Baby Boomers Guide to Life in the 21st Century

With 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, that the current cohort of 70-year-olds are holding up well compared to their predecessors. They have benefitted from better information, a reduction in smoker numbers and more exercise. But the professor is less optimistic about some future septuagenarians citing increased health risks from more being overweight.

The research was conducted by the Centre for Women’s Health Research, University of Newcastle.

Our Money Extra topic covers what you might do with the extra cash should you be lucky enough to have received an inheritance. Alice Mantel says to consider paying a sum into your Superannuation.

In Nostalgia Town we catch up with a much-loved Aussie icon – Carlotta - Carol Spencer AM. Carlotta was a trailblazer in the transgender community as a cabaret performer and TV star.   

She started her fabulous career in 1963 with the famous Les Girls cabaret show at Kings Cross in Sydney and compered and performed in the drag show for 26 years. International stars flocked to see Carlotta & Les Girls, among them, the likes of Frank Sinatra, Liza Minelli, Shirley Bassey, Sammy Davis Junior and our own Peter Allen.

In Steppin’ Out, we head to Stanthorpe on Queensland’s Granite Belt to meet TEN FM presenter Ben White. He describes a vibrant local music scene and the many charms that drew him and his wife Cath to retirement in this old tin town.

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CEO 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 her cooking schools to transform our once-conservative palates.

In Money Extra, Marc Bineham discusses the complex psychology of money and urges us to make use of the many avenues available for financial well-being and enlightenment.

We head to Keppel Bay in Central Queensland for this episode’s Steppin’ Out. There we meet the convivial Robyn Campbell, a local artist and radio jock at Keppel FM 91.3  Robyn gives us a look at life on the glorious Capricorn Coast. 

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On 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 the 60s,  and recollections of the Vietnam war.

In Steppin’ Out  we head to the Dandenongs in Victoria to talk with volunteer presenter at 3MDR 97.1FM community radio station - Michael Day.

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Take 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, thoughts on ‘fake news,’ education and more.

Money Extra  this week takes a look at the benefits available to downsizers who are able to stash more cash into Super. Marc Bineham of the Money Sandwich explains all.

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In 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 things we should do be doing with our Wills.

So, join Patricia Amphlett and Lex Marinos, for Baby Boomers Guide to Life and …. Get Connected, Stay Connected.

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Each 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 visit Coober Pedy to natter with Penny Gale from Dusty Radio 104.5.

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Drawing 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 Australians as it celebrates 90 years.

In our Money Extra segment, Marc Monfort talks about cryptocurrency and tries to answer the big question: "Is there a future in it?"

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Nationally, 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 John Ambulance.

Mark Bineham joins us for Money Extra.  He urges seniors to consider the emotional and lifestyle changes that are a part of the retirement journey, along with the big question: "Will I have enough?" 

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In 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 get the best out of life as we get older.

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