The Boomer Effect

Social media was supposed to bring us closer. Instead, algorithms may be pushing us further apart.

On this episode of The Boomer Effect, Jerry and Rose sit down with Jeff Dornik, founder and CEO of Pickax, to examine how social media has evolved from a tool for connecting with family and friends into an algorithm-driven system designed to capture our attention, amplify outrage, and keep us scrolling.

Jeff argues that algorithms have increasingly replaced relationships—and that even free speech means little iftechnology determines who actually gets to hear it. We talk about the difference between freedomof speech and freedom of reach, shadow banning, the impact of social media on families, churches and young people, and whether today's digital culture is contributing to America's growing loneliness.

From a Christian perspective, we also ask an important question: How can we use technology without allowing technology to use us?

Jeff shares why he created Pickax, how it differs fromtraditional social media platforms, and what a healthier digital community might look like—one built around genuine connection, free expression and real relationships rather than engagement at any cost.

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Jerry and Rose are joined by Emily Greene Brey, PA State Director for Americans for Prosperity. When finding a solution to the affordability crisis, the first step is to figure out what makes life less affordable. The next step is to eliminate it. That’s what the Trump administration is doing by reducing the hidden tax on Americans - regulations.

Let’s be honest - regulations are boring. They’re arcane provisos baked into legislation and buried in the Federal Register. But they’re hugely expensive. Trump’s deregulation agenda of cutting 10 regulations for every new one is paying off for taxpayers. Thus far it’s saved an average of $600 per person - that’s $2,400 a year for a taxpaying family of four.

Now, Trump’s taking the biggest de-regulatory action in history by rolling-back the Obama administration’s outdated ‘Endangerment Findings.’ Ending these burdensome energy regulations will unleash the energy sector and make day-to-day life more affordable by continuing to lower energy costs.
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Joining a family business can sound like an easy path—but anyone who's lived it knows it's anything but.

In this episode of The Boomer Effect, Jerry and Rose sit down with Ryan Brown, Head of Sales and General Counsel at M&O Marketing, to discuss what it really means to become the second generation of a company built by your father. Ryan shares the challenges of finding his own identity, earning credibility, balancing family relationships with business decisions, and preparing to lead a company with nearly five decades of history.

Ryan's father, Dennis Brown, helped transform M&O Marketing into one of the nation's oldest and most respected independent marketing organizations. Now Ryan faces a different challenge—not simply preserving that legacy, but building upon it for the next generation.

Whether you work in a family business, hope your children will someday join yours, or are trying to determine where your own gifts fit within a family enterprise, this conversation offers valuable insight into leadership, succession, purpose, and the truth that success leaves clues for those willing to learn from those who came before them. For more info on Ryan's business: https://www.mandomarketing.com 27777 Franklin Rd Ste 700, Southfield, MI 48034

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What gives a man the strength to endure more than seven years as a prisoner of war—and come home with his faith, hope, and love of country intact?

In this powerful episode of The Boomer Effect, Jerry and Rose welcome Susan Page Coffee, founder of Beyond Survival and widow of the late Navy Captain Gerald "Jerry" Coffee, one of America's most respected Vietnam POWs.

Jerry Coffee spent more than seven years imprisoned in North Vietnam's notorious Hoa Lo Prison—often referred to as the "Hanoi Hilton." Subjected to isolation, torture, and relentless psychological pressure, he discovered a truth that would define the rest of his life: God equals strength.

Susan shares the remarkable story of Jerry's captivity, the secret brotherhood forged among American POWs through the famous tap code, the role of faith under unimaginable suffering, and how God transformed the question "Why me?" into the prayer, "Show me."

Together, Jerry and Rose explore what "Beyond Survival" really means—not simply enduring hardship, but allowing God to shape suffering into purpose, courage, and hope.

As America celebrates 250 years of freedom, this conversation reminds us of the extraordinary price paid by those who defended it and the timeless lessons their lives still teach us today.

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For decades, Americans have been told that Hispanic voters belong in one political camp. But according to author, broadcaster, and Newsmax host Chris Salcedo, that narrative is rapidly changing.

In this episode of The Boomer Effect, Chris discusses his new book, The Rise of the Liberty-Loving Latino: A New American Revolution, and explores why growing numbers of HispanicAmericans are embracing faith, family, freedom, personal responsibility, and constitutional principles. He examines the cultural and political shifts taking place across Latino communities, the importance of entrepreneurship andpatriotism, and what these changes could mean for the future of American politics.

Whether you agree or disagree with the conclusions, this conversation offers a fascinating look at one of the most significant demographic and political developments in America today.

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Most people spend a lifetime building financial security, caring for their families, and planning for retirement. But what happens when an unexpected illness, nursing home stay,or long-term care need threatens everything you've worked to achieve?

In this episode of The Boomer Effect, we sit down with Dale Krause, founder of Krause Financial and a nationally recognized expert in elder law planning and asset preservation. Dale shares practical advice on preparing for the unexpected, protecting retirement assets, navigating the realities of long-term care, and preserving wealth forfuture generations.

We also discuss family businesses, succession planning, the challenges facing aging Americans, and the critical conversations every family should have before a crisis occurs.

Whether you're planning for your own future, helping aging parents, or hoping to leave a lasting legacy for your children and grandchildren, this is a conversation you won't want tomiss.

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Public schools are costing more than you think… and the results might shock you.

Public education is one of the nation’s largest taxpayer-funded expenses—but are we getting our money’s worth? On this episode, William Henson, President Emeritus of CristoRey Brooklyn High School, introduces the Educational Return on Investment (EROI) framework, revealing how spending in public schools often fails to translate into meaningful student outcomes.

From staggering costs to produce high school and college graduates to alternative models that deliver far betterresults, William explains how smarter approaches can improve both efficiency and effectiveness in education. This is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone interested in the future of our schools.

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Millions of Americans park legally every day—and still get fined. Why? Because parking enforcement has quietly transformed into a billion-dollar, app-driven extraction system, with confusing signs, mandatory digital contracts, hidden fees, and little oversight.

In this episode, Kerry Lutz, recovering attorney and bestselling author of America’s Great Parking Scam: You’ve Been Robbed, exposes how cities outsource enforcement to private tech companies, harvest driver data, and enforce penalties through confusion instead of compliance. From QR codes to coerced arbitration, Kerry reveals a nationwidesystem where drivers are trapped—and regulators look the other way.

If you’ve ever scanned a QR code just to avoid a ticket, felt likethe rules changed overnight, or wondered why parking signs seem designed to confuse, this episode will open your eyes—and give you tools to fight back.

Kerry’s book: America's Great Parking Scam: You'veBeen Robbed

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Modern dating is broken… and it’s time to fix it.

This Women’s History Month, Jackie Dorman, CEO of Last Year Single® and author of Modern Dating Sucks, shows women how to escape swipe fatigue, date intentionally, and find love with purpose.

From healing past patterns to identifying commitment-minded partners, Jackie gives the tools to navigate love strategically—without losing your heart or ambition.

Tune in and learn how to reclaim your love life, build legacy-driven relationships, and stop swiping endlessly.

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The media monopoly is crumbling—and the future of journalism may be in your hands. On this episode, Sam Anthony, founder of YourNews Media, shares how he’s empowering thousands of independent, citizen journalists to report on their communities, bypass corporate-controllednarratives, and restore free speech in local reporting.

With over 20 years disrupting traditional media and building the technology to decentralize journalism, Sam explains why citizen journalism matters, how to get started, and how everyday people can reclaim the power of the press. If you’ve ever wanted to make a difference in your community throughreporting, this conversation is a must-listen.

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