Best Brian Deacle Podcasts (2025)

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Our BIG News 45:11

1d ago45:11

45:11

We've kept you waiting long enough. Today, you will discover why we have been frantically trying to downsize and raise money. Here goes... Enjoy, review the podcast, subscribe and share, PLEASE, with a friend! Kia Kaha ❤️ Liz and Brian x ✏️Love stories? Sign up for Liz's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE email newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This is the best way to get to know Liz. I …

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The hardest money Brian's ever earned 1:21:21

11d ago1:21:21

1:21:21

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! Kia Kaha ❤️ Liz and Brian x ✏️Love stories? Sign up for Liz's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE email newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This is the best way to get to know Liz…

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Running on Empty. The Man needs help 57:13

1M ago57:13

57:13

The weight is shifting. The winds are turning. Mary is on her way... This is episode 200!!! And to celebrate, we are beginning a new season... This is the first episode in a season of what we might call the couple diaries. Or the marriage diaries. Or just... It's a Drama. At the end of this podcast, Brian and I share a personal diary entry (without…

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Owning Your Mistakes 1:03:42

2M ago1:03:42

1:03:42

Ready to feel uncomfortable? This walking podcast is a taste of the content we publish to our Patreon supporters. We wanted to share it with you, too, to take you behind the scenes and hear us talk about a mistake Brian (and I) made on YouTube and our decision to publish that cock-up to the world. We also talk about feeling super vulnerable when yo…

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What romance looks like for us (*warning: contains WITHERED bits) 35:05

2M ago35:05

35:05

Friday was a day of love and affection. VD. Not the down-below disease, the day. Of love. Valentines Day. Rather than buy Bri some crappy scented candle and a bottle of cheap rum (that, more often than not, gets thrown into the pepper sauce come April), I tried something new. I booked us a couples "experience". We went last week. Went and did it. T…

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$99 NZD birthday getaway (cheap,YES but wozzit cheerful??) 32:14

2M ago32:14

32:14

It was my birthday, so I booked a surprise trip for me and Bri. I googled New Zealand cheap accommodation. Best places to stay in New Zealand. Real New Zealand adventures. Then I put in my whopping budget: $99 a night. This is what we got. This is where we stayed. Sit back, relax and listen to our experience of this insanely cheap Kiwi getaway. And…

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13 years we've suffered this in New Zealand... 42:02

2M ago42:02

42:02

It's the little things, isn't it? The little things in life that give you the most grief. Remove those stresses and...Bingo. Life is wonderful. So why did it take us thirteen years to find this out? This episode shares how we have suffered for the last thirteen years. Been held hostage in our own home. Terrifying. Oh, and we also share how Liz made…

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24 hours in America. Here's what surprised us. 42:33

3M ago42:33

42:33

Liz and Bri are back from their adventures in Canada, but on their way home, they spend time in the USA. Because they have no one else to talk to apart from each other, they couldn't wait to return to New Zealand to share their findings with YOU... Love you guys! Enjoy! Liz and Bri xx Podcast Show Page: Click Here Links mentioned in the show: 🎁 Wan…

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Reminder: You're not the one who died. (Patreon BONUS Episode) 19:14

3M ago19:14

19:14

This is a bonus episode that I recorded for our Patreon members. My hope is that it reaches the right person. The person who needs to hear this message. Thank you for listening. FOR MORE BONUS CONTENT LIKE THIS Join us on Patreon Sign up for my FREE newsletter: The Front Row Newsletter To hear more about the mastermind I mentioned, email me: at liz…

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The holiday that changed our life (Behind the scenes episode) 40:48

3M ago40:48

40:48

Last month, I boldly said I wanted this family holiday to Canada to "fix" me. Fix was the wrong word. You can't fix grief. But what you can do is decide how you want to move forward with your life after such a massive loss. This episode is for you if you feel stuck, sad, helpless, desperate, scared of never being the person you once knew or all of …

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We came to Canada to feel happy (did it work?) 45:14

4M ago45:14

45:14

Want behind-the-scenes BONUS content? Become part of our fabulous Patreon Community to receive MEMBER ONLY SECRET podcasts, stories, photos and more! Click HERE to find out more! 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 imm…

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Farewell. We're leaving New Zealand (and going to...?) 49:00

5M ago49:00

49:00

You can now JOIN our SECRET Patreon Community! ➡️ ⁠https://patreon.com/itsadrama⁠ There's a 25% EARLYBIRD discount for the month of December!! It's been quite a year for us. If you have followed the podcast for a while, you will know that we have suffered two big losses. Both Liz's mum and dad passed within 6 months of each other. And before you kn…

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People who make you feel better 41:42

5M ago41:42

41:42

You can now JOIN our SECRET Patreon Community! ➡️ https://patreon.com/itsadrama There's a 25% EARLYBIRD discount for the month of December!! It's good to be back in New Zealand. Three things happened to us last week that made us want to fall to our knees and kiss our home soil. Sit back and allow us to share what they were and why we adore the coun…

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(more) Unwanted news 13:41

5M ago13:41

13:41

We thought the sad news was over. Had floated away like water under a bridge. Babble, babble, babble. Brook, brook, brook. No more crying into a microphone. No more looking worried. No more sorrowful recalls. But no. I'm sorry to say that this week's episode is a sad one. The floodgates are open once more. This episode was so very hard to record. B…

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Life in NZ | Too good to be true? 37:52

5M ago37:52

37:52

MOVING TO NEW ZEALAND and want to know more about the country? SIGN UP below for our FREE 5-DAY VIDEO GUIDE! It's all happening in New Plymouth's Pac'n'Save. Mostly around the frozen chicken aisle. Join Liz and Brian this week as they share a healthy dose of New Zealand gossip. Find out what happens when they meet a fan with marital advice, reveal …

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We're in Fiji (and it's NOT what we thought) 40:09

6M ago40:09

40:09

So this is the BEST Island in Fiji? Today's episode is brought to you ON LOCATION. We are IN Fijji. Actually there. With the plan trees and everything. I've always wanted to say that. "On location". It reminds me of Judith Chalmers when she'd stand by a fishing boat somewhere in the Bahamas wearing a turquoise sarong. Flashing her polished dentures…

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Fiji Wedding Party, here we come... 33:39

6M ago33:39

33:39

Liz and Brian and getting ready to go to a wedding in Fiji. Of course, there are concerns. Just a few. What with those dancing men and crab-racing women? It's all too much to think about...So Liz, thinks about her old pal, Mo. You know, Mo? The salt-of-the-earth mother-in-law. Mo, with no knickers...THAT Mo. Join us as we plan a VERY special (and e…

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Liz Meets Her Hero Author. Here's What Happened 1:01:59

7M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

I am a huge fan of this week's guest. Rachael Herron is a best-selling author who not only moved from the United States to New Zealand with her wife, but she then went on to write a book about it! I have followed Rachael for a long time. She has a fabulous podcast (link below) about writing, which has helped and inspired me, both in life and on my …

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The Book I'm Scared to Write 1:10:07

7M ago1:10:07

1:10:07

By Liz Deacle and Brian Deacle

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Having a Public Panic Attack 38:40

7M ago38:40

38:40

By Liz Deacle and Brian Deacle

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Tears in the Toilet. Returning to New Zealand 38:40

8M ago38:40

38:40

Liz and Brian are back in New Zealand. They flew from Chiang Mai via Bangkok and China and, thirty hours later, were home in Taranaki, New Zealand. Tucked up in bed. But flying home to NZ didn't go smoothly. In fact, it was a sodding fiasco. What started as a dream-come-true-flight ended with wet knickers and tears. And not only that, the food on t…

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Teeth Fixed, Bones Bent. How we Saved $$ in Thailand 48:11

8M ago48:11

48:11

By Liz Deacle and Brian Deacle

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Losing it (all) in Thailand 57:01

8M ago57:01

57:01

Combining much-needed dental work with a holiday, Liz and Brian left New Zealand and are in Thailand for a month. Brought to you from their bedroom in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand, they are ready to share the story of how they went from feeling utterly stressed and wound up like a screw to feeling chilled and relaxed and floppy like a pair of bral…

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When you Work More than you Rest. The Fear of Stopping (& losing everything) 41:48

9M ago41:48

41:48

This week has been horrible, it really has. I'm sorry, but we have more sad news to share. Thank you for being here and letting us talk about it. We also share the difficulties of being able to rest. I for one, struggle to differentiate between work and rest, and as I made this episode, I realised that I might be using the excuse of "but I LOVE to …

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Drama in Vegas. (Over) worrying about our 23-yr-old son 26:40

9M ago26:40

26:40

Is it Just Me? Wouldn't every mother be the same? Our son is on holiday in Vegas. And of course, there've been a few dramas. What was interesting, though, was how Liz and Brian reacted differently to some worrying news. Go on, Bri. Put the coffee pot on... Enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: Sign up for Liz's FREE 5-day LETTERS. They are free, they…

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Hor-Moans. Taking Testosterone & resisting the URGE to edit your life 47:43

9M ago47:43

47:43

There's been a bit of a to-do in New Zealand this week. A shortage of HRT. Scary stuff... Talking about taking hormone replacement, Brian shares why he takes Testosterone, and the couple discuss their battle to stay true, keep it real and refrain from hitting the delete button whenever they make a mistake. Enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: Sign u…

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Staying. In New Zealand 34:58

10M ago34:58

34:58

Stay. This week we were given a huge reminder. Something that changed the way Liz sees things. The stars aligned. Questions were answered. On one sunny morning in New Zealand, suddenly everything made sense. This podcast is sent to you with love. We appreciate you always and hope this simple kiwi reminder brings you the comfort that it brought us. …

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A Month in Thailand? What's to Dread? 48:11

10M ago48:11

48:11

Sign up for Liz’s FREE 5-day LETTERS. When we booked our month-long trip to Thailand back in May, it seemed like a grand idea. Get away. Change of scenery. Leave the kids. And now, when it’s almost time to leave, we’re having second thoughts. Or Liz is. In this week’s episode, Liz and Brian chat about the realities of going overseas when one of you…

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Is this NORMAL? What I wish I'd known about Grief 24:48

10M ago24:48

24:48

Sign up for Liz's Five Letters here. Be the help you needed. That's always been my motto. My blueprint. My words-in-guiding-armour that help me forward whenever I feel stuck. Especiaslly in these terrifying times of deep grief when I hesitate to share my sadness and struggles for fear of losing subscribers or upsetting those here for the laughs. Bu…

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Can I stay home forever? Braving normal life while GRIEVING 56:37

11M ago56:37

56:37

It's the first time in eight weeks I've left the house. Apart from getting groceries, walking in nature, and spending an hour or two working at our local cafe, my safe place to grieve has been at home. Alone. In this episode, we wanted to share our first overnight trip away since losing Mum. We went to see our son, Sonny, in Hamilton, New Zealand. …

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Grief. It looks like this (but feels like that) 1:06:30

11M ago1:06:30

1:06:30

Lately, when I drop into bed at night, I find myself asking how on earth I got through the last twelve hours. Quite often, I don't remember what I did or half of what I said. Yet, if you passed me in the street, you'd think I was a normal, everyday person going about her day, coping. Doing grown-up stuff. Making videos. Living without a mum. This e…

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Is This Grief or Depression (and why does no one warn you?) 47:11

11M ago47:11

47:11

We weren't going to release this podcast episode. The original plan was to discuss whether, after losing her mum to cancer six weeks ago, the deep sadness Liz is feeling is normal grief (as one would expect) or a worryingly worsening depression. And while that's what we did end up discussing, the route we took to arrive at the conclusion was differ…

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Goodbye. For now 18:19

11M ago18:19

18:19

No description. No words. Just a story. And a thank you. A huge, huge thank you. Thank you for allowing me to share the intimate details of such a sad and heartbreaking time. And for confirming that no matter who we are, where we live, what we look like, or how we spend our days: Our hearts beat as one. And now, a tribute to the woman who made it a…

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Unexpected Respite 32:35

1y ago32:35

32:35

Wrong. Wrong. And wrong again. You'd think that I'd have learned by now. I've had fifty-three years to practice, after all. But no. Still, I make the mistake of thinking that to make things 'better' and 'easier', I must look outside of myself. Go far afield. Spend a ton of money and wrap my mum and me up in cashmere rugs, then sit alongside Rose an…

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Say it. While you still can 34:41

1y ago34:41

34:41

This was one of the hardest podcast episodes I have ever recorded. But it was necessary. I won't watch the recording back because I know for a fact that I'll get cold feet and tell Bri to delete it. So. I hope it's okay and that it isn't too upsetting for you—my sincere apologies if it is. My intention was never to make you feel sad, only strong. H…

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Troubled Times 50:18

1y ago50:18

50:18

Another behind-the-scenes podcast where Liz and Brian share their decision to discuss such personal details about their marriage and life in public (including talking about Liz's mum, who was recently diagnosed with terminal cancer). The couple talks about how their family is (trying) to navigate the "new normal", addressing guilt, wrestling with e…

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Coping. Or Not. (Behind-the-Scenes) 44:42

1y ago44:42

44:42

This week is a behind-the-scenes podcast where Liz explains why she shared a very personal journal entry with three thousand people and the outcome of doing so. Links mentioned in the show: If you aren't yet signed up for Liz's Front Row newsletter and would like to receive weekly emails, including the email that Liz and Brian talked about in today…

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Braving Alternative Therapy. Torture or Bliss? 59:52

1y ago59:52

59:52

Yesterday, Liz experienced floatation therapy. Spent the day floating in a tank of salt water. Alone. No lights. No sounds. No Bri. This week, the couple discuss the experience and Brian voices his very strong opinions on 'Crotch Eye-balling' and other weird and wonderful alternative therapies. Sit back, nod, relate, and giggle while the couple tal…

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Swanky places & second-rate service. What the?? 54:39

1y ago54:39

54:39

In this week's podcast, Liz shares a recent scary memory loss experience on her solo vacation in New Zealand, Brian gets jealous about a bloke named Bernaaard, and the husband and wife couple explores why people love to visit swanky-pants places but are always too embarrassed to complain when they are treated badly... Enjoy! Links mentioned in the …

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Wayward spending & Angry Reviews 44:13

1y ago44:13

44:13

In this week's show, Liz and Brian dive into the world of negative reviews and comments. Brian shares a lifelong criticism, and Liz is irked by her husband spending their millions without asking... Enjoy! Links mentioned in the show: You can very kindly REVIEW Liz's Book HERE! Sign up for Liz's FREE newsletter, The Front Row, now! Get Liz's book, T…

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2024. What's up & what's in 58:54

1+ y ago58:54

58:54

I don't know about you, but I get the feeling that people are ready for a change. I'm not sure what that collective "change" is, but I know there is one. I can feel it. Deep in my bones. Under the bits of orangey, saggy flesh. In this week's podcast, as well as bringing you bang up-to-date with what's been going on in the the world of La Deacles, w…

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job Seeking and Cock-Tales 34:36

1+ y ago34:36

34:36

It's jobs, jobs, jobs in our house at the moment. Honestly, it's all we can talk about. We've got a son who needs one, a daughter who's juggling one and a woman in Australia who's jumping over the tins of baked beans to avoid one... In this week's episode, Brian and Liz discuss what is and isn't acceptable in a job interview, disagree about mardy m…

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Mangled memories & cringey chitchat 47:39

1+ y ago47:39

47:39

Have you ever had a conversation with someone and then beat yourself up for days (or years) because you were convinced you said something rude or inappropriate? In this week's podcast, Liz and Brian talk about distorted marriage memories, Liz roasts Brian with a Mandella Effect quiz, and together they try out some proven America conversation starte…

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Gatecrashers, royalty & deranged morning routines 45:35

1+ y ago45:35

45:35

Liz and Brian’s morning routine has changed drastically. Just when they thought they’d discovered a nice quiet hidey-hole to indulge in some golfy meditation, a bunch of rude gatecrashers (and a soggy beast) forced Liz to act quite strangely. Talking of strange… In this weeks husband and wife we discuss the glorious habits of the Queen’s alkie sist…

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Couples Who Overshare 40:41

1+ y ago40:41

40:41

In this week's episode, husband and wife Liz and Brian set out to discover if it is healthy for a couple to spill the beans about personal stuff online. Reveal all. Is it really necessary to wash those filthy sheets in public, or should 'things like that' be folded neatly into a square and rammed into the top drawer with the flowery hankies? Let's …

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Sonny. How's Life Online? (Behind The Scenes) 1:10:54

1+ y ago1:10:54

1:10:54

Sonny, our son, is now 22. (I still can't quite get my head around that one). It has been two years since Sonny last joined me for a chat on the podcast (the podcast that he and I started together), and A LOT has changed in his life since then. Sit back, listen and enjoy as Sonny and Liz talk about breakups, the damage of social media, making money…

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Unwanted News 53:13

1+ y ago53:13

53:13

In the five years that this podcast has been going, this week's episode was the hardest one to record. For those who have been with us for a while, you will know we try our hardest to promote honesty and transparency. We like to keep it real. Sometimes (for those who have read my book) maybe a little too real. I'm not one for tricking people. Makin…

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Wet Behind The Ears 1:12:33

1+ y ago1:12:33

1:12:33

Looking back, I was so wet behind the ears I'm surprised I didn't drown. Two years ago, I announced to the world that I would be writing, publishing and marketing my first-ever book with no clue what lay ahead. Ahh...isn't ignorance bliss... But as challenging as it has been, writing and publishing my book is STILL the best thing I have ever done. …

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Proverb: Man who work non-stop has small sausage 59:42

1+ y ago59:42

59:42

You leave your home to go "away" for a few weeks and believe that everything will be Puuurfecct. You tell yourself you'll relax. Take massages. Eat out (without complaining). Wrong. Join Liz and Bri this week as they open a can of sausages (small ones) and share the highs and lows of being away from home for 5 weeks. They reveal the gourmet and gro…

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What a Drip 40:25

1+ y ago40:25

40:25

This week's episode is brought to you from the lovely and very gorgeous art deco city of Napier in New Zealand, where Liz and Bri are housesitting for five weeks in a rambling old villa perched high on a lofty hill. Ah...Life is perfect. Me and Bri, living like a Lord and Lady Muck in our ole kiwi manor house. What's not to love about that? Well...…

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