In this episode of Filtered, TJ Walker examines the hidden incentives behind retirement rankings, why a surprising city shows up high, and what the metrics miss. Then: Jim Beam pauses distilling, and what that can reveal about demand cycles and consumer sentiment. We also break down the fight inside alcohol research over whether “moderation” messaging still makes sense as public-health institutions debate risk. Next: Turning Point and JD Vance in a right-wing identity clash over loyalty and movement branding. And we close with a look at a 60 Minutes controversy and what it means for newsroom credibility, plus a Question of the Day on stage anxiety.