Refinement NOT retirement

Shall we hit the brakes on Tesla?

Tony & Christine talk about their recent car refinements, and discuss their surprising decision to sell their two, nearly new Teslas, despite being committed EV drivers for over 7 years!

Were they easy to sell? And does the new

And we get to the biggest question: will we stick with one car or get another EV?

In this episode of Refinement NOT retirement, Tony reviews the Eufy X8 Hybrid robovac, a smart and powerful gadget that can keep your floors spotless with minimal effort. Tony shares his honest and unbiased opinion on the pros and cons of this device, and how it has improved his and Christine’s

Tune in to find out why Tony thinks this robovac is a must-have for our refinement-seeking listeners and anyone who wants to enjoy more free time.

Tony and Christine celebrate their first anniversary of leaving their jobs, starting their podcast, and embracing a life of refinement NOT retirement!

They share their insights, challenges, and joys of living a refined life in the Cotswolds, playing pickleball, podcasting and driving electric cars.

In this episode, Tony shares one of the best life refinements he’s ever made: the purchase of a Toto Washlet, the original shower toilet from Japan. Listen as

CLARIFICATION: the full name of company that installed the TOTO Washlet is Oxford Kitchens & Bathrooms Ltd. It's Director, Richard Hardie provided great service. Richard asked us to give our audience the full name of his company because there are others claiming to be "Oxford Bathrooms".

In the wake of the incredible TV drama, Mr Bates v the Post Office, are you furious? Want to hear unfiltered anger at the Post Office’s corporate abuse and government inaction?

Then tune in to Christine & Tony's fiery rant

These couples, seeking to enrich their later

Join Christine & Tony as they unleash their righteous anger, dissect the failures of power, and demand justice for these victims. Share your own thoughts and let's keep the pressure on for accountability!

It's almost January, fellow refiners, and you

In this special episode, Christine, our

Ready to shake up your taste buds and do

Here is Part 5, the final chapter of our Place in the Sun saga – our refined life in Southwest Florida.

Tony and Christine share their verdict on the dream of owning a second home, drawing on 12 years of experiences in SW Florida. They delve into the decision to upgrade from a condo

In this episode of Refinement NOT retirement, Tony explores the question, is BYD a genuine threat to Tesla? He shares his

Listen as Tony compares BYD cars to Teslas

#BYD #Tesla #EV #FullyCharged #StopBurningStuff

In Part 4 we continue the immersive journey into the heart of our sun-kissed adventure. From the early 2000s, we basked in

As we unveil the intricacies of this extraordinary experience, our objective remains clear—to share insights that may resonate

By the end of Part 3, we had accomplished the seemingly impossible, leaving Florida with a property secured, a feat unimaginable in the UK. 

This time we delve into the meticulous preparations for our move, painting a vivid picture of the thrill of moving into our brand-new condo near Marco Island. Christine collaborates with

Then In our mid-40s, we found ourselves as the

Meet our very special Scottish friends and how they

Our winter paradise in SW Florida became a life refinement

So what happened next?

Join us as we continue to share our remarkable journey.

#SunlitBliss#LifeRefinement #SWFloridaAdventure

In Part 3 of "A Place in the Sun: Our Refined Life in Florida," we delve deeper into our journey, exploring the finer details of our decision to make Southwest Florida our winter home for 12 remarkable years. We hope that, by sharing our experiences, we can assist those of our listeners who may be considering acquiring a place in the sun.

Part 1 transported us back to 2001, revealing some of the factors that played into our decision to secure a bolthole in North America. By the end of Part 2, we had carefully selected a stunning condo. Now, that we were really about to do this, we had to do a reality check into things like the costs associated with residing in an upscale gated community. Could we even afford this place? 

Other questions arose, about the nitty-gritty of buying a Florida property as UK buyers. Would we need a lawyer? Should we get a survey done? And hang on, would we save money by buying a re-sale instead of brand new from the developer?  

Join us as we discuss all that, and the legal process of buying property in the USA, which we found simple compared to the UK process. Our whirlwind Florida adventure saw us arriving, finding a property, and departing with a new home—all in a matter of days, a feat unimaginable in the UK!  

Stay tuned for Part 4, where we discuss the preparations for our move, the thrill of moving in, and the reality of spending our refined winter months in the Sunshine State. 

#FloridaHomePurchase