Pension Protectors

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Jun 2026

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Pension Protectors is where real stories meet real solutions. We talk money, stress, wellness—the stuff no one else does. No fluff, just honest help so you can retire confident, prepared, and at peace—with people you trust in your corner. Whether you are a seasoned first responder or a veteran public school teacher, we will cover topics like retirement, that are relative to you and your pension. Matt and Clint are culturally competent professionals who speak in a language you can understand. Not even your unpredictable income or hours will throw off your hosts as they have 30+ years combined experience in focusing on state pensioners just like yourself. www.triplecrownwm.com Clinton Kersting and Matthew McManus offer securities through Equitable Advisors, LLC, member S.I.P.C., Equitable Financial Advisors in Michigan and Tennessee, and offer annuities and insurance through Equitable Network, LLC. Equitable Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Financial Professionals may offer products and services and/or respond to inquiries only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. This podcast does not constitute financial advice or an offer of any kind. Triplecrown Wealth Management, LLC is not owned or operated by Equitable Advisors or Equitable Network.

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June 4, 2026Episode 1450 min

Pension Protectors S3E14--Embracing Wellness with Lt. Kenny Schroeder

Kenny is a firefighter/paramedic in Northern Kentucky with almost 3 decades of experience. He shares his story about his struggles and how embracing the wellness culture had a profound impact in his life and those around him. Be sure to connect with Kenny as he is continuing his mission to help other first responders in the area by putting on an annual Northern Kentucky First Responder Wellness Symposium.Clinton Kersting and Matthew McManus offer securities through Equitable Advisors, LLC, member S.I.P.C., Equitable Financial Advisors in Michigan and Tennessee, and offer annuities and insurance through Equitable Network, LLC. Equitable Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Financial Professionals may offer products and services and/or respond to inquiries only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. This podcast does not constitute financial advice or an offer of any kind. Triplecrown Wealth Management, LLC is not owned or operated by Equitable Advisors or Equitable Network.

May 21, 2026Episode 131 hr 19 min

Pension Protector S3E13--Growing up as a cop's kid with Chris Perry

Chris talks about what it meant to be the son of a Cincinnati cop and then ultimately follow the same path and his experiences after 3 decades in law enforcement. Clinton Kersting and Matthew McManus offer securities through Equitable Advisors, LLC, member S.I.P.C., Equitable Financial Advisors in Michigan and Tennessee, and offer annuities and insurance through Equitable Network, LLC. Equitable Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Financial Professionals may offer products and services and/or respond to inquiries only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. This podcast does not constitute financial advice or an offer of any kind. Triplecrown Wealth Management, LLC is not owned or operated by Equitable Advisors or Equitable Network.

May 7, 2026Episode 121 hr 0 min

Pension Protectors S3E12--Healthcare in Retirement with Sharon Bohlen

Sharon Bohlen of Bohlen Benefits joins Matt as a Medicare specialists to discuss healthcare in retirement. They even cover what someone can do for healthcare if they are not quite of Medicare age. Clinton Kersting and Matthew McManus offer securities through Equitable Advisors, LLC, member S.I.P.C., Equitable Financial Advisors in Michigan and Tennessee, and offer annuities and insurance through Equitable Network, LLC. Equitable Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Financial Professionals may offer products and services and/or respond to inquiries only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. This podcast does not constitute financial advice or an offer of any kind. Triplecrown Wealth Management, LLC is not owned or operated by Equitable Advisors or Equitable Network.

April 23, 2026Episode 111 hr 7 min

Pension Protectors S3E11-Lessons in Leadership with Stan Partlow

Matt is joined by Stan Partlow who has spent his whole career in law enforcement and security. Stan talks about the lessons he learned and the role of wellness in a LEO's career.Clinton Kersting and Matthew McManus offer securities through Equitable Advisors, LLC, member S.I.P.C., Equitable Financial Advisors in Michigan and Tennessee, and offer annuities and insurance through Equitable Network, LLC. Equitable Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Financial Professionals may offer products and services and/or respond to inquiries only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. This podcast does not constitute financial advice or an offer of any kind. Triplecrown Wealth Management, LLC is not owned or operated by Equitable Advisors or Equitable Network.

March 12, 2026Episode 1053 min

Pension Protectors S3E10- Life Lessons from Hospice CEO Veronica Sterling

Veronica Sterling has spent her last two decades serving as CEO of Hospice of Southwest Ohio. Listen as she details as some of the greatest life lessons gleaned from people in their final days.She even shares the secret of what she believes is the key to staying young and vibrant.Be sure to stay to the end as Veronica also reveals how she has packaged these lessons into her own message. How having a True North purpose in our lives can help shape and guide us in ways we never knew possible.PPG- 8766888.1 (02/26) (Exp.02/30)Clinton Kersting and Matthew McManus offer securities through Equitable Advisors, LLC, member S.I.P.C., Equitable Financial Advisors in Michigan and Tennessee, and offer annuities and insurance through Equitable Network, LLC. Equitable Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Financial Professionals may offer products and services and/or respond to inquiries only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. This podcast does not constitute financial advice or an offer of any kind. Triplecrown Wealth Management, LLC is not owned or operated by Equitable Advisors or Equitable Network.

February 19, 2026Episode 918 min

Pension Protectors S3E9--Deferred Comp

Matt and Clint discuss 457 plans and how they can be an integral part of your long term financial strategy.PPG-8729165.1 (01/26) (Exp.01/30)Clinton Kersting and Matthew McManus offer securities through Equitable Advisors, LLC, member S.I.P.C., Equitable Financial Advisors in Michigan and Tennessee, and offer annuities and insurance through Equitable Network, LLC. Equitable Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Financial Professionals may offer products and services and/or respond to inquiries only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. This podcast does not constitute financial advice or an offer of any kind. Triplecrown Wealth Management, LLC is not owned or operated by Equitable Advisors or Equitable Network.

February 5, 2026Episode 817 min

Pension Protectors S3E8--Large Purchases

Got your eye on a big ticket item? Perhaps a new house, car, or something else? How much should you actually budget for these types of necessities? We have your answers! Tune into the latest episode of Pension Protectors to learn about budgeting for large purchases. PPG- 8652814.1 (12/25) (Exp.12/29)Clinton Kersting and Matthew McManus offer securities through Equitable Advisors, LLC, member S.I.P.C., Equitable Financial Advisors in Michigan and Tennessee, and offer annuities and insurance through Equitable Network, LLC. Equitable Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Financial Professionals may offer products and services and/or respond to inquiries only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. This podcast does not constitute financial advice or an offer of any kind. Triplecrown Wealth Management, LLC is not owned or operated by Equitable Advisors or Equitable Network.

January 22, 2026Episode 727 min

Encore Episode! Matt joins Dr. Lauren Grawert as a guest on Well Aware Podcast

Matt and Dr. Grawert discuss the stresses of the holidays and how people can best deal with money and addiction issues around one of the toughest stretches in the calendar. Matt draws on his own recovery journey and shares tips and tricks to best navigate the holiday season. Be sure to listen to the end where he shares the best Christmas gift he ever received....and here is a hint, its not anything material.PPG- 8448363.1 (11/25) (Exp.11/29)Clinton Kersting and Matthew McManus offer securities through Equitable Advisors, LLC, member S.I.P.C., Equitable Financial Advisors in Michigan and Tennessee, and offer annuities and insurance through Equitable Network, LLC. Equitable Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Financial Professionals may offer products and services and/or respond to inquiries only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. This podcast does not constitute financial advice or an offer of any kind. Triplecrown Wealth Management, LLC is not owned or operated by Equitable Advisors or Equitable Network.

January 8, 2026Episode 61 hr 3 min

Pension Protectors S3E6 with Jessica Flores from Cop to Civilian

A lot of our identities are wrapped up in the work we do.So what happens when all of that goes away and we have to quickly transition to a new version of ourselves?Join us as we welcome Jessica Flores to the podcast as she shares her struggles and lessons learned from her time as a cop and then civilian. PPG-8607511.1(12/25) (Exp.12/29)Clinton Kersting and Matthew McManus offer securities through Equitable Advisors, LLC, member S.I.P.C., Equitable Financial Advisors in Michigan and Tennessee, and offer annuities and insurance through Equitable Network, LLC. Equitable Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Financial Professionals may offer products and services and/or respond to inquiries only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. This podcast does not constitute financial advice or an offer of any kind. Triplecrown Wealth Management, LLC is not owned or operated by Equitable Advisors or Equitable Network.

December 25, 2025Episode 517 min

Pension Protectors S3E5--Pension Maximization

Are you leaving pension money on the table? When it comes to claiming your pension are you getting the most benefit from the state? Are you aware there are potential strategies to get more out of the pension system than what you might have thought possible? Clint and Matt breakdown different options that you might want to think about before making that final decision.PPG-8487858.1(10/25) (Exp.10/29) Clinton Kersting and Matthew McManus offer securities through Equitable Advisors, LLC, member S.I.P.C., Equitable Financial Advisors in Michigan and Tennessee, and offer annuities and insurance through Equitable Network, LLC. Equitable Advisors and its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. Financial Professionals may offer products and services and/or respond to inquiries only in state(s) in which they are properly registered and/or licensed. This podcast does not constitute financial advice or an offer of any kind. Triplecrown Wealth Management, LLC is not owned or operated by Equitable Advisors or Equitable Network.