PodVan Podcast

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 their online community has grown to 65,000 members• Emotional recoveries from beaches, backyards and bush tracks• Their wildest finds, from Tiffany rings to 1930s radio dials• Why they never charge, even when people insistThis one’s full of heart and good feels. Enjoy!Huge thanks to our Patreon legends for keeping the wheels turning.All the links:Podvan WebsiteFacebook GroupFacebook PageInstagramPatreonTikTokYouTube

Elsa, Olaf and Existential CrisisThis 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📘 Facebook Page📸 Instagram💖 Patreon🎵 TikTok📺 YouTube

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• Scott, a full-blown pro bowler (yes, with the wrist guard and his own balls)• And Lisa from Connect Social, the driving force behind these fun eventsWe talk loneliness, laughter, starting over, and why it’s worth putting your jammies aside and saying yes to something new.Thanks as always to our Patreon crew for supporting this little retro caravan of stories.All the links:👉 Podvan Website👉 Join the Facebook Group👉 Follow the Facebook Page👉 Instagram👉 Patreon – bonus bits for members👉 TikTok👉 YouTube

"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👥 Facebook Group📘 Facebook Page📸 Instagram💖 Patreon🎵 TikTok📺 YouTube

Lisa from Connect Social is back in the van! And yep, the chaos kicks in immediately. Last time we had her on, the power cut out mid-chat — so this time we crossed our fingers and jumped straight back into the deep end. ADHD meds, weird habits, relationships, love, friendship events… and a whole heap of laughs.We cover:My own ADHD diagnosis & the do-it/don’t-do-it voices in my headLisa’s take on adult friendships, traffic light parties & weird wristband codesWhy Connect Social isn’t just for singles anymoreThe challenge (and joy) of creating real spaces for connectionWild theories about birds, Red Bulls, and scabs (yep, you read that right)And somewhere in there, we almost talked about her business.Massive thanks to Lisa for jumping back in. We’ll see if she lets me come crash her bowling night for Ep175…Big thanks to our Patreon legends who help make this show happen. Want to hear full episodes, behind-the-scenes reels, or support the van rolling? Jump on here: https://patreon.com/podvanAll the links:🎙️ Podvan Website: https://podvan.com.au👥 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepodvan📱 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thepodvan📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepodvan❤️ Patreon: https://patreon.com/podvan🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepodvan📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepodvan

So… this is different. I’ve got Covid! First time, five years late, and now I’m banished to the downstairs level like a proper plague rat (my son’s words, not mine). No guests allowed, so you’re stuck with me — but there’s plenty going on! • My overdue Covid debut and some very amusing isolation moments • An update on starting ADHD meds • Some very cool behind-the-scenes on the Grumpy Ginger Yarn Co partnership • The beauty of Memory Lane sessions, especially after editing one for Julie’s 30th anniversary • A hilarious post-episode van chat with Julie about gyms, weddings, and getting a ferret up your clacker (yep, it’s in there)Thanks for sticking with me while I get better. Normal recording resumes as soon as I can be trusted around people again. Meanwhile, enjoy this weird and wonderful little time capsule.Thanks to our Patreon legends for keeping the van rolling.All the links:👉 Podvan Website👉 Facebook Group👉 Facebook Page👉 Instagram👉 Patreon👉 TikTok👉 YouTube

Funnel webs and a very suspicious “dog toy” – pest control has never been this entertaining.When you bring in the professionals to deal with spiders, fleas and cockroaches, you also get wild stories about haunted toilets, charging devices best left unnamed, and a book left out for a bathroom funnel web.If you enjoyed this snippet, check out the full chat in Episode 24.🌐 Podvan Website👥 Facebook Group📘 Facebook Page📸 Instagram💖 Patreon🎵 TikTok📺 YouTube

I thought I was going to chat with Donna about her art therapy work with kids. But from the moment we jumped on the phone, I realised there was a lot more to this story.It has a lot to do with her kids. Her son is literally a rocket scientist, one daughter is the mutli-ARIA-nominated musician Jack River, and the other daughter, Shannon, is the reason Donna now runs one of the most impactful art programs I’ve ever heard of. We barely scratch the surface here, but the insight, strength, and soul she brings is something I’ll never forget.This one is a crazy-beautiful mix of space, music, grief, healing, and hope. Thank you Donna ❤️Thanks as always to our Patreon legends for keeping this van rolling down the road.All the links:👉 Podvan Website👉 Facebook Group👉 Facebook Page👉 Instagram👉 Patreon👉 TikTok👉 YouTube

What started as a $20 trip to the markets turned into a full-blown backyard reno! Now the family’s got a funny farm, a dog-duck friendship, and a rogue budgie named George.If you enjoyed this snippet, check out the full chat in Episode 18.🌐 Podvan Website👥 Facebook Group📘 Facebook Page📸 Instagram💖 Patreon🎵 TikTok📺 YouTube