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A Social Security & Medicare podcast from the folks fighting to preserve Americans' earned benefits! Each episode covers a different topic affecting American seniors and their families --- from ageism to long-term care. Brought to you by the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare. Hosted by Walter Gottlieb. Featuring one topic and VIP guest per bite-sized episode. Each one is 13-15 minutes long.
NCPSSM hosts You Earned This: The Social Security & Medicare Podcast!, a news show with 101 episodes published.
Most seniors claim Social Security at age 62, even though they take a 30% cut in benefits by not waiting until full retirement age. Economist Jason Fichtner says that's a mistake – unless you have no real choice. Waiting
Shawn Perry is a radio personality in the Washington, DC area who launched a show for older listeners called "The Senior Zone" 8 years ago -- with no experience in broadcasting, but a passion for seniors' issues. Before
It turns out that humor is one of the best tools for healthy aging. No one knows that better than this week's guest, stand-up comedian Missy Hall. She's a nationally-touring headliner best known for her appearances on th
It turns out that humor is one of the best tools for healthy aging. No one knows that better than this week's guest, stand-up comedian Missy Hall. Shes a nationally-touring headliner best known for her appearances on the
Michigan is a fascinating place --- a swing state with a large senior population. In fact, 1 in 5 Michicanders is over 65. Our guest this week, Paula Cunningham, is on the forefront of seniors' advocacy in the Great Lake
Michigan is a fascinating place --- a swing state with a large senior population. In fact, 1 in 5 Michicanders is over 65. Our guest this week, Paula Cunningham, is on the forefront of seniors' advocacy in the Great Lake
In this encore episode from November, 2025, Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) tells us that Trump and congressional Republicans are leaving people of modest means "in the dust" --- by jacking up health insurance costs while showe
In this encore episode from November, 2025, Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) tells us that Trump and congressional Republicans are leaving people of modest means "in the dust" --- by jacking up health insurance costs while showe
62 year-old gyrocopter pilot Caroline Paul is an inspiration to Boomers seeking a sense of adventure in later life. She's the author of the new book, "Why Fly: Seeking Awe, Healing, and Our True Selves in the Sky." In th
Host Walter Gottlieb and digital media manager Shahab Shokouhi answer questions from our Facebook community about Social Security! And... we troll a few social media trolls! Questions include: How do we demonstrate that
USA Today dubbed the generation born in the early 1960s the "Beatlemania Boomers." New research suggests these younger boomers have less retirement security than their older counterparts. In this encore episode, Anqi Che
More of us will be living to 100 and beyond, says Bill Kole, author of "The Big 100" in this encore episode. But do we want to? And how will we pay the bills for all those extra decades? What is the impact of "super agin
Apparently it's still okay to devalue and ridicule older people in our society. Ageism creeps into everything from personal interactions to job hiring. Find out why -- and what we can do about it --- in this encore episo
Our president, Max Richtman, is known as The Social Security Mythbuster because he excels at dispelling misinformation about Social Security. In this encore episode, Max takes on several pernicious myths including: "Soci
Seniors are not the only group targeted by scammers, but they can be especially vulnerable. In this encore episode, AARP's chief fraud prevention expert, Kathy Stokes, shares important advice for protecting yourself -- a
Half of Medicare beneficiaries did not visit the dentist during the past year because they couldn't afford to. Melissa Burroughs of the advocacy group Care Quest says neglecting oral health can contribute to serious heal
Meals on Wheels not only delivers hot, nutritious food to seniors --- it provides an important social connection to people who may be lonely or disconnected. Meals on Wheels even makes older people safer! In this encore
You may find yourself as the "financial caregiver" for an aging parent. Most people are thrust into this role with little preparation or warning. Certified Financial Planner Beth Pinsker has written a new book, "My Mothe
This encore episode is a must-listen, featuring the "Mother of Mindfulness," Dr. Ellen Langer of Harvard University. She explains that mindfulness is a key to healthy aging - both mentally and physically. Dr. Langer give
In this encore episode, veteran political consultant Jim Crounse says Trump's chaotic presidency is hurting the Republicans' chances in the 2026 midterms. Jim, a Democrat from the red state of Nebraska, takes the tempera
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