Podcasts about Rottnest Island

In episode 53 of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy chats with guest Tess Moone, a Perth travel blogger and content creator. Tess shares her top five must-do experiences in Perth, Western Australia, including meeting quokkas on Rottnest Island, wine tasting in the Swan Valley, and enjoying West Coast sunsets on the beach. She also provides insights into lesser-known spots, dining recommendations, and practical travel tips for visiting Perth. Discover what makes Perth a unique destination and the best times to visit this vibrant city. While Perth may be the world's most isolated capital city, it offers travellers a perfect blend of stunning beaches, world-class wineries, and unique wildlife experiences all within easy reach of its relaxed urban centre.• Rottnest Island (30 minutes by ferry) is home to adorable quokkas and over 60 pristine beaches• Perth's west coast location offers spectacular ocean sunsets best enjoyed with local fish and chips• Swan Valley wine region is just 30 minutes from the CBD with over 40 family-run wineries to explore• Kings Park Botanic Garden provides breathtaking city views and showcases Western Australia's unique flora• Caversham Wildlife Park offers close encounters with native Australian animals, including kangaroos and koalas• Hidden gems include Heirisson Island's wild kangaroos and the snorkelling-accessible Omeo shipwreck• Summer evenings are perfect for outdoor cinema experiences at Kings Park or Northbridge rooftop• Pinnacles Desert stargazing tour combines sandboarding, lobster tastings and BBQ under desert starsRemember to venture beyond Perth's CBD to truly experience Western Australia's natural beauty, with numerous day trip options all within 1-2 hours of the city.Guest - Tess Moone of Tessomewhere.comShow Notes - Episode 53

What do one of Australia's top tourism brands and a $300 billion super fund have in common? More than you might think!  We're on location at Discovery Parks Byron Bay to explore a surprising way Aussies are growing their super – just by booking a holiday.  Host Anne Fuchs sits down with Grant Wilckens (G'Day Group CEO) and Michael Weaver (ART Head of Global Real Assets) to talk about:  00:00 Why taking a holiday is good for your superannuation and retirement 01:36

Errol Parker, Effie Bateman and Clancy Overell wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we had the great pleasure of attending the Annual Scientific Meeting of the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand (USANZ), which took place in the beautiful city of Perth, far out on the West Coast of Australia. Not just that, but we spent a wonderful afternoon on one of Australia's top tourist attractions, Rottnest Island. Tune in for plenty of quokka action! Plus, of course we bring you some great conference highlights, chatting with international guests, including Laura Bukavina, Alberto Breda, Samir Taneja, plus Australian guests, Nathan Lawrentschuk, Michael Chamberlain, and Scientific Convener Trenton Barrett.GU Cast conference highlights are brought to you by our Conference Highlights partner, Bayer China.Even better on our YouTube channel (check out Rottnest Island and the Quokkas)!!

Ever considered traveling solo? Whether you're craving adventure, self-discovery, or just want to experience a destination at your own pace, solo travel offers incredible benefits! In this episode, we'll discuss:✅ Why Solo Travel? The perks of freedom, flexibility & personal growth.✅ Top Solo Travel Destinations – U.S. & international spots perfect for solo explorers.✅ Solo Travel Tips – Safety, budgeting, and making the most of your journey.✅ Navigating Accommodations & Tours – Finding the best solo-friendly experiences.

Heroes come in all shapes and sizes and ages and genders.. On the last weekend in February each year over 2000 heroes take to the water in Perth, Western Australia to swim the 19.7 kilometers from Cottesloe Beach to Rottnest Island. Highly regarded worldwide and one of Western Australia's iconic events, the South32 Rottnest Channel Swim is a 19.7km open water swim from Cottesloe Beach (Mudurup) to Rottnest Island (Wadjemup). The Rottnest Channel Swim is not only a challenge in fitness, mental toughness and ability – but a challenge in managing your mind as well. In this podcast I share just some of the stories of people I know in my Podsquad North Cottesloe swimming group who did incredible things to discover just how much resilience, how much stamina, how much courage and how much tenacity they really had. It was a magical day with incredible stories coming out of it. It made me think of David Bowie's wonderful song - Heroes. "I, I wish you could swim Like the dolphins, like dolphins can swim Though nothing, nothing will keep us together We can beat them, for ever and ever Oh we can be Heroes, just for one day"   Listen and be inspired.   Take action yourself to set a goal - to act - belong and commit to living your best life.   #swimming #swimforempowerment #PodSquad   Want me to Coach You Lead Your Best Business - Lead Your Best Life? Book an Obligation Free Lead Your Best Life Strategy Session Schedule a free Lead Your Best Business - Lead Your Best Life Coaching call here now: 15-Minute Strategy Meeting Limited spaces available.  

Thousands of First Nations men and boys sent to suffer or die on a prison island in horrific circumstances. This is the legacy of Rottnest Island, now a popular tourist destination off the coast of Perth. - Migliaia di uomini e ragazzi delle Prime Nazioni mandati a soffrire o a morire su un'isola-prigione in circostanze orribili: questa è l'eredità di Rottnest Island, oggi una popolare destinazione turistica al largo della costa di Perth.

Thousands of First Nations men and boys sent to suffer or die on a prison island in horrific circumstances. This is the legacy of Rottnest Island, now a popular tourist destination off the coast of Perth. - Migliaia di uomini e ragazzi delle Prime Nazioni mandati a soffrire o a morire su un'isola-prigione in circostanze orribili: questa è l'eredità di Rottnest Island, oggi una popolare destinazione turistica al largo della costa di Perth.

Brasileiro que vive e trabalha na Rottnest Island, uma ilha turística na Austrália Ocidental, sofre ataque racista ao reagir à tentativa de roubo da sua bicicleta. Publicação de turismo Fodor's Travel inclui Bali, na Indonésia, nos 15 destinos a serem reconsiderados em 2025. Ouvimos portugueses com histórias ligadas a Bali para dar suas opiniões. E uma análise da performance e potencial do fenômeno João Fonseca, tenista brasileiro de 18 anos que participa do seu primeiro Grand Slam, o Aberto da Austrália, em Melbourne.

Victor, de 29 anos, foi violentamente agredido por três jovens na noite de domingo, 29 de dezembro, na Rottnest Island, Austrália Ocidental. Ele contou ao 7News que os jovens tentaram roubar a bicicleta dele, que estava estacionada. Ele viu, foi atrás e começou a ser agredido e xingado ao mesmo tempo, no que ele considerou um ataque racista, já que o chamaram de 'asiático' e usaram palavrões. Os agressores fugiram e a polícia está investigando o caso.

The Prime Minister says images of major wildfires in the U-S are 'devastating' to see, Australia stands ready to provide support if it's needed It's been confirmed sea planes won't be grounded while an investigation is underway into that deadly crash off WA's Rottnest Island. AND There's reports a major Hollywood couple have called it quits after 17 years! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister says images of major wildfires in the U-S are 'devastating' to see, Australia stands ready to provide support if it's needed It's been confirmed sea planes won't be grounded while an investigation is underway into that deadly crash off WA's Rottnest Island. AND There's reports a major Hollywood couple have called it quits after 17 years! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The parent company of Facebook, Meta, is ending its U.S. fact-checking program and easing restrictions on discussions about sensitive topics; three confirmed dead following seaplane crash off Rottnest Island; Tennis star Nick Kyrgios in doubt for Australian Open; Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster confirm their relationship in a very public way. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Kim Braddish Audio Producer: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines: Rescued hiker in NSW survived a fortnight on berries and two muesli bars, wildfires have forced thousands to flee in Los Angeles, the pilot in Rottnest Island plane crash identified, and Brisbane (somehow) ranks worst city in Australia for traffic. Deep Dive: As artificial intelligence gets exponentially better at just about everything, it’s making people in all kinds of professions – from teachers to doctors, to lawyers, to retail workers – a little bit nervous. But AI is also making a lot of people very excited, with new, mind-bending capabilities coming online every week. What tools should you be using in 2025 to keep ahead of the curve and make your life a little easier? As part of The Briefing’s series on how to start your 2025 right, Bension Siebert is joined by Toby Walsh, professor of Artificial Intelligence at UNSW, to guide you through what’s out there, what you should be using, and where to start with AI in the new year. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened down 129-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 23,522 on turnover of 9.4-billion N-T. Shares in Taiwan extended their momentum from a session earlier to close above the 23,600 point level Tuesday, with the bellwether electronics sector continuing to drive the broader market higher after a rally by tech stocks in the United States overnight. Analysts say "Investors continued to chase TSMC amid optimism over artificial intelligence development", but "Non-tech stocks largely moved in weakness and also capped the gains on the broader market". UK Launches Electronic Travel Authorization The UK has introduced its Electronic Travel Authorization system, now required for visa-exempt (免除，豁免) travelers, including Taiwanese nationals with a National ID number. Starting today, visitors must apply online or via the UK ETA app before entering the UK. Each application costs ￡10 Pounds, or around 410NT, and takes about three working days to process. Approved ETAs are valid for two years, allowing multiple entries, with each stay capped at six months. Meanwhile, the EU's European Entry/Exit System, initially planned for November 2024, has been delayed due to unfinished upgrades at Schengen airports. No new launch date has been announced. Taiwanese passport holders can still enter Schengen countries visa-free for now. Updates on the EES will follow as details become available. (PB) LA Evacuations Amid Fastmoving Wildfire Thousands of people in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood west of Los Angeles have been ordered to evacuate (撤離) due to a fast-moving wildfire. Dangerous windy conditions are forecast to continue into Wednesday. Ira Spitzer has more from California. Australia Plane Crash Leaves Dead and Missing Officials say three people have been seriously injured and another three are missing after a seaplane crashed off an Australian tourist island. Police say only one of the seven people aboard the Cessna 208 Caravan was rescued without injury after the crash during takeoff from Rottnest Island on Tuesday afternoon. The plane was returning to its base in Perth. Officials say specialist (專家) investigators are being sent to the scene. The three injured people were flown to a Perth hospital in serious but stable conditions. Britain Hearing on Shein Labor Practices A lawyer for Shein summoned to a British parliamentary hearing has evaded questions on whether the fast-fashion giant sells products containing cotton from China. That angered lawmakers seeking answers on the retailer's labor practices and allegations of forced labor in its supply chains. Executives from Shein and its rival Temu were grilled on their labor rights compliance and how they source their products at Parliament's business and trade committee Tuesday. Committee officials say statements by the Shein lawyer have given lawmakers “zero confidence” in the integrity (正直，誠實) of Shein's supply chains. The hearing came amid reports that Shein is preparing for a $62 billion US dollar listing in London. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Three people have died, after a tragic sea plane crash off WA's Rottnest Island. The Federal Government maintains the latest inflation figures aren't a big worry. AND Chris Hemsworth and his wife are being slammed online for their choice of family outing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three people have died, after a tragic sea plane crash off WA's Rottnest Island. The Federal Government maintains the latest inflation figures aren't a big worry. AND Chris Hemsworth and his wife are being slammed online for their choice of family outing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines: Meta scraps independent fact-checkers, Aussie house prices dip, three missing after Rottnest Island plane crash and Donald Trump Junior arrives in Greenland amidst talk his dad wants to buy the country. Deep Dive: A new year often brings reflection, and for many, that means rethinking their job. Does it make you happy? Pay enough? Offer the growth you’re looking for? But changing careers isn’t an easy undertaking, especially when navigating new industries, re-training, the place of AI and figuring out how to put your best foot forward in an increasingly competitive market. To kick off 2025, The Briefing is giving you everything you need to start your year on the first foot. In this episode, Chris Spyrou is joined by career consultant and recruiter Tammie Ballis from Realistic Careers, who shares expert insights to help you successfully change careers in 2025. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three people are still missing after a seaplane crashed off WA’s Rottnest Island yesterday. In the US, Donald Trump has refused to rule out using military force - or economic coercion - to seize Greenland and the Panama Canal. A devastating earthquake in Tibet has killed at least 126 people and damaged thousands of buildings. Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have settled their divorce. Hugh Jackman has gone public with his new romance. In tennis, world number one Jannik Sinner is in good form ahead of the Australian Open. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian correspondent Murray Olds says the privately owned plane was trying to take off from the water near Rottnest Island, around 4pm local time. Police were told the aircraft took off, clipped a rocky outcrop, and went down into the ocean. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Three people are missing after a seaplane accident on Rottnest Island, off the Perth coast A deadly earthquake in China's remote Tibet region The Melbourne Renegades get out of jail against Perth And how Tom Holland made sure Zendaya would love her engagement ring!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three people are missing after a seaplane accident on Rottnest Island, off the Perth coast A deadly earthquake in China's remote Tibet region The Melbourne Renegades get out of jail against Perth And how Tom Holland made sure Zendaya would love her engagement ring!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this story, Brendan shares his experience of training for the Rottnest Island Swim with an all-Aboriginal team while reflecting on Wadjemup's (Rottnest Island) painful history. Content Warning: These stories may include triggering content for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. So, if you're struggling while listening to this story, please don't hesitate to connect with 13 YARN on 13 92 76 and talk with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander crisis supporter. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Truth Telling in Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in local resident's backyards all around Walyalup/Fremantle. The stories were reflections about Australia's shared colonial history and imagining a better future toward reconciliation. These stories were produced in partnership with and made possible by generous funding from the City of Fremantle. Find out more about their reconciliation journey and truth telling program at www.fremantle.wa.gov.au. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond. To support Centre for Stories in helping more important truths to be told and share, please consider donating or partnering with us. You can find out more about Centre for Stories at www.centreforstories.com. This episode was narrated and produced by Luisa Mitchell from Centre for Stories. Original music and sound engineering by Mason Vellios. Live recording by Cobie Mason.

This is the legacy of Rottnest Island, now a popular tourist destination off the coast of Perth - thousands of First Nations men and boys sent to suffer or die on a prison island in horrific circumstances. Descendants of those who were imprisoned there have now come together to commemorate the island's traumatic past and celebrate the resilience of their people. - Остров Роттнест сегодня является популярным туристическим направлением у побережья Перта. Но он также хранит одну из самых мрачных глав в современной истории Австралии, когда тысячи мужчин и мальчиков из числа Коренных народов были отправлены умирать на тюремный остров в ужасных условиях.

This is the legacy of Rottnest Island, now a popular tourist destination off the coast of Perth - thousands of First Nations men and boys sent to suffer or die on a prison island in horrific circumstances. Descendants of those who were imprisoned there have now come together to commemorate the island's traumatic past and celebrate the resilience of their people.

The results of the US election loom large over COP 29, which kicks off in Azerbaijan today. About 250 Aboriginal Australians have gathered for a week of cultural ceremonies to honour those who died on Rottnest Island. - COP29は今日アゼルバイジャンで開幕しますが、トランプ氏が米大統領選挙で勝利したことで先行きに不透明感が出ています。ロッテネスト島で命を落とした人々を追悼する式典におよそ250人のオーストラリア先住民が参加しました。

A key milestone for the development of new worker accommodation on Rottnest Island has been reached, with public consultation for the project now open. Rita Saffioti, Transport Minister and Tourism Minister, joined Gary Adshead on 6PR Mornings to explain how the project will work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a minute since we've seen Cookie! Premier Roger Cook joins us live in the studio to discuss the exciting school holiday announcement about the Zoo and Rottnest Island. We also touch on the disgraced home builders Niche Living.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Chammas, Zac Bailey and Adam Peacock join you today to chat about Jason Ryles and his work ahead as new Parramatta Eels coach, the latest from the Origin camps, GM Chammy picks his Perth team for 2027, the schedule for Las Vegas and the how NRL journalism works between print and TV.  Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://www.listnr.com/podcasts/footy-talk-rugby-league-podcast Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/FootyTalkRLApplePodcasts Subscribe on Spotify: https://link.chtbl.com/FootyTalkRLSpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matteo Borra è tra i pochissimi residenti di Wadjemup/Rottnest Island, isola di fronte a Perth in Western Australia. Lì lavora come fornaio al panificio dell'isola, dove i sorridenti ed amatissimi quokka non mancano mai.

The final instalment of Road To Rotto - Shauny Mac and host Ross Wallman look back on the journey, and see what's coming next. Follow Perth radio star and Ex-Dockers captain Shaun McManus as he dives headfirst into his most challenging athletic trial to date, a 19.7km open water solo swim to Rottnest Island. Tune in for the triumphs, intense training, and setbacks. This is Shaun McManus' Road To Rotto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Ann is exploring Rottnest Island by bike. What was that rustling? There, munching away is a giant rat... Oh, wait. That's not a rat, but the animal Rottnest is famous for. 

ONE MORE SLEEP! All the training has led up to this moment. Shaun's coach Ceinwen Roberts joins us again for one last check in before the big day! Follow Perth radio star and Ex-Dockers captain Shaun McManus as he dives headfirst into his most challenging athletic trial to date, a 19.7km open water solo swim to Rottnest Island. Tune in for the triumphs, intense training, and setbacks. This is Shaun McManus' Road To Rotto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two years after surgeons performed a major life-saving operation, Dean Kerns was able to conquer Australia's longest open-water swim. He joins Shaun just days out from the big event to share his story and exactly what it takes to cross the finish line Follow Perth radio star and Ex-Dockers captain Shaun McManus as he dives headfirst into his most challenging athletic trial to date, a 19.7km open water solo swim to Rottnest Island. Tune in for the triumphs, intense training, and setbacks. This is Shaun McManus' Road To Rotto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Historian Ann Curthoys reflects on the historical significance of the Freedom Ride and a visit to Australia by African-American musician and activist, Paul Robeson.

12 time Rotto Swim soloist Dean Barker checks in with Shaun to deliver some harsh truth about what it really takes to cross the finish line! Follow Perth radio star and Ex-Dockers captain Shaun McManus as he dives headfirst into his most challenging athletic trial to date, a 19.7km open water solo swim to Rottnest Island. Tune in for the triumphs, intense training, and setbacks. This is Shaun McManus' Road To Rotto.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You can't talk about swimming in the ocean without the mention of Sharks - whilst there has never been an attack during a Rotto Swim, it's absolutely a worry for some. Shaun opens up about his concerns over our ocean friends. Follow Perth radio star and Ex-Dockers captain Shaun McManus as he dives headfirst into his most challenging athletic trial to date, a 19.7km open water solo swim to Rottnest Island. Tune in for the triumphs, intense training, and setbacks. This is Shaun McManus' Road To Rotto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was the most gruelling week of training so far - Shaun spills the beans on the training week from hell… HELL WEEK! Follow Perth radio star and Ex-Dockers captain Shaun McManus as he dives headfirst into his most challenging athletic trial to date, a 19.7km open water solo swim to Rottnest Island. Tune in for the triumphs, intense training, and setbacks. This is Shaun McManus' Road To Rotto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ceinwen Roberts is a name synonymous with long distance marathon swimming, achieving distances and speeds the fittest and fastest can only dream of, and now she's training Shaun! We touch base with Ceinwen to hear exactly what it takes to cross the finish line.  Follow Perth radio star and Ex-Dockers captain Shaun McManus as he dives headfirst into his most challenging athletic trial to date, a 19.7km open water solo swim to Rottnest Island. Tune in for the triumphs, intense training, and setbacks. This is Shaun McManus' Road To Rotto.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Half the battle is in the mind… Shaun opens up about getting over the mental hurdles he is facing for this swim.  Follow Perth radio star and Ex-Dockers captain Shaun McManus as he dives headfirst into his most challenging athletic trial to date, a 19.7km open water solo swim to Rottnest Island. Tune in for the triumphs, intense training, and setbacks. This is Shaun McManus' Road To Rotto.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nutrition is the focus of this episode, we unpack Shaun's lunchbox and see what's fuelling his crazy training schedule!  Follow Perth radio star and Ex-Dockers captain Shaun McManus as he dives headfirst into his most challenging athletic trial to date, a 19.7km open water solo swim to Rottnest Island. Tune in for the triumphs, intense training, and setbacks. This is Shaun McManus' Road To Rotto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Follow Perth radio star and Ex-Dockers captain Shaun McManus as he dives headfirst into his most challenging athletic trial to date, a 19.7km open water solo swim to Rottnest Island. Tune in for the triumphs, intense training, and setbacks. This is Shaun McManus' Road To Rotto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1977, we sent a Golden Record of the sounds of Earth into space with NASA's Voyager probes. This 'cosmic' calling card inspired the program team to make this - a golden record of Australian sounds. It varies from Nature Track - there are human made sounds and there are human voices, these soundscapes are layered sounds from all over Australia - they're not natural soundscapes. To create the soundscape for our vinyl record - our teams recorded over 200 bespoke sounds - many of which have been arranged into the final composition.  Sounds were gathered from as far as the Perth Canyon (20km west coast of Rottnest Island) and as remote as Warramunga in the Northern Territory. Ann's listening notes: 01:00 The beach, above and under the water.  03:00 Pygmy Blue whale song 06:00 Catching a ferry in Sydney 07:20 A plane, there:s always a plane.  08:30 Catching a train 09:00 Can you hear Tom Thum, the beat boxer here? Also you can hear street sounds from Newtown in Sydney.  10:10 A snippet of a conversation that has a swear word in it.  10:30 Iconic Australian pedestrian crossing with the sounds of the city.  11:40 Cicadas buzz, a lyrebird sings the taps are Kristian Benton searching for trees to fell to make a yidaki. 16:00 Natural Sounds are often marred by the sounds of leaf blowers, whipper snippers and other machinery.  21:15 Car on a country road with cow and cockies. a typical Australian scene. 22:30 The Orange Agricultural Show - announcements, motorbikes, chickens, shearing and whip cracking.  24:30 A wood chopping competition.  25:30 Driving on a dirt road - hear the dusty texture and the corrugations. 27:15 Warramunga Seismic and Infrasound Research Station - one of the quietest places on earth. 31:15 Wild cockatiels calling. RECORDINGS: Nick Peterson, Leo Sullivan, Peter Lenaerts, Sarah Henty, Dr Capri Joliffe SOUND DESIGN: Peter Lenaerts SERIES PRODUCER: Elle Gibbons EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Penny Palmer

In this episode, we explore the enchanting world of quokkas, the adorable marsupials from Western Australia. Discover the unique features that make quokkas so special, from their contagious smiles to their friendly nature. We discuss the quokkas' habitat on Rottnest Island, their herbivorous diet, and the social dynamics within their communities. We'll also highlight conservation efforts and debunk common misconceptions, as well as rant for a solid 5 mins about the stupidity of tourists when it comes to wild animals.Join Matthew and Holly as they bring the joy and wonder of quokkas to life, leaving you with a deep appreciation for these nature's happiest little wonders.

Kate Adie introduces correspondents' dispatches from South Sudan, from the air war over Ukraine, a troubled area of Chicago, a small island off Western Australia and Sweden's capital, Stockholm. The conflict in Sudan which began in April continues to tear its capital city, Khartoum, apart. Hundreds have been killed and more than a million people have fled their homes. Some have connections to South Sudan - which split from Sudan in 2011. Catherine Byaruhanga has been to the South Sudanese town of Renk and heard from families who've managed to return. After attending the G7 summit in Japan, Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, tweeted that peace was 'closer today'. One tangible outcome of the meeting was the promise from President Biden that the US would allow countries to supply F16 fighter jets to Ukraine - something President Zelensky has been requesting for months. But just how will these jets help? Our correspondent Abdujalil Abdurasulov talked to two Ukrainian fighter pilots. Chicago has a new mayor. At his swearing-in, Brandon Johnson - a former teacher and union organiser - spoke proudly of his humble beginnings in one of the most violent neighbourhoods in the Americas. He continues to live in Austin, Chicago and has promised to take a new approach to fighting crime. Mike Wendling has been to the mayor's neighbourhood to see how data science is being used to tackle the city's gun violence problem. Visitors to Western Australia's Rottnest Island have only recently begun to discover the island's hidden, tragic past. While many tourists come to the island to see the quokkas, cute marsupials with happy grins, more and more of them, like Emma Thomson, are learning about the historic mistreatment of its indigenous people, the Wadjemup. And in Sweden, Rob Crossan takes a walk around an area of Stockholm that has always fascinated him - and meets a homeless man who asks why anyone should be destitute in a country which is often celebrated as a showcase for the best in humanity.

Welcome to episode 167 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We've got something special for everyone this week. We are sharing a course preview for the Bali Hope Swimrun that is taking place from September 27-30 in Indonesia. If you're like us and thought “you had us at Bali” then you're going to love our conversation with race founder Tom Hickman.But first…Training UpdateTraining is starting to ramp up and Chris is about to start swimming again! We also recently made a pact, after a particularly wet and wild trail run on Sunday, that our weekend long runs/Swimrun trainings would be non-negotiable and would take place rain or shine. #nodoggingShoutoutThis week we're shouting out our newest Patron on Patreon, Daniel Kernell. We really, really appreciate your support!Speaking of Patreon, we recently hosted our first Patron meetup of the year and we had a great time chatting with everyone. Thank you all so much for taking the time to join us. It definitely got us super energized to keep putting out Swimrun content for everyone!  And Dave, make sure you're keeping your fingers pointing towards the bottom of the pool during your pull phase.We also have a bonus shoutout to Marc Stettler. About a month ago we gave a shoutout to the Country of Switzerland for making it into the top 10 in terms of downloads. Marc reached out to let us know that he was likely personally responsible for this since he downloaded our entire back catalog of episodes so that he could binge listen to the show. Strong work and bless you!Wisdom Nugget of the Week“The only zen that you find on the top of mountains is the zen you bring up there.” - Robert Pirsig Feats of EnduranceWe haven't had this segment in several weeks so we have a list of recognitions to give out. In no particular order:Miriam Fendler for running her first marathonThe Maestro Twins for racing the Transcape Swimrun in AustraliaRoxy Visser for swimming 11k yards from Rottnest Island to Perth (Western Australia)Bronwen and Greg Deirksen for posting workouts from Puerto RicoDerek Rosner for posting workouts from Puerto RicoMake sure to sign up for our LTBz Strava Club and join Swimrunners from around the world as they train for stuff.This Week in SwimrunNow for the “news.”We will keep this edition short because we have a great course preview coming up.There have been a couple of new race announcements in the past few weeks!Mönacö Swimrun (tip of the hat for the double umlaut) recently launched and plans on hosting their first race in the Principality of Monaco in 2024.Swimrun Whistler also recently announced their inaugural Swimrun scheduled for July 16th in British Columbia, Canada. Registration is open now. Also, Yay! More Swimruns in the Western Hemisphere!! Over in the Canary Islands, Swimrun Series Canarias have opened registration for their Tenerife Swimrun (May 6th) and their Gran Canaria Swimrun (June 10th). Both these races look spectacular! If only we lived in Europe and/or had unlimited sources of income!That's it for this week. Reach out to us if there's any Swimrun news that you'd like for us to share on the show.Show BusinessStay tuned for some upcoming YouTube videos on Swimrun Training and a comprehensive DIY for our Pull Buoy Simple Mount setup. Make sure you're subscribed to our channel and, if not, smash that subscribe button.Bali Hope Swimrun Course Preview with Tom HickmanThe Bali Hope Swimrun is a unique event. Taking place on the island of Lembongan in Bali, this small event is big on its community impact and reverence for the beauty of the region. It's also SouthEast Asia's original Swimrun. It was great to chat with Tom to get the origin story for this race as well as get an overview of the race weekend, the course, and the charitable impact that it makes. It is so cool that events like these exist and we encourage everyone to check out the Bali Hope Swimrun website and consider adding this race to your bucket list. (It's already on ours!)Enjoy!That's it for this week's show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star review. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, and on YouTube. You can also follow our meme page on Instagram. Email us at lowtideboyz@gmail.com with any feedback and/or suggestions. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!-  Chip and Chris