Re-tired: New Tread

The gals start off talking about the challenges of dealing with technology in their current projects, but quickly get side-tracked by the happenings on the world. It's hard to believe and take it all in. Keep learning, remain relevant, participate, and work towards positivity! Tina also shares the new direction her adventures are directed. Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Gra...

Tina ends the year with a whirlwind involving a 12-year old, snow, a detour, chains, a feral cat escaping their crate during a nine hour + car ride south. This is followed by nine hours + travel back north, visiting one of the largest candy stores, canceled flight, and a CO2 scare. All of it was a delight, however the lack of sleep "makes insomnia seem restful"! Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director...

Season 2 of Re-tired New Tread wraps as silliness transpires in the last episode of the year! Tina reveals that "reading makes me feel more colorful", and Sue loses the controls to the podcast to AI. Mad Libs might be involved, but Tina does not get raunchy, although she does drop the F-bomb. Then there is a spot of magical realism as Tina responds to the many inquiries of our listeners....

Sue's dog Mimi (GAC's Mimi) is a rescue greyhound from off the Caliente track in Mexico. On Mimi's Gotcha Day they are celebrating seven years together! Hear a bit about the wonderful greyhound breed in this episode. P.S. Jiji was not jealous. References: Greyhound Adoption Center (GAC): houndsavers.org and on Facebook Galgos del Sol: galgosdelsol.org and on Facebook Sue Britz: Cohost/...

Rants and pet peeves are not just for everyday, they can take on a holiday spirit! From decorating before Thanksgiving, to negotiating time to spend with grown daughters, to food and traditions! Yes, the holidays may be stressful, but the gals are both happy to have them. Wishing you the best navigating your holidays! Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics Tina Lokkbakk: C...

Tina wants to hear about Sue's new podcast, Lister Sister Conversations. It's a podcast for all those interested in the legacy of Gentleman Jack's Anne Lister. Anne Lister lived 200 years ago in Yorkshire, England. She was an unconventional, independent woman who insisted on living her life authentically. Lister Sister Conversations, a podcast on Spotify, Apple, Prime, YouTube, and iHe...

Tina and Sue revisit poetry by Andrea Gibson, this time reading 'A Plea for Our Planet'. The gals discuss their fear that today's kids are missing out in the delight and wonder that we're all supposed to have with nature. We're trying to hold on to belief in humankind. Andrea's poetry brings forward the power of our connection to nature being what might save us. andreagibso...

Despite a poor internet connection, Tina & Sue discuss the real meaning of Thanksgiving. Tina shares her meditational practices while Sue talks about how a mindful connection to the body in yoga can build self awareness and gratitude. Tina questions Sue's (internet) stability, but then the conversation turns sweet. Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics Tina Lokkba...

Tina and Sue discuss the incredible documentary 'Come See Me in the Good LIght' about poet laureate Andrea Gisbon and their wife Megan Falley as they live through the final year of Gibson's 'life. Spoken word poet Gibson leaves an incredible legacy with messages of gratitude, and choosing a life of conviction. Let their inspiration allow you to embrace 'your hard life, your swe...

Tina asks, "Are you living your authentic life?" A baby elephant metaphor emphasizes the lesson that limits that we've been conditioned to impose upon ourselves are meant to be broken. Re-tirement allows us time to reflect upon core values and to work to act upon those values every day. Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of ...

Tina's back with a couple of "tales", even one about Jiji. She shares her sense of accomplishment in her ability to stay calm amidst stress when presented with a negative interaction. Duct tape is very helpful indeed. Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of  After the Burn  & the blog "Life After Estrangement" at lifeafterestrangement.co...

Sharon leaves retirement for a subbing gig -- she fills in for Tina in this week's 100th episode! Sharon recounts her love of chocolate that led her to stockpiling as a kid to the 40 year reoccurrence of a surprisingly romantic pumpkin costume! You'll hear talk of Monica Lewinsky, Psycho, and, of course, zombies! Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost...

In addition to the expected questions such as, "Do you turn off your patio lights on Halloween?" and "What candy do you give out?", Sue and Tina go off the rails to discuss Hobby Lobby and Chick filla. Zombies, capitalism, Gobstoppers, and jack o'laterns make the grade too! Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics Tina Lokkbakk: Cohost, author of  After the Burn  & the b...

Sue's just back from a meaningful trip to Niagara Falls. She and Tina share very different memories of adventures there. Sue recalls the childhood wonder and majesty of the falls, while Tina remembers a stop on her honeymoon of yore. The inevitable question of whether you would dare to go over the falls in a barrel came up. Who do you think would take that dare? From Sue: A special callout to reco...

Taking inspiration from Tina's recent experience as a matron-of-honor at a friend's wedding, the gals talk marriage. How does cynicism from being burnt by the institution in the past translate into their thoughts on the subject now? Sue and Tina, who both love ritual, agree that traditions such as "honor & obey" need to be remembered so as not to revert to such disempowerment by current and fu...

Tina announces the launching of her new business adventure, Great Dames Experiences! Besides individualized Cuban tour adventures, Tina is introducing her true passion with 'An Introduction to Rebuilding Your Life' retreat in the radically new environment of Cuba. Clients will be immersed in the magic of a different culture, experience a perspective that will challenge them and promote learning an...

Tina and Sue wonder where's the customer service? Tina longs for interactions that leave her, as a consumer, with a good feeling rather than disappointment. Boomer Sue evokes the nostalgic days when customer service was a point of pride. Could it be the years spent at the service of students and families that has them expecting too much? Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graph...

This is part two of an important discussion about public school education. Tina and Sue debate the merits of memorization, the scapegoating of teachers, the "killing of souls", and other hot button topics. Tina acknowledges that the gals see things differently, but that their hearts are in the same place. Sue offers her defense of teachers to her colleagues in the trenches. Reference: "Linchpin" b...

Tina initiates a subject that takes two episodes for the gals to discuss. She even riles up Sue, and emotions rise. This is a conversation to teachers, parents, and society at large. Why do we have an educational system where teachers are increasingly forced to operate as cogs? Public schools need full funding, a dynamic curriculum that changes and grows with the times, where all students are the...

Do you and your family members dispute the "right way" of doing simple things like how to put on a new roll of toilet paper? It's not uncommon. Tina and Sue agree that there is a "right way" for all kinds of tasks, like when and how to make a bed, load and unload a dishwasher, wash and dry clothes, and wash a car. Must we pushed towards divorce for the correct care of a tube of toothpaste?! The ga...

From cockroaches , the inevitable zombie apocalypse, and attacks on public education to picnics, freedom , and a full moon on a mountain lake, the gals talk about summer. Tina and Sue send their best wishes to teachers as they head back to school. May you keep the joy, defend the DEI , and maintain your creative license. Sue Britz: Cohost/Producer/Director/Editor/Music & Graphics Tina Lokkbakk...

Fellow teacher and retiree, Sarita Cooper, announces her new endeavor, Every Family Has a Story. Sarita regales the gals with stories from discoveries of her own genealogy and her passion in making connections with teaching, history, and learning for clients. From sea captains and a Mayflower descendant, to a Miwok leader with a land grant, Sarita sleuths and finds the gold nuggets of family stori...

This is the continuation of Episode 36, with two more life lessons from Tina and Sue. With more wisdom drawn from their teaching years, the gals add in lessons about finding your people, finding the fun that creates opportunities for creativity, the importance of balance in the tRump age (not to be confused with the T Rex Age) and the importance of human connections. Can you guess which lessons ar...

Tina and Sue share a life lesson that they are finding useful in today's world. Their re-tired teacher filters are activated, with reference to Dress Like an Idiom Day, and how to manage your own personal energy level. Tina shares her wisdom in planning each day based on energy level, with judiciousness with whom to spend time with. Sue finds peace in embracing a paradigm shift she is feeling abou...

What's going on? Can an American re-enter the US without fear? What happened to the (positive) spirit of law? Will other countries continue to advise its citizens not to visit the US? The gals talk about these questions as well as the Fall of the Roman Empire, Cold Play, global climate change, and more before the interruption! Will Jiji be able to hold off an attacker or is it the beginning of the...