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.

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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!

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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.

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How do you know when enough is enough? Do you have enough money to retire on, comfortably? Have you had enough of work, or the job you're in?

In this episode, I chat to program producer Genevieve Rule to give you my guidelines for working out your own 'enough number'.

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This week I'm chatting with internationally renowned and bestselling author, Maddy Dychtwald, author of the new book ‘Ageless Aging: A Woman's Guide to Increasing Healthspan, Brainspan, and Lifespan’

You can find Maddy's book here: https://amzn.to/3MT6q1T

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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!

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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.

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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

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