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Safe Retirement Radio

by Michael Battalini

Listen to Michael Battalini on WORD-FM every Saturday from 8 am to 9 am. WJAS 1320 AM every Sunday from 10 am to 11 am. WPIT 96.5 FM every Saturday from 11 am to 12 pm. And WPGP every Sunday @ 10:30 am as well as Saturdays @ 11:30 am To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor. AEWM does not offer insurance products. The insurance products offered by The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group are not subject to investment Advisor requirements.

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Episodes

  1. The Longevity Challenge

    Is the record-high stock market masking deeper worries about your retirement security? This episode dives into why so many Americans feel uneasy—even when markets soar—and what truly matters more than predicting the next downturn. Discover the emotional hurdles, overlooked strategies, and…

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  2. Make Your Money Work for You

    Are surprise costs quietly eroding your hard-earned retirement dreams? When Medicare open enrollment arrives, a single overlooked detail can send ripples through your entire financial plan. Join Michael Battalini for a behind-the-scenes look at the crucial decisions, little-known pitfalls, and...

  3. Building a Bridge to Retirement

    “How can you prepare for a retirement that’s constantly challenged by inflation and unpredictable expenses?” As energy prices surge and headlines spark anxiety, Michael Battalini pulls back the curtain on what really determines if your income strategy can withstand decades of change. From...

  4. Retirement Tax Shock

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  5. A 401(k) is Not A Plan

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  6. Taking Control of Retirement

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  7. The Retirement Paycheck Predicament

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  8. Legacy Planning

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  9. Make Your Money Work for You

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  10. Retirement Tax Shock

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  11. A 401(k) is Not A Plan

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  12. Growing Govt Debt - Higher Taxes

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  13. Optimizing Retirement Income

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  14. The Longevity Challenge

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  15. Legacy Planning

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  16. Income Blueprint

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  17. Act Your Age (Asset Allocation)

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  18. The Retirement Paycheck Predicament

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  19. Risks in Retirement

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  20. A 401(k) is Not A Plan

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  21. The Longevity Challenge

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  22. 2026 Valentine's Day Special - February 14, 2026

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  23. Headlines and Mailbag Questions - February 07, 2026

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  24. Act Your Age (Asset Allocation) - January 31, 2026

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  25. Book Summary - January 17, 2026

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  26. Risks in Retirement - January 10, 2026

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  27. 2025 Christmas Special - December 13, 2025

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  28. Think FAST - December 06, 2025

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  29. Running Out of Money in Retirement - November 29, 2025

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  30. Optimizing Retirement Income - November 22, 2025

    In this episode of Safe Retirement Radio, Michael Battalini and Bruce Steinbrock examine key topics in retirement planning, including tax strategies, Social Security updates, long-term care solutions, market trends, and income planning. Each episode features expert perspectives, real-life...

  31. Income Blueprint - October 18, 2025

    To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth...

  32. Medicare Basics & Key Enrollment Decisions / Integrating Medicare Into Retirement Planning - October 4, 2025

    To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth...

  33. Income Blueprint - September 27, 2025

    To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth...

  34. The Reality of Retirement Spending - September 13, 2025

    To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth...

  35. The Longevity Challenge - September 06, 2025

    To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth...

  36. Retirement Income Faces Tax Challenges - August 23, 2025

    To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth...

  37. Headlines & Think FAST - August 16, 2025

    We got ourselves a fun little episode this week! Tune in to listen Michael Battalini discuss topical headlines and witness as he begins to think FAST. Can he keep up with a flurry of questions?! Don't miss out on this special alongside an exclusive look at an interview with Tom Hegna! To learn...

  38. Estate Planning w/ guest Brock Meanor - August 02, 2025

    To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth...

  39. Tax Savvy Strategies - July 19, 2025

    To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth...

  40. The Three Pillars of Financial Stability - July, 12 2025

    To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth...

  41. Round Table w/ Special Guest: Tom Hegna - June 28, 2025

    To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth...

  42. Creating Dependable Retirement Income - April 26, 2025

    Could we be headed toward a recession? Some economists say that we have a 40% chance of an economic downturn. Today, Michael Battalini is here to share simple steps that could help preserve your money if the market takes a dive. To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group...

  43. Tom Hegna Interview Thoughts - April 05, 2025

    To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth...

  44. Taxes In Retirement - March 15, 2025

    When exactly is the best time to take Social Security? Mike Battalini, will go through some of the important factors you may want to consider when deciding the right time for you to collect. To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group Insurance products are offered through the...

  45. Reflecting on Tom Hegna - February 22, 2025

    Listen to Michael Battalini on WORD-FM every Saturday from 8 am to 9 am. WJAS 1320 AM every Sunday from 10 am to 11 am. WPIT 96.5 FM every Saturday from 11 am to 12 pm. And WPGP every Sunday @ 10:30 am as well as Saturdays @ 11:30 am To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group...

  46. All-Weather Retirement Strategy - February 15, 2025

    Listen to Michael Battalini on WORD-FM every Saturday from 8 am to 9 am. WJAS 1320 AM every Sunday from 10 am to 11 am. WPIT 96.5 FM every Saturday from 11 am to 12 pm. And WPGP every Sunday @ 10:30 am as well as Saturdays @ 11:30 am To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group...

  47. Maximize Your Retirement Income - February 08, 2025

    Listen to Michael Battalini on WORD-FM every Saturday from 8 am to 9 am. WJAS 1320 AM every Sunday from 10 am to 11 am. WPIT 96.5 FM every Saturday from 11 am to 12 pm. And WPGP every Sunday @ 10:30 am as well as Saturdays @ 11:30 am To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group...

About this show

Listen to Michael Battalini on WORD-FM every Saturday from 8 am to 9 am. WJAS 1320 AM every Sunday from 10 am to 11 am. WPIT 96.5 FM every Saturday from 11 am to 12 pm. And WPGP every Sunday @ 10:30 am as well as Saturdays @ 11:30 am

To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group

Insurance products are offered through the insurance business The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group. The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor. AEWM does not offer insurance products. The insurance products offered by The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group are not subject to investment Advisor requirements.

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Safe Retirement Radio have?

Safe Retirement Radio has 47 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on October 24, 2026.

What is Safe Retirement Radio about?

Listen to Michael Battalini on WORD-FM every Saturday from 8 am to 9 am. WJAS 1320 AM every Sunday from 10 am to 11 am. WPIT 96.5 FM every Saturday from 11 am to 12 pm. And WPGP every Sunday @ 10:30 am as well as Saturdays @ 11:30 am To learn more, visit : The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group...

How often does Safe Retirement Radio release new episodes?

Safe Retirement Radio publishes every two weeks, based on its 47 episodes since February 2025.

Who hosts Safe Retirement Radio?

Safe Retirement Radio is created and hosted by Michael Battalini.
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