http://rss.vanguard.com/pod/plaintalk.xml A series dedicated to helping you achieve financial success through practical, easy-to-follow steps. At Vanguard, we believe you can achieve your goals when you have the tools to do the job—and that’s what Plain Talk is all about. Wed, 14 Jun 2006 09:00:00 EST The Vanguard Group 15 Vanguard Vanguard Plain Talk on Investing™ is a podcast series from Vanguard A series dedicated to helping you achieve financial success through practical, easy-to-follow steps. At Vanguard, we believe you can achieve your goals when you have the tools to do the job—and that’s what Plain Talk is all about. A series dedicated to helping you achieve financial success through practical, easy-to-follow steps. At Vanguard, we believe you can achieve your goals when you have the tools to do the job—and that’s what Plain Talk is all about. 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In much the same way that graduation from high school or college is called commencement or a beginning, retirement is a commencement of sorts, as well. You're beginning a new stage in your life, and it's important to keep an eye on your investments and turn your savings into sustainable income. Retirement Prep is Vanguard's audio guide to smart saving for life. In much the same way that graduation from high school or college is called commencement or a beginning, retirement is a commencement of sorts, as well. 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