacationed at Myrtle Beach! We had a great time- thanks to those giant crabs on the top of restaurants. Word to the wise- Jean shares about her first Skin Cancer Screening. Hats and UV coverups from now on!! We love Laura's beauty tips.  This time she researches face exercises!We would love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Eppy 108: Total Eclipse of the Sun  Laura and Jean are in the path of the Total Eclipse of the Sun on April 8. Millions are expected to come to Beautiful Ohio to see this event. The next total solar eclipse in Ohio will be September 14, 2099. (All you Boomers may want to make sure you watch the April 8 eclipse...) We feature an OK Bloomer moment! Do you like hymns, current contemporary songs, or both? Jean highlights the changes in church music from the 1700's to now.  You may be surprised to learn that there are 300 year-old hymns that are still popular, such as "Amazing Grace."  Spaghetti O's! Crookies! Laura is the foodie! Who are the favorite babysitters nowadays? How is your NCAA Bracket holding up?Be sure to listen! We would love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Days of sun and rain...memories of joy in the Lazy River... a hot tub story...Happy Spring!Jean's OH has been sucked into the world of Reels. What did we do all day before Social Media? (Perhaps we spent more time fighting our fitted sheets?)Do you monitor your screen time?Let's go on a Hot Girl Walk with Laura and her daughter! But don't do the Boomer Zoom!Laura has no calamities to report this time, but she does share a recipe for "Chickles".  We would love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Hello, hello from Sunny Florida! (Except it's raining and raining!) But that doesn't stop us "Keenagers" from having fun!We visited the amazing Parkesdale Market Strawberry Festival- featuring the most scrumptious mountain of strawberries on shortcake, with ice cream and whipped cream!Laura shares a tech discovery and she finally gets acquainted with Siri. "You just call out her name!" Would you survey your friends? Would you ask them, "How could I be better?" But the best story of all goes to Laura and her roast beef experience!We would love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Jean is in Florida, Laura is in Beautiful Ohio! Jean is floating around the Lazy River and Laura is a Busy Bee. How can we possibly record a podcast? Well, we came up with a pretty clever idea...We each made our own recording! Laura recorded the first 10 minutes of the podcast. Jean recorded the second 10 minutes! We gave each other questions to answer- other than that, we could record whatever we wanted. We sent our individual recordings to Pat the Producer so she could put it all together into one fabulous podcast!Fun! We are going to be listening to Eppy 105 just like everyone else! We can't wait to hear what we each came up with!Let us know what you think about our creative format!We would love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Eppy 104: Forever StampsLaura' s happy, positive observations shine through the entire Eppy.“Snow” was our featured story:Husbands shoveling (and shoveling and shoveling), snow coffee drinks, and a quirky walk in the snow.Laura made Jean listen to some Valentine's Day “Dad Jokes.” Groan! Actually, they were funny! Then, it was time to exercise with Laura's routines for seniors. Who knew – there are benefits to walking backwards???Jean shared about an unexpected gift. Coincidence or God?Have you “used” Amazon Used? And we really did discuss Forever stamps!We would love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

The Holidays are over, so let's bring on our Happiest New Year! Let's do more in 2024!What would be really fun to do this year? How about a family vacation on the "Icon of the Seas"!Our vivacious Laura shares the latest trends, including the new word of the year that was selected for 2023, a must-see movie, and a new Sunday-night dinner favorite!Who loves pick up trucks?OK Boomer Bloomers, we're feeling optimistic about the new year. But, are you telling yourself the same old story? Jean shares what really is "the story of your life". And Laura gives us wisdom from her grandson.Are you ready for "More Core in 2024"? Laura is!We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Happy 2024! We had lovely family times over the holidays and now, we are ready to celebrate the new year with you! Lots of fun tidbits here. Laura was blessed with an adorable new granddaughter, born a week before Christmas! She was almost 10 pounds! When this was announced in the delivery room, everyone- staff and family- gave a resounding, "Whoa!" All is well. Laura and her OH stayed up past midnight on New Year's Eve. Did you make it? Laura tells us that some people celebrate "Norwegian New Year's Eve!"Jean and her OH did a good deed! Jean was happy about this! As far as Resolutions, Laura plans to continue her "Wean to Lean" program in 2024. She also intends to start a core fitness routine and she's searching for a snappy name for this project. ("More core"???) Jean is going to focus on being an "OK Bloomer." We hope you cheer us on this year.Laura's millennial children informed her that we have been falsely accusing millennials of certain actions- which are actually being orchestrated by Gen Z! Well, well...We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

November brings a traditional and wonderful celebration each year- Laura's birthday! And there's also Thanksgiving! Laura decides to get ready for both Big Events by practicing Wall Pilates and The Stomach Vacuum. All that exercise means even more fabulous desserts. Laura is famous for her pumpkin pie. This year, she also promises "Pie Caken Cupcakes". And we "Ask a Pilgrim"- what do you think about gravy in a jar and Stove Top Stuffing? Meanwhile, Jean tries to master "Paper Towel Math". She also gives her opinion on "Barn Doors". Question for you all: Do you think we could podcast for 24 hours straight?We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

The Real Jean and Laura celebrate 100 episodes of our award-winning Ok Boomer Podcast! We started our podcast with this purpose, "We are here to gently remind Millennials and Boomers we are all OK! Let's laugh and lean in together." Friends, thank you for listening to us for FOUR YEARS!! "Give Yourself a Hug" (Eppy 87). From "Girding our Loins" (Eppy 29) to "Laura Burns Something Again" (Eppy 34) to "Wean 2 Lean" (Eppy 80), we have had so much fun sharing the ups and downs of Boomer life with you in a positive and understanding way. And above all, always remember- "You Get What You Get...And You Don't Get Upset" (Eppy 89) Thanks for your love and support. And many thanks to to our families, and to our sister of the heart- Pat Rullo at speakuptalkradio.com We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Eppy 99: Who is that Man in my Driveway?The Sibbleberries sadly wave goodbye to Summer, then give a big welcoming hug to Autumn. On with our Boomer lives. Laura has a G-rated getaway to Las Vegas. How did our fearful flyer handle the trip? Yes, we all know that flying is nerve-racking for Laura, but she had an even scarier situation in her own driveway. (This may be her funniest story ever!)Speaking of scary and spooky, Hallowe'en is coming! Are the neighborhood decorations getting to be a bit too much? And we also hear that Hallowe'en Advent calendars are trending. Big Yikes!So, we decide to go back in time to the 1980's. Remember Muffy and "The PreppyHandbook"?We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Winter is coming to Beautiful Ohio and many other parts of the world! Will it be a cold and snowy winter? Ask the Woolly Bear! Laura experienced a bit of "road rage". Until she realized who the errant driver was... Jean was featured on a podcast "Castaway Books" with author Deborah Klee. Jean shared 5 memorable books. Sometimes it hard to admit to things or apologize. Is it easy for you to say, "I'm sorry."? Or "I forgive you."? Believe it or not, there are things Boomers can do, that Millennials can't. Really! We love to hear from you

We prepped for this Eppy by enjoying a delicious breakfast together! Always a treat to eat breakfast out, isn't it?After we ate, we were delighted to see big pumpkins, which made us think of PSL! Laura also recommends an IBSOSE. (Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso)After all that, we were ready to podcast! Eppy 97 is filled with Boomer joy! Do you remember Color Me Beautiful? How about a Boomer challenge: when your long, meandering, but oh so important story just fades away because you lost your train of thought? Laura whines about wine and tricky lock boxes.Life is good!We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Laura and Jean have plenty of quirky insights to share with you; hopefully, we don't raise any beige flags!Laura gushes about Grandchildren, Girl Math and Glimmers. (Does "Girl Math" add up?)Jean shares an encounter with charming Gen Z young women. Jean finds a bargain - U.S. postage stamps on sale! However- does anyone even use stamps any more? Do Millennials?Have you thought about reducing your screen time?Emergency! Laura needs a nail file!What is "Skip Lagging"?Laura & Jean reminisce about Hawaii and pray for Maui.We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

OK Boomers, we are no longer alone! Now there's a new snarky phrase: "OK Millennial!!" To all our shocked Millennials- just try to stay "happily ok together! After 94 episodes, Laura and Jean finally figure out how to correctly use their microphone. (Go ahead, we deserve an "OK Boomer!") Good thing we adjusted our mike, because we have plenty to chat about! Did you know Laura and Barbie are the same age? OK Boomer Barbie! Laura has a new grandchild!

Eppy 94: Girl Dinner Hello Friends! Eppy 94 celebrates the exuberance of girls and the joys of daily life!! We start off with a Laura Lament: "I can't find my pen!" From there, we pivot to a multitude of topics! Get ready to enjoy a warm and witty podcast filled with grandma updates, tomato plant observations, tv triumphs and plenty of fascinating questions, such as: How often does the average person complain each day? When planning your travels, do you revisit previous destinations or always go to new places? Boomer and Millennials- who likes "real" books and who prefers ebooks? What are "Mommunes?" What are "Girl Dinners?" "The Batchelor"- we hear something new and fresh is coming?! Well, you get the idea! You can't say we aren't inquisitive! Thanks for listening! We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Eppy 93: Happy Hay Day! "You just need to put on your lipstick and smile!"Laura shares this quote from The_Gerontolist It's summer in #BeautifulOhio...and the corn was indeed knee-high by the Fourth of July. Did we have a grand holiday week with our families- you betcha! Although Laura lost in shuffleboard! Continuing the corniness, Jean bubbles abut the second Hay Day Hay Baler Parade in Medina! The first parade, with over 30 tractors and balers, was in...1954. The reigning Hay Day Queen was Miss Kunkle. Must-see movies on our list are, "Sound of Freedom", "Barbie-the Movie" and "Oppenheimer". And Laura's current favorite song is "Gonna Be Alright", by Ryan Ellis. Do you still get the "Sunday Blues Feelings"? We help with a list of 53 things to do on a Sunday night. Laura, the hack master, shares some corny summer hacks. We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Well, as you probably know by now, we Boomer Sibs are always happy and excited. But we do need to keep in mind that “A dream without a plan is just a dream.” So says Sister Jean of Loyola. Have you read her memoir, “Wake Up with Purpose!”. We highly recommend her delightful book. Here's another gem to remember during summer weather, “When thunder roars, go indoors.”We met with Pat “The Producer” Rullo!! Authors, podcaster, creatives- we highly recommend Pat and her professional services, “with a charitable twist.”Let's catch you up on our house projects, and our monthly health updates- we changed things up a bit! Nothing like adding Cream of Wheat and Burpees to our health routine.Laura lives through a pretty impressive calamity, even by her standards.We share a perfume memory from our blogger friend BethAnn. And we are looking forward to two major events in 2024!Our Big News is that Mr and Mrs Hugh Haul were on the road again! And they are also flying the somewhat unfriendly skies. We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Summer is our season! And we are feeling Zesty!Do you want to join our "XYZ Club"...Xtra Years of Zest?!Will probiotics keep us Zesty? We sample some beverages with live cultures (aka beneficial strains of bacteria). Laura is the one who keeps us up-to-date on the music scene. BTW are you going to a T Swift Concert this summer?This time, Jean discovers a vocal artist and minister- KB, a rap/hip hop performer, with a new album, "His Glory Alone."We check out the top hobbies. An author friend of ours, Amanda Uhl is a beach glass artist. Now that's a vibrant hobby!The "Mandela Effect"- Laura shares this strange phenomenon, in which a large segment of the population mis-remembers an event or topic. You may kinda freak out when you hear the examples. And we end the Eppy with fireworks!! Not really, but we do give a "Hip Hip Hooray" for Independence Day!Pass me a hot dog!We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

This is our 90th episode! Almost to 100! Let the celebrations begin!

It's June! June! June! June!"And we are "busting out all over" with...Boomer Humor!It's the first Eppy of the month, so like usual, we reflect and check-in on our Annual Goals. We decide to look more closely at macronutrients. Women especially should focus on getting enough calcium. But don't obsess about what you eat- it's fun and beneficial to get together for food and fellowship!Happy news we like to share- "Lizzo not only brought the house down singing at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse Friday night, but she also sang praises for the Cleveland food scene on TikTok over the weekend."More praises and happy shout-outs in this Eppy include: Pet Ambassadors, the "Sword Lady", Martha Stewart, and Rita Moreno. Also, beloved Lakeside, Ohio is celebrating 150 years this summer!And you can always count on Laura for updating us on the latest hacks. This time she has some vacation hacks...using something surprising!And did we mention "Boomer Humor"?Remember- "You get what you get and you don't get upset!"We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

"Mama Mia!" May is one of our favorite months!Happy 90th Birthday to one of our heroes, Carol Burnett. What an entertainer!Speaking of entertainment, Netflix is ending mailing DVD's. You never know what we are going to chat about next. How about this -"Laura has an earring that doubles as a toothpick!" Or that: "Shower Curtains or Glass Shower Doors?" Or perhaps: "How many times have you misplaced your car keys?" Or even: "Is today Trash Day?" We finally settle down and force ourselves to be a bit more professional. Laura shares "Trends in Emerging Housing Markets" and "10 Things to Do Before You List Your House!"And these are just the highlights! We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Eppy 87 turned out to be one of our sunniest podcasts. If you are a faithful listener, you know that Mother's Day is a big deal for the Boomer Sibbleberries. (If you need a reminder: it's May 14 this year, in the USA). Laura does her special research and shares the history of Mother's Day. Anna Jarvis founded Mother's Day, but ended up hating the holiday. Well, thanks anyways, Anna, because we love it- and we have fun sharing our favorite parts of "Our Day". Do you like to find recognizable shapes in clouds? Do you remember how Laura has a thing for finding hearts in nature and objects? Well- there's a name for that! How about those 81 year old friends who decided to travel the world in 80 days? They experienced many adventures and we want to do that, too! Laura reports that she has had a life-changing event. She also has discovered Chap GPT and she still doesn't understand BitCoin. And she may want an emotional support bunny. Should Boomers be allowed to binge-watch tv during the day?And there's more! We love this episode, we love each other, and we love our listeners.Happy Mother's Day! We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

In Eppy 86, Jean and Laura throw off the last of the coldness and darkness of winter and jump jubilantly into Spring! We sprint through so many topics and questions- the sky really is the limit!Our big news is that the OKBoomer Podcast is sponsoring the #FirebirdBookAwards "Summer Beach Read Contest". Go for it authors, and enter your tantalizing novel. The First Prize brings you recognition and an inflatable swimming pool! We look forward to showcasing the award-winning zingiest beach read. Go to SpeakUpTalkRadio.com for more info.I asked for Laura's opinions on several fascinating topics: painting your lawn green, is it better to wing it or plan your vacation, why are women spending a long time washing their hair, is dry cleaning back and what makes Gwyneth look tough and cool? Laura comes through with great answers. The sky's the limit!Laura experiences some upheavals- spring storms lead to long power outages. But even worse-"The Bachelor" is going to start airing later in the evening! Laura shares her in-depth research covering 80 years of snacks.We close with Laura's beautiful piano version of...well, we are sure you will recognize this beautiful music. We hope you are feeling like us-positive and hopeful-as we soar into spring!We love to hear from you on Twitter and Instagram-@OK_BoomerPod Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com, or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!