Market Warnings, Oscars, and Your Money

From financial headlines to Oscar trivia, this episode with Jackie Campbell connects market uncertainty with real-life retirement decisions. The discussion covers economic warnings, private credit concerns, taxes on retirement accounts, and why not all money is truly “yours.” Using cultural moments…

Redefining Retirement After Leadership (Interview w/ Sarah Trahern)

What does retirement look like after leading one of the most influential organizations in music? CMA CEO Sarah Trahern sits down with Jackie Campbell and shares reflections on leadership, legacy, decision-making, and stepping into retirement. The conversation explores identity after work, the press…

Retirement Isn’t the End of Investing

Retirement doesn’t end investing—it changes how decisions are made amid constant noise. This episode with Jackie Campbell breaks down why long-term thinking still matters after you stop working, and how emotional reactions to headlines can derail smart strategies. The conversation explores bucket-b…

Celebrating Milestones While Planning Ahead

Confetti moments—from professional milestones to 90th birthdays—frame a deeper discussion about independence and retirement planning. This episode with Jackie Campbell explores how solo adults navigate financial decisions, why coordination matters, and how viewing life as “one financial story” help…

Six Birthdays That Can Quietly Cost You—or Save You

That first meeting with a financial advisor feels intimidating—until you know what actually happens. Jackie Campbell walks through what to expect from an initial consultation and why preparation matters more than perfection. The episode also highlights six milestone birthdays that can quietly impac…

Why Retirement Fear Isn’t About Money

Having enough money doesn’t always mean feeling free to spend it. Jackie Campbell explores why fear—not finances—often holds retirees back. The episode covers income predictability, annuities, retirement confidence, and why clarity matters more than chasing returns. It’s a grounded look at how plan…

From Wall Street to Ground Zero: A Life Shaped by History

Standing near Ground Zero changes how you see markets, money, and meaning. In part two of this conversation, former NYSE examiner Joseph “Junie” Bailey Jr. joins Jackie Campbell to reflect on witnessing the aftermath of 9/11 in Lower Manhattan, the personal cost behind historic events, and the bond…

What the Trading Floor Was Really Like Before Technology Took Over

Before screens, algorithms, and instant trades, Wall Street ran on paper, voices, and human judgment. Former New York Stock Exchange examiner Joseph “Junie” Bailey Jr. joins Jackie Campbell to take listeners inside the chaotic, high‑stakes world of the trading floor from the 1970s through the 1990s…

Are You Afraid to Spend Your Own Money?

What if the biggest threat to your retirement isn’t the market—but your fear of spending? In this episode, Jackie Campbell breaks down why so many retirees struggle to enjoy the wealth they’ve built. She explains how market volatility, sequence‑of‑returns risk, inflation shocks, and emotional money…

Is the American Dream Still Within Reach?

Is the American dream slipping away — or simply evolving? Jackie Campbell breaks down how planning, taxes, and smart strategy influence the future more than headlines do. She shares insights on confidence, cost of living, and long‑term readiness, then highlights Dolly Parton’s powerful perspective …