The Financial Quarterback®: Your Game Plan to Protect Your Money and Retirement for Business and Investing

The Financial Quarterback®: Your Game Plan to Protect Your Money and Retirement for Business and Investing

Step into the financial end zone with "The Financial Quarterback® with Josh Jalinski," your weekly playbook for help in mastering the financial game, protecting your wealth, and securing your retirement. Each episode dives into crucial topics like retirement planning, financial strategies, and estate planning, offering straightforward, actionable advice to shield your wealth from higher taxes and market risks. It's the financial guidance you've been searching for, delivered in a 30-minute format that fits perfectly into your busy life. Host Josh Jalinski, the force behind the podcast, is not just any financial advisor. Recognized by Forbes as one of the "Best-In-State Wealth Advisors 2023" and "America's Top Financial Security Professionals 2023," Josh brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique approach to financial advice. As the founder and CEO of the Jalinski Advisory Group, his radical honesty and friend-in-the-business demeanor have made him a trusted voice in finance, regularly featured on CNBC, Fox Business News, CBS News, and Bloomberg. But the insights don't stop there. On Mondays, we bring you the best of Josh's weekend radio show, "The Financial Quarterback®" on 710 AM WOR in New York City. This isn't your ordinary financial talk; it's a live adventure with real-time listener call-ins, cutting-edge topical segments, and expert guests, all delivered with the excitement only live radio can offer. It's where finance meets fun, turning the start of your week into an engaging financial spectacle. Dive deeper with Josh on his YouTube channel at The Financial Quarterback® for video episodes and shorts. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform and lock in every episode. With new releases every Monday and Wednesday, "The Financial Quarterback® with Josh Jalinski" is your playbook for helping bulletproof your finances, from retirement savings to lifelong wealth protection.

Episodes

Smart Social Security Moves & What Every Generation Can Learn About Investing

October 7, 2025 • 27 mins
We're diving into two powerful conversations that every listener can relate to: how to retire confidently and how to invest wisely, no matter your age. Josh tackles real-life retirement planning, how to decide when to take Social Security, how to balance taxes and income, and what Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z can teach each other about building wealth. Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscribe’ so y...
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4 Money Habits to Skip in Your 20s (and What to Do Instead)

September 30, 2025 • 27 mins
Today we're uncovering the costly habits that can derail your finances in your twenties, and how avoiding them can set you up for long-term success. From lifestyle creep and convenience spending to housing choices and travel trade-offs, Josh shares the strategies he used to build wealth early, along with timeless lessons on compounding and delayed gratification. Whether you’re in your twenties now, or guiding kids and grandkids thr...
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The Fed Cuts Rates: What It Really Means for Your Money

September 26, 2025 • 38 mins
Rates are down, but the story isn’t as simple as cheaper mortgages. Josh is unpacking the Fed’s latest cut, explaining how it ripples through savings accounts, credit cards, housing, retirement planning and more. From refinancing to locking in higher yields, find out how to adjust your financial strategy before the window closes. Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscribe’ so you never miss a play. If you’re e...
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Retirement Risk: The New Frontier of 401(k) Investing

September 23, 2025 • 18 mins
We're taking a dive into an executive order shaking up 401(k) plans, exploring the risks and rewards of adding crypto, private equity, and hedge funds to retirement portfolios. Josh also breaks down the implications of a major AI infrastructure deal and what it signals for investors. Plus, with $7 trillion sitting in money market funds, Josh explains why cash might be a trap, and how long-term investors can position themselves for ...
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Why Do So Many Americans Feel Broke?

September 19, 2025 • 41 mins
A new survey shows that one in three Americans feel worse off financially than a year ago. From rising housing costs to growing debt and the cultural shift toward frugality, Josh explores why financial stress is climbing and how financial literacy (and a return to practical money habits) can help families fight back. Plus, Josh shares his insights on emergency funds, the housing crunch, and why countercultural approaches to money m...
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From Tech Boom to Retirement Bills: Are You Ready?

September 15, 2025 • 16 mins
What's to make of the latest economic signals? From blockbuster tech earnings and shaky market breadth to rising healthcare costs in retirement, Josh is covering it all. Learn what sectors may thrive if growth slows, how to prepare your portfolio for seasonal weakness, and why planning ahead for medical expenses could be just as important as saving for retirement itself. Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscr...
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Buy Now or Wait? Real Estate in a Shifting Market

September 8, 2025 • 18 mins
If you've been hesitant on buying real estate because of the housing market, you'll want to listen to this episode, as we tackle one of today’s biggest money questions: should you buy a home now or wait for prices to cool? Josh breaks down how regional housing trends, mortgage rates, and supply shortages shape affordability, and why real estate is never a one-size-fits-all decision! Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? C...
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The Retail Trading Boom: Bubble or Breakthrough?

August 26, 2025 • 19 mins
Retail traders are reshaping Wall Street, AI-driven tools are fueling market momentum, and margin debt has crossed $1 trillion... But is this bullish enthusiasm or the next bubble in the making? Josh breaks down what’s behind the surge, the risks of leveraged trading, and why human judgment still matters in an AI-driven investing world. Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscribe’ so you never miss a play. If y...
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Everyday Habits That Build Extraordinary Wealth

August 21, 2025 • 32 mins
Do you know an “everyday millionaire”? Someone who built financial independence through simple habits like saving consistently, driving modest cars, and resisting the pressure to keep up with the Joneses? Today Josh is unpacking the real path to wealth: not windfalls, not luck, but steady discipline. Plus, Josh turns to the next generation, sharing practical ways to teach kids about money, gratitude, and negotiation, from the envel...
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Making Your Money Work for You in Retirement

August 13, 2025 • 42 mins
From dividend stocks to reverse mortgages, annuities, and even little-known strategies like Qualified Longevity Annuity Contracts, Josh breaks down 11 ways to turn your nest egg into steady paychecks for life. Plus, we debunk reverse mortgage myths and share tips to maximize income, reduce taxes, and secure your retirement future. Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscribe’ so you never miss a play. If you’re ...
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Why the Fed’s Next Move Could Shake Your 401(k)

August 7, 2025 • 45 mins
With sharp revisions to the May and June jobs reports and growing pressure for rate cuts, Josh dissects what this could mean for interest rates, inflation, and your portfolio. Josh also explores why President Trump might be trying to shift blame ahead of a possible downturn, critiques the Federal Reserve’s role in the economy, and the discussion turns toward strategies to protect your retirement nest egg. Can't get enough of The F...
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Is It Time to Let Your Financial Hair Down?

August 5, 2025 • 45 mins
From smart retirement planning to the realities of car leasing, Josh is covering it all. He does a deep dive into how strategic income planning can slash your tax bill in retirement and even shares practical tips on stretching IRA benefits, the pros and cons of leasing vs. owning a car, and how real estate investments can play a role in tax strategy. And is the Tesla Cybertruck worth the hype? Can't get enough of The Financial Qua...
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Retirement Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make

August 1, 2025 • 41 mins
Breaking down the surprising ways retirees can optimize income and reduce taxes in light of the new “One Big Beautiful Bill.” From the real value of annuities and dividend strategies to decoding the new senior deduction, Josh brings clarity to the confusing world of retirement planning. Plus, hear his hot takes on Trump’s latest EU trade moves, the myth of the 4% rule, and the latest two-minute drill on risk tolerance and smart inv...
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What Are Meme Stocks? An In-Depth Look at Trendy Investing

July 29, 2025 • 39 mins
From choosing between term and whole life insurance to deciding whether to rent or buy, Josh breaks down real-life scenarios and offers practical tips. He also discusses meme stocks vs. 401(k)s, the value of working with a financial advisor, and the overlooked risks in estate planning. Plus, learn about Roth conversion strategies, protecting your wealth, and how to align your investments with your values. Can't get enough of The F...
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How to Think Like a Smart Investor in the Age of AI and Bitcoin

July 25, 2025 • 43 mins
Is President Trump’s $92 billion AI and energy initiative a visionary investment, or a fiscal time bomb? Josh breaks down what the AI investment plan could mean for tech, energy, and your portfolio. Plus, Josh tackles the rise of Bitcoin ETFs, explains what actually backs crypto, and shares key lessons from Gene Hackman’s estate mess on why proper planning matters. Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscrib...
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Is the 60/40 Portfolio Dead? Four New Strategies for Retirement

July 17, 2025 • 24 mins
Still betting your future on the classic 60/40 portfolio? You might want to rethink that. In this episode of The Financial Quarterback, Josh Jalinski dives into the changing dynamics of retirement planning. With inflation, rising rates, and market volatility reshaping the game, Josh reveals four modern portfolio strategies that go beyond outdated financial rules. Whether you're nearing retirement or just starting to invest smart, t...
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Big Beautiful Law and how it may affect You

July 9, 2025 • 38 mins
In this episode, Josh takes a peek at the new law and provides some insights of how this may affect you and your family. He breaks down the intricacies of the latest tax legislation, the Big Beautiful Bill. He dives into the bill's impact on estate planning, individual taxes, and business provisions, offering practical advice on how to leverage these changes for your financial benefit. Whether you're worried about inflation, frustr...
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Can Policy Save America’s Aging Population? w/ Teresa Ghilarducci (Economist)

June 18, 2025 • 61 mins
What do today’s tax policies really mean for the future of Social Security and retirement? Economist Teresa Ghilarducci joins Josh to break down a wave of new proposals, including the Trump-backed MAGA accounts and tax cuts on tips and Social Security income. Together, they dig into what these changes signal for long-term economic stability, especially for working families and retirees. The two cover the unraveling crisis in long...
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Gold, Uranium, and Global Escape Routes w/ Doug Casey (International Man)

June 11, 2025 • 55 mins
What happens when you stop thinking nationally and start thinking globally? Josh sits down with legendary investor and bestselling author Doug Casey for a conversation that spans borders, currencies, and ideologies. Doug shares his journey from early investment risk-taker to global citizen, offering sharp takes on the future of bitcoin, the real value of gold and uranium, and how to think clearly in times of political and financia...
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From Football Star to Self-Made Investor w/ Former NFL Safety Glover Quin

June 4, 2025 • 85 mins
What does it take to walk away from the NFL on your own terms, financially and personally? Josh sits down with former NFL safety Glover Quin for a wide-ranging conversation about football, money, and building a life after the league. From growing up in Mississippi to leading the Detroit Lions defense, Glover shares the mindset that helped him live on just 30% of his NFL salary, invest wisely, and avoid the financial pitfalls that t...
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