The Buena Vida Podcast
Welcome to the Buena Vida Podcast!
Formerly known as the ERS Walk & Talk Podcast, the Buena Vida Podcast is brought to you by the Employees Retirement System of Texas (ERS). This podcast is designed to support state employees and employees of higher education institutions who receive benefits through our program.
In each episode, we explore topics that promote well-being, health, and balance, featuring expert guests, insightful discussions, and practical tips for living a healthier, happier life. From mindfulness and stress management to fitness, nutrition, and overall wellness, we’ve got you covered!
Our podcast library also includes all previous episodes from the ERS Walk & Talk Podcast (dating back to 2021), so you can catch up on all the great content while enjoying the fresh direction of Buena Vida — the good life.
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The Buena Vida Podcast
Gary Albus: Health, Leadership, and the Rule of 168
In this 20-minute Walk & Talk, Lacy walks in her Pflugerville neighborhood while talking with one of her mentors, recently retired DPS Director Gary Albus in Lubbock, Texas. Through his trademark storytelling, Director Albus shares his simple routine for staying fit – both physically and emotionally -- in retirement and in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn the wisdom he found in “Rule of 168,” the secret to asking great questions, and how anyone can become a better person by tapping their inner leader, regardless of their job title.