The Birthday

The Birthday

Author: Liz Deacle and Brian Deacle July 20, 2023 Duration: 56:29

Last weekend, Big Bri celebrated his birthday, and, as promised, in this week's episode, we are going to share ALL the juicy details as to what it looks like when you turn the corner of another decade in New Zealand!

Enjoy! 

Sit back, relax and join us on this week's podcast for conversations on growing older, wiser, and more adventurous.

Links mentioned in the show:

Liz's latest book, THE TRAVEL BOG DIARIES📕

Check out Liz's latest book, The Travel Bog Diaries! One Woman's hilarious confessions of surviving family travel (for a Year... on a teeny, tiny budget!!)
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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
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