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Hosted by Colin · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 20 episodes
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We are chatting to folk who have a really active and meaningful life since retiring. We want to find out how they did it - and what we can learn
Colin hosts The Encore Years - How to succeed in retirement, a business show with 20 episodes published.
From Oxford University to a high flying career in finance, becoming FD of CEGB and The National Grid. Retiring early, he created a portfolio career as the chairman of small companies. After achieving a degree in divinity
Retirement doesn’t mean slowing down. Quite the reverse. Make the most of every moment. Vince has 200,000 followers on social media in China, lecturing at universities, as well as finding time to write books and visit Ch
Steve’s advice: try something new and if it doesn’t work for you - change it. He is relearning the piano, taking lessons left behind as a 12 year old. Helping to look after 6 grandchildren, volunteering for the National
Ray, a retired lecturer, now a Queer Tango enthusiast and historian, has great advice for others. He expresses the euphoria of learning to sing and performing in public Go gently into retirement - don't fall off a cliff.
Have you ever wondered how scams target different age groups? Pat, with a background in IT, now spends his time educating about romance scams and online fraud—something most of us only hear about in the news. His story p
Izzy thought retirement would be easy, but it came as a shock to begin with; no purpose or direction. Then volunteering at a hospice, gardening and caring for others, gave her a mission. And now with a whole host of furt
David has chaired a £40m charity fund, designed to improving the lives of others. His advice to other retirees: understand the needs of others and use your skills to enhance lives. Find your purpose. And his surprising a
Follow your interests, stay fit, keep active and engaged. A prolific and successful author of historical fiction and ghost writer. A keen gardener, growing fruit, vegetables and flowers. Daily walking and cycling for fit
Retirement has given Jane many opportunities to make new beginnings. After a midlife career change from banking to teaching, retirement gave her opportunities to work in the community and the Church in a variety of ways.
Michael's journey is packed with original insights which will inspire you In this episode, he reveals how staying active, talking with people, cultivating positivity and resilience, and embracing change transformed his l
James ran his dental practice for 32 years, then faced a heart attack that changed his outlook forever. Retirement isn’t just about stopping work — it’s about crafting a life you love. He fixed up his house, lost six sto
Ever thought about how your habits shape your happiness — and how easy it is to change them? Here's what we learned from a former leadership coach turned author. Retirement isn’t about stepping away — it’s about stepping
Sometimes, it’s about more than just stopping work — it’s about intentionally filling your life with purpose. Claire’s secret? The 5 H’s: Health, Hobbies, Happiness, Household, and Helping others. She found joy in garden
Retirement isn’t the end, it’s a new beginning — but what really makes it fulfilling? When Mark retired from the oil industry, he didn’t just settle; he dived into music, learning instrument repair and community projects
From GP to Grand Plans: Chris's Encore Join Chris Smith as he navigates the transformative journey of retirement in "The Encore Years." From his days as a GP in West London to embracing new passions and challenges, Chris
Having spent his working life as an actor in TV and the theatre and running a drama school, retirement with limited income has its challenges. His superb positive attitude and his solutions are original and innovative an
Retirement isn’t about slowing down — it’s about building a new community and finding your new ‘thrive mode.’ After 60 years in one place, Joe and his wife moved to Scotland, to be with their daughter and family embracin
Volunteering is a fundament of Peter’s extraordinary life. His lessons and advice are a must for those approaching retirements. Throughout his life, Peter has worked at home and abroad helping others and continues to do
Ever retired early and thought, "Now what?" From military bases to the Royal Household, David's story proves it's never too late to reinvent yourself. After retiring at 54, he didn't slow down—he started new careers, pla
Colin founded the Twickenham Repair Café and built up a close-knit family of 50 loyal and dedicated volunteers, along with many thousands of followers. In his earlier employment, he often worked alone, quietly concealing
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The Encore Years - How to succeed in retirement is hosted by Colin. The show is categorised under business (careers) and has published 20 episodes.
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