In this first episode of Back Roads, I talk honestly about what it’s really like being a woman on Australia’s back roads — the close calls, the uncomfortable moments, and the way responsibility is quietly shifted onto women when something goes wrong.

I also look at real cases of women who have been attacked, gone missing, or been forced into terrifying situations — and ask the question we keep avoiding:

Why are women still expected to change their behaviour instead of being able to feel safe?

Because in 2026, women should be able to travel, exist and move through this country — without needing permission, protection, or a plan to survive.

Tour Talk is back — and this season is different.

I’m travelling Australia solo with my dog Frank, teaching where I can, running where I can… and uncovering the stories that sit just beneath the surface of the places we pass through.

This season of Back Roads looks at small towns, remote roads, and the uncomfortable stories we often don’t talk about — especially as women travelling alone.

This is a sneak peek of what’s coming.

First full episode drops Feb 2.

This is the heart of the journey.

5364m....done!

n this episode, we continue the journey to Everest Base Camp, trekking from the peaceful monastery village of Tengboche to the stark, high-altitude terrain of Lobuche. Hear about the physical and mental challenges of hiking above 4,000m, the emotional weight of passing memorials to fallen climbers, and the beauty of the Himalayas at their most rugged.

Firstly: Apologies for audio quality. Think that altitude sickness has hung around and I recorded this episode without the microphone working...

Days 1-7

Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

Finally, the trek begins. A lot of excitement. A lot of nerves. These were the best days!

Preparing for Base Camp, Packing Lists and Expectations vs Reality

A six part series on the Everest Base Camp trek starts tomorrow!

While I’m off chasing high altitudes, you get to enjoy a dose of low-stakes, high-laughs trivia! Welcome to another short and silly episode of Tour Talk Trivia — this time, it’s all about Funny True or False.

I’ll read out some of the strangest, weirdest, or downright hilarious travel “facts” I’ve found… but are they actually true? Your job is to decide: True or False?

🎧 This episode is perfect for a quick road trip laugh, a solo trivia challenge, or a game with your travel buddies.

This week’s Tour Talk Trivia episode is all about wild travel stats — and you're playing a game of This or That?

From the world’s deepest lakes to the busiest airports, I’ll hit you with two extreme travel facts… but only one is true. Can you tell which stat is real and which one’s totally off?

🎙️ These short, fun episodes are my way of keeping the podcast going while I’m off the grid — literally climbing mountains. Perfect for a brainy break, a bit of travel inspo, or just to test how well you know the world.

While I'm trekking through the Himalayas, I'm keeping Tour Talk alive with some lighthearted, bite-sized trivia episodes — and this one’s all about guessing the globe!

In “Where in the World?” I’ll describe a mystery destination using quirky clues, iconic landmarks, food, history, or fun facts — and you’ll have to figure out which country or city I’m talking about. Think you can name them all before the answers are revealed?

🌎 These Tour Talk Trivia episodes are quick, fun, and perfect for a midweek brain break, road trip listen, or travel-themed game night.