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What if the Best Retirement is No Retirement at All?

Jun 24, 2026 · 15m

Summary

This episode explores the rise of "un-retirement," where older workers delay retirement or reenter the workforce due to financial needs and a desire for purpose. Host Stacey Vanek-Smith discusses ageism in hiring and features David Lloyd, who launched Boom Radio to employ experienced presenters. The show also examines global solutions like Singapore’s reskilling programs and corporate returnships, arguing that traditional retirement models are outdated for longer lifespans.

Topics discussed

Sponsor ads and podcast intro David Lloyd and the creation of Boom Radio Why retirement systems are outdated Financial and social reasons for un-retiring Ageism and hiring biases against seniors Sponsor ads: IBM, Public.com, Chase Boom Radio's success and community impact Corporate initiatives for older workers Singapore's Skills Future and cognitive aging Rethinking the 100-year life and closing ads
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