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How impactful are stories? More than you can imagine! That is why we should not let these fade and instead carry on the value along the way by sharing it with others.
James enjoys bringing people and events from history back to life through the telling of stories. A history enthusiast since his childhood, James loves encouraging people to share stories about themselves and members of their own family trees that will inspire others to do the same.
Did you know that the average person listens to seven different podcasts a week? Baby boomers have a lot of knowledge and experience to share with the world. Contrary to common belief, the podcast is easy to do and anyone can start doing it. Baby boomers need to get their voices out there so the world knows they're very much alive and kicking with tons of value to share.
Join me in this episode and learn why James Gardner is a Kickass Boomer!
[00:01 - 08:05] How Stories Connect All of Us
- The power of the love of history and storytelling
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- Reminiscing on the story we get told as kids
- James recalls how a simple question from his daughter kickstarted his podcasting journey
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- There is more to podcasting than just pretty buttons
[08:06 - 17:47] Tragic Stories to Share to the World
- Why you don’t need expensive equipment to start a podcast
- James’ interview with the great-granddaughter of a Titanic survivor
- Climbing a human chain and losing the baby in her arms
[17:48 - 31:14] Capture the Stories and Carry them Forward
- How telling stories is a more memorable than plain facts
- The importance of capturing your personal history - don’t let it fade away
- Why Boomers should carry the stories forward being raised by the greatest generation
[31:15 - 43:39] Closing Segment
- Keep up and take advantage of the technology
- Connect with Terry Lohrbeer!
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- Links below
- Final announcements
Tweetable Quotes:
“Once you start looking into the story and you find out, it's so interesting, you create this connection and bond that can ever go away.” - Terry Lohrbeer
“Stories are the best way to tell the history and learn history.” - James Gardner
“It's those [personal history] stories that I think are so important to capture because they will disappear in a couple of generations if people don't keep telling those stories.” - James Gardner
Email [email protected] to reach out to James Gardner, check out his podcast Your History Your Story and connect with him through social media #yhys
Resources mentioned:
The American Heritage Book of the Presidents and Famous Americans by American Heritage
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01/18/21 • 26 min
Our Kickass Boomer of the Day is Don McGrath Ph.D., a fitness and health advocate, lifelong athlete, and scale marketing expert. He collaborates with coaches, consultants, and experts to create and deliver powerful and effective marketing messages that call their target audience to action. He wrote the book, “Dream It, Live It, Love It” to learn from Boomer athletes who remain active to this day while being a prolific inventor himself, having 36 patents and US trademarks under his name. Today, Don joins the Boomer Nation to discuss the secrets of living a fit and healthy lifestyle in your “vintage” years.
Join me in this episode and learn why Don is a Kickass Boomer!
[00:01 - 05:40] Opening Segment
- I introduce and welcome Don McGrath
- Listen to this advice from Don for the Boomer Nation!
[05:41 - 11:03] Worthwhile Activities
- What are the activities that the Boomer Nation can do?
- We talk about the beauty of exercising
[11:04 - 16:53] Free Routines
- Why you should educate yourself and be an advocate
- What Don learned from interviewing over-50 athletes
- How to get free physical activity routines at your home
[16:54 - 24:30] Successful Second Half
- Here’s the only thing that’s stopping you from getting started
- It’s never too late to try something new
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- Don explains
[24:31 - 26:46] Closing Segment
- How can the Boomer Nation connect with you?
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- Links below
- Final words
Tweetable Quotes:
“Find the things that make you smile. Envision yourself doing something and if it [doesn’t] make you smile, don’t do it!” - Don McGrath
“You have to become your own best advocate and be [an] advocate for those that you love.” - Don McGrath
“Nothing’s ‘all or nothing.’” - Don McGrath
Call Don at 970-443-4307 or email him at [email protected]. You can also follow him on social media: LinkedIn and Facebook. Visit his company’s website and their Facebook and Linkedin pages to learn more about their work.
Apply for a free 30-minute session with Don by checking out his personal website.
Resources mentioned:
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BEE BOLD, NOT OLD.
LEAVE A REVIEW and join me on my journey to become and stay a Kickass Boomer!
Visit http://kickassboomers.com/ to listen to the previous episodes. Also check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Email [email protected] and connect with me online and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
#53: Gabe says "Do the Simple Things First"
Kickass Boomers
10/11/21 • 26 min
Our Kickass Boomer of the Day is Gabe Nelson, a financial advisor and the host of the Solopreneur Money Podcast. He offers financial planning and investment advice specifically to solopreneurs and self-employed professionals who want to put their finances and investments under control.
Gabe also shares some practical tips for Boomers for them to maximize their earnings from their side hustles and a few insights about the importance of investing in a financial planner.
Join me in this episode and learn why Gabe is a Kickass Boomer!
[00:01 - 03:48] Opening Segment
- I introduce and welcome Gabe Nelson
- Gabe talks about his podcast, Solopreneur Money Podcast
[03:49 - 14:00] Financial Planning for Boomers
- How Boomers can plan their finances according to Gabe
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- A practical first step Boomers can take now
- The 4 benefits of having a financial planner
- Situations where financial planning is valuable
[14:01 - 19:06] Side Hustles for Boomers
- Here’s a recommended password manager from Gabe
- Gabe gives a few practical tips for Boomers to start a side hustle
- The question to ask before starting a side hustle
[19:07 - 26:28] Closing Segment
- Gabe tells us how to Boomers can do a financial “check up” by themselves
- Connect with Gabe!
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- Links below
- Final announcements
Tweetable Quotes:
“Your first place to get an understanding of how to master those finances is to understand where you currently are.” - Gabe Nelson
“Do the simple things first. Start with your little budget...how much is coming in? How much is going out?” - Gabe Nelson
Resource mentioned:
- Gabe’s podcast: Solopreneur Money Podcast
- Dashlane
Email [email protected] to connect with Gabe or follow him on LinkedIn. Check out Gabe Nelson Financial, Inc. to learn how solopreneurs and self-employed professional clients can utilize financial planning and investment advisory services.
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BEE BOLD, NOT OLD.
LEAVE A REVIEW and join me on my journey to become and stay a Kickass Boomer!
Visit http://kickassboomers.com/ to listen to the previous episodes. Also check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
You can also connect with me by emailing [email protected].
12/20/21 • 45 min
Our Kickass Boomer of the Day is Sharon Valenti, a serial entrepreneur, coach and teacher. She has worked with celebrities, millionaires, casino owners, inventors, other coaches as well as everyday people! Sharon is a leading expert in helping people achieve the life they’ve only dreamed of. Her past clients have praised her for her ability to problem solve, her sincerity, honesty, integrity, and ability to really listen and get to the bottom of their problems in a succinct way.
Sharon is the founder of BluePrint for Stress Release. While her courses are for everyone, she is dedicated to teaching teens/young adults who feel isolated, empty inside, unloved, depressed, etc. how to revolutionize their beliefs so they begin to feel connected in life. Through her work, she has discovered ways to bring out the best in people and make them feel confident; which leads to more success at home and work.
Join me in this episode and learn why Sharon is a Kickass Boomer!
[00:01 - 04:59] Opening Segment
- Let’s get to know Sharon Valenti
- How our childhood creates our habits when we grow up
[05:00 - 10:15] Experience is the Best Teacher
- Sharon believes that we are trained, not born, to be fearful
- Here’s why she thinks experience is the best teacher
- How to retrain our minds to be more forward-thinking
[10:16 - 20:19] How to Make Peace With Yourself
- The only time that we are going to get in trouble
- How we can invite peace in our lives
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- Sharon shares this practical tip
- The childhood pieces of advice that Sharon wants to debunk
[20:20 - 30:40] Acceptance vs. Forgiveness
- Sharon weighs in between acceptance and forgiveness
- The person who should love and nurture us
- We are the ones who attach meaning to our lives
[30:41 - 40:22] How to Release Stress
- We have an important conversation about growing up
- The role of parents in children’s lives
- Sharon talks about Blueprint for Stress Release
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- Links below
[40:23 - 45:01] Closing Segment
- Connect with Sharon!
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- Links below
- Final announcements
Tweetable Quotes:
“There is no substitute for real life experience.” - Sharon Valenti
“It is my job to love myself, to nurture myself, to be there for myself.” - Sharon Valenti
Email [email protected] to connect with Sharon or follow her on LinkedIn. Visit Blueprint for Stress Release to learn more about her work.
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BEE BOLD, NOT OLD.
LEAVE A REVIEW and join me on my journey to become and stay a Kickass Boomer!
Visit http://kickassboomers.com/ to listen to the previous episodes. Also check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
You can also connect with me by emailing [email protected].
#57: Katharine is a Best-Selling Author and an Activist for Aging Well, Living with Purpose, and Being Unexpectedly Happy!
Kickass Boomers
11/08/21 • 38 min
Katharine Esty, PhD, 87, is a best-selling author, practicing psychotherapist, a widow, a mother, a grandmother, and an activist for aging well. She’s on a mission to dispel myths about old age and to end ageism, which limits and undermines the most experienced among us. She lives in a retirement community west of Boston. Her recent book, Eightysomethings - A Practical Guide to Letting Go, Aging Well, and Finding Unexpected Happiness, was published by Skyhorse.
Join me in this episode and learn why Katharine is a Kickass Boomer!
[00:01 - 04:22] Opening Segment
- Let’s get to know Katharine Esty, PhD
- What we can learn from her book, “Eightysomethings”
[04:23 - 14:09] How to Age Well
- How to deal with challenges in your 80s
- Is there a right to retire?
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- Katharine shares her thoughts
- Get inspired by this mission that Katharine wants to fulfil
[14:10 - 24:13] How to Live Longer
- What research suggests about how to live longer
- Here’s how to heal yourself without any external medications
- How to contribute to your community as a boomer
[24:14 - 34:01] How to Enjoy Your 80s
- The exciting things that 80-somethings can do
- How Katharine got her inspiration for her book
- How to write a legacy letter according to Katharine
[34:02 - 38:28] Closing Segment
- Connect with Katharine!
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- Links below
- Final announcements
Tweetable Quotes:
“It pays to be in good shape.” - Katharine Esty, PhD
“One of the things I really want to do is get out the word that there’s so much good news about what it's like to be older.” - Katharine Esty, PhD
Get in touch with Katharine by emailing [email protected] or visit her personal website to learn more about her work.
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BEE BOLD, NOT OLD.
LEAVE A REVIEW and join me on my journey to become and stay a Kickass Boomer!
Visit http://kickassboomers.com/ to listen to the previous episodes. Also check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
You can also connect with me by emailing [email protected].
#54: Why is Susan's message from her song "Work Hard Love Harder" so important today?
Kickass Boomers
10/18/21 • 37 min
Our Kickass Boomer of the Day is Susan Cattaneo, one of Boston’s most respected singer/songwriters, blending rock and folk with a healthy dose of country.
Susan won the CT Folk Festival and has been a finalist or winner at some of the country’s most prestigious songwriting and music contests including: Kerrville New Folk, Emerging Artist Falcon Ridge, the International Acoustic Music Awards, the Independent Music Awards and the USA Songwriting Competition.
Her latest album The Hammer and The Heart charted #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and yielded a folk radio #1 single and top 10 album.
Join me in this episode and learn why Susan is a Kickass Boomer!
[00:01 - 04:55] Opening Segment
- I introduce and welcome Susan Cattaneo
- Susan talks about her amazing journey as a songwriter
[04:56 - 14:53] Work Hard, Love Harder
- Susan shares her insights about the effects of COVID to our daily lives
- She talks about her experiences in writing songs
- Susan tells us the story behind some of her songs
[14:54 - 24:33] The Beauty of Learning
- Susan shares the story when she almost quit songwriting
- The beauty of learning according to Susan
- Susan talks about the achievements she’s most proud of
[24:34 - 33:34] Finding Purpose in Life
- What’s next for Susan?
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- She shares her plans in the coming months
- We have an inspiring conversation about finding your purpose
- Don’t miss Susan’s message for Boomers!
[33:35 - 37:04] Closing Segment
- Connect with Susan!
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- Links below
- Final announcements
Tweetable Quotes:
“I found that my journey is not just one river. It had a lot of tributaries and occasional little side things. It’s been a wonderful journey.” - Susan Cattaneo
“I don’t believe in being sedentary in my life.” - Susan Cattaneo
Resource mentioned:
- Berklee College of Music
- Kickass Boomers Ep. 21: His 1963 hit “Forget Him,” his 5th Gold Record makes it hard to forget Teen Idol and Entertainer Bobby Rydell
Email [email protected] to connect with Susan or follow her on Facebook. Check out her personal website to learn more about her music.
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BEE BOLD, NOT OLD.
LEAVE A REVIEW and join me on my journey to become and stay a Kickass Boomer!
Visit http://kickassboomers.com/ to listen to the previous episodes. Also check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
You can also connect with me by emailing [email protected].
Our Kickass Boomer of the Day is James Klopovic. After retiring as Major Klopovic from the United States Air Force and earning a Doctor of Public Policy (DPP), James completed 45 years of experience in the public sector, providing leadership at federal, state, and local levels.
For 25 of those years, he served as a senior staffer on the North Carolina Governor’s Crime Commission, where his responsibilities encompassed strategic planning, municipal governance, financial development, federal granting, and community and organizational development, implementation, and evaluation.
Join me in this episode and learn why James is a Kickass Boomer!
[00:01 - 05:42] Opening Segment
- Let’s get to know James Klopovic
- Why words matter a lot to him
[05:43 - 10:30] A New Wave Leader
- James talks about his life-changing career pivot
- Hear his advice to be a “New Wave Leader” in 2022
- Learn his formula to know what to do next with your life
[10:31 - 20:06] How to Live a Life Worth Living
- The philosophy that all baby boomers should follow
- James tells us the lessons he learned from recovering from his injury
- He talks about the importance of taking care of the body
[20:07 - 25:06] Care About the Body, Mind, and Spirit
- James gives an interesting thought about virtues
- The reasons boomers should practice humility
- The connection among body, mind, and spirit
[25:07 - 35:38] Obstacles are Needed
- Why people should learn what is right and wrong first
- People should want obstacles to happen and here’s why
- Here’s a story about dynamites that you’d not want to miss!
[35:39 - 41:13] How to Build a Legacy
- It’s never too late for boomers to change their lives
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- Here’s why
- The 5 ways to manage time according to James
- Leisure has a major impact on legacy
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- James explains
[41:14 - 42:02] Closing Segment
- Connect with James!
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- Links below
- Final announcements
Tweetable Quotes:
“The way to attract those good people is with good character.” - James Klopovic
“Obstacles are the way. They’re not in the way.” - James Klopovic
Connect with James Klopovic:
Email [email protected] to connect with James or follow him on LinkedIn. Visit Affinitas Publishing to learn sustainable public service programs that develop New Wave Leaders both in the public and private sectors.
Resources Mentioned
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BEE BOLD, NOT OLD.
LEAVE A REVIEW and join me on my journey to become and stay a Kickass Boomer!
Connect with Terry:
Visit http://kickassboomers.com/ to listen to the previous episodes. Also check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
You can also connect with me by emailing [email protected].
#52: In an aging population, we can't afford to be ageist!
Kickass Boomers
10/04/21 • 29 min
Our Kickass Boomer of the Day is Hunter Leonard, multi-awarded business owner and founder of Silver & Wise. Started in 2016, Silver & Wise has been on a quest to end ageism by helping mature-aged individuals in planning for their work future or running a successful business.
Hunter and his team have started organizing workshops and launching books and courses that have helped thousands of mature Australians. Now, they want to help thousands more around the world.
Join me in this episode and learn why Hunter is a Kickass Boomer!
[00:01 - 05:00] Opening Segment
- I introduce and welcome Hunter Leonard
- Combatting ageism and discrimination
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- Practical ways to fight them
[05:01 - 15:21] The Future of Work
- How Hunter found the best place for him to end ageism
- The future of work is no longer tied to the 9-5
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- Here’s what Hunter and his team found
- Assuming that ageism is gone, what will the world look like?
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- Hunter shares his thoughts
[15:22 - 25:55] Experience Has Value Too
- Boomers have value, and here’s how they can show it
- How do Hunter’s partnerships with other companies work?
- What it will take to combat ageism worldwide
[25:56 - 29:48] Closing Segment
- Connect with Hunter!
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- Links below
- Final announcements
Tweetable Quotes:
“You can’t tell me that experience and wisdom [don’t] have value...it has nothing to do with age!” - Hunter Leonard
“Just remember you have value and don’t let anyone else tell you [that] you don’t.” - Hunter Leonard
Resource mentioned:
- Blue Frog Marketing
- Book
Email [email protected] to connect with Hunter or follow him on LinkedIn. Let’s end ageism by checking out Silver & Wise today!
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BEE BOLD, NOT OLD.
LEAVE A REVIEW and join me on my journey to become and stay a Kickass Boomer!
Visit http://kickassboomers.com/ to listen to the previous episodes. Also check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
You can also connect with me by emailing [email protected].
#50: "You could be retired for decades - so you might as well get good at it!" - Andy Robin
Kickass Boomers
09/20/21 • 45 min
Our Kickass Boomer of the Day is Andy Robin, a retirement revolutionist, life coach, and the author of “Tapas Life: A Rich and Rewarding Life After Your Long Career.” Andy’s book is not your ordinary retirement book but rather a step-by-step guide to help boomers make the most out of their lives during retirement.
He emphasized that retirement is the best time to explore the things we wanted to try when we were young and that our age should not be a hindrance to not take action.
Join me in this episode and learn why Andy is a Kickass Boomer!
[00:01 - 03:15] Opening Segment
- I introduce and welcome Andy Robin
- How “tapas” is related with retirement
[03:16 - 13:13] Getting Structure in Retirement
- Andy explains how to get your life together after retirement
- Financial management is still important after your career!
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- Here’s a practical tip from Andy about managing finances
- He gives an interesting insight about “failing freely” you don’t want to miss!
[13:14 - 18:56] The Most Meaningful Activities
- Boomers can always perform lab experiments
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- Andy explains what this means
- Andy talks about his experience writing the book, “Tapas Life”
- He walks us through his journey of becoming a life coach
[18:57 - 28:37] From “Doing” to “Being”
- Boomers should have friends from all ages
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- Here’s why
- Don’t miss this reflection from Andy about marriage life
- How to transition from “doing” to “being”
[28:38 - 38:14] Achieving “Flowductivity”
- Here’s a meaningful moment in Andy’s life that you should hear about now
- Andy breaks down the concept of “flowductivity”
- He gives us a sneak peek about his book
[38:15 - 45:42] Closing Segment
- The personal choice that all of us can make
- Connect with Andy!
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- Links below
- Final announcements
Tweetable Quotes:
“Most meaningful activities are about selflessly being helpful to someone else.” - Andy Robin
“By being a better person, you’re really helping everything and everyone around you.” - Andy Robin
Resource mentioned:
Email [email protected] to connect with Andy or follow him on Facebook and LinkedIn. Assemble a great life after your retirement with Tapas Life!
Check out his website to know more about his work.
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BEE BOLD, NOT OLD.
LEAVE A REVIEW and join me on my journey to become and stay a Kickass Boomer!
Visit http://kickassboomers.com/ to listen to the previous episodes. Also check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
You can also connect with me by emailing [email protected].
#17: Meet Joe Pugh, Cardinal Dougherty Grad, Army Veteran, Professor at Immaculata University and Kickass Boomer
Kickass Boomers
02/01/21 • 34 min
Our Kickass Boomer of the Day, Joe Pugh. He is a fellow alum at Cardinal Dougherty High School, a Drexel University graduate, a 24-year US Army veteran, and currently a professor at Immaculata University in Pennsylvania. He has made his mark wherever he goes, whatever hat he wears, and now is focused on his life after retirement. He joins us today to talk about his journey and his plans after retirement.
Join me in this episode as we talk with Joe about the reasons he is a Kickass Boomer!
[00:01 - 04:41] Opening Segment
- I introduce and welcome Joe Pugh
- We look back at our high school years
[04:42 - 12:13] From the Army to the University
- Joe looks back on his 24 years as an army officer
- He talks about his “extended honeymoon” with his wife
- How he found his way to teaching at a university
[12:14 - 19:47] Learning Historical Facts Not Commonly Known
- Joe talks about his plans after retiring from teaching
- What is this hobby of Joe that might also be your interest?
- Here’s an alternative way to learn history according to Joe
[19:48 - 30:27] Planning Post-Retirement
- We talk about how Boomers can give back to the community
- We have a lively exchange about trying new things in life
- Joe tells us why Boomers should stay active
[30:28 - 34:20] Closing Segment
- How can the Boomer Nation connect with you?
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- Links below
- Final words
Tweetable Quotes:
“Educational experiences are out there. I always encourage people to do that. It’s fascinating what you can learn even at the age of 70.” - Joe Pugh
“You’re gonna get old no matter what but there’s no such [thing as] aging prematurely so staying active is important..” - Joe Pugh
Email [email protected] or [email protected] to connect with Joe. Reach out to him on Facebook and check out their school online.
Resources mentioned:
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BEE BOLD, NOT OLD.
LEAVE A REVIEW and join me on my journey to become and stay a Kickass Boomer!
Visit http://kickassboomers.com/ to listen to the previous episodes. Also check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Email [email protected] and connect with me online and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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