Best Retirementsavings Podcasts (2024)

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101: What Women Need to Know (and Do) About Estate Planning with Your Friend the Lawyer, Pam Starsia 49:44

1h ago49:44

49:44

Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines sit down with Pam Starsia, who swapped her corporate lawyer gig for the world of estate planning, and now runs a firm alongside her husband. Once a pro in high-stakes mergers and acquisitions, Pam’s now all about creating personalized, relationship-focused estate plans. Listen in as she takes us throu…

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Hope Beyond the Headlines: Why the U.S. Economy is Stronger Than You Think 29:09

5d ago29:09

29:09

Previously, we discussed market volatility leading up to the U.S. election. Today, we're diving into the first part of a two-part series aimed at reversing some of the doom and gloom that seems so prevalent in American discourse today. Recent polls show that only 25% of Americans are satisfied with how things are going, but is the outlook really so…

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100: What GenX Women Need to Know About Retirement 34:53

16d ago34:53

34:53

“We’re nothing if not resourceful. That’s our generation’s superpower.” -Kevin In celebration of the 100th episode of Take Back Retirement, our hosts Stephanie and Kevin Gaines reflect on the defining characteristics of their very own generation–Gen X–and key lessons that women in this age bracket can put into practice today in preparing for retire…

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Why Social Security Matters for Millennials and Gen Z 30:08

19d ago30:08

30:08

In this episode, we're diving into a topic that often seems distant for younger generations: Social Security. Many millennials and Gen Zers might think Social Security won't impact them for decades, but it's crucial to start understanding it now. We begin with a brief history of Social Security and explain how it works in the U.S. We'll explore why…

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99: The Challenges and Opportunities of Defining Your Identity in Retirement with Elizabeth Parsons 45:23

29d ago45:23

45:23

“Suddenly you've got to create the content of your life, and that's a completely new enterprise for most people we work with, and it's scary until you can get your hands in the clay and feel confident about having a process.” -Elizabeth Parsons How do you deal with the massive shift that comes with stepping away from a high-powered career and into …

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Finance and Romance: Managing Money When One Partner is the CFO - with Dean Ensley 38:53

1M ago38:53

38:53

In today's episode, Anastasia is joined by a special guest--her husband Dean--to explore the intersection of finance and romance. Managing finances in a relationship has its challenges, especially when one partner takes on the role of the "CFO" while the other is more hands-off. We share our personal experiences of navigating money management toget…

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98: Conquering Internalized Ageism and Living Your Best Life after 65 with Ande Lyons 47:41

1M ago47:41

47:41

“Age is just another journey that we need to learn to love and embrace, and see as the gift it is!” Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines are joined by Ande Lyons, host of the Don't Be Caged by Your Age podcast. She’s redefining what it means to thrive after 65, and teaches us how to combat ageism at every level—whether it's institutional…

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Three Mistakes Investors Make During Election Years 24:26

2M ago24:26

24:26

How do U.S. elections impact the stock market? In this episode, we dive into "election anxiety" and how it affects your investment decisions. We'll explore the historical data on market performance during election years, whether it matters which political party controls the government, and the three common mistakes investors often make during the e…

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Fraud-Proof Your Finances: How to Keep Your Wealth Safe 42:44

2M ago42:44

42:44

In today's digital age, fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated, targeting individuals through online scams, phishing emails, and identity theft. In this episode, we dive deep into how you can protect yourself from falling victim to fraud. We'll cover key strategies to recognize suspicious emails, phone calls, and messages, and how to verify the…

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97: Why Do We Avoid Retirement Planning? 34:59

2M ago34:59

34:59

“Most pre-retirees and retirees need and want help with the critical retirement decisions they face, but they’re not always certain where to find it.” Is your retirement plan only scratching the surface? Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines uncover the common pitfalls that have kept retirees unprepared for the realities of their post-wor…

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The Reality Behind Recent Market Dips: A Long-Term Investment Outlook 26:13

3M ago26:13

26:13

In this episode, we dive into the recent market volatility that has left many investors concerned. If you've noticed your investment account balances dropping or seen chatter online about market dips, we're here to provide clarity and context. We'll discuss what's been happening in the markets lately, explore the key factors contributing to increas…

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96: Surviving Financial Infidelity with Jess Bost 53:55

3M ago53:55

53:55

"Financial infidelity is in the category of infidelity and the root of it is a hiding and a lying about the truth." Join our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines as they chat with Jess Bost, CFP at Lake Avenue Financial. She’s spent over 15 years coaching people to get from where they are to where they want to be. It’s a passion that finds i…

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Understanding Influences on Your Money Habits: Experience, Luck, and Risk 29:00

3M ago29:00

29:00

In this episode, we revisit one of our favorite personal finance books, "The Psychology of Money" by Morgan Housel to understand how our individual experiences and the elements of luck and risk influence our financial decisions. Building on key insights, we explore why personal history plays such a significant role in shaping how we view money and …

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95: Ready to Retire? Here are Five Crucial Questions to Ask Yourself 35:44

3M ago35:44

35:44

“We believe that a simpler financial life, a less fraught financial life is one where you align your dollars with what's most important to you, with the life you want to lead, with your values.” - Stephanie Have you ever found yourself asking if the perfect moment to retire will ever come? Or whether you’ll even have enough to live on when that mom…

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How to Cultivate Financial Discipline to Meet Your Goals 36:57

4M ago36:57

36:57

A 2023 survey conducted by payroll.org found that 78% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck and are struggling to save or invest after covering monthly expenses. Despite markets reaching all-time highs, recent years of inflation have driven significant stress and concern over the current economic state. Roughly half of 4,000 respondents in a June …

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94: Practicing for Retirement: Balancing Creative Pursuits and Financial Planning with Mary Jo Hoffman 54:46

4M ago54:46

54:46

“Think about practicing for retirement long before you get there.” -Mary Jo Hoffman Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines sit down with aeronautical engineer-turned-artist Mary Jo Hoffman. Renowned for her captivating photography project, Still, Mary Jo shares her extraordinary journey from a 17-year career as a scientist into becoming a …

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Tax Strategies for Young Investors 33:12

4M ago33:12

33:12

In this episode, we dive into essential tax strategies tailored for young investors. Discover the key differences between Roth and traditional IRAs and understand how these choices impact your tax strategy. We'll explain the concept of tax diversification and its importance for building a resilient financial future. Learn how to prioritize contribu…

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93: She Did It! Real Retirement Stories with Sharon Johnson 49:56

4M ago49:56

49:56

“It wasn't nearly as traumatic for me as I was expecting it to be. I was a little concerned about how I would transition from having to get up and having that routine to creating a new one.” - Sharon Welcome to another edition of Real Retirement Stories - a series of Take Back Retirement. Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines chat with Sh…

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Navigating the AI Revolution: Insights for Investors and Workers, Part Two 14:59

5M ago14:59

14:59

In April 2023, we discussed the rise of AI, our experiences with Chat GPT, and the profound changes AI is poised to bring to our world. We concluded that AI would transform nearly everything, with some changes foreseeable and others beyond our current understanding. Given the rapid advancements in AI, it’s time for an update. In Part One, we explor…

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92: What Women Need to Know about Inflation: What It Is, and Why You Should Care -- But Not Panic! 35:05

5M ago35:05

35:05

“Each dollar today buys less than the same dollar did 10 years ago. Which is why a lot of financial advisors are so focused on helping clients grow their money over time. It's not to become wealthy and die with the most money, it's because the cost of living goes up over time.” - Stephanie Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines demystify t…

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Navigating the AI Revolution: Insights for Investors and Workers, Part One 28:21

5M ago28:21

28:21

In April 2023, we discussed the transformative rise of AI, predicting that AI would revolutionize nearly every aspect of our lives. Now, a year later, it's time for an update on this rapidly evolving technology. In this episode, we explore the latest AI developments and what they mean for the future. Join us as we delve into: The newest advancement…

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91: Securing Your Retirement: Key Insights and Strategies 34:11

5M ago34:11

34:11

“If the average life expectancy for a woman is around 86, 87, fully 50% of women live longer than that. So, you can't plan just to age 87.” Can a simple quiz change the way you think about retirement? Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines uncover the hidden gems (and not-so-shiny stones) within retirement planning quizzes and surveys, esp…

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Understanding FIRE: How the Financial Independence Retire Early Movement Applies to You 32:24

5M ago32:24

32:24

In today's episode, we delve into the FIRE movement—Financial Independence Retire Early. Whether you're new to FIRE or looking to refine your approach, this episode covers what you need to know about applying the FIRE approach to your life. We explore the evolution of FIRE, break down its various types (Lean FIRE, Fat FIRE, Barista FIRE, and Coast …

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90: Guiding Women to a Richer, More Fulfilling Retirement with Dan Haylett 52:45

6M ago52:45

52:45

“Human beings going into retirement will find every excuse to not spend their money” - Dan Haylett Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines sit down with financial advisor Dan Haylett. As the host of the “Humans Vs Retirement” podcast, Dan tells us how he inspires retirees to grab life by the horns and experience true wealth in their later y…

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Timing Matters: When to Merge Finances with Your Partner 24:20

6M ago24:20

24:20

Lately, Anastasia has received questions from several couples who are considering merging their finances. When and how should couples start involving each other in their financial information? What kind of approach should each partner take before initiating discussions around money habits? How do you prompt these kinds of conversations? Are there s…

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89: Navigating the Emotional and Practical Realms of Eldercare Management with Nancy May 54:56

6M ago54:56

54:56

"Dad, you trusted me with everything. I'm trusting you with the truth.” -Nancy May Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines sit down with Nancy May, who drops some real truth bombs relating to eldercare and supporting aging parents and relatives. Nancy’s personal journey sheds light on the complexities and sacrifices involved in this critica…

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Demystifying Diworsification: Navigating the Debate Between Active and Passive Investing 39:23

6M ago39:23

39:23

What is Diworsification? Why are index funds so popular? Today we jump into the debate of passive versus active investing and consider what investors should understand about these different investing styles. What should investors understand before purchasing an index fund? What are reasons to have an active investment strategy? What should you ask …

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88: Radical Self-Acceptance: A Path to Financial Wellness for Women with ADHD with Diann Wingert 56:50

7M ago56:50

56:50

“Every single thing in my life that has ever terrorized me and terrified me, and I avoided like nobody's business, when I finally either had no place else to run, or I chose to turn around and face it, it has never been as bad as I thought it would be. It has never been as shameful as continuing to avoid.” Our hosts Stephanie McCullough of Sofia Fi…

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5 Reasons Why You Should Have an Abundance Mentality 34:31

7M ago34:31

34:31

We revisit one of the core principles of Creating Wealth that is fundamental to wealth building: an abundance mentality. We discuss five reasons why you should have an abundance mentality and share our recent thoughts and advice in implementing this within your financial life. For any questions, comments, and to suggest topics for the podcast, you …

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Finance 401 3:19

7M ago3:19

3:19

Today, we cover the four different forms of finance that are essential to understand in your wealth building journey. For any questions, comments, and to suggest topics for the podcast, you can email us at askcreatingwealth@taberasset.com.By Bill Taber and Anastasia Taber

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87: Cultivating Creative Connections for Lifelong Wellness with Claire Waite Brown 42:40

7M ago42:40

42:40

“It's not a line that you are either academic or creative, or you are either scientific or creative, or you are either mathematical…They're not separate.” -Claire Waite Brown Ever felt like your creative spark got lost in the shuffle of life? Our hosts Stephanie McCullough of Sofia Financial and Kevin Gaines of American Financial Management Group s…

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Beware of the Magic Bullet: The Fundamentals to Creating Wealth 34:05

7M ago34:05

34:05

What are the signs you are considering a magic bullet? We discuss why people are drawn to magic bullets when it comes to personal finance and share stories of how to identify them and understand them. What really matters when it comes to creating wealth? We share practical tips on how to implement the fundamentals to wealth building. For any questi…

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Elevate Your Career: Navigating Job Changes in Today's Market 33:14

8M ago33:14

33:14

In today's rapidly evolving job market, navigating job transitions and career changes is becoming increasingly common. Whether you're contemplating a new career path, facing unexpected layoffs, or striving for advancement, managing these transitions effectively is crucial. We'll clarify how to identify new job opportunities, enhance your resume and…

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86: The Success Number: Calculating What You Really Need to Earn with Ella Glasgow 48:38

8M ago48:38

48:38

“I first ask this question: What is the number to make you feel successful? You and no one else. It might be a scary number. There’s nothing wrong with fear.” -Ella Glasgow Ever felt the anxiety-inducing pressure of pinning a price tag on your brainchild? Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines break that down with guest Ella Glasgow, who's…

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Our 100th Episode: Why Creating Wealth Exists 32:35

8M ago32:35

32:35

Creating Wealth has made it to 100 episodes! In this podcast, we're diving into the personal side of things--we'll discuss our podcasting journey over the last almost four years, what we've learned through this process, and what we hope for the next 100 episodes. We talk about how we were drawn to the financial services industry and how we learned …

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85: Mastering Tax Season: Strategies for Preparation, Document Gathering, and Future Planning 32:53

8M ago32:53

32:53

“If they're only worried about that current year, then that's what they're going to focus on. Let your accountant know, ‘I'm interested in what my tax bill's going to be three, five years down the road. So, if there's something we need to be doing, let's have a conversation.’” Tax season is among us. Or as Kevin would sing, “It’s the most wonderful…

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Social Comparison: A Roadblock to Building Wealth 23:24

9M ago23:24

23:24

Social comparison is everywhere, but how does it affect your finances? Today we're diving into the topic of comparison--how common is it for millennials and Gen Z to compare their financial situations? What are some potential negative effects of comparing your finances to others? What are strategies to avoid overuse of comparision? Are there benefi…

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84: The Retirement Expense You Can't Afford to Ignore: Planning for Healthcare Costs 27:00

9M ago27:00

27:00

“If you're looking at the costs of medical expenses over time, they've actually historically grown faster than regular inflation. Healthcare is expensive, and it goes up faster than the rest of your spending; don’t overlook it.” Listen in as our hosts, Stephanie McCullough of Sofia Financial, and Kevin Gaines of American Financial Management Group …

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What’s the Deal With Annuities? 24:40

9M ago24:40

24:40

Annuities are not the simplest of investments to understand—yet they are definitely worth understanding! So today we’re going to discuss annuities, how they work, in what cases they make sense to buy—and when they don't. We’ll also discuss the questions you should ask before buying an annuity: How do I buy one? How are they taxed? We hope this epis…

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83: Combatting Fraud and Protecting Your Financial Future with AARP's Kathy Stokes 52:24

9M ago52:24

52:24

“If you know about a certain scam, you're 80% less likely to engage with it. So, please tell everybody you know.” -Kathy Stokes Could your loved ones be vulnerable to a $9 billion wave of deception? Kathy Stokes from AARP joins our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines to unravel the complexities of fraud that's sweeping the nation, hitting o…

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Reach Your 2024 Goals by Budgeting 27:36

10M ago27:36

27:36

January is typically the time when people are thinking about goals for the year ahead. And a key component to accomplishing those goals is budgeting—one of our favorite topics! Join us as we discuss what we found interesting as we reviewed our 2023 budgets, and how we’re thinking about our budgets in 2024. We’ll also touch on the demise of Mint as …

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82: Getting the Most from Social Security: Smart Strategies for Women with Heather Schreiber 53:59

10M ago53:59

53:59

“People tend to underestimate both how long they'll live and how long they'll spend in retirement. That's something that we really need to be realistic about.” - Heather Schreiber Have you ever wondered how the labyrinth of Social Security intricacies might be uniquely affecting your retirement plan? Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines …

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81: Answers to Our Most Common Questions 33:54

10M ago33:54

33:54

Ever feel like you're wading through murky waters when it comes to retirement planning? You're not alone. Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines of Sofia Financial and American Financial Management Group illuminate the path with their expertise, debunking pervasive myths that cloud the judgment of many investors. They kick things off by setting the …

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80: Reinventing Money Talks: Emotion, Accountability, and Retirement Planning with Erika Wasserman 41:54

11M ago41:54

41:54

“You'll start seeing some things that are really helping you in life and some that are hurting you. And when you don't have an outlet or a way to review these things, we stay to our consistent habits just like with our diet.” Dive into the world of financial therapy with our guest, Erika Wasserman. Fully 81% of Americans were taught not to talk abo…

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79: Small Steps, Big Impact: How Prioritizing Self-Care Transforms Your Finances with Emi Kirschner 41:48

11M ago41:48

41:48

"You have a choice about everything, and not choosing is still a choice. Prioritize yourself and ask for what you need." - Emi Kirschner What if you were told that self-care isn't just an indulgence, but a key player in achieving personal and professional success? Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines chat with Emi Kirschner, a seasoned i…

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A Brief Break 3:15

12M ago3:15

3:15

Anastasia announces an unanticipated quick break in the podcast after sad family news. For questions and comments, you can email us at askcreatingwealth@taberasset.com.By Bill Taber and Anastasia Taber

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78: The Essential Rules to Know When You Inherit an IRA 33:21

12M ago33:21

33:21

“The account you inherit as far as the IRS is concerned, it's not your retirement account. You are just receiving the money from it. It's still the original owner's retirement account.” Have you ever considered the complexities that come with inheriting retirement accounts? They can be a minefield of rules and regulations that, if not handled with …

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The Seduction of Pessimism and the Power of Optimism 27:18

12M ago27:18

27:18

Why is it that negative headlines get way more attention than positive headlines? Join us as we revisit The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel to discuss the chapter titled “The Seduction of Pessimism” and share our thoughts on the recent market downturn. We’ll also cover a recent Barron’s article titled “The Economic Cost of Unhappiness,” which …

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77: How to Decide Whether to Go Back to Work After Divorce 33:51

1y ago33:51

33:51

“The thing you’ve got to start with is what does life cost you? What does it cost to be you in this world?” Listen in as our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines tackle some big questions in this episode of Take Back Retirement, like "Do I need to go back to work after retirement or a divorce?" and "What kind of financial considerations shou…

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Raise Kids Without Breaking the Bank: Where Finances Meet Family 29:04

1y ago29:04

29:04

Raising kids is one of the most rewarding experiences in life. But it also comes with financial responsibilities and challenges—from diapers to daycare, and from college savings to family vacations. In this episode, we discuss the financial considerations that accompany starting a family. We explore budgeting, saving and investing for your children…

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