Welcome to:
Retirement, The Great Escape Plan Podcast
Real conversations about life, money and what comes next.
Retirement is about so much more than stepping away from full-time work. It’s about navigating one of life’s biggest transitions with confidence, clarity and optimism.
Retirement, The Great Escape Plan Podcast blends expert financial guidance with real-life stories to explore the emotional, lifestyle and money-related shifts that come with planning your next chapter. From finding your financial freedom number to redefining identity, discovering new purpose and embracing the freedom of retired life, each episode offers practical and relatable conversations to help you design a retirement that feels secure, meaningful and uniquely your own.
Episode 15
Meet the JBS Team – What’s Your Superpower?
Here’s the story… welcome to our very own JBS Brady Bunch. For anyone old enough to remember The Brady Bunch, Episode 15 of Retirement: The Great Escape Plan is the JBS version, a whole bunch of personalities, different strengths and plenty of laughs along the way. The team share what they love about their work, the client moments that stay with them and why getting to know the person behind the numbers matters so much. 🎧 Tune in and discover their superpowers and find out why they genuinely love what they do.
Episode 14
What Really Keeps Retirees Up at Night?
Retirement rarely goes exactly to plan. So, what happens when health changes, markets move, the rules shift or life simply throws you a curveball? Jenny Brown, Warren Hanna and Peter Folk explore the worries retirees don’t always talk about, and why you don’t need to predict the future to prepare for it. 🎧 Tune in and put your own retirement plan to the “what if?” test.
Episode 13
Aged Care – When the Decisions Become Personal
When aged care becomes personal, the decisions can feel overwhelming. In this deeply personal episode, JBS client Julie Hyde joins Jenny Brown and Kaitlin Mifsud to share her family’s first-hand experience of navigating aged care for her mum, the emotions, difficult decisions and lessons learned along the way. Listen now and discover why starting the conversation early can make all the difference.
Episode 12
Ageing & Aged Care: Planning Before You Have To
Many people think aged care is something they’ll deal with later, but planning ahead can make all the difference. Jenny Brown, Kaitlin Mifsud and Peter Folk discuss the conversations, decisions and practical steps that can help protect your independence, support your family and make planning for ageing and aged care far less overwhelming. The best time to plan is before life makes the decisions for you. Start listening today. 🎧
Episode 11
Dodgy Deals, Scams & Retirement Regrets
Scams are becoming more sophisticated, and they can happen to anyone. In this episode, Jenny Brown, Warren Hanna and Peter Folk explore how to recognise common scams, avoid costly mistakes and protect both your finances and your confidence in retirement. From fake investment opportunities to travel scams and bank impersonations, discover practical tips to help you stop, think and make informed financial decisions. Choose your preferred platform below and start listening today. 🎧
Episode 10
How to Enjoy Life Without the Fear of Running Out
Will your money last? It’s one of the most common questions people ask as they approach retirement. In this episode, Jenny Brown, Warren Hanna and Peter Folk explore why the fear of running out of money can hold people back from fully enjoying retirement, and how thoughtful planning can replace uncertainty with confidence. Discover practical insights to help you make informed decisions, enjoy the lifestyle you’ve worked so hard for, and retire with greater peace of mind. Choose your favourite platform below and start listening today.
Episode 09
Beyond the Will
Estate planning isn’t just about having a Will. In this episode, Jenny Brown, Warren Hanna and Estate Planning Lawyer Lav Chhabra explore the people, relationships and decisions that shape a meaningful estate plan. From powers of attorney and superannuation to family conversations and legacy, discover why there is no one-size-fits-all approach to protecting the people you love. Listen now for practical insights that could help bring clarity and confidence to your future plans. 🎧
Episode 08
Legacy is more than money
When people think about legacy, they often focus on wills, inheritances and financial assets. But in reality, the conversations that matter most are usually about relationships, values, intentions and the things families wish had been discussed earlier. In this episode, the team explore the emotional side of legacy planning, the pressure many people feel to “get it right,” and why clarity and open conversations can be one of the greatest gifts we leave behind
EPISODE 07
Super – Powerful, Personal, and Often Misunderstood
Superannuation might not be the most exciting dinner table topic, but it could be one of the most important assets shaping your future retirement lifestyle. In this episode, the JBS Team unpack the myths, misconceptions and questions people commonly have about super, helping you better understand how this powerful tool can support the life you want in retirement. Tune in for a fresh perspective on your future.
EPISODE 06
From paycheque to purpose
What happens when work is no longer the thing that structures your days? In this episode, Jenny and Warren are joined by Rob Fava to explore life after the paycheque, including purpose, volunteering, commitment and finding fulfilment in retirement. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about purpose beyond work.
EPISODE 05
The myths that keep people stuck
Outdated ideas about retirement can hold people back from making confident decisions. In this episode, Jenny and Warren unpack some of the common myths that keep people feeling uncertain, overwhelmed or unsure about what comes next. Listen now and challenge the assumptions that may be shaping your retirement plans.
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