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Discover essential insights on navigating life's milestones with Bill Monty's Guide for Getting Older, the ultimate podcast for individuals of all ages embarking on the journey of aging. Host Bill Monty leads engaging discussions on vital topics such as Medicare, Social Security, retirement planning, finances, and beyond, ensuring you're well-equipped for every stage of life. Tune in to our informative and lively format, where we seamlessly blend practical advice with current events and life ...
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Send us a Text Message. Join me as I recount the personal challenges and triumphs of living with sleep apnea, sharing insights that will hopefully illuminate the path for others trudging through similar struggles. This episode peels back the curtain on the daily reality of this condition, debunking the myths and addressing the hesitations surroundi…
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Send us a Text Message. Research suggests that the perception of aging varies depending on factors like age, gender, and location. Join host Bill Monty in this intriguing episode as he delves into the fascinating concept of the "age gauge" and explores how individuals perceive their place on the spectrum of aging. But that's not all! Stick around f…
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Send us a Text Message. Do you ever feel lost? Forgotten? Invisible? I have and I'm betting you have too. I'm reminded of the saying that the only feeling worse than being alone is being alone in a crowded room. In this episode, I traverse the oft-overlooked landscape of the aging baby boomer generation, I open up about the bittersweet journey of f…
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Send us a Text Message. The Podcast for Young People Who Have Lived a Long Time. Discover the secrets to flourishing as the years add up! Join me, Bill Monty, on a heartwarming journey where we explore the art of aging with glee and purpose. In each episode, I dive into the beauty of life's latter chapters, unlocking the door to a life brimming wit…
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Send us a Text Message. Battling long COVID isn't just a personal health issue—it's become a crisis stretching across the nation, touching lives and economies. Join me, Bill Monty, as I recount my own skirmish with this formidable foe, and how it mirrors a growing public challenge that's snagging headlines and Senate committee meetings alike. From …
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back, folks! Season 2 of Bill Monty's Guide for Getting Older is here, and I'm your host, Bill Monty, ready to sprinkle some humor into our conversations about the golden years. As we flip the calendar to February, we not only indulge in Valentine's sweets but also honor the profound contributions of African American…
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Send us a Text Message. Imagine hitting rewind on the Tony Awards, reveling in the unscripted magic that unfolds when the writers are away. That's just the prologue to our heartfelt salute to the iconic John Romita Sr., whose pencil strokes on Spider-Man comics left an indelible ink on my childhood. Venturing further, we tackle the quirky societal …
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Send us a Text Message. Ladies and gentlemen, get ready for a journey of introspection, nostalgia, and practical life lessons. This is Bill Monty's Guide for Getting Older, and today, we're tackling the daunting task of applying for Social Security benefits. Yes, it's not the most exciting topic, but trust me, by sharing my personal trials and vict…
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Send us a Text Message. What happens when the cost of living outpaces your Social Security checks? Bill Monty divesinto the nitty-gritty of the recent Medicare and Social Security cost hikes, set to take effect in 2024. Brace yourself, because premiums are projected to jump by $9.80 and there's a 3.2% cost of living increase in the pipeline. But fo…
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Send us a Text Message. Applying for social security benefits soon or in the next year? Do you know when to apply? Do you know what documents you'll need? If you have an ex, what will you need to know about him/her? Should you apply online, over the phone, or in-person? Bill Monty begins the process to apply for social security benefits taking you …
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Send us a Text Message. The Medicare Annual Enrollment period is just around the corner. We give you a look at what you need to know and where you need to go for more information. Plus, what does it cost to go to an Emergency Room these days? Well, your friend and host went to the ER recently and the costs might just floor you. It comes down to thi…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Bill Monty's Guide to Getting Older, in recognition of National Alzheimer's Disease Day we give a nod to those who care for loved ones diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease and other illnesses. Bill updates us on his health scare while noting the trials and tribulations of navigating the medical minefield in …
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, Bill Monty is mad, FIGHTING MAD, about the Cost of Living Increase (COLA) for social security recipients and the increase in Medicare costs for 2024. Plus, we discuss scams that target seniors and ways to protect yourself and your loved ones. There's lots of information here so get comfortable as it's only g…
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Send us a Text Message. This week Bill Monty guides you on how to save money by cutting the cord. Plus, we get caught up with some subjects that have been hanging and dangling including the final (sort of) answer to the social security/Medicare payment question. Please join us and remember to let us know what you think at Billmonty04@gmail.com or o…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us for this special episode of Bill Monty's Guide To Getting Older. Today Bill reflects on the life and music of the late, great Jimmy Buffett and how that music and attitude shaped and affected his formative years. Support the Show. Have a question or comment? Leave us a Voice Mail at 754-800-3170 or email us at Billmo…
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Send us a Text Message. Baby, It's HOT outside and that means someone you know, or maybe you, need help paying an escalating power bill or replacing a faulty air conditioning unit. If so, Bill Monty's in the know. And he's telling you where to get help. Hint. It's called EHEAP. Plus, a streaming recommendation (Wait. Is that new? Yes it is.) and an…
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Send us a Text Message. Where can you turn to when you need help for yourself, a parent, spouse, family member or friend? Getting accurate and timely information is never more important than when you feel alone, lost and your back is against the wall. Fear not, my friend. The answer to most of your questions, no matter where you live in the U.S., c…
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Send us a Text Message. Just when you thought it was safe to leap into the social security waters. Bill Monty's got new info that will make you say, "Hmmm. What?" Plus, there's a low-cost, could even be free, incredible new companion for a senior in your life who might be experiencing loneliness and isolation. The best part? It's really cool! And n…
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Send us a Text Message. The choices that we make can define us for a time but they are not what does so forever. Taking one path and not the other is an everyday decision. Join Bill Monty as looks back on The Roads Not Taken. Support the Show. Have a question or comment? Leave us a Voice Mail at 754-800-3170 or email us at Billmonty04@gmail.com. Yo…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Bill Monty delves into the qualities of kindness, why it's so absent these days and what we can do to cure that. Plus, recommendations for music and books that you can enjoy. This week is about living and being the best you that you can be by helping someone other than yourself. Support the Show. Have a quest…
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Send us a Text Message. What do Dan Harris, Spider-Man, Hot Sardines and the Tony Awards have in common? They're all discussed in this episode of Bill Monty's Guide To Getting Older. Listen, share with your family and friends. We promise that you'll be at least 10% happier. If not 15%. Support the Show. Have a question or comment? Leave us a Voice …
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the premiere episode of Bill Monty's Guide To Getting Older. Today Bill Monty explains why this podcast and why now, talks about the fables and foibles of social security, and reveals the music selection of the week. You're encouraged to email us at billmonty04@gmail.com and to join our Facebook group, Bill Monty'…
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