Thriving Together

Ep 9 Rewiring Retirement: Finding New Passions After Tech Careers - Part 2


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What happens when you spend your entire career at the forefront of technological revolution? In this heartwarming conversation, we meet a remarkable couple who witnessed computing history unfold firsthand—from room-sized machines with less memory than today's smartphones to the digital revolution that transformed our world.

Our guests take us back to 1967, when computing meant punch cards and enormous mainframes. With candid humor and keen observation, they describe learning new systems every few years without formal training, adapting continuously as technology evolved at breakneck speed. "Every time there was a new step, the learning curve just got bigger and bigger," one reflects. The journey from manual typewriters to early word processors like AES paralleled their personal journey as they balanced demanding careers with raising two children born at the dawn of the personal computer era.

Their story isn't just about technology—it's about human resilience, partnership, and the art of aging purposefully. Now retired (since 1995 and 2004 respectively), they've channeled their love of learning into vibrant hobbies: digital photography, barbershop singing coaching, line dancing, and community involvement. Their nearly 50-year marriage stands as testament to mutual support through life's evolutions, with a philosophy centered on continuous challenge: "We try different things and stay aware of what we can do within our limits, trying to keep the brain going." 

Ready to be inspired? Listen now to discover how embracing change and maintaining curiosity creates a fulfilling life at any age. Then share your own story of adaptation and learning—we'd love to hear how you're keeping your brain active and engaged!

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Thriving TogetherBy Batten Media House