Was the 401(k) a Mistake?

This podcast episode explores the shift from pensions to 401ks as a retirement savings option, the origin and impact of the modern 401k plan, the downsides and criticisms of 401ks, and the attempts to address the shortcomings of the current retirement system. It discusses the unintended consequences of the 401k system, the challenges faced by workers in contributing regularly, and the income inequality perpetuated by the system. The episode also highlights a plan aiming to provide more Americans with a nest egg for retirement and the shifting perception of retirement from a right to a privilege.