Can't Shake it off

Can't Shake it off

Author: Liz Deacle and Brian Deacle November 25, 2022 Duration: 39:47

Typical.  All around the world without so much of a sniff, and then you come home and get Covid. And not only that, you're not coping with being home as well as you thought you would...

I'd never really given much thought to what is known as the vacation blues. Until now, that is.

We warn you. This isn't the most uplifting episode. But it's real. And that's all that matters.

Links Mentioned in The Show:

Liz's Quora profile, where she is currently finding an outlet to relax and be creative (Don't forget to follow!).

WITCH Theatre Company in Wellington (Where Tessa has just landed a role in their next show - Into The woods).

 

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You might think from the title It's a Drama Podcast that you're in for some heavy theatrics, but it's actually the opposite. Hosted by world traveller and best-selling comedy author Liz Deacle alongside her husband Brian, this is a space for the gloriously unfiltered and often hilarious conversations that happen between two people sharing a life and a suitcase. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair at their kitchen table, where the topics roam freely from travel mishaps and cultural observations to the everyday dramas of family, food, and navigating the second half of life with a sense of humor. Liz and Brian’s candid dynamic is the heart of the podcast, offering a blend of laughter and genuine honesty that makes the personal feel universal. You’ll find yourself in the middle of stories that are both frank and funny, often accompanied by the clink of a wine glass and the admission that adulthood isn't always a dignified affair. It’s less about destination and more about the messy, joyful, and relatable journey, making this a uniquely comforting listen for anyone who appreciates real conversation served with a generous side of comedy.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 234

It's a Drama Podcast
Podcast Episodes
2021 What a Year... Behind The Scenes With Liz & Brian [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:19
This is the last podcast of the year and we wanted to make it personal. So here we are! Behind the Scenes. In the bedroom. To be honest, we could have made this podcast very easy. We could have just sat there and said th…
Is Christmas in New Zealand Better? (Or Will it Always Feel Weird.) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:36
If you live in the US or the UK I am guessing that at some time in your life you will have dreamed of spending Christmas down under. But is Christmas in New Zealand better or will you spend the holiday season pining for…
Living in Taranaki, New Zealand. 8 (Brutally Honest) Pros & Cons [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:14
In 2017, Taranaki, New Zealand was voted by The Lonely Planet as being the 2nd best region in the world to visit. Wow. That's a pretty big label—a lot to live up to. My family and I have lived in this region for twelve y…
Lame or Lush? The Truth About New Zealand Food [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:07
New Zealand food. Not exactly the most talked about cuisine in the world. Why? Is it because the kiwis are ashamed of their national nosh or are they hiding something from the rest of the world? When we made our move to…
Revealed. What Are New Zealand Teenagers (Really) Like? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:16
If you have ever wondered what New Zealand Teenagers are like then you will love this show. Today I had the pleasure of talking with Tyrese. Tyrese is seventeen years old high school student who went from feeling angry a…
Warning. Do NOT Say This in New Zealand! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:44
Regardless of whether you are moving to New Zealand or planning to visit when the borders open, there are a few crucial things you should know. Like what NOT to say in New Zealand. Brian and I thought it would be fun to…
France, UK or New Zealand? How To Choose. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:57
If you had to choose between raising your family in France, UK or New Zealand, which would you choose? Today you are about to meet Benjamin. We met Benjamin when he joined our private New Zealand community. We have had t…
Typical New Zealand People. 4 Stereotypes (That May Be Getting Old) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:15
If I were asked to describe what typical New Zealand people are like, the last word that would come to mind would be 'rugged'. Yet, apparently, according to the people on the washing line, this is a label that goes hand…
Living in New Zealand. 7 Things That (STILL)  Baffle Us! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:18
You'd think that after living in New Zealand for 12 years we'd have adjusted to the kiwi ways. And we have. To most things. But not all. We moved to New Zealand from England in 2009 and it was the best move that we have…
Behind The Scenes #6. Feeling Fear. Having Courage [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:49
It's on days like this that I tend to reminisce. Go back in my mind ten years to when Brian was working in his plumbing and heating business and I was at home with kids, doing my best to provide them with a rounded educa…