Eric Peterson's Retirement Ready Radio Show

Tune in to “Retirement Ready with Eric Peterson,” Sundays at Noon on Newsradio 1040 WHO. Or listen to the recorded version on this podcast.

Emotions & Financial Decisions 02/15/2026

Emotions & Financial Decisions Most people like to think that they always make decisions based on logic and facts, but the truth is that emotions usually play a role for all of us in the decision-making process… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/40087855

The Surprisingly Hard Part of Retirement: Spending 02/08/2026

The Surprisingly Hard Part of Retirement: Spending Bet you didn’t expect spending your money to be one of the hardest parts of retirement. But for some, that’s the case. Fears of saving enough or worrying about running out of money can have a real impact on your retirement mindset. Let’s talk more about why this happens and what to do about it. Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/40013585

I’m 62…Now What? 02/01/2026

I’m 62…Now What? Turning 62 might not seem like a big milestone since it’s not a number that ends in zero. But it’s a big milestone year when it comes to Social Security, because now you can start collecting checks, if you want to. But should you? Before you make a move, it’s important to know your “why” for whatever you choose. Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/39922055

Financial Snow Day 01/25/2026

Financial Snow Day There’s something pretty special about a snow day, when the kids get out of school and get to play all day outside with the neighbors. Let's relive the fun in the snow you might have had as a kid and see how that can serve as a metaphor for our financial lives… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/39829845

New Year Checklist 01/18/2026

New Year Checklist With the new year upon us, let’s run through the checklist of things people should be thinking about as it relates to their financial plans… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/39740835

Financial Song Lyrics 01/11/2026

Financial Song Lyrics What can we learn about financial planning from these song lyrics about money? Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/39664515

Shiny Objects 12/28/2025

Shiny Objects Let’s talk about some of the shiny objects in the financial world that can distract you from the substance that you should really be focused on… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/39518840

Giving Season 12/21/2025

Giving Season With people thinking about end-of-the-year charitable donations, let's talk through how to give intentionally and also make the most out of how it fits in your portfolio and financial plan… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/39455365

Retiree’s First Christmas 12/14/2025

Retiree’s First Christmas We’ve all seen those Christmas ornaments that say things like “Baby’s First Christmas.” It’s a milestone moment worth commemorating. But what about a retiree’s first Christmas? You may not have a specialty ornament to hang on the tree for this one, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t a milestone. Here’s what might be different about this year’s holiday for your first Christmas in retirement… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/39375345

Does it Matter? 12/07/2025

Does it Matter? People often spend a lot of time worrying about things like elections, health insurance changes and global conflicts- especially when they’re unsure how these issues might affect their own finances. But how much do these factors actually matter for the average person? Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/39267190

Retirement Sabotage 11/23/2025

Retirement Sabotage With all of the things in the financial world that you can’t control, why would you sabotage your own retirement by messing up the things you CAN control? Let’s discuss some ways that people sabotage their own financial health… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/39108860

Financial Wisdom from the Wizard of Oz 11/16/2025

Financial Wisdom from the Wizard of Oz We’re off to see the Wizard! Let’s see what we can learn about financial planning from the classic film… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/39027450

Money Mistakes You Only Make Once 11/09/2025

Money Mistakes You Only Make Once Let's talk through a few money mistakes that HOPEFULLY you’ll never make more than once. Or ideally, you can learn from other people’s mistakes and never make these mistakes at all… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/38941655

The Friendly Skies of Retirement Planning 11/02/2025

The Friendly Skies of Retirement Planning What can air travel teach us about retirement planning? Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/38851185

Financial Fables 10/26/2025

Financial Fables Aesop’s Fables can teach us lessons about life AND money. Today, we'll explore timeless tales and uncover the financial lessons hidden within. Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/38759840

Periodic Reviews 10/19/2025

Periodic Reviews Any good financial advisor stays in touch with his or her clients on an ongoing basis. Here's a glimpse at how periodic reviews can look different with different types of clients. Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/38611525

The Worst Investors 10/12/2025

The Worst Investors If you take a close look at the worst investors in society, you’ll find some recurring traits and mistakes that show up a lot. Are you guilty of any of these? Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/38528630

Don’t Screw it Up! 10/05/2025

Don’t Screw it Up! You’ve made it! You’re retired. Now, let’s make sure you don’t screw it all up… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/38447725

Financial Myth Busting 09/27/2025

Financial Myth Busting Listen in as Eric debunks some common financial planning myths. Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/38358835

The Retirement Golf Course 09/21/2025

The Retirement Golf Course What can the game of golf teach us about retirement planning? Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/38268560

Famous Last Words 08/31/2025

Famous Last Words An engineer who helped build the Titanic said, “Even God himself could not sink this ship.” Oops. Let’s talk about some of the financial statements people make that often end up coming back to bite them… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/38006070

Harder Than it Looks 08/24/2025

Harder Than it Looks Some things in the financial world might seem simple from the outside but are actually pretty tough, while others look complicated but are easier than they appear. Tune in as we cover some examples! Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/37904695

Differences Between Advisors 08/17/2025

Differences Between Advisors In a world where almost everyone calls themselves a financial “advisor” or “planner,” it can be difficult to know what those titles actually mean. Let’s break down some of the key differences in financial advisor terminology. Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/37822330

Conventional Wisdom 08/10/2025

Conventional Wisdom Conventional Wisdom isn’t always so wise. Let’s discuss a few examples where financial conventional wisdom might lead you astray… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/37721410

Planning Your Vacation 08/02/2025

Planning Your Vacation It’s often said that the average person spends more time planning vacations than planning retirement. So we’re going to trick everyone into planning their retirement by pretending like we’re planning a vacation. Here’s a list of what we need to think about… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/37621510

The Retirement Restaurant 07/27/2025

The Retirement Restaurant What can we learn about investing from the restaurant industry? Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/37533375

Big Beautiful Bill: The Main Points 07/20/2025

Big Beautiful Bill: The Main Points The new tax bill is now law. And while most headlines are focused on politics, we’re focused on what it means for your retirement… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/37447890

Just Turned 62 06/22/2025

Just Turned 62 When most people think of milestone ages, they think of ages like 50, 60, 65, or 70. But turning 62 can also be a big milestone, and the decisions you make in that year can set the stage for many of your retirement plans. Let’s talk about some of the reasons it can be a milestone and questions you need to have answers to… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/37078005

Pain Points 06/15/2025

Pain Points When it comes to financial planning, everyone has a pain point — something that causes stress or uncertainty. These pain points vary from person to person, but they’re always there. Eric reflects on moments when he’s helped clients work through different challenges. Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/36977230

Doing Your Research 06/08/2025

Doing Your Research Everybody wants to feel informed about their options when they’re making financial decisions. Let’s discuss the ways that people inform themselves… Contact Information: Website: https://petersonfg.com/ Phone Number: 515-226-1500 /episode/index/show/b6755605-23b3-4a02-baa9-715e278cfe42/id/36865585

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