We spend so much time obsessing over our super, property and portfolios, but we often ignore our most valuable asset: our ability to earn. Think of your career not just as a job, but as an asset that requires constant reinvestment. Too many people with big, successful careers are getting caught off guard by restructures or market shifts, sometimes finding themselves unemployed and underprepared for a digital-first job market. So, how do you bulletproof your employability?

In this episode, I chat to Jannine Fraser, who works right at the coalface, helping people navigate career transitions when things go wrong - and how to prepare yourself in case they do. She's the managing director of outplacement firm Directioneering, so it's her job to help people pick up the pieces and re-shape their future.

We cover:
- Why midlife is a high risk time for career stagnation
- How to pivot before the market forces you to
- Practical steps to stay relevant, ready & employable

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If you've ever felt unsure whether financial advice was really built for someone like you, this episode will help you understand the landscape and hopefully feel more confident navigating it.

I chat to Paul Feeney, founder and CEO of Otivo and someone who has spent years inside the advice industry. It’s a refreshingly honest take on where it works, where it falls short, and what everyday Australians can do about it. The reality is that quality personalised advice has historically been more accessible to people with significant assets, leaving many everyday Australians without affordable guidance at the very moment they need it most. We dig into the real difference between information, guidance and advice, because these words get thrown around a lot and they don't mean the same thing. Information educates, guidance helps, and regulated advice is personalised to your exact situation. We also explore the use of AI for advice. These tools are genuinely useful for exploring ideas, stress-testing thinking and preparing smart questions before you see an adviser or call your super fund.

To set up a free Otivo account you can go to www.otivo.com and use the discount code 'Otivo4EpicRetirementor'

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I sit down with regular prime timer Mike Chesworth about the good, the bad & the ugly of downsizing the family home.

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Welcome to the second edition of the Prime Time Book Club!

Today, I sit down with beloved author Kathy Lette to chat about her hilarious new novel, 'The Sisterhood Rules'.

You can find a copy of 'The Sisterhood Rules' at all good book retailers & online here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Sisterhood-Rules-hilarious-million-bestselling-ebook/dp/B0G1B7G5KH

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I sit down with renowned futurist, AI expert and author Dr. Catherine Ball to get a big picture understanding of how AI will impact those of us in our Prime Time.

We discuss:

• How we can embrace technology & 'robots' in our homes
• Demystifying AI and it's everyday uses
• Harness the health benefits

You can find our more about Dr. Ball's research here:https://www.drcatherineball.com

And find her latest book, 'The Future of Sleep' here: https://www.drcatherineball.com/product-page/the-future-of-sleep-a-futurist-s-insight-into-the-potential-of-our-world

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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/1761356720

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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.

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Should we be worried about oil, markets and war? I catch up with Diana Mousina, Deputy Chief Economist at AMP for a market update.

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