The Second Fifty: What Retirement Security Means Today
The premiere episode features Debra Whitman, Executive Vice President and Chief Public Policy Officer at AARP and author of The Second Fifty: Answers to the 7 Big Questions of Midlife and Beyond. In the episode, Whitman and Doonan discuss how the retirement landscape in America has changed dramatically over recent decades, including the decline of pensions, the growing reliance on individual savings, and the financial pressures facing today’s workers and retirees.
“AARP has been an invaluable partner in advancing conversations around retirement security and aging policy for many years,” Doonan said. “We are especially grateful to Deb for joining us as our first guest and for sharing her deep expertise and thoughtful perspective on the future of retirement in America.”
Dan Doonan
Host, Retirement In America Podcast
National Institute on Retirement Security
Hosted by NIRS Executive Director Dan Doonan, the podcast features conversations with policymakers, economists, retirement experts, journalists, advocates, and everyday Americans navigating retirement decisions. Episodes will examine the economic, workforce, and policy trends influencing retirement security — from Social Security and pensions to 401(k)s, savings challenges, and the changing nature of work.
