Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century

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 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 Walk has raised over a million dollars. The former Penrith Panthers hooker talks in Nostalgia Town about his early years and the road from the bush to stardom on the footy field.

Ken White from PSFM 100.09 at picturesque Port Stephens NSW joins us for Steppin’ Out. On retirement to the coast, Ken joined the community radio station and became a DJ in his 70s. His volunteer efforts include a 40-year commitment to Lifeline as a crisis support worker.

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.

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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 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. The former Penrith Panthers hooker talks to Lex & Patricia in Nostalgia Town about all that plus his early years - from the bush to stardom on the footy field.

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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.

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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 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 financial and logistical aspects of this major life-upheaval. Discussion then turns to the difference between homes run ‘for profit’ versus the ‘not for profit’ sectors, and horror stories that emerge of sexual abuse and inadequate nutrition.

In Nostalgia Town, we meet Val Fell OAM - one of this country’s most remarkable seniors. At 93, she was the oldest person studying at an Australian university. Val has spent the best part of her life as a tireless campaigner for the rights of senior citizens and those suffering dementia.

On Money Extra, Tracy West PhD talks about elder financial abuse. Although an issue estimated to affect one in ten people over 65, it remains widely under-reported. One reason for that is because abuse is most often perpetrated by an adult family member.

Our guest for Steppin’ Out is Garry Havrillay from 3BBR in West Gippsland, Victoria. Garry talks about his love of “music of the world” aired on his show Continental Drift. Featuring new releases, and distributed around the country via the Community Radio Network, you can stream Continental Drift online here -https://3bbrfm.org.au/programs/continental-drift/  

Garry also talks about his cutting-edge work as a music producer and composer. 

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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.

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“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 own experiences of ageism, which 83 percent of us agree is a problem that spans all age groups.

In Nostalgia Town the legendary country and folk singer-songwriter, John Williamson AM talks about his special connection to the Australian bush which he has celebrated in music for more than fifty years. Best-known for his hit “True Blue”, Williamson has sold in-excess of 4 million albums. 

Buying and selling shares comes under scrutiny in Money Extra when Rachel Waterhouse, CEO of the Australian Shareholders Association joins us to talk about the keys to smart investing. 

A formidable voice in independent broadcasting, Lol Winchcomb joins us from Perth’s Capital Community Radio 101.7FM for Steppin' Out.  A founder of the station, which is dedicated to seniors, Lol works with an army of volunteeres and each week their programs are heard by some 200,000 listeners. Lol’s own program, Swingin’ Down the Lane is dedicated to the golden years of radio and film. Her first  experience behind the mic was for the Royal Flying Doctors service in Kalgoorlie. 

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The 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 for Nostalgia Town.  She talks about her growing up years and how she came to be passionate about women’s rights. She also discusses her recent research on domestic violence.

For Steppin’ Out, we head to Oatlands in Tasmania and meet head-honcho at Radio 7MID - volunteer John Hay. Now in his 80s, John’s community spirit and commitment to local media is impassioned and unwavering.

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Mental 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 Australian pioneer rock and roll, pop and country music singer, guitarist and television presenter, Lucky's most popular 1962 single, "I've Been Everywhere", peaked at number one in Sydney. Now he has a new album out - Blueberry Hill which features tracks with BBG's very own Little Pattie.

Why do we pay tax? And, what can we do to ensure that we take advantage of available deductions? Marc Bineham talks us through potential tax savings in Money Extra.

Note: RU OK Day is 8 September and World Suicide Prevention day is 10 September 2022 

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