62WhoKnew – The Podcast

In this episode of 62WhoKnew, host Michael Banner welcomes a panel of experts, including Shannon Hicks, a leading authority on reverse mortgages, Matt McCann from LTC News, and Jon Thomas from Amada Senior Care. Together, they break down the biggest misconceptions about reverse mortgages, discuss how home equity can be a powerful financial tool in retirement, and explore strategies for funding long-term care.

🔹 Learn more at 62WhoKnew.com🔹 Connect with our panelists:📌 LTC News – LTCNews.com📌 Platinum LTC Solutions – PlatinumLTCS.com📌 Amada Senior Care – AmadaSeniorCare.com

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In this episode of the 62 Who Knew podcast, host Michael Banner welcomes back financial expert and best-selling author Tom Hegna, alongside a panel of industry leaders, including Matt McCann (LTC News), Jon Thomas (Amada Senior Care), and Cassandra Watson (Platinum LTC Solutions). They explore key strategies for securing a financially stable retirement, covering annuities, Social Security planning, long-term care insurance, and home equity management.Tom shares insights from his book Don’t Worry, Retire Happy and explains why guaranteed income is the cornerstone of a worry-free retirement. The conversation also uncovers misconceptions about annuities, the role of long-term care insurance, and how home equity and VA benefits can help pay for care.If you’re planning for retirement or supporting aging parents, this episode is packed with essential advice to help you prepare for a financially secure future.

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🔹 Connect with our panelists:

📌 Tom Hegna – TomHegna.com

📌 LTC News – LTCNews.com

📌 Platinum LTC Solutions – PlatinumLTCS.com

📌 Amada Senior Care – AmadaSeniorCare.com

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Marie Burns, Certified Financial Planner and founder of Focus Point Planning and Mind Money Motion, joins the panel to share how she’s empowering women to take charge of their long-term financial health. With over 20 years of experience and a deep passion for education, Marie offers practical strategies to avoid crisis-mode planning, promote caregiver preparedness, and initiate the right conversations early—especially around estate planning and long-term care. This episode brings together a dynamic panel for a powerful discussion on why proactive planning isn’t just smart—it’s essential.🔹 Learn more at 62WhoKnew.com🔹 Connect with our panelists:📌 Marie Burns, CFP – MindMoneyMotion.com📌 LTC News – LTCNews.com📌 Platinum LTC Solutions – PlatinumLTCS.com📌 Amada Senior Care – AmadaSeniorCare.comFollow us on Social Media:https://www.facebook.com/62whoknewhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbanner1/————————————————————————————Episode Shot and Edited at BlueBox Studios Tampahttps://blueboxdigital.com/

In this special “Inside Edition” of 62WhoKnew, host Mike Banner is joined by Cassandra Watson and Jon Thomas for a deep industry conversation. Together, they tackle long-term care insurance, the rising costs of home care, and the essential role of home equity in retirement planning. No outside guests—just straight talk from insiders helping families plan for a stronger financial future.

Books mentioned in this episode…Die Broke: A Radical Four-Part Financial Planhttps://bit.ly/DieBroke

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📌 Platinum LTC Solutions – PlatinumLTCS.com

📌 Amada Senior Care – AmadaSeniorCare.com

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In this episode of 62WhoKnew, host Michael Banner welcomes Howard Krooks, former president of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. They explore why elder law planning matters for everyone — not just the wealthy — covering long-term care insurance, guardianship, irrevocable trusts, and the critical role of elder care coordination.🔹 Learn more at 62WhoKnew.com🔹 Connect with our panelists:📌 Howard S. Krooks, Esq. – https://www.cozen.com/practices/elder-law/Follow us on Social Media:https://www.facebook.com/62whoknewhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbanner1/————————————————————————————Episode Shot and Edited at BlueBox Studios Tampahttps://blueboxdigital.com/

Mike Banner welcomes Debbie McCulloch, founder and host of Older and Bolder, one of Canada’s most celebrated podcasts for women 50+. In this heartfelt international episode, Debbie shares how retirement, grief, and resilience led her to build a vibrant platform that celebrates fearless aging. The conversation touches on everything from personal loss to the challenges of long-term care, and the importance of purpose in our later years.

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📌 Debbie McCollouch – https://olderandbolder.ca/

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In this episode of 62WhoKnew, host Mike Banner welcomes Nancy Hetrick, founder of Smarter Divorce Solutions and a nationally recognized expert on gray divorce. They unpack the emotional, financial, and cultural shifts driving divorce later in life—and what that means for retirement, real estate, and personal reinvention. Whether you’re planning for the future or navigating the aftermath, this is essential listening.

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📌 Nancy Hetrick – https://divorcefinancialtraining.com/

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In this groundbreaking episode of the 62 Who Knew podcast, host Michael Banner welcomes Craig Corn and Dan Anderson from Cornerstone Financing. They introduce CHEIFS, a powerful new funding solution that empowers financial advisors and consumers to transform home equity into strategic financial security. Learn how CHEIFS is changing the retirement planning landscape and why it’s a game-changer for professionals and homeowners alike.

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📌 Craig Corn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-corn/

📌 Dan Anderson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-anderson-37217413/

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Diane Daniels, founder of Medicare Nation, joins 62WhoKnew to unpack the challenges and critical updates surrounding Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and supplemental policies.

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📌 Diane Daniels –https://www.linkedin.com/in/medicarenation/

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Butch Phelps, founder of Muscle Repair Shop and creator of the Stretch & Release technique, joins Mike Banner to share why chronic pain isn’t just a symptom of aging—and what you can do about it. From plantar fasciitis to lower back pain, Butch explains how neuromuscular therapy and daily stretching can help anyone reclaim a pain-free life.

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🔹 Connect with our panelists:

📌 Butch Phelps – https://musclerepairshop.com/

Butch’s Book:

Stretch n’ Release: The Missing Piece to a More Pain-Free Life

https://bit.ly/StretchReleaseBook

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