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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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00:24:04

Julie Goodwin's Idea For My Tombstone!

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/07/13

"He lies Rabs, all the gear and no idea."Well, it seems Jules and I have sorted out what's going on my tombstone. So that's one thing ticked off the list.This was one of those classic Podvan chats that went everywhere and nowhere all at once. We talked about the weird and wonderful world of online comment sections, whether our phones are actually reading our minds, and the new TV show that has Julie thinking about wrapping people in tarps (I'm watching my back).If you love a

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00:18:47

QF42: The Crazy Things People Collect!

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/07/10

This one comes from waaay back in episode 42! We parked up at Umina beach, and I invited a bunch of collectors down. Some amazing stories about the things they have - and why!Remember, if you'd like to hear the whole episode it came from, just search for Episode 42 of The Podvan Podcast!NEW EPISODES every MONDAYPATREON EXCLUSIVE episodes for members at podvan.com.au/members

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00:41:45

Heather Irvine-Rundle on How Childhood Trauma Becomes...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/07/06

Ever wondered why you are the way you are? And why you do things the way you do?In another awesome chat with Clinical Psychologist Heather Irvine-Rundle from The Read Clinic, we talk about how childhood experiences, including trauma and adverse events, can shape the adults we become and, most importantly, what can be done about it.Heather takes us through how the brain develops in those crucial first four years, why it’s not what happens to you but the meaning you make of it that matters, and how

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00:36:34

Rosie Waterland on PTSD, Mental Health Maintenance,...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/06/29

Rosie Waterland's "Just The Gist" podcast had over 10 million downloads, and her memoir "The Anti-Cool Girl" was a best-selling award winner. I recorded this chat with Rosie at Words on the Waves, where she was promoting her new book Broken Brains, co-written with Jamila Rizvi. We got into what it means to live with trauma, the invisibility of mental illness, and how she’s learned to stop chasing a cure and start living her life - WITH the trauma.It's a beautiful,

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00:33:21

Julie Goodwin and the Laughs You Just Might Need...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/06/22

People have talking about really copping the winter blues lately. Do you need a laugh or 2? Here you go!Julie’s back in the Podvan and somehow we cover everything from what people always say to tall people, to my dodgy hacked chairs, to GTA5 life lessons and a bit of how to get backstage at a racetrack.Just a bit of classic Podvan banter. Get bonus episodes and more for $10 a month at http://podvan.com.au/members Let’s connect! ⬇️Facebook | Instagram | FB Group | Podvan Website | YouTube |

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00:20:50

QF41: The Biggest Laughs with Julie Goodwin!

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/06/19

This Quick Fix is pure chaos in the best way: we’re parked up at the beach, the dogs are everywhere, there’s suspicious Labrador mischief, we test out bone-conduction headphones (through our actual bones, obviously), and then spiral into a very scientific debate about bears, men, and Hemsworths. No plan- and a stack of laughs!!! If this doesn't put a smile on your face - go see your doctor! 😂Remember, if you’d like to hear the whole episode it came from, just search for Episode 41 of The Podvan

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00:38:03

How Ex-Firefighter Billy Mac Found Hope After Trauma...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/06/15

WARNING: This episode contains talk around car crashes, fatalities, PTSD, and suicide. It's a great chat - and we have a lot of laughs amongst it, but it's real and it's raw - and if you're not in the right headspace to listen right now, you might want to give this one a skip.I've always wanted to get a firefighter on the podcast! And then I met Billy Mac. He has lived through a lot! Ex-firefighter, ex-army, and now living with PTSD, CTE and a late ADHD diagnosis that kinda makes sense of the chaos

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00:37:31

Lottie Dalziel from Banish on Sustainable Living...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/06/09

You know those plastic bottle tops you toss in the bin? Lottie Dalziel’s turned them into coasters, earrings and pens! She’s the founder of Banish, a platform that makes sustainability accessible (and fun!). We talk about how she started with one New Year’s resolution and ended up with 70 shoeboxes a day in the mail, the realities of greenwashing, and how to do your bit for the planet.We also get into:• What sparked Lottie’s green mission• The small changes that actually save you money• Why

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00:11:14

QF39: Luke Mangan OAM “French Bistros and the Power...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/06/05

In this Quick Fix, we’re joined by renowned chef and restaurateur Luke Mangan, straight from the stage to the van! Luke shares his story of navigating the restaurant world, including how he faced near-bankruptcy, the relentless overheads of the industry, and what drives his success.If you'd like to hear the whole chat, which includes Shane Fitzsimmons on leadership during the devastating 2019–2020 bushfires, and Tim Martin on AI in business and life, just look up Episode 39 in the Podvan

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00:46:17

Ep188: Julia Baird on The Power of Acts of Kindness &...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/06/01

This one is very different - and super special. I sat down in front of a packed room with author, broadcaster and journalist Julia Baird at the Words on the Waves Writers Festival to talk about her new book Bright Shining. Julia’s work has changed lives and given so many people the courage to keep going. In this chat, we look at the big ideas that shape her writing – awe, grace, and the power of compassion. From a nurse’s gentle touch to a father’s act of forgiveness, these stories are AMAZING!Huge

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50:13

Ep187: You Need To Hear This Episode NOW!! 😂 (Video...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/05/29

I REALLY hope you're finding this episode on the day it's released! It'll just make the whole experience so much more fun for you! 😂 (And then the next episode as well!)Tomorrow I’m interviewing the amazing author Julia Baird at Words on the Waves, and my mate Julie Goodwin stopped by for a chat-slash-intervention-slash-roast to make sure I’m prepared. We cover everything from ADHD reading strategies to episode title theory, to what it’s like to work with Kermit the Frog. Yep. Not even making that

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36:35

Ep186: Sarah Kearns "You Can’t Hate Yourself Into...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/05/25

Sarah Kearns is back - and glowing from the inside out.The program Sarah runs is called " Project Glow" - and it's so much more than a health kick. It’s a full-circle transformation built on self-respect, tiny habits, and a brutally honest look at what’s not working. Sarah opens up about her own journey through motherhood, grief, hormone shifts, and the slow, sustainable changes that helped her find herself again.We chat about:• The moment that changed everything (a waterfall in Cairns)• Why body

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20:04

Quick Fix 38: Dealing With Massive Changes In Your Life

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/05/22

A year ago in Episode 38, Cass and Vicky rolled into town and jumped in the van. Cass and I used to work together at the radio station and both of us (and Vicky, it turned out) had a lot of reflection and redirecting to do when we got hit with a massive change. I'm sure many of us have been through this - and it's a bloody tough thing to navigate!This one starts off loose and broken - but ends up deep and thoughtful. Hope you enjoy it.And if you'd like to hear the whole episode it came from, just

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54:01

Ep185: Where Writers Get Ripped Apart (and Come Back...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/05/18

This is a really fun one! Amanda and Ed from the Not Quite Write podcast run flash fiction competitions that flip traditional writing advice on its head — and their “daredevil” critiques have become a favourite feature for brave writers.We talked about:• How “kill your darlings” became a writing comp prompt• Why tough feedback beats empty praise• Blind judging, beta readers, and growth through critiqueAnd to enter to win part of the $4000 in cash prizes, head to http://notquitewriteprize.comHuge

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37:13

QF37: "Have You Ever Had A Colonic Irrigation?"

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/05/15

Julie had no idea what she was walking into.She thought she was meeting me at the beach - instead, she ended up in a float tank under an apartment block, getting Reiki, facials, and mocked by a woman with a massage oil holster. And it only got weirder from there.Huge thanks to our Patreon Subscribers! ❤️All memberships now $10 a month - and include weekly Patreon Exclusive episodes with "Rabbit and Julie Goodwin"Let’s connect! ⬇️🔗 Website | FB Group | FB Page | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube🎧

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40:37

Ep184: A Shoebill Tried To Mate With Me!

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/05/11

*Video Episode on Spotify* Bobby-Jo from the Safari Life podcast jumps in the van with wild stories, hilarious first meetings, emotional photos and one very frisky prehistoric bird. 😳Also:• Cheetahs hunting only 15m from the car• Gorillas gently moving her aside• Shoebills doing… whatever THAT was• The epic photo exhibition she’s about to drop• How Safari Life was born - and where it’s goingHuge thanks to our Patreon Subscribers! ❤️You can get a membership for just $10 a month and score a whole

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18:56

Ep183: Honestly - How Much Money I Make From This...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/05/08

Yep. The title says it all really. And honestly, I reckon you'll be shocked by some of these numbers!BIG announcement regarding the future plans for the Podvan Podcast in this one too.Please leave a comment below. I'd love to hear from you!Rabs. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:59

Ep182: Jenny Darbin's $300,000 Spine!

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/05/04

I met Jenny Darbin at her beautiful homewares store, Ivy & Rose in Wyong. She’s sharp, hilarious, and endlessly generous - and this episode shows every side of her.Jen's been an interior designer for over 25 years, working across huge corporate fit-outs, high-end homes, and deeply emotional renovations. Her story of how she got to where she is includes more drama, heartbreak, and triumph than you’d ever expect!We'll go through:• What actually makes a “good” interior designer• The jaw-dropping

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44:28

Ep181: Julie Goodwin & The Funniest Episode Yet!!

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/05/01

I reckon this one should come with a warning: high chance of laughter-induced snorting.Julie Goodwin is back in the van and this time, we spiral gloriously through philosophical dilemmas, accidental insults, ADHD meds, trolley problems, and a puppy called Jerry. It’s loose. It’s chaotic. And it’s probably the most on-brand episode we’ve ever done! 😂"Sometimes the second thought really is the better one"Huge thanks to our Patreon Subscribers! ❤️Exciting things coming for you soon!Let's connect! ⬇️🔗

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32:57

Ep180: R.I.P 101 Year Old Cath Troy - Thank You For...

Podvan Podcast with Rabbit ·

2025/04/29

I had the absolute honour of recording my 100th episode with Cath Troy – and I’ll never forget it. At 101 years old, she was still sharp as a tack, full of cheek, and generous with her stories. Cath passed away yesterday at the age of 101.If you’ve never heard her stories, this is the time. She grew up in Balmain, watched the Harbour Bridge being built, danced through the war years, fell in love with her beloved Cess, and told stories with the kind of sparkle that only comes from living a very full

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