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EPISODE · Jan 28, 2026 · 38 MIN

The Smarter Way to Approach Financial Planning for Physicians

from Life Matters – A Penn Mutual Podcast · host Jason O’Dell, Carole Foos, Bill Bell

In this episode of the Life Matters Podcast, host Bill Bell, Vice President of Advanced Sales at Penn Mutual, is joined by Jason O’Dell, Managing Partner, and Carole Foos, Chief Financial Officer of OJM Group (now part of Earned), to explore why physicians are one of the most underserved client segments and how financial professionals can work with them more effectively.You’ll hear practical insights on:• Why doctors can feel intimidating to work with and how to overcome common challenges• How an education-first approach helps attract and retain the right physician clients• How healthcare consolidation impacts both practice and personal planning• Balancing student loan debt, retirement savings, and long-term financial goals• Where life insurance fits, from protection and tax-efficient income to asset protection and business planningHave a question or comment for Bill? Drop him an email at: [email protected] Us Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PennMutual/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/PennMutual/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/penn-mutual/Presented by Penn Mutual: https://www.pennmutual.com/This podcast is for informational purposes. Guests’ views, comments, and opinions on products, services, or strategies do not necessarily represent the views of or imply endorsement by The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company or its affiliates. Product availability, benefits and provisions vary by state.For federal income tax purposes, life insurance death benefits generally pay income tax-free to beneficiaries pursuant to IRC Sec. 101(a)(1). In certain situations, however, life insurance death benefits may be partially or wholly taxable. Situations include, but are not limited to: the transfer of a life insurance policy for valuable consideration unless the transfer qualifies for an exception under IRC Sec. 101(a)(2)(i.e. the transfer-for-value rule); arrangements that lack an insurable interest based on state law; and an employer-owned policy unless the policy qualifies for an exception under IRC Sec. 101(j).8716108NS_JAN28 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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