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

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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LIVE RADIO SHOW: The Hidden Price of Social Security, Stealth Taxes, and Bitcoin in Your Plan + Listener Q&A!

June 2, 2025 • 108 mins
What’s really eating away at your Social Security check? In this live radio show, Josh breaks down how Social Security gets taxed, why so many retirees get caught off guard, and what you can do to protect your income. He explains the history of the program, the rise of stealth taxes, and how proposed policies could reshape your retirement. Along the way, callers weigh in with questions about Roth conversions, annuities, bitcoin, a...
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Ep 63 – 13 Rules That Set the Foundation for Wealth

May 28, 2025 • 37 mins
What are the rules that separate financial stability from chaos? Josh breaks down 13 guiding principles that help shape stronger habits, smarter decisions, and a more durable approach to money. It’s about clarity, consistency, and knowing which rules actually matter. Then in Extra Points, Josh weighs in on Mississippi’s push to eliminate state income tax and what that move could mean for your planning. Can't get enough of The F...
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Ep 32 - The One-Yard Line of Your Financial Future

May 26, 2025 • 38 mins
Are you ready to cross the goal line into retirement? Josh dives into the critical five-year period before retirement, guiding you through essential strategies to secure your financial future. He kicks off with the importance of mapping out retirement goals and emphasizes the benefits of catch-up contributions for those aged 50 and above. Josh then explores the advantages of rolling over old 401(k) plans into IRAs for better invest...
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Ep 62 - What Modell’s Got Wrong About the Future of Retail

May 21, 2025 • 33 mins
What can the fall of a sporting goods giant teach us about the future of retail? In part two of the e-commerce series, Josh takes on the case of Modell’s and how digital disruption and changing consumer habits reshaped the sporting goods industry. He looks at how companies like Nike pulled ahead by doubling down on digital access and rethinking the in-store experience. Josh also explores how younger shoppers are driving new expect...
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The Real Economics of Pro Sports Today w/ Joe Favorito (Sports Media Strategist)

May 19, 2025 • 60 mins
What happens when business, media, and sports collide? Josh sits down with Joe Favorito, one of the most respected voices in sports communications, to break down how the business of sports is evolving and what’s really driving the money behind the games. With decades of experience at the Knicks, WTA, and USTA, Joe brings insight into how organizations build fan loyalty, navigate private equity pressure, and balance financial succe...
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Ep 61 - Can Small Businesses Survive the E-Commerce Boom?

May 14, 2025 • 33 mins
What happens when convenience overtakes connection? Josh explores the explosive rise of e-commerce and what it means for small businesses trying to keep up. From the early days of online shopping to today's mobile and AI-driven landscape, he breaks down how consumer habits have shifted and why the in-person experience still holds value. He digs into the pressure facing local retailers, the lasting impact of the pandemic on shoppin...
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Ep 18 - The Impact of War on the US Economy

May 12, 2025 • 39 mins
How do wartime economies shape your finances? Josh explores this by diving deep into the impact of both former and current military conflicts on national and personal financial landscapes. From World War II's industrial mobilization to today's geopolitical tensions involving Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, Josh provides a historical analysis with contemporary relevance. Josh explores how wartime economies drive government spending, te...
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Episode 60 - The Truth About Wealth

May 7, 2025 • 43 mins
What if the real path to wealth isn’t flashy, fast, or found online? Josh breaks down why true wealth is built through time, discipline, and patience, not viral hacks or high-risk bets. He explores how compound growth works over decades, why emotional control matters more than market timing, and what it really means to be wealthy beyond just a number in your bank account. Josh shares lessons from his own experience as an advisor, r...
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