The Midlife Shift with Alex Brooks

Travel, storytelling, and smart escapes collide in this episode of the Midlife Shift. We’re diving into the latest 2026 travel trends with acclaimed travel writer Sue Williams and industry expert Bec Hurley. From book-inspired getaways to digital detox destinations, discover how Australians over 50 are rewriting the rulebook on meaningful, affordable, and unforgettable holidays.What’s a Readaway? Think book-inspired getaways, digital detox escapes, and meaningful travel – all rolled into one. Whether you're dreaming of a girls’ trip, craving a solo recharge, or looking for affordable holiday tips, this episode is packed with ideas, tips, stories and laughs. Stay tuned for the Top 6 Readaway Destinations revealed at the end!

Stepping up as a carer of elderly parents or sick family members can feel anxiety-inducing, but finding a new way forward can also be an opportunity for deep connection. In this touching and surprisingly uplifting episode of The Midlife Shift, host Alex Brooks sits down with carer extraordinaire Mitch Gibson and Tea Time founder Jimmy Leishman. They discuss the wild new ways our generation is navigating getting older, caring for others, and why technology might just be the helping hand we all need.Mitch and Jimmy explore how "care tech" is fighting isolation in aged-care and why human connection remains king. They discuss how to have those hard conversations about end-of-life wishes (without being morbid), why you need to "gather your crew" when things get tough, and the practical realities of being a "TED" (The Elder’s Daughter).

Are you really sorting out the best way to financially retire, or just hoping it all works out? In this episode of The Midlife Shift, Alex Brooks is joined by superannuation expert Andrew Boal from Deloitte and Domain’s national property editor Alice Stoltz to unpack the BIG midlife financial questions: how to stay in touch with what you earn and spend, how your home shapes your retirement, and how to future-proof your life when everything feels so… abstract.This episode dives into some of the unique benefits of Australia’s compulsory superannuation system and how to make the best midlife money moves for your future — whatever that might look like.

They don’t do tents, they don’t do middle seats, and they definitely don’t do cask wine. Meet the travel snobs from the Nine series Travel Guides.In this laugh-out-loud episode of The Midlife Shift, Australia’s favourite travel snobs Kevin and Janetta sit down with host Alex Brooks to unpack their golden rules for travel, relationships, and living well after 50. This couple planned to retire and have spent the last ten years travelling the world on Channel Nine’s coin to appear in their Logie-winning lifestyle TV program.They dish out all the top travel tips - from the type of suitcase you simply must have through to the forensic packing requirements needed to travel extensively.They explain how to exploit your budget in the best way (hint: you need an airline membership) and what top 5 destinations all people over the age of 50 need to put on their list. With her label maker and ziploc bags in hand, Kevin and Janetta reveal how to travel in style without losing your cool (or your bags). They share what it’s really like working and travelling as a couple, and how getting older just means upgrading your standards—not giving up on adventure.Whether you’re planning your next holiday or just love a brutally honest chat, this one is for those who still want the window seat in life and will never settle down to stay put. 

What does midlife look like for one of Australia's favourite TV personalities? From 90s MTV fame to narrating RBT, this conversation with Andrew Daddo covers the hilarious, the heartfelt, and the human side of getting older.In this episode of The Midlife Shift, host Alex Brooks talks to beloved Australian presenter, author, and podcast host Andrew Daddo. Andrew shares candid stories about his famous family, his decades-long career, his obsession with golf, and his "poo theory" of parenting, all while reflecting on what really matters after 50.Andrew shares his trademark wit and insights on navigating midlife. He covers:The Daddo Legacy: Andrew talks about the famously close-knit Daddo siblings, the family's obsession with golf (and who is really the best), and the joy of creating trophies to bring everyone together.Parenting Older Kids: Hear Andrew's hilarious "poo theory" of parenting, how his kids keep him in check (no more saying "gay abandon"), and the realities of embarrassing them, speedos and all.Reflections on a 90s Career: Looking back at his time as one of the first Australian VJs on MTV, interviewing Elle Macpherson and Billy Connolly, and why he had to leave it all behind.The Reality of RBT: Andrew shares what it's really like narrating Australia's "bogans behaving badly," his take on human frailty, and the infamous "call a mate" story.Money, Ageing & Super: Andrew's "hard saver" mentality, taking superannuation seriously in a freelance world, and his hilarious (and painful) encounter with sandalwood oil in Sri Lanka.Dealing with Grief & Tragedy: A candid discussion on family tragedy, including his twin brother's life-changing accident and the loss of his best friend, and how storytelling helps process grief.This is a candid, funny, and surprisingly deep conversation about family, finding your passion, and navigating the weirdness of midlife.