Fuchs Around & Cal Them Out
Fuchs Around & Cal Them Out is hosted by advisors Ben Fuchs and Alex Cal who share real client stories to uncover the truths of retirement and financial planning. From taxes and Social Security to investments, healthcare, and legacy decisions, they break down the biggest mistakes and missed opportunities. Each episode offers practical advice, clear insights, and a relatable take on building a retirement plan that actually works.


Ben Fuchs, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and Certified Private Wealth Advisor® professional with more than 20 years of investment experience, has created thousands of retirement plans for his clients. His focus is on maintaining income in retirement and structuring portfolios to withstand inevitable market downturns. Ben strives to understand each client’s unique retirement goals and designs strategies to achieve them, ensuring peace of mind through a tailored financial plan.
In addition to leading Fuchs Financial, Ben is also the host of the show Fuchs Around & Cal Them Out. Through the podcast, he brings clarity to retirement planning and financial topics, helping listeners gain confidence and insight into their financial future.

Alex Cal is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® with a strong background in investment research across Real Estate, Private Equity, and Private Credit. Since becoming an advisor in 2020, Alex has built experience guiding clients through complex financial decisions and helping them align their investments with their long-term goals. He has successfully passed the Series 7 and Series 66 licensing exams and also holds Life, Health, and Accident Insurance designations.
In addition to his work with clients, Alex is also the co-host of the podcast Fuchs Around & Cal Them Out, where he brings practical insights, real-world experience, and candid conversations about retirement planning, taxes, and investing to a wider audience. His goal is to make complex financial topics approachable and to empower listeners and clients alike to feel confident about their financial future.
Fuchs Around & Cal Them Out is a retirement and financial planning podcast hosted by Ben Fuchs, CFP®, CPWA®, founder of Fuchs Financial, and Alex Cal, CFP®, CPFA®.
The podcast covers the full spectrum of financial and retirement topics, including:
Retirement Income Planning – How to create sustainable income streams that last a lifetime.
Investment Strategy & Market Insights – Structuring portfolios to weather volatility and market downturns.
Tax Planning & Roth Conversions – Smart strategies to minimize taxes before and during retirement.
Social Security & Medicare – Guidance on when to claim Social Security benefits and how to navigate Medicare enrollment.
Wealth Management & Estate Planning – Protecting, preserving, and passing on wealth effectively.
Healthcare & Long-Term Care Costs – Preparing for one of the most underestimated retirement expenses.
Listeners can tune in for both educational episodes that break down complex financial topics and real-world examples that lead to discussions that highlight different planning strategies and their potential outcomes. Each episode is designed to be straightforward, easy to understand, and directly applicable to individuals and families planning for retirement.
As part of the Fuchs Financial commitment to “Planning Without Pressure,” the show provides actionable takeaways and encourages listeners to think about their own goals, risks, and opportunities. Whether you are nearing retirement, already retired, or just beginning to plan, Fuchs Around & Cal Them Out helps you take control of your financial future.
You can listen to the latest episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and other major podcast platforms with new episodes airing every Tuesday at 6am.
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Middletown, CT
213 Court Street
Suite 601
Middletown, CT 06457
West Hartford, CT
433 South Main Street
Suite 322
West Hartford, CT 06110
Middlebury, CT
751 Straits Turnpike
Suite 3002
Middlebury, CT 06762
Mystic, CT
47 Water Street
Suite 101
Mystic, CT 06355
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