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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 9: All Things Spring with Lisa Murray
    May 15 2025

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    For Baby Boomers, Spring Break was a BIG DEAL. On today's episode Rick looks back at some of his favorite Spring Break locations and then sits down with the incredible Lisa Murray. Lisa recently retired from the sports and entertainment industry after nearly three decades, and is a mastermind of developing and implementing ingenious activation programs for high profile clients and brands at prominent events, like the FIFA World Cup and Olympic Games, Murray is an industry heavyweight who has won numerous awards. She has been named one of Ad-week’s 35 powerful women in sports, SportsBusiness Journal’s 20 most influential women in the industry, and was named to Sporting News annual “Power 100” list. In this engaging conversation, Lisa shares her journey from growing up in Long Island to navigating a successful career in sports marketing, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in a male-dominated industry. She reflects on her college years, early career experiences, and the importance of mentorship. Lisa also discusses her retirement, the joys of travel, and her desire to explore more of the U.S. while emphasizing the value of believing in oneself and others. As always Rick shares an amazing place to eat 'On The Road with Rick' and asks the question 'Is it Ghost Season in Business?' on 'The Boom!'.

    Chapters 00:00 Navigating Family Health Challenges 01:12 Reflections on Childhood and Growing Up 04:00 Education and Career Pathways 06:46 Nostalgic Road Trips and Youthful Adventures 08:10 Career Beginnings and the Move to Atlanta 10:06 Breaking Barriers in Sports Marketing 14:06 The Evolution of Risk in Marketing 16:10 Global Travels and Cultural Experiences 21:10 Reflections on Retirement and Life After Work 25:03 Exploring the U.S. and Future Travel Plans

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    49 mins
  • Episode 8: The Mother's Day Special with Mike Reisman
    May 7 2025

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    In this heartfelt Mother's Day special, Rick sits down with his good pal Mike Reisman, who shares the profound influence of his mother and the strong women in his family. He reflects on the values of kindness, strength, and the importance of quality relationships, drawing from personal anecdotes and family history. The conversation highlights the legacy of strong women and their impact on shaping character and culture, culminating in a tribute to mothers everywhere.

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    44 mins
  • Episode 7: A Love Letter to New Orleans with Mike Millay
    May 1 2025

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    On today's episode of 'Sh-Boom' Rick tells you everything you need to know about his favorite city: New Orleans. Rick starts with the complex, dark and fascinating history of this melting pot and then gets into the creation of everything from Gumbo to JAZZ. If you've never been to Jazz Fest, you're going to want to put it on your bucket list. Later, Rick sits down with his pal and legendary Sports Marketing Consultant Mike Millay for a great lookback at his incredible career.

    Stay tuned for your favorite segments: 'On The Road with Rick' 'THE BOOM' 'The Last Word' and more.

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    41 mins
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