I Used to be Somebody
Carl LandauI Used to Be Somebody inspires 50+ year olds to build their (Un)Retired good life. Each month we interview cool, inspiring people about their retirement challenges and why and how they figured it out—turning this phase of life into an incredible, rewarding reality. It's for people who don't want to retire--they just want to do something new that is more fun, less grind, and more meaningful. Our gu... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 110 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessEducationSelf-ImprovementCareers | |||
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Anne Del Core has the spark! Her enthusiasm for change and reinvention post-career is captivating.
Anne had a cool career in television. She started on the talent side of TV buy quickly realized the biz side was more lucrative. (Her first transiti... more
Have you ever thought about your dream second act? Something you enjoy doing and you imagine what it would be like to run a fun business where you'd love to be a customer?
Most of us wake up the next day and forget about that dream or talk ourselve... more
What's the most fun thing to do in (Un)Retirement? Everyone has their favorites. But top on many lists is TRAVEL. This month's guest is Andrew Motiwalla, who Carl calls "Mr. Travel" since he's been traveling the world since he was a child. Travel wit... more
Host Carl Landau was so enthusiastic after watching the new documentary "The Power of Pickleball" that he reached out to the director Alex Jeffery and put out this bonus episode. If you're part of the pickleball "cult" or just interested in learning ... more
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- Fun and Inspiring!
This is such a fun podcast series, offering great motivation and inspiration for those looking to do something and stay visible in retirement! Carl Landau’s interviews make it fun to hear inspiring stories from lots of “somebodies”. A fun time and great listen!
Apple Podcasts5Judi Nadratowski
United States10 months ago - Love this Show!
Such a fun and inspiring podcast! Carl is a great host and the content is both interesting and entertaining! I always learn so much and look forward to the next episode!
Apple Podcasts5Mike FranczakUnited Statesa year ago - Paul Giobi
Paul’s experience in retirement was similar to mine in that he felt the constant need to be productive. I can relate!
Apple Podcasts5Winnir'sMomUnited Statesa year ago - Highly Interesting and Entertaining
Carl’s podcast is very fun. He hosts many entertaining guests and their stories are fascinating. It proves that there are no straight paths in life, but rather, many a wandering road. If you are near retirement, restless in retirement or just want to listen to some fascinating life stories, this is a great podcast.
Apple Podcasts5Sskssk2United States2 years ago - Enjoy getting answers
Entertaining and insightful at the same time. Carl’s show is a tonic and a cure for navigating olderhood.
Apple Podcasts5PauLong1United States2 years ago
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This show centers on people over 50 who reinvent themselves after traditional careers, highlighting second acts, retirement challenges, and purposeful living. Interviews blend personal storytelling with practical takeaways on pursuing meaningful work, entrepreneurship, travel, and community, with a light thread of Pickleball as a shared passion. Listeners can expect candid conversations about finances, identity, and how to design a life that's engaging, fun, and less grind-focused after retirement. The format tends to feature diverse guests who exemplify creativity, resilience, and generosity—often sharing actionable insights and relatable experiences that inspire new possibilities in later life.
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I Used to be Somebody launched 6 years ago and published 110 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on I Used to be Somebody include:
1. Pat Belding
2. Andrew Motiwalla
3. Alex Jeffery
4. Mitch Slater
5. Tom Marks
6. Jillian Johnsrud
7. Gary Sirach
8. Ian Castile
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