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A Bigger Social Security Raise in 2027? Here's Why That Might Not Be Good News
Jul 21 2026 • 00:21:37
Early projections suggest Social Security recipients could receive a larger cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2027—but is that really something to c...
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Social Security Spousal & Survivor Benefits: The Rules That Could Add Thousands to Your Retirement
Jul 17 2026 • 00:24:12
Many people assume they understand how Social Security works—until they discover just how many important rules they've been missing. In this episode o...
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Travel Smarter in Retirement: Making Every Dollar—and Every Reward Point—Count
Jul 14 2026 • 00:22:09
Summer travel is in full swing—but so are higher prices. On this episode, Matt flies solo once again while Josh recovers, and welcomes Shikha Narula, ...
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AI Isn't Replacing Retirement Planning—It's Changing It Main segments: Market Update
Jul 10 2026 • 00:20:48
Artificial intelligence is changing nearly every aspect of our lives—including our careers, earning potential, and ultimately, our retirement plans. T...
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You've Spent 40 Years Saving. Now Comes the Hard Part.
Jun 30 2026 • 00:19:48
For decades, we've been told to save, save, save for retirement. But what happens when retirement finally arrives and it's time to start spending? In ...
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Is Social Security Really Going Broke? Here's What the Headlines Aren't Telling You
Jun 26 2026 • 00:19:39
Is Social Security really running out of money? If you've seen alarming headlines about the Social Security trust fund being depleted by 2032, you're ...
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Podcast Extra — Medicaid Changes and Cancer Treatment: What's at Stake?
Jun 24 2026 • 00:07:03
New Medicaid work requirements are scheduled to take effect in 2027, and some healthcare experts are raising concerns about how they could affect canc...
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Automate Your Retirement Success: Why Systems Beat Willpower Every Time
Jun 16 2026 • 00:19:28
What if one of the biggest keys to retirement success wasn't working harder—but working smarter? In this episode of Take Pride in Retirement, Josh and...
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Mid-Year Money Reset: How to Get Back on Track Before 2026 Slips Away
Jun 12 2026 • 00:20:33
Have your financial goals slipped a little this year? If so, you're definitely not alone. A lot of people start the year feeling motivated and excited...
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Before You Buy an Annuity: The Questions Every LGBTQ+ Retiree Should Ask
Jun 09 2026 • 00:29:18
June is Annuity Awareness Month, and in this follow-up episode, Matt and Josh focus on the questions every retiree should ask before investing in an a...