More Living with Jim Brogan
by Jim Brogan
More Living with Jim Brogan is recognized throughout East Tennessee as the leading source of information for those who are already retired or those who are nearing retirement. Each week, Jim and his expert guests discuss news and issues like lifestyle, freedom, health and fitness, financial planning, investments, and more. Brogan Financial is a federally registered investment advisor located in Knoxville, Tennessee. https://broganfinancial.com/radio/
Episodes
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From the Body Farm to Bestsellers: A Conversation with Jon Jefferson
Show Notes Forensic anthropologist Bill Bass once estimated a body had been buried for six to twelve months—then discovered it was a Civil War soldier whose remains had been preserved for more than a century. That startling mistake helped inspire UT’s Body Farm, where researchers study...
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Retirement Readiness: How Do You Know When It's Time?
Show Notes On Mount Everest, nearly 80% of deaths occur on the descent—not the climb. Jim Brogan uses that sobering contrast to explain why retirement can be riskier than building wealth: spending down savings brings new pressures, from market downturns to inflation and the fear of outliving your...
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Our Ability to Keep Moving with Andy Baksa
Show Notes A burst of pickleball can rupture an Achilles tendon—especially when someone jumps into the sport without building up gradually. Physical therapist Andy Baxter joins Jim Brogan to explain how to return to activity safely, tell ordinary soreness from pain that needs attention, and keep...
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Medicare with Steven Sitton
Show Notes A Medicare premium can rise because of a one-time property sale—and the increase may show up two years later. On More Living with Jim Brogan, Jim and Medicare specialist Steve Sitton explain how that income look-back works, when retirement qualifies you to appeal a higher premium, and...
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Your Q3 Financial Checkup: A Step-by-Step Guide to Reviewing Your Goals, Investments, and Retirement Plans - Originally Aired on 08/02/2025
Show Notes A steady 401(k) contribution can turn a market drop into an opportunity—but in retirement, selling investments during that same downturn can lock in losses. Jim Brogan explains why that difference matters, how to rebalance without overreacting to short-term market swings, and what the...
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Dolly Parton's Children Hospital with Adam Cook
Show Notes In this episode, host Jim Brogan interviews Adam Cook, Chief Development and Public Affairs Officer at Dolly Parton Children's Hospital. They discuss the historic partnership between the hospital and Dolly Parton, exploring her profound legacy and global impact. Adam highlights the...
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Social Security with Hamilton Morales
Show Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan welcomes Hamilton Morales, a Social Security strategist with 25 years of experience, to break down the complexities of Social Security. They discuss when to claim benefits, how spousal, ex-spouse, and widow benefits work,...
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The Art of Editorial Cartooning with Charlie Daniel - Originally Aired on 09/14/2024
Show Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan interviews Charlie Daniel, a legendary editorial cartoonist whose six-decade career with Knoxville newspapers produced over 20,000 cartoons. Charlie shares stories about discovering his passion for cartooning, his time in...
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How to Plan for Uncertainty
In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, financial advisor Jim Brogan shares practical strategies for navigating economic uncertainty in retirement. He covers the importance of maintaining a liquid emergency fund, recommending at least $20,000 or 5–10% of total assets in cash. Jim also...
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Long-Term Care with Alecia Barnette
Show Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan welcomes Alicia Barnett, Senior Vice President of the Care Planning Department at Financial Independence Group, to discuss long-term care planning. With nearly 30 years of experience, Alicia explains what long-term care...
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Your Health is Your Wealth
Show Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan welcomes Andrew Henderson, owner of Fitness Together in Knoxville, to discuss practical fitness strategies for adults, particularly retirees. Andrew shares insights on building lasting fitness habits, debunking myths like...
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Knoxville Today With Mayor Glenn Jacobs
Show Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan interviews outgoing Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs, who reflects on his eight-year tenure. Jacobs highlights key accomplishments, including job creation, major economic development projects, and maintaining low property...
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Replay: The Challenges of Aging - Originally aired on 02/22/2025
Show Notes In this episode of "More Living with Jim Brogan," host Jim Brogan welcomes Tamara Faye, owner of Aging Family Partners, to discuss the challenges of aging and caregiving. They cover physical and cognitive decline, legal preparedness, and care options ranging from assisted living to...
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AI and Your Future with Dr. Lynne Parker
Show Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan welcomes Dr. Lynne Parker, AI expert and former White House science policy official, to discuss artificial intelligence's growing impact on everyday life. They explore AI's real capabilities versus common misconceptions…
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The Great Wealth Transfer & Financial Windfalls
Show Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, broadcast on Newstalk 987 WOKI, financial educator Jim Brogan explores the challenges and opportunities of sudden wealth, including lottery winnings, inheritances, and business sales. He discusses the $124 trillion Great Wealth Transfer...
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Climatology and Weather Hazards This Summer
Show Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan welcomes Dr. Kelsey Ellis, a climatologist from the University of Tennessee, to discuss summer weather hazards affecting East Tennessee. Dr. Ellis highlights heat, flash flooding, severe thunderstorms, and strong winds as...
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A Life of Storytelling with Russell Biven
Show Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan welcomes Russell Bevan, former WBIR anchor and current digital marketing director at Hackney Brands. Russell shares his journey from CNN sports broadcasting to Knoxville television, discussing how faith guided his career...
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Replay: Future-Proof Your Finances: Planning for the Next Decade - Originally aired on 5/03/2025
Show Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan on Newstalk 98.7 WOKI, financial advisor Jim Brogan covers key topics shaping retirement planning. He explores how increasing lifespans demand longer-term financial strategies, emphasizing early saving, balanced investing, and managing...
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Beyond the Checkered Flag with Dr. Jerry Punch
Show Notes: In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan welcomes Dr. Jerry Punch, a physician and renowned sports broadcaster known for his work with ESPN and ABC covering NASCAR and college football. Dr. Punch shares his remarkable journey from a small North Carolina town to...
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Alzheimer's Awareness with Morgan Vance
Show Notes: In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan welcomes Morgan Vance from the Pat Summitt Foundation to discuss Coach Pat Summitt's enduring legacy and the foundation's mission to fight Alzheimer's disease. They cover early warning signs, misconceptions about…
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Replay: The Great Outdoors with TWRA - originally aired 07/06/2024
The Great Outdoors with TWRA Original Airdate: 07-06-2024 In this episode of "More Living with Jim Brogan," host Jim Brogan interviews Matt Cameron, Outreach and Education Coordinator for the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), on July 4th weekend. They discuss boating safety rules,...
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Replay: Skin Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Quyn Rahman - originally aired 5/11/2024
Replay: Skin Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Quyn Rahman In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan welcomes Dr. Quinn Raymond, a board-certified dermatologist from Knoxville Institute of Dermatology, to discuss Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Raymond explains the three main...
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Reinventing Retirement: Then, Now, and What's Next
Reinventing Retirement: Then, Now, and What's Next. Episode Notes: In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, financial educator Jim Brogan explores how retirement planning has dramatically evolved over recent decades. He discusses the shift from pension-based retirement to self-funded…
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Replay: Investing in Our Children’s Health with Adam Cook (originally aired - November 8, 2025)
Investing in Our Children’s Health with Adam Cook First Aired on November 8, 2025 Show Notes: In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan interviews Adam Cook, Chief Development and Marketing Officer at East Tennessee Children's Hospital. Adam shares his career journey from...
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Replay: Yard Envy and Finding Your Green Thumb (originally aired - April 11, 2024)
Yard Envy and Finding Your Green Thumb This week's episode is being re-aired. It initially aired in April of 2024. In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan welcomes Abby Stanley Jarrett, third-generation owner of Stanley's Greenhouse in Knoxville, Tennessee. Abby shares...
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Strong Markets Don't Always Feel Calm
Episode Notes: Strong Markets Don't Always Feel Calm In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, financial educator Jim Brogan explores why investors feel uneasy despite strong market performance. He addresses the impact of geopolitical conflicts, inflation, and Federal Reserve policies on...
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Behind the Jerseys with Smokies Baseball
Behind the Jerseys with Smokies Baseball Show Notes: In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan interviews Amanda Rich, Director of Marketing for the Knoxville Smokies, discussing the team's second season back downtown at Covenant Health Park. Amanda highlights fan…
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Art, Spring, and Traditions: The Dogwood Arts Festival
Episode Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, host Jim Brogan interviews Sherry Jenkins, Executive Director of the Dogwood Arts Festival in Knoxville, Tennessee. They discuss the festival's 70-year history, rooted in community beautification, and its growth into 21 year-round...
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5 High-Impact Retirement Topics for 2026
Episode Notes In this episode of More Living with Jim Brogan, broadcast live from Brogan Financial studios on Newstalk 98.7 WOKI, host Jim Brogan outlines five high-impact retirement planning topics for 2026 and beyond. He covers the tax planning sweet spot in early retirement, strategic Roth...
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Replay: Beyond the Uniform with Gary Sinise
Beyond the Uniform with Gary Sinise This episode originally aired on August 16, 2025 show notes: In this episode of "More Living with Jim Brogan," host Jim Brogan interviews acclaimed actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise. Sinise discusses his journey from Hollywood to founding the Gary Sinise...
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Breathe Easy Knoxville with Dr. Ty Prince
Breathe Easy Knoxville with Dr. Ty Prince In this episode of "More Living with Jim Brogan," host Jim Brogan welcomes Dr. Tom Prince, a Knoxville allergist, to discuss the causes and management of allergies in East Tennessee. They explore why the region is a hotspot for allergies, the impact of...
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Replay: Where's the Beef with Jim Simpson (originally aired - June 15, 2024)
Where's The Beef With Jim Simpson This episode originally aired on June 15, 2024. In this episode of "More Living with Jim Brogan," Jim Brogan welcomes Jim Simpson, owner of Simpson’s Meats, for a lively discussion on grilling, smoking, and selecting quality meats. Simpson shares insights from…
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Where Financial Plans Fall Apart.
In this episode of "More Living with Jim Brogan," Jim Brogan discusses four critical areas where retirement financial plans can fail: insurance coverage, beneficiary designations and asset titling, fraud and scam prevention, and emergency fund management. He explains how overlooked details in…
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Heart Health with Dr. Jeff Johnson
In this episode of "More Living with Jim Brogan," Jim welcomes cardiologist Dr. Jeff Johnson to discuss heart health for Heart Health Month. They cover prevention, early warning signs, screening tools like coronary calcium scoring, and the importance of diet and exercise. Dr. Johnson shares...
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Spreading the Love
In this episode of "More Living with Jim Brogan," Jim celebrates the 40th anniversary of The Love Kitchen, a Knoxville nonprofit founded by sisters Helen and Ellen to feed those in need. Joined by Ernie Roberts, Board President, and Martin Riggins, Executive Director, the discussion highlights…
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Markets, The Fed, and the Political Cycle with David Wagner
In this episode of "More Living with Jim Brogan," Jim Brogan and guest David Wagner discuss the current financial landscape, focusing on retirement planning, market trends, and economic policy. They explore the impact of inflation, Federal Reserve actions, and government debt on investors,...
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The New Year Reset
In this episode of "More Living with Jim Brogan," Jim Brogan offers practical financial advice for retirees and those nearing retirement on how to reset their finances for 2026. Key topics include managing cash flow, creating realistic budgets, automating savings, maximizing returns on cash,...
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Our Solar System with Dr. Brad Thompson from UT
Originally aired on March 16, 2024
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Space Exploration with Astronaut John Shoffner
Originally aired on July 8, 2023
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What is Your Legacy with Stephen Carpenter
Originally aired on December 9, 2023
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How Confident Are You As You Approach Retirement
Originally aired on September 28, 2024
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The Benefits of Physical Therapy
Originally aired on March 15, 2025
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Food Insecurity and Charitable Giving with Second Harvest
Aired on November 22, 2025
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How to Leave a Real Legacy to Your Family
Aired on November 15, 2025
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How to Plan for Market Volatility
Aired on November 1, 2025
About this show
More Living with Jim Brogan is recognized throughout East Tennessee as the leading source of information for those who are already retired or those who are nearing retirement. Each week, Jim and his expert guests discuss news and issues like lifestyle, freedom, health and fitness, financial planning, investments, and more. Brogan Financial is a federally registered investment advisor located in Knoxville, Tennessee. https://broganfinancial.com/radio/
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