Prime Time with Bec Wilson

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-good-things-started-to-happen-20250312-p5lizk.html    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: 27 rules for the new midlife here: https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Or follow Bec on social here:  @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Read Bec’s syndicated newspaper column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here: https://www.smh.com.au/by/bec-wilson-p536ww   NEARING RETIREMENT?  Join The Epic Retirement Club – on Facebook. facebook.com/groups/epicretire  Sign up for the Epic Retirement weekly newsletter at epicretirement.net  Get Bec Wilson’s bestselling book How to Have an Epic Retirement to learn about the six pillars of an epic retirement as you approach and prepare for your future retirement years. https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her work See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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: 27 rules for the new midlife here: https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Or follow Bec on social here:  @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Read Bec’s syndicated newspaper column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here: https://www.smh.com.au/by/bec-wilson-p536ww   NEARING RETIREMENT?  Join The Epic Retirement Club – on Facebook. facebook.com/groups/epicretire  Sign up for the Epic Retirement weekly newsletter at epicretirement.net  Get Bec Wilson’s bestselling book How to Have an Epic Retirement to learn about the six pillars of an epic retirement as you approach and prepare for your future retirement years. https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her work See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 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: 27 rules for the new midlife here: https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Or follow Bec on social here:  @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Read Bec’s syndicated newspaper column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here: https://www.smh.com.au/by/bec-wilson-p536ww   NEARING RETIREMENT?  Join The Epic Retirement Club – on Facebook. facebook.com/groups/epicretire  Sign up for the Epic Retirement weekly newsletter at epicretirement.net  Get Bec Wilson’s bestselling book How to Have an Epic Retirement to learn about the six pillars of an epic retirement as you approach and prepare for your future retirement years. https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her work See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 directly to your inbox every week.   Order your copy of Prime Time: 27 rules for the new midlife here: https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Or follow Bec on social here:  @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Read Bec’s syndicated newspaper column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here: https://www.smh.com.au/by/bec-wilson-p536ww   NEARING RETIREMENT?  Join The Epic Retirement Club – on Facebook. facebook.com/groups/epicretire  Sign up for the Epic Retirement weekly newsletter at epicretirement.net  Get Bec Wilson’s bestselling book How to Have an Epic Retirement to learn about the six pillars of an epic retirement as you approach and prepare for your future retirement years. https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her work See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 uncertainty. It’s hard to know what’s signal and what’s just noise. Malcolm offers a calm, clear, and surprisingly optimistic take on what’s going on—and what it all means for investors, especially those nearing or in retirement. We dig into the ripple effects of Trump 2.0 and why this version of Trumpism is landing faster and harder than many expected. Malcolm talks through six big themes he’s tracking in the global economy right now, and how they affect everything from currency markets to property prices to your super fund's performance. We also look at Australia’s economic position, our unique vulnerabilities in a world shifting away from China and towards more protectionist trade settings, and what the potential outcomes of our own looming federal election could mean for market reforms. If you’re managing your finances carefully in the second half of life—and you’re wondering whether this rough patch will last—this episode is packed with practical insights and a grounded view of where we’re heading next.   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: 27 rules for the new midlife here: https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Or follow Bec on social here:  @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Read Bec’s syndicated newspaper column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here: https://www.smh.com.au/by/bec-wilson-p536ww   NEARING RETIREMENT?  Join The Epic Retirement Club – on Facebook. facebook.com/groups/epicretire  Sign up for the Epic Retirement weekly newsletter at epicretirement.net  Get Bec Wilson’s bestselling book How to Have an Epic Retirement to learn about the six pillars of an epic retirement as you approach and prepare for your future retirement years. https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her work See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 notes sent directly to your inbox every week plus all our helpful articles and updates.  Or follow and learn more about Bec Wilson @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Or read her syndicated column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here Nearing retirement?  Join the Retirement Dreaming: Epic Retirement Facebook Group Sign up for the Epic Retirement weekly newsletter at epicretirement.net  Get Bec Wilson’s bestselling book How to Have an Epic Retirement to learn about the six pillars of an epic retirement as you approach and prepare for your future retirement years. Now available - order here Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.primetimers.net  - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent directly to your inbox every week plus all our helpful articles and updates.  Or follow and learn more about Bec Wilson @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Or read her syndicated column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here Nearing retirement?  Join the Retirement Dreaming: Epic Retirement Facebook Group Sign up for the Epic Retirement weekly newsletter at epicretirement.net  Get Bec Wilson’s bestselling book How to Have an Epic Retirement to learn about the six pillars of an epic retirement as you approach and prepare for your future retirement years. Now available - order here Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 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 plus all our helpful articles and updates.  Or follow and learn more about Bec Wilson @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Or read her syndicated column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here Nearing retirement?  Join the Retirement Dreaming: Epic Retirement Facebook Group Sign up for the Epic Retirement weekly newsletter at epicretirement.net  Get Bec Wilson’s bestselling book How to Have an Epic Retirement to learn about the six pillars of an epic retirement as you approach and prepare for your future retirement years. Now available - order here Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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:  @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 plus all our helpful articles and updates.  Or follow and learn more about Bec Wilson @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Or read her syndicated column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here Nearing retirement?  Join the Retirement Dreaming: Epic Retirement Facebook Group Sign up for the Epic Retirement weekly newsletter at epicretirement.net  Get Bec Wilson’s bestselling book How to Have an Epic Retirement to learn about the six pillars of an epic retirement as you approach and prepare for your future retirement years. Now available - order here Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.net  - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent directly to your inbox every week plus all our helpful articles and updates.  Or follow and learn more about Bec Wilson @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Or read her syndicated column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here Nearing retirement?  Join the Retirement Dreaming: Epic Retirement Facebook Group Sign up for the Epic Retirement weekly newsletter at epicretirement.net  Get Bec Wilson’s bestselling book How to Have an Epic Retirement to learn about the six pillars of an epic retirement as you approach and prepare for your future retirement years. Now available - order here Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.