Most students [and parents] had their first experience with online learning during the pandemic. For varying reasons, many thrived ...while others struggled.

In a post-covid world where traditional "bricks and mortar" schools are back open, would you consider taking the leap into home education permanently? 

What options are available in Australia? What is the experience really like for students? Where do you even start the process of working out how to start?

These and many more questions are answered in this episode as Byron and Perri Lee host a discussion with Home Education Association President Karen Chegwidden.

Also joining the panel are Byron's son Zephyr [who has been home schooled for the past four years] and his Mom Crissy [Zephyr's online coach for those years]

To Learn More About Home Education Options in Australia Click Here

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Byron's 14 year old son Zephyr joins the show from his home in New Orleans where he is currently spending time with his Dad.

Perri Lee chats to the guys about how they make their long distance father-son relationship work. 

Zephyr's Mom Crissy has set up their beautiful house as a holiday rental for anyone planning a stay in New Orleans. "The Little Green House" is the temporary home of the podcast for the next few episodes. You can check it out HERE

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Byron has recently turned the corner in his personal life and shares his positive progress with Perri and Jack in this bonus episode.

Perri provides some personal insights [having now been happily single for 18 months]

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The Sacred Heart Mission Dining Hall in St Kilda provides hot and nutritious meals to people experiencing homelessness and disadvantage, 365 days a year.

Sacred Heart Mission CEO Cathy Humphrey joins Byron in this episode to help us better understand homelessness and look at some simple ways we can help.

One of the cool initiatives in place to raise funds is the "Duke Of Hearts" burger available at Royal Stacks. Created by Dine With Hearts ambassador Alejandro Saravia, $2 from each burger sold up to June 30th 2022 goes directly to Sacred Heart Mission's Dining Hall. 

You can join our team and get involved as a volunteer with the Sacred Heart Mission Dining Hall by clicking HERE

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BONUS EPISODE : DJ Perri Lee and her best friend Robert call in from Perth for a chat while on a holiday together in Perth.

Having mastered the role of being a "travelling instagram photographer" for Perri, Byron has decided Robert should offer this service to other single girls planning a vacation.

Also in this behind the scenes bonus episode, both Perri and Robert share some incredibly handy hints for aspiring boyfriends of instagram needing to lift their game.

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Byron has a surprise for his American son Zephyr and breaks the news [live on the show] that he's flying to see him in his new home town New Orleans. While Byron is over there, this podcast will be recorded from Zephyrs bedroom!

Also in this behind the scenes episode, we discuss Perri Lee's upcoming holiday to Perth. Her long suffering friend Rob will be going with her and will no doubt be forced to take thousands of "travel pics" for her instagram. 

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Comedy superstars Sooshi Mango are set to return to Australian stages this August and September for a special round of encore performances.

The much-loved comedy troupe, made up of Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, and Andrew Manfre, have experienced unimaginable success with their OFF THE BOAT TOUR—seeing it grow from an initial seven shows to a staggering 38 dates.

And now, due to massive demand, they have added a series of encore shows in Brisbane, Sydney, Wollongong, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth, as well as new shows in Gippsland and Ballarat!

And in their biggest career highlight to date, Sooshi Mango join The Byron Cooke Show on the eve of the Federal Election as we run through their "Top 5 Election Issues" based on some of their most popular recent posts!

Get your tickets to the Off The Boat Tour HERE

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My Cousin Vlad's online sketches and videos have earned him a notorious reputation online and in the streets. Inventing new slang words, an All-English clothing swagger, impeccable negotiation skills in Real Estate (his day-to-day career) and a following with incredible support and engagement. 

My Cousin Vlad hits the core topics of Modern Society, Technology, Wogs (Euros) Vs Aussies, Family and Marriage. His perspective on the most relatable of genres is unique, evocative, and ridiculous.

With the election approaching, we can reveal My Cousin Vlad's Top 5 Election Issues. How might this man lead Australia? 

For more on My Cousin Vlad and for tickets to his live show go to http://www.mycousinvlad.com/

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Melbourne’s own character comedian and social media sensation, Ibby Akbar is returning to the stage for a very special encore performance on Thursday, 26 May at the Palais Theatre presented by The Hour Group!

Ibby has created a cult following with over 200k fans and boasts over 50M views across his social media platforms, He recently took Australia by storm with his debut live comedy show ‘I Am’ selling out 10 capital city shows around the country.

With the election approaching, how would Ibby go about getting your vote? Listen to this episode and discover his "Top 5 Election Issues" with Byron and Perri Lee.

Ibby is returning to the stage in his beloved hometown for a final encore performance with all proceeds from the show being donated to the MoyaMoya Charity. The charity is very close to Ibby’s heart, his sister has been personally affected by the MoyaMoya disease.

Please join The Byron Cooke Show team at this show - we will all be going!

Get your tickets at https://www.ibbyakbar.com/tour

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More than 40% of Australian employees work from home regularly, and the trend is here to stay.

While working from home offers some advantages, many have come to realise that for a variety of reasons - it sucks!

What are the biggest challenges and why are co-working spaces emerging as a cool solution for this post-pandemic?

Joining Byron and Perri Lee for this episode : 

Tobi Skovron, Founder and CEO of Creative Cubes

Jodie Imam, COO Tractor Ventures

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