Best refirement Podcasts (2026)

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156: Why Your Living Room Might Be Your Greatest Ministry This Year 19:14

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FEATURING: Jim & Martha Brangenberg ORGANIZATION: iWork4Him Ministries What if this next season of life – whatever your age or stage – was shaped by something as simple as opening your door? In this light-hearted and practical New Year’s special, Jim and Martha Brangenberg share why welcoming people into your home can be one of the most meaningful …

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Hydrogen Mobility at Speed with Jürgen Guldner, Head of Hydrogen Technology for the BMW Group 42:44

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The EAH team was happy to welcome Jürgen Guldner back on the show to give us an update on BMW’s hydrogen mobility program, which is…wait for it - ahead of schedule! In our first conversation, the focus was on the pilot fleet and after successful global testing, BMW has fast forwarded the road map. Instead of 2030, BMW will bring the iX5 Hydrogen in…

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155: Retired to an RV – and a Pulpit 26:47

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FEATURING: Michael Turner ORGANIZATION: Retired businessman, Lake Pastor Michael Turner thought retirement might be slower and simpler. Instead, one year after stepping away from his company – and after a five-year intentional wind-down – he found himself living in an RV at a Georgia campground, fixing trailers, launching boats, mentoring veterans,…

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State of the Dis-Union? with the EAH Hosts 52:03

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This week the unholy trinity convened for the seasonal State of the Union discussion. Co-Hosts Patrick Molloy, Chris Jackson, and Alicia Eastman analyze relevant global trends, macro impacts, and sector specific influences and consequences. The team digs beneath the vibes, to take stock of where the industry stands today and contemplate future evol…

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154: A Simple Christmas Challenge for Retirees 16:26

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FEATURING: Jim & Martha Brangenberg ORGANIZATION: iWork4Him Ministries Christmas is meant to be full of meaning – not just memories. In this special Christmas episode of iRetire4Him, Jim and Martha Brangenberg share a simple, practical challenge for retirees: use the Christmas season as an opportunity to love the neighbors God has already placed ar…

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153: “You Got 39 Minutes?” 23:45

2M ago23:45

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FEATURING: Russell Jenson ORGANIZATION: Retired business owner, coach, and educator This week, Jim sits down with brand-new retiree Russell Jenson—whose “quiet summer” on a Minnesota lake turned into something far more unexpected. Just months after handing off his business, Russell suddenly found himself with an empty calendar, a pontoon boat, and …

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Off Grid Power - the Weird and the Wonderful with Aran Bates, co-Founder & CEO of Hydrologiq 55:02

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This week, the EAH team sat down with Aran Bates, Founder and CEO of Hydrologiq, to dive into the strategic deployment of hydrogen in the off-grid sector. We explore how Hydrologiq is moving beyond just the hardware, discussing the critical role of software and systems thinking in scaling up clean fuel adoption. Aran provides fascinating insights i…

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152: Don't Move to Florida: The Mindset Shift You Need to Retire to Purpose 6:22

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FEATURING: Jim Brangenberg ORGANIZATION: iRetire4Him Retirement isn’t a biblical “off-ramp” from purpose. Scripture calls believers to live on mission as long as they have breath. Instead of drifting into a leisure-first mindset, Jim encourages listeners to view retirement as a God-assigned season of influence, service, and legacy. That’s why Jim a…

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151: Full Surrender for Full Satisfaction 32:02

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FEATURING: Buck Jacobs ORGANIZATION: C12 Group Based on your retirement years, how is God going to judge you when you stand before Him? In this episode of iRetire4Him, host Jim Brangenberg talks with Buck Jacobs, founder of C12 Group, the world’s largest network of Christian CEOs and executives building businesses for a greater purpose. Now in his …

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The Future is Undoubtedly Green with Paddy Padmanathan, Chair of Datavolt and Desolenator, Co-Founder & Vice Chair of Zhero and X-Links 1:01:00

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The EAH team had a chance to compare notes with an industry icon, former CEO and current board member of ACWA Power, a global leader in renewables including solar, wind, hydrogen, and desalination. He is the Vice Chairman of Zhero, focused on green hydrogen and ammonia in the US and Africa as well as X-Links, seeking to provide the United Kingdom w…

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150: Lessons from Downton Abbey 21:33

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FEATURING: Jim & Martha Brangenberg ORGANIZATION: iWork4Him Ministries In this episode of iRetire4Him, Jim and Martha Brangenberg take a surprising trip across the pond—to Downton Abbey! While it may sound like a lighthearted detour, the grand finale of the beloved British series offers powerful lessons for every retired believer navigating life’s …

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Efficient, Green and Sovereign Compute with Chinmoy Baruah, CEO of CHIPX™ 35:21

3M ago35:21

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Patrick Molloy and Alicia Eastman sit down with Chinmoy, the Founder and CEO of CHIPX™ Global. He describes how CHIPX™ is disrupting semiconductor design, manufacturing and usage to reduce energy requirements, eliminate emissions, and lower costs. CHIPX™ semiconductors also operate at room temperature, last longer, require less maintenance, and are…

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149: “Refiring” as the Body of Christ 23:20

4M ago23:20

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FEATURING: John McCarthy ORGANIZATION: Purpose Promise Is retirement really the end of your impact—or the perfect time to “refire” your purpose? In this powerful conversation, Jim Brangenberg talks with John McCarthy, founder of Purpose Promise, about how believers over 55 can turn retirement into a season of legacy, wisdom transfer, and renewed ca…

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‘Let’s get Cracking’ with Dr. Mike Rendall, CTO of AFC Energy 52:00

4M ago52:00

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We are delighted to start off Season 9 with Dr. Mike Rendall, the CTO of AFC Energy, an industry veteran with an interesting pivot. The EAH team enjoyed discussing all things hydrogen, ammonia cracking and distributed decarbonisation with a real trove of knowledge and learnings. About AFC Energy: AFC Energy plc is a UK hydrogen technology company c…

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148: Grace and Grit in Retirement 30:00

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FEATURING: Sheila Arrington ORGANIZATION: Sheila Arrington Ministries After 37 years of teaching in St. Paul, returning iRetire4Him Podcast guest Sheila Arrington thought retirement meant slowing down. Instead, God led her to Arizona and into a new season of ministry. From founding the Purposely Designed Conference to mentoring women through her mi…

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147: Living Your Legacy NOW 23:22

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FEATURING: Greg McBrayer ORGANIZATION: American Airlines Too often, our culture paints the later chapters of life as a time to slow down and focus on personal leisure. But what if this season is when you can live out your Christian legacy most fully—mentoring younger generations, sharing your faith, and showing the world what a vibrant life looks l…

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146: This Retirement Lie is Stealing Your Purpose 39:15

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FEATURING: Danita Bye ORGANIZATION: DanitaBye.com What if the way we think about retirement is not only unbiblical but actually harmful? In this powerful episode, Jim and Martha Brangenberg sit down with Danita Bye to expose the cultural lie that age 65 marks the end of purpose. Danita brings a compelling challenge to believers: at a time when AI i…

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Everything About Hydrogen with Audrey Ma, Head of International at REFIRE 1:13:57

5M ago1:13:57

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The EAH team had the pleasure of hosting Audrey Ma of REFIRE, based in Shanghai. Tackling this currently controversial sector and geography seemed like a fitting end to Season 8, a difficult season for many of our guests in hydrogen and private markets generally. We get a chance to hear about the incredible progress in China in the hydrogen fuel ce…

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145: “The First Time I Retired...” 30:29

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FEATURING: Julé Colvin ORGANIZATION: Pathways to Growth What do you do when you’re ready to retire—but God clearly says “not yet”? Julé Colvin, founder of Pathways to Growth, joins Jim and Martha to share her story of obedience, purpose, and preparation in her “retirement” years. After building a company that supports nonprofits through grant writi…

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144: The Two Shall Retire As One 32:13

6M ago32:13

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FEATURING: Rodney & Donna Smith MINISTRY: Caregiver, Church and Community Volunteers What happens when both spouses retire—and suddenly share the same space, time, and rhythm every day? In this fun and down-to-earth episode of iRetire4Him, Jim and Martha welcome Rodney and Donna Smith to talk candidly about their first few months navigating retirem…

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143: Retirement – His Side of the Story 21:33

6M ago21:33

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FEATURING: Rodney Smith MINISTRY: Caregiver, Church and Community Volunteer Retirement can be a radical shift—especially for those of us who’ve spent decades with a full calendar, steady routine, and career identity. In this episode of iRetire4Him, we sit down with Rodney Smith, a recently retired wildland firefighter and forester with over 33 year…

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Everything About Hydrogen SOTU! 1:04:46

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Recorded right before Climate Week in London, Everything About Hydrogen hosts Patrick Molloy, Alicia Eastman and Chris Jackson discuss the State of the Union of Hydrogen: the good, the bad, and the ugly. A Fan favorite, the SOTU allows us to dig a little broader and deeper into hydrogen and its role in the energy system. -- Links: www.eahpod.com…

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142: A Woman’s Work is Never Done! 23:36

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FEATURING: Donna Smith MINISTRY: Caregiver, Church and Community Volunteer In this episode of iRetire4Him, Jim and Martha Brangenberg connect with Donna Smith of Asheboro, North Carolina, for a candid and encouraging conversation about what retirement looks like from a woman’s point of view. Donna shares how her faith journey was rekindled through …

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141: A Mission Trip You Can Take From Home 22:30

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FEATURING: Mike Henry, Sr. MINISTRY: Follower of One What if retirement wasn’t about slowing down, but stepping into something more purposeful? In this episode of iRetire4Him, Jim and Martha Brangenberg sit down with Mike Henry, the founder of Follower of One. Now in his 60s, Mike shares how God stirred his heart not to retire from something, but t…

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It’s All About People with George Richardson, Director of Norman Broadbent 41:32

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The EAH team caught up with George Richardson of Norman Broadbent, the first UK headquartered search firm. Given his deep experience in hydrogen and broader purview including renewables, energy, utilities, and power, he was able to provide perspective on hiring patterns in these markets. About Norman Broadbent: Established in 1979, Norman Broadbent…

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140: You Only Have Today 21:34

8M ago21:34

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FEATURING: Joan Farley MINISTRY: Author of Letters to Cassie Joan Farley shares her remarkable journey of saying “yes” to God throughout her life—including in retirement. From her childhood as a missionary kid to global ministry with her husband Charles, Joan’s story is marked by trust, resilience, and purpose. Now at 70, Joan is a published author…

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Acronyms for Good! with Kyle Arnold, Managing Director of HyHAUL Mobility 52:02

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This week on Everything About Hydrogen we have Kyle Arnold, the Managing Director of HyHAUL Mobility Ltd (HML). The company is leading the largest roll out of hydrogen Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGV) refueling infrastructure in the United Kingdom, operating along the M4 with 30 trucks by Q2 2026, supported by funding from the UK Department for Transport…

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139: “You’re Free” 20:38

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FEATURING: Paul Nichols MINISTRY: Retired United Auto Workers Chaplain This episode, host Jim Brangenberg takes us to Tulsa, Oklahoma, to meet Paul Nichols, who discovered that retirement isn't about having a rigid plan but about being obedient to God's daily calling. After 30 years with the United Auto Workers, Paul has spent the last 20+ years in…

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Meeting NetZero 2050 with Dr. Tristan Smith, Professor in Energy and Transport at UCL Energy Institute 54:44

9M ago54:44

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The EAH team discusses shipping green house gas emissions elimination with Dr. Tristan Smith, who also helps translate some relatively positive developments at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) 83 in early April 2025. About Dr. Tristan Smith: Dr. Tristan Smith is a Professor …

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138: Shifting Gears, Not Goals 14:13

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FEATURING: Jeff Wilson MINISTRY: Former iWork4Him Ministries Board Chairman In this inspiring episode, Jim sits down with Jeff Wilson—longtime friend, brother-in-law, and faithful servant-leader—to explore how retirement can be a season of joyful purpose and ministry. Jeff reflects on his first year of retirement and how he's rediscovering meaning …

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137: Jim’s Plea to Retirees 11:38

9M ago11:38

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FEATURING: Jim Brangenberg MINISTRY: iRetire4Him In this powerful episode, Jim Brangenberg shares a heartfelt message about the real purpose of retirement. Many retirees have been led to believe that retirement is solely about relaxation and pleasure, but Jim challenges this idea, revealing it’s a lie that sidelines some of the most valuable member…

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Clean Energy Marine Hubs with CEM Lead Coordinator Nelson Mojarro 56:26

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The EAH team unpacks multiple acronyms and endeavors with Nelson Monjarro, the lead coordinator of the Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM) a public-private initiative bringing together the energy and maritime sectors to enable the establishment of Clean Energy Marine Hubs (CEM-Hubs) at ports worldwide. The CEM-Hubs initiative has nine Energy and Transpo…

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136: Retirement – The Best is Yet to Come! 23:33

10M ago23:33

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FEATURING: Ross Harrop MINISTRY: C12 Retirement is often seen as the finish line, but what if it’s actually a new starting point? In this episode, Jim and Martha Brangenberg sit down with Ross Harrop, whose so-called "retirement" has been anything but restful! After 33 years with the Boy Scouts of America and time as an executive pastor, Ross found…

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Double Auctions, Double the Fun with H2Global Executive Director and Co-Chair Susana Moreira 42:32

10M ago42:32

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The EAH team had the pleasure of speaking with Susana Moreira about H2Global’s plans to transform how Europe buys green fuels. Susana Moreira is the Executive Director and Co-Chair of H2Global Stiftung. The H2Global Foundation is dedicated to fostering international cooperation and raising awareness about the H2Global mechanism and other market-bas…

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135: What Do Two 58-year-olds Know About Retirement? 28:14

10M ago28:14

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FEATURING: Jim & Martha Brangenberg Jim and Martha Brangenberg are only 58 – so what do they really know about retirement? A lot more than you’d think! After living in a retirement community for over two decades, they’ve seen firsthand what works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to life after a paycheck. In this episode, they challenge the American…

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A Pipeline of Green Projects with Vattenfall Senior Partnership Manager Dr. Gökçe Mete Gascon 46:02

10M ago46:02

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EAH co-hosts Christopher Jackson, Alicia Eastman and Patrick Molloy sat down with Dr. Gökçe Mete Gascon to learn more about Vattenfall activities in decarbonizing hard to abate sectors such as steel and transport including methanol and other alternative fuels. As Co-founder and Board Member of Women in Green Hydrogen, Dr. Mete is focused on steel, …

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