Ol' Fools Talking Ol' Skool

In this episode Rodney & Mickey talk about Stephen A. Smith, Cam Newton, telling young kids to "Express Themselves", political commentators' opinions, Kevin Durant, voting and the game, Al Sharpton & Jessie Jackson, the Nolan Wells case, being careful on the big stages, so called friends and white supremacy.

Mickey & Rodney talk about the hot summer weather, the benefits of a good buffet restaurant, how etiquette has gone away, ICE stopping folks at the airport, Trump and lawsuits, Abbey Phillip, the future of political talk shows, CNN, gay political panelists, and news reporters and their images.

Rodney & Mickey talk about the benefits of resumes, work advice, being in the right place at the right time, getting your foot in the job market door and keeping it there, hoping you get a fair shake, and finding quality work.

Rodney and Mickey talk about taking care of a partner when debilitating health problems arise, do you abide by your marriage vows of Until Death Do You Part, not knowing how you would handle such situations until they occur, Black love and what it means, the role of money in pre-marital relationships, material things in relationships, how we both retired from the military without new jobs, but we didn't think much of it.

Mickey & Rodney continue their talk about the NBA, especially the San Antonio Spurs, new contracts and more money, free agency and how it has changed sports, how the European player fad has lessened, how Wemby needs a veteran to check him and how the NBA wants him to be the new face of the league, can Jalen Brunson keep it going like he did this year, how fine Alicia Keys is, has Nicki Minaj has faded away, Jay-Z and Michael Irvin.

In this episode Rodney T. & Mickey G. talk about the latest NBA Championship series.

Rodney & Mickey talk about the "Mighty" Mississippi River, underwater tunnels, the Golden Gate Bridge, Oakland, L.A., keeping your eyes on the road, California, the memories of past friends, not knowing the side hustles of workmates and major changes in life.

Mickey and Rodney talk about how our hair styles have changed through the years, along with the hair styles of our kids, when natural turns to nappy, when it's time to give up hair completely, how you have to compensate for shorter hair when it comes to keeping your head warm, the saga of hats, hooked to our cell phones, how some folks hate on you when you buy a new vehicle, the gas wars, vices in life, how casinos prosper in the poorest states and the legend of casinos in the water.  

Rodney T. & Mickey G. talk about the Iranian War and the naval blockade, why our President didn't talk to the people when the war first started, how attitudes about war has changed, folks who see no wrong, not listening to our bodies, when our equilibrium gets off, trying to convince our old selves to do outside work, not having handymen around like in the old days, how prices are going up, home upkeep, good looking girls who change themselves with piercings and tattoos and how things change between generations.

Rodney & Mickey talk about the Iran War, gas prices, Trump and Hegseth, war policies, the Democratic response, ICE, Hispanic beliefs, Immigration policy, the drug legacy, talking loud and saying nothing.

Mickey & Rodney talk about the Iranian war, not wishing bad things on anybody, No Kings, the role of religion during difficult times, being complicit by saying nothing, past civil rights leaders, Black Lives Matter, a capitalistic society, forgetting where we came from, helping others move up, not taking on responsibilities, but complaining, and military life. 

Mickey & Rodney talk about conspiracy theories, our culture and eating, mind over stomach, the animal kingdom, the 2026 NBA All-Star game, this new style of older women, critical thinking and memories of the good old days. 

Mickey & Rodney talk about sleep adventures, eye adventures, Medicare adventures, getting old adventures, Trump adventures, health adventures, war fighting and population control.

Rodney and Mickey talk about stupid things people do, the high cost of Ribeye steaks, paper towels and toilet paper, why are there so many different bundles of paper towels, COVID memories, lack of vaccinations, how military members got all vaccines available and we seem to be doing okay, bottled water inventory, losing Obama-care and capping credit card interest rates.

Rodney & Mickey talk about hiring quotas, messing up good opportunities, Black coaches hired to coach bad teams, moving people problems around, lessons in life, DEI, events with the current Administration, Michael Irvin, Stephen A. Smith and Nicki Minaj. 

Mickey & Rodney talk about celebrating New Year's Eve, losing Mickey's Uncle, Sherrone Moore and how race can affect perceptions and the results of these scandals, Black Lives Matter Oklahoma scandal, why do people who ascend to high positions do things that bring them down, just do the right thing and sometimes you just have to walk away.

Rodney & Mickey talk about some of the stranger things in life like the head of the Tennessee Department of Education not having a college degree, neither did Dick Chaney, the fact that a college degree isn't a panacea for success, school vouchers, the "have & have nots", white South African coming to this country, University of Texas football, Arch Manning, Vanderbilt football, Diego Pavia, Texas A&M and Johnny Manzel. 

Rodney & Mickey take a review of history including Einstein, the issues with a non-inclusive society, commercialization of society and religion, division among different ethnic groups and silly thoughts as a child.

Rodney and Mickey talk about the current President, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and lies, who and what you can believe and trust, news ain't what it used to be, stories on Facebook that are wrong or include modified religious depictions.

Rodney & Mickey continue their discussion of old age pains and the eventual cortisone shots, the good and bad of VA care, the many urgent care clinics, the effects of the government shutdown, actions of the current administration and the Epstein files.

After a break, Mickey G. & Rodney T. are back at it and talking about getting together as a family, dealing with elderly family members, hotel nightmares, the old home place and bathroom alternatives.

Rodney & Mickey talk about people doing customer service from home, going to pay bills just to get out of the house, going to stores and just walking around, what some folks wear to Walmart, old guys can still look, chasing folks and losing your life, caterpillar eyelashes, taking things to the extreme, just because they make it don't mean you should wear it, concert issues in Nashville and X-rated HipHop music. 

Rodney & Mickey talk about how we were often thought to be in the Army, forging our own path versus following someone else's, talking to the kids about the future, life decisions, I have no regrets, I wouldn't change a thing, think about it and move on, those bringing down our confidence, tomorrow's a new day, always thinking about how to better ourselves financially, donate to compensate, American Greed, the fear of losing mental capacity, cable programs and package deals, trying to save on luxuries and spoofing schemes.

Mickey & Rodney talk about pro sports contracts and all of the strings tied to them, family and money, ballers taking care of their families, different perspectives on making children pay you back, Cam Ward, taking pride in making it on your own, JC Penney Christmas catalog memories, seeing the world and realizing there is something better out there, hearing stories that help shape our lives and seeking better outcomes instead of waiting for things to happen. 

Rodney & Mickey talk about Stephen Jackson (former NBA player) and his prenuptial agreement controversy, is a man supposed to take care of his woman or is it on both of them, Shannon Sharpe and his lawsuit, bad decisions in marriage, Lawrence Taylor, Trump 6.0, Bruce Pearl, Cam Newton and the WNBA and parity with the NBA. 

Rodney & Mickey talk about how healthy eating habits have changed, Sanka coffee, wisdom teeth removal, how all doctors don't know everything, the Inspire sleep apnea treatment, money versus ethics, preaching and tithing, Reverand Ike, guilting congregations into giving, how some pastors receive their calling, Ghislaine Maxwell and President Trump, watching the weather more than the news, and rags in the sewage.

Rodney and Mickey talk about staying cool in the summer and the high electric bills, keeping the peace, lawncare, Internet misinformation, how health advice has changed over the years, what a fool believes, sleep patterns, what our kids do when we aren't around, Honey Nut Cheerios, Rodney and milk and black coffee.

Mickey & Rodney talk about their early Air Force years, not being a goody-two-shoes, speeding, the issue with the self-check at Walmart, wandering eyes, trying to be shy, the bombings in Iran, sleeper cells, tactics in Ukraine and sad state of affairs with the news media.

Mickey & Rodney talk about Facebook reels, the late Blues singer Mel Waiters, old days at Lackland AFB, how folks changed once they received a military commission, why everything happens for a reason, sacrifices we make, forks in the road and looking back and living to talk about it.

Rodney & Mickey continue their conversation on old school high school coaches, the interesting way some schools do graduation ceremonies, the frustration of people saving seats and cutting line at events, folks standing up all through a concert, how BluesFests are all blues anymore, the hidden meanings in blues songs and keeping an eye on kids when you're on the internet and being careful what you listen to when children are around. 

Mickey and Rodney talk about the NBA Championship, the NBA past and present and the history of the San Antonio Spurs.

Mickey & Rodney talked about the disrespect showed to Hakeem Olajuwon at the NCAA men's basketball finals, the Georgetown University men's basketball history, HBCU's, and a throw-back segment from 2021.

Rodney & Mickey talk about having clout at the job allows you to speak your mind, stereotypes in sports, talking trash, making judgements without knowledge of the game, playing the mental game with your kids, toughening kids up, coaching young kids in sports, playing games for fun versus to win, getting kids to play outside, Stephen Curry, Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith. 

Mickey & Rodney talk about retirement decisions, making a plan for retirement, my money versus our money, social security decision, fortunate with sacrifices, bladder and old age, don't play with peeing, you can't hold it, those times when you thought you went too far, life experiences, the second time around and the Obama administration and sexual orientation.

Mickey and Rodney continue their discussion on the current administration, the perils of politics, staying optimistic, military training and decision making, how time changes things, rinse and repeat, talking loud and saying nothing, education, more than one way to do things and using buzzwords.

Mickey & Rodney talk about Elon Musk, Donald Trump, the Europeans, history of world wars, how you should get people smarter than you as advisors, isolationism, Ukraine, Russia, confirmation hearings and militaries of the world.

Mickey & Rodney talk about the good old days, how "Father Time" is undefeated, LeBron James, NBA players that can't stay on the court, NBA players that are out of shape, how the NBA is a young man's game, bias sports reporting, being in the limelight and the scrutiny it brings, getting high with your kids and being a parent versus being a friend to your kids.

Mickey & Rodney talk about Microsoft Outlook problems, condolences to Angie Stone, lending a listening ear, dealing with death, comments about age, respect for age, animals are animals, and how time flies.

Mickey & Rodney talk about Black History and working, integration (good/bad), separate but not equal, bias and stereotypes, playing the game, common courtesy, dog poop, tracks in the snow and the mysterious leaves drama.

Mickey & Rodney talk about paternity suits, options for not having to worry about pregnancy, lifestyles and money, vindication, daytime TV, TikTok influencers, the ballon-popping game, fan's only pages, Facebook feeds and how far we have come and how far can we go.

Rodney & Mickey talk about the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day activities, Black Quarterbacks in the NFL, Lil Wayne's image, women's intuition, staying with a cheater for the money, famous people with gay children, sexual orientations, the difficult role of being a parent and how far does love go?

Mickey & Rodney talk about taking a financial interest in your future, not becoming a slave to the government, having minimal investment and expecting maximum return, choosing associates with no experience in a business and expecting good results, how it takes more than saying you have your own business for the business to be a success, establishing low expectations in life, the "Peter Principle", saving but also enjoying life, how much is enough, looking at the pros and cons before making a decision, wanting "name-brand" at times, looking for bargains and how folks can make comments about you and don't know anything about your world.

True to their Ol' SKool nature, Rodney and Mickey compare the past with the present and ask the question "Have things really changed". They talk about stars who have fallen, young stars and the mistakes they make, how may famous people are just a reflection of their environment, which might be good or bad. 

Mickey & Rodney talk about kids' interest in sports, playing multiple sports in high school, how some coaches don't want their star players playing multiple sports, the escalating salaries for high school coaches, the changes at Texas High, athletes moving around to get to better schools, traveling teams just to make money, back in the day sports, Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders.

Mickey & Rodney talk about college and pro football, celebrating while losing, young kids copying pro athletes, pushing kids into sports, and comic relief after watching kids playing sports at a young age.

Mickey & Rodney continue their discussion about the recent presidential election.

Mickey & Rodney continue their discussion of this year's election.

Mickey and Rodney spent this entire episode talking about the recent presidential election.

After taking some time off after the sudden passing of Mickey's brother, Mickey G. & Rodney T. have gotten back to talking Ol' Skool. In this episode they talk about how computers can be fussy if you don't use them for a while, the changing world of computer password maintenance, being notified that ID cards are expiring after they have expired, the VA ID system, the creepiness of getting a urine cup mailed to your home and the accuracy of in-home medical testing.   

Mickey and Rodney talk about customer service or lack of customer service; what are we teaching our kids; compliments when needed; dealing with the "human factor", lack of respect and contemplating food for the 4th of July.