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Prime Life
Join us as we take you on a journey to maximize your health, wellness, and financial life. Meet the people redefining a healthy retirement today. We call it retirement 2.0. Leave each episode with tips and new ideas to help you navigate retirement in our new age. It's Your Time. Make it Count.
Episodes
Prime Life198- Understanding Your Social Security Options With Mary Beth Franklin
Deciding when to claim Social Security can be confusing, especially when a spouse's benefits are part of the picture. Mary Beth Franklin, a Certified Financial…
Prime Life197 - Taking the Risk With Brian Stricker
Insurance is built around understanding and managing risk. But how do you know when taking a risk yourself could lead to something new? Brian Stricker joins…
Prime Life196- Medicare Supplement: What Agents Need to Know With R.J. Hyson and Nick Scarfo
Medicare Supplement applications can raise questions about underwriting requirements, documentation and the review process. Understanding what happens behind…
Prime Life195- What If This Isn't The End Of The Story With Tiffany Young
Setbacks, self-doubt, career transitions, and unexpected life changes can make it difficult to see what's next. Host Mary Crean sits down with Tiffany Young…
Prime Life194-Medicare Is Changing: What It Means For Retirement With Matt Feret
Medicare is changing, and those changes can affect healthcare costs and retirement planning. Matt Feret joins Prime Life Podcast host Mary Crean and co-host…
Prime Life193 - Money, Markets And Making Sense Of It All With Ellen Sheng
Money can be personal, and understanding the financial world isn't always easy. Long-time financial journalist Ellen Sheng joins Mary Crean to share insights…
Prime Life192- How Different Generations See Retirement With Brittney McKenzie, Virginia Harvey and Brynn Peters
Every generation can face a different set of financial and life challenges when thinking about retirement. How can those differences shape the way Gen X…
Prime Life191- Are You Just Existing or Truly Living? With Mesha Mebane
What if aging is less about the number of years we've lived and more about how we approach the years ahead? In this episode of Prime Life Podcast, host Mary…
Prime Life190- The Age Advantage In Business And Life With Brian Snider
What can years of experience teach us about business, relationships, and what keeps us moving forward? In this episode of Prime Life, host Mary Crean talks…
Prime Life189 - Technology, Annuities and the Evolution of Retirement Income Planning With Sheryl O'Connor
Retirement income planning continues to evolve as people live longer and traditional withdrawal strategies may face new challenges. In this episode, host Mary…
Prime Life188- What's Driving Healthcare Today? With Jordan Grumet, MD
Healthcare can feel increasingly complex, making it difficult to understand what is driving the changes. In this episode of the Prime Life Podcast, Mary Crean…
Prime Life187- What Insurance Can Teach Us About Longevity with Frank Sentner
How do you stay relevant in a rapidly changing world while building a life that supports longevity? In this episode, Mary Crean talks with Frank Sentner, a…
Prime Life186- Retirement Planning Is A Journey, Not A Destination With Brittney McKenzie and Virginia Harvey
What if retirement planning isn't about reaching a finish line, but preparing for what comes next? In this episode of the Prime Life Podcast, Mary Crean is…
Prime Life185- Solving The Puzzle of Retirement With Ted Fleming
What if retirement isn't about slowing down, but about redesigning what's next? In this episode of the Prime Life Podcast, Mary Crean speaks with business…
Prime Life184 - Finding The Right Fit For Aging With Fernanda and Dave Jacobs
Staying active as you age can be challenging without the right support, guidance, and community. In this episode of the Prime Life Podcast, Mary Crean talks…
Prime Life183-Redefining Retirement: How Women Build Community, Purpose, And Power
Retirement can leave women feeling unseen, disconnected, or unsure how to rebuild community and purpose after leaving long-held roles. In this episode, host…
Prime Life182- How Robotic Pets Like Jennie Are Changing Senior Care With Tom Stevens
What if a lifelike robotic puppy could bring comfort to someone living with Alzheimer's disease? In this episode, Mary Crean talks with Tom Stevens, CEO and…
Prime Life181- The Secret Isn't the Yoga With Tory Brogan
What can turn a fitness class into a lasting habit? Host Mary Crean sits down with Tory Brogan, co-owner of Hartford Sweat, to explore how hot yoga, community…
Prime Life180- Rethinking Time & Purpose As We Age With Dr. Bridget Cooper
Why does time feel like it's speeding up and how can you live more intentionally? In this episode of The Prime Life Podcast, host Mary Crean speaks with Dr…
Prime Life179- AI and the Future of Life Insurance With Farron Blanc
As the life insurance industry continues to address challenges around accessibility, engagement, and the protection gap, generative AI and digital innovation…
Prime Life178 - Living Longer And Stronger With Jenifer Anderson
Staying motivated, building confidence, and maintaining long-term wellness can become more challenging during periods of growth and change. In this episode of…
Prime Life177- Tech For Better Aging With Adam Wilensky
Aging is changing and so is the technology that supports it. Host Mary Crean speaks with Adam Wilensky, Business Development Manager at Eugeria, about how…
Prime Life176- Reshaping Retirement, Redefining Distribution
Following Medicarians 2026, this special PrimeLife Podcast compilation brings together conversations with leaders across distribution, service, and AI. Explore…
Prime Life175- Exploring Impact And Financial Independence With Melissa Reilly
Feeling stuck despite career success—or unsure how to create financial independence on your own terms? This episode explores how to rethink success and take…
Prime Life174- Longevity and Retirement Planning With Chris Heye
As people live longer, planning for retirement increasingly involves navigating healthcare costs, long‑term care considerations, and complex financial…
Prime Life173- Why Living Better Can Start With How We Experience Time With John K. Coyle
Why can time feel like it's slipping by faster every year, and how can we live better within it? U.S. Olympic silver medalist, time‑perception international…
Prime Life172- Living Abroad in Retirement With Andrew Motiwalla
Retirement can bring changes to routines and social connections. In this episode of the Prime Life Podcast, Mary Crean talks with Andrew Motiwalla, founder of…
Prime Life171- Take Control of Your Finances with Confidence
Feeling unsure about your finances or overwhelmed by money decisions? In this episode of the Prime Life Podcast, Mary Crean sits down with Patrina Dixon…
Prime Life170- The Role of AI and Women's Financial Planning With Tina Beckwith & Neeraja Rasmussen
Life transitions such as caregiving, career pauses, divorce, or widowhood can affect women's retirement planning decisions. Co-hosts Mary Crean and Laura Dinan…
Prime Life169- Maintaining Financial Independence With Elizabeth Clubb
Money can be one of the most difficult topics for families to discuss with aging parents. Avoiding it can increase the risk of financial fraud. How can…
Prime Life168- Get Your Own Coffee With Suzanne Hopgood
Early responsibilities can feel unclear, and being underestimated can make progress challenging and it can also be a super power. In this episode of The Prime…
Prime Life167- Everyday Heart Health for Women With Adria Giordano
Heart health is critical for women, but warning signs can be missed. Mary Crean and Josef Katz speak with Adria Giordano of the American Heart Association…
Prime Life166 - The Caregiving Gap With Neal K. Shah
Caregiving is part of life for more families, but coordinating support, time, and resources can be challenging. In this episode of the Prime Life Podcast, Mary…
Prime Life165- Microbursts: Clarity In Disruption With Allison Holzer
When unexpected disruptions throw our routines off course, you may feel overwhelmed or stuck. In this episode, host Mary Crean talks with leadership advisor…
Prime Life164- Strategies For Longevity Risk With Bruno Caron
Longevity risk can make it difficult to determine how long retirement income may need to last, creating uncertainty for individuals trying to build a stable…
Prime Life163- Creating Belonging for Solo Agers With Jill Kovalich
Solo agers can face isolation and difficulty finding support networks. In this Prime Life episode, hosts Mary Crean and Laura Dinan Haber talk with Jill…
Prime Life162- Protecting Key Assets as You Age
Navigating Medicaid and long-term care planning can be complex, and information found online or through informal sources is not always complete. In this…
Prime Life161- Leadership and Legacy With Howard Fero
Leadership can be developed as a skill shaped through experience, reflection, and learning. On this episode of Prime Life Podcast, host Mary Crean speaks with…
Prime Life160- The Next Chapter of Life With Harry Agress, Jr., MD
Retirement can feel overwhelming, but it can also be a chance for growth and joy. In this episode of the Prime Life Podcast, host Mary Crean talks with Dr…
Prime Life159 - Reset To Purpose And Connection With Nick Shelton
On the Prime Life Podcast, host Mary Crean sits down with Nick Shelton, founder of The Reset Button and The Connection Code Speaking Tour. Nick shares his…
Prime Life158- Clarity, Confidence, and Moving Your Business Forward With Theresa Cantley
Feeling uncertain about your next step in business or career? On the Prime Life Podcast, Mary Crean and Josef Katz talk with business consultant Theresa…
Prime Life157 - Voice, Memory, Legacy — Captured in AI With Miles Spencer
Capturing meaningful stories and memories can be challenging. In this episode of the Prime Life Podcast, Mary Crean speaks with Miles Spencer, CEO and founder…
Prime Life156 - Skin Health and Aging: What to Know With Dr. Brook Seeley
Feeling unsure about which skin treatments to consider? Hosts Mary Crean and Josef Katz talk with Dr. Brook Seeley, double board-certified facial plastic…
Prime Life155 - Storytelling Through the Lens Of Comedy With Ellen Last
It may not always be easy to express our experiences in a way others truly hear. In this episode of the Prime Life Podcast, Mary Crean talks with Ellen Last, a…
Prime Life154- Future-Proof Your Job with AI Skills With Maureen Gaige-Edwards
Struggling to stay relevant in a rapidly changing job market? In this episode of the Prime Life Podcast, Mary Crean sits down with Maureen Gaige-Edwards…
Prime Life153-The Future Of Medicare: Unpacking Rising Costs & Digital Transformation
Medicare changes can create confusion for both consumers and insurance producers. This episode explores how shifting costs, new legislation, and evolving…
Prime Life152- Inside The World of Nifty 50+ With Don Sena
What can it really mean to live well after 50? In this episode of the PrimeLife Podcast, Mary Crean and Don Sena, founder of Nifty 50+, a website sharing…
Prime Life151-Medicare Mistakes People Can Overlook With Matt Feret
Medicare changes during the Annual Election Period can feel overwhelming. This episode explains what to watch for, plan shifts, prescription updates, and…
Prime Life150- Practical Tools to Manage Everyday Stress With Jennifer Monness
Stress can show up in various areas of life, including work, home, and community settings. Jennifer Monness, founder of JLM Wellness, offers her perspective on…
Prime Life149- ReadyRx And Personalization Of Preventative Health With Daniel Rudyak
Access to preventative health care can be limited by cost, complexity, and lack of personalization. This episode explores how ReadyRx can help to address these…
Prime Life148- Tumeric To Help With Inflammation & Aging Well With Dr. Shivani Gupta
Chronic inflammation can disrupt overall well-being and accelerate aging. In this episode, Dr. Shivani Gupta shares how Ayurvedic principles and turmeric…
Prime Life147- Find Your Way Back with Breath, Laughter, and Light With Catherine Chadwick
Feeling stuck in stress, emotional fatigue, or a fog of uncertainty? In this episode of Prime Life Podcast, Mary Crean welcomes back Catherine Chadwick to…
Prime Life146 - Reducing Financial Vulnerability Later in Life With Ron Long
Financial exploitation of older adults is an increasing concern, often driven by deceptive tactics that can lead to serious financial harm. In this episode…
Prime Life145-The Mindset Detox With Keren Eldad
What can happen when achievement stops feeling like success? In this episode, executive coach Keren Eldad joins Mary Crean and Josef Katz to unpack the hidden…
Prime Life144- Leading With Gratitude With Mary-Jane Foster
Fear and uncertainty can hold people back from pursuing their true calling. But what if risk could lead to purpose, and service could shape a lasting legacy?…
Prime Life143 - Mindset for a Changing Business World With Scott Stolze
Small business owners may struggle to keep up with rapid change, unclear communication, and evolving technology. Founder of GrowX Labs, Scott Stolls, shares…
Prime Life142 - Menopause Reframed With Kerry Burrows
What if midlife isn't a crisis—but a turning point? In this episode of Prime Life Podcast, certified health and life mentor Kerry Burrows joins Mary Crean and…
Prime Life141 - Making Sense of Medicare Plans With Matt Feret
Medicare can be complex, and the choices you make may impact your coverage and costs. In this episode, Mary Crean and Joseph Katz talk with Matt Feret—author…
Prime Life140 - Fitness That Fuels Your Prime Years With Jocelyn DeMaio
Feeling stuck in your fitness journey? Discover how movement, mindset, and the power of community can reignite your motivation—at any age. In this episode of…
Prime Life139- Family Led Futures With Annisa Teich and Annette Farese
Small businesses are the heart of our communities, but staying resilient can take more than grit. In this episode, mother-daughter duo Annette Farese and…