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Jim and Chris discuss listener questions on IRMAA brackets and several QLAC topics including RMD interaction, suitability, payout values, and purchase timing. (19:30) A listener wonders if their lower 2024 income will automatically reduce their 2026 IRMAA even though it doesn't qualify for an SS-44, or if they must contact the SSA.(25:15) George asks whether going above certain income thresholds in 2025 could keep IRMAA lower in 2027 because of inflation adjustments.(34:30) The guys weigh whether QLAC income, once it begins, can offset RMDs on other IRA holdings.(54:00) Georgette wants to know who is a good candidate for a QLAC, how it is purchased, and which features to consider.(1:05:00) A listener seeks guidance on determining early- and late-start payout values for a QLAC and whether those values are fixed or variable.(1:10:15) Jim and Chris consider whether buying a QLAC earlier leads to higher payments at the same deferral age and what factors affect purchase timing. The post IRMAA Brackets and QLACs: Q&A #2548 appeared first on The Retirement and IRA Show.

In this episode, Dr Elle Wadsworth talks to Dr Tim Mackey and Dr Doug Roehler. Tim is a professor in the Global Health Program at UC San Diego and the CEO and co-founder of S-3 Research, and Doug is the Cannabis Research Unit lead in the Department of Policy and Research for California's Department of Cannabis Control. The interview covers Tim and Doug's research article exploring the health benefit claims of cannabis products on online marketplaces in the United States. Why exploring health benefit claims on cannabis products was an important topic to investigate [01:20]What are cannabis-derived products? [03:07]What are the online marketplaces ‘Leafly' and ‘Weedmaps'? [03:35]Examples of health benefit claims [05:00]The main findings of the study [07:33]The cannabis regulatory environment in the US [10:20]The differences in health claims between different types of cannabis products [12:20]The methodology used in the study that brought together data scientists and public health researchers [14:11]The health claims that surprised Tim and Doug [18:31]About Elle Wadsworth: Elle is an academic fellow with the Society for the Study of Addiction. She is based at the University of Bath with the Addiction and Mental Health Group and her research interests include drug policy, cannabis legalisation, and public health. She has a BSc in Chemistry, an MSc in Addiction Studies, and a PhD in Public Health. About Tim Ken Mackey: Tim is a Professor in the Global Health Program at UC San Diego and the CEO and co-founder of S-3 Research, a public health data science company originally created from a Challenge.gov award. He is also the Director of the Global Health Policy and Data Institute and the Editor-in-Chief of JMIR Infodemiology. He has co-authored over 270 manuscripts on topics including global health, technology, data science, substance use disorder, and health policy. Dr Mackey is an entrepreneur and scientist working on technology innovation to address public health challenges. About Douglas Roehler: Doug leads the Cannabis Research Unit in the Department of Policy and Research for California's Department of Cannabis Control. Previously, he was a health scientist and epidemiologist in the Division of Overdose Prevention at the CDC, where he primarily served in the CDC's Cannabis Strategy Unit. He has published extensively on cannabis topics in peer-reviewed journals and governmental reports, appeared on national podcasts, and represented the CDC in the national media. He has published widely on several other topics, including injury prevention, drug overdose and substance use, youth prevention, syndromic surveillance, traffic crashes, and youth violence. Declarations of Interest: Tim Mackey is the CEO and co-founder of the company S-3 Research and holds equity/ownership in the company. S-3 Research is a small business that has received funding through government contracts and grants for professional and technology services including on topics related to substance use disorder.Original article: Exploratory analysis of United States-based cannabis product health benefit claims on online marketplaces https://doi.org/10.1111/add.70177The opinions expressed in this podcast reflect the views of the host and interviewees and do not necessarily represent the opinions or official positions of the SSA or Addiction journal.The SSA does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of the information in external sources or links and accepts no responsibility or liability for any consequences arising from the use of such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we interview Paul Morrison, an IRMAA-certified planner from Lincoln, Nebraska. They discuss the impact of IRMAA (Income Related Monthly Adjustment Amount) on retirees' Medicare premiums and Social Security benefits, highlighting how rising taxable income can trigger higher costs. Paul explains the complexities of IRMAA, the importance of proactive tax planning, and strategies like Roth conversions to minimize surcharges. The conversation also covers Medicare Advantage, the “widow's penalty,” and the need for better financial education. The episode blends personal stories with practical advice for navigating retirement's hidden tax challenges.(03:25) – From College Athletes to Retirees(04:10) – What Is IRMAA?(06:00) – The Tax Trigger(10:20) – How the Brackets Are Set(13:40) – Tax Planning & the SSA-44 Form(19:45) – Medicare Advantage & IRMAA(23:15) – Strategies to Reduce IRMAA(25:55) – The Widow's Penalty(29:06) - Long-Term Care, RMDs, and IRMA(31:21) - IRMA Certification Details(34:57) - Roth Conversions and Standard DeductionNEWSLETTER (WHAT NOW): https://substack.com/@9icapital?r=2eig6s&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-pageFollow Us: youtube: / @9icapLinkedin: / kevin-thompson-ricp%c2%ae-cfp%c2%ae-74964428facebook: / mlb2cfpBuy MLB2CFP Here: https://www.amazon.com/MLB-CFP%C2%AE-90-Feet-Counting-ebook/dp/B0BLJPYNS4Website: http://www.9icapitalgroup.comHit the subscribe button to get new content notifications.Corrections: Editing by http://SwoleNerdProductions.comDisclosure: https://sites.google.com/view/9idisclosure/disclosure

UNAM destaca en 19 áreas del ranking Shanghái  TIC, Medicina e Ingeniería las carreras mejor pagadas: IMCO  Bombardeo israelí en Beirut deja un muerto y 21 heridos  Más información en nuestro podcast

The Friday Five for November 21, 2025: Update on Telehealth Prescription Flexibilities Google Calendar Tasks Feature Medigap F, G & J Deductibles for 2026 Medigap K & L Out-of-Pocket Limits for 2026 Medicare Part A & B Premiums & Deductibles + MA, MAPD & Medicare Part D Premium Projections   Get Connected:

In this episode, Dr Tsen Vei Lim speaks to Dr Joshua Garfield, a research fellow at Monash University and Turning Point, Australia. The interview covers Joshua's research article on the efficacy of a personalised alcohol ‘approach bias modification' smartphone app in people accessing outpatient treatment for alcohol use disorders.What is ‘approach bias modification' [01:51]The smartphone app and how it works [04:30]The recruitment process of the randomised controlled trial [07:20]The key findings of the study [09:20]How did the participants of the study feel about using the app? [10:37]The implications of the study for practice [12:33]The next steps for this app and using the app in different populations [13:54]About Tsen Vei Lim: Tsen Vei is an academic fellow supported by the Society for the Study of Addiction, currently based at the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Cambridge. His research integrates computational modelling, experimental psychology, and neuroimaging to understand the neuropsychological basis of addictive behaviours. He holds a PhD in Psychiatry from the University of Cambridge (UK) and a BSc in Psychology from the University of Bath (UK).About Joshua Garfield: Joshua completed a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Psychology at the University of Tasmania in 2002, and then a PhD in Behavioural Neuroscience at the University of New South Wales in 2008, where he studied animal learning theory. Following a brief post-PhD role in depression research, he moved to Melbourne to work for Monash University at Turning Point, an addiction treatment, research, and workforce training institute. Since 2015, he has managed Turning Point's cognitive bias modification research program, led by Professor Victoria Manning.Original article: Efficacy of a personalised alcohol approach bias modification smartphone app in people accessing outpatient alcohol use disorder treatment: A randomised controlled trial https://doi.org/10.1111/add.70184The opinions expressed in this podcast reflect the views of the host and interviewees and do not necessarily represent the opinions or official positions of the SSA or Addiction journal.The SSA does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of the information in external sources or links and accepts no responsibility or liability for any consequences arising from the use of such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should I Use My Savings to Delay Collecting Social Security? Episode 358 – Deciding when to collect Social Security is one of the most important financial decisions you'll ever make. Make a mistake there and you'll pay for it—every month for the rest of your life. But what if you want to retire early? That doesn't mean you also need to collect early. A “bridge” strategy can be an important tool to get you through those years between giving up your job and collecting Social Security. It could make you much better off in the long run. More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes Transcript of Podcast Episode 358 Hello, this is Bill Rainaldi, with another edition of Security Mutual's SML Planning Minute. In today's episode, should I use an annuity or my savings to delay collecting Social Security? So, you're getting near that age. You want to retire when you reach age 65 and become eligible for Medicare, and you're almost there. How are you going to finance it? There's no doubt you're going to miss having a steady paycheck. Should you file early for your Social Security benefit? That will replace at least some of your lost paycheck. You'll need to start by taking a look at some numbers. Let's say that, according to your statement from the Social Security Administration, your “Primary Insurance Amount,” or the benefit you would get at Full Retirement Age, which is age 67, is $3,000 per month. But if you collect at 65, you're starting two years early. Your benefit would be permanently reduced to $2,550 before annual cost of living adjustments.[1] It’s the permanent part that causes concern. If you live to age 85, you're giving up $450 per month for the 18 years between 67 and 85. On the other hand, if you were to wait until age 70 to collect, you would get $3,720 per month. You'd have to forego the five years of benefits, but your retirement from age 70 on is likely to be a bit more comfortable. And “longevity risk”—in other words, the possibility of outliving your money—is one of the biggest issues people face in retirement. Waiting until 70 helps minimize it. So, which option is better? It would be an easy choice if you knew exactly how long you're going to live. But of course, none of us do. If you end up dying at age 71, you would have been better off collecting early. If you end up living well into your eighties, you'll have more money overall if you choose to wait. And then there's the issue of the Social Security Trust Funds. They're running out of money, and expected to go bankrupt in the year 2034. But that doesn't mean your payment will disappear. If nothing is done between now and then, all payments will be reduced by approximately 19 percent. [2] This has caused some people to collect early.[3] But there is a reasonable chance that the people in Washington will “fix” Social Security before any payments are reduced.[4] That's what they've always done in past.[5] No guarantees, of course, but it seems highly unlikely politicians will allow benefits to be dramatically reduced. So, getting back to our original issue, what if you've got a good life expectancy? It would probably be best to wait until age 70 to collect, but you're planning on retiring at age 65. How are you going to get by for those five years in between, when you no longer have a paycheck, but haven't started collecting your Social Security? This is where you may want to look at some sort of “bridge” strategy. Mitigating longevity risk is a good reason to implement a bridge strategy, but there's more. According to a recent study, if you have the money to implement a bridge strategy, you can also meaningfully raise your standard of living without increasing your chance of running out of money in retirement.[6] The increased monthly Social Security benefit helps provide a dependable stream of income for the recipient which can allow for greater flexibility with remaining savings and investments. There are several possibilities when it comes to getting through that gap. If you're worried about no longer having a steady paycheck, one popular option is to purchase an annuity to provide you with the income you need to get you from 65 to 70. It can certainly help alleviate your anxiety. A single-premium immediate annuity is something that tends to work well with a Social Security bridge strategy.[7] But you need to shop around. And for the purposes of bridging the gap, you can get an annuity with a specific term. A five-year annuity would work well with the example we are using here. The other main bridging alternative is to use some of your accumulated savings. In a recent study, actuary and retirement specialist Ken Steiner concluded that using accumulated savings for Social Security bridge strategies can work well if: You expect to live longer You have enough assets that you can fund your bridge payments relatively easily You want to bolster what he calls your “floor portfolios,” that is, your less risky investments, and… You have other assets which can be invested in more risky places.[8] In the end, the financial decisions you make in your 60's are likely to have a huge impact on the rest of your life and deciding when to collect Social Security is one of the most important of those decisions. Make a mistake there and you'll pay for it every month for the rest of your life. Like so many other things, deciding when to collect Social Security can be complicated. It's best to have a skilled and trusted professional by your side to help you avoid any pitfalls. Your Security Mutual Life insurance agent can help. Your Security Mutual Life insurance agent will assemble your team and coordinate with your attorney and tax professional to review your situation and to determine the insurance plan that will best suit your needs and objectives. [1] Social Security Administration. “Early or Late Retirement?” SSA.gov. https://www.ssa.gov/oact/quickcalc/early_late.html (accessed October 9, 2025). [2] Social Security Administration. “Social Security Board of Trustees: Projection for Combined Trust Funds One Year Sooner than Last Year.” SSA.gov. https://blog.ssa.gov/social-security-board-of-trustees-projection-for-combined-trust-funds-one-year-sooner-than-last-year/ (accessed October 9, 2025). [3] Steiner, Ken. “Should Your Clients Use Savings to Defer Social Security?” Advisorperspectives.com. https://www.advisorperspectives.com/articles/2025/08/19/should-clients-use-savings-defer-social-security? (accessed October 8, 2025). [4] Horsley, Scott. “Social Security benefits face big cuts in 2033, unless Congress acts.” NPR.org. https://www.npr.org/2025/06/18/nx-s1-5436828/social-security-benefits-cut-congress (accessed October 9, 2025). [5] Social Security Administration. “SUMMARY of P.L. 98-21, (H.R. 1900) Social Security Amendments of 1983-Signed on April 20, 1983.” SSA.gov. https://www.ssa.gov/history/1983amend.html (accessed October 9, 2025). [6] Manganaro, John. “This Social Security Strategy Gives Retirees More to Spend.” ThinkAdvisor.com. https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2025/09/03/this-social-security-claiming-strategy-reliably-lifts-retirement-income/ (accessed October 8, 2025). [7] Christian, Rachel. “How an annuity can help you delay Social Security and retire early.” Bankrate.com. https://www.bankrate.com/retirement/bridging-the-gap-to-social-security-with-an-annuity/ (accessed October 8, 2025). [8] Steiner, Ken. “Should Your Clients Use Savings to Defer Social Security?” Advisorperspectives.com. https://www.advisorperspectives.com/articles/2025/08/19/should-clients-use-savings-defer-social-security? (accessed October 8, 2025). More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes This podcast is brought to you by Security Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, The Company That Cares®. The content provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Information is provided in good faith. However, the Company makes no representation or warranty of any kind regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information. The information presented is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matter covered. It is not to serve as legal, tax or other financial advice related to individual situations, because each individual's legal, tax and financial situation is different. Specific advice needs to be tailored to your situation. Therefore, please consult with your own attorney, tax professional and/or other advisors regarding your specific situation. To help reach your goals, you need a skilled professional by your side. Contact your local Security Mutual life insurance advisor today. As part of the planning process, he or she will coordinate with your other advisors as needed to help you achieve your financial goals and objectives. For more information, visit us at SMLNY.com/SMLPodcast. If you've enjoyed this podcast, tell your friends about it. And be sure to give us a five-star review. And check us out on LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter. Thanks for listening, and we'll talk to you next time. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. The information presented is based on current interpretation of the laws. Neither Security Mutual nor its agents are permitted to provide tax or legal advice. The applicability of any strategy discussed is dependent upon the particular facts and circumstances. 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La SSA reporta un aumento del 17% en casos de sífilis en México  Se esperan chubascos en el Edomex y lluvias aisladas en la CDMXLa red social X reportó fallas a nivel mundialMás información en nuestro podcast

De 12 a 36 horas de arresto inconmutable a quien conduzca bajo los efectos del alcohol en el Edomex La SSA presentó dos mascotas oficiales de la salud que acompañarán las celebraciones del Mundial 2026 en MéxicoLa justicia argentina destituyó a la jueza Julieta Makintach del caso MaradonaMás información en uestro podcast

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Welcome to "Memory Lane" where I share short clips and previous full episodes from the South Shore Ave Catalogue. Reminiscing from some of my favorite moments in SSA history. I'm sharing the full episode of a classic interview which was released on Jan 3, 2020. Originally titled "#TheStoop EXCLUSIVE: An Alison Hinds Interview", I had the opportunity to have a fun convo with a Soca Icon & the Queen herself. We discussed the beginnings of her career, how Faluma unexpectedly exploded on the scene, the pressures of coming up with a big hit after the success of Raggamuffin, and so much more. So we're breaking out one of the classics for your ears. Please enjoy.    - Cal Cee   Guest Alison Hinds - Soca Legend. Simple & plain. 

In this episode, Dr Elle Wadsworth talks to Dr Phong Thai, an Associate Professor at Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences, Australia. The interview covers Phong's research article on a wastewater study measuring illegal drug use in Hanoi, Vietnam, to determine the feasibility of conducting wastewater analysis in a low-income country.Note: The acronym ‘UNODC' used in this episode stands for the ‘United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime'. Why looking at illegal drug use in Vietnam is important [01:07]Wastewater analysis and its utility in a low-income country [02:00]The biomarkers of focus [03:55]Why the authors chose Hanoi, Vietnam, to pilot wastewater analysis in South East Asia [05:38]Vietnam's location and relation to drug trafficking in South East Asia [07:12]The Golden Triangle [08:22]The main findings of the study [08:48]Ketamine's rise in popularity in Vietnam [10:16]The impact of COVID-19 on the consumption of drugs in Vietnam [11:18]Why are synthetic drugs becoming more popular? [12:30]The feasibility of conducting wastewater analysis in a low-income country [13:33]The take-home messages of the study [15:34]About Elle Wadsworth: Elle is an academic fellow with the Society for the Study of Addiction. She is based at the University of Bath with the Addiction and Mental Health Group and her research interests include drug policy, cannabis legalisation, and public health.About Phong Thai: Phong is an ARC Mid-Career Industry Fellow and Associate Professor at Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences (QAEHS). His research focus involves the expansion of wastewater-based epidemiological approach to estimate community consumption and exposure to a range of legal and illegal substances (including tobacco and alcohol) and pharmaceuticals, as well as the monitoring of community infection to COVID-19 during the last pandemic. He is a member of the team who manage the National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Program in Australia and has helped pioneering wastewater drug monitoring in several countries.Original article: Significant changes in preference of illicit drug use in a population of Hanoi, Vietnam – A 6-year wastewater study (2018–2023) https://doi.org/10.1111/add.70147The opinions expressed in this podcast reflect the views of the host and interviewees and do not necessarily represent the opinions or official positions of the SSA or Addiction journal.The SSA does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of the information in external sources or links and accepts no responsibility or liability for any consequences arising from the use of such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Marin Broadbent-Bell, alumni coordinator at Community Matters, to the Restorative Works! Podcast for this special series titled Matters that Restore Community in partnership with Community Matters. Community Matters is an internationally recognized, innovative, and thought-leading organization committed to improving the social-emotional climate of schools and communities. Founded in 1996, Community Matters has evolved from its roots in youth development and bullying prevention to become a respected provider of training, consulting, and programs delivered through its whole school climate framework. Community Matters has empowered more than 170,000 students and served over 2,100 schools across 42 states, the District of Columbia, as well as Guam, Paraguay, Japan, Puerto Rico, and Canada. Marin shares his story, beginning in sixth grade when he joined the Safe School Ambassadors (SSA) program, a student-led initiative that empowers young people to prevent mistreatment and promote belonging. Nearly a decade later, Marin walks us through how the skills he learned as a middle schooler continue to guide his life and leadership today. Through personal stories and reflection, Marin explores what it means to "start with ourselves" when creating safer communities. He recalls transformative moments from the SSA training that reveal the shared humanity behind every story. With over nine years of experience with Community Matters, Marin began his journey as a Safe School Ambassador in 6th grade, demonstrating a deep commitment to fostering positive school climates from a young age. Following high school, he completed two internships with the organization, gaining hands-on experience in program development before stepping into his current role. Driven by a passion for community building and meaningful connection. Marin continues to dedicate his work to creating safer, more inclusive environments in schools and beyond. Tune in to learn more about Community Matters and consider that the seeds we plant in youth grow into the roots of resilient, compassionate communities. After the interview, stay tuned to hear from current and former Safe School Ambassadors as they reflect on their experience!

Jump in the time machine with us as we travel back circa 2005 for the first Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, the debut of Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, two new Med Supp plans, and more!   Read the text version   Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Resources: 4 Ways PlanEnroll Will Make This Your Best AEP Yet 4 Reasons Why Ritter Insurance Marketing Should Be Your FMO Insurance Agency 5 Medicare Myths Your Clients May Believe 10 Tips to Submitting an Error-Free Medicare Enrollment Application 2026 Medicare Part D Bid Info Likely Means Higher Premiums & Plan Disruption — Here's Why A Review of Integrity's Top Medicare Quoting Tools How Insurance Agents Can Use AI Tools How Storytelling Helps Agents Quickly Connect with Clients ft. Don Connelly IntegrityCONNECT & PlanEnroll FAQs Register with RitterIM.com Risk Adjustment & Finding Value Beyond Coding Changes ft. Dr. Shannon Decker The Future of Medicare Part D: The Push Toward MAPD The Ultimate Agent Resource List Pt. 3: Staying Organized   References: “2005 CMS Statistics.” Cms.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/research-statistics-data-and-systems/statistics-trends-and-reports/medicaremedicaidstatsupp/downloads/2005_cms_statisticspdf. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025. “2025 Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 8 Nov. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/2025-medicare-parts-b-premiums-and-deductibles. 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Accessed 21 Oct. 2025. “K & L Out-of-Pocket Limits Announcements.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/medicare/health-drug-plans/medigap/k-l-out-of-pocket-limits-announcements. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025. “Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Programs to Remain Stable as CMS Implements Improvements to the Programs in 2025.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 27 Sept. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/medicare-advantage-and-medicare-prescription-drug-programs-remain-stable-cms-implements-improvements. Freed, Meredith, et al.  “Medicare Advantage 2025 Spotlight: A First Look at Plan Offerings.” KFF.Org, KFF, 9 Aug. 2025, www.kff.org/medicare/medicare-advantage-2025-spotlight-a-first-look-at-plan-offerings/. Freed, Meredith, Jeannie Fugleston Biniek, et al. “Medicare Advantage 2025 Spotlight: A First Look at Plan Premiums and Benefits.” KFF.Org, KFF, 9 Aug. 2025, www.kff.org/medicare/medicare-advantage-2025-spotlight-a-first-look-at-plan-premiums-and-benefits/. “Medicare Part B Immunosuppressive Drug Benefit.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/partbid-provider. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025. “Medicare Demonstration to Transition Enrollment of Low Income Subsidy Beneficiaries .” Cms.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 8 June 2006, www.cms.gov/Medicare/Prescription-Drug-Coverage/PrescriptionDrugCovContra/Downloads/MemoLTCContracting_060806.pdf. “Medicare Part B Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount.” Federalregister.Gov, Federal Register, www.federalregister.gov/documents/2006/10/27/E6-17690/medicare-part-b-income-related-monthly-adjustment-amount. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025. 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Accessed 21 Oct. 2025. “The next Generation of Medicare Beneficiaries - Chapter 2.” Medpac.Gov, Medpac.gov, www.medpac.gov/wp-content/uploads/import_data/scrape_files/docs/default-source/reports/chapter-2-the-next-generation-of-medicare-beneficiaries-june-2015-report-.pdf. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025. Crowder, Courtney. “Throwback: Pop Culture Trends of 2005.” Usatoday.Com, USA Today, 30 July 2015, www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/2015/07/30/pop-culture-trends/30739417/. “Update to Medicare Deductible, Coinsurance and Premium Rates for 2006.” Cms.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Transmittals/downloads/R31GI.pdf. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025. “Variation and Trends in Medigap Premiums.” Aspe.Hhs.Gov, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, aspe.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_legacy_files/43721/index.pdf. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025. 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In this episode of The CX Tipping Point Podcast, Martha Dorris sits down with Frank Bisignano, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA) and newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).Commissioner Bisignano shares his remarkable career journey, from leading major financial institutions to overseeing operations during the 9/11 attacks, and how those experiences shaped his approach to public service. In his new dual roles at SSA and the IRS, he underscores his commitment to modernization, technology, and customer experience, focusing on how to effectively lead two of the largest organizations that touch nearly every American.Throughout the conversation, he discusses his management philosophy, the importance of technology as an enabler, and his dedication to employee growth and development. He also reflects on his recent letter marking the 90th anniversary of the SSA, highlighting the agency's modernization priorities and renewed focus on serving the public.The discussion explores the Digital First agenda at SSA, which aims to enable 200 million Americans to transact digitally, while still ensuring that services remain accessible by phone and through field offices for those who need them.Tune in to hear more about:His perspective on the depth and diversity of SSA's customersHow he measures success in modern government service deliveryKey improvements and successes already underway at SSAIt was an honor to speak with Commissioner Bisignano, stay tuned, he's already requested a follow-up conversation in six months!Thank you for listening to this episode of The CX Tipping Point Podcast! If you enjoyed it, please consider subscribing, rating, and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your support helps us reach more listeners! Stay Connected: Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: @DorrisConsultingInternational Twitter: @DorrisConsultng Facebook: @DCInternational Resources Mentioned: Citizen Services Newsletter 2024 Service to the Citizen Awards Nomination Form

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Ryan launches a multi-part series, Twisted Passions, addressing homosexuality and same-sex attraction from a biblical framework. He establishes why pastors should clearly preach what Scripture says while also equipping the church to counsel and care for strugglers, and he outlines upcoming topics: Is this sin “different,” are people “born this way,” and how do we raise kids in a sexualized culture? The aim is clarity, compassion, and confident hope in Christ for real victory.Topics DiscussedWhy churches must preach plainly on homosexuality (OT & NT texts)Common progressive rebuttals and why they don't hold up biblically (e.g., “love = affirmation,” misuse of John 8)Word study: ἀρσενοκοίτης and Paul's clarity in 1 Cor 6 / 1 Tim 1Beyond the pulpit: moving from denunciation to discipleship and counseling in the local churchShepherding kids in a perverted culture; building a proactive family planInviting listener questions/testimonies for future episodesKey TakeawaysScripture speaks clearly; pastors should, too—without hatred or compromise.“Love the sinner; hate the sin” isn't a cliché—Jesus says, “Go and sin no more.”Paul's terminology intentionally names male-with-male practice; it isn't vague.Churches must pair clear preaching with hands-on help for real people.Parents need an intentional, early plan to disciple children amid cultural lies.Ready to download the Cord App? Find it here!Download the Satisfied Battle Plan or listen to the rest of the series here!Satisfied is a monthly program on the Thee Generation Podcast designed to offer practical tools based on biblical principles so that anyone can experience full purity and lead others to do the same. To ask questions or share testimonies, send an email to satisfied@theegeneration.org.   If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

Every Medicare client has their own unique situation and needs. Learn how to best assist them with 5 more insurance sales scenarios!   Read the text version   Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.   Resources: 3 Essential Steps New Insurance Agents Need to Take 4 Ancillary Cross-Sales to Show Clients You Care 4 Out-Of-the-Box Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions 5 Must-Haves for Every Agent This AEP 5 Real-Life Medicare Sales Scenarios & How to Handle Them Agent Survival Guide Podcast Do's and Don'ts of Medicare Compliance How to Prepare for AEP like a Pro How VA Benefits Work with Medicare Life Insurance for Each of Life's Stages Meet Your Ritter Sales Team Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Educational Event Rules for Hosting a Compliant Medicare Sales Event Surviving AEP Resources The Survivor's AEP Checklist The Complete Guide on How to Sell Final Expense Insurance FREE eBook DOWNLOAD Your Clients May Not Be Automatically Enrolled in Medicare   References: “Agent of Record.” Insuranceopedia, 14 Jan. 2025, https://www.insuranceopedia.com/definition/674/agent-of-record.  “Avoid Late Enrollment Penalties.” Medicare, https://www.medicare.gov/basics/costs/medicare-costs/avoid-penalties. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025. “Cobra and Medicare Coordination.” Medicare Interactive, 31 Mar. 2025, https://www.medicareinteractive.org/understanding-medicare/coordinating-medicare-with-other-insurance/cobra-and-medicare/cobra-and-medicare-coordination. “How Medicare Works with Other Insurance.” Medicare, https://www.medicare.gov/health-drug-plans/coordination. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025. “Job-Based Insurance When You Are Disabled.” Medicare Interactive, 23 Mar. 2025, https://www.medicareinteractive.org/understanding-medicare/coordinating-medicare-with-other-insurance/job-based-insurance-and-medicare/job-based-insurance-when-you-are-disabled. “Medicare Information.” SSA, https://www.ssa.gov/disabilityresearch/wi/medicare.htm. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025. “Tricare for Life (Tfl) Basics.” Medicare Interactive, 23 Mar. 2025, https://www.medicareinteractive.org/understanding-medicare/coordinating-medicare-with-other-insurance/military-retiree-insurance-and-medicare/tricare-for-life-tfl-basics.   Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance     Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel  Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/   Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.

Retirement planning is an ever-evolving process, and staying informed about changes to Social Security, Medicare, and tax limits is crucial to making the most of your golden years. On this episode of Retire with Ryan, I'm sharing important updates on the 2026 Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA), projected changes to Medicare Part B premiums, and strategies for managing income in retirement.  The newly announced cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026 will see benefit checks rise by 2.8%. I break down how the yearly adjustments are calculated, why they matter for seniors, and the impact of inflation on Social Security. I also discuss the expected jump in Medicare Part B premiums, what IRMAA means for higher-income retirees, and important changes to the Social Security wage base and retirement earnings limits.  Whether you're thinking about when to start your benefits or you want to strategize your retirement income, this episode will give you practical tips and resources to help you make the most of your retirement planning.  You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... [00:00] Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). [02:54] COLA trends and historical adjustments. [04:48] Social Security benefit updates. [10:56] Social Security earnings limit explained. [11:56] Social Security and Medicare updates. What to Expect from Social Security COLA for 2026 After a brief delay caused by a government shutdown, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that benefit checks will rise by 2.8% beginning January 2026. This increase is slightly higher than last year's 2.5% and a bit less than the 2024 bump of 3.2%. While not the largest adjustment in history, any increase helps seniors keep pace with the rising costs of essentials like groceries, taxes, and insurance. How is COLA Calculated? SSA bases COLA changes on the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W), specifically by comparing the average index for each month in the third quarter of one year to the same period in the previous year. Since 1972, this approach has pegged benefit adjustments to actual inflation, providing a more predictable and timely increase for beneficiaries. Beneficiaries will receive details about their new benefit amounts in early December. Medicare Part B Premiums The base premium for Medicare Part B is predicted to rise from $185 to approximately $206.50 per month in 2026, a significant increase of roughly 11.6%. Final figures will be released later, but even preliminary estimates suggest a noticeable impact, especially for fixed-income retirees. Income Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) may add further costs to your Medicare premiums if your income exceeds certain thresholds. For 2026, your IRMAA status will be determined by your 2024 tax return, due to a two-year lag in income reporting. Higher earners could see premiums up to $443.90 per month, so it's critical to strategize IRA distributions and capital gains to avoid unnecessary surcharges. If your financial situation changes, such as a recent retirement, you may appeal IRMAA charges using Form SSA-44. Ryan Morrissey recommends reviewing prior episodes and his blog for more on appealing IRMAA. Social Security Taxes and Retirement Income Limits The maximum wage base for Social Security taxes will jump to $184,500 in 2026 (up from $176,100), meaning any income above this threshold won't be subject to Social Security tax.  Retirees collecting Social Security before full retirement age must monitor their earned income. For 2026, the limit rises to $24,480. Earnings above this cut-off will reduce your Social Security benefit by $1 for every $2 earned. Once you reach your full retirement year, the earnings limit increases sharply to $65,160, and after your birthday, there's no limit. The latest updates to Social Security and Medicare reflect ongoing efforts to help retirees keep pace with inflation and evolving economic conditions. Successful retirement isn't just about knowing the numbers, it's about strategizing your income to minimize taxes, avoid excess premiums, and maximize your benefits.  Resources Mentioned Retirement Readiness Review Subscribe to the Retire with Ryan YouTube Channel Download my entire book for FREE Connect With Morrissey Wealth Management  www.MorrisseyWealthManagement.com/contact   Subscribe to Retire With Ryan

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In this episode, Dr Tsen Vei Lim talks to Zachary Bryant, a PhD candidate at the Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, University of Sydney, Australia. The interview covers Zachary's research report on the relationship between MDMA (or ecstasy) use in youth adulthood and anxiety or depressive disorders in later adult life. The effects of MDMA [1:20]The prevalence of MDMA use and reasons why people take it [02:00]The relevance of MDMA for depression and anxiety [03:05]The use of the Victorian Adolescent Health Cohort Study to answer Zachary's research question [04:17]The key findings of the study [06:50]Some reasons to explain the relationship found between MDMA use and anxiety but not depression [07:43]The self-medication hypothesis [10:04]The implication of the findings for clinical practice [11:02]The importance of replicating the findings in different cohorts and with more recent data [14:03] About Tsen Vei Lim: Tsen Vei is an academic fellow supported by the Society for the Study of Addiction, currently based at the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Cambridge. His research integrates computational modelling, experimental psychology, and neuroimaging to understand the neuropsychological basis of addictive behaviours. He holds a PhD in Psychiatry from the University of Cambridge (UK) and a BSc in Psychology from the University of Bath (UK). About Zachary Bryant: Zachary is a PhD candidate and research officer at the University of Sydney's Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use. His doctoral research examines the relationship between MDMA (ecstasy) use and mood, with a focus on implications for therapeutic applications. More broadly, his work explores the epidemiology of psychedelic use and applies advanced causal approaches to substance use research. He is particularly interested in emerging data collection and analysis methods, including intensive longitudinal designs such as Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA).The authors have no conflicts of interest to disclose. Original article: The relationship between 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) use in young adulthood and anxiety or depressive disorders in the mid-30s: Findings from the Victorian Adolescent Health Cohort Study - https://doi.org/10.1111/add.70173The opinions expressed in this podcast reflect the views of the host and interviewees and do not necessarily represent the opinions or official positions of the SSA or Addiction journal.The SSA does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of the information in external sources or links and accepts no responsibility or liability for any consequences arising from the use of such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This just in! Social Security announced the Cost of Living Adjustment for 2026. Listen on the ASG podcast for the official numbers and how the COLA increase impacts your clients.   Read the text version  

In this episode, Dr Elle Wadsworth talks to Dr Albert Burgess-Hull, the Scientific Director of SUDx and Head Data Scientist at MATClinics, US. The interview covers a short report examining treatment retention in opioid use disorder comparing subcutaneous injectable versus sublingual buprenorphine. · What is buprenorphine and what it is used for? [01:00]· The benefits and drawbacks of sublingual versus subcutaneous injectable buprenorphine [01:38]· An overview of the study [04:41]· Statistically matching sublingual buprenorphine patients with subcutaneous injectable buprenorphine patients [06:05]· The main findings of the study [08:34]· The contrast of Albert's findings with findings in previous literature [10:03]· The implications of the findings for clinicians [12:28]· The take home messages of the study [14:03]About Elle Wadsworth: Elle is an academic fellow with the Society for the Study of Addiction. She is based at the University of Bath with the Addiction and Mental Health Group and her research interests include drug policy, cannabis legalisation, and public health. Elle is also a senior analyst at RAND Europe, working on projects focusing on national and international drug policies. About Albert Burgess-Hull: Albert is an addiction scientist and machine-learning researcher, and is currently the Scientific Director of SUDx and Head Data Scientist at MATClinics. His research focuses on the development and deployment of digital health frameworks to improve medical decision-making, operational efficiency, and the delivery of substance use disorder treatments. Dr Burgess-Hull received his PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and completed postdoctoral fellowship training at the National Institute on Drug Abuse IRP at the National Institutes of Health. Declarations of interest: Dr Burgess-Hull is employed by MATClinics Services LLC. MATClinics are clinics serving outpatient treatment for opioid, alcohol and stimulant use. Original article: A comparative study of treatment retention in opioid use disorder: Subcutaneous injectable versus sublingual buprenorphine https://doi.org/10.1111/add.70105 The opinions expressed in this podcast reflect the views of the host and interviewees and do not necessarily represent the opinions or official positions of the SSA or Addiction journal.The SSA does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of the information in external sources or links and accepts no responsibility or liability for any consequences arising from the use of such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A foreign threat actor breached a key U.S. nuclear weapons manufacturing site. The cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover is the most financially damaging cyber incident in UK history. A new report from Microsoft' warns that AI is reshaping cybersecurity at an unprecedented pace. The ToolShell vulnerability fuels Chinese cyber operations across four continents. Fake browser updates are spreading RansomHub, LockBit, and data-stealing malware. Hackers deface LA Metro bus stop displays. A Spyware developer is warned by Apple of a mercenary spyware attack. Pwn2Own payouts proceed. Ben Yelin from University of Maryland Center for Cyber Health and Hazard Strategies on a Federal Whistle Blower from the SSA. When the cloud goes down, beds heat up.  Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Today we are joined by Ben Yelin from University of Maryland Center for Cyber Health and Hazard Strategies on a Federal Whistle Blower from the SSA. If you enjoyed Ben's conversation, be sure to check out more from him over on the Caveat Podcast. 2025 Microsoft Digital Defense Report To learn more about the 2025 Microsoft Digital Defense Report, join our partners on The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast. On today's episode, host Sherrod DeGrippo is joined by Chloé Messdaghi and Crane Hassold to unpack the key findings of the 2025 Microsoft Digital Defense Report; a comprehensive look at how the cyber threat landscape is accelerating through AI, automation, and industrialized criminal networks. You can listen to new episodes of The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast every other Wednesday on your favorite podcast app. Selected Reading Foreign hackers breached a US nuclear weapons plant via SharePoint flaws (CSO Online) JLR hack is costliest cyber attack in UK history, say analysts (BBC) Microsoft 2025 digital defense report flags rising AI-driven threats, forces rethink of traditional defenses (Industrial Cyber) The New Frontlines of Cybersecurity: Lessons from the 2025 Digital Defense Report (The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast)   Sharepoint ToolShell attacks targeted orgs across four continents (Bleeping Computer) SocGholish Malware Using Compromised Sites to gDeliver Ransomware (Hackread) LA Metro digital signs taken over by hackers (KTLA) Apple alerts exploit developer that his iPhone was targeted with government spyware (TechCrunch) Hackers Earn Over $520,000 on First Day of Pwn2Own Ireland 2025 (SecurityWeek) AWS crash causes $2,000 Smart Beds to overheat and get stuck upright (Dexerto) Share your feedback. What do you think about CyberWire Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show. Want to hear your company in the show? N2K CyberWire helps you reach the industry's most influential leaders and operators, while building visibility, authority, and connectivity across the cybersecurity community. Learn more at sponsor.thecyberwire.com. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of The Market Moment, Matt, Isaac, and John dive into one of the most frequently asked questions by retirees and near-retirees: How is Social Security calculated? They break down the AIME (Average Indexed Monthly Earnings), PIA (Primary Insurance Amount), and the role of inflation-adjusted earnings in determining your Social Security benefits. Whether you're deciding when to claim Social Security or how working longer could affect your retirement income, this discussion provides clarity on a confusing topic — and directs listeners to helpful tools like SSA.gov.

Three Choices, S. Michael Wilcox, Ph D. ACU Sunday Series Watch this speech at- https://youtu.be/oYrQ0lntsCo?si=yMyvVTf1DKR0sr59 North Star International 3.84K subscribers 1,405 views May 21, 2025 SALT LAKE CITY For all my life I have been presented with the multiple challenges experienced by families and individuals who wrestle with SSA as my father was gay. He made three critical choices during his life that impacted his and our family's lives. It is my hope that our story will connect and give comfort to, hope, and encouragement to all. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------   For over 10 ACU shows from our archives on the Atonement of Jesus Christ visit- https://acupodcast.podbean.com/?s=atonement   From ACU- For Come Follow Me lesson manual and materials visit- Come, Follow Me For Individuals and Families: New Testament 2023 https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-individuals-and-families-new-testament-2023?lang=eng   For a list of 100+ episodes of ACU Sunday Series visit- https://www.podbean.com/site/search/index?kdsowie31j4k1jlf913=85cb8104bdb182c048b714ad4385f9e82a3aeb49&v=ACU+Sunday+Series+ Note- Click on “100 Episodes Found” in upper right corner.   For many different Podcasts based on the ‘Come Follow Me' program visit- https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=come+follow+me+   Subscribe to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for the latest videos: http://bit.ly/1M0iPwY Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/churchofjesu... 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It has been updated and refreshed to better cope with the challenges and temptations of our day. The new version of For the Strength of Youth is available online in 50 different languages and will also be available in print. It will be a significant help for making choices in your life. Please embrace it as your own and share it with your friends. This new version of For the Strength of Youth is subtitled A Guide for Making Choices. To be very clear, the best guide you can possibly have for making choices is Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ is the strength of youth. So the purpose of For the Strength of Youth is to point you to Him. It teaches you eternal truths of His restored gospel—truths about who you are, who He is, and what you can accomplish with His strength. It teaches you how to make righteous choices based on those eternal truths.13 It's also important to know what For the Strength of Youth does not do. It doesn't make decisions for you. 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The complexity of Social Security calculations can cause some confusion around when someone eligible should file and claim their benefit. There are a lot of variables to consider and acronyms to decipher that can make Social Security feel like a confusing hedge maze. Let's cut through some of the noise and clarify some of the most pressing questions around Social Security benefits and what questions you need to consider to determine what's best for you and your family. Social Security has many layers, and the concept of eligibility can be pretty complex. It's not always clear when and how someone should begin taking their benefits because being eligible doesn't necessarily mean you should turn that benefit on. Social Security benefits can be turned on as early as age 62. Each year the benefit is delayed, you receive what is called a delayed retirement credit or DRC. These DRCs guarantee an automatic 8% increase in your Social Security benefit every year you delay up to age 70. There is also your full retirement age. This is the age when you are eligible to receive the full benefit without any offset for having earned income. Earned income being income from employment, which is different from income received from investments, pensions or annuities. For those born in 1960, or later, your FRA is age 67. Benefits are calculated by the Social Security Administration by taking 35 years of earnings that are indexed for inflation. Any years you didn't work are counted as a zero in your average earnings calculation. These annual amounts are then totaled and divided by four and 20 months to arrive at the monthly figure known as your average indexed monthly earning. This number is different from your benefit amount. The SSA then applies a formula to that number which determines your primary insurance amount or PIA and this is your monthly Social Security benefit. If you choose to take your benefit before your FRA while employed, there's an offset that can significantly reduce the benefit if your income exceeds $21,240 in 2023. This reduction is $1 for every $2 of earned income over the limit. In the year you reach your FRA, the limit increases to $56,520 in 2023, with a benefit reduction of $1 for every $3 of earned income over the limit. After you've reached your FRA there's no earning limits and you receive the full benefit with no income offsets. Provisional income comes into play after your benefits are activated. Your provisional income is calculated by taking your adjusted gross income plus half of your Social Security benefit. If that total is less than $25,000, your Social Security benefit is not subject to federal tax. If it is  above 25,000, but below 34,000, 50% of the benefit is taxed, and if it's above 34,000, 85% of the benefit is taxed. If you're a government employee, there's something called a Windfall Elimination Provision, or WEP. And there's also a Government Pension Offset, or GPO. There are three common conversations we have with clients when it comes to Social Security. The first thing is determining the breakeven point. One method for deciding when to take Social Security benefits involves calculating the breakeven point, this is the future point in time when the value of one option equals that of another. For example, if your FRA benefit is $2,000 a month, and $1,400 at age 62, there's a $600 a month difference. When compared to waiting the five years and taking the full amount, the breakeven point would be 11.6 years. Something else to keep in mind is that by taking a benefit early, you reduce the amount of spousal benefit made available since the benefit in and of itself has been reduced and this could be an important consideration. The second consideration relates to one's health and longevity. If you don't expect to live past that breakeven point, taking the benefit early might make more sense. From this perspective, it could be a win-win situation if they start receiving benefits early and they live longer than expected because the payments continue. We can't know our lifespan for certain, but if you're in poor health, taking benefits early might be a reasonable option. The third consideration involves a person's retirement income requirement. Many clients we work with see Social Security simply as a piece of the retirement income strategy, and aren't necessarily concerned with breakeven points as much as they are with maximizing their assets and the resources. Many clients opt to turn their Social Security benefits on instead of tapping into their assets in order to maintain growth. Using assets to generate income in retirement also comes with variables that are hard to predict, like the conditions of the stock market and economic policy. Social Security, in comparison, is stable and easy to predict. Figuring out your retirement income requires careful planning, which is why it's crucial to work with a professional that understands Social Security and its role in your retirement plan.     Mentioned in this episode: BrianSkrobonja.com Common Sense Financial Podcast on YouTube  Common Sense Financial Podcast on Spotify BrianSkrobonja.com/Resources - Free Resources To Help You Protect Your Financial Future Common Sense: YOUR Guide to Making Smart Choices with YOUR Money by Brian Skrobonja SSA.gov   References for this episode: SSA.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/agereduction.html SSA.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/delayret.html SSA.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/agereduction.html SSA.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/whileworking.html SSA.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/whileworking.html SSA.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/taxes.html   Securities offered only by duly registered individuals through Madison Avenue Securities, LLC. (MAS), Member FINRA & SIPC. 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Jim and Chris discuss a listener PSA on estimating early retirement benefits, followed by questions on Social Security benefit calculations and reductions, HSA held annuities, and IRA annuity pro rata rule application.(14:45) George shares a PSA explaining how to input future earnings on the SSA site to better estimate early retirement benefits.(25:15) A listener asks […] The post Social Security, HSA Held Annuities, IRA Annuities: Q&A #2541 appeared first on The Retirement and IRA Show.

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In this special episode, Melissa and Josh reflect on a big moment: being featured on the cover of Modern Storage Media's October issue!

Chalked Cast and chill with the Chalked Squad - Support this podcast: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chalked-cast/support⁠TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro, NRG winning Worlds2:32 - Where has CJ been? Johnny ignores a fan, Garrett broke a record?10:45 - Worlds Recap, NRG being World Champions14:21 - Worlds Play-ins and Group Stage recap27:35 - Worlds Playoffs recap54:47 - Do we need to change the Grand Final Format?1:03:13 - The Transfer Window, Dralii to Falcons, Trk511 to Twisted Minds1:15:52 - Stizzy to Vitality, Juicy to Karmine Corp, AppJack and Seikoo to Geekay1:29:15 - MENA Roster recap , M0nkeyM00n to Twisted Minds, New Gentle Mates roster, EU rumoured rosters 1:37:33 - NA Rosters, Firstkiller LJ Kofyr to Shopify Rebellion, New SSG and GenG Rosters, Retals retires 1:55:39 - Should pro players be allowed in CRL?1:59:13 - SAM, OCE, APAC and SSA roster recaps2:06:12 - Outro / What to look forward to next week!

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Senate Democrats are charging the Department of Government Efficiency is putting federal data at risk at the Social Security Administration, the General Services Administration and the Office of Personnel Management. In a new report, Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), ranking member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, says staff investigations and whistleblower accounts show how DOGE personnel are working without any accountability to agency leadership, Congressional oversight or the public. For example, Peters says despite an SSA risk assessment warning of an up to a 65% chance of catastrophic breach, the data remains in systems without any verified security controls. Peters called on SSA, GSA and OPM to immediately halt DOGE operations and access to information systems given the risk of a serious data breach.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Click On Picture To See Larger PictureThe EU is experiencing inflation, layoffs and construction is shrinking, the fake news is trying to make it seem like everything is fine. Trump is now placing tariffs on trucks starting Nov 1.Oil will be dropping.Inflation holding steady for the holidays. New position created in the IRS, restructuring coming. Our Founding Fathers warned us. The [DS]/Swamp is fighting back. They are now in the process of forming an insurrection against the US. The enemy is doing what they do best, never interfere with the enemy while they are in the process of destroying themselves. Trump is bring them down the path to destruction. The people are behind him. It had to be this way.   Economy Eurozone Construction Keeps Shrinking As Orders And Jobs Fall Construction activity, new orders, and jobs in France and Germany took another hit in September, while Italy stood out with rare gains—but cost pressures and weak demand still weigh heavily across the region.   Construction activity across the eurozone slumped again last month, with the HCOB Construction PMI falling to 46.0—showing continued declines in major markets like France and Germany, even though Italy bucked the trend with rare growth. What does this mean? Eurozone builders are having a rough ride. September saw new orders tumble in both France and Germany, dragging down residential and commercial construction to their lowest points in months. Layoffs are picking up in these countries as firms react to thin pipelines and soft demand. On Source:  finimize.com  (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");    https://twitter.com/SecScottBessent/status/1975185265283981527   of driving growth and efficiency in the private and now public sector. Under his leadership at SSA delivering on President Trump's agenda, he has already made important and substantial progress. We are pleased that he will bring this expertise to the IRS as we sharpen our focus on collections, privacy, and customer service in order to deliver better outcomes for hardworking Americans.   The IRS was created in 1913 to go right along with the creation of the Federal Reserve.  We are borrowing a private corporation currency, since we are borrowing it there is interest attached to it. How do you collect the interest on the money, how do you make sure nobody is ripping off the private corporation, you need an enforcer.  The IRS.    Internal vs External Revunue The newly created position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for Frank Bisignano involves the following key duties and responsibilities, as outlined in the official Treasury Department announcement: Reporting directly to Acting IRS Commissioner Scott Bessent. Managing the overall IRS organization. Overseeing all day-to-day IRS operations. the newly created CEO position for Frank Bisignano appears designed to facilitate restructuring and modernization efforts at the IRS, drawing on his extensive background in corporate transformations, mergers, and efficiency drives.Key Indications from Official Sources

Murder for Social Security Or Humane Help? The Shocking Lorenz Kraus LIVE TV Confession! Follow the money — and sometimes you find a killer. In this Hidden Killers Live segment, we explore how what began as a Social Security fraud probe spiraled into a double homicide investigation when investigators uncovered the bodies of Franz and Theresia Kraus in their backyard. For years, their son, Lorenz Kraus, told neighbors they had moved to Germany. Meanwhile, he continued collecting their government benefits — until a welfare check by SSA triggered a police search at 6 Crestwood Court. What followed: Two bodies buried behind the house A bizarre on-camera confession at CBS6 Murder charges, and zero remorse We dig into the financial motive behind the murder, why these crimes are alarmingly common, and how digital benefit systems make it easier to hide the dead — until the paper trail gives way. If you want to understand how murder and money intertwine — and how a bureaucratic audit unraveled a seven-year deception — this is the story.

Murder for Social Security Or Humane Help? The Shocking Lorenz Kraus LIVE TV Confession! Follow the money — and sometimes you find a killer. In this Hidden Killers Live segment, we explore how what began as a Social Security fraud probe spiraled into a double homicide investigation when investigators uncovered the bodies of Franz and Theresia Kraus in their backyard. For years, their son, Lorenz Kraus, told neighbors they had moved to Germany. Meanwhile, he continued collecting their government benefits — until a welfare check by SSA triggered a police search at 6 Crestwood Court. What followed: Two bodies buried behind the house A bizarre on-camera confession at CBS6 Murder charges, and zero remorse We dig into the financial motive behind the murder, why these crimes are alarmingly common, and how digital benefit systems make it easier to hide the dead — until the paper trail gives way. If you want to understand how murder and money intertwine — and how a bureaucratic audit unraveled a seven-year deception — this is the story.

Murder for Social Security Or Humane Help? The Shocking Lorenz Kraus LIVE TV Confession! Follow the money — and sometimes you find a killer. In this Hidden Killers Live segment, we explore how what began as a Social Security fraud probe spiraled into a double homicide investigation when investigators uncovered the bodies of Franz and Theresia Kraus in their backyard. For years, their son, Lorenz Kraus, told neighbors they had moved to Germany. Meanwhile, he continued collecting their government benefits — until a welfare check by SSA triggered a police search at 6 Crestwood Court. What followed: Two bodies buried behind the house A bizarre on-camera confession at CBS6 Murder charges, and zero remorse We dig into the financial motive behind the murder, why these crimes are alarmingly common, and how digital benefit systems make it easier to hide the dead — until the paper trail gives way. If you want to understand how murder and money intertwine — and how a bureaucratic audit unraveled a seven-year deception — this is the story.

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The Social Security Fairness Act, which was signed into law at the start of 2025, has been in effect for about nine months since this game-changing legislation repealed both the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset, restoring and increasing Social Security benefits for millions of retirees, especially teachers and public employees who worked in jobs exempt from Social Security. In this episode, I discuss exactly who qualifies for these newly restored benefits, explain how the Social Security Administration is handling the rollout, and give you a step-by-step guide on what to do if you haven't received your payment yet. I'll also walk you through critical tax changes you'll need to consider if you're now receiving this extra income, and practical strategies to avoid any nasty tax surprises at the end of the year.  You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... [02:26] Social Security Fairness Act overview and impact. [05:57] Who is eligible for Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) or Government Pension Offset (GPO). [07:35] Applying for your benefits. [08:16] How much Social Security becomes taxable. [11:09] Increasing withholding on pensions, IRA, 401(k), or earned income. What Is the Social Security Fairness Act? Signed into law by President Biden in January 2025, the Social Security Fairness Act has restored benefits for millions of retirees who were previously penalized due to their employment in jobs that were exempt from Social Security taxes. These roles frequently include teachers and certain municipal or state employees. For years, retirees in those positions received a reduced Social Security benefit due to provisions known as the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO). Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP): Affected individuals who worked in both Social Security-covered and non-covered jobs, resulting in a reduced Social Security benefit. Government Pension Offset (GPO): Reduced the spousal or survivor Social Security benefit for those receiving a government pension from non-covered employment (like teachers in Connecticut). With the repeal of these two provisions, retirees are now eligible to receive their full Social Security benefit, as well as the entirety of their eligible spousal or survivor benefits, regardless of their pension amount. Who Is Impacted? The Act primarily benefits retirees who worked in state or municipal jobs excluded from Social Security wage contributions (think teachers, police, firefighters, or other state employees in certain states). It also helps spouses or survivors of such retirees, who, under the GPO, were denied or saw dramatic reductions in their spousal/survivor benefits. As an example, if a teacher in Connecticut was receiving a $3,000/month pension, they were previously eligible for only a fraction of their spouse's Social Security survivor benefit. Now, with the Act's passage, they can receive the full amount, eliminating a significant hardship for many families. The Social Security Administration has processed around 3.1 million payments, exceeding prior estimates, and paid out approximately $17 billion. However, some eligible recipients have yet to see increases, particularly those who never filed because they believed they wouldn't qualify. What Should You Do If You're Eligible? If you haven't received a payment adjustment, you might be missing out on thousands of dollars. File or Re-file: Eligible recipients should visit SSA.gov to update or submit a new application for benefits. Check Your Status: Even if you're not currently receiving Social Security, consult the SSA to determine your eligibility for individual, spousal, or survivor benefits, especially once you reach full retirement age (typically between 66-67). Lots of people have been automatically credited and are receiving retroactive payments, but those who never applied in the first place due to WEP and GPO restrictions must now take proactive steps. Tax Implications of Increased Social Security Benefits More income is always welcome, but it may come with new tax responsibilities. Here's what you need to know: Social Security Taxation Basics: Taxability depends on your total income: adjusted gross income (AGI), plus half of your Social Security benefit, plus tax-exempt interest. Generally, married couples with less than $32,000 combined income owe no tax on Social Security, and between $32,000 and $44,000, up to 50% of benefits may be taxable, then over $44,000, up to 85% of benefits can be taxable. For individuals, the thresholds are $25,000 and $34,000. Avoid Surprises by adjusting your tax withholding, either by filing IRS Form W-4V for Social Security, or updating withholdings on pensions or retirement accounts. You may also make quarterly estimated payments, especially if you live in a state with income tax. Social Security does not withhold state income taxes, so plan accordingly to avoid penalties and interest. With these changes, it's more important than ever to review your retirement plan and tax strategy. Speak to a qualified accountant and financial advisor to ensure you are maximizing your benefits and staying compliant with tax requirements. Resources Mentioned Retirement Readiness Review Subscribe to the Retire with Ryan YouTube Channel Download my entire book for FREE  Social Security  Connect With Morrissey Wealth Management  www.MorrisseyWealthManagement.com/contact   Subscribe to Retire With Ryan

Learn how to prepare your finances for fall and support aging parents who have limited retirement savings. How can you check in on your finances this fall? What's the best way to help parents with little savings retire? Hosts Sean Pyles and Elizabeth Ayoola explain how you can give yourself a fall financial check-in before they answer a listener's question about supporting aging parents. They begin with a discussion of fall planning and open enrollment season, with tips for using this year's health costs to choose next year's plan, reviewing IRA/401(k) contributions and allocations, and setting a realistic holiday budget while tracking travel prices. Then, NerdWallet lead writer Kate Ashford joins Sean and Elizabeth to discuss how a listener can support their aging parents who haven't saved much. They discuss how to start sensitive money talks, navigate Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage (plus SHIP and Medicaid resources), and practical ways to help, including how to cover specific bills, explore subsidized senior housing, and avoid raiding your own retirement fund in order to help. See the latest rates in NerdWallet's roundups of the best high-yield savings accounts: https://www.nerdwallet.com/m/banking/standout-online-savings-accounts-2  Read NerdWallet's 2024 Financially Assisting Aging Parents Report: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/2024-financially-assisting-aging-parents-report  Want us to review your budget? Fill out this form — completely anonymously if you want — and we might feature your budget in a future segment! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK53yAufsc4v5UpghhVfxtk2MoyooHzlSIRBnRxUPl3hKBig/viewform?usp=header In their conversation, the Nerds discuss: open enrollment, Medicare vs Medicare Advantage, Social Security benefits, holiday budget, IRA contribution limits, 401(k) contribution limit, high-yield savings accounts, emergency fund, claiming parents as dependents, subsidized senior housing, State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), retirement planning checklist, talking to parents about money, healthcare plan comparison, out-of-pocket maximum, Summary of Benefits and Coverage, Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA, SSA account estimate, travel prices Thanksgiving, Christmas flight prices, budget for gifts, avoid 401(k) loans, elder law attorney, support aging parents financially, pay parents' bills vs cash, cost of Medicare Advantage networks, housing downsize for retirees, public benefits for seniors, SNAP for seniors, utility assistance programs, property tax relief seniors, high-yield savings rate 4 percent, set savings buckets, wedding budget overrun, and school-year child care costs. To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com. Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most investors chase deals on LoopNet or wait for brokers to call them back. The problem? By the time you see the listing, you're already too late. The best storage deals never hit the market, they're sitting with owners who don't even realize they're ready to sell. In this episode, Alex Pardo continues his 6-part series on the 16 proven methods for finding off-market storage deals. This is Part 3, where he reveals three of his most powerful strategies: direct mail that actually works, raising relationship capital, and networking your way into deals most people never hear about. These aren't gimmicks, they're repeatable systems that have created six- and seven-figure opportunities for Alex and his students. Want to shortcut your learning curve?  You'll Learn How To: Run direct mail campaigns that owners actually respond to Build relationship capital so deals naturally flow your way Turn casual conversations into off-market opportunities Use networking groups and associations to position yourself as the go-to storage buyer Create a follow-up system that keeps you top of mind with motivated sellers What You'll Learn in This Episode:  [00:00] Why starting small beats blasting thousands of mailers [01:00] Direct mail best practices that still work in 2025 [05:00] The $150K profit deal Alex closed from one letter [08:00] Why relationship capital is more valuable than money [13:00] Real success stories from Storage Wins members who used this approach [18:00] The networking formula: conversations → conversions → contracts → cash [21:00] Where to network (BNI, SSA, REI groups, chambers, and more) [22:00] How to stand out and be remembered after every new connection [24:00] Why you only need 1–2 strategies to get consistent results Who This Episode Is For: New investors who want a step-by-step roadmap to their first facility Operators who are frustrated by overpriced, broker-listed deals Anyone ready to build consistent deal flow without burning out   Why You Should Listen: This episode gives you three more powerful ways to uncover hidden storage deals and gain a serious advantage over the competition. Instead of fighting over scraps, you'll learn how to create your own pipeline of opportunities, build trust with owners, and buy right, so you can grow your portfolio with less stress and more upside. Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25 Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/ Have conversations with at least three to give storage owners, brokers, private lenders, and equity partners through the Storage Wins Facebook group. Join for free by visiting this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/

Ralph welcomes Palestinian-American writer, activist, and scientist Susan Abulhawa to discuss the ongoing Palestinian genocide and the evidence that supports a vastly higher death toll in Gaza.Susan Abulhawa is a Palestinian-American writer and political activist. She is the author of Mornings in Jenin—translated into thirty languages—and The Blue Between Sky and Water. Born to refugees of the Six Day War of 1967, she moved to the United States as a teenager, graduated in biomedical science, and established a career in medical science. In July 2001, she founded “Playgrounds for Palestine,” a non-governmental children's organization dedicated to upholding the Right to Play for Palestinian children.I consider this, first of all, immoral. It's disrespecting the Palestinian dead while they kill the Palestinians who are still alive with US bombers and artillery shells and other weapons coming from Washington, D.C. And it underestimates the kind of urgency that should be confronting this genocide.Ralph NaderThis is something that I think generations will study for a very long time to come. The complicity of Western media across the board is no less criminal than the genocide itself.Susan AbulhawaThis is a complete wiping out of life. A total destruction. And it's completely driven by this unfathomable hate and colonial arrogance and Jewish supremacy and this notion of entitlement. Of being favored by God, of being promised some real estate by a real-estate-agent Lord. I mean, it beggars belief the narratives that we see spoken in mainstream outlets and in the halls of power. Truly, it beggars belief.Susan AbulhawaNo, I don't believe Israel has a right to exist. It has never had a right to exist. No political entities have a right to exist. People have a right to exist. They have a right to exist in their own homeland with dignity. People have a right to universal dignity. A supremacist ideology—and that's ultimately what Zionism is predicated on, on supremacy and entitlement for a group of people at the detriment of another group of people—that is not a right, and it should never be a right. It should be anathema, in fact.Susan AbulhawaNews 9/5/25* The Intercept reports AIPAC has lost another Democratic ally in Congress. Congresswoman Deborah Ross of North Carolina has pledged that she will not accept AIPAC campaign contributions in her 2026 reelection bid. In previous elections, Ross has accepted over $100,000 in AIPAC donations. This comes on the heels of another North Carolina Congresswoman, Valerie Foushee – who received over $800,000 in AIPAC contributions – also renouncing donations from the group. As the Intercept notes, in June, the North Carolina Democratic Party adopted a resolution calling for a “complete arms embargo on all military aid to Israel until it ends its apartheid rule of Palestinians.” Dr. Paul McAllister, a reverend and chair of the Interfaith Caucus of the North Carolina Democratic Party, is quoted saying “AIPAC uses the muscle of their resources to oust anyone who disagrees with them regarding Israel, the conduct of Israel and the atrocities that may be committed by the government of Israel — so it is good that Deborah Ross is willing to recognize and acknowledge that.”* In more Israel news, a new aid flotilla bound for Gaza departed from Genoa, Italy last Sunday. Unlike previous flotillas however, this one carries the protection of a surprising group: Italian dockworkers. According to POLITICO EU, “Speaking at a rally on the docks of Genoa, one of Europe's largest ports, a dockworker representing the USB union said…‘Around mid-September, these boats will arrive near the coast of Gaza. If we lose contact with our boats, with our comrades, even for just 20 minutes, we will shut down all of Europe.'” Genoa has expressed unprecedented solidarity with Gaza. A food drive in the city collected “more than 300 tons of humanitarian aid…[and] over 40,000 people, including the city's mayor, Silvia Salis, joined a torchlit march through the streets in support of the [humanitarian flotilla on Saturday].” During the procession, Salis remarked “Every day I am proud to be the mayor of this city, but tonight, if possible, I am even more so.”* In yet another Israel story, Tom Artiom Alexandrovich, an Israeli cybersecurity apparatchik, who was arrested in August during an undercover operation “targeting child sex predators,” failed to appear for his court date in Nevada. Alexandrovich fled to Israel after being bailed out of jail in the U.S.; his lawyer, David Chesnoff, told the court that he told Alexandrovich not to attend the hearing. Judge Barbara Schifalacqua is now demanding that Alexandrovich appear before the court this week, but it remains to be seen whether he will actually show. This case has become politicized, with liberals and conservatives accusing one another of allowing Alexandrovich to flee the country. The government of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu falsely denied that Alexandrovich was arrested at all. This from Al Jazeera.* In more sex predator news, Representatives Ro Khanna, Thomas Massie and Marjorie Taylor-Greene held a press conference this week with survivors of abuse at the hands of Jeffrey Epstein to push for full disclosure of the Justice Department's files on the case. At this conference, survivors also said they will release their own list of names. This comes amidst a renewed push for Congressional action spearheaded by the survivors. On Tuesday, the House Oversight Committee released a batch of records, but most of these have been made public before. The survivors met with lawmakers this week, including Speaker Mike Johnson, who said “I think the Oversight probe is going to be wide and expansive, and they're going to follow the truth wherever it leads,” per the Washington Post. Congresswoman Nancy Mace was also seen emerging from a meeting with the survivors visibly upset, though we do not know what exactly was discussed in this meeting. What is clear is that the Epstein story is not going away any time soon.* In local news, the National Guard has shared a statement with CBS News' Scott MacFarlane in which they boast that, “Guardsmen have cleaned more than 3.2 miles of roadways, collected more than 500 bags of trash, and disposed of three truckloads of plant waste.” Looking beyond the absurdity of deploying the National Guard to pick up trash, Samuel Littauer, Commissioner of ANC 3C01 – a local government district in Washington – crunched the numbers and found that “DC's cleaning crews cover around 81 miles/day for around $150K/day… [while the] National Guard has cleaned a total of 3.2 miles and costs more than $1M/day.” This means, “It's about 170X more cost efficient per mile to fund DC's existing work.”* Yet, despite the staggering inefficiency of the federal occupation – to say nothing of the outrageous, authoritarian government overreach – D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has signed an order outlining how the District will “continue to work with the U.S. Marshals Service, the FBI, U.S. Park Police, the Drug Enforcement Administration, [and] the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives,” according to WTOP. This report notes that, “Bowser's order provides a path for working with federal law enforcement…[a] public indication that federal law enforcement could remain in the city indefinitely.” Other D.C. officials, including the District's delegate in Congress Eleanor Holmes Norton, have decried the occupation. Unfortunately, Norton is not even afforded the power of a single vote in Congress. This debacle further underscores the necessity for sovereign statehood for D.C.* In more news of federal law enforcement overreach, Prem Thakker of Zeteo reports new figures that show, “61,226 people are currently in ICE detention — the highest number ever in US history.” Thakker goes on to report that “According to ICE data, 70% of these people have no criminal conviction.” This unjustifiable mass detention shows no signs of slowing down, with ICE being granted larger and larger budgets and more and more latitude by the administration. The parallels to other shadowy secret police organizations throughout history continue to grow more pronounced.* Labor Notes editor Luis Feliz Leon reports Columbia University is seeking to bust graduate worker unions – at Columbia and beyond. A statement from the union reads “Over the summer, the university expelled and suspended 80 students, eliminated all but ten…graduate instructor jobs, and filed an Unfair Labor Practice Charge that could reshape the future of higher ed.” This marks yet another blow to the august reputation of Columbia, already damaged by their authoritarian overreaction to pro-Palestine protests and their capitulation to borderline extortion by Trump.* In the federal government, Trump continues to attack critical safety regulators. Reuters reports, “Two of the three remaining commissioners at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the U.S. nuclear safety watchdog, told a Senate hearing on Wednesday they feel President Donald Trump could fire them if they obstruct his goal to approve reactors faster.” Trump, via executive order, has committed the United States to, “fast-tracking new reactor licenses and quadrupling U.S. nuclear energy capacity by 2050…while also reducing staffing at the NRC.” The Commission is already down to just three members from its usual five and according to this report, “a dozen senior level managers…have left or announced they will leave since January, and…143 staff departed between January and June.” The Commission is currently considering five reactor applications and “expects another 25 to 30 soon.” Whatever one's thoughts are on nuclear energy in general, it is wildly irresponsible and dangerous to consider these reactor proposals by a commission short-staffed and constantly threatened with dismissal.* Finally, the Government Accountability Project has submitted a stunning whistleblower complaint on behalf of Chuck Borges, Chief Data Officer at the Social Security Administration. This complaint concerns “serious data security lapses, evidently orchestrated by DOGE officials, currently employed as SSA employees, that risk the security of over 300 million Americans' Social Security data…including apparent systemic data security violations, uninhibited administrative access to highly sensitive production environments, and potential violations of federal privacy laws by DOGE personnel.” The most critical violation is the DOGE staffers' move to “create a live copy of the country's Social Security information in a cloud environment that circumvents oversight.” As this complaint explains, “This vulnerable cloud environment is effectively a live copy of the entire country's Social Security information…that…lacks any security oversight from SSA or tracking to determine who is accessing or has accessed the copy of this data.” This includes “all data submitted in an application for a United States Social Security card—including the name of the applicant, place and date of birth, citizenship, race and ethnicity, parents' names and social security numbers, phone number, address, and other personal information.” If this data were to be compromised – as is eminently possible given the unsecured and unsupervised nature of the cloud copy, “Americans may be susceptible to widespread identity theft, may lose vital healthcare and food benefits, and the government may be responsible for re-issuing every American a new Social Security Number.” This staggering degree of carelessness and incompetence is almost unbelievable, if not for the fact that it comports perfectly with the DOGE track record. We can only hope lawmakers and regulators take swift action to shut down this ticking timebomb of data before it's too late.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe