Advertise on podcast: Beyond The Now: Retirement Worth Living

In this episode of Beyond the Now, host Suzanne Pereira is joined by Kutira Bandte, resident at Kennedy Place and creator behind the Instagram account @superkombi, where she proudly describes herself as an Australian Age Disruptor. With her bold fashion choices, vibrant energy, and refreshing outlook on ageing, Kutira is redefining what retirement can look like. In this uplifting and inspiring conversation, Suzanne and Kutira explore identity after work, the courage it takes to express yourself publicly later in life, and how creativity and self-expression can unlock confidence at any age. Kutira shares the journey that led her to embracing fashion more boldly in retirement, including how social media became an unexpected creative outlet and source of connection. Together, they discuss the common misconceptions around ageing and retirement, and why this chapter of life can actually become one of the most freeing, expressive, and purpose-filled seasons yet. The conversation also touches on the importance of community, encouragement from family and friends, and how living at Ardency has supported Kutira in embracing this exciting next chapter. This episode is a powerful reminder that retirement is not about becoming smaller or quieter — it can be a time to rediscover who you are, pursue passions that have been waiting in the wings, and confidently take up space exactly as you are. This episode is for you if: • You’re navigating identity and purpose after retirement • You’ve ever wondered if it’s “too late” to start something new • You’re curious about how community living can support confidence, connection, and wellbeing • You believe retirement can be a beginning, not an ending // Beyond the Now, hosted by Ardency, brings you conversations that challenge outdated ideas about retirement and explore wellbeing, lifestyle, community, purpose, and modern retirement living. Because this isn’t the end of something — it’s the beginning of a whole new future. Visit: Ardency Home #BeyondTheNow #RetirementLiving #HealthyAgeing #PurposeAfterRetirement #CreativeAgeing #FashionAtAnyAge #RetirementLifestyle #CommunityLiving #ModernRetirement #AgeDisruptor #Wellbeing #Confidence #RetirementCommunities See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode of Beyond the Now, we sit down with respected medical professional, wellbeing advocate and familiar TV personality Gerald Quigley to reimagine what healthy ageing and retirement living can truly look like. As we live longer than ever before, Gerald shares why it’s never too early to start thinking, talking and researching what you want your future to be. Gerald unpacks common misconceptions around retirement living, the proven benefits of social connection, and why meaningful human relationships are one of the most powerful ways to support healthy ageing. They explore how embracing community can unlock joy, vitality and unexpected opportunities – particularly for men navigating retirement and wellbeing in later life. This uplifting conversation offers practical advice and a refreshing perspective on designing a future filled with health, meaning and optimism. This episode is for you if: You’re wondering when the “right time” is to start thinking about retirement living You want credible, expert insight into healthy ageing and wellbeing You’re curious about how social connection supports longevity You’re seeking purpose, fulfilment and new possibilities in your next chapter // Are you wondering what life beyond the now really looks like? How do you stay healthy, connected, and inspired as you move into this next stage of life? Beyond the Now, hosted by Ardency, brings you conversations that challenge outdated ideas about retirement and explore wellbeing, longevity, community, purpose, and modern retirement living. Because this isn’t the end of something — it’s the beginning of a whole new future. Visit: www.ardency.com.au #HealthyAgeing #WellbeingReimagined #RetirementLiving #Longevity #SocialConnection #RetirementWellbeing #PurposefulLiving #MenAndWellbeing #ActiveAgeing #LuxuryRetirementLiving See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you wondering what life after retirement really looks like today? How to stay active, social, and inspired as you move into this next stage of life? Or what it means to design your retirement lifestyle with wellbeing, travel, community, creativity, and purpose? This series, hosted by Ardency — leaders in luxury retirement living, brings you inspiring stories, expert advice, and practical insights to help you shape your future with confidence and joy. Because retirement isn’t the end of something — it’s the beginning of your most extraordinary chapter. Brought to you by Ardency.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.