Stopped for a While

Barry McCaul
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Stopped for a While - has stories from the odd, the quirky and just downright funny visitors to The Peaceful Place. Travellers, by the nature of the name, travel. When they get here, to the Peaceful Place, they realise that they could "Stop for a while" These travellers have yarns to tell, and their stories are here, just without the cool drinks, and maybe a little poetic license.

Episodes

  1. Finding Home on the Road: Don's Tale

    23 HRS AGO

    Finding Home on the Road: Don's Tale

    Welcome to the Peaceful Place, a tranquil hideaway on the Queensland coast where relaxing and storytelling go hand in hand. In this episode, we delve into the unique tales of wanderers and the travellers that pass through. Our special guest, Don, shares his fascinating personal journey—from his roots in the Torres Strait and Cairns to his life of concreting and the adventures that led him here. Listen as Don recounts his experiences, challenges, and the quirky moments that make life on the road so memorable. Join us for a heartwarming and insightful chat, and discover the stories that make the Peaceful Place truly special.

    15 min
  2. Escaping the Mayhem: Bernie's Story

    6 DAYS AGO

    Escaping the Mayhem: Bernie's Story

    In this episode, we meet Bernie, who escaped the chaos of a big family for a relaxing time at a small caravan park in Queensland, known as the Peaceful Place. Bernie shares her experiences with fostering, her love for the outdoors, and some thrilling moments on the road—including a wheel mishap that changed her travel plans. Discover the magic of storytelling and the serene life at the Peaceful Place. Tune in for captivating yarns and heartfelt conversations!

    12 min
  3. The Ultimate Stopped For A While

    14 JAN

    The Ultimate Stopped For A While

    From garden centres to landscape gardening. When a casual holiday to the Fraser Coast completed a long-time dream, and the journey along the way.

    14 min
  4. Learner Driver and a Marine Biologist

    13 JAN

    Learner Driver and a Marine Biologist

    In this episode, you’ll hear about: Park Growing Pains: The Art of the Reverse: Life on the Reef: Marie’s 30-year career in marine biology and how she now bridges the gap between government policy and First Nations' sea country programs.

    13 min
  5. From The Cold To The Quiet Place

    12 JAN

    From The Cold To The Quiet Place

    We don’t often stop because we want to — usually it’s because something makes us. In this episode, Clint talks about what happens in that unexpected pause: when momentum fades, noise drops away, and you’re left with yourself. It’s not a lesson, and it’s not a fix. Just a few honest reflections from someone who’s stopped long enough to notice what quietly changes when you do.

    18 min
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About

Stopped for a While - has stories from the odd, the quirky and just downright funny visitors to The Peaceful Place. Travellers, by the nature of the name, travel. When they get here, to the Peaceful Place, they realise that they could "Stop for a while" These travellers have yarns to tell, and their stories are here, just without the cool drinks, and maybe a little poetic license.

Information

  • Creator
    Barry McCaul
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Barry McCaul
  • Show Website
    Stopped for a While