Wisdom to Wealth

Wisdom to Wealth

Divorced? Widowed? Navigating retirement on your own? You’re not alone— and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. Wisdom to Wealth is your trusted guide to turning uncertainty into confidence and complexity into clarity. We break down the financial strategies every independent woman needs to protect her wealth, create lasting income, and build a retirement plan that lets you live life on your terms—without fear, confusion, or regret. Because retirement isn’t just about money; it’s about freedom, security, and peace of mind. Let’s create your confident retirement together!

Episodes

October 17, 2025 9 mins

Debt doesn’t retire just because you do. In this eye-opening episode, Drew Stevens, Ph.D., breaks down how debt quietly robs retirees of freedom, sleep, and security. From mortgage math to credit card traps, Drew reveals how the financial system keeps retirees in a zero-sum game — and how to escape it.

Key Topics:

  • The shocking 2025 stats on retiree debt
  • Why the “mortgage tax deduction” myth doesn’t hold up
  • How banks use amorti...
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Inflation is the hidden tax that could quietly destroy your retirement dreams. In this episode, Drew — Your Retirement Professor from Wisdom to Wealth — exposes how inflation erodes your purchasing power and why so many retirees underestimate its long-term impact.

You’ll learn how inflation can cost you hundreds of thousands in lost value, how outdated planning assumptions create financial blind spots, and what strategies can prote...

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Most retirees believe they’re prepared—until reality hits. Rising inflation, unpredictable markets, and hidden expenses can silently destroy even the best-laid retirement plans. In this powerful episode of Wisdom to Wealth, financial expert Drew [Last Name] reveals the three biggest threats to your financial freedom—and the proactive steps you can take right now to safeguard your lifestyle, your income, and your peace of mind.

You’...

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High-Income, High-Risk: Protecting Wealth for Engineers & Physicians

Earning a high income doesn’t mean you’re financially bulletproof. In fact, engineers and physicians often face unique risks — from lawsuits and malpractice claims to concentrated stock positions, tax traps, and burnout.

In this episode of Wisdom to Wealth, Drew [Your Last Name] shares real stories from doctors and engineers who looked strong on paper but face...

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If you’ve spent decades serving as a federal employee, union worker, postal carrier, or railway retiree — your pension is more than a paycheck. It’s your power. But without the right strategy, hidden taxes, survivor benefit traps, and costly timing mistakes can erode the retirement you’ve worked so hard to earn.

In this episode of Wisdom to Wealth, Drew [Your Last Name] reveals real stories from federal and union retirees, the pi...

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In this powerful episode of Wisdom to Wealth, Drew Stevens breaks down the Fed’s latest decision to hold interest rates steady—and why it matters far more than most headlines suggest. With over $35 trillion in federal debt and inflation still pressuring everyday Americans, this episode explores seven key impacts this decision has on federal debt, bond markets, retirement income, and the future of programs like Social Security and M...

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In this deeply personal episode of Wisdom to Wealth, Dr. Drew — The Retirement Professor — opens up about the life hurdles that shaped his mission to serve retirees with integrity, grit, and genuine care. From a childhood marked by family challenges and financial hardship to a record-setting career as a hurdler, Dr. Drew learned early that true wealth is more than money — it’s wisdom, resilience, and the courage to plan for the fut...

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July 24, 2025 7 mins

Are you an educator wondering if your pension alone will truly secure your retirement? Welcome to “Retirement 101: Securing the Golden Years for Educators,” an eye-opening episode of Wisdom to Wealth with trusted advisor Drew Stevens. With warmth, experience, and practical advice, Drew shares real stories of teachers and professors who discovered too late that relying solely on a pension can leave gaps — and what they could have do...

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Welcome to Wisdom to Wealth with Dr. Drew Stevens, where we help women rebuild financial confidence after life’s hardest losses. If you’ve recently lost a spouse or gone through a divorce, you’re not alone — and your financial journey doesn’t have to be overwhelming or isolating. In this episode, Drew sheds light on why so many widows and divorcées feel unheard and underserved by their financial advisors, and offers compassionate, ...

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Did you know 93% of small business owners overpay their taxes every single year? In this eye-opening Wisdom to Wealth episode, Dr. Drew Stevens reveals exactly why so many smart, hardworking entrepreneurs fall into the tax trap — and how you can legally break free.

Most CPAs do a great job filing last year’s numbers but miss opportunities buried deep in the 75,000+ page U.S. tax code. From overlooked credits like the R&D Tax Cr...

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In this powerful episode of Wisdom to Wealth, Dr. Drew Stevens tackles one of the biggest financial threats retirees face today: rising healthcare and long-term care costs. From employer-covered healthcare disappearing at retirement to shocking statistics from Fidelity and Genworth, you’ll learn why this expense can quietly drain your nest egg if left unplanned. Drew shares real stories — like Linda and Tom’s sudden $9,000-a-month ...

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In this episode of Wisdom to Wealth, Dr. Drew Stevens pulls back the curtain on the beloved 529 college savings plan — and reveals why it might not be the smartest legacy gift you can give. With college enrollment dropping and skilled trades rising, today’s families need flexible strategies to protect their wealth and empower the next generation’s dreams. Drew shares real stories, practical alternatives like cash value life insuran...

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In this powerful episode of Wisdom to Wealth, Dr. Drew Stevens—your Retirement Professor—reveals the hidden dangers lurking in traditional retirement plans. That so-called “safe” balanced portfolio may actually be undermining your future.

You’ll hear the eye-opening stories of retirees like Bob, Carol, and Linda—real people who followed conventional advice only to face devastating financial stress later in life. This episode is esp...

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June 3, 2025 17 mins

 

Are you quietly stressing about retirement, or wondering if your current plan is built on hope instead of strategy? In this episode of Wisdom to Wealth, Dr. Drew Stevens tackles the retirement questions most people are afraid to ask — and most advisors avoid. From how much you really need to retire, to Social Security timing, tax traps, market risks, and longevity fears, we unpack the hidden issues that can derail your financial ...

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A tax tidal wave is coming — are you prepared? In this high-stakes episode of Wisdom to Wealth, The Retirement Professor exposes the looming 2025 tax code sunset and what it could mean for your retirement, your business, and your family legacy. From disappearing deductions and vanishing credits to surprise tax hikes for high earners — this isn’t speculation. It’s the writing on the wall.

You'll discover:

  • Six critical tax cha...

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What if everything you’ve worked your whole life for ended up in the wrong hands—or worse, torn apart by court fees and family conflict? In this powerful episode of Wisdom to Wealth, Dr. Drew exposes the 7 most dangerous estate planning myths and reveals the 5 smart moves you must make in 2025 to protect your legacy. This isn’t just about wills and trusts—it’s about honoring your life’s work and safeguarding your family’s future. W...

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Welcome to another episode of Wisdom to Wealth, where experience meets strategy to help you make smarter money moves. I’m Drew Stevens founder of Wisdom to Wealth, a fiduciary, speaker, and author with over 40 years of Wall Street wisdom under my belt. Today, we’re diving deep into a topic that could quietly undermine your financial future: Are you working with a broker—or a true fiduciary? The difference matters more than most peo...

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In this powerful episode of Wisdom to Wealth, Drew—fiduciary, Wall Street veteran, and financial strategist—dives headfirst into one of the most controversial narratives making waves today: Trump’s “Planned” Stock Market Collapse. Is there real evidence behind the claim, or is it just headline hysteria? Drew unpacks the economic policies, market history, and political context behind the speculation,

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Debt and retirement rarely mix — yet millions carry balances that silently drain their freedom. In this episode of Wisdom to Wealth, host Drew Stevens, “The Retirement Professor,” tackles the tough truth: debt isn’t just a burden, it’s a threat to your lifestyle. With over 40 years of frontline financial experience, Drew unpacks why debt is so dangerous in retirement, shares powerful real-life stories, and gives you four proven str...

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Think your retirement plan is solid? Think again. In this episode, Drew Stevens pulls back the curtain on three dangerous myths that could derail your future: the outdated 4% rule, the illusion of diversification, and the false sense of security some advisors give you. You’ll hear real-world examples, discover smarter income strategies, and learn how to protect yourself from common, costly mistakes. This is your wake-up call—before...

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