11/15/23: The Coming Age War

In this episode, Ric examines the financial disparities between generations, questioning the relevance of senior discounts when older Americans often have greater financial stability. He explores the evolution of Social Security since 1935, highlighting the shift in life expectancy and financial needs. Ric addresses the imbalance in financial burdens between younger and older generations, focusing on the sustainability of government spending on Social Security and Medicare. Today's podcast critically explores the impending 'age war' in America. Subscribe to podcast updates: https://form.jotform.com/223614751580152 Ask Ric: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/ask-ric Ric's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ric-Edelman/author/B000APYJPM ----- Links from today's show: Rowan University: https://www.rowan.edu/ Social Security Trust Fund: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_Security_Trust_Fund ----- Follow Ric on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RicEdelman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ric_edelman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricedelman/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/ricedelman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RicEdelman ----- Brought to you by: Global X ETFs: https://www.globalxetfs.com/ Invesco QQQ: https://www.invesco.com/qqq-etf/en/home.html Schwab: https://www.schwab.com/ Disclosure page: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/sponsorship-disclosure-fee -----