Holy Moly Podcastaroony

Rick Liston

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EDUCATION FOR KIDS
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Hi, I'm Vedra! I'm 10 years old and I go to Badger Creek Primary School. This podcast is for all the students, families, and workers of my amazing school! Follow along as I interview the people who make the school the best school in the world.

11/10/2025

Welcome to IBIZA!

On this episode of Holly Molly Podcastaroony, host Vedra Jade interviews her uncle, Sergio, about his life on the beautiful island of Ibiza. Sergio shares his experiences of living abroad, missing the island, and his love for local restaurants and windsurfing. They discuss his profession as a photographer, and experience with notable personalities. The episode concludes with a fun joke segment and heartfelt farewells.

6 min
09/01/2025

Happy Birthday Daddy!

In this episode of Holy Molly Podcastaroony, host Vedra Jade interviews her father, Rick Liston, in a heartwarming session filled with family bonding and special moments. Rick shares his joy about the handwritten birthday card Vedra made for him and reminisces about their favourite family vacation spot, San Juan in Ibiza . They discuss their favorite homemade dishes, including Vera's sticky date pudding and apple crumble. Rick also talks about starting his photography business inspired by Vedra's birth and their shared passion for pickleball, highlighting their efforts to establish the Healesville Pickleball . The episode wraps up with playful banter and a joke, showcasing their close father-daughter relationship.

8 min
08/27/2025

Bonus Draw Along!

this bonus episode of the Holy Moly Podcastaroony, Vera Jade guides listeners through a creative draw-along session where they create whimsical monster characters. Participants are instructed to draw and color three characters: a bearded square monster with wings and antlers named Gerald, a princess pickle with banana arms named Julia, and a cheeky heart-shaped creature with horns and wings named Mr. Cheeky. Vera provides detailed, step-by-step instructions for drawing and coloring each character, making the session engaging and fun for all ages.

9 min
08/26/2025

Hola! We're back!

What' s up guys I'm Vedra and I'm talking about my next season of Holy moly podcastaroony! After my long break we are back, baby! In this episode I'm talking about my Spanish family and friends and what's coming up this season. I really hope you guys enjoy it. Heaps of love, Vedra.

6 min
04/26/2025

Rock, Paper, Scissors! - with Jackson

In this episode of Holy Moly Podcastaroony, I interview Jackson Walsh, a young and enthusiastic creator of cartoon shows. We discuss his popular shows featuring characters like Rock, Paper, and Scissors, and his podcast JTN, which covers classic TV shows and commercials. Jackson also shares fun details about his personal life, including his upcoming birthday and his plans for an April Fool’s prank. Tune in for a fun and inspiring conversation with this talented 11-year-old creator!00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Jackson00:25 Jackson's Cartoon Shows00:46 Rock, Paper, Scissors TV Show02:48 Jackson's Podcast JTN03:33 Personal Life and Fun Facts04:13 April Fool's Day Plans04:36 Space Adventures and Conclusion

6 min
03/12/2025

Keeping it real with Surrealism - with Vanessa

A Whimsical Chat with My Art Teacher, Vanessa. In this episode of Holy Moly Podcastaroony, I interview Vanessa, my art teacher at Badger Creek Primary School. We chat about her teaching journey, experiences in Spain, and her transition from graphic design to education. Vanessa explained what surrealism is, upcoming art projects, and even discusses if a toilet can be art! 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:21 Vanessa's Teaching Journey00:44 Life in Spain and Art Career02:58 Surrealism and Art Movements05:18 Future Art Projects06:38 Fun Questions and Personal Insights09:28 Conclusion and Farewell

10 min
02/21/2025

Welcome to Coranderrk! with Mr. Crawford

Interview with Mr. Crawford: Leadership and Values at Badger Creek PrimaryIn this episode of Holy Moly Podcastaroony, I interview Mr. Crawford, the principal of Badger Creek Primary School. We discuss the school's values inspired by 'Seven Habits of Highly Effective People' by Stephen Covey, such as 'Put First Things First' and 'Think Win-Win.' Mr. Crawford shares his journey from an outdoor education teacher to principal, his love for outdoor activities with his family, and the importance of community involvement at Badger Creek. We also touch on the school's rich history with Coranderrk Station and their commitment to Aboriginal perspectives. Plus, there's a fun joke to wrap it up!00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:04 Interview with Principal Mr. Crawford00:21 School Values Inspired by 'Seven Habits'01:44 Personal Interests and Hobbies02:29 Journey to Becoming a Principal04:04 Community Focus and Changes05:34 Historical Significance of Badger Creek06:27 Fun Questions and Closing Remarks

7 min
02/16/2025

7 Siblings..... SEVEN! with Ash

Exploring Education and Community with Ash at Badger Creek Primary SchoolIn this episode of Holy Moly Podcastaroony, I come to Badger Creek Primary School to interview Ash, an educational support staff member. Ash shares her love for the school's strong sense of community and discusses her role in running intervention programs like MACLIT, which helps students with spelling and reading. We cover topics from the school's connection to the local sanctuary, to Ash's personal background, including growing up with SEVEN siblings 🤯00:00 Introduction to Holy Moly Podcastaroony00:08 Getting to Know Ash00:33 Ash's Role at Badger Creek Primary School00:45 MACLIT Program Insights00:57 Graduation and Student Achievements01:27 Improving School Attitudes02:10 Space Exploration Dreams02:56 Connection with the Sanctuary03:57 Ash's Background and Career Journey05:29 Working at Coles07:04 Sibling Stories08:01 Conclusion and Farewell

8 min
02/11/2025

Music & Memories with Andy

In this episode of the Holy Moly Podcastaroony, I interview my former teacher, Andy, at Badger Creek Primary School. Andy, who recently transitioned from a classroom teacher to a music teacher, talks about his passion for music and shares his journey from childhood, starting with watching music videos and playing various instruments like the guitar, drums, and percussion in school bands. We discuss the importance of teaching music to all students and delve into the idea of introducing Auslan and a European language at the school. We also chat about personal topics like Andy's time living in Spain, his favorite spots there, and his first concert experiences. 00:00 Introduction to Holy Moly Podcastaroony00:30 Meet Andy: From Classroom to Music Teacher01:02 Andy's Musical Journey01:35 Fun with Percussion Instruments02:45 Space and School: Fun Questions03:59 Spanish Lessons and Living in Spain05:33 Sanctuary Adventures and School Renovations06:43 Concert Memories and Final Thoughts

8 min
02/09/2025

Crocs in the Way! - with Ms. Granger

A Day in the Life at Badger Creek Primary School with Miss GrangerIn this episode of Holy Moly Podcastaroony, I interview Miss Granger about her experiences at Badger Creek Primary School. We discuss the unique aspects of the school, such as its proximity to Healesville Sanctuary and the leadership roles available to students. Miss Granger shares details about the new roles created by students, like the games captain and buddy captain, and explains the implementation of a new spelling program. We also dive into personal anecdotes about Miss Granger's life, her family, and her croc-stealing puppies! 00:00 Welcome to Holy Moly Podcasteroni00:12 Introducing Miss Granger00:18 Changes at Badger Creek Primary School01:17 Favorite Aspects of Badger Creek02:03 Student Leadership Roles02:53 New Student-Created Roles04:04 Getting to Know Miss Granger05:28 Funny Dog Stories08:03 Benefits of Being a Teacher11:04 New Spelling Program13:03 High School Recommendations15:46 Dog-Friendly School16:49 Conclusion and Farewell

17 min
02/04/2025

Chasing Dreams with Ms.Carpenter

Exploring Dreams and School Days - A Chat with Mrs. Carpenter In this episode of Holy Moly Podcastaroony, I interview my beloved teacher, Miss Carpenter. We delve into her exciting house-hunting journey in Healesville, including a unique property with a real working train 🤯. We also discuss school life at Badger Creek Primary School, touching on our favourite aspects of the school, impactful changes, and the SWPBS system. Miss Carpenter shares insights into her transition to full-time work and the special connection the school has with Healesville Sanctuary. We wrap up this episode with reflections on the joy of good teachers and meaningful connections ❤️ 00:00 Introduction to the Holy Moly Podcast 00:16 Miss Carpenter's House Hunt 00:52 Exploring the Unique House Features 04:02 Discussion on Badger Creek Primary School 07:19 Positive Behavior System at School 11:06 Full-Time Work and School Love 12:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

13 min
01/30/2025

Meet your host - Vedra Jade!

In my first episode, I thought it would be great to start off with a bit of an intro about me, Vedra, and to let you know some of the upcoming interviews I plan on doing! Thank you so much for listening, I hope you enjoy the pod!

5 min

12 Episodes

Hi, I'm Vedra! I'm 10 years old and I go to Badger Creek Primary School. This podcast is for all the students, families, and workers of my amazing school! Follow along as I interview the people who make the school the best school in the world.

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Rick Liston
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