In this episode of The Big 6-Oh, we take a nostalgic look at old-school parenting and how it shaped us.

We discuss the ideas and wisdom of the time—when discipline was firm, kids roamed free, and "because I said so" was a valid argument.

Comparing it to modern parenting, we explore shifting attitudes toward discipline, independence, and resilience. Have we softened too much, or have we simply evolved?

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This week on The Big 6-Oh, we welcome the trailblazing Kobe Steele (OAM). In the 1970s, Kobe made history as the first woman in Australia to host her own TV music show. Today, she’s channeling that pioneering spirit into a new passion: conservation.

Kobe is a tireless campaigner and advocate for orangutans, fighting to protect Borneo’s ancient rainforests and the critically endangered species that depend on them.

In this episode, Kobe takes us through her extraordinary journey — from breaking barriers in television to her inspiring efforts to save some of our planet’s most vulnerable wildlife. Don’t miss this conversation with a true force for change!

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Mike Williams, a veteran radio broadcaster and producer, takes listeners on a nostalgic journey through the golden era of Australian television with insights into The Mike Walsh Show.

Known for its lively mix of celebrity interviews, variety performances, and cutting-edge segments, the program became a daytime TV phenomenon in the 1970s and '80s.

This podcast episode delves into its enduring legacy, spotlighting the behind-the-scenes stories and cultural impact of a show that entertained millions.

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Looking for insights on how to plan for retirement? Not just financially, but emotionally and socially too.

Professor Joanne Earl joined Macquarie University in January 2018 having worked at Flinders University (South Australia) and at UNSW for 9 years in the School of Psychology.

She is a Registered Psychologist, endorsed as an Organisational Psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society.

Her program of research focuses on promoting retirement planning for workers at both the individual and organisational level along with identifying predictors of retirement adjustment for retirees.

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Born and raised in Scotland, Seana Smith lived an enviable life. An Oxford graduate, a successful career with the BBC, a bestselling author & happily married - but she had a secret that was was slowly taking over her world & destroying her health.

Her latest book 'Going Under', is a memoir of family secrets, addiction and escape.

Hear her story.

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From Pick Up Sticks to Marbles, Monopoly to 'Elastics' in this episode, we reminisce about the games we played as kids, from classic schoolyard staples like Jacks and 'KP' to the creative games we made up on the spot.

Whether it was digging out Matchbox cars or simply riding our bikes or skateboards til it was time to come home (before the street lights came on), it was an era worth resetting the flux capacitor for & before gadgets, gizmo's and 'tech'!

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We chat with Australia's #1 bill buster about slashing energy, telco, insurance, and housing costs, plus easy money-saving hacks.

Joel Gibson has spent the past 15 years hunting down every money-saving trick, hack and loophole available and sharing them with Aussie households via cost of living movement One Big Switch and regular media appearances on TODAY, 2GB, 4BC, and ABC Radio, as well as columns in The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age.

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We sit down with motoring journalist and Drive Editor Trent Nikolic to dive into the highs and lows of Aussie cars from the 70s and 80s. Trent shares his take on the best and worst vehicles of the era, his thoughts on what’s trending in the motoring world today, and much more.

From Australia’s early days of car manufacturing to iconic events like the RedeX Trials and the legendary Bathurst 1000, we explore the stories behind the classic rides that captured our hearts—and the infamous "lemons" that left us scratching our heads.

Whether it’s the Holden Sandman, the Valiant Safari, the Nissan Reebok, or the Ford Cobra, Trent offers expert insights into the hits and misses of Australian motoring history.

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