Being Well Informed

What are the highlights of collecting Social Security? What simple steps should I take to maximize receiving benefits. If I buy a car after collecting Social Security and choose to pay using a pension account, how will that impact my Social Security?
These and more questions are answered in this podcast with Jake Serfas of Copper Creek Wealth. Visit their website at www.coppercreeekwealth.com.

Being Well Informed is an educational podcast, which airs weekly. We discuss trending topics each month on Social Security and pension matters. Our podcast is featured on Spotify, You Tube, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Podvine, Podbean, iHeartRadio, and more. 

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Former Redskins NFL Player and New England Patriots Player, Bishop Troy Barnett is our guest to discuss the 100 year legacy of Apostle Leroy H. Cannady, Sr. Bishop Troy Barnett now pastors the Refuge Way of the Cross Church of Christ at 4300 Old York Road, Baltimore, Maryland. He shares what led him to the ministry and how this documentary came about. The rich history of this church in Baltimore City and the impact Apostle Cannady has had on lives are also discussed. 

Being Well Informed is a weekly podcast, which airs on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Podvine, Podbean, and YouTube. 

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We discuss the new conversation involving police reform. Guest Dwayne Bryant helps us navigate the complex and many reasons why innocent youth as young as fifth grade run from police. We also discuss how to repair cop and community relations, and why policymakers need to focus on education.

Being Well Informed airs weekly on all major podcast platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Podcasts, Podvine, Amazon Music, Podbean, and YouTube. 

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Did my retirement plan just change? The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act became effective January 1, 2020. But a new law became effective January 1, 2023, the SECURE Act 2.0 of 2023. Changes in required age minimum distributions of 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans have occurred. It is no longer 70 1/2. The age for required minimum distributions increases to 72 and now 73, which may impact your Medicare premiums or tax bracket. We give concrete examples in this podcast. We also discuss the Protected IRA Plus Plans, which can provide guaranteed lifetime income, protection of assets from market losses, tax free withdrawals specifically for long term care, tax free growth and tax free income later, as well as tax free death benefits.

Being Well Informed is a podcast, which airs weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, and other platforms such as You Tube. We discuss trending topics impacting the community. 

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How relevant is bias in our decision making such as when people are hired or fired. Is there bias in creating job descriptions? Guest Lorne Epstein discusses unconscious bias in the workplace and what CEOs of major companies are saying about how unconscious bias is impacting their workplace. Mr. Epstein also discusses what CEOs are doing to fix it or mitigate bias. Visit his website for insightful and impactful webinars at www.LorneEpstein.com.

Being Well Informed is aired weekly on many major platforms such as Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Spotify,  Podvine, Podbean, as well as You Tube. 

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What is the digital divide and how is it a problem when educating children in grades K-12. Dr. Ebony Shockley shares insightful information on this trending education topic. There is also a digital gap between countries or global divide. Listeners are given a picture of what that looks like.

Being Well Informed is an educational podcast, which airs weekly on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, iHeart Radio, Spotify, Amazon Music, Podvine, Podbean, and many other platforms, including You Tube. 


























































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Swastikas at synagogues? Racist graffiti on the doors of neighborhood churches? Arsonists targeting places of worship? These are all topics discussed on Being Well Informed with guest Paul Monteiro of the Department of Justice. Information is provided on what the Department of Justice Community Relations Services does and how they are becoming a part of the community across the nation. 

Being Well Informed airs weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcast, iHeart Radio and You Tube. It is an educational podcast for the community to stay abreast of trending topics. 

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Are there plans in the Maryland General Assembly 2023 to pursue legislation to change voter identification and signatures on ballots or mail in ballots. The Election Protection initiatives are discussed and irregularities at election polls are explained. Guests include Amy Cruice of the ACLU of Maryland and Joanne Antoine of Common Cause of Maryland. How secure are our elections? Are the elections properly funded? What safeguards are there to prevent voter misinformation?

Being Well Informed is aired weekly on various podcast platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Podvine, Podbean, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, and others. The program is also available on You Tube. 

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Sailing is another opportunity for all. Thornell Jones discusses his sailing and kayaking camp he established during the summer months for young people who are often forgotten. Sailing schools as well as various marine industry opportunities are addressed for parents to know and better understand. 

Being Well Informed airs weekly on many podcast platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Podvine, Podbean, Amazon Music, Spotify, iHeart Radio, and others. The program is an educational podcast which also airs on You Tube. 

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Erika Cole, the Church Attorney, discusses church succession plans and their importance. The topics of church splits, and not having secret plans are discussed as well as information on how to avoid an IRS audit.

Being Well Informed airs weekly on various podcast platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, iHeart Radio, Podvine, Podbean, Amazon Music, and on You Tube.

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