Money Matters Radio

05/30/2026

Pretty cool update — *Digital Kaizen* was included in ShelfLife’s latest **3 Secrets, 2 Links, 1 Book** newsletter.

The discussion was about how nonfiction books are changing now that AI can answer so many “how do I do this?” questions instantly.

My take is that generic how-to content may get harder to sell, but strong framework-driven books may become even more valuable.

That’s what I tried to build with *Digital Kaizen*.

Not just a book about AI tools, but a framework for:

* capturing ideas with your voice
* using AI as a mirror, not an advisor
* cutting through information overload
* building small improvement loops
* staying human while the digital world keeps speeding up

I’m grateful to Alex and ShelfLife for including my thoughts in the conversation.

You can read it here:

Will AI kill how-to books? Experts debate. Plus: retail distribution tips, Kevin Hart's email hack, and Goodreads giveaway strategy for authors.

05/02/2026

On the latest retirement planning front: “gray divorce” is becoming a bigger issue for older couples, and the financial implications can be complicated.

I was recently mentioned in a ThinkAdvisor article by Rob Burgess discussing the tax and retirement issues that can come up when couples split later in life.

This is exactly the kind of topic we talk about often on Money Matters — because retirement planning is not just about investments. It’s also about taxes, income, Social Security, pensions, healthcare, estate planning, and making sure the plan still works when life changes.

Thanks to Rob Burgess and ThinkAdvisor for including my perspective.

Article here:

For advisors, retirement accounts, home sale exclusions and Social Security benefits are all worth considering.

04/23/2026

Christopher Hensley, RICP®, CES™, a Houston-based financial advisor and host of the Money Matters podcast, announces his first book, Digital Kaizen: Voice-First

04/22/2026

The hardcover just dropped.

And for a limited time it's available
at the launch price of $14.99 — before
it moves to full price.

If you've been waiting for the version
you can hold, highlight, and hand to
someone — this is your window.

Digital Kaizen is now available in
all formats:

✅ Ebook
✅ Paperback
✅ Hardcover
🎧 Audiobook — coming very soon

📖 Link in the first comment.