More Than Money

On More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie talk with Anne-Elise Cugliari Allegritti, VP of Research & Communications from Royal Lepage about why 54 percent of Canadians with properties in the U.S. have either sold or are thinking of selling. Then, Claire Newell, Founder and President of Travel Best Bets, talks about the ways retirees can make travel less stressful and more enjoyable. Then, Leanna and Rob share with you the origin story of why they joined the advisory team.

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On More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Dave Popowich talk with Dr. Emily McDonald, Lead author, Associate Professor at McGill University about a new tool for medical professionals to help de-prescribe unnecessary medications for patients. Then, Ian Bragg - VP of Research and Statistics @ SIMA, talks about how private savings are on the rise. Then, Faisal and Dave share with you the origin story of why they created their partnership.

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On More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie talk with Gere Woldu from the Alberta Motor Association to clear up misinformation about senior driving and discuss how seniors and their families can find support on the road. Then, Moshe Lander, Economics Professor at Concordia University, breaks down Carney’s five nation-building projects. Also, Faisal and Rob dive into whether retirement is changing across generations.

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On More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Leanna Wachniak talk with Robert Hocking, Co-founder of Adaptive Living about why preparing your home now is key to living comfortably and safely in retirement. Then, Dr. Catherine Franssen, Neuroscientist and Founder of Franssen Strategies, unpacks the science behind pumpkin spice and why this seasonal flavour sparks such a powerful emotional response. Also, Dave and Leanna share personal stories about the challenges and lessons they learned while caring for their parents.

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Join us for a special "Best of" episode of More Than Money, we talk to Phil Soper - President and CEO of Royal Le Page, on how 3 in 10 Canadians planning to retire within the next two years say they will carry a mortgage into retirement. Next, Mike Moffatt, Economist and Founding Director of University of Ottawa’s Missing Middle Initiative, talks about why should downsizing be a top consideration for seniors when planning their retirement. Then, we have Cyn Meyer, Founder of Second Wind Movement and A Retirement Life Coach discusses what the “honeymoon phase” of retirement looks like and why does it end for many people?

Also, Dave Popowich talks about his own experience with aging and how it has influenced the way he thinks about retirement.

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On More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Dave Popowich explore the forces disrupting retirement in Canada. Kathryn Bush, Senior Fellow at the C.D. Howe Institute and former chair of the Association for Canadian Pension Management’s National Policy Committee, joins us to discuss the national pension dashboard in development and what it could mean for retirement planning. Then, Corinne Pohlmann, Executive VP of Advocacy at the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, breaks down the ripple effects of recent labour disruptions, from mail and airlines to delivery services, on both businesses and retirees. We also examine how Canada’s OAS overhaul and persistent inflation are reshaping the retirement landscape.

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On More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie talk to Dr. James Talbot about why Albertans now have to pay for COVID-19 shots and what it means for seniors. Then, Patrice Lindo explores how retirees can use AI to turn experience into purposeful side gigs and how AI is changing retirement planning. We discuss the risks, rewards, and why having a financial advisor for retirement still matters.

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Faisal and Leanna dig into a major blind spot in many retirement plans: health care. From out-of-pocket medical costs to the rising need for long-term care, they explain why planning for your health is just as important as planning for your wealth.

Then, Tegan Hill from the Fraser Institute joins to unpack Alberta’s pension proposal, the potential $334 billion transfer, and how it could impact your retirement income. Whether you support it or not, this is a debate every Albertan retiree should be watching.

Next, economist Moshe Lander explains how Canada has stayed resilient amid rising tariffs and global trade tensions and what retirees need to know about how it affects your investments, household costs, and financial plan.

To wrap up, Faisal and Leanna tackle the questions they hear most often: Can I afford to retire? What happens if things don’t go as planned? They share personal insights and real-world scenarios to help you navigate uncertainty with confidence.

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Join us for a special "Best of" episode of More Than Money, we talk to Ofer Niv, a transformational healer and guide, reveals how retirees can clear blocks and unlock more purpose, vitality, and joy. Then, Longtime journalist and SAIT educator Laura Knop-Wright joins us to explore how to tell news from noise and why retirees need to think critically before reacting to headlines.

Also, we discuss retirement planning process, goals for plan, common questions from retirees and carrying a mortgage into retirement.

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On More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie talk to Todd Boss, contributor to Forbes, about the growing popularity of pickleball among older adults and how staying active later in life can bring purpose, community, and better health in retirement. Then, Phil Soper, CEO of Royal LePage, breaks down why more Canadians are retiring with a mortgage and how that impacts long-term financial planning, cash flow, and housing decisions.From managing debt and investment portfolios to building an active lifestyle after 60, this episode explores how retirement is evolving—and how you can stay ahead of the game.

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