Ready to make sense of a whirlwind financial year? Join James Parker, Drew Seyller, and Jeff Weberg as they unpack the most surprising headlines, market swings, and fresh legislation that sent retirement plans reeling in 2025. From the infamous “One Big Beautiful Bill” to unexpected market dips and the longest government shutdown in history, this episode is your inside look at how real retirees and pre-retirees adapted—and what lessons might be waiting for you.

But don’t worry, it’s not all doom and gloom! The Navigating Retirement team shares a few secrets on finding opportunity in chaos, sidestepping knee-jerk financial moves, and making smart pivots to protect your nest egg. Whether you’re DIY-ing your investments or wondering if the pros really know what they’re doing, you’ll want to catch the tips, stories, and strategies that don’t make the headlines—but could make all the difference for your retirement. Tune in now and get ready to rethink what’s possible!


















Each episode of Navigating Retirement dives into key retirement planning strategies with Drew Seyller. Discover practical tips and solutions for challenges like taxes, Social Security, healthcare planning, and navigating market ups and downs. No matter where you are on your retirement journey, Drew brings expert advice to help you make smart, confident decisions for a successful future.