It’s the Whisky Talking

In this episode, Craig and Harrie taste a Dewars 8 years Japanese Smooth Blended Whisky and chat about the interesting world of Instagram fandom, working from home, the rock n roll lifestyle, and getting away with friends. The special guest in this episode is Alison Fresina, a former school teacher. Alison discusses looking after aged parents and pets during retirement, spending money later in life, and how retirement is like being back at school and only doing the subjects you like, when you like.
 

In this episode, Craig and Harrie sample a Suntory Royal Japanese Whisky and discuss the crazy differences in prices for the same whisky. They also chat about the strength of memories for childhood injuries, losing friends, caravanning, red dirt, utes and towing capacity. The special guest in this episode is Doctor John Forbes, a clinical psychologist. John talks about some of the issues he has helped people work through in relation to retirement and finding happiness in learning new things. John and Craig tasted a Tamdhu 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky.
 

In this episode, Craig and Harrie share the delights of a Redbreast Single Pot Still 12 year old Irish Whiskey as the episode was recorded on St Patrick’s Day. They also discuss the advantages of getting house jobs done by experts. The special guest in this episode is Professor Craig Valli, an expert in Cyber Security. Craig talks about his career in computer science, provides tips on keeping digitally secure, tells us what it is like to have a heart attack, and considers the benefits of retirement.
 

In this episode, Craig and Harrie discuss “wanky” tasting notes, long weekends and how preparing to take a break means having to work harder before and after the break, customer service and that it’s best to avoid restaurants in tourist areas, BYO desserts, running vs. jogging, and the benefits of laughing. The special guest in this episode is Professor Rob Newton AM, an expert in Exercise Medicine. Rob provides a lively account of his research on the benefits of exercise in treating cancer and facilitating rehabilitation following treatment.

In this episode, Craig and Harrie discuss the pause in production announced by several bourbon producers, changes in drinking habits around the world, the pros and cons of AI in the workplace, and procrastination. The special guest interviewed in this episode is Peter Camplin, who talks about his career in banking and finance, retirement and surviving cancer.
 

In this episode, Craig and Harrie discuss the idea of rest in retirement, and the changing nature of ‘having a coffee with a friend’ and the complexity associated with considering contrary opinions. The special guest in this episode is Tracy Swanson, a cardiac rehabilitation nurse specialist, and wife of Harrie. Tracy provides valuable information and advice regarding heart health.
 

In this episode Craig and Harrie discuss the wildlife situation in Hillarys, splitting bills in restaurants, the bizarre experience of being asked for a tip prior to receiving any service, and the varying quality of “customer service”. Their special guest in this episode is Carlo Sapienza, who spent his working life in the banking industry, and is now happily retired with various activities keeping him as busy as he likes.
 

Craig and Harrie sample another of Starboard's finest whiskys - the Ginger Beer Cask Single Malt Australian Whisky - while considering the relative dangers of bees, security doors and reliving the past. Their special guest today is Geoff Black, and expert in being retired.