Defining Work and Rethinking Retirement with David Bahnsen

Liberty and Leadership

Does retirement hinder achievement? Host Roger Ream is joined by co-host Dr. Anne Bradley, TFAS Vice President of Academic Affairs, and special guest David Bahnsen, Founder, Managing Partner, & Chief Investment Officer of The Bahnsen Group, for a compelling discussion on the meaning and benefits of work. David challenges conventional notions and offers insights into his belief that individuals should not retire, but instead continue evolving careers into old age. He also discusses the detrimental impact of policies that he believes hinder full labor productivity such as the societal shift towards remote workplaces. With a focus on mentorship, collaboration, and social interaction in the workplace, David advocates for a reimagined approach to work that promotes personal fulfillment and societal well-being.

David is consistently named one of the top financial advisors in America by Barron’s, Forbes, and the Financial Times. He is a frequent guest on Bloomberg, CNBC, Fox News, and Fox Business, and is a regular contributor to National Review. Before launching The Bahnsen Group, he held positions as Managing Director at Morgan Stanley and Vice President at UBS. David is the author of several best-selling books, including "Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life" (2024). He also hosts a popular weekly podcast, Capital Record, dedicated to the defense of free enterprise and capital markets. Last summer, David delivered the annual Neal B. Freeman Lecture on “History, Humanity and Happiness” to TFAS students during the D.C. Summer Programs.
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1. Defining Work and Rethinking Retirement with David Bahnsen (00:00:00)

2. Work as Vocation and Meaning (00:00:02)

3. Evolution of Work and Government Policies (00:11:37)

4. Retirement, Work, and Productivity Debate (00:21:04)

5. Value of Workplace Collaboration and Mentorship (00:30:26)