When it comes to retirement, the questions never stop—and that’s a good thing. In this week's episode of The Retirement Income Show, we open up listener submissions and tackle some of the most common (and important) questions people face as they approach retirement.

From estate planning decisions and Social Security timing to pension choices and generating reliable income, the conversation highlights the themes that show up again and again for retirees and pre-retirees. The goal isn’t quick answers or one-size-fits-all advice, but clarity around the trade-offs and considerations that matter most when your savings need to last. And just when it feels like the big questions have been covered, there’s more still to come.

Every day, life presents us with choices—some obvious, others seemingly small—that quietly shape the direction of our future. The same is true when it comes to the decisions you make with your only retirement nest egg.

In this episode of The Retirement Income Show, we explore how those choices impact your retirement income and long-term security. We'll highlight how decision-making starts early and confront the confusion many retirees feel when faced with too many financial options.

The conversation challenges common assumptions and examines the trade-offs behind key retirement decisions—designed to sharpen your thinking, not dictate your choices.

If you’ve ever wondered whether the choices you’ve made for retirement still make sense, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

A new year is the perfect time for a financial reset. In this special edition of The Retirement Income Show, we focus on laying the groundwork for a strong and confident 2026.

We walk through the core elements of a solid retirement plan—clarifying your retirement purpose, understanding your expenses, and identifying reliable income sources. From Social Security and pensions to investment strategies and intentional use of savings, this episode is about aligning your money with the life you want to live.

If you’re looking for clarity, confidence, and a stronger financial foundation in the year ahead, it's time to get back to the basics.

In every great Christmas movie, there’s always a villain lurking in the background—ready to steal the joy at the worst possible moment. Retirement planning can feel the same way. In this special holiday edition of The Retirement Income Show, we uncover the hidden threats that can quietly derail even the best-laid retirement plans.

From inflation that slowly steals your buying power, to rising healthcare and long-term care costs, and the risk of outliving your money—we break down the “Grinches,” “Wet Bandits,” and ghosts that retirees face.

Stick around for this festive yet practical episode and learn how to protect your retirement so it stays merry, bright, and stress-free—no matter what surprises come your way.

It’s Christmas time, and we're checking the list twice — is your financial advisor ending the year on the “naughty” or “nice” side? In this festive episode of The Retirement Income Show, we break down the signs of a truly client-focused advisor, the red flags that might signal it’s time for a change, and the smart end-of-year moves that can set you up for a stronger 2026. Wrap up the year with clarity, confidence, and a little holiday cheer.

Is $1 million enough to retire? What about $2 million? In this week's episode of The Retirement Income Show, we break down why there’s no magic number—because a confident, stress-free retirement is really about having steady, reliable income that lasts your entire life. We unpack why some assets generate stability while others only look good on paper, and how factors like inflation, taxes, and long-term care fit into the equation.

You’ll also learn why even people with $10 million worry they don’t have “enough." Plus, we preview one of the biggest hidden risks in retirement portfolios—and what you can do to avoid it.

If your income is tied to the stock market, you’re carrying more risk into retirement than you may realize. While that volatility may be fine while you’re working, it becomes a very different story when retirement begins.

In this episode of The Retirement Income Show, we break down why the strategy that got you to retirement shouldn’t be the same one that gets you through it. We’ll explore why steady, reliable income is essential in retirement, and what it looks like when your income is no longer tied to Wall Street’s ups and downs. If you want confidence instead of uncertainty in your retirement paychecks, this conversation is for you.

Just like a house needs a strong foundation to stand the test of time, your retirement plan must be built to “weather the storm” of market ups and downs. In this episode, we break down what it really means to create a solid retirement foundation—one that goes beyond surface-level details and focuses on true stability.

We’ll explore the core building blocks that keep your retirement standing strong: consistent income, Social Security timing, and supplemental sources like pensions or annuities. You’ll learn why the early stages of retirement planning may feel slow—much like watching a foundation being poured—but how the groundwork you lay now determines your long-term security later.

If you want a retirement plan that doesn’t just look good on paper but actually holds up under pressure, this episode is for you.