The Financial Quarterback® Podcast: Your Game Plan to Protect Your Money and Retirement

The Financial Quarterback® Podcast: Your Game Plan to Protect Your Money and Retirement

Step into the financial end zone with "The Financial Quarterback® Podcast 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® Podcast with Josh Jalinski" is your playbook for helping bulletproof your finances, from retirement savings to lifelong wealth protection.

Episodes

Ep 56 - How Eggflation Became the Symbol of America’s Money Problem

April 2, 2025 • 41 mins
Why are eggs still so expensive—and will prices ever go back down? Josh breaks down why everyday goods like eggs, gas, and groceries cost so much more today. He looks at the real drivers behind inflation and how it’s hitting your wallet in ways you might not expect. Plus, Josh plays a round of "The Price Ain’t Right," comparing what key items cost in 1980 versus today to show just how far your dollar stretches. Then in 'Extra Poin...
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How to Retire Without Running Out of Money w/ Fritz Gilbert (The Retirement Manifesto)

March 31, 2025 • 47 mins
How do you build a retirement that’s financially secure and personally fulfilling? Josh sits down with retirement expert Fritz Gilbert, founder of The Retirement Manifesto and author of Keys to a Successful Retirement, to break down the financial and emotional side of life after work. Fritz shares his own journey from corporate America to an early retirement in the Appalachian Mountains, where he now writes, volunteers, and helps o...
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Ep 55 - How Companies Killed Pensions and Passed the Bill to You

March 26, 2025 • 33 mins
Are pensions a relic of the past? Josh dives into the rapid decline of pensions and what it means for retirement planning today. With companies slashing pension plans to cut costs and boost stock prices, workers are now forced to rely on 401(k)s and other personal savings. Josh breaks down why pensions are disappearing, the challenges facing public sector plans, and how retirees can build their own steady income streams. From annui...
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[LIVE RADIO SHOW] Inflation's Slowing, Job Cuts Are Rising, and Debt is Piling Up + Listener Q&A!

March 24, 2025 • 69 mins
What does it take to stay financially grounded when everything feels uncertain? In this live radio episode, Josh breaks down how to plan smart in the face of inflation, market swings, and government waste. He covers the rise in 401k millionaires, red flags in Medicare Advantage plans, and the latest shifts in crypto and gold ETFs. He also touches on Tesla’s recent headlines and what they mean for your portfolio. Later in the show, ...
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Ep 54 - Who Really Controls Your Money After You’re Gone?

March 19, 2025 • 39 mins
Should you lock your assets away in an irrevocable trust, or keep things flexible with a revocable one? Josh breaks down revocable vs. irrevocable trusts, showing how they impact taxes, inheritance, and asset protection. He lays out pros, cons, and real-world uses of these estate planning tools. From avoiding probate to shielding wealth from taxes and creditors, he gets into the strategies that can help keep your money where you wa...
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Economist Harry Dent Predicts a 2008-Level Market Crash—Or Worse

March 17, 2025 • 57 mins
What happens when the biggest financial bubble in history finally bursts? Josh sits down with economist and bestselling author Harry Dent to break down his latest predictions for a massive market downturn between 2025 and 2027. Dent explains why recessions aren’t just inevitable, they’re necessary. They dive into the consequences of runaway debt, the real state of the stock and real estate markets, and why failing businesses need t...
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Ep 53 - Wedding Bliss or Financial Miss? The Marriage Money Debate

March 12, 2025 • 34 mins
Is wedding bliss really about love, or is it about money too? Josh breaks down what couples need to know about merging finances, from joint accounts to budgeting, and why money fights are one of the biggest reasons marriages fail. He dives into financial transparency, the do’s and don’ts of managing money together, and how to avoid the biggest mistakes couples make. Then in 'Extra Points,' Josh shares some of the wildest stories o...
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Why Your Kids Have No Clue About Money w/ Bobbi Rebell (Financial Wellness Strategies)

March 10, 2025 • 46 mins
How do you raise financially responsible kids when schools barely teach them about money? Josh explores this with Bobbi Rebell, CFP®, founder of Financial Wellness Strategies and bestselling author of Launching Financial Grownups. Bobbi shares her journey from New York finance pro to Florida-based financial educator, and why she’s so passionate about helping parents teach real-world money skills at home. She and Josh dig into the c...
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Ep 52 - Who Killed Social Security — And Can It Be Saved?

March 5, 2025 • 41 mins
What does Social Security really look like heading into 2025? Josh breaks down the financial strain facing the system, what Congress might do to fix it (or not), and what it all means for retirees trying to plan ahead. He breaks down how political gridlock, inflation, and shifting demographics are all putting pressure on the system, and shares strategies for making the most of your benefits, why delaying might make sense, and how s...
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Are Private Equity Firms Coming for Your Retirement? w/ Barry Dyke (Pirates of Manhattan)

March 3, 2025 • 56 mins
What’s really happening with private equity, and why does it matter for your retirement? Josh sits down with bestselling author and financial truth-teller Barry Dyke to unravel the hidden risks behind private equity firms taking over public assets, insurance companies, and even your retirement savings. Barry breaks down how firms like BlackRock are chasing profits through private equity deals, despite suffering massive losses like ...
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Gold Trading, Inflation, and the Market Crash No One Sees Coming w/ Economist Steve Hanke

February 26, 2025 • 66 mins
Is the stock market a bubble waiting to pop? Josh sits down with renowned economist Steve Hanke, a professor of applied economics at Johns Hopkins University and an expert in currency trading and financial policy. Hanke shares his take on why the market is overbought, overpriced, and overhyped, offering insights into contrarian strategies like sentiment-based gold trading. Josh and Steve also discuss the inefficiencies of governmen...
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[LIVE RADIO SHOW] DEI in Corporate America, Billionaire Tax Breaks, and Marriage Money Mistakes + Listener Q&A!

February 24, 2025 • 107 mins
Are government spending plans helping or hurting your wallet? In this live radio episode, Josh takes calls from listeners on everything from estate planning and tax strategies to the latest economic policies shaping personal finances. The conversation covers Warren Buffett’s estate planning philosophy, the tax advantages of ETFs over mutual funds, and the debate over DEI initiatives in corporate America. Listeners call in with ques...
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Ep 51 - Is the Government’s Budget Just One Big Meme?

February 19, 2025 • 23 mins
Where is your tax money really going? Josh digs into the latest revelations about government spending, from nonprofit funding to media influence, and what it all means for the economy and taxpayers. With political spending ramping up, he breaks down the financial impact and whether federal oversight is keeping up. Then in Extra Points, X’s AI chatbot, Grok, takes some shots at the show—because apparently, even artificial intelligen...
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[LIVE RADIO SHOW] High-Interest Rates, Government Audits, and the Biggest Retirement Risks + Listener Q&A!

February 17, 2025 • 107 mins
What’s really going on with the economy today? In this live radio episode, Josh takes caller questions on everything from market volatility to tax strategies, breaking down what’s really happening in the current markets. With inflation, interest rates, and tariffs making headlines, he offers his unfiltered take on how these policies could shake up portfolios and financial plans. Callers also ask questions about annuities, Social Se...
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Ep 50 - The Tariff Debate: Will Trump’s Plan Help or Hurt?

February 12, 2025 • 34 mins
Are tariffs the key to reviving American industry or just another tax in disguise? Josh dives into Trump’s latest proposed tariffs, weighing their impact on the economy, inflation, and everyday Americans. With off-the-cuff analysis, he explores whether protectionist policies can truly boost U.S. businesses or if free trade is still king. Along the way, he breaks down the history of tariffs, their role in global trade, and why some ...
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Money, Purpose, and the Legacy You Leave Behind w/ George Cisneros

February 10, 2025 • 31 mins
Is your financial plan working for you, or are you just chasing returns? Josh sits down with financial advisor George Cisneros to break down a different approach—one built on stewardship, multi-generational synergy, and maximizing the velocity of money. He shares his journey from growing up in a Wall Street-area restaurant family to becoming a financial advisor, offering a fresh perspective on wealth beyond just accumulation. Josh ...
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Ep 49 - Building a Retirement Paycheck That Lasts

February 5, 2025 • 37 mins
How do you turn your retirement savings into a steady paycheck? Josh guides us through the shift from building wealth to making it last. From dynamic withdrawal strategies to tax-smart income planning, he lays out how inflation, healthcare costs, and market volatility can impact your financial future—and what you can do to stay protected. Then in 'Extra Points,' Josh answers a listener question about navigating retirement with limi...
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FROM THE ARCHIVES: Ed Slott Breaks Down the Roth IRA Loophole Billionaires Use

February 3, 2025 • 55 mins
Are you making costly mistakes with your IRA? Josh revisits a conversation with Ed Slott, one of the country’s top IRA and retirement tax experts. Known as America’s IRA Expert, Ed has built a career helping people avoid costly tax mistakes when managing their retirement savings. With retirement planning constantly evolving, his insights remain as relevant today as ever, especially with ongoing tax policy debates and the increasing...
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Ep 48 - Could an Annuity Be Your Retirement Game-Changer?

January 29, 2025 • 54 mins
Annuities—love them or hate them, they’re everywhere in retirement planning. Josh breaks down exactly what annuities are, how they work, and whether they actually make sense for your financial future. From fixed to variable to indexed annuities, he covers the different types, how insurance companies use them, and the key factors to watch out for—like fees, surrender charges, and payout structures. He also digs into why annuities ca...
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How Politics and the Economy Collide—And What It Means for You w/ Charles Wheelan (Naked Economics)

January 27, 2025 • 71 mins
What happens when politics and economics collide? Josh sits down with Charles Wheelan, economist, Dartmouth professor, and author of the best-selling Naked Economics series, to explore the financial and political forces shaping our world. From ranked choice voting to the realities of inflation, global risks, and government spending, Charles breaks down why these issues matter and how they affect everything from your investments to ...
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