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More Than Money

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More Than Money is your weekly guide to retirement, from financial strategies to lifestyle planning, we cover what really matters in making the most of your retirement—because it’s about more than just money. Hosted by Portfolio Managers and Investment Advisors Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali, along with Wealth Advisors Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie. Learn more at www.morethanmoneyradio.com

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38:21

Should You Use AI to Plan Your Retirement?

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2026/04/11

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Dave Popowich explore how artificial intelligence is starting to influence retirement planning, and what retirees should think about before turning to AI for financial guidance. Next, Leanna and Dave discuss a study showing how the people around us can affect how we age, including how negative relationships and ongoing stress can shape long-term well-being. Then, they’re joined by Nicole Dalmer, Associate Professor in the

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40:12

“Best of” Tax Season Meets Retirement: What It Means...

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2026/04/04

Join us for a special Best of More Than Money episode. To kick things off for tax season, Dave and Rob break down the three most common tax issues retirees face and what can be done to address them. Next, Leanna and Rob explore why tax season can be especially difficult for solo retirees compared to couples. Elizabeth Brown, Director of Single Seniors for Tax Fairness, joins the conversation to discuss the unique challenges single seniors face and what her organization is doing to advocate for

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38:39

Retirement Right Now: Net Worth, Costs, Stress

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2026/03/28

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Dave Popowich break down some of the most talked-about retirement statistics right now, from how much Canadians think they need to retire to what the average Canadian is actually worth. Next, they’re joined by Erin Bury, Co-Founder and CEO of Willful, to discuss why women are more often named as estate executors than men, and what that says about trust, responsibility, and planning. Then, Leanna and Dave sit down with Dan

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37:23

Retirement in a Changing World: Markets, Costs, and...

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2026/03/21

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie discuss the economic fallout from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, including rising oil prices, higher travel costs, and what it could mean for your retirement plan. Next, they are joined by Brian D’Costa, Founding Partner and Chief Strategy & Risk Officer at Algonquin Capital, to examine why markets are becoming more cautious about growth and why investors are increasingly turning to the relative safety of

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37:09

What Markets and Taxes Are Really Doing to Retirement

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2026/03/14

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie discuss today’s global headlines and what market history can teach us during times of uncertainty. Next, they explore why tax season can be especially challenging for solo retirees compared to couples. Elizabeth Brown, Director of Single Seniors for Tax Fairness, joins the conversation to explain the issues single seniors face and what her organization is doing to push for change. Then, Leanna and Rob discuss the

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36:56

How Market Volatility Affects Retirement Planning

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2026/03/07

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie unpack one of the biggest stories shaping retirement today: the geopolitical uncertainty dominating the headlines and what it could mean for your financial future. Next, they look at how government cuts are pushing some Canadians into retirement earlier than expected and ask the important question: if retirement is forced on you, are you really ready? Then, Dave and Rob turn to the Alberta budget and rising property taxes

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38:12

Why Even Wealthy Retirees Feel Financially Insecure?

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2026/02/28

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Dave Popowich tackle one of the biggest retirement questions Canadians are asking right now: how much money do you actually need to retire today? They’re then joined by Dr. Michelle Maroto, Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Alberta, to explore why financial insecurity can persist even for affluent retirees, including those who look financially “set” on paper. Next, Tony Chapman,

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39:15

Retirement planning at 50 in Canada

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2026/02/21

On this week's episode of More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie break down rising inflation in Canada and what it could mean for families and retirees in 2026. Next, economist Moshe Lander joins the show to discuss the Alberta separation conversation and the potential implications for CPP, pensions, and retirement planning. Then, Shaun Cathcart, Senior Economist at the Canadian Real Estate Association, shares the Calgary and Canada housing market forecast for 2026, including key trends

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37:33

Elon Musk Says You Won’t Need to Save for Retirement....

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2026/02/14

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie break down a recent Globe and Mail article, “Here’s Exactly How to Retire a Millionaire on a Typical Worker’s Salary,” and ask the big question: is $1 million actually enough to retire? Next, wealth management professional Preet Banerjee joins the show to weigh in on Elon Musk’s claim that in 10–20 years, saving for retirement won’t matter because AI and robots will create so

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37:52

Why Retirement Feels More Uncertain for Canadians

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2026/02/07

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie break down the key issues shaping retirement in Canada today, starting with stock market volatility and what this week’s market ups and downs mean for long-term investors and retirees. Next, they’re joined by Dr. Dallas Seitz, Chief of the Division of Geriatric Psychiatry, to discuss the rise in mood disorders among seniors, exploring why mental health challenges are becoming more common in older adults and

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37:39

How to Stay Healthy as You Age in Alberta

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2026/01/31

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie dig into the stories shaping retirement today, starting with tipping culture. They’re joined by Dr. Wayne Smith, Professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Toronto Metropolitan University, to explain why “tip creep” has accelerated and why it likely isn’t going away. Next, they speak with Laura Tamblyn Watts, President & CEO of CanAge, about gaps in vaccine coverage for seniors in

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37:50

Retirement: The Romance, the Rewards, and the RRSP...

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2026/01/24

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Leanna Wachniak look at how retirement is changing as Canada’s senior population grows, and why more retirees may choose (or need) to keep working, whether part-time, full-time, or through volunteering. Next they’re joined by Jessica O’Reilly, Relationship Expert, HappierCouples.com to talk about how to keep your romance alive in retirement. Navigating shifting identity, less personal space, and changing caregiving

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37:38

Tech From CES That Helps and Retirement Myths That Hurt

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2026/01/17

On More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Leanna Wachniak sit down with Marc Saltzman, Tech Journalist and Host of the Tech It Out podcast, to break down the latest gadgets and tools that can actually make day-to-day life easier in retirement (and what’s just hype). Then, Dave and Leanna take on a big question: what does retirement really look like? A lot of the expectations people carry into retirement are built on common myths, so they clear up a few misconceptions they hear all the time. To

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37:36

Alberta’s Health Care Under Pressure and a Tough Flu...

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2026/01/10

On More Than Money, Rob Gerrie and Leanna Wachniak sit down with Dr. Paul Parks, President-Elect, Section of Emergency Medicine with the Alberta Medical Association, to talk about how Alberta’s health care system is fragmented, overcrowded, and poorly integrated. They’re also joined by Jason “The Germ Guy” Tetro to discuss Alberta’s influenza season, the effectiveness of this year’s flu vaccine, what’s driving the spread, and why seniors in particular are

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38:00

“Best of” Navigating Rising Costs and Life After Work

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2026/01/03

Join us for a special "Best of" episode of More Than Money, we talk to Ben McCabe, Founder and CEO of Bloom Finance, to discuss how rising costs are impacting Canadians and what can be done to stay ahead. Next, we spoke with Heather Spurrell, Relationship & Leadership Coach, about how to shape the years that come after you retire. They’re also joined by marketing and branding expert Tony Chapman, Founder of Chatter That Matters, for a conversation on finding a renewed sense of purpose in

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38:18

“Best of” Aging, Health, and Your Financial Future

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2025/12/27

Join us for a special "Best of" episode of More Than Money, we talk to Gere Solomon Woldu from the Alberta Motor Association to clear up misinformation about senior driving and discuss how seniors and their families can find support on the road. Next, we spoke with Dr. Emily McDonald,Lead author, Associate Professor at McGill University about a new tool for medical professionals to help de-prescribe unnecessary medications for patients. Also, Leanna and Dave talk about, can ChatGPT plan your

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38:38

Preparing for 2026: Economic Change, AI, and...

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2025/12/20

On More Than Money, Rob Gerrie and Leanna Wachniak sit down with University of Calgary economist Trevor Tombe to unpack an unpredictable economy, a new prime minister, and shifting policy and what it could all mean for retirement in 2026. They’re also joined by tech analyst and journalist Carmi Levy for a timely conversation on how AI dominated headlines in 2025, and what its rapid evolution could mean for Canada’s future as we head into 2026. To close out the show, Rob and Leanna tackle

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37:55

Managing Holiday Pressure and Living with Purpose in...

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2025/12/13

On More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak sit down with Dr. Catherine Franssen, Neuroscientist and Founder of Franssen Strategies, to explore how financial stress, especially around the holidays, can overload our brains and impact decision-making. They’re also joined by marketing and branding expert Tony Chapman, Founder of Chatter That Matters, for a conversation on finding a renewed sense of purpose in retirement. Faisal and Leanna wrap up the show by sharing how thoughtful

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38:22

Tis The Season For Giving

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2025/12/06

On More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie speak with Larry Mathieson, President & CEO of Unison for Generations 50+, about supporting seniors in need and the impact of charitable giving. They also talk with Chris Marineau from Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides about The Difference Campaign and the push to raise $20 million to build a new national training school. Next, Ryan Preston from the Veterans Association Food Bank explains why donations are down 80% and why urgent help is

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38:07

Best of! How Aging, Policy & Planning Shape Your...

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2025/11/29

Join us for a special Best of episode where we revisit some of the most important conversations we’ve had about how retirement is changing, financially, socially, and structurally. We start with how aging and health can reshape where you live. Robert Hocking, Co-Founder of Adaptive Living, shares what Canadians should consider as their needs evolve. Next, we look at why Canadians may need to rely more heavily on private savings in the years ahead. Ian Bragg, VP of Research & Statistics at

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