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Sh-Boom

Sh-Boom

By: Rick Jones
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Sh-Boom (named for the 1954 popular song by The Chords) and is a podcast hosted by Rick Jones all about and for the Baby Boomer generation. There are 77 million baby boomers still alive, and they control 81% of the disposable income in the United States and own over 34 Billion dollars in real estate. Baby Boomers have lived through 8 decades of change in America. Economics Leadership Management & Leadership World
Episodes
  • Episode 30: Preserving Heritage and Celebrating Nostalgia: A Conversation with Charlie Turano
    Apr 16 2026

    Listen to the Songs that inspired the episode: Ep. 30 Playlist

    In this episode, Rick K. Jones explores nostalgia through food, memories, and cultural history with Charlie Toronto, owner of Heritage Works. The pair discuss the importance of heritage, nostalgia, and storytelling in sports, brands, and personal histories. Tune in to learn more about how preserving the past builds stronger connections and enriches the future.

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    49 mins
  • Episode 29 : How to Leave a Legacy of Excellence with Tommy Kyle Exec. Dir. of Nations of Coaches
    Apr 9 2026

    Listen to the Songs that Inspired the Episode: Ep. 29 Playlist

    Today's Word of the Day is "Perspective". Rick K. Jones dives in to the importance of perspective in life, sharing inspiring quotes, stories, and a great playlist to help listeners see the world more clearly and live more intentionally. Plus, he interviews the inspiring Executive Director of "Nations of Coaches", Tommy Kyle who shares the vision and impactful work of Nations of Coaches, emphasizing the spiritual and character development of coaches and athletes. Discover how coaching can be a platform for life-changing influence, supporting coaches' marriages, character, and legacy.

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    45 mins
  • Episode 28: "The Midnight Show" with Lee Kelly and Jennifer Thorne
    Apr 2 2026

    Listen to the Songs that inspired the episode: ep 28 Playlist

    On today's episode the word of the day is "Laughter". Rick talks about how laughter and comedy have been a through-line for baby boomers and their generation. From Mel Brooks to the creation of Saturday Night Live the baby boomers have revolutionized comedy and today's guests are authors who have just released a novel all about the comedy world in the 80's. Jennifer Thorne happens to be Rick's incredible daughter and her co-author Lee Kelly joins them to discuss the process of writing such a fantastic and innovative mystery.

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    38 mins
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