#100 – AI Takes Center Stage: Market Trends, Economic Signals, And The Stories Shaping Money Today

In this episode of the Money Matters Podcast, Wes Moss and Connor Miller offer an educational discussion on current financial market headlines, retirement planning considerations, and developments in artificial intelligence. Review publicly reported details of Disney’s collaboration with OpenAI and discuss how large media organizations are evaluating AI-enabled content tools. Examine Time Magazine’s recognition of […]
#281 – The Saver-to-Spender Shift: Behavioral Drivers of Thoughtful Retirement Planning

Gain a grounded, research-informed perspective on retirement planning in this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, where Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase examine the emotional, behavioral, and organizational factors that often influence how individuals approach life after work. This conversation highlights commonly referenced frameworks and planning considerations, offering context for listeners seeking to better understand […]
#99 – Year-End Money Moves, Market Shifts, and Tax Changes: What’s Shaping Retirement Conversations

Get ready for a clear, well-structured look at today’s widely searched financial and retirement topics. In this episode of the Money Matters Podcast, Wes Moss and Jeff Lloyd provide informational context on market history, tax rules, consumer data, and economic developments—without forecasting or suggesting strategies. Review the Enron collapse as a historical case study and […]
#280 – Your Guide to Today’s Highly Searched Retirement Questions

Stay informed about today’s highly-searched retirement and financial planning topics in this new episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast with Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase. Gain clear, accessible context on economic trends, retirement rules, portfolio structures, and planning conversations that are shaping long-term decision-making discussions. Explore how the proposed 50-year mortgage is influencing conversations around […]
#98 – Backdoor Roths, Target Date Funds, and Real-Life Decisions: Money Matters Breaks It Down

Ready to stay informed about today’s highly searched retirement topics and financial planning questions? The latest Money Matters Podcast with Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase brings together real-world case studies, retirement strategies, and economic context to help listeners think clearly about long-term decisions. Reconsider how to frame financial inheritance and lifelong money habits by emphasizing […]
#279 – Retirement Catalysts: The Moments That Can Shift Your Financial Future

Are you prepared for the major life catalysts that may influence your retirement planning and long-term lifestyle? In this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Producer Mallory highlight key moments that can shape financial decisions, expectations, and overall well-being. Explore how the “Retire Sooner Richter Scale” frames the relative influence of major […]
#97 – From Baby Larry to Bitcoin: Discussing Today’s Most Searched Financial Topics

Ready to explore the financial topics shaping today’s retirement conversations? Wes Moss and Jeff Lloyd provide grounded discussion and practical context around widely searched themes in retirement planning, economic trends, and market behavior. Explore the often-referenced “zero-year saving plan” inspired by Baby Larry, and consider how early saving habits are discussed within long-term planning frameworks. […]
#278 – Planning Clarity: Family Support, Tax Rules, and the Workforce of Tomorrow

Ready to explore the real questions shaping today’s retirement conversations? In this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase respond to listener scenarios on family financial decisions, workplace retirement plans, and the changing job landscape—offering context to help listeners better understand the factors involved in long-term planning. In this episode, you’ll: […]
#96 – 50-Year Mortgages, the K-Shaped Economy, and the Factors Shaping Retirement Planning in 2025

Get ready for a focused, fact-driven breakdown of the trends reshaping retirement planning, housing affordability, and market expectations in 2025. Wes Moss and Connor Miller bring forward clear context, fresh data points, and timely observations to help listeners understand today’s shifting financial landscape. Examine why 50-year mortgages are gaining attention, outline how stretching payments over […]
#277 – Retirement Planning Insights: Housing Market, Investment Decisions, and Life Purpose After 50

Ready to explore thoughtful, research-driven ways to help plan for financial confidence and fulfillment in retirement? In this episode of The Retire Sooner Podcast with Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase, the hosts unpack timely topics around housing trends, investment considerations, and purposeful living—helping listeners make informed, values-based decisions for their next chapter. Review current housing […]