Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century
136 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Multi award-winning weekly health and lifestyle program for senior Aussies. Hosted by entertainment icons and MACA Senior Influencers of the year - Lex Marinos and Patricia 'Little Pattie' Amphlett.
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Full Episode: Unravelling the Mysteries of the Brain
October 04, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MBIn a captivating discussion with hosts Lex & Patricia, Prof Pankaj Sah talks about unravelling the mysteries of the brain. Prof Sah is Director of the Queensland Brain Institute at The University of Queensland where research discoveries, among them the use of ultrasound, show future promise for treating dementia and reversing cognitive decline. Following his own Alzheimer’s diagnosis, rugby league legend Royce Simmons used his story to help others with dementia and, to date, Royce’s Big Wal...
Nostalgia Town: Royce Simmons S3 E14
October 03, 2022 14:00 - 21 minutes - 15.2 MBPenrith Panthers fans have plenty of stars to pick from after back-to-back premierships, but none shines brighter than the club’s legendary Royce Simmons. The former international is in a titanic battle to slow the progress of his Alzheimer’s with a grinding fitness regime and daily mental challenges. But, like the true hero he is, Royce has selflessly turned his misfortune into a benefit for others. Royce's Big Walk has raised over half a million dollars for people dealing with dementia. Th...
Money Extra: Financial Planning for Retirement S3 E14
October 03, 2022 02:00 - 1 minute - 944 KBMoney Extra addresses the commonly asked question about how much money you’ll need in retirement. Unfortunately, retirement expert Noel Whittaker says there are no simple answers! But he does give some good advice to help you figure out your own plan. Thanks for joining us today! Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!) at babyboomersguide.com.au and have your say on our Facebook page
Choosing & Paying for Residential Aged Care
September 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBVisiting an aged care home, sampling the food, checking cleanliness, and observing whether the staff seem happy, are simple ways to judge whether a residential facility is good, bad, or somewhere in between. That's the advice from regular guest, Craig Gear OAM, head of the Older Persons Advocacy Network. He elaborates on these tell-tale signs of quality as well as the online research you can do to help choose residential care. Craig also discusses help services that provide advice on fina...
Choosing & Paying for Residential Aged Care (S3, E13)
September 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBVisiting an aged care home, sampling the food, checking cleanliness, and observing whether the staff seem happy, are simple ways to judge whether a residential facility is good, bad, or somewhere in between. That's the advice from regular guest, Craig Gear OAM, head of the Older Persons Advocacy Network. He elaborates on these tell-tale signs of quality as well as the online research you can do to help choose residential care. Craig also discusses help services that provide advice on fina...
Full Episode: Choosing & Paying for Residential Aged Care
September 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBVisiting an aged care home, sampling the food, checking cleanliness, and observing whether the staff seem happy, are simple ways to judge whether a residential facility is good, bad, or somewhere in between. That's the advice from regular guest, Craig Gear OAM, head of the Older Persons Advocacy Network. He elaborates on these tell-tale signs of quality as well as the online research you can do to help choose residential care. Craig also discusses help services that provide advice on fina...
Nostalgia Town: Val Fell S3 E13
September 26, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBThanks for joining us today! Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!) at babyboomersguide.com.au and have your say on our Facebook page
Money Extra: Elder Financial Abuse S3 E13
September 25, 2022 06:00 - 2 minutes - 1.66 MBTracey West PhD talks about elder financial abuse. Although an issue estimated to affect one in ten people over 65 years, it remains widely under-reported. One reason for that is because abuse is most often perpetrated by an adult family member. Thanks for joining us today! Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!) at babyboomersguide.com.au and have your say on our Facebook page
Full Episode: Pushing Back Against Ageism
September 20, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB“Ageism is not something we have to accept, but it’s not going to end unless we do something about it.” Those sentiments from advocacy campaigner Joel Pringle of EveryAGE Counts, are the focal point for this episode’s conversation. Joel talks about what we can all do to combat prejudices that affect everything from people’s ability to secure work, to equality in health care services. Three generations come together in Jeff’s Café where listeners Lucille, Laurelyn and Lachie discuss their o...
Pushing Back Against Ageism (S3, E11)
September 20, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB“Ageism is not something we have to accept, but it’s not going to end unless we do something about it.” Those sentiments from advocacy campaigner Joel Pringle of EveryAGE Counts, are the focal point for this episode’s conversation. Joel talks about what we can all do to combat prejudices that affect everything from people’s ability to secure work, to equality in health care services. Three generations come together in Jeff’s Café where listeners Lucille, Laurelyn and Lachie discuss their o...
Pushing Back Against Ageism
September 20, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB“Ageism is not something we have to accept, but it’s not going to end unless we do something about it.” Those sentiments from advocacy campaigner Joel Pringle of EveryAGE Counts, are the focal point for this episode’s conversation. Joel talks about what we can all do to combat prejudices that affect everything from people’s ability to secure work, to equality in health care services. Three generations come together in Jeff’s Café where listeners Lucille, Laurelyn and Lachie discuss their o...
Pushing Back Against Ageism (S3, E12)
September 20, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB“Ageism is not something we have to accept, but it’s not going to end unless we do something about it.” Those sentiments from advocacy campaigner Joel Pringle of EveryAGE Counts, are the focal point for this episode’s conversation. Joel talks about what we can all do to combat prejudices that affect everything from people’s ability to secure work, to equality in health care services. Three generations come together in Jeff’s Café where listeners Lucille, Laurelyn and Lachie discuss their o...
Nostalgia Town: John Williamson S3 E12
September 20, 2022 00:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBThanks for joining us today! Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!) at babyboomersguide.com.au and have your say on our Facebook page
Philanthropy - Transforming Lives & Communities (S3, E11)
September 13, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBThe boss of Philanthropy Australia, Jack Heath, tells us how we compare to other countries when it comes to giving to charitable causes. He also talks about bequests and the part that the charitable dollar plays in transforming lives and communities. On the flip side, in Jeff’s Café, listeners consider their own attitudes to philanthropy and put forward viewpoints that include increasing taxes to replace the need for donations. Feminist, journalist and author, Dr Anne Summers AO joins us f...
Philanthropy - Transforming Lives & Communities
September 13, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBThe boss of Philanthropy Australia, Jack Heath, tells us how we compare to other countries when it comes to giving to charitable causes. He also talks about bequests and the part that the charitable dollar plays in transforming lives and communities. On the flip side, in Jeff’s Café, listeners consider their own attitudes to philanthropy and put forward viewpoints that include increasing taxes to replace the need for donations. Feminist, journalist and author, Dr Anne Summers AO joins us f...
Overcoming Anxiety & Depression (S3, E10)
September 06, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBMental health is top of mind this week as we lead in to RU OK Day and World Suicide Prevention Day. Is it possible to prevent anxiety and depression - the leading cause of suicide? According to Macquarie University's Prof Viviana Wuthrich, the answer is 'yes'. Her Ageing Wisely program, widely adopted in clinical settings, has demonstrable results in overcoming anxiety and depression in seniors. In Nostalgia Town, we catch up with Leslie William Morrison, aka Lucky Starr. An Australi...
Overcoming Anxiety & Depression
September 06, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBMental health is top of mind this week as we lead in to RU OK Day and World Suicide Prevention Day. Is it possible to prevent anxiety and depression - the leading cause of suicide? According to Macquarie University's Prof Viviana Wuthrich, the answer is 'yes'. Her Ageing Wisely program, widely adopted in clinical settings, has demonstrable results in overcoming anxiety and depression in seniors. In Nostalgia Town, we catch up with Leslie William Morrison, aka Lucky Starr. An Australi...
Overcoming Anxiety & Depression (S3, E9)
September 06, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBMental health is top of mind this week as we lead in to RU OK Day and World Suicide Prevention Day. Is it possible to prevent anxiety and depression - the leading cause of suicide? According to Macquarie University's Prof Viviana Wuthrich, the answer is 'yes'. Her Ageing Wisely program, widely adopted in clinical settings, has demonstrable results in overcoming anxiety and depression in seniors. In Nostalgia Town, we catch up with Leslie William Morrison, aka Lucky Starr. An Australi...
Women's Health Across the Generations (S3, E9)
August 30, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBWith Women’s Health Week coming up on 5 September, we take a timely look at fascinating longitudinal research that tracks the health of women from their 40s through to their 70s. University of Newcastle’s Emeritus Professor Julie Byles AO spent some 30 years studying women at the leading edge of the Baby Boomer generation, as well as women of their mothers’ generation. The recently released study - Health & Wellbeing for Women born 1946-1951 - surveyed 12,432 women. It reveals, says Byles...
Women's Health Across the Generations
August 30, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBWith Women’s Health Week coming up on 5 September, we take a timely look at fascinating longitudinal research that tracks the health of women from their 40s through to their 70s. University of Newcastle’s Emeritus Professor Julie Byles AO spent some 30 years studying women at the leading edge of the Baby Boomer generation, as well as women of their mothers’ generation. The recently released study - Health & Wellbeing for Women born 1946-1951 - surveyed 12,432 women. It reveals, says Byles...
Understanding Home Care
August 23, 2022 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBCEO of the Older Persons Advocacy Network, Craig Gear OAM, helps us understand the ins and outs of Home Care - how it’s accessed, who’s responsible and who pays for what. And, he tells us where to get help when the system fails to deliver. Queen of the Dim Sim, Elizabeth Chong AM joins us on Nostalgia Town and gives us a delicious glimpse into how she pioneered and cultivated our love of Chinese food. Chong forever changed the kitchens of a nation with some 35,000 students passing through h...
Understanding Home Care (S3, E8)
August 23, 2022 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBCEO of the Older Persons Advocacy Network, Craig Gear OAM, helps us understand the ins and outs of Home Care - how it’s accessed, who’s responsible and who pays for what. And, he tells us where to get help when the system fails to deliver. Queen of the Dim Sim, Elizabeth Chong AM joins us on Nostalgia Town and gives us a delicious glimpse into how she pioneered and cultivated our love of Chinese food. Chong forever changed the kitchens of a nation with some 35,000 students passing through h...
Vietnam Veterans & the Ongoing Battles
August 16, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBOn 18 August, Australia commemorates Vietnam Veterans' Day on the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan in 1966. Max Ball, President of the Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia, opens up about the ongoing battles faced by ex combat troops and their families, ranging from the devastating health effects of Agent Orange to suicides. In Nostalgia Town, we're joined by Logie Award-winning actress and cultural icon - Noeline Brown. She talks about her long career in acting, her book on t...
Vietnam Veterans & the Ongoing Battles (S3, E7)
August 16, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBOn 18 August, Australia commemorates Vietnam Veterans' Day on the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan in 1966. Max Ball, President of the Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia, opens up about the ongoing battles faced by ex combat troops and their families, ranging from the devastating health effects of Agent Orange to suicides. In Nostalgia Town, we're joined by Logie Award-winning actress and cultural icon - Noeline Brown. She talks about her long career in acting, her book on t...
Combating Media Portrayal of Ageing (S3, E6)
August 09, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBTake the deep foundation of knowledge of older workers, combined with fresh ideas and enthusiasm of younger workers, and you have a potent combination, presenting an abundance of rewards for employers. Dr Natasha Ginnivan from the University of NSW’s Ageing Futures Institute talks about that research revelation as well as the media diet that has entrenched negative perceptions of older people. In Nostalgia Town we talk with trailblazing journalist, Kerry O’Brien about his early years, thoug...
Combating Media Portrayal of Ageing (S3, E5)
August 09, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBTake the deep foundation of knowledge of older workers, combined with fresh ideas and enthusiasm of younger workers, and you have a potent combination, presenting an abundance of rewards for employers. Dr Natasha Ginnivan from the University of NSW’s Ageing Futures Institute talks about that research revelation as well as the media diet that has entrenched negative perceptions of older people. In Nostalgia Town we talk with trailblazing journalist, Kerry O’Brien about his early years, thoug...
Combating Media Portrayal of Ageing
August 09, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBTake the deep foundation of knowledge of older workers, combined with fresh ideas and enthusiasm of younger workers, and you have a potent combination, presenting an abundance of rewards for employers. Dr Natasha Ginnivan from the University of NSW’s Ageing Futures Institute talks about that research revelation as well as the media diet that has entrenched negative perceptions of older people. In Nostalgia Town we talk with trailblazing journalist, Kerry O’Brien about his early years, thoug...
Confronting a Changed Climate (S3, E5)
August 08, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBIn this episode, we’re joined by Professor Claudia Baldwin. She talks about the challenges of adapting to climate change and how the effects are most acutely felt by the most vulnerable people in society. Prof Baldwin discusses practical planning methods to deal with the changing climate. In Nostalgia Town, we welcome show biz royalty - the inspirational Toni Lamond - singer, actress, cabaret performer and comedian. Then, we get serious in Money Extra, when Alice Mantel tells us all thing...
Confronting a Changed Climate
August 08, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBIn this episode, we’re joined by Professor Claudia Baldwin. She talks about the challenges of adapting to climate change and how the effects are most acutely felt by the most vulnerable people in society. Prof Baldwin discusses practical planning methods to deal with the changing climate. In Nostalgia Town, we welcome show biz royalty - the inspirational Toni Lamond - singer, actress, cabaret performer and comedian. Then, we get serious in Money Extra, when Alice Mantel tells us all thing...
Grey Nomad - Travel Journeys (S3, E4)
July 26, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBEach year, 2.6 million road trips are taken by Australia’s Grey Nomads. In this episode, we talk about the joys and perils of Grey Nomad journeys with the NRMA's Kris Ashton - a keen observer of Australians’ domestic travel habits. And, in Nostalgia Town…"Love is In the Air"! We chat with pop icon, John Paul Young, about life and music. In Money Extra, we focus on countering the burgeoning cost of living with well-informed tips from Liam Kennedy of CHOICE. And, for Steppin' Out, we vis...
Grey Nomad - Travel Journeys
July 26, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBEach year, 2.6 million road trips are taken by Australia’s Grey Nomads. In this episode, we talk about the joys and perils of Grey Nomad journeys with the NRMA's Kris Ashton - a keen observer of Australians’ domestic travel habits. And, in Nostalgia Town…"Love is In the Air"! We chat with pop icon, John Paul Young, about life and music. In Money Extra, we focus on countering the burgeoning cost of living with well-informed tips from Liam Kennedy of CHOICE. And, for Steppin' Out, we vis...
Senior Sex, Relationships & Romance
July 19, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBDrawing on her PhD research, Dr Sue Malta dispels myths surrounding sex in our senior years and talks about the rise in new late-life romantic relationships. Our special Nostalgia Town guest for the 50th anniversary edition of Baby Boomers Guide is media matriarch and chair of the ABC, Ita Buttrose. Ita reflects on her fascinating life and a career which began as a copygirl in Packer's media empire. She talks too about the special place that the ABC holds in the hearts and minds of Austr...
Senior Sex, Relationships & Romance (S3, E3)
July 19, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBDrawing on her PhD research, Dr Sue Malta dispels myths surrounding sex in our senior years and talks about the rise in new late-life romantic relationships. Our special Nostalgia Town guest for the 50th anniversary edition of Baby Boomers Guide is media matriarch and chair of the ABC, Ita Buttrose. Ita reflects on her fascinating life and a career which began as a copygirl in Packer's media empire. She talks too about the special place that the ABC holds in the hearts and minds of Austr...
Crisis in Residential Aged Care (S3, E2)
July 12, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MBNationally, 1.3 million seniors receive aged care services. Lex Marinos and Patricia 'Little Pattie' Amphlett talk with CEO of Aged and Community Services of Australia, Paul Sadler. He explains aspects of accessing the system and discusses the acute work force crisis which has had such a devastating impact on care. In our Nostalgia Town segment we chat with the inspirational Val Dempsey, 2022 Australian Senior of the Year. The 71-year-old has dedicated her adult life to volunteering with St...
Crisis in Residential Aged Care
July 12, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MBNationally, 1.3 million seniors receive aged care services. Lex Marinos and Patricia 'Little Pattie' Amphlett talk with CEO of Aged and Community Services of Australia, Paul Sadler. He explains aspects of accessing the system and discusses the acute work force crisis which has had such a devastating impact on care. In our Nostalgia Town segment we chat with the inspirational Val Dempsey, 2022 Australian Senior of the Year. The 71-year-old has dedicated her adult life to volunteering with St...
NAIDOC Week + What's Good For You?
July 05, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBIn the opening episode of Season 3, we celebrate NAIDOC Week with renowned indigenous activist, Professor Gary Foley. An Aboriginal Gumbainggir man, Gary is an academic, writer and actor, best known for establishing the Aboriginal Tent Embassy in Canberra in 1972 and the Aboriginal Legal Service in Sydney. Lex Marinos and Patricia 'Little Pattie' Amphlett also talk this week about what's good for you with the delightful and very clever Dr Norman Swan. He tells us what we need to do to ge...
NAIDOC Week + What's Good For You?
July 05, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBIn the opening episode of Season 3, we celebrate NAIDOC Week with renowned indigenous activist, Professor Gary Foley. An Aboriginal Gumbainggir man, Gary is an academic, writer and actor, best known for establishing the Aboriginal Tent Embassy in Canberra in 1972 and the Aboriginal Legal Service in Sydney. Lex Marinos and Patricia 'Little Pattie' Amphlett also talk this week about what's good for you with the delightful and very clever Dr Norman Swan. He tells us what we need to do to ge...
NAIDOC Week + What's Good For You? (S3 E1)
July 05, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBIn the opening episode of Season 3, we celebrate NAIDOC Week with renowned indigenous activist, Professor Gary Foley. An Aboriginal Gumbainggir man, Gary is an academic, writer and actor, best known for establishing the Aboriginal Tent Embassy in Canberra in 1972 and the Aboriginal Legal Service in Sydney. Lex Marinos and Patricia 'Little Pattie' Amphlett also talk this week about what's good for you with the delightful and very clever Dr Norman Swan. He tells us what we need to do to ge...
Golden Moments from Season 2
June 23, 2022 03:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBPresenters Patricia "Little Pattie" Amphlett and Lex Marinos were tickled pink by the who's who of amazing guests that graced the show in 2021. Executive Producer, Jeff Furolo headed to the edit suite to bring you golden moments that will make you laugh and cry. In this Nostalgia Town retrospective, you'll hear from iconic Aussies and luminaries of the arts world including - David Williamson, Ken Done, Andrew Denton, Tom Keneally, Kathy Lette, Marcia Hines, Meredith Burgmann, Sir Peter Cosg...
Season Finale: Social Change & Ageing in Australia
December 21, 2021 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBToday Lex & Patricia speak with social researcher Hugh Mackay about social change & ageing in Australia. Then Brian, Faye & Jude chat together about this in Jeff’s Cafe. For this final episode of season 2, instead of our usual Nostalgia Town segment, we revisit our favourite moments with our wonderful guests. On Your Two Cents Worth, Lex & Patricia speak with Rachel Waterhouse of the Australian Shareholders Association about investment planning. You can find longer versions of each segme...
Three decades of Australian popular culture: 50s, 60s & 70s
December 14, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBToday Lex & Patricia speak with Jeff about Australian popular culture of the 50s, 60s & 70s. Then David Williamson, Meredith Burgmann and Reg Mombassa chat together about this in Jeff’s Cafe. In Nostalgia Town, we speak with author, podcaster & Older Women’s Network Ambassador Caroline Baum about growing up on Abbey Road and her love of books. On Your Two Cents Worth, we speak with energy savings specialist Rob Murray-Leach. You can find longer versions of each segment and other links on ...
Sexual Diversity & Ageing in Australia
December 07, 2021 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBToday Lex speaks with ACON reps Russ Gluyas and Claire Allen about sexual diversity & ageing in Australia. Then Eliese, Jacquay and Trevor chat together about this in Jeff’s Cafe. In Nostalgia Town, we speak with Australian social researcher and author Hugh Mackay about growing up in north Sydney and how his love of people’s stories drew him into social research. On Your Two Cents Worth, we speak with Uta Mihm from Choice about private health insurance. You can find longer versions of eac...
Losing a Child in Later Life
November 30, 2021 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBToday Patricia speaks with CEO of the Australian Centre for Grief & Bereavement Chris Hall about losing a child in later life. Then Bryan, Lucille & Phillip chat together about this in Jeff’s Cafe. In Nostalgia Town, we speak with Baby Boomers Guide presenter Lex Marinos about growing up in Wagga and falling in love with Australian pop. On Your Two Cents Worth, Lex & Patricia speak with Elliot Rosen of the Energy Efficiency Council about renewable energy. You can find longer versions of e...
Longevity
November 23, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBToday Lex & Patricia speak with Professor Andrea Maier about longevity. Then Brian, Mike & Trish chat together about this in Jeff’s Cafe. In Nostalgia Town, we speak with award-winning singer Marcia Hines, who came to Australia aged 16 to perform in Hair. On Your Two Cents Worth, Lex & Patricia speak with Fiona Balzer from the Australian Shareholders Association on ’Shares 101’. You can find longer versions of each segment and other links on the website. Links for this episode: Longev...
Transition to Retirement
November 16, 2021 04:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBToday Lex & Patricia speak with Macquarie University Professor Jo Earl about transitioning to retirement. Then Jude, Karen & Mike chat together about this in Jeff’s Cafe. In Nostalgia Town, we speak with the founder of the Bell Shakespeare Theatre, John Bell about growing up in Maitland and being transformed in his childhood by a travelling tent show. On Your Two Cents Worth, Lex & Patricia speak with Lelde Smits from the Australian Shareholders Association on ‘wInvest’ – Women’s Investmen...
Kindness & Ageing
November 09, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBToday Lex & Patricia speak with Dr Catherine Barrett from Celebrate Ageing about Kindness & Ageing. Then Gary, Joseph & Lucille chat together about this in Jeff’s Cafe. In Nostalgia Town, we speak with Petrea King, author and CEO of Quest For Life Foundation, about growing up in Sydney and caring from a very young age, looking after joeys, orphaned on busy roads. On Your Two Cents Worth, Lex & Patricia speak with Patrick Veyret from Choice about the risks of Time Share. You can find longe...
The Economy & Ageing in Australia
November 02, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBToday Lex & Patricia speak with Fairfax economics commentator Ross Gittins about the economy & ageing. Then Beverly, Gary, & Lorne chat together about this in Jeff’s Cafe. In Nostalgia Town, we speak with Daddy Cool front-man Ross Wilson about growing up in Melbourne and the fiftieth anniversary of Australian Pop masterpiece, ‘Eagle Rock’. On Your Two Cents Worth, Lex speaks with the chair of the Australian Energy Regulator, Clare Savage, about getting the best energy deals. You can find ...
Sexuality, relationships & ageing
October 26, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBToday Lex & Patricia speak with Professor Marita McCabe about sexuality and relationships as we age. Then Gary, Lucille & Trish chat together about this in Jeff’s Cafe. In Nostalgia Town, we speak with Aboriginal Australian MP, Linda Burney, about growing up in Wiradjuri country and meeting her father for the first time at age 27. On Your Two Cents Worth, Lex & Patricia speak with Deputy Commissioner of the ACCC, Delia Rickard about investment scams. You can find longer versions of each ...
Age Discrimination in Australia
October 19, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBToday Lex speaks with Age Discrimination Commissioner Dr Kay Patterson about The Human Rights Commission report into ageism in Australia. Then Beverly, Gary & Joseph chat together about this in Jeff’s Cafe. In Nostalgia Town, we speak with Australian playwright David Williamson about growing up in Melbourne, and his personal journey, travelling north. On Your Two Cents Worth, Lex & Patricia speak with Patrick Veyret from Choice about banks & older Australians. You can find longer versions...
Grief, Bereavement & Ageing in Australia
October 12, 2021 00:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBToday Lex & Patricia speak with Janice Butera from the Australian Centre for Grief & Bereavement. Then Beverly, Gary, & Trish chat together in Jeff’s Cafe. In Nostalgia Town Lex talks to Patricia ‘Little Pattie’ Amphlett about growing up in Mascot and her deep affection for Australia’s Vietnam veterans. On Your Two Cents Worth, Lex & Patricia speak with Jen Lewis from the Financial Rights Legal Service about insurance & ageing in Australia. You can find longer versions of each segment and...