Sep 24, 202616 min
What if the way you think about aging is actually shaping how you age? In this episode, Chris Daems explores the groundbreaking "Counterclockwise Study" by Ellen Langer, revealing how mindset, environment, and the...
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What Happens Next
Hosted by Chris Daems · health · EN
About this Podcast:
Many of us are living longer than ever before. For some of us this has changed the way we look at our futures. For a few of us, the concept of a conventional 'retirement' is extinct. Instead we want to define for ourselves 'what happens next' in our lives.We believe that this means looking at the components which make a life well lived, and making improvements in these areas of our lives. This podcast is designed to support you on this journey, regardless of what you're aiming for.What Happens Next is up to you. However we'd love to help you along the way.
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What is What Happens Next about?
Many of us are living longer than ever before. For some of us this has changed the way we look at our futures. For a few of us, the concept of a conventional 'retirement' is extinct. Instead we want to define for ourselves 'what happens next' in our lives.
Who hosts What Happens Next?
What Happens Next is hosted by Chris Daems. The show has published 97 episodes to date.
What has What Happens Next covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Episode 97 - You Are Ageing Wrong The Story Shaping Your Retiremen." (24 September 2026, 16 minutes), "Episode 96 - Life After Loss Navigating Grief and Creating Your Life Map" (17 September 2026, 63 minutes), and "Episode 95 - Tiny Experiments A Low-Stakes Way to Plan Your Next Chapter" (10 September 2026, 18 minutes).
How often does What Happens Next publish?
What Happens Next publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 37 minutes across 97 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on What Happens Next?
Booking probability for What Happens Next is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. What Happens Next requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. What Happens Next's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch What Happens Next?
The strongest fits for What Happens Next are Family & Social Services. What Happens Next has a health audience.
About the host
Chris Daems hosts What Happens Next, a health podcast with 97 episodes published.
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Sep 17, 20261h 3mDavid Reeve discusses his groundbreaking work helping people navigate major life losses and transitions. This conversation goes beyond financial planning to address the emotional and practical aspects of rebuilding life...
Sep 10, 202618 minIn this episode of What Happens Next, Chris Daems unpacks why small, time-limited, and reversible actions help you navigate change with clarity and confidence. Instead of betting everything on one big, irreversible...
Sep 3, 20261 hourRoland Butcher and Dr Sasha Sutherland share honest insights about finding balance in your 50s and 60s, touching on topics that many of us struggle with quietly. This conversation explores how life gets busy, how we...
Aug 27, 202612 minIn this episode of What Happens Next, host Chris Daems explores the idea of the "third place", somewhere that is not home or work but gives you community, connection, routine, and a sense of belonging. For decades, work...
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Aug 20, 20261h 7mWhat does it truly mean to be wealthy and how can we build a meaningful life beyond work, money and traditional retirement? In this episode of What Happens Next, host Chris Daems speaks with Gavin Dixon, leader of...
Aug 13, 202614 minWhen was the last time you learned something that genuinely changed the way you think? In this episode of What Happens Next, host Chris Daems explores why lifelong learning is one of the most important investments you...
Aug 6, 20261h 2mIn this episode of What Happens Next, host Chris Daems speaks with author and business founder Hugo Brooks about ambition, success and how our goals evolve through our 50s, 60s and beyond. After more than 30 years...
Jul 30, 202616 minIn this episode of What Happens Next, host Chris Daems explores the science and practical benefits of journaling — and why taking time to reflect could be one of the most powerful habits you develop as you move through...
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Episode 88 - Feeling Stuck After 50 How to Reinvent Yourself and Find Purpose Again
Jul 23, 202656 minAre you feeling stuck in your 50s or 60s? Wondering what comes next but unsure where to start? In this episode of What Happens Next, Chris Daems shares a powerful idea that can help you move forward without making...
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Episode 87 - How to Navigate Life Change, Find Purpose & Rewrite Your Story After 50
Jul 16, 20261h 11mIn this episode of What Happens Next, host Chris Daems speaks with transformational coach Geoff Sober about navigating life change, finding purpose, and creating a more meaningful next chapter in your 50s, 60s and...
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Episode 86 - Your Past Holds the Key to a Better Retirement Try This 30 Minute Exercise
Jul 9, 202611 minWhat if the key to a happier retirement isn't found by looking ahead but by looking back? In this episode of What Happens Next, Chartered Financial Planner Chris Daems shares a simple but powerful 30-minute exercise...
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Episode 85 - The Hidden Cost of Business Success Family, Identity & Life After Entrepreneurship
Jul 2, 202651 minWhat happens when you've built a successful business… but realise it may have come at a cost? In this episode of What Happens Next, host Chris Daems sits down with entrepreneur, accountant and family business adviser...
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Episode 84 - The FREE Personality Test That Could Transform Your Next Chapter Discover Your Hidden Strengths
Jun 25, 202610 minIn this episode, Chris Daems explores the science behind character strengths and explains why understanding what naturally energises you is one of the most powerful tools for designing a meaningful future. Rather than...
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Episode 83 - How To Plan A Happy Retirement Week Structure, Purpose & Wellbeing After Work
Jun 18, 202616 minWhat does a good week actually look like after you stop working? In this episode of What Happens Next, Chris Daems explores one of the most overlooked parts of retirement planning: how you'll spend your time. Most...
Jun 12, 20261 hourWhat could derail your business and your future when everything seems to be going right? In this episode of What Happens Next, host Chris Daems sits down with business protection expert Nathaniel Lee to uncover the...
Jun 5, 202617 minRetirement should bring freedom, energy and a better quality of life, but stopping work can also remove the routines that quietly support your physical health. In this episode of What Happens Next, Chris Daems explores...
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Episode 80 - Business Exit Planning | How to Sell Your Company and Prepare for Life After
May 28, 202653 minPeter shares 40 years of business experience, including successful exits, failed ventures, and lessons learned from both victories and setbacks. This comprehensive discussion covers the critical factors business owners...
May 21, 202613 minMost people spend years planning how to retire financially, but far less time thinking about what they are actually retiring to. In this episode of What Happens Next, host Chris Daems shares six powerful questions to...
May 14, 202659 minWhat does it really mean to live a wealthy life especially in your 50s, 60s, and beyond? In this episode of What Happens Next, host Chris Daems sits down with author, coach, and minister David Scarlet for a powerful...
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