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D.C. Pension Geeks, a conversation with top retirement-related policymakers and regulators in and around Washington. Hosted by Brian Graff, an attorney, accountant, former Capitol Hill staffer, and now CEO of the American Retirement Association, it’s an inside view of the ups and downs, ins and outs and sometimes surprising turns Washington takes on the road to ensuring a secure retirement for millions of hard-working Americans. View All Episodes.

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Latest Episode: Top Senate Staffer on Reaching Across the Retirement Policy Aisle

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Drew Crouch, Senior Tax and ERISA Counsel at Senate Finance Committee, joins American Retirement Association CEO Brian Graff to answer these questions and more. It’s a fascinating discussion you won’t want to miss. Read More.

 

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The Great 401(k) Podcast Debate is a short-form, point-counterpoint style debate on the top issues affecting retirement plan advisors, sponsors, and participants. Its contentious yet respectful format is meant to encourage an open and honest airing of diverse viewpoints and innovative ideas. View All Episodes.

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Latest Episode: PEPs—Hot or Not? The Pros and Cons of Pooled Employer Plans

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Drew Crouch, Senior Tax and ERISA Counsel at Senate Finance Committee, joins American Retirement Association CEO Brian Graff to answer these questions and more. It’s a fascinating discussion you won’t want to miss. Read More.

 

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Irreverent, but relevant. Nevin Adams and Fred Reish offer listeners their perspectives on all things retirement. View All Episodes.

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Latest Episode: “Plausible” Denials – New Twists & Turns in ERISA Litigation

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Over the past several months –following the United States Supreme Court’s decision in Hughes v. Northwestern University – a number of cases, notably the Oshkosh case—and those of CommonSpirit and TriHealth—have brought with them what appears to be a higher standard of “plausibility” in asserting claims that can get past the standard motion to dismiss.

 

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The Executive Interview is a short-form podcast featuring leaders in the retirement plan space describing relevant issues and their reactions to them. Whether it’s regulation, legislation, strategy or a host of other hot topics, listeners hear directly from those involved and how it can (and will) affect their business. View All Episodes.

 

Latest Episode: The M&A Frenzy and Future of Recordkeeping

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The Standard rocked the retirement plan recordkeeping world last October when it announced its acquisition of Securian Financial’s retirement plan recordkeeping business. Part of ongoing industry consolidation, it was major news for 401(k) advisors, sponsors and participants. How well is the integration going, what's next for the players, and how will it affect the retirement space overall? We sit with key insiders for answers.

 

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In this exclusive podcast series Nevin Adams, Chief Content Officer of the American Retirement Association, will explore some of the key aspects with the help of Sudhir Roc-Sennett – better known as “Suds” - Head of Thought Leadership & ESG Quality Growth Boutique Vontobel Asset Management. Listen to Entire Series.

 

Turning Stones Podcast Series

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ESG – environmental, social and governance–focused investing has proven to be one of the more controversial – and yet least understood – approaches to investment management, particularly as it relates to American retirement plans.