Topics of interest about lifestyle
Baby Boomer and creator of the worldwide, “EMBRACE THE BOOM” Movement, Bill Jordan stands up for Old Men everywhere and denounces the myth of “the Grumpy Old Man”. Ok, there are some, but Bill refuses to accept that age has anything to do with it —well, not much anyway…and he’ rallying a person or two … Read more
Just because you’re old enough to pick out your own pet doesn’t mean you should opt for an animal inappropriate for your age…Our humorist and philosopher, Bill Jordan, discusses whether SENIORS should have exotic pets –and other subjects including dog people and cat people! Enjoy! For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go … Read more
Behind the popularity of a hit TV Series “FEUD: Capote vs the Swans” lies the real story of high society doyennes set in a top NY restaurant of the 1960s. As a writer and food critic, John Mariani gives a historical perspective to both the characters and the prevailing social atmosphere. An interesting look at … Read more
La Grenouille closes! The End of Haute Cuisine? When the vaunted La Grenouille restaurant closed in NYC in 2023 many culinary savants thought it was the end of fine dining in America. Food and travel writer, John Mariani, editor of the weekly newsletter, The Virtual Gourmet, explains why that is not the case. For more … Read more
We all know one–someone who gets behind the keyboard and thinks they’re a stealth CRITIC ! Why the negativity? Bill discusses why some people go ‘Kommando” and offers some advice to all of us! For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order Bill’s new book, Also … Read more
What’s the difference between Tequila and Mezcal…and WHY to some of these spirits COST so much $$$ ? Food and travel writer John Mariani gives you a down to earth explanation with very useful information and some fascinating history on these South-of-The -Border Spirits For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to … Read more
Our friend and Baby-Boomer Philosopher, Bill Jordan, reminds us of one of his best practices for living and enjoying life…Keep it Simple –and he explains in his unique style why it’s such good advice! For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order Bill’s new book, Also … Read more
Is there a reason Delmonico’s in NY has remained the oldest restaurant in the US? The answer lies not only lies in the history of the institution according to food and travel writer, John Mariani. You’ll be impressed with his first-hand knowledge and appreciate his reasoning! For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And … Read more
When you “Retire” sometimes every day feels like Saturday! Many enjoy that new-found freedom but many others find it adds stress to their life…Bill Jordan discusses the good and bad of having every day feel like Saturday (a day off) –and what to do about it. For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom … Read more
Yes, some wines do better with age…but Which ones?…and how old ? John Mariani addresses the question from a practical point of view while putting to rest some old myths about aging wine! This is a frank discussion all wine lovers should listen to! For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to … Read more