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Broadcast Retirement Network
The Broadcast Retirement Network (BRN) is the first lifestyle media platform focused on helping Americans achieve financial independence and to make retirement and savings culturally relevant. The content is informative and engages the viewer. Most importantly - No agendas, no sales pitches, no product pushes.
Episodes
Broadcast Retirement NetworkSmall Business Health Coverage: The Choice that Changes Everything
Karen Kerrigan, President and CEO of the Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council), joins us to unpack one of the most important decisions a…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThe Scariest Halloween Cost: $320 Million in Credit Card Swipe Fees
Doug Kantor of the National Association of Convenience Stores examines how credit card swipe fees add nearly $320 million to Americans’ Halloween spending…
Broadcast Retirement Network80 Is the New 60: Why Aging Is Your Greatest Superpower
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., M.Div., Ph.D., career prosecutor, author, and media commentator, for a powerful conversation on…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkHorse-assisted therapy is linked to lower stress in children with autism
Dr. Caiti Peters of Colorado State University joins the Broadcast Retirement Network to discuss how horse-assisted therapy is linked to lower stress in…
Broadcast Retirement Network2027 Tax Brackets Decoded: Bracket Creep, 401k Limits & How To Prepare
Michael Henaghan, Managing Editor at Wolters Kluwer, breaks down the projected 2027 federal tax brackets—how they're calculated, why "bracket creep" quietly…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThe Hidden Money Stress Destroying Your Mental Health and Relationship
Dr. Stephanie Zepeda, PhD, LMFT, founder of Financial Therapy Texas, joins Broadcast Retirement Network to reveal the hidden toll of financial anxiety. She…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThe 200-Year-Old Tortoise Redefining Human Healthspan
What can a 192-year-old tortoise teach us about living longer, healthier lives? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Stephen W. Clark, MD, PhD, MSCI from the…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkFrom First Dollar to Last Payout: Inside the 2026 SPARK Forum
Tim Rouse, Executive Director of the SPARK Institute, Rachel Weker, Retirement Strategist at T. Rowe Price , and Chris Weirath, Head of Client Success at…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThe Healthcare Affordability Crisis: Why Your Premiums Are Soaring
Healthcare in America is reaching a breaking point. In this episode, we sit down with Katherine Hempstead, Senior Policy Adviser at the Robert Wood Johnson…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkCaregiving @ Work: A National Inflection
Bridget Bearden, PhD, of the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) discusses Caregiving @ Work: A National Inflection. Bridget explains why caregiving has…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThe Great 401(k) Shift: Why Alternatives are Heating Up
In this conversation with David Cohen—Head of US Retirement Investment Product, Portfolio Manager, and Global Head of Stable Value & Guaranteed Product at…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkHow to Protect Your Family from 3 Hidden Insurance Traps
Term life insurance, open enrollment, and the scams that target families when they are most vulnerable, this episode breaks down how to make sure your coverage…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkCar Payments Near $800: Should You Buy New or Repair Your Old Car?
With average car payments nearing $800, replacing your vehicle can have a major impact on your monthly budget and retirement savings. Automobile enthusiast Ray…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkDying with Dignity: Why Alzheimer's Is Left Out
What options do you have at the end of life if you're diagnosed with Alzheimer's? For author and advocate Laura Carroll, the question became personal after she…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkYour Money Has a Job — Are You Doing It Right for Your Age?
Dr. Patrick Payne of the Arizona State University W. P. Carey School of Business joins us to explain why managing your money is anything but cookie cutter. As…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkYour Money Has a Job — Are You Doing It Right for Your Age?
Dr. Patrick Payne of the Arizona State University W. P. Carey School of Business joins us to explain why managing your money is anything but cookie cutter. As…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkInside the Intel Supreme Court Case: Fees, Fiduciaries and Hidden Risk
In this episode of the Broadcast Retirement Network, we sit down with Chris Tobe, CFA, CAIA, Chief Investment Officer at The Hackett Group and author of…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkDecoding the Meow: What Your Cat Is Trying To Tell You
Have you ever wondered what your cat is actually saying when it meows? In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Losos, Professor of Biology at Washington…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkGambling becomes America’s favorite pastime
Victor Matheson, Professor of Economics at the College of the Holy Cross, joins us to examine how sports betting has rapidly become a major part of American…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkGambling becomes America’s favorite pastime
Victor Matheson, Professor of Economics at the College of the Holy Cross, joins us to examine how sports betting has rapidly become a major part of American…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkIs AI Secretly Charging You More? The Scary Future of Personalized Prices
Dr. David P. Anderson of Texas A&M University joins us to examine how artificial intelligence could transform the way businesses set prices. From personalized…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkOctober 15 Tax Deadline: File Now or Face Costly IRS Penalties
The October 15 tax-extension deadline is approaching, and failing to file could result in costly IRS penalties and mounting interest. Rackaye Christie of…
Broadcast Retirement Network1 in 8 Cancers Are Caused by Infections — Here's How to Prevent Them
In this episode, we sit down with Harriet Rumgay, PhD, a scientist at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO), to unpack a striking new…
Broadcast Retirement Network"How to Protect Your Parents (and Your Siblings) From a Long-Term Care Crisis
In this episode, financial advisor Noah Doyle of SoundRidge Private Wealth breaks down one of the most avoided—yet most important—conversations families can…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkLiving to 95? Your Retirement Plan Isn't Ready
In this episode of the Broadcast Retirement Network, Jay Jackson, Chairman and CEO of Abacus Global Management, explains why living longer has become one of…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkWhen Is It Time to Take Away the Car Keys? Warning Signs Families Can’t Ignore
When should an aging loved one stop driving—and how can families handle that difficult conversation without stripping away their independence? Jenny Nordine…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkWeak Jobs Report, Strong Markets: What September's Chaos Means for Your Money
Markets veteran Jane King of Lila Max Media joins us live from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange to break down a pivotal moment for the economy. In this…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThe Retirement Plan Your Body Needs: Muscle, Movement & Longevity After 50
Fitness expert Jill Brown of Jill Brown Fitness joins the program to explain why investing in your health may pay bigger dividends than your financial…
Broadcast Retirement Network$106 Billion in Mega-Gifts: How AI Cracked America's Million-Dollar Giving Code
In this episode, we sit down with Shivant Shrestha of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy to explore the new AI-powered methodology…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkWhy Fixing Social Security With Tax Hikes Could Backfire — New Wharton Study
Andrew G. Biggs, Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and a leading voice on Social Security and retirement policy, examines a critical question…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThe New Federal Student Loan Numbers Are In (And They're Ugly)
On this episode, we're joined by Betsy Mayotte, Founder and President of The Institute of Student Loan Advisors (TISLA), to break down the latest federal…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkMovement Span: The Third Key to Longevity
Dr. Li Li of Georgia Southern University explains “movement span,” the often-overlooked third dimension of longevity alongside lifespan and healthspan. He…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkAmerica Is Running Out of Nursing Home Beds — And It'll Affect All of Us.
America is heading toward a nursing home crisis: as the 80+ population surges, the number of nursing homes keeps shrinking—driven by staffing shortages, low…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThrifting Just Entered the Inflation Equation
Sarah Van Giezen of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how inflation is measured. She explains why secondhand…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkCreatine Isn't Just for Athletes — The Surprising Brain & Aging Benefits
In this episode, we sit down with Professor Richard Kreider, Texas A&M professor who has spent over 35 years researching creatine to separate fact from fiction…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkPioneering the Future of Aging
Dr. Paul Robbins of the University of Minnesota joins us to examine the science of healthy aging and the practical choices that support a longer health span…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkWhy 47% of Life Insurance Customers Quit in Year 3
Phillip Snyder, CLU, The Warner Companies, addresses a critical challenge facing the life insurance industry: client retention. According to recent LIMRA…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkHow to Afford College in 2026: Student Loans Just Got Harder
College costs are rising and federal student loan rules are changing. Join us as Cathy Mueller from Mapping Your Future breaks down new loan policies, parent…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkHoliday Flight Prices Are SKYROCKETING — Here's When to Book
Should you wait to book Thanksgiving or Christmas travel? Don't. In this interview, Nick Ewan, Editor-in-Chief of The Points Guy, breaks down why holiday…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkRetirement Tech in 2026: AI, Operational Efficiency, and Better Participant Experience
In this expert interview, Jessica Calabrese, Head of Retirement Product Strategy at FIS Global, explains how AI is improving participant experiences…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkYour Gut Could Be Fueling Alzheimer's — Here's the Molecule to Blame
Could the key to understanding Alzheimer's disease be hiding in your gut? In this fascinating conversation, Dr. Barbara Bendlin, PhD — Professor of Geriatrics…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThe Cheap Sleep Hacks that Really Work
Struggling to get a good night's rest? In this interview, Rebecca Kaplan, a primary care provider with Hartford HealthCare Medical Group, explains why quality…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkHigh Food Prices? Here's How Diabetics Still Eat Healthy
In this episode, we sit down with Toby Smithson, M.S., RDN, LD, CDCES, FAND — a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and Registered Dietitian…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkBeyond the Drill: Why the Human Side of Dentistry Matters More Than Ever
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Cristian Pavel, DDS of Smile First Dental Wellness in Chicago to explore the human side of dentistry—and why it matters…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkYour 'Global' Fund Isn't What You Think
Debbie Carlson, Contributor to the Wall Street Journal, joins us to unpack a subtle but costly source of confusion for investors: the difference between…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThe Personalization Effect: Better Hearing, Better Mood
What if tweaking your hearing aid settings could actually improve your mood? In this video, Erin Picou, Au.D., Ph.D., Associate Professor and director of the…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkGAO Warns: Retirement Plan Data Isn’t Always Protected
Tranchau (Kris) T. Nguyen of the U.S. Government Accountability Office explains how retirement plan providers may be collecting, using, and sharing…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkPerimenopause Explained: Take Back Control of Your Hormones
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Natalya Borakowski, Naturopathic Doctor and founder of Unveil, to demystify one of the most misunderstood phases of a…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkGroceries Are Bleeding You Dry — How to Stack Coupons Like a Pro
Grocery prices aren't coming down anytime soon — but your bill can. In this episode, we sit down with Kristin McGrath, Senior Editor at The Krazy Coupon Lady…
Broadcast Retirement Network$6.88 Ground Beef: An Economist Reveals What's Really Driving Prices
Beef prices are hitting record highs—ground beef at $6.88 a pound, steaks north of $13—and in this eye-opening conversation, agricultural economist Dr…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkIs Your Therapy Session Being Fed to AI?
In this episode, social work ethics and data privacy expert Dr. Allan Barsky, MSW, Ph.D. of Florida Atlantic University breaks down what everyone should know…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkMoving for Care: The Hidden State-by-State Rules That Could Cost You
Should you move your aging parents across state lines for care? In this episode, certified elder law attorney Janet Colliton, Esquire of Colliton Law…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkIs Blue Light Actually Ruining Your Vision? An Optometrist's Surprising Answer
Is your screen slowly damaging your eyes — and can your diet actually protect them? In this episode, we sit down with Yaw Buabeng, a doctoral candidate in the…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkRoads to Retirement - The Haight
Set in San Francisco's iconic Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, this video follows three small business voices — Dave McLean, the self-described "godfather of craft…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkRoads to Retirement: The Journey Begins
In Roads to Retirement: Act I – The Journey Begins, Jeff Snyder sets the stage for a thoughtful exploration of what retirement really means by introducing two…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkTeam Dog or Team Cat? What Pets Reveal About Retirement
Can owning a pet actually lead to a happier, more fulfilling retirement? In this episode, we sit down with David Blanchett, Ph.D., CFA®, CFP®, Head of…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThe Hidden Fix to America's $4 Trillion Healthcare Problem
The U.S. spends 2–3 times more on healthcare than any other developed nation — but a groundbreaking new study shows some states are finally starting to slow…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkMedicare Decoded: What to Know Before You Turn 65
Most people think they understand Medicare — but a recent eHealth survey reveals a shocking knowledge gap that could cost you thousands of dollars. In this…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkAI Could Blow a Hole in the Federal Budget
AI is transforming the labor market — but what happens to the federal government's revenue when jobs disappear? In this interview, RAND's Carter Price, breaks…
Broadcast Retirement NetworkThe Loneliness Epidemic: Is Big Tech the Cause AND the Cure?
In this thought-provoking conversation, Lawrence Quill, co-director of the Loneliness Project at San Jose State University dives deep into the modern…