Australian Retirement Podcast
The Australian Retirement Podcast by Rask is your field guide to retirement, hosted by financial advisers Drew Meredith and James O'Reilly. If you're 45 and up, planning for retirement, transitioning now, or already there, we cover all of the topics you want and need to know: Super, tax, investments, legacy, work, behavioural psychology and maybe even a few travel tips.
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- Extra resources for each episode
Don't forget, this Rask podcast contains general financial information only, issued by The Rask Group Pty Ltd. The information does not take into account your financial needs, goals or objectives, so be sure to speak to a licensed and trusted financial planner before acting on the information. You can find more information about Rask podcasts and services provided at www.rask.com.au/FSG
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From estates to guarantors: Helping the next ge...
In this episode of the Australian Retirement Podcast, Drew Meredith and James O’Reilly unpack the rise of the Bank of Mum and Dad and the tough decisions facing parents who want to help their kids buy a home.
33 min
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What do bond fund managers actually do? With Aa...
Discover what a bond fund manager actually does. PIMCO's Aaditya Sood joins Owen Rask to explain fixed income investing, macro strategy, portfolio construction, and why bonds remain essential in every investor’s portfolio.
24 min
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Age Pension Changes, Dixon Collapse and Choosin...
In this episode of the Australian Retirement Podcast, Drew Meredith and James O’Reilly break down the latest retirement news and what it means for you.
35 min
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How to boost your Age Pension: top Centrelink s...
Learn how to boost your Age Pension using smart Centrelink tips. Avoid common mistakes with exempt assets, gifting, the Work Bonus, and more.
49 min
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Age Pension - eligibility, applications, exempt...
Age Pension explained: James O’Reilly and Services Australia expert Justin Bott share tips to maximise your benefits.
40 min
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Do you need financial advice + AustralianSuper ...
In this Australian Finance Podcast episode, Owen Rask sits down with Scott from Everest Wealth to explore the journey of building one of Australia’s fastest-growing financial advice firms.
37 min
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Super scams & secret fees: First guardian case ...
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, your hosts Drew Meredith, from Wattle Partners, and James O'Reilly, from Northeast Wealth tackle a heartbreaking listener story about potentially losing $94,000 in the First Guardian collapse.
40 min
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The money reset you need before you retire
In this episode of the Australian Retirement Podcast, James O'Reilly, from Northeast Wealth is joined by RASK Superstar Gemma Mitchell- co-host on the Australian Finance Podcast, financial adviser and now author of the Money Reset.
33 min
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Why active fixed income may beat passive: Kanis...
PIMCO’s Kanish Chugh joins Owen Rask to explore the performance gap between active and passive fixed income, how active managers like PIMCO construct their portfolios, and why Aussie investors are rethinking their bond allocations.
34 min
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Death & taxes: What happens to your family trus...
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, your hosts Drew Meredith, from Wattle Partners, and James O'Reilly, from Northeast Wealth discuss investing through bucket companies, estate planning with complex entity structures, and answer listener questions about investment bonds vs company investing for children's education and offset account strategies in retirement!
36 min
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How important is money when it comes to retirem...
In this episode, James O’Reilly sits with Challenger’s Chief Executive, Mandy Manniz, to discuss the findings of Australia’s biggest study on happiness for people aged over 60. They talk about the surprising findings and how you can get more certainty to achieve a better - and happier - retirement.
38 min
37
Super splitting, don’t mention crypto, retireme...
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, hear Drew and James talk about gaming the super splitting rules, why most advisors don’t help with crypto, and getting accurate retirement forecasts.
33 min
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Managing expensive insurance cover, why long-te...
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, hear Drew and James talk about CBA shares, avoiding short-term thinking, dealing with crazy insurance premiums, and how the cashout-and-recontribution strategy can help your kids pay a truckload less tax.
36 min
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Should I give my money to the kids? Where are w...
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, hear Drew and James talk about when retirees are too generous with their hard-earned money, the proposed Div296 legislation, and whether tax refunds are available in industry funds.
31 min
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EOFY mistakes, how to build (and review) your i...
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, hear Drew and James talk about investment philosophies, taking correct pension payments, and critical deadlines for your super fund.
35 min
41
Optimising Debt for Retirement: Strategies That...
Learn how to use debt wisely before and during retirement, including the difference between good and bad debt, and how to structure your finances for long-term wealth and flexibility.
38 min
42
Estate Planning, Property Development and CGT
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, get Underquoting, CGT on holiday homes, Estate Planning and Drew falling down the stairs.
32 min
43
Don’t delay travel in retirement - here’s why
In this episode of the Australian Retirement Podcast, Drew Meredith and James O’Reilly dive into one of the biggest goals for retirees — travel. From road-tripping around Australia to extended overseas holidays, they discuss how to budget for travel, how to keep costs under control, and why more retirees are choosing to bring their big trips forward rather than wait.
36 min
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Retirement portfolios are changing, are you ready?
Over 90% of global companies are private. Are your retirement investments keeping up? Christian Ryan of Fincap joins the Australian Retirement Podcast to break down why alternative assets like private equity, credit, and real estate matter more than ever.
35 min
45
Retirement needs growth: Small caps & smarter i...
Does growth still matter in retirement? In this episode of the Australian Retirement Podcast, Drew Meredith and Luke Laretive (Seneca Financial Solutions) explore why retirees can’t ignore growth assets, the role of small-cap stocks, and how to balance risk and income as you age. We cover inflation, the pitfalls of term deposits, and why small companies might just be your retirement secret weapon.
32 min
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How downsizing could boost your super
Is now the right time to downsize?
33 min
47
Navigating the complexities of Aged Care for yo...
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, learn how to navigate the complexities of Aged Care so that you can minimise the effect on your finances.
39 min
48
Are you ready for an inheritance shock?
Inheritances can be life-changing — or a financial disaster without the right planning. Drew Meredith and James O’Reilly unpack how inheritances work in Australia
39 min
49
EOFY super strategies: What’s changing and what...
With the end of financial year fast approaching, confusion is everywhere — and not all of it is real. In this special update, we unpack the actual superannuation changes coming from 1 July 2025, and debunk a fake announcement that’s been spreading misinformation about a June 1 start date.
18 min
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5 retirement money mistakes
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, you’ll learn 5 key behavioural mistakes to avoid in retirement.
40 min