Refinement NOT retirement

Refinement NOT retirement

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  • Inside the Skechers English Open by Pickleball England

    In this episode of the Refinement NOT Retirement

    podcast, Tony and Christine dive into one of their favourite life refinements: Pickleball! This sport, which has been around for 50 years, has recently surged in
    popularity across the USA and is now taking the UK and Europe by storm.

    Fresh from attending the Skechers English Open

    by Pickleball England, the largest pickleball tournament outside the USA, Christine and Tony share their experiences and insights.

    With 1,976 players from 42 countries competing at

    the Telford International Centre, this event showcased the incredible growth and high standards of the sport. Tony and Christine proudly introduced new players from their local group, the Cotswolds Picklers, and recount some
    humorous on-court moments. They also highlight the achievements of their friend Lou Stephens, who received an award for her special contributions to the sport.

    Tune in to hear why you MUST give pickleball a try,

    the potential recognition of Pickleball England as the governing body by Sports England, and how this sport can help you make fantastic new friends.

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    33 min
  • Trump's DC Trial is back on course!

    Tony 's back to talk about the latest developments in the Donald Trump saga from the perspective of a Brit who has always LOVED America.

    Trump’s DC Trial for allegedly doing illegal things in trying to overturn the outcome of the 2020 election is back in the hands of the trial judge, after extremist judges on the US Supreme Court delayed it in a shameful but successful attempt to help Trump politically.

    The trial judge, Tanya Chutkan, is now back in control and she’s not mucking around. She will hold hearings and make factual findings on which of Trump’s acts were official v unofficial, immune v not immune.

    Meanwhile, support for Kamala Harris continues to rise amongst voters, including republicans who don’t like Trump and his antics.

    The unfolding legal and political drama is far from boring. Pass the popcorn! 

    As a Brit who LOVES America, but finds Trump and his supporters weird, I’m riveted to this fascinating drama! You couldn’t make this stuff up!

    17 min
  • Kamala vs. Trump: Prosecutor vs Convicted Felon

    Tony discusses the dramatic twists and turns of the US presidential election from a British perspective.

    From the SCOTUS immunity ruling to assassination attempt, Tony explores the stormy skies that gave way to a new dawn.

    Discover how Kamala Harris, the formidable former prosecutor, takes on Trump, contrasting her strength with JD Vance’s controversial stance. It’s a battle of vigour and enlightened thought vs dark-aged dogmatism!

    26 min
  • Le Sante Blu: Luxury Vegan Travel Oasis in Zante

    Is this the best hotel on Zante island?

    Join Tony and Christine from the Refinement NOT Retirement podcast as they share their latest vegan travel experience in Zakynthos (also known as Zante).

    From panoramic views of the azure sea to fine dining on the terrace at sunset, they’ll take you through their

    stay at the Le Sante Blu boutique hotel.

    Learn from their BIG, costly mistake

    (like booking through Jet2) and get other great vegan travel tips.

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    33 min
  • UK Election: Unpacking the Labour "landslide"

    In this episode, Tony considers the aftermath of

    the UK election, exploring the implications of a Labour landslide victory after 14 years of Tory rule.

    He grapples with the UK’s core problem of a country

    running out of money and questions whether the current system truly serves the people.

    Tony shares his own voting journey, from post

    office scandals to climate concerns, and ponders the future of the UK economy and political system. Is it all bad news? What do you think?

    21 min
  • LTA vs. Pickleball England: which is more fit?

    Tony and Christine tackle the question:

    Is the LTA the right governing body for pickleball?

    With passion and firsthand experience, they dissect the LTA’s involvement, the perception surrounding it,

    and the impact on the beloved sport. From organizational dynamics to personal anecdotes, this episode sheds light on the future of pickleball in the UK.

    37 min
  • From Dunkirk to Silence: My Dad’s War journey

    In this heartfelt episode Tony considers the 80th anniversary celebrations of D-Day. Inspired by the moving

    tributes to our war heroes, this episode is dedicated to Thomas John Coe who bravely served during World War II.

    Join me as I share his untold story of sacrifice, capture, and unimaginable return from a prison camp in

    Germany called Stalag IX9-C.

    Together, let’s explore the significance of keeping the memory of what happened alive and reflect on the

    fragility of our freedoms. From the liberation of Sainte-Marie-du-Mont to the V1 bomb that struck my family’s home, this episode honours the resilience and
    courage of those who lived through those tumultuous times. Let’s remember, learn, and share far and wide.

    35 min
  • 💚Exploring Yorkshire Dales and the Lakes the VEGAN way!

    Tony and Christine explore breathtaking scenery in

    the Yorkshire Dales and stay at the first 100% plant-based hotel in England, Beck Hotel. There they enjoyed vegan, stream-side dining, and traversed landscapes
    shaped by millions of years of glacial activity. Then they moved on to the Lake District for a family celebration in a gorgeous setting. Join us!

    No animals or planets were harmed in the making of

    this episode! 💚

    30 min
  • About our podcast: Refine don't retire - what to expect!

    The Art of Refinement: The Podcast for Life's 2nd Life

    Join Tony and Christine’s extraordinary journey of life enhancements in the “Refinement NOT Retirement” podcast. 20 years ago, they chose to shun the concept of being “in retirement” in favour of making incremental life-enhancements. They call it being “in REFINEMENT”, an exciting journey that continues, and one that they LOVE to share with their listeners. In this short video pod, Tony

    gives a sneak peak of life-refinements he and Christine have made (some great, some not so much) and provides a taster of what to expect from their show.

    6 min

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The time we have left is WAY TOO PRECIOUS TO WASTE, so we say: REFINE, DON'T RETIRE! Join us on our exciting final journey "in refinement".