It's the Podvan Podcast's 1st Birthday!! A lot of reflecting, a few flashbacks to standout moments, a Live Performance, and 2 BIG ANNOUNCEMENTS!!!

Thank you so much for all your support over the last year!

Love ya,

Rabs.

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He built a TV show from his dining table… then walked away from it all.

In this Quick Fix, Adam shares his incredible journey—how he took Search for Hurt from an idea at his kitchen table to a hit show on ESPN, only to leave it all behind after a health scare. From battling type 2 diabetes and cancer to discovering rucking as a game-changing fitness tool, Adam’s story is about second chances, resilience, and redefining success.

How he reversed his health conditions and lost 30+ kilos

Relaunching his TV show after nearly a decade

The mental health struggles behind the grind

Why rucking might be the best-kept secret in fitness

This Quick Fix comes from Episode 4 of the Podvan Podcast. If you enjoyed this, you can hear the full conversation by checking out Episode 4!

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⚠️ Trigger warning: This episode discusses terminal illness and end-of-life choices. If you’re not in the right headspace, please take care before listening.

In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode, I sit down with Necole, the niece of Kay Henderson, whose story has captured national attention. Kay recently made the decision to end her life through Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD), a choice that became legal in New South Wales in 2023.

Necole shares Kay’s journey—her lifelong battle with Marfan syndrome, the immense pain she endured, and the thoughtful, love-filled way she chose to say goodbye. We discuss the process of VAD, the misconceptions surrounding it, and the overwhelming public response to Kay’s decision, including her viral TikTok videos documenting her final days.

This episode is about choice, dignity, and love. No matter where you stand on this topic, I encourage you to listen with an open heart. And if you’d like to honour Kay, wear something purple on March 3rd—her birthday—and maybe enjoy a cheesy garlic bread in her memory.

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•Learn more about Voluntary Assisted Dying: Go Gentle Australia

•Mental health support: Lifeline Australia (13 11 14)

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Cathy takes us into the high-end world of Fluffy French Bulldogs to the eye-watering price tags attached to them. $28,000?!? Yep. And the breeding process? Let’s just say it involves way more science (and some highly questionable job titles) than you’d expect. Plus, there’s a moment that might just make you rethink what a ‘dog walker’ really is.

For the full episode, check out Podvan Podcast, Episode 5 🎧✨

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Imagine bringing a wombat back from the brink of death—and watching it thrive in the wild again! That’s exactly what Melinda from Kanimbla Wombats is doing, one rescue at a time.

She and her team are on a mission to save and rehabilitate wombats, tackling the devastating impact of mange—a disease that once seemed hopeless but is now completely treatable. Discover how they sneak up on sick wombats to apply life-saving medicine and why a simple flap at their burrow entrance is revolutionising conservation.

Melinda’s story is incredible—she’s travelled the world working with elephants in Thailand, brown bears in Romania, and even sat in a car with Jane Goodall. 🌍🐾

If you love wildlife, conservation, or just a brilliant story about people making a real difference, this is a must-listen.

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A Facebook post about a lonely little girl looking for friends turned into something much bigger… and it landed Phoebe in the Podvan!

She shares her journey as a single mum, her struggles rebuilding community after escaping domestic violence, and how social anxiety made it tough to connect. But when she took a leap of faith and invited strangers to her daughter's birthday gathering, something incredible happened.

💜 The power of community & connection

🌱 Starting over & overcoming social anxiety

🎂 How a simple birthday post led to an unforgettable day

😬 And what was that weird rash that landed her in ER?!

A beautiful, raw, and unexpected story of resilience, kindness, and new beginnings.

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In this Quick Fix episode of the Podvan Podcast, I chat with Dr. Anastasia Hronis, a clinical psychologist and author of The Dopamine Brain. We dive into the fascinating world of dopamine, addiction, and how our brains chase quick rewards—whether it’s social media, gaming, or even Candy Crush!

This clip comes from Episode 36, where we explored the science behind habits and the balance between instant gratification and long-term fulfilment.

Plenty more Quick Fix episodes on the way! If you want to hear the full chat, just match the Quick Fix number to the full episode—so this one’s from Episode 36.

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🚂🐾 All aboard for a special journey on the Zig Zag Railway, where for the first time ever, passengers were able to bring their four-legged friends along for the ride!

🐶🐾 In this episode, Rabbit chats with excited pet owners, railway enthusiasts, and the passionate volunteers who keep this historic railway running. From adorable dogs like Theodora Bear and Tater Tot to behind-the-scenes insight from train operators, this adventure is packed with nostalgia, laughs, and dog-friendly chaos!

🎙️ What’s inside this episode?

•🐾 Meet Teddy and Tater, two adventurous pups on their first train ride!

•🚉 Learn about the fascinating volunteer-run operation keeping the Zig Zag Railway alive.

•🎟️ A sell-out event – hear how this historic railway is embracing new experiences!

•🔑 The one key to rule them all – an old-school railway system still in use today!

•🤣 Pet hijinks, train trivia, and unexpected surprises (including a rogue possum story!).

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In the latest episode of the Podvan Podcast, I spoke with clinical psychologist Heather Irvine-Rundle from The READ Clinic. I mentioned her brilliant ‘backpack analogy’ for the difference between stress and anxiety, and I loved it so much that I’ve pulled it out as the first of our Quick Fix episodes!

This clip comes from Episode 72—the first time I spoke to Heather about my anxiety and the medication I’m on.

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🚀 Is it anxiety or something else? In this deep and insightful chat, Heather Irvine-Rundle from The READ Clinic joins Rabs to break down anxiety, stress, and how they affect our minds and bodies.

🧠 Key topics include:

🔹 Rabs’ realisation that anxiety may have been behind his gut issues all along

🔹 The mind-body connection and how stress impacts digestion, sleep & energy

🔹 ADHD, anxiety, and the importance of mindfulness techniques like BIMS

🔹 The rise in work-related anxiety and how to know when it’s time to quit

🔹 Practical tools for managing anxiety & mental health in daily life

🎙️ Whether you struggle with anxiety yourself or just want to understand it better, this episode is packed with practical, real-world insights you can use immediately.

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