Life & Longevity

David Blanchett and Eric Ludwig, Associate Professor of Retirement Income at The American College of Financial Services, explore ho­­w millennials can better balance near-term financial pressures with long-term retirement goals. They discuss the implications of default savings behaviors, the growing role of AI in shaping financial advice, and why planning for longer lives requires a shift from acc...

Why is it so hard to spend savings in retirement—and how can we fix it? Jean Chatzky, author, personal finance journalist, and founder of Her Money, shares insights from her "forever paycheck" approach, reframing retirement as an income challenge and not just a savings goal. The conversation highlights how turning assets into predictable income can help people feel more confident—and actually enjo...

Season 2 of Life & Longevity kicks off with a discussion between host David Blanchett and MP Dunleavey, columnist for the Stanford Center on Longevity Magazine, on how longer lifespans are reshaping financial planning.   From building reliable lifetime income to improving communication with advisors and family, this episode explores how we can better prepare for all the opportunities of longer ret...

In the season 1 finale, Karen Biddle Andres, Director of Inclusive Saving and Investing at the Aspen Institute Financial Security Program, joins David Blanchett to discuss what it will take to build a more inclusive retirement system. They explore closing the access gap, rethinking plan design, and leveraging public-private partnerships to help more Americans turn savings into lasting retirement s...

Brian Elliott, CEO of WorkForward and executive-in-residence at Charter, joins David Blanchett to discuss how AI and shifting workplace norms are reshaping careers—and what that means for retirement planning. This conversation explores "mini-retirements," like part-time or consulting work, and the practical realities of hybrid/remote work, from core collaboration hours to career advancement dynami...

Award ‑ winning journalist and author Jennifer Wallace joins David Blanchett to unpack the science of "mattering" and why feeling valued—and adding value—is essential to resilience, wellbeing, and fulfillment across life's stages. This conversation explores how mattering shapes aging, retirement, work, and community, and shares practical ways to strengthen our sense of purpose and connection.   Th...

Jason Fichtner, Executive Director at the Retirement Income Institute, joins David Blanchett to explore the evolving landscape of retirement in America—from the origins of Social Security as old-age insurance to today's changing "three-legged stool" of retirement income.   The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Newark, NJ. 1089625-00001-00

Michael Finke, Professor of Wealth Management and Frank M. Engel Distinguished Chair in Economic Security at the American College of Financial Services, joins the show to talk with David Blanchett about the three pillars of retirement satisfaction—financial resources, health, and relationships—and how deliberate planning in each area leads to a more fulfilling retirement. The Prudential Insurance...

Hal Hershfield, Professor at UCLA Anderson School of Management, joins guest host Dylan Tyson, President of Prudential Retirement Strategies, to discuss how building a relationship with our "future selves" can shape the decisions we make today. From financial planning to personal growth, this conversation offers powerful insights into how we can chart a path toward achieving the life we want both...

Beth Pinsker, Certified Financial Planner and MarketWatch columnist, joins David Blanchett to discuss the challenges and realities facing today's caregivers. Pinsker shares personal stories and guidance on planning for long-term care, emphasizing the importance of early and ongoing communication within families about financial and caregiving responsibilities. The Prudential Insurance Company of Am...

In this premiere episode, Caroline Feeney, Prudential's global head of Retirement and Insurance, joins David Blanchett to discuss the findings from the first-ever Global Retirement Pulse Survey . Their discussion focuses on the "confidence paradox": 87% of respondents feel confident they'll cover essential retirement expenses, but half cannot picture what retirement looks like and how they will ac...

Coming soon: Life & Longevity  features conversations exploring a wide range of topics related to retirement, all while underscoring the importance of financial planning, security, and resiliency through every stage of life. With a focus on "living a better life, longer," each episode will primarily feature thought leaders from outside Prudential in conversation with Prudential leaders about trend...