Retire Y'all Charleston

Retire Y'all Charleston

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Retire Y'all Charleston episodes

  • South Carolina Senate Race
    What happens when the entire slate of candidates makes you want to opt out of voting altogether? Adam Curran goes on a no-holds-barred, brutally honest rant, sizing up South Carolina’s would-be senators—from family dynasties to serial campaigners and career politicians. With characteristic wit and unapologetic candor, Adam questions why the “best” choices to represent us in D.C. rarely reflect the everyday Americans he serves. Behind the humor and frustration lies one big question: Is there anyone left who’s truly fit—and willing—to run?
    55 min
  • How to Get Health Insurance Under 65
    Are you saving for a future you might never enjoy? In this candid, no-holds-barred episode, Adam Curran takes aim at the financial fears keeping retirees from living their best lives—unpacking why so many leave behind fortunes without ever using them. From hard truths about the medical system to bold takes on American culture and retirement planning, Adam challenges everything you thought you knew about money, happiness, and what matters most. Discover why your nest egg might be better spent making memories than gathering dust.
    55 min
  • The AI Divide: Adam Curran and Michael Reese on Technology, Trust, and Human Error
    Is AI making us smarter—or making us too dependent? Adam Curran and Michael Reese, CFP® and Centennial Advisors Founder & CEO, explore the growing role of artificial intelligence in financial services, debating everything from AI-generated client communication to whether technology will raise expectations for perfection and reduce tolerance for human error.
    1 hr 6 min
  • The Truth About Reverse Mortgages with Anthony Byrnes
    Anthony Byrnes from CrossCountry Mortgage joins Adam on this episode of Retire Y’all to break down reverse mortgages, retirement lending options, and how these loans actually work. They discuss financial assessments and how lenders help ensure that, regardless of the loan amount, borrowers still have enough income and assets to cover important expenses like homeowners insurance and property taxes.
    1 hr 12 min
  • Inside Merrill Gardens with Ricky Flynn: A Better Way to Retire
    Adam sits down with Ricky Flynn from Merrill Gardens in Mount Pleasant to talk about the real impact senior living communities can have on your health, happiness, and overall quality of life. From independent living to assisted living and memory care, we break down the services available and why so many residents are thriving in this environment.

    If you’ve ever wondered what the next chapter of retirement could look like—for you or a loved one—this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.
    1 hr 14 min
  • The History of Charleston’s Cobblestone Streets with Tommy Dew
    Step into Charleston’s past as Tommy Dew, of Tommy Dew Walking Tours, walks us through the stories behind its cobblestone streets—from George Washington’s visit to the Civil War, pirates, and the city’s deep-rooted generational families. We explore the history behind Charleston’s iconic buildings and the complex layers that shaped one of America’s most historic cities.
    1 hr 31 min
  • England Smith: How Travel Teams Are Changing Youth Baseball
    Adam sits down with England Smith, GM of East Coast Baseball Academy and Territory Director for USA Prime Coastal, to talk about the growing divide between travel ball and rec ball—and how the pressure and commitment placed on young players is changing the game.
    1 hr 14 min
  • How Bruce Willey Would Fix the IRS (And Who Is To Blame?)
    Adam sits down with his personal tax advisor from Iowa, Bruce Willey, to discuss why millions of Americans aren’t filing their tax returns and how the tax system has become overwhelmingly complicated. They also explain why the IRS isn’t to blame—politicians in Washington are the ones writing the rules—and share how they would simplify and improve the system.
    1 hr 8 min
  • Less Government, More Accountability: Housing, Debt & Faith with Barry Watts
    Adam sits down with Barry Watts (WealthCare, Springfield, MO) to unpack two Trump “truth bombs”: banning institutional investors from buying single-family homes and capping credit card interest at 10%. What starts as a debate on housing and debt turns into a bigger conversation about freedom vs. government control, boomers vs. young adults, personal accountability—and why the real bottom line is bigger than money.
    1 hr 5 min
  • Big Diff: Faith, Fitness, and Finding Purpose Through F3
    In our latest episode, we sit down with Jed Wiseman—aka “Big Diff” from F3—to talk about what F3 is, how it supports men through fitness, fellowship, and faith, and why it matters so much to the community. Jed shares his powerful story of military service, attending The Citadel, his journey to becoming a Navy SEAL, and the personal connection that brought him and Adam together.
    1 hr 37 min

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Retire Y'all Charleston is hosted by Adam Curran, founder and CFP® of Curran Financial Partners. Adam asks the important questions and shoots straight with his advice on all things business,…