Dying to Retire Podcast

In this episode, I dive into what seems to be the final blow to the Star Wars universe, fueled by Disney's relentless push of the Woke mind virus onto its audiences. Say goodbye to my childhood and the cherished memories of countless kids from the 1970s and early 1980s.

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Hi! I’m Doug. Welcome to my journey to retirement and beyond! After over 40 years in an eclectic career, I’m stepping away from the daily grind—and hopefully the Beltway traffic—to explore life in my wife’s home country of Guatemala. Join me as I share my experiences—both the successes and the mistakes—while navigating this exciting transition. If you enjoy the ride, please hit ‘Like,’ subscribe, and leave a comment. Thank you for joining me on this adventure!

*** This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. I am not a licensed financial advisor, retirement planner, or any other type of professional consultant. The content provided here is general information that may interest you but should not be considered personalized advice. Always consult with qualified professionals, such as financial advisors, retirement planners, or legal experts, before making decisions based on the information presented in this podcast or its associated comments section. Your financial and retirement situation is unique, and professional guidance is essential for making informed choices about your future.***

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#BossWitchesInSpace #PracticeRetirementItFeelsGood! ##childhoodmemories #childhood #wokemindvirus #childhoodmemories #starwars #wokemindvirus #scifi

In this captivating episode, I explore how my childhood dreams shaped my career path. Join me as I discuss my dream job as a kid, the twists my aspirations took, the career I ultimately pursued, whether I realized my childhood dream and my imaginative view of retirement from a young age. Don't miss this journey of self-discovery!

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Hi! I’m Doug. Welcome to my journey to retirement and beyond! After over 40 years in an eclectic career, I’m stepping away from the daily grind—and hopefully the Beltway traffic—to explore life in my wife’s home country of Guatemala. Join me as I share my experiences—both the successes and the mistakes—while navigating this exciting transition. If you enjoy the ride, please hit ‘Like,’ subscribe, and leave a comment. Thank you for joining me on this adventure!

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*** This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. I am not a licensed financial advisor, retirement planner, or any other type of professional consultant. The content provided here is general information that may interest you but should not be considered personalized advice.

Always consult with qualified professionals, such as financial advisors, retirement planners, or legal experts, before making decisions based on the information presented in this podcast or its associated comments section. Your financial and retirement situation is unique, and professional guidance is essential for making informed choices about your future.***

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#retirementdreams #retirementplanning #retirementincome #career #aspirations #childhoodmemories #childhooddreams

In this episode, I reflect on what I’ll miss about work: financial security, mental stimulation, and those awkward elevator rides with coworkers. But I won’t miss early mornings, stress, or the thrill of dodging micromanaging bosses. Goodbye, office chaos!

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Hi! I'm Doug. Welcome to my journey to retirement and beyond! After over 40 years in an eclectic career, I'm stepping away from the daily grind and, hopefully, the Beltway traffic to explore life in my wife's home country of Guatemala. Join me as I share my experiences, successes, and mistakes while navigating this exciting transition. If you enjoy the ride, please hit 'Like,' subscribe, and leave a comment. Thank you for joining me on this adventure!

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*** This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. I am not a licensed financial advisor, retirement planner, or any other type of professional consultant. The content provided here is general information that may interest you but should not be considered as personalized advice. Always consult with qualified professionals, such as financial advisors, retirement planners, or legal experts, before making decisions based on the information presented in this podcast or its associated comments section. Your financial and retirement situation is unique, and professional guidance is essential for making informed choices about your future.***

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#retirement #retirementplanning #retirementstrategy #retiredhusband #workingfromhome #workingwife #retirementdreams #lifeafterretirement

Join me in this thrilling episode as I unveil my exciting journey of decluttering and downsizing my closet in preparation for retirement! Discover how the powerful 80/20 rule can revolutionize your wardrobe while exploring its limits.

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Hi! I’m Doug. Welcome to my journey to retirement and beyond! After over 40 years in an eclectic career, I’m stepping away from the daily grind—and hopefully the Beltway traffic—to explore life in my wife’s home country of Guatemala. Join me as I share my experiences—both the successes and the mistakes—while navigating this exciting transition. If you enjoy the ride, please hit ‘Like,’ subscribe, and leave a comment. Thank you for joining me on this adventure!

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*** This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. I am not a licensed financial advisor, retirement planner, or any other type of professional consultant. The content provided here is general information that may interest you but should not be considered personalized advice.

Always consult with qualified professionals, such as financial advisors, retirement planners, or legal experts, before making decisions based on the information presented in this podcast or its associated comments section. Your financial and retirement situation is unique, and professional guidance is essential for making informed choices about your future.***

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#PracticeRetirementItFeelsGood! #retireearly #retirementplans #declutteringmotivation #declutteryourspace #lifeafterretirement #retirementplanning #declutter

In this podcast, I review My Retirement Packet Checklist. Yes, it is here, and I am super excited. So let's review the checklist.

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Hi! I'm Doug. Welcome to my journey to retirement and beyond! After over 40 years in an eclectic career, I'm stepping away from the daily grind and, hopefully, the Beltway traffic to explore life in my wife's home country of Guatemala. Join me as I share my experiences, successes, and mistakes while navigating this exciting transition.

If you enjoy the ride, please hit 'Like,' subscribe, and leave a comment. Thank you for joining me on this adventure!

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*** This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. I am not a licensed financial advisor, retirement planner, or any other type of professional consultant. The content provided here is general information that may interest you but should not be considered personalized advice.

Always consult with qualified professionals, such as financial advisors, retirement planners, or legal experts, before making decisions based on the information presented in this podcast or its associated comments section. Your financial and retirement situation is unique, and professional guidance is essential for making informed choices about your future.***

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#retirement #retirementplanning #retirementstrategy #retiredhusband #workingfromhome #workingwife #retirementdreams #lifeafterretirement

In today’s short episode, we explore the humorous dynamics of retirement, where one partner sees a future couch potato while the other envisions freedom. We discuss whether banishment to the couch is really that bad and dive into the nuances of what makes a roast, using Jennifer Lawrence and Mike Pence as our comedic examples. Tune in for a quick laugh on your market run!

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Hi! I'm Doug. Welcome to my journey to retirement and beyond! After over 40 years in an eclectic career, I'm stepping away from the daily grind and, hopefully, the Beltway traffic to explore life in my wife's home country of Guatemala. Join me as I share my experiences, successes, and mistakes while navigating this exciting transition.

If you enjoy the ride, please hit 'Like,' subscribe, and leave a comment. Thank you for joining me on this adventure!

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*** This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. I am not a licensed financial advisor, retirement planner, or any other type of professional consultant. The content provided here is general information that may interest you but should not be considered personalized advice.

Always consult with qualified professionals, such as financial advisors, retirement planners, or legal experts, before making decisions based on the information presented in this podcast or its associated comments section. Your financial and retirement situation is unique, and professional guidance is essential for making informed choices about your future.***

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#retirement #retirementplanning #retirementstrategy #retiredhusband #workingfromhome #workingwife #retirementdreams #lifeafterretirement

In this episode, I explore why employees nearing retirement may consider 'quiet quitting.' Discover five reasons, including burnout and lack of recognition, and how setting boundaries can enhance work-life balance as you transition to retirement.

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Hi! I’m Doug. Welcome to my journey to retirement and beyond! After over 40 years in an eclectic career, I’m stepping away from the daily grind—and hopefully the Beltway traffic—to explore life in my wife’s home country of Guatemala. Join me as I share my experiences—both the successes and the mistakes—while navigating this exciting transition. If you enjoy the ride, please hit ‘Like,’ subscribe, and leave a comment. Thank you for joining me on this adventure!

*** This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. I am not a licensed financial advisor, retirement planner, or any other type of professional consultant. The content provided here is general information that may interest you but should not be considered personalized advice. Always consult with qualified professionals, such as financial advisors, retirement planners, or legal experts, before making decisions based on the information presented in this podcast or its associated comments section. Your financial and retirement situation is unique, and professional guidance is essential for making informed choices about your future.***

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#quietquiting #quittingmyjob # PracticeRetirementItFeelsGood! #retirement #quietquit #micromanagement #quietquitting

Unmasking the 'Three Horsemen of the Pension Apocalypse' threatening retirement benefits. Plus, why should federal employees brace for impact during election season? Discover how quiet quitting and shift shock trends could affect government workers and their pensions. Federal workers become political targets for both parties' reform agendas every four years.

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Hi! I’m Doug. Welcome to my journey to retirement and beyond! After over 40 years in an eclectic career, I’m stepping away from the daily grind—and hopefully the Beltway traffic—to explore life in my wife’s home country of Guatemala. Join me as I share my experiences—both the successes and the mistakes—while navigating this exciting transition. If you enjoy the ride, please hit ‘Like,’ subscribe, and leave a comment. Thank you for joining me on this adventure!

*** This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. I am not a licensed financial advisor, retirement planner, or any other type of professional consultant. The content provided here is general information that may interest you but should not be considered personalized advice.

Always consult with qualified professionals, such as financial advisors, retirement planners, or legal experts, before making decisions based on the information presented in this podcast or its associated comments section. Your financial and retirement situation is unique, and professional guidance is essential for making informed choices about your future.***

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#dyingtoretirepodcast #DyingToRetire #federalpension #benefits #fehb #federalemployees #fegli #federalpension #federalemployees #federalpension #federalemployees #retirement

Discover why women react differently to men's retirement plans, as a female perspective explains. Plus, explore the rising trend of Americans retiring abroad. Learn about affordable destinations where retirees can live on less. Compare U.S. vs. international retirement costs.

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Hi! I’m Doug. Welcome to my journey to retirement and beyond! After over 40 years in an eclectic career, I’m stepping away from the daily grind—and hopefully the Beltway traffic—to explore life in my wife’s home country of Guatemala. Join me as I share my experiences—both the successes and the mistakes—while navigating this exciting transition. If you enjoy the ride, please hit ‘Like,’ subscribe, and leave a comment. Thank you for joining me on this adventure!

*** This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. I am not a licensed financial advisor, retirement planner, or any other type of professional consultant. The content provided here is general information that may interest you but should not be considered personalized advice. Always consult with qualified professionals, such as financial advisors, retirement planners, or legal experts, before making decisions based on the information presented in this podcast or its associated comments section. Your financial and retirement situation is unique, and professional guidance is essential for making informed choices about your future.***

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Links:

- https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12923603/cost-retirement-world-map-expensive-affordable.html

- https://vividmaps.com/cheapest-retirement/

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#retirementplanning #retirementplans #retirementplanning #retireabroad #expat

In this thrilling podcast episode, I explore surprising reactions from men and women to retirement plans, tips for your first meeting with a financial advisor, and why rookie federal employees should start saving their sick leave for a smoother retirement transition.

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Hi! I’m Doug. Welcome to my journey to retirement and beyond! After over 40 years in an eclectic career, I’m stepping away from the daily grind—and hopefully the Beltway traffic—to explore life in my wife’s home country of Guatemala. Join me as I share my experiences—both the successes and the mistakes—while navigating this exciting transition. If you enjoy the ride, please hit ‘Like,’ subscribe, and leave a comment. Thank you for joining me on this adventure!

*** This podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only. I am not a licensed financial advisor, retirement planner, or any other type of professional consultant. The content provided here is general information that may interest you but should not be considered personalized advice. Always consult with qualified professionals, such as financial advisors, retirement planners, or legal experts, before making decisions based on the information presented in this podcast or its associated comments section. Your financial and retirement situation is unique, and professional guidance is essential for making informed choices about your future.***

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#retirementplanning #retirement #genderequality #menshealth #doublestandards #RetirementCountdown #ReadyOrNot