Former teenage girlfriend and boyfriend Melissa and Paul, who started dating at school in Papua New Guinea, connect on social media and reignite their romance – 42 years after last seeing each other.

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A story of love, deception, and heartbreak as Michelle meets the man of her dreams – an airline pilot. But not all is as it seems, and alarm bells soon start ringing.

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Dare to Date is the latest season in the Life's Booming podcast hosted by James Valentine. It’s jam-packed full of real-life stories of sweethearts reuniting, online dating trials and triumphs, plus the fraudster who should be avoided at all costs! Stay tuned.

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Rockabilly dancers, rock’n’roll circuitgoers and avid Elvis fans Lyn and Peter Davis talk to James Valentine about life on the road with Wagz their dog in a refurbished 1986 bus that follows the music. From the friendships they’ve made to the range of towns across Australia they’ve visited. Don’t miss Lyn’s extensive Elvis memorabilia, which includes cushions, a thermometer, a jukebox, hand towels and salt and pepper shakers, plus James singing a few tunes of his own. This heartwarming episode will make you want to dance.

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Bob and Phyllis Bowers are adventure junkies. They’ve been married for 53 years and it’s their shared love of exploring that keeps them together, from kayaking to camping, hiking and abseiling. They’ve had near-death experiences down the Nymboida River, completed seven-day hikes in the Kimberley and seen the incredible Gwion Gwion Aboriginal rock art (formerly known as Bradshaw art). Their love of small towns across Australia and the wonderful people they’ve met along the way continues to inspire them and their trips. 

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For the past three decades, Wendy French has joined her husband Graham on "holidays" around Australia, where they romantically park up beside disused railway lines and wait – sometimes for days - to see elusive trains. You read correctly... trains. This heartwarming episode is full of laughs and surprises, and a reminder that the things we do for love don't always make sense. All aboard for train-inspired tales across the country. 

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In this exciting episode, you’ll get to know Judy and Erle Williamson. They call themselves The Travelling Willies after they decided to sell up their home in Gunnedah and live and travel Australia in their makeshift ‘mobile granny flat’. Hear about their experiences volunteering in remote places, as well as their hot tips on how to financially set up and plan your life on the road with minimal fuss. Share Judy and Earle’s geographical and emotional journey as they take us from Kangaroo Island to Lightning Ridge and everywhere imaginable in between.

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In this episode of Life’s Booming, you’ll meet the extraordinary Gaylene Seeney. Gaylene is a thalidomide survivor, but her condition hasn’t stopped her from heading off on solo adventures. With her furry companion Albert the dog—and her trusty pliers by her side—she tells us about the joys and challenges of living off the grid (and just how long you can survive on canned food!) If you’ve wondered what it’s like to travel solo in the outback - inspiration awaits. Listen to her story here, and hear about the fabulous experiences she’s had since hitting the wide, open road with her ute and van.

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A few years ago Tony fought off throat cancer and had terrible survivor’s guilt, so he and Lisa hitched up their caravan and took off - using the time and space to mend physically and mentally. What was initially meant to be a six-month holiday, eventually turned into more than two-and-a-half years, and after Lisa (an ex-ballet dancer) had surgery on her ankles earlier this year, they’ve headed bush again!  

Get ready to hear about the Southwell’s adventures around Australia, where they share everything from cooking bush tucker, to meeting the man that developed the Tasmanian Overland track. If you need inspiration to get on the road - you’ll find it right here! Listen in as Lisa and Tony take you on their “coddiwompling” journey through outback Queensland - travelling in a purposeful manner towards a vague destination.

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Hear all about the new series celebrating grey nomads brought to you by Australian Seniors and hosted by James Valentine.

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