Prime Time with Bec Wilson

This week’s episode is a big one! I’m joined by Kate Thwaites MP, the new Assistant Minister for Ageing, Social Security, and Women. We discuss the latest age pension changes and what the future might hold for the pension system. If you’re planning to rely on the age pension or just curious about the additional benefits as you approach retirement—like the Pension Concession Card, Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, or Rent Assistance—this is a must-listen! 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 work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In todays episode, certified financial planner Paul Benson from Guidance Financial Services reveals his ultimate checklist - what he wants every client to think about before attending their meeting with a financial planner.  We discuss how to prepare for your meeting, what questions you need to ask yourself first AND what you should be asking your planner.  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 work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Prime Time we explore how our most important relationships change in midlife and how we can connect better with our partner as these changes occur. I’m talking with Senior Psychologist Nahum Kozak from Lighthouse Relationships who has a lifetime of wisdom, empathy and expertise in this area, working with couples during this transitionary phase.  We unpack the shifts and changes that relationships undergo as we transition from working life to retirement. You can find Nahum Kozak at: https://www.lighthouserelationships.com.au 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 work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Prime Time, we dive into the art of taking a midlife sabbatical with Mel Pike. At 53, Mel took extended leave from her public service role and spent five months living in Thailand, using the time to decompress and rediscover what she wanted from the next stage of her life. We’ll explore her entire journey, from how she saved for it to what she did during her stay.  You can find Mel's book, 'Doing Life Differently in Thailand' here:  https://amzn.to/3yWawmo 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 work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Prime Time, I’m joined by Dr. Nick Coatsworth — an infectious disease and respiratory physician, former Deputy Chief Medical Officer, and the host of the TV show Do You Want to Live Forever? We’re diving into the science and medical advancements in ageing and longevity, and exploring what we can all do to make the most of our prime time years. 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 work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode I sit down with Jane Mathews—author, advocate for solo living, and proud single woman—to chat about her book, The Art of Living Alone and Loving It. We dive into the perks and pitfalls of living solo in your Prime Time, and let me tell you, nothing’s off the table in this conversation! We discuss: The reality vs. social perception of solo living Mental strength and tools for navigating loneliness Skills, goal-setting, and self-acceptance Mindset shifts and embracing solo living Enjoying your own company  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 work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In retirement phase, there’s simply no government benchmarks for reviewing the performance of your superannuation fund and the fees they charge. This makes it challenging for retirees to evaluate whether their retirement phase funds really are performing. So this week we’re talking to Ian Fryer from Chant West about the best performing funds in the 2023/24 financial year.   We talk about the investment returns of the best performing funds over 1 year and 10 year horizons. And, we talk about how you should be evaluating your fund’s performance with this information.   Keep an eye out, I’ll be publishing a special release of the best performing super funds for 2023/24  in The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald, Brisbane Times and WA Today and on the Epic Retirement newsletter this weekend.  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 work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode I bring YOUR most frequently asked finance questions directly to certified financial planner PAUL BENSON, from Guidance Financial Services. We discuss: What is considered a reasonable annual fee to see a reputable financial advisor Mortgage v. Super Financial pros and cons of early retirement Finding confidence to front end load spending on experiences Pros & cons of leaving your super invested in its current option  Planning for costs associated with ageing    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 work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dementia is the second leading cause of death in Australia and is rapidly approaching the number one spot. Most people in the second half of life start to worry about their cognition, knowing it is directly tied to our quality of life. In this episode, I chat with Dr. Daniel Blackmore, Research Fellow at the Queensland Brain Institute and one of the leaders behind a groundbreaking new study. This study shows that a specific type of exercise—high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on a walking machine—can improve your brain’s cognitive function and reduce your risk of dementia for up to five years, after just a six-month burst of activity.  This research could fundamentally shift why we exercise in our Prime Time—from focusing on weight management and mobility to boosting our cognitive power. Today, we dive into the science behind this discovery, and what we can all take away from the research and apply to our own lives - if we dare. 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 work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered if you were having a midlife crisis? And HOW you might navigate it and come out the other side a better version of yourself? In this episode I speak to psychologist and psychotherapist Dr.Julie Hannan, author of the 'Midlife Crisis Handbook: Finding Direction in the Second Half of Life'. We delve into the intricacies of the midlife crisis, getting a deeper understand of what it is, how to recognise it and how to OVERCOME one. 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 work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.