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Episode 164: It’s Cool to Cry

We often talk about the importance of checking in on others and asking “Are you OK?” But how good are we at recognising when 'we’re' not OK — and having the confidence to say so?

In this episode, Tim is joined by Jack Davis, founder of It’s Cool to Cry, for an open and personal conversation about mental health, emotions and why we shouldn't wait until crisis point to start talking.

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Episode 163: Building an Epic Retirement

What if planning for retirement didn't start with money?

In this episode of The Grass is Greener, Tim is joined by author, podcaster and retirement educator Bec Wilson, author of How to Have an Epic Retirement and Prime Time.

Bec challenges the traditional idea of retirement as simply the point where we stop working.

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Episode 162: Who gets your Super when you die?

You might have a Will, but does that mean your super will end up where you want it to? Following recent ABC News coverage suggesting around 15.7 million Australians may not have a binding death benefit nomination in place, Tim takes a look at how super death benefit nominations actually work — and why simply naming someone may not be enough.

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Episode 160: Women in Super

In this episode of The Grass Is Greener, Tim is joined by Jo Kowalczyk, CEO of Women in Super, an organisation that has spent more than 30 years advocating for better outcomes for women working within the superannuation industry and, increasingly, for better retirement outcomes for all Australian women.

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Episode 159: The Money Reset

Financial stress doesn't always come from making mistakes. Sometimes life changes, rising costs, family responsibilities, or unexpected events can leave us feeling like we're no longer moving forward. This week, Tim sits down with financial adviser, educator, and author Gemma Mitchell to discuss her book The Money Reset and why getting back to basics can be the key to regaining confidence and control over your money.

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Episode 158: Small Business CGT Concessions: What Exists Now

The Federal Budget has sparked plenty of discussion about capital gains tax and small business. In this episode, Tim steps away from the headlines and focuses on the rules that exist today, including the four Small Business CGT Concessions and why they matter for business owners planning their eventual exit or retirement.

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Episode 157: Retire Life Ready

Financial adviser and author James Wrigley joins Tim to discuss why retirement planning is about more than money. From life goals and purpose to superannuation, investing and navigating uncertainty, this conversation explores what it really means to become “Retire Life Ready.”

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Episode 156: Before You Panic: What the Federal Budget Really Means

In this episode, Tim breaks down the major proposed measures from the latest Federal Budget and explains what they could mean for everyday Australians, investors, business owners and families — while reinforcing one critical point: these are proposals only and not yet law.

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Episode 155: Rethinking how we use MyGov

In this episode, we unpack why a properly set up myGov account is far more than just another government login — it’s a vital tool for managing tax, Medicare, Centrelink, security, and major life events. Joined by Justin Bott (Community Information Officer Services Australia), we explore how Australians can use myGov to stay organised, protect themselves from scams, support ageing parents, and simplify everyday life admin before it becomes urgent.

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Episode 154: The Super Contribution Episode

In this episode of The Grass is Greener, Tim welcomes Evguenia Rutkowski, a passionate financial adviser specialising in retirement and pre-retirement planning.

Evguenia shares her insights on superannuation strategies, especially for women navigating financial transitions like divorce or late-career planning.

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Episode 153: Why Your Super Needs a Binding Death Nomination

In this short but powerful episode, we dive into the critical topic of Binding Death Nominations (BDBN) and why they matter for your superannuation. Unlike your will, your super doesn’t automatically go to your chosen beneficiaries unless you’ve completed a valid BDBN.

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Episode 152: Shane Warne Legacy

In this heartfelt episode, Helen Nolan (CEO) shares the origin and impact of the Shane Warne Legacy, a foundation launched in honour of the late cricket legend. Helen recounts how the foundation began with a dream and quickly grew into Australia’s largest health screening event.

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Episode 151: Smart Advice Choices

In this episode, we chat to Jenny Pearse (Marketing Consultant) and Nadia Docker (Compliance Expert) - to unpack what really matters when choosing a Financial Adviser.

From communication style and credentials to compliance, scams, and digital presence, this conversation is packed with practical tips and real-world insights.

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Episode 150: Investing for the Long Run

In this episode, Vanguard's Senior Investment Specialist, Libby Newman returns to share her deep expertise in investments, index funds, and Vanguard’s long-term philosophy. She explains how index funds offer broad market exposure and why they’re a smart starting point for investors.

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Episode 149: Superannuation 101: Take Control of Your Future

In this solo episode of The Grass is Greener, host Tim Henry dives into the essentials of superannuation and why it's time to take charge of your financial future.

From recent controversies involving Shield and First Guardian to practical steps for checking your super via myGov, Tim breaks down the myths, the mechanics, and the must-dos.

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Episode 148: Craft Your Own Version of Wealth and Happiness

In this episode, we sit down with Suzanne Alexander, founder of Mindful Finances, to explore the deep connection between money, emotions, and personal values.

Suzanne shares her journey from farm life to financial advisor and how her passion for understanding the psychology of money led her to redefine wealth.

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Episode 146: Rebuilding After Divorce

The process of divorce can be a challenging one, of course this differs for everyone. What are the specific things that confront people (especially women) when they start to divorce? How do you move forward positively and with more confidence despite undertaking this sometimes time arduous process.

Heidi Schwegler from AFS Financial and Jordan Vaka from Planning Solo discuss these challenges and provide valuable insights for people at any point in the divorce process.

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Episode 145: Evolving Needs for Life Insurance

Do you have any form of Life Insurance? If you do, how does it align with your current stage of life?

Our needs for Life insurance evolve as we move through different stages. Serena West is a Financial Adviser with MBS insurance and comes on to discuss the various types of Life Insurance and how the need for these may change throughout your life.

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