Australian Retirement Podcast
The Australian Retirement Podcast by Rask is your field guide to retirement. 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
Disclaimer:
The information in this episode is provided by The Rask Group Pty Ltd and contains general financial product advice only. It does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs.
Before acting, consider whether the information is appropriate for you and consider seeking personal advice from a licensed financial adviser. You can read our Financial Services Guide at www.rask.com.au/fsg. If a financial product is mentioned, consider the relevant PDS and TMD, where applicable, before making any financial decision.
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Returns are not guaranteed and capital may be at risk.
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The best opportunity in 20 years? PIMCO's Rob M...
Learn how bond investing works with PIMCO’s Rob Mead. Discover why timing and yield curves matter, and why now could be the best time to invest in decades.
26 min
52
Why global REITs may be the most overlooked opp...
Discover why global REITs are trading at deep discounts, how replacement cost drives long-term property value, and what investors should know about building diversified real estate exposure.
50 min
53
Breaking down the Division 296 super tax changes
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, Drew and James break down the major changes to the proposed Division 296 super tax.
40 min
54
David Gardner, 6 traits to beat the market, rul...
Discover how David Gardner (The Motley Fool) beats the market, the six traits of rule-breaker stocks, why “lose to win” works, and how to hold for decades.
80 min
55
Halloween Special: Finance horror stories from ...
Drew Meredith and James O’Reilly share terrifying finance horror stories and explain why interest rates are scarier than markets in this Halloween special.
39 min
56
$1.2 BILLION super scandal: Are your funds safe?
Australia’s $1.2B super scandal explained. Drew and James reveal how investors were misled — and how to protect your retirement savings.
38 min
57
1st birthday special: Lessons, markets & your q...
It’s the Australian Retirement Podcast’s first birthday! Drew Meredith and James O’Reilly look back on a huge year of markets, headlines, and retirement conversations.
31 min
58
How to retire on $3,000 per week - the property...
Learn how to retire on $3,000 per week. Property expert Ben Kingsley shares proven strategies from his new book, The Property Playbook.
54 min
59
Bec Wilson & why retirement isn’t the end goal
In this Australian Retirement Podcast episode, Drew Meredith from Wattle Partners sits down with best-selling author Bec Wilson to talk about her new book Prime Time, why she wrote it, and the 27 lessons for living well in life’s next stage.
58 min
60
Bank hybrids are dead: here's where to invest next
Bank hybrids are ending. Owen Rask and Kanish Chugh reveal where income investors can invest next for yield, stability, and long-term returns.
39 min
61
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
62
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
63
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
64
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
65
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
66
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
67
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
68
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
69
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
70
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
71
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
72
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
73
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
74
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
75
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