Leading into International Migrants Day (18 December) we hear migration narratives from three different perspectives. Dr Alexandra Dellios author and cultural historian, singer and entertainer Kamahl, and asylum-seeker volunteer Geraldine Butler.Alexandra discusses the influx of post-war migrants and the changing demographics of Australia. She also speaks about Bonegilla in Victoria which accommodated some 320,000 post-war refugees and migrants between 1947 to 1971. In Nostalgia Town, Lex & Patricia discover that not only is the legendary Kamahl a great singer, he is also a brilliant raconteur.Born in Kuala Lumpur, Kamahl tells his own migration story and talks about being ‘discovered’ by Rupert Murdoch. Now 87-years-old, Kamahl is cherished for his unique brand of compassion, love and entertainment. Kamahl’s stellar career earned gold and platinum records and performances at the London Palladium and Carnegie Hall. He was one of the first acts to appear in concert at the Sydney Opera House.For Steppin' Out we head to Melbourne to hear from Geraldine Butler - a volunteer at the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre. Australia's largest human rights organisation, it supports some 7,000 asylum seekers. Geraldine draws on her education background to share knowledge as well as using the ‘gift of the gab’ to help raise donations to provide support, education and the all important foodbank. Our Money Extra segment, brought to you by lawyer and retirement specialist, Alice Mantel, features advice from Kathryn Greiner AO. As leader of the Inquiry which brought significant changes to the NSW Retirement Village Sector, Kathryn is well-placed to highlight issues faced by seniors looking to move to an independent living facility. Thanks for joining us today!Sign up to be a Podcast Member (it's free!) at babyboomersguide.com.au and have your say on our Facebook page

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