It’s old-school, back-to-school time on Boomers on the Edge as guest host Randy shares a hilarious childhood memory of 1970s fashion, family values, and a very different definition of manliness.

With a new school year approaching, Randy’s mom decides it’s time for a fashionable wardrobe update. She proudly picks out a matching pair of purple bell-bottom pants and a stylish wide-collar shirt—an outfit Randy isn't exactly thrilled to wear. Nevertheless, he survives the shopping trip and returns home with his new look in tow.

Back at the house, Randy finds his dad and great uncle changing the brakes on a car in the backyard. Eager to show off her son's fashionable new outfit, his mom suggests that Randy go change and model it for them. The reaction? Pure 1970s. Barely looking up from his work, Randy’s dad quips, “I didn’t see a sign that said girls allowed.” Randy’s mom is less than amused, while Randy quietly retreats to change into blue jeans and a T-shirt. When he returns, his dad smiles and says, “Hi Randy!”

The family certainly had its own unique view of 1970s manliness.

Randy follows up with another unforgettable story—this time about his grandfather attending one of Randy’s wrestling matches. So invested in his grandson's success, Grandpa climbed down from the stands during the match and began demonstrating how Randy could break his opponent’s arm. The referee promptly threw him out.

Boomers grew up with a very different set of expectations, rules, and life lessons than kids today. Join us for another wild, nostalgic, and laugh-out-loud tale from Boomers on the Edge!

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