Retirement Planning Insights with Harry Abrahamson | Peaceful Life Radio

Join hosts David Lowry and Don Drew on Peaceful Life Radio as they interview Harry Abrahamson, a leading financial strategist specializing in retirement planning. In this episode, Harry explains the unique nature of money compared to math, discusses his book 'Money Rules: Nine Rules to Massive Wealth', and shares invaluable advice on managing finances before and during retirement. He covers topics like the behavior of money, retirement income strategies, the significance of RMDs, and the importance of having a diversified portfolio. Harry also sheds light on the benefits of whole life insurance and the pre-tax vs. post-tax investment debate. Tune in to get expert insights to help you secure your financial future.

00:00 Introduction to Money and Math
00:22 Meet Our Guest: Harry Abrahamson
00:33 Harry's Financial Philosophy
01:53 Money vs. Math: A Deeper Dive
03:40 Harry's Book: Money Rules
05:13 Retirement Planning Strategies
08:39 Understanding Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)
14:39 Investment Strategies and Diversification
24:20 The Importance of Financial Preservation
27:51 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Harry

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Navigating Aging and Masculine Identity: Insights from Adrienne Matei

In this insightful episode of Peaceful Life Radio, hosted by David Lowry and Don Drew, journalist Adrienne Matei delves into the challenges aging men face with changing masculine identities. The conversation explores Adrienne's Guardian article, addressing how older men grapple with shifting roles and self-worth. The discussion covers topics like hegemonic masculinity, the impact of longer lifespans, and the importance of self-compassion and intergenerational communication. Adrienne shares experiences from her interviews and highlights psychologist Karen Skerrett's six tasks for positive aging. The episode concludes with a call for better family conversations and societal representation of elderhood.

00:00 Introduction to Hegemonic Masculinity
00:30 Meet Our Guest: Adrienne Matei
01:38 Discussion on Boomer Men's Identity
04:36 Impact of Longevity and Medical Advances
07:21 Six Tasks for Positive Aging
10:40 Intergenerational Communication
17:58 Jeremy's Story: A Personal Insight
23:57 Concluding Thoughts and Future Work

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Love Over Religion: Dr. Thomas Oord's Journey Through Faith and Belief

Join us on this episode of Peaceful Life Radio as we delve into an enlightening conversation with Dr. Thomas J. Oord, a theologian, scholar, and author. Dr. Oord discusses his evolution from a traditional evangelical upbringing to his current stance on open and relational theology, emphasizing love as the cornerstone of his life. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Dr. Oord explores faith, belief systems, and the complexities of spiritual development. Tune in for a thought-provoking dialogue about love, spirituality, and navigating the challenges of shifting beliefs.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:31 Dr. Oord's Personal Journey
02:35 Stages of Spiritual Development
05:32 Challenges and Changes in Faith
06:58 Navigating Differences and Acceptance
09:21 Big Questions and Rethinking God
12:37 Spirituality vs. Religion
22:39 Love and Legacy
24:26 Conclusion and Farewell

Visit the Peaceful Life Radio website for more information. Peaceful Life Productions LLP produces this podcast, which helps nonprofits and small businesses share their stories and expertise through accessible and cost-effective podcasts and websites. For more information, please contact us at info@peacefullifeproductions.com.