Exposing the Pension Crisis: Is Your Retirement at Risk? - John MacGregor, Ted Seidle

Join host John MacGregor on this eye-opening episode of Full Disclosure as he exposes the largest retirement crisis in history. Featuring three special guests, Dean Dennis, Chris Tobey, and Ted Siedle, this episode dives deep into the malfeasance and mismanagement of pensions across the United States.

The discussion touches upon the financial devastations in states like Minnesota, Ohio, Kentucky, and potential investigations in New York. With alarming revelations about state funds being significantly underfunded, hidden fees amounting to billions, and the lack of transparency protecting Wall Street interests, this episode uncovers the harsh truths impacting tens of thousands of retired workers. Discover the colossal implications for both pension holders and taxpayers and learn why hope is not a retirement strategy. Don't miss the crucial insights and shared advice on protecting your financial future.

00:00 Introduction
00:31 The Scope of the Pension Problem
02:43 Introducing the Expert Panel
03:16 Dean Dennis on Ohio's Pension Issues
03:50 Chris Tobey on Kentucky's Pension Problems
04:19 Ted Siedle on Financial Forensics
05:11 The Underfunding Crisis Explained
06:08 Lack of Regulation and Transparency
10:22 Private Equity and Hidden Fees
20:11 Political Influence and Corruption
23:45 Ohio's Pension System: A Case Study
26:57 Understanding Pension Plan Fees
28:05 Challenges with Public Pension Funds
28:16 The Role of Laymen in Pension Fund Boards
29:34 Ted's Auditing Process
30:32 Legal Hurdles in Pension Fund Transparency
32:50 Corruption and Legal Battles
34:02 Minnesota Pension Fund Investigation
39:58 Impact on Teachers' Retirement Security
45:09 Political Influence on Pension Funds
46:12 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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