Ol' Fools Talking Ol' Skool

Mickey & Rodney talk about when a one-hour lunch actually lasted one hour, how doctor offices tell you to be there fifteen minutes early and they see you thirty minutes past your appointment time, forward thinking and playing the political game.

Rodney and Mickey talk about pre-planning needs for that time when we all must leave this earth and old war stories about deployments during the war.

In this episode Mickey talks about all of the roadblocks and illogical rules he runs into trying to handle his uncle's affairs.

Rodney and Mickey talk about world politics, military retirement, social security, smart decisions in life and educating yourself.

Mickey & Rodney talk about old musical groups and their stories, how old school players couldn't sneak around in these days of social media, what you can find when you Google your name, why we thought lawyers new all types of law, taking liberties with words, GoFundMe and panhandling and politicians and their riches.

Mickey & Rodney talk about shaving, the price of haircuts, "Old Men's Advice", divorce and marriage (even among superstars), Taylor Swift and her influence on the NFL, and old school artists like Lisa Stansfield, the O'Jays and Frankie Beverly.

Rodney & Mickey talk about these ridiculous kids' names, men with extensions down to their butts, eyelashes that look like black caterpillars, outrageous fingernails, how just because they make it doesn't mean you can wear it, hair/beard dying, what's considered fashionable and what's not and how things have changed as we've gotten older!!!

Mickey and Rodney talk about Rodney's COVID recovery, the winter weather we just had, vaccines, the News Nation network, Fani Willis, how much judges and teachers are disrespected today, and bad English.

Rodney and Mickey talk about the current political environment, including Donald Trump, the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the US's historical relationship with Iran, how time seems to be passing so quickly, how we couldn't wait to be 18 and now our children are turning 40, ever changing neighbors and homemade cold remedies.

Mickey & Rodney talk about the good old days of ESPN when they repeated football games over and over again, what ESPN considers sports now, some of the comments sports announcers make, including Richard Sherman, Charles Barkley and Shaq, Shaq's business sense, celebrities and money management, what if you had a lot of money, questionable business management and cigar bars and turkey wings!!!

In this episode Rodney & Mickey talk about how free services can come with frustrations, the rumors about T.D. Jakes, girls having baby's by celebrities with no shame, the craziness on social media, OnlyFans pages, very revealing lady's fashion and slap fighting.

Mickey and Rodney talk about the cold and flu season, how we have pantries full of medicine that's mostly expired, vaccines, our "warm natured" wives, Mickey's very frustrating eye exam, going to the VA and its example of government bureaucracy. 

In this episode Rodney and Mickey talk about home building, how you get what you pay for, how do they really measure the square footage of your home, how your home value can go up by the property assessor just driving by your home, retirement strategy, paying off a home and reading money advice services like Kiplinger and the Moneyist.

Mickey and Rodney talk about people who procrastinate, the benefit of doing things now, not later, our OCD-like habits (emptying the trash, filling the beverage fridge), a quick lesson in trash management, yard sprinkler systems and home building. 

Rodney & Mickey talk about a recent dating incident where a lady was taken to The Cheesecake Factory and she told her date she was "too fine" to go to a chain restaurant; dating past and present, how doing the simple things can safe time later and other stuff!!!

Mickey and Rodney talk about how sports stars find it hard to give up their dreams as they get older, reminisce about those good old days playing basketball and some of the guys we remember, the saga of Dwight Howard,  the interesting Damian Lillard divorce and how he wants his ex to give up his last name, why do some women keep their maiden names, the definition of a "long marriage" over the years, divorced couples living together, taking marriage advice and domestic violence.

Mickey and Rodney talk about supporting your kids (and grandkids) and how their focus changes as they get older; striking that balance between being supportive and being realistic and the old "I walked five miles to baseball practice" and be telling the truth. 

Mickey & Rodney talk about this bacon grease you can buy in stores called Bacon Up, how regular bacon has just as many chemicals in it as Bacon Up, another Google search and another past acquaintance that died, why Rodney & Rosalind didn't have a church wedding and another discussion on religion.

Mickey & Rodney talk about Rodney's wedding anniversary, the current mindset with marriage, how the circles you run in may affect your marriage, how it was hard to remember our anniversaries when we were newly married, our ever-changing calendars, using sticky notes to remind us of things and why we chose not to be landlords.

Rodney & Mickey talk about how you can't save the world and all you can do is try to set a high standard in life, being thankful for what you have, grandkids, the importance of naps as you get older, mowing the grass and the pains of aging.

Mickey G. & Rodney T. discuss if hard work pays off in the end, gentrification and how we let it happen, mutual acquaintances in museums, what's in it for me, economic power, being under the government's thumb and keeping hope alive.

Mickey G. & Rodney T. talk about people who use the wrong words on social media, the craziest voice message ever, people your age that look a lot older, radio commercials and the images they provoke, personal injury lawyer commercials, recent shootings, guns, guns, guns, jealousy in society and the public private school problem.

Rodney and Mickey talk about customer service, or lack of, don't be afraid to say you don't know the answer, communications, trust but verify and sometimes you just have to ask the question, all they can say is "no".

Mickey & Rodney talk about inflation, marketing, haircuts, shoe endorsements, sports business, Kevin Durant, Magic Johnson, rags to riches and more.

Mickey and Rodney talk about the politics of today, why people bring big dogs to crowded gatherings, what's appropriate wear for church and funerals, traditions with fashion and how just because they make it, doesn't mean you should wear it, Buc-ee's, Pappadeaux's and the cost of eating out. 

Mickey G. & Rodney T. talk about folks taking advantage of free handouts, you need a place to stay, but you have a pet pig, life choices, sometimes you have to help yourself, giving back, can you really be anything you want to be in this country and "It is what it is"

Mickey and Rodney talk about career choices, corporate restructures that ruin your retirement plans, folks that don't seem to take having a job seriously, when your main goal in life is to draw disability and how it's hard to feel sorry for folks that screw up a good job. 

Mickey and Rodney bring up some old military terms and acronyms as they discuss selling cars, the role of fathers as consultants, giving your kids driving lessons, going to the movies and current politics. 

Mickey & Rodney talk about how there is always something to do, or a problem, when you are a homeowner. Whether it's leaky roofs, backed-up toilets or faulty water softeners, owning your own home keeps you busy. They also discuss technology and how different credit card readers require different actions. Do you tap it, slide it or stick it in...it just depends on the card reader. 

Mickey G. & Rodney T. talk about the art of buying paper towels, those blue toilet bowl tablets versus the white ones, how grease seems to fly around the kitchen, our wives and their messy cooking, washing dishes through the years, how we have gone away from serving bowls for meals and that good old country cooking.

Mickey & Rodney talk about the recent CNN Trump interview, how we're getting less food, for more money and how you can spend a hundred dollars for just paper towels and toilet paper.

Mickey & Rodney talk about how that young attitude that you can change the world changes to "I don't care" as you get older, how to choose your battles, a negative opinion of integration, Critical Race Theory, is Santa Claus white, giving back, the labor force and more lessons learned in the military.

Rodney and Mickey talk about those Big Booty Reels that appear on Facebook, Black performers trying to break into the C&W world, the changes in music in general, Gunsmoke & Miss Kitty and the portrayals of Black in ads, movies and TV programs.

In this episode the guys are all over the place.  They talk about artificial intelligence and how its taking over our lives, including Google searches, Alexa, and Facebook. They pay tribute to Bobby Caldwell and recount their days shopping at a local record shop, the days of being harassed by Olan Mills for portraits, hairstyles, Prince Harry and more...

Mickey and Rodney talk about their Air Force experience with pharmaceutical company representatives, the unique Air Force logistics system, resisting the temptation to violate the system for personal gains, what happens when you do wrong and get busted and the Air Force Office of Special Investigations and their undercover operations.

Mickey and Rodney talk about door-to-door salesmen, roof repairs, a stolen umbrella, how repairmen always seem to have the part that needs replacing on their truck, how telling the truth can be the best way for someone not to believe you, that hilarious shingles commercial, how our grandparents would be shocked at the "personal" commercials on TV today and the crazy world of pharmaceuticals. 

Mickey and Rodney talk about what we would do without cell phones, even though we did without them forever, a couple of cell phone bloopers, this crazy winter weather and the problems it causes, including snotty noses. We also talk about how to battle the winter snots with the old-fashioned Vick's Inhaler and Robitussin. And by the way, what do you chase your Robitussin with , you can't drink that stuff straight!!!

Mickey and Rodney talk about the differences between the genders, especially when it comes to our wives, how it's best to hold your tongue sometimes, the stress of a military career and a family and the things we've learned over the years.

Rodney's talking about my Cowboys again!!! We also discuss race relations in America, road rage, how things can go bad when everybody has a gun and how Mickey thought he was about to witness a fight at the Post Office.

Mickey & Rodney talk about Mickey's good fortune (maybe), Facebook activities, Reality TV, those lovely ladies and media and the Black community.

Mickey and Rodney talk about why they moved Thursday Night Football to Amazon Prime, what "streaming" means, sensationalized social media, clickbait, cell phone scams and how subscription services will automatically renew unless you cancel them.

Mickey & Rodney talk about the way they seem to notice every mistake when people talk or when reading stories, how this "gender neutral" generation makes addressing some people complicated, Prince Harry and his marriage, the Royal Family, the latest NBA cheating scandal and other random thoughts.

Mickey & Rodney talk about those instances where you completely lose your train of thought during a conversation, brain exercises, how what food is good for you has changed through the years, and why as you get older, your conversation is more about your ailments and illnesses, than anything else.

Mickey & Rodney talk about taking care of family members when they get old, our wishes when we get old and can't take care of ourselves, making final arrangements for our own final resting places, and we have a little fun talking about these serious, and somewhat sad, occasions.

Mickey & Rodney talk about old school music, (to include the group Maze), the TV show Unsung, how a lot of Black musical groups broke up because the lead singer wanted to go solo, unknown rumors about Marvin Gaye and them old days at concerts.

Rodney & Mickey talk about Serena Williams stepping away from tennis, that broke preacher that was berating his congregation because they weren't buying him Movado watches and other material things and Silk Sonic's remake of Love's Train.

Mickey & Rodney talk about the current political scene, playing life's "games", The FBI, how things used to be when Blacks were organized, Reverend Al, do your own homework and trust, but verify.

Mickey and Rodney talk about their favorite named political candidate, Marshawn Lynch's recent DUI arrest, Serena Williams announced retirement, shopping at Sam's and using Metamucil.

Mickey G. & Rodney T. talk about ladies with long fingernails fixing our baloney sandwiches, how we dressed in the 70's, what does "business casual" really mean, just because they make it doesn't mean you should wear it and the prima donnas in the NBA.

Mickey & Rodney talk about their 4th of July holiday, barbequing in this heat, passing on the grilling gene, a good ol boloney sandwich, beanie weenies, political campaign ads, and why a state senator thought it was okay to twerk upside down on Twitter.

Mickey and Rodney talk about the heat, an Ol' G chatting up Rodney's wife, family medical issues, selling cars, proving your case in court and free agency in the NBA.

Mickey and Rodney talk about getting work done around the house, the games you sometimes have to play with contractors and the very exciting world of home flooring.

Mickey and Rodney talk about their adventures in car buying.

Mickey and Rodney take a look at the role religion plays in our lives and the questions it poses.

Mickey and Rodney talk about their declining interest in the NBA, how we can say there is nothing on TV when we have 300 channels to choose from, the unfortunate death of Kevin Samuels, the clothing store Citi Trends,  how genuine are all of those "Thank You For Your Service" remarks to veterans, destroying our parks, loud music, obnoxiously loud people and other things that irritate us.

Mickey & Rodney talk about standards for boyfriends and girlfriends, "what do people be thinking", computers and loss of privacy, squatters. mortgage rip-offs, be careful what you search for, talking about the good old days, Tiger Woods and have obituaries become required reading.

Mickey & Rodney talk about the slap Will Smith placed on Chris Rock, cheating, how could you cheat on Beyonce, it's cheaper to keep her and treating all people the same, 

The discussion this episode focuses on dealing with the younger generation, Honest John, the family dynamics Majic Johnson and Dwyane Wade have to navigate with their sons and other things. 

Mickey and Rodney talk about the hazards of playing football and sports in general, decisions our kids make, personal bankers, this new generation of ladies and their choices and the significance of the 1st. & 15th.

Mickey & Rodney discuss spam phone calls, junk email, junk mail, the NBA All-Star game, the NBA in general, auto-renewal for media products, Un-cut Rap music versus old-time Blues, Waymon Tisdale and more.

Mickey and Rodney talk about the "other white meat", contradictory "facts", common sense, ATM fees, using cash versus credit cards, helping the elderly, Amazon, Facebook, the winter Olympics and British sports.

Mickey and Rodney talk about the COVID-19 Vaccine, flu-shots, abortion, the war in Ukraine, NATO, gas prices, inflation, home ownership, investing and the January 6th insurrection.

Mickey G. & Rodney T. talk about their issues with technology, allergies and sinus problems, this crazy weather, how the pandemic spawned a trend in designer masks and a little discussion about divine intervention. 

Mickey & Rodney talk about the state of affairs in the NFL when it comes to Black coaches and General Managers, racism in corporate America, Capitalism, the LA Lakers, NASCAR, carrying on traditions, Deion Sanders, dream killers and more.

Unintentionally, Mickey and Rodney discuss why they have resisted requests to discuss financial management on their podcast. They were just having a mutual discussion when they realized the app was recording, so, they just went with this very unscripted episode.

Mickey and Rodney take a look back at an old classic sit-com, Sanford & Son, and how the show was not "politically correct" and the noticeable difference in body shapes compared to female actresses of today. They also discuss the recent controversary as a result of Brian Flores' lawsuit against the NFL and the ongoing issue of Black coaches and general managers in the NFL. 

Mickey & Rodney talk about their adventures and memories from their time stationed in England. This includes Mickey's "unpleasant" bus ride from Heathrow Airport, American fast food in England, the art of "driving on the wrong side of the road" and how non-native Americans often retain their accents.

Rodney takes a lighthearted jab at his eldest son, and both Mickey & Rodney talk about prenuptial agreements, obtaining credit when they were young, the bliss of being newlyweds and travel nightmares.

Mickey G. & Rodney T. talk about the saga of Christmas decorations, the frustrations with yard work, making New Year resolutions, snotting versus sweating and more....

Mickey & Rodney talk about the holiday season; what not to get your wife for Christmas, why women are so much better at gift giving and the frustrations that falling leaves can bring.

Mickey and Rodney talk about adventures during their military careers, the pride of serving our country, the advantages a military career can bring, offering options versus advice and encouraging everyone to put in the work before making major decisions. 

Rodney talks about eating that "strange food" at Big Mama's House,  Mickey talks about his French dinner being called a "Big Chicken Nugget and don't confuse PAM with SPAM and they both take a funny look at southern delicacies, international food, Jack-In-The-Box, Boy Scouts and fishing.

Mickey G. & Rodney T. rap about the Thanksgiving holiday, including family members who have to eat Chitlins on Thanksgiving. They also talk about Oxtail Soup, goat meat, seeing live animals killed for dinner, name brand products versus the generics and more. Peace.

Mickey G. & Rodney T. talk about car features of the 80's that were standard (or optional) back then, that people make fun of now. 

Mickey G. & Rodney T. talk about getting old, old folks homes and when snoring becomes more than just a nuisance.

Mickey G. and Rodney T. talk about things that have almost become obsolete, like mail, home phones and car navigation...and what's up with these charities?

Mickey G. and Rodney T. continue their discussion of daytime TV, judge shows, and reality TV and why they have a large audience, despite the criticisms. 

Mickey G. and Rodney T. talk about daytime talk shows and judge shows, and despite our criticisms, why we still watch.

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Mickey G. and Rodney T. talk about the recently released Rolling Stone Magazine top 500 songs opinion survey and give their on take on a few songs that should have been closer to the top.  They also discuss old Black movies and the characters (especially the ladies) that played in those movies. They also talk about telephones with "party lines". 

Mickey G. and Rodney T. talk about older athletes that didn't know when to retire, for good.