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🎙️ In Episode 85, Rabs and Julie Goodwin bring you another hilarious and fun-filled adventure from the Podvan! Here’s what you can expect: • Test Driving Julie’s New Car: Rabs and Julie take Julie’s brand-new vehicle for a spin, and let’s just say it’s a wild ride! 🚗⚡ • Podvan Mishap: Rabs recounts a close call with the Podvan’s solar panel and a parking clearance. Find out how he almost lost a solar panel and what he did to (sort of) fix it. 🌞🛠️ • Hilarious Banter: From comparing cars to childhood stories, Rabs and Julie’s banter is on point, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, including the infamous “Snorkel Mask” memory. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑😂A massive thank you to our Patreon supporters! If you want to join the Podvan family and get access to bonus episodes, Podband songs, behind-the-scenes videos, and more, head over to our Patreon now. 🌟As always, your support means the world to us. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with friends and family and help us grow!All the Podvan links you might like to check out: • 🌐 Podvan Website • 👥 Facebook Group • 📘 Facebook Page • 📸 Instagram • 💖 Patreon • 🎵 TikTok • 📺 YouTubeOne final note, in case it wasn’t clear, the Podband that sometimes pop up in episodes and in the jingles aren’t real. You can’t go see them in concert. They’re an AI creation. Isn’t that mind-blowing?!?

🎙️ In Episode 84, Rabbit sits down with Heather Irvine-Rundle, clinical psychologist and co-owner of The Read Clinic, for an insightful and powerful conversation about mental health. Here’s what you can expect: • Understanding Panic Attacks: Heather breaks down the symptoms of panic attacks, how they’re often mistaken for heart problems, and what you can do to manage them when they strike. 🧠💡 • Normalising Mental Health Conversations: From medication to therapy, Rabbit and Heather tackle the importance of normalising discussions around mental health, sharing personal stories and listener feedback about the journey to seeking help. 🗣️🧠 • Support for Parents: Heather provides invaluable advice for parents navigating diagnoses like ASD, ADHD, and anxiety in their children, helping them understand the challenges and offering tools for coping. 👪💬A huge thank you to our Patreon supporters! If you want to join the Podvan family and get access to bonus episodes, Podband songs, behind-the-scenes videos, and more, head over to our Patreon now. 🌟As always, your support means the world to us. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with friends and family and help us grow!All the Podvan links you might like to check out: • 🌐 Podvan Website • 👥 Facebook Group • 📘 Facebook Page • 📸 Instagram • 💖 Patreon • 🎵 TikTok • 📺 YouTubeOne final note, in case it wasn’t clear, the Podband that sometimes pop up in episodes and in the jingles aren’t real. You can’t go see them in concert. They’re an AI creation. Isn’t that mind-blowing?!?

🎙️ In Episode 83, Rabbit takes things to a whole new level as he heads out for a walk-and-talk episode with Adam from Search for Hurt. This one’s a bit different from the usual Podvan format, but it’s packed with fascinating insights, laughs, and a unique fitness challenge. Here’s what you can expect: • Rucking and Fitness Hacks: Adam, now the founder of Ruksak, shares his journey into the world of rucking—a fitness method involving a weighted backpack. The two go for a walk while discussing how adding weight to your daily stroll can burn calories and improve posture. 🏋️‍♂️🎒 • Yo-Yo Dieting and Metabolic Health: Adam opens up about his battle with yo-yo dieting, metabolic health issues, and his ultimate health scare—being diagnosed with cancer. This part of the conversation is raw, inspiring, and packed with useful tips on how to stay healthy sustainably. 🍏🏃‍♂️ • Walking the Talk: Recorded during an actual walk around the stunning Terrigal area, this episode captures the live, huff-and-puff energy of two mates walking and chatting while giving listeners practical health advice. 🌅🎙️Want to try out rucking for yourself? Adam’s offering 10% off with the code RABS10 at Ruksak.com.A huge thank you to our Patreon supporters! If you want to join the Podvan family and get access to bonus episodes, Podband songs, behind-the-scenes videos, and more, head over to our Patreon now. 🌟As always, your support means the world to us. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with friends and family and help us grow!All the Podvan links you might like to check out: • 🌐 Podvan Website • 👥 Facebook Group • 📘 Facebook Page • 📸 Instagram • 💖 Patreon • 🎵 TikTok • 📺 YouTubeOne final note, in case it wasn’t clear, the Podband that sometimes pop up in episodes and in the jingles aren’t real. You can’t go see them in concert. They’re an AI creation. Isn’t that mind-blowing?!?

🎙️ In Episode 82, Rabs takes a spontaneous approach, diving into the funny, unexpected stories shared by the Podvan community. Here’s a glimpse of what’s in store:• PhoneFest: What started as a last-minute scramble for content quickly turned into a hilarious and heartwarming episode.• Kids Say the Darnedest Things: Listeners share their best stories of children repeating song lyrics and phrases they probably shouldn’t, leading to some truly embarrassing moments for their parents. 🤭👧🏼• A Podvan Mishap: Rabs recounts a minor accident involving the Podvan and a solar panel—let’s just say it has a “new shape” now. 🚐💥A massive thank you to our Patreon supporters! If you want to join the Podvan family and get access to bonus episodes, Podband songs, behind-the-scenes videos, and more, head over to our Patreon now. 🌟As always, your support means the world to us. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with friends and family and help us grow!All the Podvan links you might like to check out:• 🌐 Podvan Website• 👥 Facebook Group• 📘 Facebook Page• 📸 Instagram• 💖 Patreon• 🎵 TikTok• 📺 YouTubeOne final note, in case it wasn’t clear, the Podband that sometimes pop up in episodes and in the jingles aren’t real. You can’t go see them in concert. They’re an AI creation. Isn’t that mind-blowing?!?

🎙️ In Episode 81, Rabs welcomes back Marcus Kroek, a business coach with a fascinating career path that’s taken him from police officer to teacher, and now, a successful business coach and speaker. This conversation dives deep into the challenges of small business, embracing change, and learning more about yourself through the DISC personality profile. Here’s what to expect: • Navigating Business and Change: Marcus shares his insights on helping small businesses and individuals pivot towards success, discussing how his experiences shaped his approach to coaching and what businesses often overlook. 🏢💼 • Understanding DISC: Curious about personality types? Marcus breaks down the DISC personality profile in an easy-to-understand way, sharing how these insights can improve communication and teamwork. Plus, Rabs gets his DISC results live, with hilarious and eye-opening revelations. 🧠✨ • Practical Tools: Whether you’re a business owner or just someone looking to better understand people, this episode is packed with practical tools to help you identify personality types and work more effectively with others. 📊🔧Want to dive deeper into your own personality type? Marcus is offering a free DISC profile download exclusively for Podvan listeners, available on the Patreon page. 🌟You can find more about Marcus and his work at marcuskroek.com.As always, a massive thank you to our Patreon supporters! If you want to join the Podvan family and get access to bonus episodes, Podband songs, behind-the-scenes videos, and more, head over to our Patreon now. 🌟All the Podvan links you might like to check out: • 🌐 Podvan Website • 👥 Facebook Group • 📘 Facebook Page • 📸 Instagram • 💖 Patreon • 🎵 TikTok • 📺 YouTubeOne final note, in case it wasn’t clear, the Podband that sometimes pop up in episodes and in the jingles aren’t real. You can’t go see them in concert. They’re an AI creation. Isn’t that mind-blowing?!?

We're doing a bit of a rewind on this episode. Like a baby or a new relationship, we're celebrating every little milestone - even half birthdays!! 😆 In this one we're looking back to some bits from the first couple of weeks of the podcast. There's Kyla from Cakes By Kyla, Fi with her crazy marriage proposal, and Julie takes us through her hilarious visit to the spray tanning salon!A huge thank you to our Patreon supporters! If you want to join the Podvan family and get access to bonus episodes, Podband songs, behind-the-scenes videos, and more, head over to our Patreon now. 🌟As always, your support means the world to us. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with friends and family and help us grow!All the Podvan links you might like to check out: • 🌐 Podvan Website • 👥 Facebook Group • 📘 Facebook Page • 📸 Instagram • 💖 Patreon • 🎵 TikTok • 📺 YouTubeOne final note, in case it wasn’t clear, the Podband that sometimes pop up in episodes and in the jingles aren’t real. You can’t go see them in concert. They’re an AI creation. Isn’t that mind-blowing?!?

Rabs catches up with his old radio buddy, Matt De Groot, who’s now living in London. Expect a lively chat filled with humour, banter, and plenty of surprises. Here’s what’s in store: • Olympic Chatter and Conscription Games: Rabs and Matt dive back into their ongoing banter about the Olympics, including hilarious discussions about the idea of “Conscription Games,” where ordinary people are randomly selected to compete in Olympic-style events. 🏆📬 • Life Changes and New Adventures: Matt opens up about his recent move to London, and talks about the unexpected career change he’s exploring, including going back to university to study counselling. 🎓💼 • AI in Radio: The conversation takes a tech-savvy turn as Rabs and Matt discuss the future of AI in radio, how it’s already making waves, and what that means for the industry. Are radio hosts being replaced by machines? 🤖🎤 • Laugh-Out-Loud Moments: From the concept of “Only Vans” to discussions about AI-generated jingles, this episode is packed with laugh-out-loud moments and interesting insights. 🚐🎶A huge thank you to our Patreon supporters! If you want to join the Podvan family and get access to bonus episodes, Podband songs, behind-the-scenes videos, and more, head over to our Patreon now. 🌟As always, your support means the world to us. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with friends and family and help us grow!All the Podvan links you might like to check out: • 🌐 Podvan Website • 👥 Facebook Group • 📘 Facebook Page • 📸 Instagram • 💖 Patreon • 🎵 TikTok • 📺 YouTubeOne final note, in case it wasn’t clear, the Podband that sometimes pop up in episodes and in the jingles aren’t real. You can’t go see them in concert. They’re an AI creation. Isn’t that mind-blowing?!?

Julie talks about her love for op shops and the thrill of finding a great bargain, like her $4 mustard yellow cardigan from Vinnie’s. 🛍️💛 We've got a couple of hilarious stories involving Meghan Trainor’s birthday surprise from T-Pain, we look back to when Rabs ghosted Russell Crowe, and make a surprise birthday call to Rabs' Dad. 🎉🎤A huge thank you to our Patreon supporters! If you want to join the Podvan family and get access to bonus episodes, Podband songs, behind-the-scenes videos, and more, head over to our Patreon now. 🌟As always, your support means the world to us. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with friends and family and help us grow!All the Podvan links you might like to check out:🌐 Podvan Website👥 Facebook Group📘 Facebook Page📸 Instagram💖 Patreon🎵 TikTok📺 YouTubeOne final note, in case it wasn’t clear, the Podband that sometimes pop up in episodes and in the jingles aren’t real. You can’t go see them in concert. They’re an AI creation. Isn’t that mind-blowing?!?

This episode comes to you from New Zealand! Choice bro! I asked in our Facebook Group; "Have you ever made instant and long lasting friendships while on holidays?" and we got some great stories! Casey, Kylie and Tara share their stories with us in this one. :)A huge thank you to our Patreon supporters! If you want to join the Podvan family and get access to bonus episodes, Podband songs, behind-the-scenes videos, and more, head over to our Patreon now. 🌟As always, your support means the world to us. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with friends and family and help us grow!All the Podvan links you might like to check out: • 🌐 Podvan Website • 👥 Facebook Group • 📘 Facebook Page • 📸 Instagram • 💖 Patreon • 🎵 TikTok • 📺 YouTubeOne final note, in case it wasn’t clear, the Podband that sometimes pop up in episodes and in the jingles aren’t real. You can’t go see them in concert. They’re an AI creation. Isn’t that mind-blowing?!?