Episodes

  • Retirement, Reimagined: How AI Could Impact Careers & Retirement Planning
    Feb 3 2026

    Brian Elliott, CEO of WorkForward and executive-in-residence at Charter, joins David Blanchett to discuss how AI and shifting workplace norms are reshaping careers—and what that means for retirement planning. This conversation explores "mini-retirements," like part-time or consulting work, and the practical realities of hybrid/remote work, from core collaboration hours to career advancement dynamics.

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    23 mins
  • Jennifer Wallace on Mattering: The Key to Longevity, Happiness, and Connection
    Jan 20 2026

    Award‑winning journalist and author Jennifer Wallace joins David Blanchett to unpack the science of "mattering" and why feeling valued—and adding value—is essential to resilience, wellbeing, and fulfillment across life's stages. This conversation explores how mattering shapes aging, retirement, work, and community, and shares practical ways to strengthen our sense of purpose and connection.

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    23 mins
  • The Evolution of Retirement with Jason Fichtner, Executive Director at the Retirement Income Institute
    Jan 6 2026

    Jason Fichtner, Executive Director at the Retirement Income Institute, joins David Blanchett to explore the evolving landscape of retirement in America—from the origins of Social Security as old-age insurance to today's changing "three-legged stool" of retirement income.

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    22 mins
  • Michael Finke on the Three Pillars of Retirement Satisfaction
    Dec 16 2025

    Michael Finke, Professor of Wealth Management and Frank M. Engel Distinguished Chair in Economic Security at the American College of Financial Services, joins the show to talk with David Blanchett about the three pillars of retirement satisfaction—financial resources, health, and relationships—and how deliberate planning in each area leads to a more fulfilling retirement.

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    24 mins
  • Hal Hershfield on "Your Future Self"
    Dec 2 2025

    Hal Hershfield, Professor at UCLA Anderson School of Management, joins guest host Dylan Tyson, President of Prudential Retirement Strategies, to discuss how building a relationship with our "future selves" can shape the decisions we make today. From financial planning to personal growth, this conversation offers powerful insights into how we can chart a path toward achieving the life we want both now and as we age.


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    24 mins
  • Balancing Acts: The Caregiver's Journey
    Nov 18 2025

    Beth Pinsker, Certified Financial Planner and MarketWatch columnist, joins David Blanchett to discuss the challenges and realities facing today's caregivers. Pinsker shares personal stories and guidance on planning for long-term care, emphasizing the importance of early and ongoing communication within families about financial and caregiving responsibilities.

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    27 mins
  • Retirement & The Confidence Paradox ft. Caroline Feeney, Prudential's Global Head of Retirement and Insurance
    Nov 4 2025

    In this premiere episode, Caroline Feeney, Prudential's global head of Retirement and Insurance, joins David Blanchett to discuss the findings from the first-ever Global Retirement Pulse Survey. Their discussion focuses on the "confidence paradox": 87% of respondents feel confident they'll cover essential retirement expenses, but half cannot picture what retirement looks like and how they will achieve it.

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    17 mins
  • Teaser: Life & Longevity
    Oct 30 2025

    Coming soon: Life & Longevity features conversations exploring a wide range of topics related to retirement, all while underscoring the importance of financial planning, security, and resiliency through every stage of life. With a focus on "living a better life, longer," each episode will primarily feature thought leaders from outside Prudential in conversation with Prudential leaders about trends and opportunities related to retirement.

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    1 min