The Matt Feret Show

In this episode of The Matt Feret Show, Johanna Danaher—former Pfizer executive turned reinvention coach—dives into what really happens when high achievers face major life transitions like layoffs, retirement, or burnout. Moving beyond the glossy “start over” narratives seen online, Johanna shares practical insights on identity loss, emotional preparedness, and why staying busy can actually hold you back. The conversation explores ...

In this episode of The Matt Feret Show, Matt Feret sits down with ESOP consultant Matt Middendorp to explore how employee ownership is reshaping the way people think about work, wealth, and career fulfillment—especially in midlife. Moving beyond traditional conversations about retirement or business exits, the discussion examines Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) as an alternative model that aligns employee success with compan...

In this episode of The Matt Feret Show, wealth advisor and behavioral finance expert Jonathan Blau explains why financial success has less to do with intelligence and market knowledge—and far more to do with human behavior. Drawing on decades of experience through market crashes, economic crises, and investor psychology, Blau reveals how emotional biases like fear, overconfidence, and loss aversion quietly sabotage even the smartes...

In this episode of The Matt Feret Show, Matt sits down with life settlement expert Rob Haynie to explore a little-known financial option many families overlook: selling a life insurance policy. The conversation explains how life settlements work, why life insurance can be treated as a valuable asset in retirement planning, and how policy owners may receive more than the cash surrender value instead of letting coverage lapse. With a...

What if home care were designed around service, trust, and human dignity—not just necessity?

On The Matt Feret Show, Matt Feret speaks with Amrit Dhaliwal, CEO of Walfinch, about rethinking home care through the lens of hospitality, leadership, and intentional service design. While healthcare systems differ between the UK and the US, this conversation focuses on universal lessons families can apply anywhere.

They explore how high-qua...

At some point in midlife, financial planning stops being about numbers and starts being about people.

In this episode, Matt Feret talks with Jennifer Lee, financial advisor at Modern Wealth and author of Squeeze the Juice, about why money is ultimately a form of communication and an expression of care. Jennifer shares the powerful story of the handwritten “love letter” her father created while facing a terminal illness and how it sh...

Most people are taught to save, invest in a 401(k), and hope it all works out in retirement. But what if that system isn’t designed to give you control when you need it most? For many in midlife, rising debt, taxes, and long-term care costs expose the cracks in traditional financial planning. That’s why today’s guest matters.

We’re joined by Brent Kesler, founder of The Money Multiplier, to break down an alternative approach to buil...

Preparedness isn’t just personal anymore—it’s multi-generational.

On this episode of The Matt Feret Show, Matt sits down with Disaster Patrick, a professional disaster planner who helps families prepare for real-world disruptions before they become emergencies. From adult children living far away to aging parents in care facilities, Disaster Patrick explains why traditional “have a plan” advice often fails—and what actually works in...

The job market isn’t what it used to be. A strong resume and decades of experience are no longer enough to carry even the most qualified applicants, especially in a market flooded with applications and filtered by AI before a human ever looks twice. Hiring works differently now, and that shift catches a lot of experienced workers off guard. That’s why today’s guest matters big time. We’re joined by Rick Denius, founder of HR Search...

Today is a really, really special episode. Joining the show is cardiologist and longevity expert Dr. Hosein Kiat, who has spent his professional life studying why some people age with strength and clarity while others slowly lose them. He challenges the conventional belief that longevity is simply about adding more years. The way Dr. Kat sees it, living longer matters little if those later years come with declining health and indep...

Paying for college is one of the biggest financial shocks families face — not just because tuition keeps rising, but because the decisions parents make in the moment can have an outsized effect on their own financial future. Most people think college planning is about saving early, opening a 529, and hoping the FAFSA works out in their favor. But as college funding strategist Brian Eyster explains, the system is far more complex, a...

Most people, especially business owners, think of a 401(k) as a basic retirement benefit. A place to stash some money for later years. Something you get once you have "enough" employees. But as 401(k) specialist Matt Rutenberg explains, that traditional view is wildly outdated. Today’s 401(k) rules allow far more flexibility, far bigger tax advantages, and far more wealth-building potential than most business owners ever realize.

Retirement is often envisioned by retirees as an eternal vacation. No alarms, no deadlines, no meetings. But as retirement life coach and neuroscience expert Cyn Meyer explains, that sudden stop can do strange things to the brain. After years of chasing goals and deadlines, your mind is wired for achievement. So when the structure disappears, it doesn’t relax, it actually panics. Many retirees experience what Cyn calls “retirement ...

Retirement is supposed to be a reward at the end of decades of hard work. It’s supposed to be the long-awaited time of relaxation and peace of mind. But what if it’s not? For countless retirees, that dream doesn’t match reality. The structure that once gave life rhythm — the routines, titles, and purpose that defined their days — vanishes overnight. What’s left is often an unsettling mix of confusion, boredom, and even despair.

For most retirees, the house they live in is also their biggest untapped asset. Home equity often sits quietly on paper, doing nothing while retirement savings shrink and costs rise. Yet that same equity can be converted into income and peace of mind — WITHOUT selling the home.

In this episode, I sit down with retirement expert Matt Helton to unpack how home equity could be the key to a better retirement. Matt has helped countl...

Choosing the right Medicare plan isn’t easy. In this episode of The Matt Feret Show, Matt talks with Bob O’Connor, a Medicare veteran who led one of the largest Medicare Advantage markets in the country. They unpack the difference between Medigap vs. Medicare Advantage, how star ratings actually affect benefits, and why prior authorization may soon appear in Original Medicare Part A and Part ...

In this episode of The Matt Feret Show I interview pain management pioneer Dr. Mitchell Yass. Dr. Yass is a physical therapist with over thirty years of experience treating individuals with chronic and episodic pain. Dr. Yass shares how he became disillusioned with traditional methods of treating chronic pain through his experience as a physical therapist and why he decided to develop his unique approach to pain management. He also...

In this episode of The Matt Feret Show I interview Therese Forton-Barnes, a green-living expert, advocate, and business owner. Therese and I discuss her mission of detoxifying American households, and she identifies the top products mindful consumers may want to avoid. Therese shares insight into her process of downsizing toxins in her home and provides helpful resources listeners can explore to learn more about the ingredients in ...

In this episode of The Matt Feret Show I interview Dr. Steven Park, an ear, nose, and throat surgeon, to discuss the benefits of breathing better. Steve describes the impact of face shape on sleep, health, and quality of life and shares expert advice on how to address sleep and breathing concerns holistically. Finally, Steve and I dissect important implications for older adults and their caregivers. Watch the full episode on YouTub...