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Empower Over 50

Empower Over 50

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Welcome to Empower Over 50 — the new evolution of The English Musical Nomad podcast.

As careers shift, industries evolve, and life after 50 becomes less about winding down and more about redefining, this podcast is here to meet you at the edge of reinvention. Hosted by Maxwell Farnon, Empower Over 50 delivers honest insights, strategic advice, and bold conversations about navigating work, purpose, and personal growth later in life.

If you’re over 50 and wondering how to stay relevant in an AI-driven world, find meaningful work, or build something new from your experience — this is your space. No fluff. No false promises. Just straight talk about what it really takes to thrive in the second half of life.

You’ll hear personal reflections, listener Q&As, and expanded audio versions of the most impactful YouTube videos from the Empower Over 50 channel.

Formerly The English Musical Nomad, this podcast has evolved — just like its audience. We’re still telling stories. But now we’re telling the ones that matter most: yours.


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  • Pushed Out at 63 or Indispensable at 70? Two Realities for Older Workers

    Pushed Out at 63 or Indispensable at 70? Two Realities for Older Workers
    Jan 29 2026

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    Two very different stories are playing out in workplaces right now. One man told his employer he'd retire at 63 — and found himself out of work within days. Meanwhile, a 70-year-old former CTO is being called one of the best employees his team has ever worked with.

    What separates these two realities? And which one are we closer to?

    In today's episode, we explore new research from Harvard Business Review on the value of older workers, data showing 65+ is the fastest-growing workforce segment, and why the NCUA now requires credit unions to have succession plans. Plus, a lighter look at why some boomers are retiring just to avoid working with Gen Z.

    If you're navigating job loss, career uncertainty, or just wondering where you stand after 50 — this one's for you.

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    Job Loss After 50: Your Emergency Action Guide
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  • The Perfect Storm: What 46,000 Job Cuts Tell Us About Working After 50

    The Perfect Storm: What 46,000 Job Cuts Tell Us About Working After 50
    Jan 28 2026

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    Amazon. UPS. Nike. Over 46,000 job cuts announced in just a few days. But this isn't just about a bad economy. It's a structural shift, and it's aimed directly at experienced workers. In this episode, we break down what's really happening, why the language of "efficiency" should make you nervous, and the three things you need to do right now if you're over 50 and still employed.

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    Job Loss After 50: Your Emergency Action Guide
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  • Empower Over 50 News Today — January 27, 2026: Is Clicking Space Twice Costing You a Job?

    Empower Over 50 News Today — January 27, 2026: Is Clicking Space Twice Costing You a Job?
    Jan 27 2026

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    Today we look at the 2026 job market for workers over 50 — and it's not pretty. Age bias is becoming impossible to ignore, AI hiring tools may be screening you out before a human sees your resume, and over 40% of workers expect layoffs this year. If you're feeling stuck in survival mode, you're not alone.

    Sources:

    • Forbes: "In 2026 Age Bias Will Become Impossible For Employers To Ignore" — https://www.forbes.com/sites/sheilacallaham/2025/11/25/in-2026-age-bias-will-become-impossible-for-employers-to-ignore/
    • Jewish Council for the Aging: "Hiring Discrimination Lawsuit Claiming Ageism" — https://accessjca.org/hiring-discrimination-lawsuit-claiming-ageism
    • HR Executive: "Workers in 'survival mode'" — https://hrexecutive.com/workers-in-survival-mode-4-top-fears-driving-job-paralysis-in-2026/

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    Your Reinvention After 50 Guide:
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    Job Loss After 50: Your Emergency Action Guide
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    Scam - How to Protect Yourself:
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    13 mins
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