The Stacking Benjamins Show

The Shocking Retirement Hack That Has Nothing to Do With Money (SB1697)

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Jun 18, 2025
Pete and Rebecca Davis, filmmakers and civic advocates behind the documentary 'Join or Die', delve into how community connections can redefine retirement. They discuss why joining clubs and groups may be vital for long-term well-being, even more so than financial assets. Their insights reveal how loneliness impacts health and the surprising benefits of investing in social networks. Listeners will discover the power of personal connections and unexpected paths to fulfillment, challenging the conventional views of success in retirement.
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Clubs Build Democracy Skills

  • Clubs teach democratic skills like public speaking, meeting management, and conflict resolution.
  • They connect diverse people, breaking down stereotypes through meaningful interaction.
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The Value of Social Capital

  • Social capital means that social networks have tangible value like physical and human capital.
  • Investing in connections boosts productivity and mutual help beyond individual skills or tools.
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Why Club Membership Declined

  • The decline in club membership began before the Internet and worsened due to generational and cultural shifts.
  • Each generation joins less, accelerating social isolation trends even in a digital age.
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