Episode 004 - 1974 Co-Hosted with Bruce Cole

This week on Tubular Time Machine, we’re cranking the dial all the way back to 1974 — a year of bell bottoms, Watergate headlines, and the fizzy surprise of Pop Rocks. Joining me for this nostalgic ride is none other than Bruce Cole — a beloved educator with 23 years in business, marketing, and information technology, who’s gearing up for retirement. But before he trades in his lesson plans for a leash and chew toys (he’s also a labradoodle breeder and lifelong dog lover), Bruce is here to relive what it was like to be 14 years old in one of the grooviest years of the decade.

Together, we’ll dive into the era of Hungry-Man dinners and the thrill of watching Muhammad Ali reclaim his crown. Bruce shares what it was like to witness streaking become a national obsession, and he reflects on the very real risk of twisting an ankle in platform shoes. From school dances to shag carpeting, this episode is packed with firsthand stories and unforgettable pop culture moments. So lace up those roller skates and hang on — 1974 is calling.

Episode 004 - 1974 with Co-Host Bruce Cole