Grab an iced coffee and settle in. This week, we’re featuring Teresa Ghilarducci, updates from the states, insights from the Aspen Leadership Forum on Retirement Savings, and, of course, a fresh serving of Hot Sauce! and Pix of the Week.

Taxes first—filed or still looming? Either way, we’ve got you. As a palate cleanser, here’s some spring optimism: fresh ideas, smart policy, and innovation in bloom. So, whether you tackled your return or dodged it, grab a beer and dive in—this week’s edition is worth it.

March brings renewal—and momentum. In our 100th edition, we explore bold ideas for universal retirement coverage, the continued rise of state Auto IRAs, and the policy debates shaping what’s next, all while riding the Ocean Series wave of fresh thinking 🌊