Episode 27: Chook Wouldn't Do That

A very personal episode. We flip things around this time, and Christian tells his story to Hugh Riminton, legendary foreign correspondent, journalist, and television news presenter. Follow Aussie Rideshare on InstagramFollow Aussie Rideshare on TikTokLike Aussie Rideshare on FacebookSupport the podcast on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian picks up Ryan Scott, goalkeeper for the Western United FC soccer club. He then has amazing chat with Elena, assistant manager for a teen rehab centre.Links:Western United FCLifeline AustraliaFollow Aussie Rideshare on InstagramFollow Aussie Rideshare on TikTokLike Aussie Rideshare on FacebookSupport the podcast on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian starts the episode chatting to Henry, who's working to build Australia's first certified sustainable distillery. He then talks to a midwife about her experiences in the medical profession and working with women who've been through some horrific experiences. Links: Applewood DistilleryFollow Aussie Rideshare on InstagramFollow Aussie Rideshare on TikTokLike Aussie Rideshare on FacebookSupport the podcast on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian chats to Sunaina about penetration testing and leaving her job. He then learns about the pressures of playing rugby in New Zealand and finally meets Shane, who left his career in banking to help people as a financial counsellor. Follow Aussie Rideshare on InstagramFollow Aussie Rideshare on TikTokLike Aussie Rideshare on FacebookSupport the podcast on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian talks to Australian model and TV celebrity Simone Holtznagel about her childhood, her career and what it was like to eat a crocodile spleen covered in cow's blood.Follow Simone on Instagram at @simoneholtznagelFollow Aussie Rideshare on InstagramFollow Aussie Rideshare on TikTokLike Aussie Rideshare on FacebookSupport the podcast on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian talks about life and death with Tommaso and then encourages someone with a great name, to follow his happiness.Follow Aussie Rideshare on InstagramFollow Aussie Rideshare on TikTokLike Aussie Rideshare on FacebookSupport the podcast on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian talks to Marissa about being pregnant during COVID and her fears about becoming a parent. He then has a great chat with Masterchef winner Brent Owens about his achievements and attitude to life.Follow Aussie Rideshare on InstagramFollow Aussie Rideshare on TikTokLike Aussie Rideshare on FacebookSupport the podcast on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In honour of NAIDOC Week, Christian has an incredible chat with Anita Heiss. Anita is an Aboriginal Australian author, poet, cultural activist and social commentator. She is an advocate for Indigenous Australian literature and literacy, through her writing for adults and children.Warning: This episode has some language that may offend listeners but it speaks to the real lived experience of the Aboriginal people living here in Australia today.Find out more about Anita at her websiteFollow Anita on TwitterBuy her book, Bila YarrudhanggalangdhurayFollow Aussie Rideshare on InstagramFollow Aussie Rideshare on TikTokLike Aussie Rideshare on FacebookSupport the podcast on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian has an awesome chat with Katie Fowler about parenting, relationships and life in the country.Follow Aussie Uber on InstagramFollow Aussie Uber on TikTokLike Aussie Uber on FacebookSupport the podcast on PatreonAll passengers featured in the podcast have given their consent to be recorded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian has an unexpected chat with reality TV star Abbie Chatfield and then spends a hilarious 20 minutes talking with Raquel about lying, nicknames and Australia Post.Follow Aussie Uber on InstagramFollow Aussie Uber on TikTokLike Aussie Uber on FacebookSupport the podcast on PatreonAll passengers featured in the podcast have given their consent to be recorded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.