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Podvan Podcast with Rabbit

podvan.com.auThe Podvan is a mobile podcasting studio built inside a cute, little, retro caravan. The host is Rabbit, a guy with over three decades of on-air experience and a bunch of awards, who easily builds an atmosphere that invites lighthearted conversations, helpful chats around Mental Health, and moments that"ll leave you with a smile. Produced by Podvan MediaContact: info@podvan.com.au

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Ep142: Antarctic Survival and Safari Thrills –...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/28

From mountain gorillas to Antarctica, Bobby-Jo takes wildlife adventures to a whole new level!In Ep142, I chat with Bobby-Jo, wildlife photographer and safari guide, about her incredible experiences with animals and nature around the world. 🌍📸• 🦍 Gentle Giants – A silverback gorilla encounter you won’t believe.• 🧊 Antarctic Adventures – How Bobby-Jo survived being stuck at a military base in Antarctica!• 🌟 The Safari Life – The ups, downs, and unforgettable moments of guiding safaris.If you

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35:39

Ep141: Culture, Compassion, and Change – A Chat with...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/26

In Ep141, I chat with Riverbank Frank Doolan, a highly respected Wiradjuri Elder who has spent his life fighting for justice, human rights, and reconciliation. 🌏❤️We cover:• 🛶 Life on the Wambool (Macquarie) River – Frank’s connection to his culture and community.• 🤝 Building Bridges – His unique perspective on reconciliation and the future of Australia.• 🌟 Wisdom for the Next Generation – Lessons on humanity, diversity, and finding common ground.If you’re inspired by resilience, community, and

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39:22

Ep140: Dubbo Delights – Hippo Hugs, Birdwatching...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/23

What do hippos, bilbies, and birdwatching have in common? Dubbo, of course!In Episode 140, I chat with SOMAD's Tim Hosking, Leonie from Taronga Western Plains Zoo, and Marie from France for a fun and fascinating look at Dubbo’s unique wildlife, conservation efforts, and vibrant community.We cover:• 🦛 The Magic of Taronga Western Plains Zoo – From hippo encounters to predator-proof bilby sanctuaries.• 🛡️ Conservation in Action – Leonie shares how her team is protecting endangered species like

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41:50

Ep139: What A Powerful Episode! Cancer Survivor to...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/21

Oh man. This is a POWERFUL episode! I'm actually really struggling to put into words what Molly takes us through here. I think it's my favourite one so far. It's a story filled with resilience, positivity, and hope. 🌈💪In this one, Molly Croft takes us through her incredible journey from battling bone cancer as a child to co-founding a charity that’s raised over a million dollars for sarcoma research and support.We cover:• 🏐 From Netball Courts to Chemo Chairs – How Molly’s life changed

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40:59

Ep138: Mental Health Chat - Retro Rides and Real Talk...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/19

In this episode, I sit down with Matt to explore his journey of passion and purpose, from restoring his wife’s grandfather’s Chevy truck into a six-figure masterpiece to creating spaces for men to connect and support each other. 🚗💬We cover:• 🛻 The Story of the Chevy – A touching family project that turned into a show-stopping retro rebuild.• 🤝 Shed Happens – How Matt’s initiative is transforming lives by giving men a place to talk and heal.• 🛠️ Tradies in Sight – Tackling mental health

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Ep137: What A Ride! You performed for the Queen??...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/16

These stories will blow your mind!!In Ep137, I sit down with music educator and professional clarinetist Cathy Crossing for an episode filled with wild stories and inspiring lessons. 🎶🌍We cover:• 🌏 Teaching Across the Globe – From China to Mexico to Kazakhstan, Cathy shares her experiences teaching in diverse cultures.• 🎶 Professional Clarinetist Life – Playing for royalty and travelling the world with a clarinet quartet.• 🛑 Adapting to Change – Cathy’s story is bursting with incredible

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37:16

Ep136: Mindset, Money, and Moving Forward – Business...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/14

What’s the secret to building a successful business and a balanced life?In Ep136, I’m joined by my business coach Marcus Kroek for an insightful chat recorded roadside on my way to Dubbo. 🚗We chat about:• 🧠 Above the Line Thinking – How taking ownership and responsibility transforms both business and life.• 💰 Financial Foundations – Practical tips on managing money, pricing, and building a strong base for your business.• 🚀 Becoming a Business Owner – Shifting your mindset and stepping into the

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Ep135: The Road Trip Episode – Perfect for Family...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/12

Need something fun to keep the family entertained on a road trip? This episode is for you!In Ep135, Julie Goodwin and I have crafted the perfect episode for families to listen to together in the car. It’s packed with laughs, games, and silly stories designed to make your next road trip a whole lot more fun. 🚗🎙️We cover:• 🧐 Guess the Animal – A hilarious game of “What Animal Am I?” that’s perfect for the backseat crew.• 🎵 Sing-Alongs and Lyric Challenges – Fun musical moments that will have

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47:20

Ep134: Family Fun and Funny Stories—Hanging Out with...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/09

THE START OF THIS EPISODE MAY GROSS YOU OUT!!In Ep134, my kids Jordan and Tiana join me for a hilarious and heartwarming episode full of random topics, laughs, and stories we’ll probably regret sharing. 😂We dive into:• 🤣 Crackalicious Moments – From cracking knuckles to cracking jokes, we’re starting this one with sound effects!• 🎓 Memory Lane Fun – Testing their knowledge of my childhood, first jobs, and questionable parenting moments.• 🧐 Life Lessons and Sibling Bonds – Jordan and Tiana share

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33:10

Ep133: Love Across Borders – Two Long-Distance...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/07

What’s it really like to love someone halfway across the world?In Ep133, I chat with two couples who are making long-distance relationships work—and having some wild adventures along the way. 🌍💛We cover:• 🌊 From Kayaks to Motorbikes: Damiano and Petra share how their love story started on the water and took them across countries by road.• 💛 Kenya to Australia: Damo and his fiancée have built a relationship across continents and are finding ways to stay connected.• 🗺️ Getting Lost Together: From

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30:39

Ep132: Julie Goodwin's Crafting, Chaos, and Chai Lattes

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/05

Ever needed a code word to escape a bad meeting?In Ep132, Julie Goodwin’s back in the Podvan for a hilarious chat about awkward encounters, safe words, and unexpected New Year’s Eve adventures. 🦋🎉We cover:• 🍌 Code Words and Escapes: Julie shares the bizarre origins of her safe word “banana” and why it didn’t always work.• 🔥 Hiking Misadventures: Rabbit’s uphill trek to see fireworks leads to spider webs, headlamps, and some questionable chivalry.• 🧶 Crafting and Chaos: Julie defends headlamp

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54:27

Ep131: A Man, his Dog, and a 15,000 Kilometre Trek...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/01/02

How far would you go for your mental health?In this episode, I chat with Garth and Max, a veteran and his assistance dog, who are walking 15,000 kilometres around Australia to raise funds for mental health and children’s charities. 🚶‍♂️🐾We cover:• 🏕️ Life on the Road – From pulling a 200kg trailer to unexpected challenges, Garth shares what it’s like living on foot.• 🐶 Meet Max – Garth’s loyal assistance dog plays a huge role in supporting him through anxiety and keeps things entertaining along

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59:49

Ep130 – New Years Resolutions with Rabbit, Julie and...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2024/12/31

What’s your word for the year?In this New Year’s Day episode, Julie Goodwin joins me in the Podvan as we chat about resolutions, reflections, and choosing a single word to define your year ahead. 🌟We cover:• 🧘‍♂️ Why picking a word like “growth” or “balance” can keep you focused and motivated.• 🎤 Unexpected drop-in guests share their 2025 goals—from mindfulness to gymnastic backflips!• 🧠 Real talk about making choices that spark joy, purpose, or at least pay the bills!Whether you’re here for

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Ep129: Facing Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Together –...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2024/12/29

What’s it like to face an Alzheimer’s diagnosis at just 50 years old? In this emotional and heartfelt episode, I sit down with Jeanette and Jeremy as they share their story about navigating life after Jeremy’s early-onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis.We cover:•🧠 Spotting the Signs: From misplaced passports to personality changes, how Jeanette first knew something wasn’t right.•💬 Diagnosis and Acceptance: Jeremy opens up about the moment he was diagnosed and how he’s facing the changes.•❤️ Family,

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29:21

Ep128: Building Dreams from the Ground Up – Michelle...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2024/12/26

How do you start a quarry from scratch when you’ve never even worked in one? In this episode, I sit down with Michelle and Scotty, who left their old jobs to launch Brooklyn Quarry, just outside Tamworth. From figuring out how to get started to handling massive equipment from Ireland, their story is full of grit, laughs, and gutsy decisions.We cover:•🚛 Quarry 101: From first digs to massive rock crushers—how they built the business from the ground up. (or down)•🛠️ Learning on the Go: How

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26:41

Ep127: Naughty or Nice? Kids Take Over the Podvan...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2024/12/24

What happens when Santa drops into the Podvan? Absolute mayhem, laughter, and a sleigh-full of festive cheer! 🎅 In this special Christmas episode, we invite the kids from Cottage Kids Community Preschool into the van to chat with Santa, share their Christmas wishes, and ask the big questions—like what happens to all that reindeer poo? 🎄We cover:•🎅 Santa’s Secrets: The truth about reindeer magic and elves cleaning up after them.•🎁 Christmas Wishes: From Barbie houses to scooters, find out what’s

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Ep126: Max Jackson’s Musical Journey – From Star...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2024/12/21

🎙️ What do you get when you mix raw talent, a love for storytelling, and a touch of country charm? You get Max Jackson—a country music star who’s blazing her trail in the industry!In this episode, I chat with Max about:• 🌟 Her rise to stardom: From winning the Toyota Star Maker to becoming an ambassador for the Tamworth Country Music Festival.• 🎵 The art of songwriting: How her childhood in country Australia shaped her passion for storytelling through music.• 🚀 Viral moments: The creative

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30:18

Ep125: Building the Country Music Capital – Behind...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2024/12/19

How did Tamworth become the Country Music Capital of Australia? In this episode, I chat with Barry Harley and Lawrie Minson, two legends with decades of stories from the iconic Tamworth Country Music Festival. We cover:•🎸 The Origins of Tamworth’s Golden Guitars: How it all started in a small town with big dreams.•🏕️ Tent Mishaps and Festival Fun: From thunderstorms to massive circus tents, Tamworth’s wild early days.•🌟 Spotlighting New Talent: How buskers and Star Maker winners have launched

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44:24

Ep124: When Rhymes Don’t Rhyme – A Side-Splitting...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2024/12/17

***HEAVY LANGUAGE WARNING!!*** Not safe for kiddos! 😳What rhymes with frog? Julie Goodwin is back in the van, and we dive into the ultimate debate over rhymes, random words, and ridiculous stories. It’s the silliest, funniest chat yet, featuring:•🐸 Rhyme Time Debates: Do “frog” and “dot” rhyme? Julie and I dig deep into this (spoiler: it’s chaos).•🚛 CB Radios and Jousting Sticks: Nostalgia hits as we swap CB radio tales and highway mishaps.•🎄 Podvan Christmas Spirit: From crocheted prawns to a

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19:49

Ep123: From Plan B to a Waterfront Wonderland – The...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2024/12/15

What’s it like building a floating playground from scratch? In this episode, I chat with Fordy, the creator of Central Coast Aqua Park, to uncover the inspiring and entertaining story behind this local favourite. We cover:•🌊 Turning Plan B Into Success: How a misstep in Airlie Beach led to ten incredible years on the Central Coast.•🚧 Behind the Scenes: The surprising logistics of setting up a seasonal aqua park.•🛟 Community Connections: Supporting local businesses and creating a space for fun and

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