Wes Moss is on a mission: help at least 1 million Americans of any age retire sooner and find joy along the way. A seasoned finance professional, best-selling author, broadcaster, and teacher, Wes has done extensive research on the habits of the happiest retirees. On this podcast, Wes shares key lifestyle and money habits you can implement now to prepare for a secure future while not depriving yourself of happiness in the present. In addition to leveraging his 20+ years of knowledge as an investment advisor, Wes brings in guests and specialists to teach you how to set and work towards your financial and lifestyle objectives. Refreshingly-free of mind-numbing financial jargon and unrealistic money goals, Retire Sooner with Wes Moss gives listeners the tools on how to retire sooner in the real world.
Latest episodes
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Are Retirees Underspending? Pensions, Trump Accounts, and Aging Alone
Could you be spending more in retirement than you think? On this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase dig into new research on retiree spend
Oct 1 35 min
Beyond the Numbers: Retirement Happiness, Housing, Pensions, and 401(k)s
Retirement planning is often about more than reaching a number; it’s also about what life looks like once you get there. On this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes
Sep 24 37 min
Coast FI, Everyday Millionaires, and Retirement Money Decisions
What might everyday millionaires, Coast FI, and skilled trades teach us about building wealth and planning for retirement? On this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, W
Sep 17 34 min
Forget the K-Shaped Economy: The E-Shaped Economy, AI, and Retirement Planning
Is the economy really K-shaped, or are we looking at a different letter entirely? On this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase tackle the “E
Sep 12 36 min
Can You Retire Sooner? Mortgages, Rental Income, Investing & Retirement Risks
When should you retire, and what might shape the years that follow? On this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase tackle listener questions a
Sep 12 36 min
Rapid-Fire Retirement Q&A: Roths, College Savings, Bonds, and More
Got retirement questions? Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase tackle them in this rapid-fire episode of Retire Sooner Podcast. Take an educational look at retirement planning, i
Aug 27 25 min
Stock Market All-Time Highs: What Could They Mean for Your Retirement?
The stock market may be hitting all-time highs, but is that a reason to celebrate or worry about what comes next? On the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBia
Aug 20 44 min
How to Retire Sooner: The Rule of 55, 4% Rule, Roth Conversions, and the Keys to a Happier Retirement
What does it really take to retire sooner and enjoy the years you’ve worked so hard for? On this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase tackle
Aug 13 38 min
When Should You Claim Social Security? Plus Mortgage and College Planning
When should you claim Social Security? Should you pay off your mortgage before retirement? And how do you balance saving for retirement while helping pay for college? Joi
Retirement planning isn't just about the numbers—it's also about trying to create a life you'll enjoy living. Join Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase on this episode of the Ret
Jul 30 32 min
How to Build a Happy Retirement: The 5-Step Retire Sooner Method, Roth Conversions & Retirement Planning
What does it really take to build a happy retirement? Join Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase on this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast as they blend retirement planning res
Jul 23 34 min
What Makes Retirement Fulfilling? Friendships, Investing, and Financial Planning
Retirement is about more than growing your nest egg; it’s also about building friendships, finding purpose, and making informed financial decisions along the way. Join We
Jul 16 34 min
The Retire Sooner Method: The Research Behind a Happier, More Fulfilling Retirement
In this special episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss shares the story behind The Retire Sooner Method and explores the research on the financial and lifestyle h
Jul 9 32 min
Target-Date Funds, Retirement Income & 401(k)s: Listener Questions Answered
Retirement planning comes with plenty of questions, and this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast is built around answering them. Join Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase as the
Jul 2 30 min
Clark Howard Joins Wes Moss to Take On Your Toughest Retirement Questions
Consumer advocate Clark Howard joins Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase for a special Retire Sooner Podcast episode packed with listener questions, thoughtful debate, and real-
Jun 25 45 min
The Ultimate Dividend of Retirement: Freedom, Flexibility, and Financial Planning
Is retirement just about accumulating assets, or is it also about creating the flexibility to spend your time in ways that matter most to you? Join Wes Moss and Christa D
Jun 18 33 min
What the Happiest Retirees Do Differently: Insights from The Retire Sooner Method
What if a happier retirement has as much to do with how you spend your time as how you invest your money? In this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Chris
Jun 11 40 min
When and How to Help Adult Children: Roth Conversions, Social Security & Retirement Planning Topics
Retirement planning doesn’t always follow a straight line, and this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast tackles the pressing money decisions families are talking about.
Jun 4 48 min
Retirement Curveballs: Early Retirement, Taxes, and Market Volatility
Retirement rarely goes exactly according to plan—and this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast tackles the real-life financial curveballs that may affect the timeline. Jo
May 28 44 min
What Does a Fiduciary Advisor Really Do? Taxes, Retirement Income & Investing Explained
Retirement planning is about far more than picking investments, and this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast shows just how many moving pieces may shape your financial l
May 21 30 min
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Love the May 28 episode on forced early retirement taxes and market volatility. Wes does an incredible job highlighting how fragile Corporate timelines can be and why people need a clear action backup strategy when life throws a curveball. As someone who had a to execute a high speed Financial reset after an unexpected care exit I really appreciate the research and practical advice. Outstanding show!
Compass Navigator · Aug 2026
Discovered Wes’s show on one of my other favorite financial shows of over 25 years Clark Howard. Have to say, I’m always very skeptical of financial advice people in general - either they’re on the extremities - from do nothing and normal investing is a “sin” (Dave Ramsey) to pretty much gambling (nearly all others). Not much in the invest smartly over time knowing there are ups and downs. Wes is definitely up on my level. His interviews are what makes his show very interesting to me. Good learning advice!
TeD2D · Mar 2024
I learn a lot from listening to Wes Moss of Retire Sooner. The show covers both the financial & non-financial aspects of retiring sooner & how to have a great life. Keep up the great work ! Highly recommended :)
KayeAdam8 · Jul 2023
Have started listening to recent episodes which address the reasons for happiness and success beyond financial achievement. It has caused me to reconsider my own life more philosophically.
bfair90 · Apr 2023
I’ve read all of Wes Moss’ books and was excited to listen to his podcast. But having two commercial breaks in a 20 minute podcast is too much, you can’t get into the flow of anything. It’s extremely disruptive. I’m sensitive to the fact that he isn’t doing this for free, but I wish he would follow other podcasts that have ads and are more sensitive to prioritizing communication of the message over making money. Sadly unsubscribing.
RealEstateMD2 · Mar 2022
I am unsubscribing to this show. Wes either doesn’t listen or doesn’t understand the questions he is answering. Too many answers are completely useless on material he does not seem to understand. On the episode I just listened to, Clark even attempts to guide Wes’s ramble and he still didn’t get it. Too frustrating to listen to. It is unfortunate, the topics are good.
Jo Vi Al · May 2026
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