Happiest Retirees Podcast
1) The Final Chapter: Retiree Reinvention & The Launch Of Tryin' Ryan
In the final episode of the Happiest Retirees Podcast, we celebrate the show's journey and launch into our next adventure: the Tryin' Ryan YouTube series. Hear from vibrant retirees like Jill Smith En...Show More
2) Retirement’s New Era: How to Thrive in a Life Chapter That Never Existed Before with Eric Thurman
Retirement today isn’t what it used to be—it's a whole new life chapter! People are spending 20, 25, even 30 years in retirement. So, how do you make those years truly fulfilling? It’s not just about ...Show More
3) Final Approach: A Pilot’s Viral Send-Off and the Flight Plan for a Thriving Retirement with Mark Hardcastle
A legendary airline captain’s final flight, a viral send-off, and the unexpected turbulence of retirement—this episode snaps your seat back and tray table into their full upright position. After 40 ye...Show More
4) From Burnout to Revival: How Dr. Jordan Grumet Resuscitated His Purpose and Retirement
We’ve all had jobs we didn’t want. I just never considered the idea that doctors might feel that way, too. We tend to elevate them to some higher status, but they’re human, too. In today’s episode, I ...Show More
5) From Ad Exec To Cartoonist: Retirement Laughs & Lessons In Barcelona With Darryl Kluskowski
What happens when a creative powerhouse trades the ad world for a life of storytelling, adventure, and clumsy Spanish in Barcelona? I sat down with Darryl Kluskowski—award-winning cartoonist and child...Show More
6) Staying Social, Staying Sharp: Gail Zugerman On Growing Older With Gusto
Gail Zugerman is a podcaster, golfer, book club enthusiast, and advocate for aging with purpose. She gave me insights from her show Growing Older with Gusto, highlighting the power of social connectio...Show More
7) An Open Mind On The Open Road: Traveling With Mike Taylor
Mark Twain may be the father of American literature. He’s got a million great quotes; even the apocryphal ones are good. A particularly penetrating one leans into the importance of travel. He called i...Show More
8) From Someday to Today: Retirement in Portugal With Cynthia Wilson & Craig Bjork
Chef Cynthia Wilson and Craig Bjork had envisioned retiring to Portugal "someday," but when COVID brought their bustling food truck business to a halt, "someday" became "today." Despite their contrast...Show More
9) Boomer Grandma With A Little Edge With Shannon Nelson
Every generation tends to blame the one prior for its problems. Right now, the Baby Boomers are taking most of the heat. Today’s guest empathizes with the premise, but she has a few notes. Inspired b...Show More
10) MARTA: Public Transportation For Retirees
On my first date with my future wife, I picked her up in an Uber. I played it off as a romantic gesture, but the truth was that I didn’t own a car. I’d given it up because I love public transportation...Show More