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Take Pride in Retirement

Welcome to Take Pride in Retirement! A podcast dedicated to retirement planning solutions for the LGBTQ community. Hosted by Matt McClure. | During uncertain economic times, safety of your principal is key to planning a...more

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June 27, 2025

Legacy Planning with Pride: Why It Matters More for LGBTQ+ Families

Legacy planning is more than documents—it’s an act of love. In this powerful episode of Take Pride in Retirement, Matt McClure explains why estate...

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June 20, 2025

Uncovering LGBTQ+ Social Security Secrets with Martha Shedden

How much do you really know about Social Security? This week on Take Pride in Retirement, host Matt McClure—your advisor, your pal, your confidant—sits...

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June 13, 2025

The Truth About Retirement Income: It’s Not About “The Number”

Retirement isn’t just about reaching “your number”—it’s about building a sustainable income plan that supports your life, your dignity, and your pride. In this...

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June 06, 2025

5 Steps to a Confident LGBTQ+ Retirement Plan This Summer

In this special summertime episode of Take Pride in Retirement, host Matt McClure—your friend, your advisor, your pal, and your confidant—shares a five-step guide...

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May 30, 2025

You Deserve a Full Life: Smart Retirement Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Community

“You deserve a life — a real one, a full one.” That quote from Jonathan Van Ness sets the tone for this week’s heartfelt...

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00:47:28

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May 23, 2025

Annuities 101 for LGBTQ+ Retirees: Income, Protection, and Pride

You’ve built your nest egg—now it’s time to protect it. In this episode, Matt McClure, your host, advisor, pal, and confidant, dives deep into...

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