Second Act Stories

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Welcome to Second Act Stories, a podcast focused on life and career change. In each episode, we bring you the story of a courageous individual who has made a decisive career pivot and is pursuing a more rewarding life in a second act. The stories are in their own words and the words of friends and family that helped them find a new path. Each episode examines the “before” and “after” phases of a life or career relaunch and offers lessons learned.

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  • Gay&Sweaty
    Your New Favorite Podcast!
    This podcast beautifully shares inspiring tales of individuals who've reinvented their careers for a more fulfilling life. Each episode, filled with personal narratives and valuable insights, is a must-listen for anyone considering their own second act! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  • Criticx
    Worth Your Time!
    Let me first start off by saying I’m not a fan of podcasts. I find most of them boring with boring subjects. I have a few friends who have podcasts and it’s like pulling teeth to get me to listen to even one episode. I’ve known Scott Merritt for a long time, and I felt I should give it a shot and listen. Boy was I pleasantly surprised. I listened to the episode with Adam Carolla. And quite frankly, I thought… let me give this 10 minutes. I ended up listening to the whole thing from start to finish. Scott asked all the right questions and was genuinely interested in what Adam had to say which held my interest. I definitely felt that Scott had thoroughly prepared for this interview. The podcast quality was excellent as well. I also think the theme of this podcast is smart and something that could potentially draw a lot of people in. Keep up the great work guys!
  • @funnylilworld
    Outstanding inspirational podcast!
    Andy Levine and Scott Merritt do a great job of finding spectacular - and even famous - guests with compelling stories, and asking the questions that make you want more. Production quality is superb, and content is outstanding. I would recommend this podcast to anyone with an interest in hearing inspiring stories from the people who made the leap to find their purpose.
  • FranklyJanky
    Outstanding inspirational podcast!
    Andy Levine and Scott Merritt do a great job of finding spectacular - and even famous - guests with compelling stories, and asking the questions that make you want more. Production quality is superb, and content is outstanding. I would recommend this podcast to anyone with an interest in hearing inspiring stories from the people who made the leap to find their purpose.
  • Plum Lovelace
    Incredibly inspirational and motivating!
    I have been listening to Second Act Stories for a while now, and should’ve left a review sooner. Just listened to the episode with Jeff “Skunk” Baxter, former member of Steely Dan and the Doobie Brothers and now working in military defense projects (!!) and it was fascinating. Jeff reminds us that nothing is impossible and it’s never too late to do something else, and to find the connections between your skills and passions. Great content and very helpful advice in every episode.
  • Mxsandy12
    Awesome pod!
    Fantastic pod about life change! Love it!
  • EmotionallyNaked.com
    Andy is a good interviewer
    This is a good podcast and such a creative concept. Andy always asks questions I would ask and the stories are engaging. I highly recommend it.
  • Nancy McManus
    Patricia Heaton
    Just happened on the Patricia Heaton interview. It was so good. This will be one of my go to Podcasts!
  • Carl The Podcaster
    Second Act Stories
    Host Andy Levine does a terrific job! It’s my new favorite podcast!
  • Steph_SD
    Worth a listen
    Andy is an excellent host. Great content and actionable tips
  • tommye w-c
    Inspiring
    Great podcast with incredible content.
  • JBLIV
    Great podcast
    Second careers and career change is so relevant right now and people feel so stuck, so often. I love that he is talking about this topic and highlighting successes as well and bringing people on to help with the process!
  • Terri in Fairhope
    Encouraging
    This podcast will help you open the curtain to your second act. Listen and learn!
  • Todd BGT
    Inspiring podcast
    Andy Levine is a great host and brings stories of inspiration for those that are contemplating that career change. It can be a scary time, but hearing it from people that have been there, done that makes it more plausible.
  • Kerry Hannon
    Smart and Inspiring
    Andy Levine delivers a fast-paced, energetic and informative podcast with inspiring guests to help you navigate your what's next.
  • Lil'Bits
    Great style and content for those looking to reboot
    Really enjoy Andy's conversation style, finely produced, and how he finds stories of uncommon courage to take on new acts later in life
  • GaryL144
    A First Rate Second Act
    The Lift Garage story is fantastic. It’s so relatable since we all know how much we depend on our cars. But the spiral for the poor who need their car to pay for car repairs as well as food. I hope the garage goes national and Cathy fulfills her calling. Bravo to Cathy and Andy for bringing it to us. Now, I need to go donate. I hope you will too.
  • sgibson715
    Happy listener
    What an inspiring series of interviews, making clear that you can always begin again! I changed my career at 33, seeking more purpose, so the encore career movement has always resonated with me. Love it.
  • Cindy2cook
    Clean and Sober
    Great idea for a podcast! I loved the first one on being clean and sober. Bravo to Jorge for an incredible second act.
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