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My Boomer Buddies Podcast Telling It Like It Was And Is!

I visit weekly with my boomer buddy friends and we cover nostalgic and current topics from our boomer perspectives. We tell it like it was and is!

We recall and discuss popular culture through topics, such as music, television, movies, lifestyles and much more - all through a nostalgic lense. There will also be spotlights on My Boomer Buddies. Each of us will share what it was like growing up as Boomers and how we became who they are now. We all turned out OK ... even though we drank from garden hoses, rode our bikes without helmets, and didn't sit in kiddie car seats. We also talk about the world we live in now. We may sound a bit curmudgeonly, but hey, we have earned that right! After all, we have gone through a lot and, with all that experience, we can now "see around corners"! Come and listen in to us old-timers. You may learn something... At the least, you'll get in some laughs and make some new - old friends!

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My Boomer Buddies Podcast: S3 E4: Love Boat. Come On Board, We're Expecting You!

December 11, 2025 • Rick Reed/John Hayes • Season 3 • Episode 4

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The Love Boat

Show Notes

Keywords

The Love Boat, classic TV shows, nostalgia, cruise industry, guest stars, 70s television, romantic comedy, TV history, Boomer culture, iconic theme songs,

Summary

In this episode of My Boomer Buddies, host Rick Reed and guest John Hayes delve into the classic TV show The Love Boat. They explore its history, main characters, and the impact it had on the cruise industry. The conversation highlights memorable guest stars, the show's iconic theme song, and the nostalgic feelings it evokes for viewers. The discussion also touches on the show's multi-generational appeal and its role in shaping perceptions of cruising.

Takeaways

The Love Boat aired from 1977 to 1986, featuring 250 episodes.
The show was based on a book by Geraldine Saunders, who was a cruise ship hostess.
Main characters included Captain Stubing, Dr. Bricker, and Julie McCoy.
The show featured numerous guest stars, appealing to both young and older audiences.
The Love Boat is credited with rejuvenating the cruise industry, making it more popular.
The theme song, sung by Jack Jones, became a hit single in 1979.
The show had a unique format with three interwoven storylines per episode.
Many guest stars were past their prime, adding a nostalgic element to the show.
The show was known for its light-hearted humor and positive energy.
The Love Boat remains a beloved classic, evoking fond memories for viewers.

Sound Bites

"The show is basically a romantic comedy."
"I enjoyed his character also."
"The show had something for everybody."

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