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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Leisel in charge of Q of the day - What is an essential for a breakfast buffet? SANTA IN STUDIO! To celebrate the start of December, the big man comes in to get us in the festive spirit. We then hear about Leisel's huge play at the GC Business Excellence Award. V8 Championship Final review + Boat Ramp Champs took place on Satur…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: What are you looking forward to in 2026? Any resolutions? We finally get the LLS DEBUT SINGLE - 2025 12 DAYS OF GC CHRISTMAS. We get an update on the drama from our breakup caller & the team have some thoughts about PBC's new school policy for e-bikes. Finally, the team recap 2025 with some listeners. It was a big one, to say t…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Leisel has a theory about Chinese restaurants. Do you agree or have any restaurant "quality giveaways" of your own? The 2025 12 Days of Christmas continues... and it's getting real now... George runs the team through a game testing how well they know their own words. THEN, on international "break-up day," a remarkable call come…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: We are back with another edition of the IDIOM'S GAME! Where did these sayings originate? Aussie icon, Ash Barty, joins the show to chat about a new partnership, about how good Aussie summer is & what she looks forward to at this time of year. Producer George then has his private admission to the team exposed & things get cringe…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY? 2025 is coming to an end - what are you proud of and what would you have done differently? George has a diabolical salami story. Alone on a road trip with a log of salami. The new under 16 Meta ban in Australia is in force TONIGHT and the team chat to some Gold Coast parents about how it sits with them. Spida then gives a since…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: If you could choose one food to eat 15000 calories of in a day, what are you choosing? PSA: Do not listen to on a sore stomach! Gross. We have officially kicked off our "12 Days of Gold Coast Christmas" campaign and the suggestions have been flooding in. Icons of the GC, all in one song! Leisel is preparing for all-out Tik Tok …
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: 2-parter... The Aussie cricket team doesn't have a nickname like most of our other nation sides... what would you call them? Also, we chat iconic Aussie athletes. Brad Haddin joins us the morning of the Gabba Ashes test to break down what we have in store. KEEN. Spida then leads us on his journey of trying to set Leisel up whil…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: We are at SHOW 199 for the LLS Team! To celebrate, can you name which one of them said these things?... Play along! We chat to Chris Millar, the Managing Director of the Barmy Army that puts the sporting fanbase juggernaut into context! He also gives an honest review of Leisel's Aussie Swim Team chant during her Olympic days...…
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Unlock your true language potential by learning how to set goals with purpose! In this video, we explore the concept of purpose-driven goals and how they can revolutionise your language learning journey. Whether you’re striving for fluency or mastering specific skills, setting goals with clarity and purpose is the key to success. We’ll guide you th…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY! Spida wants to know: If you could choose any road in the world to ride or drive, what would you choose? Producer George goes rogue with some choice words to Spida, before Leisel and Spida face-off in a debate about whether seafood belongs on the Christmas table... The public have some shocking comments. Liam has some new Japane…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY is questionable....: When you're in the shower, how often do you wash your feet? Surprising difference in answers from the team here. School Christmas Carols have kicked off, and they aren't how Liam remembers... Producer George joins the studio to defend his hole-in-1 disrespect. Todd from Southport has a crack at Stick to the …
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: It's time for the return of the game - Where did that saying come from? Some of your favourite sayings. Where did they even come from? Play along! Leisel put her money where her mouth is for Boat Ramp Champs! Went to JSW Powersports to reverse a trailer for the first time EVER! Find out how it went. The team then gets presents …
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Is it too early to ask this?? What is your favourite thing on the table on Christmas? We chat to GC Titans' new head coach, Josh Hannay. He gives an insight into the Titans' preseason, changes, identity & what they stand for. Josh also gives us a definitive answer on who plays halfback in Round 1 next year! Some funny calls com…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: What is your Uber summary? Rating, number of food orders & how many 1-star reviews? There's an update on our resident bagpiper, which prompts a chat about annoying and disruptive hobbies. Sonya's partner has one of those and she calls in to let him know... Liam has an old man problem, with the kids these days. Leisel has a new …
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Some rapidfire Q's based on Producer George's date "conversation starters." See how your answers shape up! Leisel gives us her weekend hoedown recap, including some fun farm animals she encountered... George then gives his weekend update and Liam's not convinced on his date day. The team then take a call on a disaster date! Poo…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY? Do objects have calories? If you were to eat some of a couch, would that have a caloric value? Ashes kicks off today and the fire is BURNING. Steve Smith with some funny comments that we need to test Leisel on. We then hear from our third Boat Ramp Champs finalist, before talking about Leisel's Hoedown prep for this weekend & w…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: What's your best - Sales Pitch, Pick Up Line, Angry Teacher Voice, or Break Up? The team gets pretty off track but have some fun along the way. We pick our newest Boat Ramp Champs Finalist - Spots filling fast! The great Nicka35 then joins the show, filling in for an hour while Spida galivants around the U.S. We chat about or r…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: It there was an everyday behaviour in society that you could make illegal tomorrow, what would it be? We double back to Leisel Jones using the show as her own personal shopping platform, with a very kind delivery arriving. Flexxing her celebrity muscles for freebies? Then $1000 minute takes an unexpected turn when we ask Ross w…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Would you rather have garbage stink breath that you can't mask, or only be able to speak at the top of your lungs, ABSOLUTELY SCREAMING? The team is unanimous, but we don't know if it's so simple. Leisel has been at the Sport Australia Hall of Fame and gives us a recap, before telling us about an enemy she made in transit. A me…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: What is it like to be at the top of your game and "in the zone"? Our resident pro athletes give their take on the mentality of performing at a high level. We then get regaled by stories of McHappy Day over the weekend, some classic boat names + Leisela and Spida get put to the AI Song Test! How do you go? See omnystudio.com/lis…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: how well do the team know what they've said on the radio? Play along and see if you can pick who said what! McHappy Day is upon us! Liam has a cracker of a boat launching blunder, Leisel needs something great to christen her TV & Spida goes rogue... Ibis mode... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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www.patreon.com/TheBeyondFluencyPodcast Are you struggling to overcome your fear of speaking English to natives? In this video, we’ll share practical tips to help you build confidence and speak English fluently. Whether you’re nervous about conversations or public speaking in English, you’ll learn how to overcome your fear of speaking English to na…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Where did these sayings come from? The team get creative. Liam is still away crook, so Alo is on the desk! We hear about a recent GC news story, Leisel has an apology to make, Spida's mystery caller is REVEALED + one of our Boat Ramp Champ nominees has his say. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: With Liam away it's all chaos - we talk about our least favourite scents? and a couple of our favourites! Boat ramp fails NEVER fail to get people up and about & the stories start rolling in! We then hear about the Gold Coast's weird and wonderful (mostly weird) pets. Finally, we chat to former Aussie cricket superstar, captain…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY - What's your #1 overrated food? GREASE TRAP DAY... We hear more about BOAT RAMP CHAMPS - crowning the greatest reverser of all & the gauntlet has well and truly been thrown down!! Leisel then gets a Junee realtor on the line to talk about her haunted new purchase. Finally, we chat to Gold Coast returned serviceman Matt Jones ab…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY - Keep or kill?! Play along as the team choose what they would keep & what they would wipe from existence. We FINALLY get the hard launch for BOAT RAMP CHAMPS. Our new comp looking for the best boat launcher there is! Some callers are right on board. Pride is on the line! Leisel got a new TV but has a different problem, Liam has…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: If you could see any band, dead or alive, who are you seeing? + we get a guest question: social media while on the toilet - yes or no? T20 international recap - Spida's allegiances have been swayed & he has a bone to pick with the stadium! Rod Mcleod updates us on the QLD teacher strike ultimatum and we hear about two televisio…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY - Would you take a free mattress from a holiday resort? Does your answer change if you have a list of how many people have slept on it? Two LEGENDS on the show today. Mick Fanning comes on to defend his honour after Leisel called out his new collab & then we are joined in studio by one of the biggest names in Australian cricket …
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Please be aware that this Pod covers some conversations about mental health and suicide, with Find Ya Feet founder Sam Herschell. They form part of a very important dialogue, that we encourage you to listen to and share. QUESTION OF THE DAY: Would you rather never get another red light, or never hand to stand in line? It's a hot topic. We hear from…
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In this video, we will explore how to become a pro at effective virtual presentations with these 10 must-know tips! Whether you’re new to online speaking or looking to enhance your skills, these strategies will help you engage your audience and deliver impactful messages. Learn the 10 must know pro tips for effective virtual presentations that can …
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Who on the team does the best celebrity impression? You decide! Leisel has lost the plot today, full of faux pas and innuendo. Get it out of the gutter! We chat about the husband vs wife battle in the Melbourne Cup & finally hear from Mayor Tom Tate! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY - What is your relationship pet peeve? No matter how great or small, the things that just get under your skin! We talk to the great Merv Hughes about the upcoming T20 on the GC and the summer of cricket as a whole. Liam then gives us a funny food-based hypothetical that he encountered on the weekend & it definitely made us think…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: If you had to go on a dinner date competition, who would you choose to take on the date? 1 hour competition getting judged and scored! (Figurative) shots fired at Burleigh's new Police Beat! The opening hours are truly perplexing and have folks up in arms. In honour of Halloween, we talk all things decorations! Trick or treatin…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: If you had to work in a shopping centre for the rest of your life, what's your job of choice? We chat to Brett Beasley about the recent news that the UK have taken interest in Jack's Law. Brett and Belinda have taken an unimaginable tragedy and turned it into real change & are set to present the legislation and outcomes oversea…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do you remember your favourite school teacher? Most people have at least one teacher that was the difference in their schooling! The team reflects on those important people. Spida's son Boston is on the GC at the moment & cost Spida $600 in a totally avoidable blunder. We love hearing Spida riled up. Liam chats about the NRL No…
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Unlock your potential and maintain your enthusiasm for learning English with our latest video, "How to Maintain Your Enthusiasm for Learning English." In this engaging session, we share practical tips and strategies to keep your motivation high and make your English learning journey enjoyable. Discover how to ignite your curiosity, immerse yourself…
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Q OF THE DAY: Do you remember the first movie that gave you nightmares? It's a pretty core memory for a lot of us! Leisel gets very personal, attacking the boys for their cars' indicator sounds. Once you hear it, it's probably warranted... her blinker is the most satisfying by a country mile. Then we hear from Elaine about Chance, the dog she adopt…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Who on the team lasts the longest in a zombie apocalypse? Who do you think has the best chance? Listen to Leisel's opinion before you decide... Spida makes an apology! He had a wardrobe malfunction on stage while interviewing V8 Supercars drivers over the weekend. Thankfully a good Samaritan has his best interest at heart... or…
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Liam with the Question of the Day honours, would like to know - if you had to wear one sporting outfit for the rest of your life, what sport are you choosing? The Top Story today is the BOM website's makeover - leaving people in a tailspin as they try to make sense of the beloved website! Spida shares his opinion on the uproar. He also has an opini…
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Who is sponsoring your V8 Supercar - What's your livery? Spida's car is GREAT. The team are GC500 trackside! Will Davison chats all things race day, the new format & the next generation of athletes coming through. We then get an update on the Leisel/Liam gym situation & Spida is still not convinced... Finally, we chat to the gr…
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https://www.patreon.com/TheBeyondFluencyPodcast In this enlightening video, we delve into the power of language and how it plays a crucial role in unlocking your potential in English learning. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, understanding the impact of language can transform your learning journey. What You'll Learn: The …
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Q of the Day - Whole country watching, everything on the line, what are you going to take: A free throw, a penalty kick, a drop goal, or a 6-foot putt? The team is split! Trigger Song Wednesday is "songs that make you wanna go FASSSSST" with some great entries, then we chat to James Golding about the GC500 and he tells us his trigger song! We finis…
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Q of the Day: 100 Jelly Beans, $10K every one you eat BUT 1 is poisoned. How many are you eating? Spida gets real about the recent announcement about the cracking in the $3.5b Coomera Connector project and the need for transparency! Things then get sillier when the team put it to the people to see who is the best "human sound effects machine". Spid…
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Question of the Day: Who is your favourite Aussie icon - 1 real, 1 fictional? Once you get thinking about it, there are so many amazing contenders! Rod the Newsreader gives us an update on the brazen Louvre heist in Paris & Leisel has some questions for QLD Rail after a train trip on the weekend got her thinking. To finish off, we hear from the cha…
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It's Producer Joolz' last day before mat leave so she takes the Question of the Day honours: Who would she call first to babysit bub? One person is very quick to shut it down. Liam takes the guys through a game of Finish the Lyric: Country Edition, to get excited for Groundwater this weekend. Play along at home! It's not easy... Spida updates us on…
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Question of the Day: If you could choose any childhood toy to come to life, what are you choosing? The team is divided by Leisel rediscovering her jelly obsession and Liam has plenty to say on the matter. The news of Ariarne Titmus' retirement then hits the studio and Leisel reflects on her experience - motivations, training & life outside of the p…
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https://www.patreon.com/TheBeyondFluencyPodcast In this video, we dive into powerful techniques for improving your listening comprehension and building rapport in a genuine way... especially useful in networking or conference settings! Learn how to connect more naturally without sounding overly “salesy” and discover strategies to make conversations…
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Leisel in charge of Q of the Day, inspired by Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau: If you could get with any politician, who would you choose? We then hear from Mick about the buy-in/out system at his workplace and it’s so good the team thinks it should be implemented nationally! This leads into a convo about work punishments & hazing from Leisel and Spi…
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It’s a jam-packed Monday with Leisel, Liam and Spida and things go from morbid to marvelous pretty quickly! The team kick off with the world’s most pointless debate: are there more doors or tyres in the world? (Spoiler: Lego changes everything) Then Liam reveals the worst golf day prize ever a 20-metre retractable hose and listeners call in to shar…
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Liam takes Q of the day - what's the best "moment before a moment"? Something that you enjoy preparing for, more than you enjoy doing it?! We then get more Bathurst from the man himself, Greg Rust & finally - George's career as producer might be over before it begun. He's convinced something else was with him in the studio this morning... But no on…
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