Dying to Retire Podcast

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Podcast by H.D. Ellsworth

Dying to Retire Podcast

Join me on my retirement journey from a Baby Boomer’s perspective. I’ll share the ups and downs of transitioning from worker bee to just let me be, including insights like the stress-managing strategy of “quiet quitting” used by many retired coworkers. They weren’t lazy; they were preserving their sanity! As a conservative gringo married to a Latina, I’ll explore retiring and slow traveling in Latin America while navigating today’s complex political landscape. Frustrated with both parties? You’re not alone. If you’re nearing retirement or already enjoying it, subscribe for real-world lessons, relatable stories, and community support. If you find value in my content, please like and subscribe! I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments, especially from men experiencing similar journeys. Don’t hold back—no one here will tell her!

Latest episodes

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07 May 2025

What Are The BEST Retirement Activities for Federal Retirees?

f you're a federal retiree looking for the best retirement activities, then this video is for you! From travel to hobbies to financial planning, we'll cover it all. Start living your best retirement life today!

#federalworkers #retirementactivities #retiredlife #FederalRetirees #RetirementActivities #DOGERetirements

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07 May 2025

5 Brutal Life Lessons Every Man Needs to Know!

Uncover 5 brutal life lessons every man must know to not just survive, but truly thrive! Passed down from man to man, brother to brother, father to son, Boomer Doug shares invaluable wisdom gained from years of hard work, overcoming cancer battles, and his incredible expat journey to Guatemala. From the dangers of burnout to the truth that fun doesn’t equal happiness, these lessons resonate whether you're rich or poor. Get ready to feel the impact anywhere you go!

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07 May 2025

Maryland Wants to Make Your Soda Cost 32 Cents MORE?

Unpacking Maryland’s proposed soda tax chaos! HB 1469—a 2-cent-per-ounce hit on Coke, Gatorade, even Diet Pepsi. Lawmakers swear it’s for kids and a $3 billion budget mess, but with Fed layoffs piling up and grocery bills soaring, something stinks. This nanny-state tax grab could break Marylanders’ backs, from lost restaurant jobs to business flights and residents bolting. Seattle’s tax flopped, Philly’s slammed the poorest—Maryland’s next? Your state? I’ve seen bad ideas at the Agency—this one’s a scam in a can. I lay out cascading risks the bill’s sponsor ignores—jobs, economy, exodus. Watch for breakdowns, wallet hits, and a warning you can’t miss. Subscribe—don’t skip the numbers!

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14 March 2025

Inside the Maryland Utility Scam That Stole Billions

Shocking Maryland utility bills revealed! Have you ever wondered how a staggering nearly $600 Pepco and Washington Gas charges add up to over $7,000 a year while concealing a dirty little secret? In this episode, discover why half your bill isn't for power or gas—it's packed with hidden fees, taxes, and EMPOWER Maryland charges you don't even use or benefit from! Maryland ranks as the third worst state to retire in 2024 (according to Retirement Living), with outrageous costs crushing retirees and the working middle class. EmPOWER Maryland pulls a fast one with a surcharge, funding landlords' upgrades, and latecomers' rebates, while efficient homeowners pick up the tab.

Double taxation—$545 county, $60-70 state on top of $5,000 property taxes—offers no escape from this utility nightmare. Mini-DOGE, a state-level twist on Elon's waste-slaying DOGE, could slash this inefficiency! Search "Maryland utility scam," "EmPOWER Maryland hidden fees," or "Maryland retirement costs 2024" to see how this hits your wallet.

If you have a utility horror story, drop a comment below, smash that Like button, and subscribe for more shocking rip-offs exposed!

#MarylandUtilityScam

#MiniDOGE

#EmPOWERMaryland

#RetirementCosts

#DyingToRetire

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03 March 2025

What Social Security Could Have Been: Are Our Retirement Dreams Lost?

Uncover the shocking truth about Social Security and dive into retirement planning. Explore what your Social Security benefits could have been if government spending, taxpayer dollars, and mismanagement by elected officials, bureaucrats, and non-profits hadn't derailed them for decades.

Shocking revelations from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) expose fundamentally flawed federal government systems, including Social Security, that have robbed most middle-class Americans of financial freedom.

Discover how investing Social Security contributions in the stock market or a TSP-like investment could transform early retirement, offering generational impact, family time, and economic growth.

Contrast this with Social Security's inadequacy, and hear why Doug insists government accountability is critical. Could alternatives like a national 401(k) or Federal TSP restore your retirement dreams? By the end, you'll want to scream on X or call your congressmen to demand change! Subscribe for more on retirement strategies, investment returns, and fighting government waste.

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18 February 2025

What You Must Know Before Moving To Guatemala

Welcome to "Dying To Retire," where we eliminate the stress of retiring overseas, kicking off our journey in Guatemala with Part 1 of our residency paperwork adventure! If you're a conservative boomer or someone with dreams of living abroad, hit that bookmark before this video disappears faster than your retirement funds! Relocating to Guatemala or anywhere else isn’t a quick decision, despite what some post-election clips may suggest. Here, we dive deep into the essential paperwork you’ll need—from your apostilled passport to FBI background checks, marriage certificates, and proof of income for Pensioner's or Spousal Residency. Discover how to notarize, apostille, and send these crucial documents to your Latin lawyer—yes, it's a real thing! Whether you're pursuing a pensioner visa or riding the wave of your Latina spouse's citizenship journey, this episode is your ultimate guide. Join us for laughs and insights into the expat experience as we navigate your golden years' cultural twists and turns.

  • FBI Background Check:
    • Start your FBI background check via the Electronic Departmental Order (EDO) system at https://www.edo.cjis.gov.
  • Department of State Office of Authentications:
    • For document authentication, including FBI background checks, check out https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/records-and-authentications/authenticate-your-document/office-of-authentications.html.

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#exploreantigua

#guatemala

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