Is public education doomed? Between the loss of control in the classroom and the added decimation of learning due to the 2 year pandemic, is any learning going on at all? Do teachers need to be tougher in the classroom to rein in unruly students? Does the disrespect for authority and discipline find its roots in the home?

Student behavior in schools seems to be out of control. Disrespect for teachers and authority. Kids with faces buried in the phones. Weapons,,, fights.... the need for metal detectors and security. How can a teacher maintain order in the classroom when outgunned by litigious parents who feel their little darling is incapable of wrong? It's a zoo! Where does the job or reining in the unruly begin? At home? In the classroom? Both?

Remember the "Set It and Forget It" rotisserie, Spray On Hair? Did you buy anything because you saw it on a TV commercial, informercial or shopping channel?  Would you like to buy our Miss Pac Man mini arcade game?

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Now, more than ever, it's important to leave an appropriate tip for services rendered. Who do you tip? Who do you not tip? What is an appropriate tip? The things you need to know about tipping on this edition of The Sonic Boomers.

Will the line you draw in the sand be drawn in the sand under which they will bury you?

How do you relax in these stressful times? It's more important than ever for us to find a way to relieve our worries and frustrations. We have found a way that works for us that's not addictive, not expensive. Anyone can do it and it will bring you much joy every day! Listen to find out!

Pete and Maureen take a look at what's been called "The Great Resignation" as millions of Americans walk away from their jobs and careers....often with no safety net. Who would do something so seemingly irresponsible? Is there something in the drinking water?

It took us nearly 60 years to do it. Eight years ago, we walked away from Roman Catholicism. We would have done it much sooner, if we had an exit ramp to something better. We found it.. It's called the" Extraordinary Catholic Movement" and it's comprised largely of ex-pat Roman Catholics which is one of the fastest growing religious classifications in the United States.

Your neighbors have an entire city of Christmas decorations on their lawn! Lights! Music! A Hollywood production! How do you feel about such uber displays? Pete and Maureen share their thoughts and memories!

Our Podcast ratings need a boost! Pete comes up with a "sure fire" way to do it. (Contains adult language.)