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Steppin' Out - Brisbane, Queensland S3 E19

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - November 08, 2022 03:00 - 23 minutes
Our special Steppin’ Out guest this week is Gary Thorpe OAM from Brisbane, Queensland. Gary has been General Manager of classical music radio station 4MBS since 1989 and was a founder of the station.  He has played an influential role on the Brisbane arts scene as instigator of classical music ...

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Money Extra: Costly Gambling Addictions S3 E19

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - November 08, 2022 03:00 - 1 minute
In Money Extra’ we talk about gambling and recognising the difference between harmless fun and addiction. We also look at the vulnerability of seniors to addiction and the lures used by gaming venues to encourage spending. Thanks for joining us today! Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!...

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Full Episode: Healthy Online Advice

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - November 01, 2022 04:00 - 17 minutes
Is ‘Dr Google’ your go-to source of health advice?  Healthdirect.gov.au offers a reassuring alternative with medical information you can count on to be accurate and current. Dr Nirvana Luckraj, Chief Medical Officer of healthdirect.gov.au is an expert in clinical artificial intelligence and dig...

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Nostalgia Town: Robert Tickner S3 E18

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - November 01, 2022 02:00 - 27 minutes
In Nostalgia Town  we chat with Robert Tickner AO. A former minister in Hawke and Keating  governments, Tickner is an author, humanitarian campaigner and an advocate for nuclear weapons bans and prison reform. Thanks for joining us today! Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!) at babyboom...

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Money Extra: Which tax would you rather pay? S3 E18

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - November 01, 2022 01:00 - 1 minute
Which tax would you rather pay? In this Money Extra segment, Noel Whittaker AM talks about retiree tax options and effective tax strategy. 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

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Full Episode: Catching Up With Technology

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 25, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour
Christine David from IT 4 Retirees speaks about the challenges and rewards of catching  up with technology in our senior years.  The ‘digital divide’ cut deeply during COVID restrictions. The ‘haves’ were able to connect with loved ones on screens, shop online, check-in to venues on smartphones...

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Nostalgia Town: Margret RoadKnight S3 E17

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 25, 2022 04:00 - 21 minutes
In Nostalgia Town, we meet Margret RoadKnight. Renowned for her powerful vocals and wide-ranging roots-based repertoire, Margret is a multi award winning singer-guitarist who has thrived for decades outside the mainstream music scene. She has sung blues, jazz, gospel, folk, comedy, and is known ...

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Money Extra: Diversification is the Key S3 E17

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 25, 2022 04:00 - 2 minutes
In challenging financial times, how do you best manage and safeguard your investments? Financial coach Marc Bineham talks to us for Money Extra and promotes the advantages of diversifying. Thanks for joining us today! Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!) at babyboomersguide.com.au and h...

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Full Episode: Aged Care - What Does it Cost?

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 18, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour
Rodney Lewis, a pioneer of elder law, shares his knowledge on costs related to aged care and talks about discrimination and human rights issues faced by people in the residential care system. In Nostalgia Town, we meet up with Prof Ian Frazer AO who has saved countless lives through his researc...

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Nostalgia Town: Ian Frazer S3 E16

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 18, 2022 03:00 - 15 minutes
In Nostalgia Town, we meet up with Prof Ian Frazer AO who has saved countless lives through his research that led to the development of a vaccine that prevents cervical cancer. Thanks for joining us today! Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!) at babyboomersguide.com.au and have your say...

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Money Extra: Saving on Insurance S3 E16

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 18, 2022 02:00 - 2 minutes
In Money Extra, Prof Michael Sherris tells us how we can get a better deal to counter the escalating costs of insurance premiums. A Professor in the University of NSW’s School of Risk and Actuarial Studies, Sherris is a Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries of Australia, the Institute of Actuarie...

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Full Episode: Love Your Eyes - World Sight Day 2022

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 11, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour
For World Sight Day on 13 October, we turn our attention to the conditions that can affect the eye - from the readily treatable to those that cause blindness. Renowned ophthalmologist and senior university lecturer, Dr Con Petsoglou joins Lex & Patricia to talk about eye problems caused by agei...

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Love Your Eyes - World Sight Day 2022

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 11, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour
Full Episode - For World Sight Day on 13 October, we turn our attention to the conditions that can affect the eye - from the readily treatable to those that cause blindness. Renowned ophthalmologist and senior university lecturer, Dr Con Petsoglou joins Lex & Patricia to talk about eye problem...

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The Rev Bill Crews: Nostalgia Town S3 E15

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 11, 2022 04:00 - 19 minutes
Living treasure, the Rev Bill Crews AM joins us in Nostalgia Town. The  much-loved Australian, who has spent his entire adult life in the service of others, is a passionate supporter of the homeless and the needy. Thanks for joining us today! Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!) at baby...

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Nostalgia Town: Rev. Bill Crews S3 E15

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 11, 2022 04:00 - 19 minutes
Living treasure, the Rev Bill Crews AM joins us in Nostalgia Town. The  much-loved Australian, who has spent his entire adult life in the service of others, is a passionate supporter of the homeless and the needy. Thanks for joining us today! Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!) at baby...

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Money Extra: Investment Planning S3 E15

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 11, 2022 04:00 - 1 minute
Rachel Waterhouse from the Australian Shareholders Association explains the benefits of having a financial plan and tells us what we need to take into account when reviewing or drawing up a plan. Thanks for joining us today! Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!) at babyboomersguide.com.a...

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S3 E14 Royce Simmons - Nostalgia Town

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 06, 2022 13:00 - 21 minutes
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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Unravelling the Mysteries of the Brain

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 04, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour
In 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 ...

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Unravelling the Mysteries of the Brain (S3, E13)

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 04, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour
In 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 ...

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Unravelling the Mysteries of the Brain (S3, E14)

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 04, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour
In 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 ...

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Full Episode: Unravelling the Mysteries of the Brain

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 04, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour
In 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 ...

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Nostalgia Town: Royce Simmons S3 E14

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 03, 2022 14:00 - 21 minutes
Penrith 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 chall...

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Money Extra: Financial Planning for Retirement S3 E14

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - October 03, 2022 02:00 - 1 minute
Money 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...

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Choosing & Paying for Residential Aged Care

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - September 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour
Visiting 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 Advocac...

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Choosing & Paying for Residential Aged Care (S3, E13)

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - September 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour
Visiting 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 Advocac...

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Full Episode: Choosing & Paying for Residential Aged Care

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - September 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour
Visiting 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 Advocac...

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Nostalgia Town: Val Fell S3 E13

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - September 26, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutes
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Money Extra: Elder Financial Abuse S3 E13

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - September 25, 2022 06:00 - 2 minutes
Tracey 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 Pod...

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Full Episode: Pushing Back Against Ageism

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - September 20, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour
“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 a...

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Pushing Back Against Ageism (S3, E11)

Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century - September 20, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour
“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 a...

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