ClearPath - Your Roadmap for Life

ClearPath - Your Roadmap for Life

Twice a month, host Al Waller discusses a specific topic with experts including Catherine Collinson, founding president of nonprofit Transamerica Institute® and head of Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies®, and Mihaela Vincze, public health professional.

Episodes

July 23, 2024 14 mins

Al and Catherine discuss The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 and provisions including the Saver’s Match, employer matching contributions for student loan repayments, catch-up contributions, emergency savings, and more. SECURE 2.0 is packed with dozens of provisions to address many of the most pressing issues and opportunities within our current retirement system, ranging from expanding access to workplace retirement plans to increasing ways...

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Burnout can occur when individuals feel emotionally drained, overwhelmed, and unable to meet the demands of daily life. A recent survey by Transamerica Institute and its Center for Retirement Studies found that 42% of workers say that they often feel unmotivated and overwhelmed-- which could be symptoms of burnout. On this episode, we'll be focusing on recognizing the signs of burnout and taking proactive measures to prioritize sel...

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People have the potential to live longer than ever before. But the question is how are you going to prepare yourself for a long and fulfilling life? On this episode, we discuss the basics of longevity planning and how to get started.

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In today's fast-paced and connected world, finding the right balance between work and personal life can feel like a constant juggling act. On a brighter note, a recent survey by Transamerica Institute and its Center for Retirement Studies found that employers feel a strong responsibility to help their employees achieve work-life balance.

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Self-care—we’ve all heard of it—but is it really all that important? While it may seem like a trendy buzzword, self-care is essential for managing stress, preventing burnout, and promoting healthy aging. Today's discussion will focus on ways in which people can engage in some healthy activities as a form of self-care.

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One of the fundamental principles of saving and investing for retirement is to start saving at a young age. But we’ve been receiving inquiries from our listeners, what if you’re in your fifties or sixties and haven’t saved enough?

 

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April 30, 2024 10 mins

Did you know that having a positive attitude towards aging can do more than just make you feel good? On this episode, Al and Mihaela share surprising research about how our outlook may influence our outcomes.

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Today’s workplace is transforming rapidly in the post-pandemic environment and with the proliferation of robotics and artificial intelligence. Many people are left wondering, What comes next?

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In today's world, healthcare expenses are on the rise, making it challenging for folks to manage their medical costs efficiently. However, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) can help, as they provide a unique way to save for medical expenses while enjoying tax benefits.

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Women: Are you ready to take greater control of your financial future? Or just looking for tips to strengthen your situation? If so, you’ve come to the right podcast.

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Women can live longer and healthier lives than ever before. However, it's crucial that we take steps to safeguard our health if we want to make the most of this opportunity.

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The U.S. population is growing older and the number of retirees is increasing. Since 2011, on average, 10,000 Baby Boomers have been turning age 65 every day and they will continue to do so through 2029. In its most recent survey of those ages 18 and older, nonprofit Transamerica Institute found that almost one in four individuals are now fully retired.

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Retirement is a time in life when people transition out of the workforce with more free time to enjoy life. But, when we do so, we are leaving our paychecks behind. We will need to live on income from Social Security, employer pensions and 401(k)s, and other savings and investments. For most people, this is far easier said than done.

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Taking good care of your heart – exercising, eating healthy, and getting regular checkups – is, of course, essential for good health and for your heart. However, there is a lot of research on actionable practices you can start today to not only help your heart health but also prevent other chronic diseases from arising.

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It’s never too soon (or too late) to begin caring for your heart. Embracing a healthy lifestyle at any age can keep your heart healthy, prevent heart disease, and lower your heart attack or stroke risk. There are some powerful lifestyle factors that are often encouraged when trying to keep your heart healthy. However, a component we often overlook when thinking of heart health is the influence our relation...

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Al Waller and Mihaela Vincze discuss the benefits of getting a good night's sleep, tips on how to improve your sleep habits and debunk myths about sleep.

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Our health care system can be confusing and difficult for just about everyone, and yet it’s so important we know how to navigate it so that we can get the care we need, especially now amid the pandemic. I’m your host, Al Waller.

Today, Mihaela Vincze, public health expert for nonprofit Transamerica Institute® is joining me on this episode of ClearPath—Your Roadmap to Health & WealthSM to talk about hea...

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Megatrends are increasingly influencing industry, employers, and the world of work. Welcome back to ClearPath – Your Roadmap to Health & Wealth SM. I’m your host, Al Waller. Joining me is Catherine Collinson, founding CEO and president of nonprofit Transamerica Institute® and its Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies®. On this episode, we’ll be explaining megatrends, how they are impacting employe...

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If you took a poll asking folks if they could cease indulging their unhealthy habits, I suspect the response would be largely in favor, but the question is: How?

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Do you have a grasp of retirement investing? Do you understand the terminology? If you do, then you are among the relatively few. A recent survey from nonprofit Transamerica Institute found that almost two-thirds of U.S. workers say they do not know as much as they should about retirement investing.

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