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Weekly Podcast Aims to Help Listeners

People have the potential to live longer than ever before. To help listeners realize this gift of extra time, ClearPath – Your Roadmap to Health and WealthSM podcast explores a broad range of issues and shares practical tips related to health and wellness, employment, financial literacy, and retirement. Each week, host Al Waller discusses a specific topic with experts including Catherine Collinson, founding president of nonprofit Transamerica Institute® and head of Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies®, and Mihaela Vincze, public health professional of nonprofit Transamerica Institute. This weekly podcast is produced by nonprofit Transamerica Institute® and WYPR, Baltimore’s NPR news station.

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July 25, 2023 - Retirement Investing Explained

Retirement Investing Explained (Rebroadcast of July 2023)
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | January 2, 2024

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Ep. 117 Embarking on New Beginnings

Embarking on New Beginnings
Catherine Collinson, Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | December 26, 2023

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Ep. 116 The Saver's Credit Explained

The Saver's Credit Explained
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | December 19, 2023

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Ep. 115 Getting Ready to Retire

Getting Ready to Retire
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | December 12, 2023

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Ep. 114 - Learning From the Experiences of Retirees

Learning From the Experience of Retirees
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | December 5, 2023

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Ep. 113 - Give the Gift of Gratitude This Holiday Season

Give the Gift of Gratitude This Holiday Season
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | November 28, 2023

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Ep. 112 - Pre-Retiree Expectations Versus Retiree Realities

Pre-Retiree Expectations Versus Retiree Realities
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | November 21, 2023

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Ep. 111 - Health Savings Accounts 2024 Explained

Health Savings Accounts 2024 Explained
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | November 14, 2023

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Ep. 110 - Spotlight on Caregivers in the Workplace

Spotlight on Caregivers in the Workplace
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | November 7, 2023

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Ep. 109 - Health Insurance Marketplace 2024 Explained

Health Insurance Marketplace 2024 Explained
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | October 31, 2023

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Ep. 58 Life Insurance Explained

Life Insurance Explained (Rebroadcast of November 2022)
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | October 24, 2023

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Ep. 38 Unretirement Retirees Returning to Work

Unretirement: Retirees Returning to Work (Rebroadcast of June 2022)
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | October 17, 2023

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Ep. 106 - Traditional Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage

Traditional Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage Explained
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | October 10, 2023

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Ep. 35 Challenging Myths About Aging

Challenging Myths About Aging (Rebroadcast of May 2022)
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | October 3, 2023

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Ep.104 Strategizing for Retirement Explained

Strategizing for Retirement Explained
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | September 26, 2023

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Ep. 103 Medicare Enrollment 2024 Explained

Medicare Enrollment 2024 Explained
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | September 19, 2023

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Ep. 102 Baby Boomers Revolutionizing Retirement

Baby Boomers: Revolutionizing Retirement
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | September 12, 2023

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Ep. 101 Health Insurance for Young Adults Explained

Health Insurance for Young Adults Explained
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | September 5, 2023

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Ep. 100 - Generation X  Retirement Is Looming

Generation X: Retirement Is Looming
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | August 29, 2023

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Ep. 99 - Protecting Your Health From Air Pollution

Protecting Your Health From Air Pollution
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | August 22, 2023

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Ep. 98 - Millennials: Sandwich Generation of Retirement Savers

Millennials: Sandwich Generation of Retirement Savers
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | August 15, 2023

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Ep. 97 - Meet Generation Z: A New Generation of Retirement Savers

Generation Z: A New Generation of Retirement Savers
Catherine & Al Waller | August 8, 2023

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Ep. 37 Staying Hydrated for Good Health

Staying Hydrated for Good Health (Replay of Jun 2022)
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | August 1, 2023

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July 25, 2023 - Retirement Investing Explained

Retirement Investing Explained
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | July 25, 2023

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Ep. 94 The Surprising Health Benefits of Urban Living

The Surprising Health Benefits of Urban Living
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | July 18, 2023

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Ep. 93 The Great Outdoors Connecting With Nature

The Great Outdoors: Connecting With Nature
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | July 11, 2023

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Ep. 32 Preventing Skin Cancer

Preventing Skin Cancer (Replay of May 2022)
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | July 4, 2023

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Ep. 36 Retirement Inequality in the LGBTQ+ Community

Retirement Equality for the LGBTQ+ Community (Replay of Jun 2022)
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | June 27, 2023

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Ep. 90 - Megatrends Transforming the Future of Work

Megatrends: Transforming the Future of Work
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | June 20, 2023

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Ep. 39 3 Essential Health Screenings for Men

3 Important Health Screenings for Men (Replay of Jun 2022)
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | June 13, 2023

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Ep. 88 Overcoming Feelings of Loneliness

Overcoming Feelings of Loneliness
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | June 6, 2023

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Ep. 87 Employer-Worker Disconnects on Retirement Security

Employer-Worker Disconnects on Retirement Security
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | May 30, 2023

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Ep. 86 Employer-Worker Disconnects on Health & Well-Being

Employer-Worker Disconnects on Health & Well-Being
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | May 23, 2023

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Ep. 85 - Coping with Grief

Coping with Grief
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | May 16, 2023

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Ep. 22 Aging in Place - Growing Older at Home

Aging in Place: Growing Older in Your Home (Replay of Mar 2022)
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | May 9, 2023

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Ep. 83 Prioritizing Self-Care During Stressful Times

Prioritizing Self-Care During Stressful Times
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | May 5, 2023

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Ep. 82 - Managing Stress for Healthy Aging

Managing Stress for Healthy Aging
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | April 25, 2023

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Ep. 40 Financial Literacy Understanding Finances & Money

Financial Literacy: Understanding Finances & Money (Replay of Jul 2022)
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | April 18, 2023

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Ep. 80 - 4 Health Benefits of Volunteering

4 Health Benefits of Volunteering
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | April 11, 2023

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Ep. 79 Saving for Retirement if You Dont Have a 401k

Saving for Retirement if You Don't Have a 401(k)
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | April 4, 2023

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Ep. 78 Medicaid Explained

Medicaid Explained
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | March 28, 2023

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Ep. 77 3 Health Benefits of Sunlight

3 Health Benefits of Sunlight
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | March 21, 2023

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Ep. 76 7 Health Screenings for Women

7 Health Screenings for Women
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | March 14, 2023

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Ep. 75 Embrace Equity for Womens Retirement Security

Embrace Equity for Women's Retirement Security
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | March 7, 2023

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Ep. 74 5 Heart-Healthy Habits to Start Now

5 Heart-Healthy Habits to Start Now
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | February 28, 2023

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Ep. 73 Demographic Influences on Retirement Security

Demographic Influences on Retirement Security
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | February 21, 2023

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Ep. 72 Enriching Friendships for a Healthy Heart

Enriching Friendships for a Healthy Heart
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | February 14, 2023

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Ep. 71 Psychological First Aid Responding to Trauma

Psychological First Aid: Responding to Trauma
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | February 7, 2023

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Ep. 70 - 6 Ways SECURE 2.0 Boosts Retirement Security

6 Ways SECURE 2.0 Boosts Retirement Security
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | January 31, 2023

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Ep. 69 - The Saver’s Credit – A Tax Credit for Retirement Savings

The Saver's Credit - A Tax Credit for Retirement Savings
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | January 24, 2023

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Ep. 68 Traveling for Health and Happiness

Traveling for Health & Happiness 
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | January 17, 2023

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Ep. 67 New Year, New You Improving Financial Fitness

New Year, New You: Improving Financial Fitness
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | January 10, 2023

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Ep. 14 Jumpstart Your Nutrition
Jumpstart Your Nutrition (Replay of Jan 2022)
Mihaela Vincze, Christina Badaracco & Al Waller | January 3, 2023

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Ep. 65 New Year, New You Creating Healthier Habits

New Year, New You: Creating Healthier Habits 
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | December 27, 2022

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Ep. 64 Talking About Family Finances This Holiday Season

Talking About Family Finances This Holiday Season
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | December 20, 2022

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Ep. 63 Caring for Your Mental Health This Holiday Season

Caring for Your Mental Health This Holiday Season
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | December 13, 2022

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Ep. 62 Saving Money This Holiday Season

Saving Money This Holiday Season
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | December 6, 2022

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Ep. 61 Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace

Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | November 29, 2022

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Ep. 60 Supporting Caregivers in the Workplace

Supporting Caregivers in the Workplace
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | November 23, 2022

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Ep. 59 Health Insurance Marketplace 2023 Explained

Health Insurance Marketplace 2023 Explained
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | November 15, 2022

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Ep. 58 Life Insurance Explained

Life Insurance Explained
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | November 8, 2022

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Ep. 57 Cooking Healthy Recipes Around the World

Cooking Healthy Recipes From Around the World 
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | November 1, 2022

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Ep. 56 Four Generations Emerging From the Pandemic

Four Generations Emerging From the Pandemic
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | October 25, 2022

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Ep. 55 Medicare Enrollment 2023 Explained

Medicare Enrollment 2023 Explained
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | October 18, 2022

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Ep. 54 Fostering a Multigenerational Workforce

Fostering a Multigenerational Workforce
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | October 11, 2022

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Ep. 53 Retirement Transition Options Explained

Retirement Transition Options Explained 
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | October 4, 2022

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Ep. 52 5 Health Benefits of Dance

5 Health Benefits of Dance
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | September 27, 2022

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Ep. 51 - Protecting Your Hearing for Healthy Aging

Protecting Your Hearing for Healthy Aging
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | September 20, 2022

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Ep. 50 Green Space - Nature Making You Healthier

Green Space: Nature Making Us Healthier
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | September 13, 2022

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Ep. 49 Workforce Emerging From the Pandemic

Workforce Emerging From the Pandemic
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | September 6, 2022

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Ep. 48 Social Security Explained

Social Security Explained
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | August 30, 2022

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Ep. 47 Boosting Brain Health With Music

Boosting Brain Health With Music
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | August 23, 2022

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Ep. 46 Making Sustainable Living Choices

Making Sustainable Living Choices
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | August 16, 2022

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Ep. 45 Thriving Through Social Connections

Thriving Through Social Connections
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | August 9, 2022

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Ep. 44 Interest Rates Explained

Interest Rates Explained
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | August 2, 2022

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Ep. 43 - Redefining Life Priorities in the Pandemic

Redefining Life Priorities in the Pandemic
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | July 26, 2022

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Ep. 42 The Power of Pets

The Power of Pets
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | July 19, 2022

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Ep. 41 Protecting Your Eyes for Healthy Aging

Protecting Your Eyes for Healthy Aging
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | July 12, 2022

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Ep. 40 Financial Literacy Understanding Finances & Money

Financial Literacy: Understanding Finances & Money
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | July 5, 2022

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Ep. 39 3 Essential Health Screenings for Men

3 Essential Health Screenings for Men
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | June 28, 2022

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Ep. 38 Unretirement Retirees Returning to Work

Unretirement: Retirees Returning to Work
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | June 21, 2022

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Ep. 37 Staying Hydrated for Good Health

Staying Hydrated for Good Health
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | June 14, 2022

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Ep. 36 Retirement Inequality in the LGBTQ+ Community

Retirement Inequality in the LGBTQ+ Community
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | June 7, 2022

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Ep. 35 Challenging Myths About Aging

Challenging Myths About Aging
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | May 31, 2022

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Ep. 34 Saving Money During Inflation

Saving Money During Inflation
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | May 24, 2022

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Ep. 33  Rising Inflation Explained

Rising Inflation Explained
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | May 17, 2022

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Ep. 32 Preventing Skin Cancer

Preventing Skin Cancer
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | May 10, 2022

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Ep. 31 5 Tips to Support Your Mental Health

5 Tips to Support Your Mental Health
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | May 3, 2022

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Ep. 30 The Power of Hope

The Power of Hope
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | April 26, 2022

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Ep. 29 Qutting Your Job - A Transition Checklist

Quitting Your Job: A Transition Checklist
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | April 19, 2022

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Ep. 28 - The Surprising Benefits of Walking

The Surprising Benefits of Walking
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | April 12, 2022

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Ep. 27 Health Savings Accounts HSAs Explained

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) Explained
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | April 5, 2022

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Ep. 26 Employee Assistance Programs EAPs Explained

Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) Explained
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | March 29, 2022

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Ep. 25 Coping With Financial Avoidance

Coping With Financial Avoidance
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | March 22, 2022

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Ep. 24 Getting Better Sleep for Good Health

Getting Better Sleep for Good Health
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | March 15, 2022

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Ep. 23 - Break the Bias in the Gender Retirement Gap

Break the Bias in the Gender Retirement Gap
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | March 8, 2022

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Ep. 22 Aging in Place - Growing Older at Home

Aging in Place: Growing Older at Home
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | March 1, 2022

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Ep. 21 Avoiding Surprises in Your Medical Bills

Avoiding Surprises in Your Medical Bills
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | February 22, 2022

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Ep 20 4 Heart-Healthy Habits

4 Heart-Healthy Habits
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | February 17, 2022

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Ep. 19 ABLE Savings Account for People With Disabilities

ABLE Savings Accounts for People With Disabilities
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | February 8, 2022

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Ep. 18 Yoga for the Mind, Body, and Soul

Yoga for the Mind, Body, and Soul
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | February 1, 2022

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Ep. 17 Saver's Credit Boost Your Retirement Savings

Saver's Credit: Boost Your Retirement Savings
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | January 25, 2022

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Ep. 16 Staying Healthy Working From Home

Staying Healthy Working From Home 
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | January 18, 2022

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Ep. 15 The Great Resignation Options for Your 401(k)

The Great Resignation - Options for Your 401(k)
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | January 11, 2022

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Ep. 14 Jumpstart Your Nutrition
Jumpstart Your Nutrition
Mihaela Vincze, Christina Badaracco & Al Waller | January 4, 2022

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Ep. 13 5 Tips for Building Financial Resilience
5 Tips for Building Financial Resilience
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | December 28, 2021

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Ep. 12 5 Tips for Building Healthier Habits
5 Tips for Building Healthier Habits
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | December 21, 2021

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Ep. 11 Toxic Positivity Too Much Holiday Cheer
Toxic Positivity - Too Much Holiday Cheer 
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | December 14, 2021

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Ep. 10 Protect Yourself from the Latest Scams
Protect Yourself From the Latest Scams 
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | December 7, 2021

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Ep. 9 The Financial Outlook of Millennials Amid COVID-19
The Financial Outlook of Millennials Amid COVID-19
Catherine Collinson, Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | November 30, 2021

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Ep. 8 The Power of Gratitude During the Holidays
The Power of Gratitude During the Holidays 
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | November 23, 2021

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Ep. 7 Get Health Insurance 2022
Get Health Insurance 2022 
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | November 16, 2021

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Ep. 6 Employee Benefits Explained
Employee Benefits Explained
Catherine Collinson, Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | November 9, 2021

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Ep. 5 Caring for Caregivers
Caring for Caregivers
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | November 1, 2021

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Medicare Explained Podcast
Medicare Explained
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | October 26, 2021

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Ep. 3 Women and Retirement Income Gap
Women and the Gender Retirement Income Gap
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | October 19, 2021

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Ep. 2 Health Literacy - Understanding Your Health Care
Health Literacy: Understanding Your Health Care
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | October 12, 2021

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Ep.1 The New Face of Retirement
The New Face of Retirement
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | October 5, 2021

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Impacts on Retirement Security Across Generations
Impacts on Retirement Security Across Generations
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | September 13, 2021

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Pandemic Saving and Budgeting Tips
Pandemic Saving and Budgeting Tips
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | August 30, 2021

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Using Health Insurance When You Are Well
Using Health Insurance When You Are Well
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | August 9, 2021

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Breaking Unhealthy Habits
Breaking Unhealthy Habits
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | July 26, 2021

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The Importance of Healthy Morning Routines
The Importance of Healthy Morning Routines
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | June 21, 2021

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Retirement Readiness in the LGBTQ Communnity
Retirement Readiness in the LGBTQ Community 
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | June 14, 2021

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Baby Boomers Retiring in the Pandemic
Baby Boomers Retiring in the Pandemic
Catherine Collinson & Al Waller | May 31, 2021

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Managing Toxic Productivity
Managing Toxic Productivity
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | May 24, 2021

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4 Health Benefits of Decreasing Screen Time
4 Health Benefits of Decreasing Screen Time
Mihaela Vincze & Al Waller | May 3, 2021

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