Today, we're talking through what to do when life gets in the way of your plans; for life or retirement. I asked Jane Monica-Jones , Financial Therapist and Trauma Informed Financial Wellbeing Specialist, Caroline Romeo , counsellor with a special interest in financial hardship and AWARE Super's, Kat McPhee all the questions about moving through these hard times - pragmatically and emotionally. This episode is sponsored by AWARE Super Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec...
Jun 25, 2025•39 min
In this episode I chat with Chris Barnes, winemaker & Senior Lecturer of wine technology and viticulture at The University of Melbourne , about some of the basics of what makes a good wine, how to find great value & what Aussie wineries you should put on your bucket list to visit. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net Sign up for the Prime Time Podcast Newsletter at www.primetimers.net - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent...
Jun 18, 2025•42 min
Today we're giving you a tax time checklist. And it's all about super. With me to ask the questions is my producer, Emilia Fuller, and we have some really good tips for you to help you prepare. There's not much time left before the end of the tax year. So it's short, sharp and helpful. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net Sign up for the Prime Time Podcast Newsletter at www.primetimers.net - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent di...
Jun 16, 2025•16 min
Today's guest, Mike Chesworth spent 37 years in Financial Services, all that time in the Westpac Group and is now happily retired. Mike’s one of those people that has had a retirement full of curiosity and excitement - I sit down with him today to ask about where he gets that and what his advice is to others who might not be as sure or bold as him. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net Sign up for the Prime Time Podcast Newsletter at www.primetim...
Jun 11, 2025•42 min
This episode's guest, Jean Kittson AM , has spent the last decade caring for her parents, Elaine and Roy. Drawing from this experience, she authored the best-selling book "We Need to Talk About Mum & Dad – a practical guide to parenting aging parents". She joins me today to discuss being part of the sandwich generation and to raise awareness about improving access to palliative care. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net Sign up for the Prime...
Jun 05, 2025•42 min
Today, we’re talking about the new rhythm your life finds when you enter retirement and how to start reconciling with this newfound freedom. Joining me to unpack it all is Jon Glass, a retirement coach at 64PLUS and a specialist in the emotional aspects of retirement. He, along with AWARE Super's, Kat McPhee join me to talk through finding your new rhythm. This episode is sponsored by AWARE Super Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net Sign up for ...
May 28, 2025•38 min
Today, we're tackling a hot topic: the critical issue of superannuation advice. This is an issue that affects every Australian, and it's one that's sparking debate across the financial landscape. We’ll unpack who should provide advice, what that advice should look like, and who ultimately pays for it. To help me, with the expertise on Australian super is Mary Delahunty. She’s the CEO of the Association of Superannuation Funds Australia Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Be...
May 21, 2025•40 min
It seems like every week there's a new scam doing the rounds—and unfortunately, older Australians are often in the firing line. In this episode, I chat to veteran investigations expert Ken Gamble , who’s spent decades tracking down fraudsters and helping victims recover. He shares the red flags to watch out for, how to protect yourself from these ever-evolving scams, and what to do if you—or someone you know—gets caught out. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec...
May 14, 2025•46 min
Following our podcast episode a couple of weeks back about Dipping your toe into retirement today my programme producer, Emilia Fuller will ask me the questions we got following that email. She, along with AWARE Super's, Kat McPhee join me to talk through those the best ways to stop working but to keep earning. This episode is sponsored by AWARE Super Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net Sign up for the Prime Time Podcast Newsletter at www.prime...
May 07, 2025•26 min
With the election upon us, we thought it time to check back in with our trusted guide to the economic stories behind the politics. Shane Wright, senior economics correspondent at The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald . Together, we go through the last minute details to consider before you cast your vote tomorrow. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net Sign up for the Prime Time Podcast Newsletter at www.primetimers.net - Get our newsletter with de...
May 02, 2025•33 min
In this episode, Catherine Greer, Author and Age Positive Advocate talks about how she's choosing to age 'gracefully', going fully grey in her 60s and the freedom that's afforded her. She's also a great Prime Time case study as she’s just released her first novel “ The Bitter Sweet Bakery Cafe ”. To find out more about Catherine: https://www.catherinegreer.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/catherinegreerauthor/ https://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/life-and-relationships/when-i-let-my-hair-go-grey-go...
Apr 29, 2025•41 min
There are some great hacks to just try retirement before you buy, today my programme producer, Emilia Fuller along with AWARE Super's, Kat McPhee join me to talk through those hacks. This episode is sponsored by AWARE Super Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net Sign up for the Prime Time Podcast Newsletter at www.primetimers.net - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent directly to your inbox every week. Order your copy of Prime Time:...
Apr 23, 2025•29 min
As you may have seen in the headlines, there's been a major cyber incident involving six of Australia's superannuation funds. It's a story that's not only making waves in the financial world but is also raising serious questions about the security of our retirement savings. In this episode, we’re diving into how this all unfolded with Xavier O'Halloran is the CEO of Super Consumers Australia. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net Sign up for the ...
Apr 17, 2025•27 min
We discuss housing in your later years, however that looks. Whether it’s downsizing after kids have moved out, paying off your family home or renting in this volatile market. Joining me is Michael Fotheringham, Managing Director At The Australian Housing And Urban Research Institute. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net Sign up for the Prime Time Podcast Newsletter at www.primetimers.net - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent dire...
Apr 15, 2025•43 min
In this episode of Prime Time, I’m joined by economist Malcolm Wood, Head of Institutional Research and Asset Allocation at Ord Minnett to unpack the uncomfortable question so many retirees and pre-retirees are quietly asking: How bad is this going to get—and how fast could we recover? Markets have been shaky. Super balances are bouncing around. There’s a lot of economic noise in the media right now—headlines full of political chaos, tariff announcements, rate cut speculation, and global uncerta...
Apr 08, 2025•40 min
Have you been thinking you'd want to retire early? In this episode we'll go through the things to consider and reasons people want to retire early. Joining me is Drew Meredith, Wealth Management Expert from Wattle Partners Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net You can find the podcast: @Primetimepod on Instagram @Primetime_podcast on Facebook Sign up for the Primetimers Newsletter at www.primetimers.net - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast ...
Apr 02, 2025•34 min
There’s a price rise coming our way in health insurance on April 1st. It can leave you wondering how heath insurance should feature in your pre-retirement and retirement budget. To answer all your questions, and mine is Sally Tindall, director of data insights at Canstar. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net You can find the podcast: @Primetimepod on Instagram @Primetime_podcast on Facebook Sign up for the Primetimers Newsletter at www.primetime...
Mar 27, 2025•39 min
I’ve had lots of people reaching out with jitters around the impact that Donald Trump’s presidency could have on Australia. In particular, the possibility of Australia’s superannuation being diminished as markets are being disrupted. We break down sequencing risk as we’re fully aware how much of a genuine concern it is for a lot of retirees. With me, the ultimate expertise on Australian super is Mary Delahunty, CEO of the Association of Superannuation Funds Australia Follow us on social media an...
Mar 19, 2025•47 min
Everyone is still waiting for the call, so in this episode, I take a deep dive into the challenges facing midlifers and retirees, breaking them down one by one. Joining me to discuss the political landscape is Shane Wright, senior economics correspondent at The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald . Together, we explore how the two major parties might address each of these issues. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net You can find the podcast: @Prim...
Mar 12, 2025•47 min
This week we look at a case study from someone in the Epic Retirement Community who realised after a consultation that she wasn't properly defining what she wanted from her financial adviser. To help me is David Lane, the State Manager and Senior Adviser at Ord Minnett Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net You can find the podcast: @Primetimepod on Instagram @Primetime_podcast on Facebook Sign up for the Primetimers Newsletter at www.primetimers....
Mar 05, 2025•33 min
I chat with Luke Chippendale from the Caravan Industry Association to uncover the must-know tips for budgeting, planning and making your dream caravanning adventure a reality. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net You can find the podcast: @Primetimepod on Instagram @Primetime_podcast on Facebook Sign up for the Primetimers Newsletter at www.primetimers.net - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent directly to your inbox every week pl...
Feb 26, 2025•38 min
I chat to Professor Jim Nicklin, a semi-retired Professor of Gynaecological Oncology, about his leap from the medical world to pursue his dream of writing a novel - a Psychological thriller no less - called 'U'. Jim is extremely well respected in the medical community in Australia, and he’s still active in teaching, research, mentoring and medical aid work. But today he offers us his practical guide to pursuing a dream in puoblishing. You can find Jim's book on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.co...
Feb 19, 2025•31 min
If you don't want to be one of those leaving super behind, have a listen to Joey Moloney , who is the Deputy Program Director of Grattan Institute's Housing and Economic Security program and I discuss... This conversation started as a back and forth debate in the papers, after Grattan’s report which points out something we all agree on – that Australia’s retirement system is too complex for retirees to navigate and that leaves retirees stressed and lacking the confidence to spend their retiremen...
Feb 13, 2025•44 min
Ever wondered how much you really need to retire or how the age pension fits into the mix for retirement income? Do you want to understand a bit more about the benchmarks really mean for retirees? In this episode of Prime Time, we dive deep into Super Consumers Australia ’s new retirement savings benchmarks with CEO Xavier O’Halloran . But we don’t just cover the numbers for homeowners and Age Pension recipients—we also get a sneak peek into some unreleased data on what retirement looks like for...
Feb 05, 2025•36 min
In this episode, I chat to Terri Bradford who, until recently, was the Head of Wealth Management at Morgans Financial . Not only is she an expert in superannuation and investment strategy planning but she's just been through this transition personally. She speaks candidly about how she knew it was her time to retire after seeing the process from the other side thousands of times in her career. We discuss: Signs someone is ready to retire Filling the hole of work Key financial checkpoints to make...
Jan 29, 2025•39 min
It's the time of year when everyone rejoins the gym and starts to think about a new year diet. In this episode, I chat to Physiologist and weight loss expert Professor Michael Cowley from Monash University about the MYTHS and FACTS of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, that are taking the world by storm. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net You can find the podcast: @Primetimepod on Instagram @Primetime_podcast on Facebook Sign up for the Primetime...
Jan 22, 2025•27 min
Welcome to 2025!!! For the first episode of the year, I sit down with Paul Benson, Certified Financial Planner from Guidance Financial Advice, for his ESSENTIAL New Year financial checklist. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net You can find the podcast: @Primetimepod on Instagram @Primetime_podcast on Facebook Sign up for the Primetimers Newsletter at www.primetimers.net - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent directly to your inbo...
Jan 15, 2025•41 min
In the last episode of 2024, I answer some of your most frequently asked questions and share a handful of your EPIC Prime Time stories! Joining me is program producer, Genevieve Rule. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net You can find the podcast: @Primetimepod on Instagram @Primetime_podcast on Facebook Sign up for the Primetimers Newsletter at www.primetimers.net - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent directly to your inbox every...
Dec 18, 2024•31 min
In this episode, I chat to child psychologist and author Dr.Michael Carr-Gregg to discuss the huge role grandparents are playing in raising the next generation of Aussie kids. We discuss: How parenting has changed over the decades The unpaid babysitters: Setting boundaries as a grandparent Building resilience in kids (and why it's being lost in younger generations) Navigating technology and changing expectations Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers....
Dec 11, 2024•37 min
In this episode, I’m joined by Diana Mousina , Senior Economist at AMP Capital, to unpack the key trends shaping the Australian housing market in 2025 and how these trends might shape your decisions in the months ahead. We discuss how the housing landscape will impact downsizers, investors and anyone in-between. Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net You can find the podcast: @Primetimepod on Instagram @Primetime_podcast on Facebook Sign up for th...
Dec 04, 2024•34 min
