June 30, 2025

Ben Flickin to Dean | 332

Ben Flickin to Dean | 332

In this lively episode of the Boomer Bunker, hosts John Jamingo and Duchess kick off with their trademark humor and take-no-prisoners approach to current events, pop culture, and personal anecdotes.

The episode starts on a high note, discussing the evolving world of music covers—think bluegrass takes on rock classics and “porn karaoke”—with quirky asides about favorite local bands and personalities. The hosts connect with their audience, inviting them to join live recordings for a more engaging experience.

A significant portion of the episode delves into hot-button political issues, including the Trump administration’s changes to Haitian immigration policy, the controversy surrounding temporary protected status, and the heated reactions from both sides of the aisle. John and Duchess tackle these topics with their usual unfiltered flair, mixing in banter about family, pets, and show traditions.

Healthcare and medications receive the Bunker treatment, with candid discussions about prescription costs, insurance grievances, and amusing advice from friends. The hosts also rage against local New Jersey policies—especially the plastic bag ban—questioning its real environmental benefit with plenty of comedic frustration.

Listeners are treated to a rapid-fire blend of stories, including a news clip remix, a debate on vaccine policy and pediatric care, and viral social media phenomena. Highlighted segments feature humorous listener voicemails, podcast community shoutouts, and in-depth shoutouts to fellow indie podcasters—from “Wheelbarrow Full of Dicks” to the “Old Man’s Podcast.”

A recurring theme of the episode is community, encompassing the importance of listener engagement, behind-the-scenes podcast production chatter, and playful feuds with online personalities. The Duchess’s signature laugh even gets its audio supercut.

With satirical takes on everything from blue waffles to the latest cancel-culture debates, this episode is a perfect showcase of the Boomer Bunker’s blending of irreverent comedy, opinionated commentary, and genuine connection with the bunker-dwelling audience. Perfect for fans who like their talk radio raw, honest, and laugh-out-loud funny.

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  • Lighthearted intro, podcast banter, music covers ("Hillbilly Renegade", bluegrass ACDC), and audience invite – 00:00:03  
  • Local bands “Frankie Goes to Dollywood” and “Hazy Dixie” music mashups, porn karaoke – 00:01:33  
  • Schedule changes, live recording details, and audience flexibility – 00:02:32  
  • Haitian immigration, Trump and Biden policies, temporary protective status debate – 00:03:09  
  • Commentary on social media personalities and comedy podcasts – 00:05:44  
  • Cheese tarot readings and quirky podcast guests – 00:06:08  
  • Listeners skipping through interviews, show notes, and timestamps discussion – 00:06:50  
  • Discussion on • Lighthearted intro, podcast banter, music covers ("Hillbilly Renegade", bluegrass ACDC), and audience invite – 00:00:03  
  • Local bands “Frankie Goes to Dollywood” and “Hazy Dixie” music mashups, porn karaoke – 00:01:33  
  • Schedule changes, live recording details, and audience flexibility – 00:02:32  
  • Haitian immigration, Trump and Biden policies, temporary protective status debate – 00:03:09  
  • Commentary on social media personalities and comedy podcasts – 00:05:44  
  • Cheese tarot readings and quirky podcast guests – 00:06:08  
  • Listeners skipping through interviews, show notes, and timestamps discussion – 00:06:50  
  • Discussion on Manjaro and Zepbound medications, side effects, and insurance gripes – 00:07:17  
  • New Jersey plastic bag ban frustrations, reusable bag debate, and Governor Murphy criticism – 00:09:47  
  • Audience interaction, inside jokes, and “Governor Fuck Face” talk – 00:10:27  
  • Producer Mike’s “Duchess laugh” audio supercut and show humor montage – 00:15:52  
  • Vaccine skepticism, RFK on Tucker Carlson, Hepatitis B at birth debate – 00:18:56  
  • News skepticism, new bills, Idaho shooting case, and mainstream media trust – 00:24:15  
  • Silly viral moments: Tornado-driving lady, prank gone wrong with blue bath dye – 00:28:16  
  • “Blue waffle” meme explanation and internet jokes – 00:32:37  
  • YouTube comedy, Kermit the Frog on Omegle, viral video reactions – 00:34:00  
  • Political rants, Trump/Biden “cult” accusations, identity politics, and economic policies – 00:41:16  
  • Abortion, children’s health, transgender debate, and social issues hot takes – 00:54:15  
  • Listener voicemails, community engagement, and joke submissions – 01:12:17  
  • Nostalgia: Blue’s Clues host Steve’s new podcast and 90s/2000s children’s media – 01:13:37
  • Pee Wee Herman, Death to Smoochie, Mystery Men, pop culture nostalgia – 01:17:56  
  • Podcast community shoutouts and behind-the-scenes production talk – 01:23:04  
  • Closing banter, Eric’s appearance, discord between personalities, and send-off – 01:41:44  
  • and Zepbound medications, side effects, and insurance gripes – 00:07:17  
  • New Jersey plastic bag ban frustrations, reusable bag debate, and Governor Murphy criticism – 00:09:47  
  • Audience interaction, inside jokes, and “Governor Fuck Face” talk – 00:10:27  
  • Producer Mike’s “Duchess laugh” audio supercut and show humor montage – 00:15:52  
  • Vaccine skepticism, RFK on Tucker Carlson, Hepatitis B at birth debate – 00:18:56  
  • News skepticism, new bills, Idaho shooting case, and mainstream media trust – 00:24:15  
  • Silly viral moments: Tornado-driving lady, prank gone wrong with blue bath dye – 00:28:16  
  • “Blue waffle” meme explanation and internet jokes – 00:32:37  
  • YouTube comedy, Kermit the Frog on Omegle, viral video reactions – 00:34:00  
  • Political rants, Trump/Biden “cult” accusations, identity politics, and economic policies – 00:41:16  
  • Abortion, children’s health, transgender debate, and social issues hot takes – 00:54:15  
  • Listener voicemails, community engagement, and joke submissions – 01:12:17  
  • Nostalgia: Blue’s Clues host Steve’s new podcast and 90s/2000s children’s media – 01:13:37  Pee Wee Herman, Death to Smoochie, Mystery Men, pop culture nostalgia – 01:17:56  
  • Podcast community shoutouts and behind-the-scenes production talk – 01:23:04  
  • Closing banter, Eric’s appearance, discord between personalities, and send-off – 01:41:44