I Used to be Somebody
Carl Landau
I 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 guests have created amazing Second Acts! Oh, and there's a little talk about Pickleball.
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 guests have created amazing Second Acts! Oh, and there's a little talk about Pickleball.
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Oct 20, 2020 • 27min
Michela O'Connor Abrams: Successful CEO, Personal Adversity, New Beginnings!
Michela O'Connor Abrams charged ahead 30+ years ago as one of the very few female CEOs in magazine publishing. As the CEO of Dwell Media, she grew a small magazine about esoteric design to a global, 7-platform media brand. Then she faced deep personal tragedy four years ago. Michela is now bouncing back with a new future plan and still doing what she loves to do! • More info about Michela O'Connor Abrams: https://www.mocaplussf.com/about • Sign up for our newsletter: https://pickleballmediahq.com
Oct 13, 2020 • 43min
Joan Ryan: Pioneering Sports Columnist to Best Selling Author and World Series Winner!
Joan Ryan is a trailblazer! She is an award-winning journalist and author of five books. As a pioneer in sports journalism, she eventually became one of the first female sports columnists in the country and was the media consultant for the San Francisco Giants. Joan's long experience in clubhouses and locker rooms made her realize that successful teams, in any type of organization, can't only be driven by analytics, Culture makes the difference. It's not an either/or question. "Culture is the bedrock of team chemistry and high performance," she says. So you know what happened next... (Go Giants!) Joan's latest book, Intangibles: Unlocking the Science and Soul of Team Chemistry is available now. More info about Joan Ryan: http://www.joanryanink.com/biography To subscribe to our newsletter go to: https://pickleballmediahq.com
Oct 6, 2020 • 33min
Richard Turner: Big Time Trial Attorney Turns Zen Photographer
Do you ever wonder about completely changing careers even though you're in your 60's? Octogenarian Richard Turner made a bold career/life decision 17 years ago and has never looked back. After working for Governor Ronald Reagan and then becoming a prominent trial attorney, he started feeling his life was centered on conflict. At age 60 he began searching for more meaning in his life. Richard is now a nationally recognized nature photographer, poet and author of the reflective book, "I Can't Always See My Path but I Keep On Walking." In this episode he shares his insights on listening to your inner voice and making a concerted effort to enjoy life to the fullest. For more information, go to https://pickleballmediahq.com/blog/richard-turner-interview-from-courtroom-to-darkroom
Sep 29, 2020 • 54min
Bob Tuschman: Former Food Network Exec Now Gets High Ratings in the Classroom
Carl talks with Bob Tuschman, former Food Network Senior Vice President and General Manager. He has had many other cool job titles, as you will learn when you listen.To say Bob "worked his way up to the top" is an understatement! From production assistant to Diana Ross's personal assistant, from "Good Morning America" producer to the Food Network, Bob seized every opportunity that came his way. Now happily teaching at NYU, Bob give some great (Un)Retirement advice that people really need to plan for their retirement. And he provided the process he created to develop a successful Second Act / (Un)Retirement Happy Life. (Un)Retirement Advice: 40:02 Pickleball Life Lessons with Mo: 48:40 More About Bob Tuschman Past: https://wwhttps://www.foodnetwork.com/profiles/talent/bob-tuschman/bio Now: https://www.stern.nyu.edu/faculty/bio/bob-tuschman Subscribe: I Used to be Somebody newsletter: https://pickleballmediahq.com/ Give instant feedback about the podcast: podcast@pickleballmediahq.com
Sep 23, 2020 • 42min
Moira McGarvey Black: From Media Exec to Best-Selling Author
Moira McGarvey Black never plans on retiring! After a lucrative career with Conde Nast in NYC, (working for GQ, Allure, Lucky, etc.) in 2007 Moira pivoted to becoming an executive recruiter. Ten years later, McGarvey Black decided to pursue her passion and a new career as a writer. Three best-selling novels later, the psychological thrillers explore searching for the real truth. Always unafraid to try new things, Moira's next novel will be a romantic comedy. Carl and Moira talk about changing careers without fear and never looking back. (Un)Retirement Advice: 20:22 Pickleball Life Lessons with Mo: 32:44 More About Moira McGarvey Black: http://www.mcgarveyblack.com "Without Her Consent", "The First Husband", and "I Never Left" all on Amazon. • Subscribe: I Used to be Somebody newsletter: https://pickleballmediahq.com • Video: The first podcast ever produced in a Tiki Bar!: https://bit.ly/33FHioe • Give instant feedback about the podcast: podcast@pickleballmediahq.com
Sep 22, 2020 • 49min
Joe Pulizzi, Godfather of Content Marketing: Make Your Own Good Luck!
Joe Pulizzi, entrepreneur and founder of the Content Marketing Institute, built a media brand from his living room and sold it for millions. He talks about launching Content Marketing World, working closely with his wife, setting an exit strategy, and finding clarity after a big sale. Expect stories about early hustles, conference surprises, and making your own luck.
Sep 7, 2020 • 3min
I Used to be Somebody -- Episode 0
I Used to Be Somebody is for Baby Boomer Entrepreneurs and Execs who had big careers. Each week we interview cool, inspiring people about their retirement challenges and why and how they figured it out—turning this phase of our lives into an incredible, rewarding reality. I'm also using myself as a test case. Through the sharing of personal stories of challenge and success, we can all achieve so much more! Oh, and we talk a little about Pickleball.
