
Episode #136
The Retirement Blueprint: Write Your Next Chapter
In this episode, we sit down with Brian Brady, former police officer, corporate security executive, and now acclaimed crime novelist, to discuss the journey of reinventing yourself after retirement. Brian shares stories from his fascinating life—spanning the eclectic streets of Berkeley, the scenic vistas of New Mexico, and executive roles at NBCUniversal and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art—and how these diverse experiences became the inspiration behind his compelling crime fiction. Our host delves into Brian's transition from law enforcement and corporate life to writing books like Oh, What a Tangled Web , Hiding in Plain Sight , Greed , Fog City Stories , and his latest, Still Waters Run Deep . Brian offers candid insight into the creative process, from gathering anecdotes in a notebook to overcoming the challenges of dialogue and descriptive writing. The conversation takes a heartfelt turn as the host shares her own story about her mother’s unpublished journals, leading Brian to reflect on the power of personal storytelling and memory. Whether you're considering writing your own life stories, exploring crime fiction, or simply looking for inspiration to try something new in retirement, this episode is filled with thoughtful advice and encouragement for listeners at every stage of life. For more about Brian’s books, visit goldengatetales.com , and discover additional author recommendations for true crime and crime fiction fans. Visit: https://goldengatetales.com SeniorLivingGuide.com Podcast sponsored by LIVDRY & TerraBella Senior Living The background music is written, performed, and produced exclusively by purple-planet.com. https://www.purple-planet.com/ SeniorLivingGuide.com Webinars and Podcast represents the opinions and expertise of our guests. The content here is for informational and educational purposes. It does not necessarily represent the views, recommendations, opinions or advice of Fairfax Publishing/SeniorLivingGuide.com or its employees


