Wicked Pissah Podcast

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The Social Security timeline may be shorter than expected so what does that mean for your retirement?
Tuesday, 23 June, 2026

In this episode of Something More with Chris Boyd, Chris Boyd and Russ Ball are joined by Social Security expert Marcia Mantell to unpack the latest Trustees Report and its implications. With projections pointing to a potential shortfall by 2032, they explore what's driving the change—and what it could mean for your future benefits. Marcia shares insights from decades of experience helping retirees navigate Social Security decisions and explains why some of the most common reactions—like claiming early—may do more harm than good. Learn more about Marcia Mantell and her work: Marcia's website: https://mantellretirementconsulting.com/ Marcia's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marciamantell/ Explore policy insights and planning tools: Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget: https://www.crfb.org/ Connect with the hosts: Chris's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-christopher-boyd-b932169/ Russ's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-ball-3058b5160/ In this episode, we discuss: What the 2026 Social Security Trustees Report actually says Why the projected shortfall timeline has moved closer Common misconceptions about claiming benefits early Potential policy solutions on the table How to plan for uncertainty in retirement income If you found this helpful, be sure to like, subscribe, and share with someone who's thinking about retirement. #RetirementPlanning #SocialSecurity #FinancialAdvising #WealthManagement #FinancialPlanning #PolicyInsights #AdvisorPerspective