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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
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Inside the EdTech Privacy Audit That Changed State Law
What is your child's school app really doing with their data? BYU Information Systems Professor Justin Giboney breaks down a groundbreaking study—conducted…
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The Largest Farmland Transfer in Generations is Underway
A clear, practical look at the largest farmland transfer in generations and what it means for you. President of Farmers National Company Paul Schadegg explains…
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A Professor Says AI Beat Him at Science. Now What?
What happens when the tools you built start to outpace you? Astronomer J. Xavier Prochaska, Professor of Astronomy & Astrophysics at UC Santa Cruz, reveals how…
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The Retirement Savings Crisis Isn’t What You Think
In this interview, Andrew G. Biggs, PhD., Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, explains why the number of workers without a 401(k) or other…
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Retirement Expert Grades AI's Data on Who's Actually Saving for Retirement
Can AI accurately measure America's retirement readiness? In this episode, we put Claude Opus 4.8 to the test on key questions about the U.S. workforce and…
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Student Loan Default Explained: How the Government Can Garnish Your Wages & Social Security
Are you prepared for what happens if you stop paying your student loans? In this eye-opening interview, college finance expert Mark Kantrowitz breaks down the…
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How Many Credit Cards Do You REALLY Need? The Points Guy Answers
Are your credit cards actually working for you—or just draining your wallet with sky-high annual fees? In this episode, Nick Ewen, Editor-in-Chief of The…
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Holiday 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…
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130/80: The Magic Number That Could Add Years to Your Life
Dr. Daniel W. Jones, M.D., FAHA — Professor Emeritus and former Dean of the University of Mississippi School of Medicine — joins us to break down the American…
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A Customer Broke His Ankle Boarding a Cruise — Here's Why Travel Insurance Saved Him
Daniel Kline, Co-Editor-in-Chief of TheStreet and TravelHost, reveals why travel insurance is a must-have for anyone booking a cruise. Daniel breaks down how a…
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The Critical Lens Everyone Needs: AI, Fake Data, and Your Retirement Money
In this episode Chris Tobe, CFA, CAIA breaks down how AI-driven misinformation and “fake signals” can end up creating real fiduciary risk in retirement…
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Record Cattle Prices, Cheaper Chicken & the Lettuce Scare: What's Really Happening to Food Prices
Are your grocery bills finally getting some relief — or is more price pressure on the way? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. David Anderson, economist and…
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Long-Term Care Planning for Federal Employees: What You NEED to Know
Philip Snyder, Senior Vice President at The Warner Companies, breaks down one of retirement's most overlooked needs: long-term care. With roughly 70% of…
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The Hidden Danger of Sports Betting: What "Loss Chasing" Does to Your Finances
Professor Brad Humphreys of West Virginia University breaks down the explosive growth of legalized sports betting and its hidden dangers. Backed by Arnold…
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AI in Dentistry: Will Robots Replace Your Dentist?
Dr. Megha Sata—registered dentist, American Dental Association council member, and dental educator—returns to the Broadcast Retirement Network to explore how…
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The Car Insurance Gap That Could Cost College Parents Thousands
With roughly 19 million students heading to college, car insurance and coverage are among the most overlooked parts of the transition. In this conversation…
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Conformity, Autism & Success: The Rules Society Never Taught You
In this powerful conversation, autistic therapist and author Jessica Penot, LPC-S, opens up about masking, conformity, and what it really means to thrive as an…
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Social Security Reform: Lessons from the Greenspan Commission
Social Security is heading toward a critical deadline: without action, the Trust Funds are projected to run dry by 2032, triggering an automatic 22% benefit…
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The Hidden Cost of Financial Stress: Your Cognitive Decline
Is your bank account secretly damaging your brain? In this eye-opening interview, Dr. Jacques Wells breaks down groundbreaking research revealing that…
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Target Date Funds Explained: Why "Set It and Forget It" Could Cost You in Retirement
Are your target date funds really working for you—or just running on autopilot? On this episode of Broadcast Retirement Network, we sit down with MarketWatch…
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23,000 Jobs LOST: Why Wall Street Actually Sees It as GOOD News
Financial journalist Jane King, founder of LilaMax Media, joins Broadcast Retirement Network to break down the latest jobs report—and why the numbers aren't as…
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The Best & Worst States for Care in America (2026 Report Card)
Is your state doing enough to support working families? In this eye-opening conversation with Laura Valle Gutierrez, a fellow at The Century Foundation, we…
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How a Teenager Is Fighting the World's Crypto Crime Empire
Sanctioned by Russia while still a teenager, Alexander Browder has become a leading voice in the fight against crypto-fueled financial crime. As the founder of…
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Why U.S. Commercial Real Estate Is Booming Despite Global Chaos
In this exclusive interview, Henry Chin, PhD., Global Head of Research at CBRE, breaks down the forces shaping commercial real estate in 2026 and reveals why…
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A Memory Doctor Reveals How AI Could Change Caregiving Forever
Could artificial intelligence transform the way we care for people with dementia? In this eye-opening conversation, neurologist and memory expert Dr. Jason…
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832,000 Out of the Workforce: Why Prime-Age Men Are “Quietly” Dropping Out
In this episode, we break down a startling labor market trend with Dr. Nicholas Eberstadt, a labor economist and Henry Wendt Chair in Political Economy at the…
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From Corporate Careers to Remote Freedom: Insights from Digital Nomads
University of Virginia's Maximillian Brichta's explains that digital nomads aren’t just remote workers—they’re educators, coaches, solopreneurs, and community…
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Retirement Tech in 2026: AI, Operational Efficiency, and Better Participant Experience
Jessica Calabrese of FIS Global joins us to unpack what’s changing in retirement plan technology and why participant expectations are evolving so quickly. In…
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The Truth About “Muffled” Hearing: Is It Gradual or Sudden?
In this episode, Lisa Wenstrup, PhD., an audiologist with UC Health (University of Cincinnati), shares how hearing changes as we age—often starting with…
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Why Retirement Research Matters More Than Ever
Dallas Salisbury of the Consumer Policy Center breaks down why unbiased retirement research matters—and what it looks like in practice. In this episode, Dallas…
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Americans Are Turning to AI for Credit Help—But Is It Working?
Gen Z debt is rising, credit counseling demand is at a 10-year high, and many people are discovering that debt consolidation loans don’t always stop the cycle…
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The Hidden Cost of Sports Betting: Cutting Long-term Savings
Professor Jason Kotter (BYU Marriott School of Business) breaks down what sports betting looks like in the real world—why it feels “winnable,” how commonly…
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Power Panel: Fiduciary Duty Meets Retirement Income
In this episode of Broadcast Retirement Network, we bring together leading voices on retirement income strategy and fiduciary considerations. Guests include…
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Can a Foundation Outlive Its Mission?
Thomas Adam, PhD., from the University of Arkansas, joins us to explore how philanthropic foundations are shaped by donor intent—and what happens when the…
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The “Default Clock” Is Ticking: 90 Days to Avoid a Credit Hit
Betsy Mayotte, Founder of The Institute of Student Loan Advisors, joins Broadcast Retirement Network to discuss the sharp rise in federal student loan defaults…
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Predicting Beef Prices: Can Summer Seasonality Help?
In this video, we break down the data-driven approach to forecasting retail beef prices, highlighting how time-series and machine-learning methods can capture…
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Cash Value Explained: The “Hidden” Power of Permanent Life Insurance
In this episode of the Broadcast Retirement Network, Phillip Snyder, CLU from The Warner Companies shares a focused, practical approach to retirement…
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SEC Mutual Funds: The Performance Standard You Can Actually Trust
Chris Tobe, CFA, CAIA of the Hackett Group breaks down a critical question for retirement plan sponsors and advisors: how should “performance” really be…
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Aging America’s Hidden Crisis: Who Will Care for Us?
Long-term care is facing a staffing crunch, and it’s not just about “more funding”—it’s about the workforce pipeline and the real-world conditions that…
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The Motives Behind Crypto Investment: Social Media vs. “What’s It For?”
Professor Vikramaditya Khanna (University of Michigan Law) shares findings from a new study exploring U.S. attitudes toward cryptocurrency—what people think…
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From “Crazy Idea” to Mainstream: Why Americans Want to Retire Overseas
Ready to retire overseas but not sure where to start? In this episode, Kathleen Peddicord—founder and publisher of Live and Invest Overseas—breaks down why…
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“If You Don’t Use It, You Lose It” (What Aging Changes)
Should you exercise through an injury? What's the best way to build muscle, lose weight, and stay healthy after 50? In this insightful interview, Jill Brown…
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Can Medicare Help You Get GLP-1s? Requirements You Need to Know
Medicare’s new Part D program is aiming to cover certain GLP-1 medications for people with obesity, potentially lowering costs for eligible patients (with a…
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The College “Enrollment Cliff” Isn’t a Cliff—It’s a Slow Financial Slide
Dr. Dick Startz, an education economist at the University of California, Santa Barbara. In this episode, we explore the financial reality facing America’s…
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Higher Earners, Benefit Caps, and Payroll Taxes: Social Security's Tough Choices
AEI's Andrew Biggs, CRFB's Marc Goldwein and CBPP's Kathleen Romig break down what Social Security’s “crisis” really means—because it’s not simply…
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Leveraged ETFs: The Fast Money Trap for Long-Term Investors
Dan Caplinger of The Motley Fool returns to discuss how exchange-traded funds have evolved—and why that evolution can matter more than most investors realize.
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GAO Breaks Down Long-Term Care Funding (Who Pays for What?)
Medicare and Medicaid often get misunderstood when it comes to long-term care—especially assisted living. In this conversation, U.S. Government Accountability…
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Google & AI Give All the Answers, but Children Lose Important Basic Skills
Modern digital technology is reshaping our world, but it is also quietly eroding the most fundamental life skills in our children. In this thought-provoking…
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DOL’s 40,000 Comments: Fiduciaries & Plan Sponsors Speak Out
DOL ERISA Regulations 2026: What Every Fiduciary, Investor & Plan Sponsor Needs to Know Major new proposed regulations from the Department of Labor are…
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Why “Trump Accounts” May Be the Least Tax-Advantaged Option
Trump Accounts 2026: What Every Parent, Investor & Family Needs to Know Major new tax-advantaged savings accounts are now live, and they could significantly…
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July 1 Student Loan Changes Seek to Eliminate Confusion
Mark Kantrowitz, a student-loan expert breaks down the major July 1 changes to loan limits and repayment plans, explains who’s most affected, and shares…
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Stanford Health AI Week: How AI Can Support Aging in Place
What if AI could help older adults stay healthy and independent—without replacing the human care they still need? In this conversation, Karen Eggleston, PhD…
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What to Know about Fees When Hiring a Retirement Plan Advisor
Looking for the right retirement plan advisor? In this episode, Stephen Puckett of Fiduciary Pension Partners breaks down how retirement plan advisory fees…
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Fertilizer, Fuel, and Beef: How Costs Ripple Through Grocery Prices
Texas A&M University's David Anderson discusses the USDA’s 18-month forecast. Grocery prices are likely to stay higher, largely because food and energy costs…
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Why New Car Prices Keep Climbing (And What to Do)
New cars are averaging around $50,000—and that affordability gap is getting harder to manage. Automobile enthusiast Ray McGrath breaks down why prices keep…
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The #Fertilizer “Long Tail” Threatens #Global #Food #Security
#thismorning | The #Fertilizer “Long Tail” Threatens #Global #Food #Security | Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau, George W. Bush Presidential Center | #Tunein…
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A #SocialSecurity #Blueprint: #Reforms Aimed at #LongTerm Survival
#thismorning | A #SocialSecurity #Blueprint: #Reforms Aimed at #LongTerm Survival | Bill Cassidy, United States Senate | #Tunein…
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6 #Signs You've #Outgrown Your #Financial #Advisor
#thismorning | 6 #Signs You've #Outgrown Your #Financial #Advisor | Alisa Wolfson, Marketwatch | #Tunein: broadcastretirementnetwork.com #Aging, #Finance…
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#Bio2026: Where #Investors Meet #Drug #Discovery
#thismorning | #Bio2026: Where #Investors Meet #Drug #Discovery | Kate Strayer-Benton and Andrew R. Snyder, Phd., Monash University | #Tunein…
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#401k Won for #Employers—Now #Retirement #Risk Hits #Employees
#thismorning | #401k Won for #Employers—Now #Retirement #Risk Hits #Employees | John A. Ruddy, DPS, CFA, CPA, University of Scranton | #Tunein…