Prime Time with Bec Wilson

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Joanna McMillan, author of 'The Fibre Factor', to unpack the groundbreaking science linking fibre to a stronger & healthier body.  Dr. McMillan is a PhD-qualified nutrition scientist, dietitian, food futurist and one of Australia’s most trusted health experts. You can find Joanna's book at all good retailers and online here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Fibre-Factor-Science-backed-Healthier-Stronger/dp/1761356720See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conflict in the Middle East has disrupted airspace across one of the world’s biggest travel hubs, leaving many Australians wondering whether they should cancel their upcoming trips.  In this urgent episode, I speak with travel expert Fiona Dalton to unpack what’s actually happening with global travel right now, who is affected, and what travellers should do before making any big decisions. Fiona explains why the disruption is largely centred around Middle Eastern transit hubs such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha, what options travellers have if their flights are impacted, and why cancelling too early could actually leave you worse off financially. The key message: stay calm, stay connected to your airline, and don’t rush into cancelling your trip but make sure you understand your options.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should we be worried about oil, markets and war? I catch up with Diana Mousina, Deputy Chief Economist at AMP for a market update. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve ever looked at your super fund and thought, “Is this actually delivering for my retirement… or just delivering great ads?”  then this episode is for you. Today is a major update to the Epic Retirement Tick for 2026. I’m joined by Ian Fryer, General Manager of Chant West, who works with me to develop the rigorous criteria and whose team assesses the funds. And David Bell, Executive Director of the Conexus Institute, one of Australia’s leading independent retirement policy voices and think tanks. Last year, only six funds were awarded the Tick. Now we’re back with updated criteria for 2026. The big shift? The framework moves to 20 criteria (up from 18) and aligns with the latest Treasury Retirement Income Covenant guidance. In this episode, Ian and David help break down what’s changed - and what it means for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Within just a fortnight, almost every key number in Australia’s retirement system has either changed, or is about to. The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia, known as ASFA, has just updated its retirement benchmarks for the first time in three years. And the shift is significant. I sit down with ASFA CEO Mary Delahunty to explain all of the changes.  You can find the new ASFA retirement standards here: https://www.superannuation.asn.au/consumers/retirement-standard/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The incredible Australian writer Kathy Lette joins me to talk about travelling boldly through Europe on river and ocean cruises. Viking's Explorer Sale is on now! Visit vikingcruises.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the very first edition of the Prime Time Book Club!  Join me as I dive into our first pick, 'The Art of Spending Money' by Morgan Housel.  And you can join the conversation too! Subscribe and leave me a comment on our weekly newsletter - primetimers.net  Or on our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/groups/epicretire/ Recommend a book, tell me what you thought of this months pick and read along with us.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the past year, I've watched a surge of social media ads urging people to review and switch their super often with urgent language suggesting you're losing money every day you delay. This week, ASIC confirmed that it is reviewing advice licensees that use something called 'lead generation' arrangements, especially where they may be encouraging people to switch their super unnecessarily. In this episode, I speak to ASIC Commissioner Alan Kirkland who's leading the review. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is cognitive decline inevitable as we age? In this episode, I speak to the 2026 Senior Australian of the year and world leading dementia researcher, Professor. Henry Brodaty, about all the ways you can look after your brain and prevent cognitive decline.  Henry Brodaty is Professor of Ageing and Mental Health at UNSW Sydney and Co-Director of the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing. You can find out more about Henry's work here: https://www.unsw.edu.au/cheba  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I sit down with program producer Gen Rule to discuss the SIX biggest fears people have when it comes to retirement... as nominated by YOU. In part TWO of this topic we cover: Spending money Inflation & Government changes  Isolation & loneliness  You can order a copy of my new book;  'Prime Time' via AMAZON here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Prime-Time-lessons-new-midlife/dp/0733652212 Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net  Sign up for the Prime Time Podcast Newsletter at www.primetimers.net  - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent directly to your inbox every week.   Order your copy of Prime Time: 27 rules for the new midlife here: https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Or follow Bec on social here:  @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Read Bec’s syndicated newspaper column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here: https://www.smh.com.au/by/bec-wilson-p536ww NEARING RETIREMENT?  Join The Epic Retirement Club – on Facebook. facebook.com/groups/epicretire  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. https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I sit down with program producer Gen Rule to discuss the SIX biggest fears people have when it comes to retirement... as nominated by YOU. In part one of this topic we cover the first THREE:  Running out of money Running out of time & health  Loss of identity  You can order a copy of my new book;  'Prime Time' via AMAZON here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Prime-Time-lessons-new-midlife/dp/0733652212 Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net  Sign up for the Prime Time Podcast Newsletter at www.primetimers.net  - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent directly to your inbox every week.   Order your copy of Prime Time: 27 rules for the new midlife here: https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Or follow Bec on social here:  @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Read Bec’s syndicated newspaper column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here: https://www.smh.com.au/by/bec-wilson-p536ww NEARING RETIREMENT?  Join The Epic Retirement Club – on Facebook. facebook.com/groups/epicretire  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. https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I sit down with Sue West, a leadership and transition coach who helps people navigate big changes in work and life. But what I love most about Sue is her own story how she's built her coaching business, flourish after 50, and redefined what success, purpose and energy look like in this stage of her life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I chat with Drew Meredith, financial advisor & director at Wattle Partners, to explain Australia's proposed new super tax (Division 296) and exactly who will be hit with the higher rate.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What role does the Age Pension REALLY play in your retirement? Services Australia’s Justin Bott returns to unpack how it fits into a smart, sustainable retirement plan. You can order a copy of my new book;  'Prime Time' via AMAZON here  Follow us on social media and via email Get in touch with Bec here: Bec@primetimers.net  Sign up for the Prime Time Podcast Newsletter at www.primetimers.net  - Get our newsletter with detailed podcast notes sent directly to your inbox every week.   Order your copy of Prime Time: 27 rules for the new midlife here: https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Or follow Bec on social here:  @becwilsonepic on Facebook @epicretirement on Instagram  Read Bec’s syndicated newspaper column in Nine Newspapers (The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age) each week here: https://www.smh.com.au/by/bec-wilson-p536ww NEARING RETIREMENT?  Join The Epic Retirement Club – on Facebook. facebook.com/groups/epicretire  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. https://amzn.to/3G0yxfh Visit Bec’s website at epicretirement.com.au to learn more about her workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode I sit down with very a special guest Michelle Bridges; One of Australia's most loved personal trainers & health communicators.  I wanted to start the year with a very clear health message, especially for the ladies, to give you an un-intimidating fitness plan AND share everything you need to know about starting your perimenopause journey.  You can find Michelle's latest book, 'The Perimenopause Method: The only menopause guide you'll ever need' at all book retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Malcolm Wood (Head of Institutional Research and Asset Allocation at Ord Minnett) and I look forward 2026 to decode what the data is really saying about the economy and how everyday investors should be looking at the year ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Merry Christmas Prime Timers! 🎄In this special BOXING DAY edition, I'm tipping out the mail bag and answering YOUR questions! From super jargon, confusing financial advice & housing dilemmas - to solo ageing & some beautiful real life stories of people transitioning to retirement in their own way.  I chat with program producer Gen Rule to answer your most frequently asked questions of the year.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a VERY SPEICAL edition for Epic Retirement month, I sit down with the legendary Julie Goodwin, who shot to fame & success after winning the first season of MasterChef Australia in 2009. In the years since then, Julie has spoken openly about her mental health & wellbeing struggles. In this episode, Julie tells me how she began to re-build her life, bit by bit, & slowly rediscover her sense of joy.  You can find more information about Julie Goodwin's upcoming tour 'Your Time Starts Now' here: https://juliegoodwin.com.au/tour/ This episode contains discussions about sensitive issues, including suicide and mental health. If anything we talk about is difficult for you, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I sit down with Xavier O'Halloran, CEO of Super Consumers Australia, to discuss their latest retirement savings targets to tell you exactly how much you need to save to retire in 2026.  You can find that report from Super Consumers Australia here: https://superconsumers.com.au/journalism/how-much-do-you-need-to-save-for-your-retirement/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I talk about finding your purpose a lot - but how do you ACTUALLY do that? Especially if you've lived a life where career and family was your main purpose. In this episode, I speak to Marcus Riley - author of 'Booming' and international ageing expert. Marcus is a global voice in positive ageing, finding purpose and seeking out your passions in retirement.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.