Professor Peter Goldswain spent decades helping older Australians live healthier, fuller lives. Now retired, he's practising what he preached. After all, who decided getting older meant putting your feet up for good?

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Professor Peter Goldswain spent decades helping older Australians live healthier, fuller lives. Now retired, he's practising what he preached. After all, who decided getting older meant putting your feet up for good?

In this episode of I'm Too Old For This, Peter joins Cath to share what he's learned from a career in geriatric medicine and what ageing has taught him personally.

Together, they explore the habits that can help us stay independent for longer, why our attitudes towards ageing matter, and how looking after our bodies, minds and connections today can pay off in spades down the track.

From preventing falls and brain health to challenging some of the notions we hold about getting older, it's a conversation jampacked with practical advice for anyone hoping to make the most of their later years.

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In this episode of I'm Too Old For This, Cath sits down with geriatrician Professor Peter Goldswain, whose decades caring for older Australians have shaped his practical approach to ageing well. Now retired, Peter reflects on his own journey into later life, sharing why retirement isn't about slowing down—it's about staying physically active, mentally engaged and finding new purpose.

Together, they explore how our ideas of "old age" have changed, why age shouldn't define what we're capable of, and the simple habits that can help us stay independent for longer. Peter also shares his insights on preventing falls, maintaining bone, brain and dental health, the important role families play as we age, and why looking after yourself today can make all the difference tomorrow.

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In this episode of I’m Too Old for This, Cath sits down with Associate Professor Elissa Burton from Curtin University’s School of Allied Health — a self-described “pracademic” who lives at the intersection of research and real-life aged care. Together, they explore what it really means to grow older and stay in control. Elissa shares why independence matters so much as we age, and how small, realistic changes can make a big difference — even if you feel like you’ve “left it too late” to start moving more.

They unpack some of the big myths about ageing, how to plan before a crisis hits, and look at why emotional wellbeing and social connection often get pushed to the side in favour of blood tests and check-ups.

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In this episode of I’m Too Old for This, Cath sits down with Associate Professor Elissa Burton from Curtin University’s School of Allied Health — a self-described “pracademic” who lives at the intersection of research and real-life aged care. Together, they explore what it really means to grow older and stay in control. Elissa shares why independence matters so much as we age, and how small, realistic changes can make a big difference — even if you feel like you’ve “left it too late” to start moving more.

They unpack some of the big myths about ageing, how to plan before a crisis hits, and look at why emotional wellbeing and social connection often get pushed to the side in favour of blood tests and check-ups.

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When Bruce Langoulant’s daughter Ashley contracted meningitis as a baby, it changed everything. In this heartfelt episode, Bruce shares how that moment sparked decades of advocacy, from vaccine awareness to navigating the NDIS and championing better disability support.

He chats with Cath about building the Meningitis Centre, working alongside Professor Fiona Stanley, starting D-Dads, for dads of kids with disability, and why succession planning matters, whether in business or care. It’s a story of grit, community, and what it really means to leave a legacy.

A big thank you to Bruce for his participation. You can discover more of his work at ⁠https://www.facebook.com/DDADSWA/⁠

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When Bruce Langoulant’s daughter Ashley contracted meningitis as a baby, it changed everything. In this heartfelt episode, Bruce shares how that moment sparked decades of advocacy, from vaccine awareness to navigating the NDIS and championing better disability support.

He chats with Cath about building the Meningitis Centre, working alongside Professor Fiona Stanley, starting D-Dads, for dads of kids with disability, and why succession planning matters, whether in business or care. It’s a story of grit, community, and what it really means to leave a legacy.

A big thank you to Bruce for his participation. You can discover more of his work at ⁠https://www.facebook.com/DDADSWA/⁠

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Maria Davison returns to explore the deeper complexities, and possibilities, of ageing well at home. From assistive technology to home care pricing, regulation, and the dignity of risk, Maria and Cath unpack what really matters in creating safe, connected, and sustainable aged care services.

Maria and Cath ask bold questions: Can a robot vacuum free up more meaningful time with clients? What if respite care happened in a hotel instead of a facility? And how do we balance innovation with regulation, while keeping human connection at the center? This episode dives into why aged care needs to evolve—and how we can do it together.

A big thank you to Maria Davison for her participation and Melville Cares for their support. You can discover more of their work at https://melvillecares.org.au/

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Maria Davison returns to explore the deeper complexities, and possibilities, of ageing well at home. From assistive technology to home care pricing, regulation, and the dignity of risk, Maria and Cath unpack what really matters in creating safe, connected, and sustainable aged care services.

Maria and Cath ask bold questions: Can a robot vacuum free up more meaningful time with clients? What if respite care happened in a hotel instead of a facility? And how do we balance innovation with regulation, while keeping human connection at the center? This episode dives into why aged care needs to evolve—and how we can do it together.

A big thank you to Maria Davison for her participation and Melville Cares for their support. You can discover more of their work at https://melvillecares.org.au/

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In this first of a two-part episode, Cath chats with Maria Davison, CEO of Melville Cares, about what it really takes to help older Australians stay independent at home. From her early experiences in aged care to leading one of Perth’s largest home care providers, Maria shares why connection—not just care—is key to ageing well. Cath and Maria discuss the emotional impact of leaving home, the role of community in preventing loneliness, and the challenges of an aged care system in transition.

A big thank you to Maria Davison for her participation and Melville Cares for their support. You can discover more of their work at https://melvillecares.org.au/

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