Prime Time with Bec Wilson

Prime Time with Bec Wilson

Prime Time is the ultimate guide to navigating those juicy, potential filled years in the lead up to retirement. Hosted by modern ageing expert Bec Wilson, Prime Time offers no-holds-barred conversations about everything! From relationships and health, to money management and travel, finding out how to live well and live long in your Prime Time. Join Bec as she paves the way for a new generation of restless Australians seeking more from the second half of life!

  1. 20 NOV

    How volunteering can reshape your life in retirement

    In this episode, I sit down with two incredible guests who share the joys and challenges of giving back through volunteering and finding a new purpose in retirement.  Featuring: Inspector Gunnar Hardy, Commander of the SES Liverpool Unit and retiree volunteer David Halliday.  For more information on volunteering with the SES, visit the SES website.  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.

    30 min
  2. 13 NOV

    Why women in Australia are retiring with less - and how to change it

    Today I chat with Debby Blakey, CEO of HESTA, to talk about the big issues, and the big shifts in the world of superannuation - especially for women. Debby shares insights into how HESTA is empowering women to take control of their financial future and make their voices heard.  We explore the specific challenges women face in super, the importance of planning ahead and how digital innovation is helping to bridge the gap.   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.

    23 min
  3. 6 NOV

    The ultimate Prime Time sabbatical

    More and more people are taking career breaks to pursue passions, recharge, and experience life differently - sometimes for months at a time. In this episode, I chat to friend of the program and travel expert Fiona Dalton about her own solo sabbatical in Europe, including:  Attending language school in Italy  Cycling around Croatia  Exploring the hills of Austria Road tripping through the Scottish Highlands The do's and don'ts she learnt along the way Knowing when the time is right  And SO much MORE 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.

    44 min
  4. 30 OCT

    Answering your most frequently asked questions in the lead up to retirement

    In this episode, I chat to 3AW Afternoons presenter Tony Moclair and reveal the answers to the most frequently asked questions I receive about retirement.  I also check in with Jen Harding, General Manager Advice Development and Growth at HESTA, to find out what questions people are asking their Superfund in the lead up to retirement.  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.

    35 min
  5. 23 OCT

    Australia will be cashless in FIVE years: Here's what you need to know

    A cashless future is inevitable: And it's not just me saying it. The percentage of cash transactions in Australia is down to the single digits. So what does phasing out cash look like for Prime Timers? And how do we ensure no one is left behind in the transition?  In this episode - I get TWO views. One from Kylie Hall, QLD Regional Manager at the Commonwealth Bank, and another from economist and cash futurist, Professor Richard Holden.  We address the biggest fears, concerns and MYTHS surrounding digital currency including:  What happens in a natural disaster?  Transaction fees and charges Scams & prevention Busting cash myths “It seems cheap to use cash… but its really not!”   You can find Prof. Richard Holden's book "Money in the Twenty-First Century: Cheap, Mobile, and Digital” at all leading retailers.  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.

    49 min
  6. 16 OCT

    Busting stubborn belly fat in midlife

    This week, we're diving into the topic of stubborn belly fat – why it’s not just an annoyance, but a real concern for your metabolic health, especially in midlife. And more importantly, we’re talking about the practical things you can do about it. I’m joined by Carly Barlow, aka The Metabolic Dietitian. Carly is an Accredited Practising Dietitian, and she’s here to share how a holistic approach to diet and nutrition can help you tackle belly fat and improve your overall health in midlife. This is one of those easy-to-apply nutrition conversations you'll wish you'd heard years ago!   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.

    35 min
  7. 9 OCT

    Your guide to Australia's most beautiful walks: With Brett Godfrey

    Australia is home to some of the world's most spectacular walking trails and multi-day hikes. So, it's high time we started walking in our own backyard and exploring the great outdoors, right here at home. In this episode, I chat to Brett Godfrey, co-founder of the Tasmanian Walking Company about some of the spectacular hikes available in Tassie and beyond.  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.

    38 min

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Prime Time is the ultimate guide to navigating those juicy, potential filled years in the lead up to retirement. Hosted by modern ageing expert Bec Wilson, Prime Time offers no-holds-barred conversations about everything! From relationships and health, to money management and travel, finding out how to live well and live long in your Prime Time. Join Bec as she paves the way for a new generation of restless Australians seeking more from the second half of life!

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