Our Past Shows

Here you will find a year's worth of our past radio shows. Please understand, due to compliance and supervisory guidelines, there is a lag time from when a show first broadcasts to when it can be listed here for later playback. If the show you want is not available, please check back again soon.

Although Jim and Chris strive to make their show ─ and the information presented − topical and pertinent at the time of original broadcast, please recognize the financial world is constantly changing and evolving. These recorded broadcasts may contain outdated or obsolete information. Never make any financial, tax or investment decisions with information contained on these shows without first consulting with your legal, tax and/or financial advisor(s).

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No Podcast This Week Due To COVID: EDU #2307

February 15, 2023

No Podcast This Week Due To COVID: EDU #2307

Unfortunately, there is no podcast this week. One of the hosts has come down with COVID and is not able to record. Jim and Chris will be back next week!

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Social Security, The Fun Number, and Secure Income: Q&A #2306

February 11, 2023

Social Security, The Fun Number, and Secure Income: Q&A #2306

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listeners questions relating to Social Security, the fun number, and secure income. (11:00) A listener asks if any Social Security earnings and taxes paid at age 62 onward will impact their future Social Security benefit calculation. (20:00) A Wisconsin listener looks for clarification on her estimated Social Security PIA and if it includes the 8.70%...

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Fun Number Follow Up: EDU #2306

February 8, 2023

Fun Number Follow Up: EDU #2306

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss and follow-up on a few remaining items surrounding the concept of the Fun Number. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y23E06.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:03:29 — 29.1MB) Subscribe:...

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Social Security, Roth Conversions, and Retirement Spending: Q&A #2305

February 4, 2023

Social Security, Roth Conversions, and Retirement Spending: Q&A #2305

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listener questions relating to Social Security, Roth conversions, and retirement spending. (13:00) Georgette from New York looks for clarification on her Social Security claiming strategy and if her spousal benefit will be reduced. (19:00) George asks for additional information on disabled children being able to inherit Social Security payments and tax efficient...

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The Fun Number Part 4: EDU #2305

February 1, 2023

The Fun Number Part 4: EDU #2305

Jim and Chris wrap up their discussion of the Fun Number and what to do once you’ve arrived at your Fun Number. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y23E05.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:34:06 — 43.1MB) Subscribe:...

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Social Security, Pensions, 457(b)’s, and Backdoor Roth Contributions: Q&A #2304

January 28, 2023

Social Security, Pensions, 457(b)’s, and Backdoor Roth Contributions: Q&A #2304

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listener questions relating to Social Security, pensions, 457b’s, and backdoor Roth contributions. (11:00) A Texan listener asks if his wives spousal Social Security benefit will be based off half of his original PIA or his PIA adjusted for cost-of-living. (16:30) A listener in Ohio looks for clarification on the effect that WEP and GPO will have on her...

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Jim Saulnier and Associates | 970-530-0556 | 506 East Mulberry Street, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524

Ed Slott Advisor recognition requires an advisor to be well versed on the rules and regulations regarding IRAs. The advisor must attend two live training sessions and pass two written exams annually to remain in the program. Jim Saulnier & Associates, LLC (“RIA Firm”) is a registered investment adviser located in Fort Collins, CO. Jim Saulnier & Associates, LLC may only transact business in those states in which it is registered, or qualifies for an exemption or exclusion from registration requirements. Current registered states: CA, CO, PA, TX, WA, IL Insurance products and services are offered and sold through James H. Saulnier, a Colorado licensed insurance producer, only in those states in which he is reciprocally licensed or qualifies for an exemption or exclusion from licensing requirements. Current reciprocal insurance licensing in these states: AZ, CA, CA, CN, FL, HI, IA, MA, MD, NY, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WY Click here for a more detailed disclosure.