This past week, feds had to prep once again for yet another government shutdown. Government workers were warned they could be furloughed if Congress didn't pass a stopgap bill or a long-term budget. Lawmakers were down to the wire, causing feds to panic. Of course, this wasn't the first time government employees thought their offices may shut down. Federal News Radio's Jason Miller explains the shutdown scare and what it meant for feds.

Also on tonight's show, we talk to financial expert Julia Valentine about saving for retirement. Whether you're in your 20's or your 70's, there are ways you can set aside savings, without breaking the bank. It all comes down to knowing where to put your money and how to save throughout the years, even in a fragile economy. Julia Valentine is the author of Joy Compass, a book that tells us how to turn saving for retirement into a happy journey.