Your Retirement Radio With Kevin Madden

Hosted by Kevin Madden

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Aug 2026

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Join Kevin Madden for helpful answers to the retirement planning questions and concerns that keep you up at night.

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September 8, 202618 min

Why More Retirees Are Taking a Second Look at Annuities

What if the key to a more confident retirement isn't growing your nest egg, but turning it into reliable income? Kevin Madden explores why more retirees are revisiting annuities, how guaranteed income strategies may fit into a retirement plan, and the importance of creating dependable cash flow after the paycheck stops. The conversation also covers avoiding emotional investment decisions, preparing for unexpected early retirement, planning for long-term care expenses, and building a written retirement income plan that aligns with your goals and lifestyle. Get Your Complimentary Retirement Roadmap Your roadmap will include: A retirement income strategy A test to see how long your money will last A tax-planning strategy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September 1, 202616 min

What Dolly Parton Can Teach Us About Retirement

What if retirement isn't about reaching a certain age, but deciding you're ready for a new chapter? Inspired by the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, Kevin Madden discusses how purpose, financial readiness, and confidence shape retirement decisions. The conversation explores creating reliable retirement income, the role of guaranteed income strategies, and why retirees often spend differently when income feels like a paycheck. Kevin also shares thoughts on diversification, avoiding investment hype, and building a retirement plan focused on long-term goals rather than chasing market trends. Get Your Complimentary Retirement Roadmap Your roadmap will include: A retirement income strategy A test to see how long your money will last A tax-planning strategy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 25, 202617 min

Could Your Retirement Plan Survive a Market Correction?

What happens if the market stumbles just as you’re preparing to live on your savings? Kevin Madden explores the balance between growth, risk management, and creating reliable retirement income. The conversation covers why some investors seek alternatives to stock market volatility, how guaranteed income strategies fit into retirement planning, and the importance of knowing whether your savings can support a long retirement. Kevin also discusses preparing for unexpected early retirement, building confidence through income planning, and navigating family conversations about inheritance, legacy goals, and financial expectations. Get Your Complimentary Retirement Roadmap Your roadmap will include: A retirement income strategy A test to see how long your money will last A tax-planning strategy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 18, 202619 min

The Retirement Risk No One Expected to Follow the Baby Boomers

What if the biggest retirement risk isn't a market crash, but the way inflation, taxes, and withdrawals quietly reshape your financial future? On this episode, Kevin Madden discusses the aging baby boomer generation, market participation, and why diversification remains important in retirement. They explore guaranteed income strategies, the role of cash flow, and the challenges inflation, taxes, and market volatility can create for retirees. Plus, they examine how retirement plans can appear strong on the surface while still carrying hidden risks that deserve a closer look. Get Your Complimentary Retirement Roadmap Your roadmap will include: A retirement income strategy A test to see how long your money will last A tax-planning strategy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 11, 202617 min

The Hidden Risk of Playing It Safe in Retirement

What if playing it too safe in retirement could create a risk of its own? On this episode, Kevin Madden explores the balance between protecting retirement savings and maintaining growth potential. He discusses market risk, inflation, guaranteed income strategies, Social Security uncertainty, and why having a retirement plan matters more than reacting to headlines or market swings. The conversation also tackles the limitations of the traditional 4% withdrawal rule and highlights the importance of turning scattered savings into a coordinated retirement income strategy. Get Your Complimentary Retirement Roadmap Your roadmap will include: A retirement income strategy A test to see how long your money will last A tax-planning strategy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 4, 202616 min

Are You Investing Out of Fear of Missing Out?

Is FOMO pushing investors to take more risk than they realize? Kevin Madden discusses how market euphoria, AI-driven uncertainty, and retirement planning challenges can influence financial decisions. He explains why understanding risk tolerance, creating a retirement income strategy, and preparing for market downturns matter more than chasing hot investments. The conversation also explores how AI may affect late-career workers, the value of human guidance in retirement planning, and why proactive tax planning can help retirees avoid costly surprises from required minimum distributions later in life. Get Your Complimentary Retirement Roadmap Your roadmap will include: A retirement income strategy A test to see how long your money will last A tax-planning strategy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 28, 202618 min

Could Your Retirement Income Last 40 Years?

Could your retirement plan withstand a 40-year retirement? This episode explores why longevity is changing the way people need to think about income, cash flow, and financial security in retirement. Kevin Madden discusses planning beyond age 95, managing inflation, creating reliable income streams, adapting to changing financial conditions, and building a retirement roadmap that helps organize withdrawals, taxes, legacy goals, and spending priorities. Plus, lessons from Rob Gronkowski's disciplined approach to money and how retirees can think about balancing savings, income, and lifestyle. Get Your Complimentary Retirement Roadmap Your roadmap will include: A retirement income strategy A test to see how long your money will last A tax-planning strategy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 21, 202616 min

Think You Need $1 Million to Retire? Think Again

Do you really need $1 million to retire comfortably, or is that number distracting you from what matters most? Kevin Madden explores why retirement success may depend more on income planning than hitting a specific savings target. He discusses alternatives to the traditional 4% withdrawal rule, the role of guaranteed income strategies, managing market risk, evaluating portfolio allocations, and preparing for potential Social Security challenges. Kevin also shares real-world examples of retirees who uncovered hidden risks and improved their retirement income through a more comprehensive financial plan. Get Your Complimentary Retirement Roadmap Your roadmap will include: A retirement income strategy A test to see how long your money will last A tax-planning strategy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 8, 202617 min

The Retirement Mistakes That Can Cost You Years Later

What financial mistakes feel harmless today but can create major problems later in retirement? Kevin Madden discusses overlooked retirement risks, including forgotten 401(k)s, retiring without a financial roadmap, and failing to keep estate plans up to date. He explains why wills matter regardless of net worth, shares a real-life example of family conflict caused by poor planning, and explores how current annuity rates may create opportunities for retirees seeking guaranteed income. The conversation highlights the importance of preparing for market volatility, protecting assets, and making informed decisions before retirement. Get Your Complimentary Retirement Roadmap Your roadmap will include: A retirement income strategy A test to see how long your money will last A tax-planning strategy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 2, 202615 min

Why Are More Retirees Taking a Second Look at Annuities?

What if retirement income could be generated with less reliance on market performance? In this episode, Kevin Madden discusses why more advisors are exploring annuities as part of retirement income planning, how guaranteed income strategies may fit alongside stocks and bonds, and why having a written retirement plan matters. The conversation also covers common retirement regrets, the risks of making emotional portfolio changes, preparing for an unexpected early retirement, and how defining lifestyle goals can help shape the next chapter of life. Get Your Complimentary Retirement Roadmap Your roadmap will include: A retirement income strategy A test to see how long your money will last A tax-planning strategy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.