Podvan Podcast with Rabbit

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://pod...

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! 😂...

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-firefigh...

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 g...

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...

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...

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 strat...

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 f...

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...

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...

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 "Rabbi...

*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 goin...

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.

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...

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 be...

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...

You don’t meet many people like Jordan Cabrita. At 28, he’s a world-ranked adaptive CrossFit athlete with Down syndrome, autism, and a tonne of other diagnoses that were never meant to line up with what he’s achieved. Alongside his powerhouse mum Danielle, Jordy has taken on life-threatening surgeries, lifelong health challenges, and a fitness scene that didn’t always know where he fit. Now? He’s...

Oh man - I'd forgotten how good this chat was!! Sarah Kearns shares the moment her stillbirth story cracked open - and how a panic attack during a jelly facial finally brought the anxiety to the surface. This one’s raw, powerful, and unexpectedly hilarious in parts (eyelash tinting nearly broke me). 🧠 Anxiety, silence, and grief in uniform 😂 Panic attacks, facials and awkward eye masks 📦 And wh...

Shaun’s a fishing-obsessed lad from Bristol who’s built an awesome community around his YouTube channel, The Fishing Bloggers . He’s in Australia right now chasing a few bites and joined me in the van for a yarn about the massive cultural differences in how we fish, what fish are worth (seriously, wait till you hear the price of a carp), and why he’s completely hooked. We covered: • How a humble h...

Here's the thing about Quick Fixes... I love them too! I forget who I had on last week - so to go back and hear people from over a year ago - it's like hearing brand new episodes! 😂 This part from Episode 26 is so funny! (And a great one for kids to listen to!) Big thanks to Dash, KK, and Brittany for jumping in the van. If you enjoyed this snippet, check out the full chat in Episode 26. 🌐 Podva...

From investigative journalism during the Asian financial crisis to working in London’s dot-com bubble, Amber’s journey has taken her from the newsroom to founding her own PR agency and becoming one of the country’s most respected crisis communications experts. We chat about ambition, burnout, bouncing back, and what it’s really like to coach someone through a 60 Minutes interview when their world...

When I put the call out for unique local legends, I didn’t expect a crew of metal detectorists to roll into the van, but that’s exactly what happened. Matt, Dave and Scott are part of a quiet underground of people who spend their time (and a fair bit of money) helping strangers recover lost wedding rings, car keys, and even pendants holding a loved one’s ashes. All for free. In this episode: • How...

Elsa, Olaf and Existential Crisis This one starts with a cute F1 reel… and ends with me questioning everything I know about Frozen . It’s got movie memory loss, school motto confessions, and my kids being far too confident with their Disney trivia. Fast-paced, funny, and full of sibling sass. If you liked this snippet, the full family chaos lives in Episode 25. 🌐 Podvan Website 👥 Facebook Group...

I rocked up to a singles night at a bowling alley… I parked out the front with the Podvan, waiting to chat with some of the locals brave enough to walk in solo. In this episode I chat with: • Grace, who moved to the Coast with no mates and has built friendships through these events • Irene, a widow who’s learning to reinvent herself • Steve, a men’s coach sharpening his social skills post-divorce...

"Parts of me need to stay on the bus – and not drive" Julie’s brilliant metaphor about our inner selves cracked me up and hit hard. This one’s from when we sat down to talk about Julie Goodwin's new book: "Your Time Starts Now". It's got mental health, identity, anxiety, and me admitting how I “read” her book. If you enjoyed this snippet, check out the full chat in Episode 22. 🌐 Podvan Website 👥...