The Financial Quarterback® Podcast: Your Game Plan to Protect Your Money and Retirement

• Ep 55 - How Companies Killed Pensions and Passed the Bill to You

  Are pensions a relic of the past? Josh dives into the rapid decline of pensions and what it means for retirement planning today. With companies slashing pension plans to cut costs and boost stock prices, workers are now forced to rely on 401(k)s and other personal savings. Josh breaks down why pensions are disappearing, the challenges facing public sector plans, and how retirees can build their own steady income streams. From annuities to dividend stocks and bonds, he explores ways to replace the security pensions once provided. Then in 'Extra Points,' Josh looks at the Boeing strike over pensions and what it reveals about the future of retirement benefits. Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscribe’ so you never miss a play. If you’re enjoying the show, leave a 5-star rating and drop a review—it helps keep the game going!

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• [LIVE RADIO SHOW] Inflation's Slowing, Job Cuts Are Rising, and Debt is Piling Up + Listener Q&A!

  What does it take to stay financially grounded when everything feels uncertain? In this live radio episode, Josh breaks down how to plan smart in the face of inflation, market swings, and government waste. He covers the rise in 401k millionaires, red flags in Medicare Advantage plans, and the latest shifts in crypto and gold ETFs. He also touches on Tesla’s recent headlines and what they mean for your portfolio. Later in the show, Josh takes live caller questions on CPA red flags, IRS audits, car lease sticker shock, hybrid vehicle decisions, and Social Security updates. Original Air Date: March 1, 2025 Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscribe’ so you never miss a play. If you’re enjoying the show, leave a 5-star rating and drop a review—it helps keep the game going!

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• Ep 54 - Who Really Controls Your Money After You’re Gone?

  Should you lock your assets away in an irrevocable trust, or keep things flexible with a revocable one? Josh breaks down revocable vs. irrevocable trusts, showing how they impact taxes, inheritance, and asset protection. He lays out pros, cons, and real-world uses of these estate planning tools. From avoiding probate to shielding wealth from taxes and creditors, he gets into the strategies that can help keep your money where you want it, without unnecessary complications. Then in Extra Points, Josh takes a look at Rupert Murdoch’s family trust and the good and bad in how the media mogul structured his empire for the next generation. Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscribe’ so you never miss a play. If you’re enjoying the show, leave a 5-star rating and drop a review—it helps keep the game going!

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• Economist Harry Dent Predicts a 2008-Level Market Crash—Or Worse

  What happens when the biggest financial bubble in history finally bursts? Josh sits down with economist and bestselling author Harry Dent to break down his latest predictions for a massive market downturn between 2025 and 2027. Dent explains why recessions aren’t just inevitable, they’re necessary. They dive into the consequences of runaway debt, the real state of the stock and real estate markets, and why failing businesses need to collapse for true innovation to thrive. Dent also shares his thoughts on how millennials might eventually fuel the next economic boom, but only if the system gets the reset it needs. Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscribe’ so you never miss a play. If you’re enjoying the show, leave a 5-star rating and drop a review—it helps keep the game going!

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• Ep 53 - Wedding Bliss or Financial Miss? The Marriage Money Debate

  Is wedding bliss really about love, or is it about money too? Josh breaks down what couples need to know about merging finances, from joint accounts to budgeting, and why money fights are one of the biggest reasons marriages fail. He dives into financial transparency, the do’s and don’ts of managing money together, and how to avoid the biggest mistakes couples make. Then in 'Extra Points,' Josh shares some of the wildest stories of couples battling over money, from secret credit cards to full-blown financial betrayals. Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscribe’ so you never miss a play. If you’re enjoying the show, leave a 5-star rating and drop a review—it helps keep the game going!

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