Mark McEwen’s retirement advice for News 6 Chief Meteorologist Tom Sorrells

Retirement is a milestone many people look forward to, but it also begs the question, what next? Do you take longer naps? Travel? Spend more time with family and friends? The decision really comes down to the individual, but it’s always nice to have a little help from those who have been there and done that. Former CBS meteorologist Mark McEwen has had a storied career full of impact. He finished his broadcast career as an anchor at News 6 in the early 2000s following a major stroke. Now, two decades later, he is back, sharing his retirement advice with News 6 Chief Meteorologist Tom Sorrells during his final episode of Talk to Tom. “My advice is - stay busy. Find something whether it be March of Dimes, or soup kitchen, or whatever. You don’t want to sit on the couch,” he said, “I’m thinking of moving to Brooklyn and becoming an actor, I don’t know,” Sorrells said. McEwen said when he retired his wife told him, “You need to get out of the house.” So he decided to get into the classroom. “I substitute teach. I teach at Lake Howell High School, Winter Springs High School, Haggerty High School and Oviedo High School,” McEwen said. If it’s not teaching McEwen said, “Find something to stay busy.” We are all looking forward to whatever Sorrells chooses to do in this next chapter. If you would like to send your memories and well wishes to Tom, you can send them to [email protected]. To hear more retirement advice from Mark McEwen, and some of the incredible stories from his time in front of the camera, including why Tony Bennett gave him a painting of himself, why a country star commissioned a ring for him, and so much more check out Talk To Tom. You can download the podcast from wherever you listen to podcasts or watch anytime on News 6+.