Boomers on the Edge

Boomers on the Edge
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Before smartphones. Before social media. Before anyone thought to record the evidence. Boomers on the Edge is a weekly storytelling podcast where two lifelong friends revisit the wild, reckless, and often unbelievable adventures of their youth. Kenn and Ron trade stories from the 60s, 70s, and 80s — the mischief, the bad decisions, and the close calls that somehow didn’t kill them. From gritty Detroit bars and summer days on the lake to high school locker rooms and blue-collar job sites, every episode blends sharp improv, vivid memories, and outrageous true tales. It’s unfiltered nostalgia — raw, irreverent, and laugh-out-loud funny. If you like your comedy honest, slightly inappropriate, and full of “there’s no way that really happened” moments… welcome to the edge.

  1. 1D AGO

    Sibling Antics 2

    The adventures continue as guest host Randy joins Kenn and Ron for another round of outrageous childhood stories straight from the 1960s. Kenn kicks things off with a family “game” their mom introduced—one that put their love of snacks to the test. Forget competitive eating contests… the Coney Island hot dog challenge has nothing on a living room showdown involving an impressive number of cheese puffs crammed into eager mouths. It was messy, competitive, and absolutely unforgettable. Following up on the fan-favorite Sibling Nighttime Antics episode, Randy shares his side of the story about Ron’s so-called “character-building” techniques. Ron insists his big-brother tactics were simply preparation for the real world. Randy might describe it differently. Ah yes… 1960s brotherly love at its finest. From learning grocery store jingles (accompanied by “motivational” taps) to mastering the art of dodging surprise pillow attacks from above, these stories capture the wild, unsupervised, and hilariously chaotic world of growing up with siblings in the ’60s. You either learned fast—or got flattened. Another nutty, laugh-out-loud episode from Boomers on the Edge! Boomers rating: Under the Edge.Send a text https://www.boomersontheedge.com boomers@boomersontheedge.com

    18 min

  2. MAR 9

    Sibling Nighttime Antics

    It’s another hilarious flashback to the 1960s, when the Buds were just little kids and bedtime was strictly 8:00 PM — whether they were tired or not. Of course, sleep was the last thing on their minds. Causing chaos? That was a different story. Ron kicks things off with a mischievous memory of convincing his much younger brother to go on a “top secret” mission. While their parents entertained guests, Ron saw an opportunity: maybe a snack raid on the kitchen. But his true plan? Outfit his unsuspecting little brother with a sheet for “camouflage” and send him straight into trouble. What happens next is pure sibling strategy — and classic 1960s consequences. Kenn follows with a tale from a darker place — literally. He and his twin brother dreaded bedtime, thanks to their former Marine dad’s firm rule: door shut tight, lights completely off. The twins’ nightly mission became cracking the door open just enough to let in a sliver of light. Let’s just say Dad was not amused… and discipline was swift. Both stories end the way many 1960s childhood escapades did — with one sibling taking the fall while the other hid quietly, relieved it wasn’t them this time. Relive the laughter, the mischief, and the unmistakable parenting style of another era. Boomers on the Edge once again takes you on a nostalgic ride down memory lane. Boomer rating: Under the Edge.Send a text https://www.boomersontheedge.com boomers@boomersontheedge.com

    13 min

  3. MAR 2

    Workplace Tales

    In this episode, Kenn and Ron swap outrageous workplace stories that prove no office day is ever truly “normal.” Ron opens with a corporate curveball from his early management days. When new technology wipes out the company’s all‑female Message Center, he’s tasked with finding new roles for the displaced team. He thinks he’s got it handled—until his buddy Joe suddenly fills Ron’s open position with a stunning, mysterious secretary shipped in from across the country. Ron is left holding the bag, forced to deliver bad news to one of the loyal Message Center women… and wondering what exactly Joe is up to. Then things get strange. Their new co‑worker’s behavior becomes increasingly odd, office drama starts piling up, and suspicions swirl. And just when the Buds think they’ve seen it all, she vanishes without warning. The truth eventually surfaces in spectacular fashion: she’s been moonlighting as an exotic dancer. Not to be outdone, Kenn adds his own unforgettable “Dress for Success” disaster—a day at the office spent unknowingly sporting a panty shield stuck to his elbow… and possibly other places. From management misfires to wardrobe malfunctions, this episode proves once again that the Buds’ careers were anything but boring. Another unbelievable episode from the “Buds” on Boomers on the Edge. Adult humor.Boomer rating: On the Edge.Send a text https://www.boomersontheedge.com boomers@boomersontheedge.com

    15 min

  4. FEB 23

    Wingman

    Guest host Randy is back with another unforgettable tale from the 1970s. As young teenagers, Randy and his buddy Johnny hatch a bold plan: a double-blind date while Johnny’s parents are away for the night. With the house to themselves, the boys “borrow” a little liquid courage from Johnny’s dad’s liquor cabinet and pass the time engaging in some classic ’70s teenage mischief—perched on the roof, laughing, and making questionable decisions. Soon, the girls arrive on their bikes: one a well-known school beauty, the other a star athlete… and significantly taller than either Randy or Johnny. That’s when Johnny drops the bomb—Randy’s date for the night is the athlete, who stands a solid six inches taller than the boys. In true teenage wingman fashion, Johnny promptly disappears into the next bedroom, cranks up the music, and locks the door—leaving Randy to fend for himself. What happens next is an awkward, chaotic, and painfully funny encounter that ends with a split lip and a story that has become a true Boomers on the Edge classic. Adult humor.Boomer rating: On the Edge.Send a text https://www.boomersontheedge.com boomers@boomersontheedge.com

    12 min

  5. FEB 16

    Healthcare Antics

    As Kenn, Craig, and Ron officially cross into “senior citizen” territory, one thing becomes clear: the doctor’s office is starting to feel like a second home. But in true Boomers on the Edge fashion, the “Buds” can’t seem to have a normal medical visit without it turning into comedy gold. Kenn kicks things off with an orthodontics office disaster. Thinking the kid in the chair in front of him was his son, he starts clowning around—making goofy noises, cracking jokes, even pretending to dump Tic Tacs into the poor kid’s mouth—only to be stopped cold by a horrified mom. Turns out… wrong kid. His son was one chair over. Instant legend status at the orthodontist. Ron shares his colonoscopy follow-up, where his doctor casually mentions the chart says he has a “sensitive colon.” Ron, stunned, asks how they could possibly know that just by looking. The answer? He told them… apparently during that so-called “twilight” sedation. So much for privacy. And Kenn wraps it up with another questionable life choice: passing the time in exam rooms by rummaging through the doctor’s cabinets—until a nurse catches him red-handed. Craig and Ron react exactly how you’d expect: equal parts shock, disbelief, and “Why would you do that?!” It’s another round of ridiculous, relatable, and slightly chaotic stories as the Buds navigate the wild world of modern healthcare—Boomer style. Funny, awkward, and a little bit nut's… just another day on Boomers on the Edge.  Adult humor.Boomer rating: Under the Edge.Send a text https://www.boomersontheedge.com boomers@boomersontheedge.com

    20 min

  6. FEB 9

    Topless Beaches

    Kenn, Craig, and Ron take listeners on a wild ride to topless beaches around the world, sharing unforgettable travel stories filled with questionable decisions and classic Boomer antics. Kenn kicks things off with a hilarious tale from Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. While chaperoning a high school class trip, one overly enthusiastic dad feels compelled to “educate” the other fathers by sharing photos from his previous visit—helpfully confirming that the beaches are, in fact, topless. Excitement builds among the dads… until Kenn samples the local food and is struck down by Montezuma’s Revenge. Instead of beachside views, Kenn spends his days confined to a hotel bathroom, relying solely on his imagination—and joking that maybe God was punishing him for his sinful thoughts. Craig adds a dose of reality, observing that beach expectations don’t always align with reality, and that not everyone strolling the sand looks like a swimsuit model. Ron closes with a story that truly delivers: his legendary Australian dream topless beach adventure. On a sales award trip to Cairns, Ron and 75 fellow sales winners descend upon the beaches, where beautiful women and zero self-control create total chaos. As Ron describes, it was like “throwing a piece of meat into a tank full of piranhas.” The nonstop running around in pursuit of topless sights leaves Ron with a brutal sunburn across his back—thanks to the notorious hole in the ozone layer at the time. Like Kenn, Ron concludes that divine punishment may have been at play. Legendary - Unbelievable - Hilarious. Another unforgettable tale from Boomers on the Edge. Adult themes and language.Boomer rating: Over the Edge.Send a text https://www.boomersontheedge.com boomers@boomersontheedge.com

    29 min

  7. FEB 2

    Rodent Busters

    Guest host Randy delivers another Boomers on the Edge classic, sharing a wild story from the early 1980s when he and his friend Herm worked as busboys at a restaurant with a very unusual past—a former funeral home. The setting alone sets the mood, with old “viewing rooms” transformed into elegant dining rooms, each with its own fancy name. When a rodent is spotted scurrying through the main dining room, management quietly dispatches Randy and Herm on a top-secret mission: locate the mouse, eliminate the problem, and—most importantly—do it without alarming the guests. What follows is a chaotic, laugh-out-loud chase that turns into pure Boomers on the Edge mayhem. A classic episode packed with nostalgia, comedy, and just the right amount of disaster. Adult language.Boomer rating: Under the Edge.Send a text https://www.boomersontheedge.com boomers@boomersontheedge.com

    9 min

  8. JAN 26

    Boating on the Edge

    Boomers on the Edge takes a wild ride back to the 1980s as Kenn, Craig, and Ron relive some truly terrifying boating experiences on Lake St. Clair and the Detroit River. Each of the Buds shares a tale of danger that proves one universal truth: trouble on the water almost always starts when you trust someone else to be in charge. Kenn recalls his days on the college rowing team, when a distracted coxswain nearly steered them straight into a barge. To this day, nobody knows what he was staring at. Craig tells the story of a fishing trip gone wrong after a friend invites him onto a tiny 15-foot boat that had absolutely no business being on Lake St. Clair or the Detroit River—especially when a massive freighter nearly sucks them under. Ron shares his now-legendary Sea-Doo disaster: invited out by a neighbor on a stormy day, he finds himself stranded in open water with a dead Sea-Doo, an approaching thunderstorm, and lightning closing in. Should he stay on the Sea-Doo or jump in the water? The rescue only gets stranger when they rush to shore—right into a condo complex—where they take shelter on a stranger’s porch…until the door opens and a robe-clad man who looks like he stepped out of a 1970s porno invites them inside. It’s a dangerous, hilarious, and unforgettable boat ride down memory lane. Another bizarre set of tales from Boomers on the Edge. Adult themes.Boomer rating: On the Edge.Send a text https://www.boomersontheedge.com boomers@boomersontheedge.com

    15 min
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Before smartphones. Before social media. Before anyone thought to record the evidence. Boomers on the Edge is a weekly storytelling podcast where two lifelong friends revisit the wild, reckless, and often unbelievable adventures of their youth. Kenn and Ron trade stories from the 60s, 70s, and 80s — the mischief, the bad decisions, and the close calls that somehow didn’t kill them. From gritty Detroit bars and summer days on the lake to high school locker rooms and blue-collar job sites, every episode blends sharp improv, vivid memories, and outrageous true tales. It’s unfiltered nostalgia — raw, irreverent, and laugh-out-loud funny. If you like your comedy honest, slightly inappropriate, and full of “there’s no way that really happened” moments… welcome to the edge.

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  • Creator
    Boomers on the Edge
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Boomers on the Edge
  • Show Website
    Boomers on the Edge

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