A husband and wife comedy podcast hosted by world traveller and best-selling comedy author Liz Deacle and her partner-in- crime, husband, Brian. The couple talks candidly, hilariously and honestly about travel, family, food and trying hard to get through the second half of life in one piece...
Expect frank and funny chats as well as wine, laughter and the occasional leak of urine.
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Get Liz's book, THE TRAVEL BOG DIARIES📕 (now available on AUDIO) A hilarious memoir of how Liz and her family travelled the world for a year (with very little money and far too many hormones!)
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Brian's boat has been the bain of our life for the last two months. But now it's gone. And thankfully, Bri is still here to tell the story. Just. Enjoy, say hi in the comments and subscribe and share this podcast!
Get Liz's book, THE TRAVEL BOG DIARIES📕 (now available on AUDIO) A hilarious memoir of how Liz and her family travelled the world for a year (with very little money and far too many hormones!)
❤️ Like what you heard? Please rate and review the It's a Drama Podcast here, or if you are on Spotify, please review us over there. Your short review helps us massively and encourages us to continue!
🏡 Want to know how we travel for FREE? We use (and LOVE) Trusted Housesitters. If you want to join us in using TrustedHousesitters to travel the world, check out these beautiful houses and pets that are currently available & waiting for YOU to HOUSESIT!
🟩 looking for the BEST Travel Insurance? There is only one company that we use (and only ever use when we travel), and that is World Nomads. Over the years, we've made three claims (sorry, guys), and each time the service has been superb. Check !
We came to Canada to feel happy (did it work?)
Season 1 · Episode 192
Tuesday, January 7, 2025 • Duration 45:14
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This week, we are in Nelson, BC. And if that wasn't exciting enough, we are bringing you this podcast episode from the slopes of Whitewater Ski Resort!
After a year of immense loss (Liz's parents passing within six months of each other and saying goodbye to our beloved family dog), the Deacle family re-grouped and set off for a month in British Columbia, Canada, in search of some much-needed family time, happiness, love, conversation, and togetherness.
To make this possible, they are house-swapping.
They have traded their Skoda and lovely one-level countryside home in Taranaki, New Zealand, with a family in Nelson, BC, and they now have THEIR car and THEIR beautiful Canadian wooden home in the mountains for a month.
Did Canada deliver what Liz and Brian were looking for? Did Bri ever get to finish what he was saying?
Why did Liz go up on the chairlift on her own and cry?
And WHY aren't husbands born with psychic powers??
PS: Listen to the end to find out! LOVE YOU GUYS!! HAPPY 2025!! xx
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Quitting Canada to Retire in New Zealand. WHY??
Thursday, March 31, 2022 • Duration 01:19:11
I have heard it said many times that Canada is New Zealand on steroids. The mountains, the lakes, the beaches, the space. Canada has exactly what New Zealand has only it's...Canadian. So where should you live? Canada or New Zealand?
In this week's show, we are excited to introduce Randy and Suzanne, a couple who have lived together in Ontario Canada, for the past thirty years. Randy is Canadian and Suzanne is a kiwi. She was born in New Zealand, moved to Canada when she was seventeen years old. She met Randy, fell in love, and the rest is history!
But. The story doesn't end there.
Later this year, Randy and Suzanne are going to leave Canada for good and retire in New Zealand
You are about to find out why...
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Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like? Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
Leaving Canada To Retire in New Zealand. The Motives.
In this week's show, I ask randy and Suzanne:
Why did you choose Canada or NZ?
Was Canada ever home to Suzanne?
What is so wonderful about Canada?
Why did you choose to retire in New Zealand?
Did you need a visa to come to New Zealand?
BIG News For Those Moving To New Zealand
Tuesday, March 29, 2022 • Duration 27:03
There's a quote that I love: 'Incredible things can be done simply if we are committed to making them happen.'
This week, Brian and I are excited to share the details of something that we have been working on for weeks. Something that we know is going to benefit all of our moving to New Zealand community immensely.
Wherever you are on your moving to New Zealand adventure, whatever stage of the game you're in, the news we are about to share will make you feel very special - because this involves you!
I don't want to give too much away so off you go and listen to the show. We'd love it if you emailed us at liz@itsadrama.com and let us know your thoughts and reaction to this announcement. It's been a long time in the planning but, like you, we decided that if you want something to change then you have to go out there and make it happen! Yipppeeee!
Thank you to each one of you for being such loyal listeners. We love you immensely and without you, this dream would never have become a reality for us. x
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Do you want to receive up to date information and advice from people who have already made the move to New Zealand and who are happy to help you succeed with your adventure?
You Know You're A Kiwi When...7 Unmistakable Habits of NZers
Thursday, March 17, 2022 • Duration 27:22
Do you dream of moving to New Zealand? Were you born in NZ and now live elsewhere? Or maybe you already live in Aotearoa. Whichever you are you are going to love this week's show as we dive in and share: You know you're a kiwi when...
Enjoy!
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Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like? Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
Sign up HERE, and I will send you my FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5 Part Video Series! At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become part of our inspiring and growing community of New Zealand loving members!
Americans Living in New Zealand. What The First 6 Months Are REALLY Like
Thursday, March 3, 2022 • Duration 52:14
Living in New Zealand. What The First 6 Months Were REALLY Like.
In this week's show, we are happy to welcome back Maile and Brian!
This American couple left the US almost six months ago to start a new life in Dunedin, New Zealand. They are happy with their decision (in fact, I have never met two people so in love with a country) but their journey certainly wasn't all plain sailing.
Enjoy!
Americans Livingin New Zealand. The Highs (& The Lows).
If you are moving to New Zealand from the USA then you will love this show.
No one can predict how they will feel when they move to another country. Maile and Brian certainly never expected to experience the flood of emotions that came within the first few months of arriving in New Zealand.
The thing that I love about this couple is their ability to talk things through. They are so very transparent. This openness is a gift to everyone out there thinking of making the same move to New Zealand.
How We Met Brian and Maile
Last year, Maile had emailed me to say that she was thinking of moving to New Zealand and could I put her in touch with any other nurses who were doing the same.
Back then, we hadn't started the private New Zealand community that we now have, but I emailed Maile back and told her that I was about to do a podcast interview with Katie, a nurse who was in the process of moving to Dunedin.
A month or so later, when Brian and I created our NZ Ahead Membership Package (Formerly Moving to and Living in New Zealand Package), I contacted Maile and Brian and asked them if they'd like to join. They did and the rest is history!
A few months later Maile and Brian moved to Dunedin and in December 2021 Brian and I flew down to spend a few days with them.
The Importance of surrounding Yourself With like-minded People.
Maile is a valuable and very treasured member of our private community (that we affectionately call the NZ Slackers!). The help that she offers to new arrivals and those thinking of moving to the country is priceless.
Will I Be Poor in New Zealand? 4 Reassuring Perks
Thursday, February 24, 2022 • Duration 53:57
With housing prices rising rapidly no wonder that those thinking of moving to NZ ask: 'will I be poor in New Zealand'.
In this podcast, I am joined by my good friend Ryan.
Ryan is an American who has been living in New Zealand for almost five years and he gives us super insightful savings (that Americans, in particular,) will experience when they come to live in Aotearoa!
Enjoy!
Moving To New Zealand?
If you are thinking of moving to New Zealand and would like to be part of our private community then sign up for our FREE 5-day video guide and at the end of the series, you will be told more about the group
Will I Be Poor in New Zealand? TopicsCovered:
If you are moving to New Zealand from the USA one of your primary concerns will be money.
How much you can earn and how much you have to spend. In this week's show we dive into 4 unforeseeable things that will save you a ton of money when moving to NZ from the US, including:
Clothes. Both formal and social.
What people wear to work in New Zealand.
What people wear to restaurants in New Zealand.
Travel in New Zealand.
Holidays that don't happen so much in New Zealand.
Health costs in New Zealand
Health insurance in New Zealand.
Connect with Ryan by Joining our New Zealand Calling Membership!
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like? Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
and I will send you my . A 5 Part Video Series!
The FEARS Around Moving to New Zealand
Friday, February 18, 2022 • Duration 41:23
There's a quote that I love: 'If it were easy then everyone would do it'.
This week, we are excited to share with you an extra special show. What you are about to hear is a podcast that was put together by the members of our private New Zealand Calling community. The subject is about their fears about moving to New Zealand.
This show is fabulous.
Wherever you are on your New Zealand adventure, whatever stage of the game you're in, this episode will put to rest those niggling fears and doubts and help you to understand that the thoughts that you are having are all part of the package. Completely normal. And usually unjustified.
Remember. If it were easy then everyone would do it.
A little back story...
Last week I received an email from a guy. It said: 'I want to make the move to NZ but to be honest, there are so many fears that hold me back from pursuing my adventure, I can't ever see me making it.'
I am very grateful to that man for sending me that email as it gave me the idea for this week's show. And hopefully, he will go on to listen to this show and realise that he is not alone.
I reached out to our NZ private community and asked our members to share their biggest fears when it came to moving to NZ.
Here's what they came up with.
Moving to New Zealand Fears. The Biggest Ones.
Leaving family and friends behind. Not having the support system for our children.
Never getting any alone time as a couple as we won't have grandparents or other family members to look after the kids.
Packing up my house and getting it ready to sell/rent.
Not 'making it'. Losing my job when I get to NZ and having no support.
Our children growing up and resenting us for taking them away to the other side of the world and away from their families.
Making the wrong choice. Knowing that the 'doubters' were right.
Thank you to each one of you for being so honest and open about fears. This episode will help a lot of people. Thanks guys x
Being a Teacher in New Zealand. What Your Child Can Expect From Primary School.
Thursday, February 10, 2022 • Duration 01:18:07
There is a distinct difference between teaching in New Zealand schools and teaching in the USA.
In this week's show, we talk about being a teacher in New Zealand with Jo. Jo moved to New Zealand with her family from the US and for the past four years has been working as a primary school teacher at a school near Auckland.
If you are moving to New Zealand as a teacher or if you have kids in New Zealand and have ever wondered what life is like for the teacher you are going to LOVE this show!
Teaching in New Zealand
In this week's podcast episode, Jo offers a wealth of information about working as a teacher in New Zealand. She also answers lots of juicy questions that have been put to her by the members of our private New Zealand Calling Community who are both teachers and parents.
If you are thinking of moving to New Zealand and would like to be part of our private community then sign up for our FREE 5-day video guide and at the end of the series, you will be told more about the group!
Would You Like To Join Our Private New Zealand Community?
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like? Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
Sign up HERE, and I will send you my FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5 Part Video Series! At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become part of our inspiring and growing private New Zealand Calling community.
- The home-swapping website we are using is Home Exchange!
- For more FREE ways to travel, we use (and LOVE) Trusted Housesitters. If you want to join us in using TrustedHousesitters to travel the world, check out these beautiful houses and pets currently available & waiting for YOU to HOUSESIT!
- Looking for the BEST Travel Insurance? There is only one company that we use (and only ever use when we travel), and that's World Nomads. Over the years, we've made three claims (sorry, guys), and each time the service has been superb. Check World Nomads out here!
- Check out Liz's book, The Travel Bog Diaries! A hilarious memoir about surviving family travel for a year (on a teeny, tiny budget!!) See the book here!
Sign up for Liz's FREE email newsletter. Weekly laughs, inspiration and honest life stories. This is the best way to get to know Liz and have her meet you.I look forward to sharing my words with you ❤️
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Thank you for listening; you are fabulous, and we love you.
What excites you most about living in New Zealand?
For someone considering moving to Canada, what is something that they should know?
If you are moving to New Zealand then you will love this show. It will also serve as a reminder of how important it is to surround yourself with like-minded people whenever you are about to tackle something as huge as moving to the other side of the world!
Randy and Suzanne are valuable and very treasured members of our private community (that we affectionately call the NZ Slackers!). The input that they offer to those going through this same journey is priceless.
Connect with Randy, Suzanne & other like-minded adventurers by joining our NZ Ahead Membership!
Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like?
Moving to New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
Then sign up for our FREE 5-day video guide and at the end of the series, you will be told more about how you can join the private New Zealand community and take the first step towards making NZ your new home.
Sign up HERE, and I will send you my FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5 Part Video Series! At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become part of our inspiring and growing private New Zealand Calling community.
Moving to New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
Maile goes that extra mile to help people (she has just helped Emil, a nurse from the Netherlands, land a job in the same hospital as her, he and his family will move here in a few months!). It is so very exciting to watch as people come together and help each other realise their common dream of moving to New Zealand.
Connect with Maile, Brian & many other wannabe kiwis by joining our NZ Ahead Membership!
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like? Do You LOVE New Zealand & dream of moving here one day?
Sign up HERE, and I will send you my FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5 Part Video Series! At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become part of our inspiring and growing private New Zealand Calling community.
Would You Like To Join Our Private New Zealand Community?
Are you Considering Moving To New Zealand?
Are you desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like?
Do You LOVE New Zealand and spend your days dreaming (and scheming) as to how you can make it happen?
Would you like to be surrounded by like-minded people who are determined to make living in New Zealand a reality?
Do you want to receive up to date information and advice from people who have already made the move to New Zealand and who are happy to help you succeed with your adventure?
Yes?
Then sign up for our FREE 5-day video guide and at the end of the series, you will be told more about how you can join the private New Zealand Calling community and take the first step towards making NZ your new home.
Sign up HERE, and I will send you my FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5 Part Video Series! At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become part of our inspiring and growing private New Zealand Calling community.
Moving to New Zealand? Here's More Content For You!
I'm only a trainee teacher in the UK so I won't have my credentials by the time we move. I do however have a learning and teaching foundation degree (equivalent to level 6 on the NZQA). What are the chances of me getting work within the education system while I hopefully finish off my teacher training in New Zealand.
From a parent standpoint- do kids get homework at primary level, how often and when are they assessed?
How structured is the school day/classroom, how much freedom do the kids have?
Do they learn about wellbeing, mental health, citizenship, sex and relationship education and when?
What support is there for pupils who are struggling, what stretch is there for able pupils?
How (and how often) do schools communicate with parents?
From a teacher standpoint - can you reasonably do your job within the working week or is it expected you will do many hours more?
Is CPD (continuous professional development) encouraged/supported, are NZ schools collaborative places to work?
Are teachers trusted and respected as professionals?
What's the relationship like with parents?
What are the frustrations and what are the best bits?
How similar are schools - are they all variations on a theme, or do they all have their own "personality" so to speak?
What's the resource situation - do schools provide all the resources, or are the staff expected to?
Are NZ schools (I guess I'm thinking of high schools here really) cliquey for the pupils, or are they integrated and accepting?
What do teachers do to help settle immigrant children?
What are the typical differences between low and high decile schools in New Zealand?
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