Liz Ellis Stranded in the Outback, Netball's Biggest Mouths & World Cup Drama
Summary
The hosts discuss a Nickelback concert in Sydney and share memories of Powderfinger, including a chance encounter with a band member. Catherine joins from Japan to recount her trip, highlighting local food and trying an automated toilet. The group also covers the Netball World Cup 2031 announcement in Manchester and reflects on the year 1982, with Liz sharing stories from a family caravan trip around Australia.
Topics discussed
Intro and host introductions
Nickelback concert plans and Powderfinger reformation
Anecdotes about early Powderfinger gigs and surfing
Powderfinger members' lives and netball connections
Discussion on podcast topic balance
Travel experiences and convenience store food
Trying out a high-tech Japanese toilet
Carolyn's past in Japan and World Cup travel
Dog cafes, cat cafes, and local activities
Preview of next week's beauty challenge
20th wedding anniversary gift ideas
Listener tattoo sponsorship story
IVF and egg donation discussion
Live event plans and tattoo logistics
Tattoo design preferences and placement
Netball World Cup 2031 announcement
Saving money for the World Cup
Coffee prices and budgeting tips
England netball centenary and World Cup timing
Benefits of four-year World Cup cycles
Manchester music scene and global travel
Ticket sales news for 2027
New countries listening to the podcast
Gibraltar, Algeria, and other new listeners
US netball listeners and Denver Blizzards
States yet to be covered in the US
Vegas netball news and reserve wing defense
Best position for a microphone
Carolyn's Time Machine segment: 1982
Memories of 1982: movies and music
The Tylenol poisoning scandal
Catherine's kindergarten memories
Christmas and birthday highlights
Family caravan trip around Australia
Comparing old and new caravans
Road conditions and caravan breakdowns
Axle failure and single vs double axles
Car breakdown at Noosa
Walking to the supermarket in Noosa
Car safety features and air conditioning
Road toll statistics and seatbelts
Team Lab visit and travel with kids
Making the most of time with children
Outro and Japanese language practice
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