The Simply Retirement Podcast

Welcome to The Simply Retirement Podcast with Eric Blake, a financial professional from Blake Wealth Management. Our goal is to support women approaching retirement and help them navigate the challenges of this important phase of life. With years of exper

Recent Episodes

Gray Divorce and Retirement: How Collaborative Divorce May Protect Your Financial Future with Jill Lowe (Ep. 62)

Posted July 23, 2025 • 00:31:36

Gray divorce can significantly impact your retirement plans and emotional well-being.

How do you protect your financial future when love fades...

The Science of Happier Spending: Behavioral Finance Insights with Brendan Frazier (Ep. 61)

Posted July 16, 2025 • 00:45:13

What if money could buy happiness, but only if you knew how to spend it?

In this episode, I sit down with Brendan Frazier, Chief Behavioral Officer...

Downsize or Rent in Retirement? 5 Key Decisions You Should Consider (Ep. 60)

Posted July 9, 2025 • 00:30:56

What’s the right housing move in retirement?

Sell and rent, or stay put and downsize?

In this episode, I unpack five key decisions...

Navigating Retirement with Confidence and Clarity with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury (Ep. 59)

Posted July 2, 2025 • 00:34:54

Money can feel like the last taboo, especially when it comes to retirement. But what if opening up could completely transform your future?

In...

Caring for a Spouse: Navigating the Financial, Legal, and Emotional Journey with Sandy Moss Moder (Ep. 58)

Posted June 25, 2025 • 00:33:00

What happens when love meets life-altering diagnosis and financial pressure?

For Sandy Moss Moder, it meant stepping into the unknown and documenting...