Stopped for a While

Barry McCaul - Travel Yarns & Peaceful Place Storyteller
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Stopped for a While - has stories from the odd, the quirky, and just downright funny visitors to The Peaceful Place, on the Fraser Coast. 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" They have yarns to tell, travel yarns, and their stories are here, just without the cool drinks and maybe a little poetic license. Unique travel tales that become part of "The Peaceful Place"

Episodes

  1. Brian and the Ford Ranger | Next | Stopped for a While

    5 DAYS AGO

    Brian and the Ford Ranger | Next | Stopped for a While

    Brian’s Big Build & Bigger Community Spirit | Stop for a While (Fraser Coast) Thats the next episode, released March 4th 2026

    1 min
  2. Barney's accidental meeting with a mobile Gynaecologist | Stopped for a While

    18 FEB

    Barney's accidental meeting with a mobile Gynaecologist | Stopped for a While

    Buckle up for a wild ride in Ep. 7 of 'Stopped for a While'! 🚐 Dive into heartwarming tales of adventure, unexpected friendships, and even a key mishap on the Barrier Reef! 🌊 Listen now to laugh and reflect on life's journey. #StoppedForAWhile #Podcast"

    26 min
  3. A long Journey with Barney | Stopped for a While

    11 FEB

    A long Journey with Barney | Stopped for a While

    Episode to be published on Wednesday Feb 18th about Barney's encounter with a travelling Gynocologist.

    1 min
  4. The Business Named After A Beer | Stopped for a While

    4 FEB

    The Business Named After A Beer | Stopped for a While

    🚙💨 From quirky road trip stories to business success, Episode 6 of "Stopped for a While" dives into Rohan's adventures. Discover how a twist of fate on the Pacific Motorway turned into a tale worth sharing. Tune in to hear how wanderlust meets resilience! 🌟🎧 #RohanOnTheRoad #CaravanChronicles

    23 min
  5. Finding Home on the Road: Don's Tale | Stopped for a While

    21 JAN

    Finding Home on the Road: Don's Tale | Stopped for a While

    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
  6. Escaping the Mayhem: Bernie's Story | Stopped for a While

    15 JAN

    Escaping the Mayhem: Bernie's Story | Stopped for a While

    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
  7. The Ultimate Stopped For A While | Stopped for a While

    14 JAN

    The Ultimate Stopped For A While | 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
  8. Learner Driver and a Marine Biologist | Stopped for a While

    13 JAN

    Learner Driver and a Marine Biologist | Stopped for a While

    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
  9. From The Cold To The Quiet Place | Stopped for a While

    12 JAN

    From The Cold To The Quiet Place | Stopped for a While

    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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Ratings & Reviews

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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, on the Fraser Coast. 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" They have yarns to tell, travel yarns, and their stories are here, just without the cool drinks and maybe a little poetic license. Unique travel tales that become part of "The Peaceful Place"

Information

  • Creator
    Barry McCaul - Travel Yarns & Peaceful Place Storyteller
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Barry McCaul - Travel Yarns & Peaceful Place Storyteller
  • Show Website
    Stopped for a While