A Boomer and GenXer Walk into a Bar

Jane Burt

Wit and wisdom, some smart assery, and a Mother and Daughter questioning “Are we even related?”

  1. 6d ago

    Cryptids 101 With A Boomer And Gen Xer - Bigfoot to Chupacabra S:02E:36

    Something is stomping around the edges of human belief, and we can’t help chasing it into the woods. We’re talking cryptids: the creatures people swear they’ve seen even when science rolls its eyes. From Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster to the Jersey Devil, the Kraken, mermaids, and the infamous chupacabra, we bounce through the legends that keep showing up in campfire stories, old maps, and late night rabbit holes. And Bobbi is really into it!! Are cryptids just “creepy things,” or are they folklore doing a real job, like warning people away from danger, keeping kids in bed, or putting a face on fear when life gets harsh? We connect the dots between mythmaking, oral tradition, and the way tales get softened or sharpened over generations, then we take a turn into the cases that make skeptics pause. We debate a twisty question: if a cryptid were proven real tomorrow, which one would you want found and which one should stay hidden so humans don’t ruin it? We also put out a challenge: help us track down someone who knows the Van Meter Visitor legend from Iowa. Subscribe, share the show with your favorite monster nerd, and leave a review with the cryptid you want us to cover next. email: boomerandgenxer@gmail.com

    26 min

  2. Jun 2

    A Graduation And A Trip of a Lifetime In Review for Dr. Domain and Jane S:01E:35

    Graduation day is supposed to be loud in a happy way, but when your body remembers gunfire, even celebration can hit like a warning. We’re back together in Iowa, face to face, processing Corey’s high school graduation after surviving the Perry High School shooting two years ago where he was shot 9 times. We talk about pride, exhaustion, and the strange moment when confetti cannons go off and half the room instinctively braces. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s also a reminder that progress and triggers can exist at the same time.  Then we take a hard left into travel stories, because life keeps moving and sometimes you need a new view to reset your brain. Jane and Dr. Domain recap Rome with practical advice for anyone planning a trip: navigating the city on foot, why a private Vatican tours can be worth it, and what it feels like to stand in places like the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. We also keep it honest about the stuff that doesn’t make the brochure, from awkward hotel quirks to culture shock when you’re used to Midwest friendliness.  From Rome we roll into a Mediterranean cruise breakdown with cruise tips that can save you time, money, and frustration.  Plus, Bobbi brings a wild rabbit hole: Pluto’s Gate in Turkey, the legendary “gateway to the underworld” that turns out to be terrifying for a very scientific reason.  If you like funny family banter mixed with real-life recovery, travel hacks, and the occasional myth-busting detour, hit play. Subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find us. email: boomerandgenxer@gmail.com

    33 min

  3. May 26

    Is Anyone Out There? Breaking The 24/ 7 News Spell S:2E:34

    First off, you'll hear what goes on in the studio before we start recording!! The news used to have an off switch. Now it lives in our pockets, follows us across every app, and somehow convinces us we’re “behind” if we stop watching. We get into how the 24/7 news cycle started. From there, we connect the dots to modern cable news, social media, and the algorithm-driven feeds that keep serving more of whatever spikes our attention. We talk about sensationalism, “breaking news” culture, and how a couple of carefully chosen words can tilt a story and shape public opinion.  Then we go practical. We unpack doomscrolling, chronic stress, anxiety, insomnia, and cognitive overload, plus the not-so-fun truth that if you’re not paying for the platform, you’re the product. We wrap with simple guardrails: time limits, curating trustworthy sources, slowing down before you share, and even a privacy reminder for public Wi-Fi when you travel. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s stuck in the scroll, and leave a review if it helps. What’s one news habit you want to change this week? email: boomerandgenxer@gmail.com

    37 min

  4. May 19

    Portion Distortion In America- Supersize Me!! S:02E:33

    A pork sandwich that spills over the plate. Fries that look like a pile meant for a whole table. Drinks that feel like a small bucket with a lid. American portion sizes can be so big that visitors are genuinely stunned, and we think that shock is a clue worth following. We’re getting ready to travel, and it kicks off a blunt, funny, and surprisingly practical talk about how the United States drifted into supersize culture. We connect the dots between fast food marketing, the late-70s and 80s push for “bigger is better,” and how “only 60 cents more” can translate into a much higher daily calorie intake over time. We also get into why processed foods make it easier to overeat, why many “single serving” items are nowhere near a single serving anymore, and how oversized plates at home and in restaurants quietly rewrite what we think is normal. What’s the most absurd portion size you’ve seen where you live? Subscribe, share this with a friend who always finishes the basket of chips, and leave a review. Then reply or email us your local portion-size horror story and your best leftover move. email: boomerandgenxer@gmail.com

    22 min

  5. May 12

    Traditions On The Brink-Technology or Geography Changing Things? S:2E:32

    A gravel driveway, a motorcycle, and one quiet moment of bargaining with Jesus turns into a low-speed pileup at home and a broken rib for Dr. Domain. We start there because it’s exactly the kind of everyday story that reveals something bigger: the choices we make ripple outward, and life feels different when the old rules of living together start to blur. From that laugh-so-you-don’t-cry opener, we zoom out into generational differences, traditions, and etiquette. We talk about handwritten letters, thank you notes, and why cursive writing is becoming a lost skill. We wrestle with the big question behind all of it: is digital communication simply the evolution of modern life, or is it quietly stripping away effort, tone, and thoughtfulness?  Then we go full nostalgia and reality check: drive-in theaters, rotary phones, Rand McNally maps, and the death of the landline. We connect the dots between technology, cost, and convenience, including how online shopping and disappearing malls change community life. We also talk family dinners, holiday gatherings, long work hours, public behavior, and the small respect rituals that used to be taught, like taking your hat off at the table and thinking twice about what you wear in public spaces. Listen, then tell us what tradition you miss most and which one you’re glad is gone. If you like the show, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review. email: boomerandgenxer@gmail.com

    39 min

  6. May 5

    No, I Will Not Donate At Checkout, I'm Not Rounding Up S:02E:31

    The cashier asks one tiny question and suddenly you are on the spot: “Do you want to round up for charity?” We get why people freeze, why it can feel like a guilt trap, and why “sure, it’s just pennies” is not always the simple, feel-good move it seems. We get practical about charity transparency and nonprofit overhead. We talk about red flags like vague spending, glossy fundraising events, and leadership pay that feels wildly out of step with the mission, using the Wounded Warrior Project controversy as a cautionary example. We also share how we personally vet organizations by checking annual reports and financial disclosures, plus why scams and lookalike charity names make quick register donations even riskier. We wrap with better options that keep you in control: giving locally, donate directly to a family or a verified program and support local groups . Subscribe, share this with a friend who always feels pressured at checkout, and leave a review with your take: do you round up or hit “no” and why? email: boomerandgenxer@gmail.com

    26 min

  7. Apr 28

    Term Limits Could Fix Washington If We Do It Right S:2E:30

    People love to shout “term limits” like it’s a magic spell, but the minute you ask how it would actually work, things get messy fast. We start with our usual real-life chaos, including concussions, pickleball injuries, thrift-store living, and a legendary argument about a wildly expensive four-slice toaster, then pivot into a serious question: why do career politicians keep winning if voters say they want change?  We break down what term limits would mean for Congress, the Senate, and the Supreme Court, and why federal term limits require a constitutional amendment. Along the way, we talk about the House as the “hot house” built for fast public reaction and the Senate as the “cool house” designed for stability, plus how incumbency advantage works in the real world through fundraising, gerrymandering, and name recognition. We also dig into the quieter power centers, like lobbyists and special interest groups that keep influence even when elected officials rotate out.  Then we wrestle with the part nobody wants to admit: the debate often slides into age, but the deeper issue is complacency and competence. We ask whether track record should matter more than birthdays, how “succession planning” might translate to government without undermining elections, and why a fixed Supreme Court term limit like 18 years keeps coming up. If you care about political reform, government accountability, campaign finance pressure, and a system that doesn’t reward staying put forever, this conversation will give you a lot to argue with.  Subscribe for more, share the episode with your most opinionated friend, and leave a review so more people can find us. What would your term-limit plan be, and why? email: boomerandgenxer@gmail.com

    40 min

  8. Apr 21

    Bullying Doesn’t Start At School It Starts At Home S:2E:29

    Bullying gets talked about like it’s only a school hallway problem, but we see it everywhere, from group chats to corporate offices to family dynamics at home. We start with some real-life banter, then pivot hard into what bullying actually is: repeated aggression, a power imbalance, and the kind of behavior that sticks in your head long after the moment passes. We share personal stories of getting picked on for “stupid stuff” like being tall, being poor, being a tomboy, or simply liking books, and why those experiences can shape anxiety, anger, and how you handle conflict as an adult. Then we get into the modern accelerant: social media. Cyberbullying is easy when a keyboard warrior can perform for an audience, disappear, and pretend they never said it. We talk about why giving kids social media too young can set them up for comparison, harassment, and constant pressure, and what parents can do right now with limits, consequences, and real coping skills. We also touch workplace bullying, including exclusion, sabotage, and retaliation fears that keep people quiet even when policies say they’re protected. We end with our take on tough love vs harm, why respect still matters, and a funny real parenting moment that shows how quickly “I can’t” can turn into “I did.” If you’ve ever wondered where the line is between protecting kids and raising them resilient, you’ll have opinions by the end. Subscribe, share this with a friend, leave a review, and email us your topic ideas at Boomer and Gen Xer at gmail.com. email: boomerandgenxer@gmail.com

    33 min
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