It’s time to rethink, renew and reimagine retirement! Retire Repurposed is dedicated to help people transition into fulfilling and purposeful retirements. Retirement is a big life-change! In fact, the two most dangerous years of a person’s life are the year they were born and the year they retire. We believe retirement is not the end; rather, the beginning of what could be the most impactful season of a person’s life. So, don’t retire; become Repurposed.
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A chance to join a couple of friends and their guests opening up about everyday life, the Bible and real stories of faith.
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Repurpose Your Career | Career Pivot | Careers for the 2nd Half of Life | Career Change | Baby Boomer
Marc Miller - Career Designer for Career Pivot
Repurpose Your Career podcast brought to you by Career Pivot is a podcast for those of us in the 2nd half of life to come together to discuss how repurpose our careers for the 21st century. Come listen to career experts give you proven strategies, listen to people like you tell their stories on how they repurposed their careers and finally get your questions answered. Your host, Marc Miller, has made six career pivots over the last 30 years. He understands this is not about jumping out of th ...
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We dive into the wild world of government surplus and uncover the creative ways people are utilizing the items they win at auctions. From a city bus transformed into a luxurious RV, to an ambulance repurposed as a work truck, and even a used car dealership thriving by winning auctions and reselling decommissioned police vehicles, we've got some amazing stories to share.
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If you want to make your money work harder or take control of your IRA this podcast is for you. The Passive Cash Flow Podcast explains how investors can earn truly passive cash flow through real estate investments by teaming up with the professionals at Peoples Capital Group (PCG). Co-Owner of PCG, Aaron Fragnito, hosts this podcast & dives into how PCG finds, analyzes, renovates, & manages property to produces strong passive returns to silent investors. This podcast is for beginner or exper ...
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The Power of Less: Creating Space for What Truly Matters in Retirement
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25:00Inspired by Greg McKeown's 'Essentialism,' Ben Taatjes explores how the principle of 'less is more' can transform your retirement experience. Discover the two sides of retirement simplification: clearing away the distractions and clutter that drain your energy while making intentional space for what truly matters. Learn practical strategies for sim…
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Finding Peace in Volatility: The Wealth vs Income Mindset
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25:00In this timely episode, Ben Taatjes explores how market turbulence reveals our true relationship with money. Discover why some retirees with modest savings experience freedom while others with multi-million dollar portfolios live in constant fear. Ben breaks down the critical distinction between wealth-focused and income-focused retirement strategi…
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Alternative Investments Explained by RIA Andres Sandate
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37:18Registered Investment Advisor Andres Sandate with GP Wealth Advisors explains why many savvy investors are diversifying more and more capital into alternative investments and moving away from the volatility of the stock market. Everyone from accredited investors, family offices and institutional investors are seeking under the radar alternative inv…
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This episode of TPIAP has an international flavour as Phil and Rob are joined by a guest who has travelled all the way from the USA! Derek talks about life with a disability and how God has used his skills to further the Gospel.
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Wealth vs Income: Overcoming the Money Disorder in Retirement
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25:00In this profound episode, Ben Taatjes tackles a cornerstone concept from his book 'Repurposed: The Untold Story of Retirement in America' - the critical distinction between wealth and income. Discover why fixating on account balances rather than sustainable cash flow often leads to what Ben calls 'The Money Disorder,' causing unnecessary stress and…
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Dave McGuire, Co Owner of tax firm McGuire & Sponsel, joins the show to explain how to pay less taxes using a cost segregation study, savvy tax planning, and long term tax strategy. If you are seeking to keep more of your hard earned money and pay less taxes, this episode is for you. Dave McGuire has years of experience helping people implement tax…
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Stewarding Your Treasure- Beyond the Financial Plan
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25:00In the final installment of our 'Time, Talent, and Treasure' series, Ben Taatjes moves beyond traditional retirement planning to examine your relationship with money. While having a sound financial strategy is essential, understanding how to steward your resources in alignment with your purpose is equally important. Through 10 thought-provoking que…
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Discovering Your Talents: Unlocking Your Skills in Retirement
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25:00Continuing our 'Time, Talent, and Treasure' series, Ben Taatjes addresses how retirees often undervalue their accumulated skills and abilities. Learn how to identify and redeploy your talents in retirement through powerful reflection questions like 'What was your best day at work?' Discover practical approaches to using your expertise in new and fu…
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Stewarding Your Time: 10 Questions for Retirement Excellence
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25:00In this first installment of our 'Time, Talent, and Treasure' series, Ben Taatjes explores the critical foundation of retirement fulfillment: how you steward your time. Discover 10 powerful questions that will help you evaluate and maximize this precious resource in retirement. Learn practical strategies for moving beyond simply filling hours to in…
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From Paper to Purpose - Bringing Your Repurposed Statement to Life
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25:00Building on our previous episode, Ben Taatjes provides a real-world demonstration of how a Repurposed Statement transforms from words to action. Using his own purpose statement and financial practice as an example, Ben illustrates the practical process of implementing purpose in retirement. Discover the powerful connection between clearly defining …
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Don't worry, be happy! Or so the song goes. But as we all know, it's not always that easy. In this episode, Phil and Rob tackle the difficult topic of anxiety, and discuss the role that faith plays in overcoming it.
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Crafting Your Repurposed Statement - The Blueprint for Retirement Purpose
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25:00In this transformative episode, Ben Taatjes reveals how to create a personalized Repurposed Statement that serves as your guiding framework for retirement. Learn the four essential components of this powerful document and discover how childhood experiences often hold the key to understanding your true purpose. Whether you're approaching retirement …
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How to Select the Best LP Investments with Aleksey Chernobelskiy
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32:48LP Investment Expert and Linkedin Celebrity Aleksey Chernobelskiy joins the Passive Cash Flow Podcast to discuss how new and experienced LP (Limited Partner) investors can determine if an investment opportunity is fairly structured and a smart investment to meet their personal financial goals. Aleksey Chernobelskiy has reviewed hundreds of LP inves…
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The New Era of Retirement - Moving Beyond Mediocrity
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25:00Drawing inspiration from Blue Zones research, Ben Taatjes explores how retirement is evolving beyond the traditional model of career, leisure, and decline. Discover why the conventional approach to retirement often leads to a mediocre existence that falls short of God's design for your life. Learn practical insights for reimagining your retirement …
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Rekindling Desire in Retirement- Fighting Against the Age Mindset
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25:00In this powerful episode, Ben Taatjes challenges society's ageist messages that diminish retirees' sense of value and purpose. Learn why maintaining and growing your desire is crucial for a fulfilling retirement, and how to combat the subtle messages that can dampen your aspirations. Discover practical strategies for nurturing ambition and expandin…
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Making the Retirement Decision- Risk and Alternatives (Part 2)
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25:00In this concluding episode of our decision-making series, Ben Taatjes completes the 10-step framework for making the retirement decision. Learn how to explore alternative options, test decisions before executing them, and properly analyze risk factors. Discover practical strategies for moving from analysis to action while maintaining confidence in …
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Making the Retirement Decision- A Strategic Framework (Part 1)
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25:00In this first of two episodes, Ben Taatjes introduces a powerful 10-step framework for making the retirement decision. Learn how to identify whether your retirement hesitation stems from job concerns, financial uncertainty, or deeper issues. This episode breaks down the first half of this strategic approach, giving you practical tools to evaluate o…
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Income Investing Explained by RIA Steve Selengut
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42:28Registered Investment Advisor Steve Selengut joins the show to explain how he helps people invest with the main focus of creating income. Steve helps people prepare for retirement and retire with confidence using income investment strategies that allow for a large amount of diversification and market volatility resilience. With Steve's income inves…
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Phil and Rob are joined by Fran to talk about her Catholic upbringing and how her relationship with Jesus has been deepened through the daily practice of prayer.
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Pride vs Purpose - The Hidden Battle in Retirement
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25:00In this thought-provoking episode, Ben Taatjes examines how pride can subtly reshape our retirement into a self-centered journey rather than a purpose-filled adventure. Learn why true fulfillment in retirement comes not from making it all about ourselves, but through serving others and aligning with our Creator's design. Discover how to recognize p…
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‘Retired' vs 'Repurposed'- Living a Life of Significance (Part 2)
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25:00Building on our previous episode, Ben Taatjes dives deeper into the contrasts between being retired and being Repurposed, with special focus on creating a life of true significance. Discover how shifting your retirement mindset from leisure to legacy can transform your golden years into some of your most meaningful. Learn practical ways to move bey…
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In the first episode of 2025, Phil and Rob think about how a new year brings both new challenges and new opportunities.
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Retired' vs 'Repurposed'- Redefining Retirement (Part 1)
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25:00In this eye-opening first installment, Ben Taatjes challenges conventional retirement wisdom by exploring the crucial distinction between being 'retired' and being 'Repurposed.' Discover why society's traditional view of retirement may be holding you back, and learn the fundamental concepts that can transform your retirement from an ending into a n…
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In this first episode of 2025, Ben Taatjes draws inspiration from two powerful C.S. Lewis quotes to challenge our thinking about retirement and purpose. Discover why it's never too late to dream big dreams and how focusing on eternal perspectives can transform your earthly experience. Ben explores how your retirement vision directly impacts your jo…
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Cama Plan Explains How to Take Control of Your Retirement Account
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29:02Do you have an IRA or 401k that you think could make stronger returns through alternative investments? Joe Fulvio joins the Passive Cash Flow Podcast to explain how to self direct your IRA or 401k into alternative investments such as real estate using Cama Plan. It's easier, faster and more affordable than you might think. Joe will explain what you…
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Time, Talent, Treasure- Expanding Your Impact in 2025
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25:00In this year-end episode, Ben Taatjes breaks down the fundamental philosophy of 'time, talent, and treasure' and its crucial role in retirement planning. Learn practical strategies to leverage these three key assets for a more expansive and purposeful 2025. Whether you're approaching retirement or already there, discover how doubling down on these …
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Finding Purpose in Life's Challenges - Reflections on 2024
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25:00In this heartfelt episode, Ben Taatjes and Jerrid step away from our throwback series to reflect on 2024's journey of both triumphs and trials. Together, they explore how life's challenges, while difficult in the moment, often become catalysts for our greatest personal growth. Through candid conversation, they discuss how these moments of adversity…
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Marriage & Close Relationships in Retirement- Navigating the Changes
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25:00In this powerful conclusion to our two-part series exploring wealth in retirement, Ben Taatjes dives deeper into practical strategies for breaking free from the "wealth preservation trap." Building on last week's discussion of why retirees often struggle to spend their hard-earned savings, this episode reveals how to transform your relationship wit…
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It's the most wonderful podcast of the year! In this episode Phil and Rob talk through the joys, challenges, and opportunities of Christmas. Listen out for some old stories and new traditions!
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The Social Ecosystem in Retirement- Understanding Community & Friendships
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25:00In this throwback episode from our archives, Ben Taatjes explores the vital first two layers of your social ecosystem: community and friendships. As we celebrate the upcoming revised edition of 'Repurposed,' this timeless discussion reveals how retirement impacts your social connections and provides strategies to maintain meaningful relationships d…
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Creating Cash Cows Through Co-Living - Grant Shipman
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35:26Grant Shipman joins the Passive Cash Flow Podcast to explain how to turn large single family homes into cash flow machines through a strategy known as co-living. This entails leasing each room in a house to a difference tenant. The goal is to attract quality tenants that create a positive living environment and maintain the property nicely. This al…
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Are you ready to retire? Or ready to be repurposed? In this episode, our guests Phil and Ruth talk about how the challenges and the blessing of getting older.
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Building Social Connections in Isolation: Timeless Lessons from the Pandemic (2020 Throwback)
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25:00In this archival episode from 2020, recorded during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ben Taatjes shares four practical strategies for maintaining a vibrant social life in retirement. As we celebrate the upcoming release of Repurposed Version 2, this episode demonstrates how retirement principles adapt to challenging circumstances. Learn timeles…
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Revisiting the Classics: The Showroom Effect
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25:00Join us for a special throwback episode as we revisit Episode 2 of Retire Repurposed, where Ben Taatjes introduces the powerful concept of 'The Showroom Effect.' As Ben prepares to release a revised version of his 2017 book 'Repurposed: The Untold Story of Retirement in America,' we're diving into the archives to explore this foundational principle…
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Phil and Rob talk to Tommy and Laverne about the subject of mission. What is the purpose of Christian mission in the modern age, and how should Christians get involved? You can find out more about the work of the World Gospel Mission on their website: wgm.org
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Retirement Lessons: What We've Learned Since 'Repurposed' Hit Shelves
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25:00In this powerful conclusion to our mini-series, Ben Taatjes distills seven years of retirement insights since publishing "Repurposed: The Untold Story of Retirement in America." From redefining work's role in retirement to mastering the psychology of spending, Ben weaves together the most transformative lessons that have shaped thousands of retiree…
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Beyond the Inheritance: Making Your Wealth Matter Today
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25:00In this powerful conclusion to our two-part series exploring wealth in retirement, Ben Taatjes dives deeper into practical strategies for breaking free from the "wealth preservation trap." Building on last week's discussion of why retirees often struggle to spend their hard-earned savings, this episode reveals how to transform your relationship wit…
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Former NFL Player Tom Clayton Explains Repurposing Real Estate
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36:49Tom Clayton joins the Passive Cash Flow Podcast to explain how he went from being a running back on the NE Patriots to starting his own real estate investment company and repurposing real estate. Tom Clayton, former NFL running back from 2007-2013 (NE Patriots 2010-2011), transitioned into real estate development immediately post NFL retirement, fo…
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On the eve of Halloween, Phil and Rob talk about why this annual event is becoming more prevalent in modern society, and whether we should be concerned about it.
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Die Rich or Live Well? Rethinking Wealth in Retirement
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25:00We examine a common phenomenon among retirees who've spent decades meticulously building their nest eggs. Rather than shifting to a mindset of strategic "decumulation" in retirement, many find themselves holding onto their wealth, often to a fault or until it's too late to truly enjoy it. Taking insights from Bill Perkins' book "Die With Zero," Ben…
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In this episode of Retire Repurposed, we delve deeper into the lessons learned since Ben published his book "Repurposed" in 2017. We explore the critical issue of identity in retirement and how retirees grapple with finding purpose after leaving careers that once defined them. Drawing insights from C.S. Lewis's "Mere Christianity," Ben discusses th…
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It's time for another episode of Two Pastors in a Pod! This time, Rob and Phil discuss the ever constant passage of time and how we use it. Plus they try some tea that tastes like coffee. Listen now!
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In this episode of Retire Repurposed, we continue our miniseries exploring insights gained since Ben Taatjes wrote "Repurposed" in 2017. We delve into the concept of identity in retirement, discussing how retirees can avoid a "role-less role" and find fulfillment beyond societal expectations. Drawing on the idea of liminality, we examine how Christ…
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Embracing Your True Greatness in Retirement
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25:00In this latest episode of Retire Repurposed, we continue our mini-series exploring newfound lessons since the publication of Ben's book, "Repurposed," in 2017. Today, we dive into the crucial concept of "walking into your greatness" during retirement, emphasizing how this phase of life offers a prime opportunity for self-actualization and the full …
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DJ Van Keuren joins the Passive Cash Flow Podcast to explain the world of Family Offices and how he has helped them build their wealth, primarily in real estate, over the last few decades. DJ drops some valuable nuggets for how people can connect with Family Offices and build a business relationship with them. DJ is able to speak from personal expe…
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The retirement conversation is primarily about financial planning and wealth accumulation. Oftentimes, our focus on money can overshadow what truly matters to our loved ones. Through a client story, BenTaatjes reveals the unexpected reaction of someone inheriting a large sum from a deceased parent. This episode reminds listeners that while financia…
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Rob and Phil welcome former Scottish Rugby player Colin White to talk about faith, sport, and Iron Bru.
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Make that THREE Pastors in a Pod. In this episode, Phil and Rob sit down with Wes McNabb, Senior Pastor at Slade Evangelical Church, London, to talk about how church life has changed over the years, and their own personal experiences of being called into full time ministry.
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In his 2017 book, "Repurposed: The Untold Story of Retirement in America," Ben Taatjes explores various aspects of retirement, with one of his favorite chapters delving into the nuanced distinction between wealth and income. Since the book's publication, Taatjes has become increasingly attuned to the challenges retirees often encounter when transit…
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New Investment Opportunity from Peoples Capital Group
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56:00Peoples Capital Group is proud to announce a new investment opportunity located in a high demand Northern NJ market targeting an IRR between 19% - 20% and a 2X equity multiple over 5 years. PCG reviews hundreds of off market opportunities to source one value-add apartment building for their passive investors to partake in. This is a classic mismana…
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