Christopher A. Farrell

Christopher Farrell is an American financial journalist, author, and economics contributor for Minnesota Public Radio and Marketplace. With decades of reporting experience, he specializes in personal finance, retirement planning, and labor market trends.

He is the author of several acclaimed financial books, including Unretirement: How Baby Boomers Are Changing the Way We Think About Work, Community, and the Good Life and Purpose and a Paycheck. His works challenge traditional retirement paradigms, advocating for flexible, purpose-driven late-career engagement.

Farrell’s clear economic analysis empowers individuals to navigate retirement and financial strategy with confidence. His insights are widely featured in major outlets such as The New York Times, Bloomberg Businessweek, and PBS NewsHour.