Episodes
In the season finale of Somewhere Else, January and Rose find out what it's like to be filmed 24/7. They chat to The Block 2019 winners, Tess and Luke, who reveal the highs and lows of renovating while the rest of the country looks on. Later in the episode, former Bachelor contestant Kayla Gray gives behind-the-scenes info on what it's really like to live in the Bachelor mansion. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review us - it's how we get the word out.
Published 02/16/20
Published 02/16/20
In this episode of Somewhere Else, January and Rose speak to Amy O'Shea, who lives on a sheep station at least half an hour away from her nearest neighbour and 300km from her local supermarket. Later in the episode, Rachel Sheridan calls in to talk about what it's like living and working as a teacher in an isolated mining town in Western Australia. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review us - it's how we get the word out.
Published 02/09/20
In this episode of Somewhere Else, January and Rose speak to photographer and pet minder Amie Forbes about how her life changed after moving into her tiny caravan. Later on, they discover how Lisa Hobbs and her partner Matt built their own tiny house and started a company selling tiny home plans called The Tailored Tiny Co. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review us - it's how we get the word out.
Published 02/02/20
In this episode of Somewhere Else, January and Rose speak to underwater filmmaker, diver and self-proclaimed pirate Dean Cropp. Inspired by his father, documentary maker and conservationist Ben Cropp, Dean sold his house and now lives on a sailing boat that he travels the world in creating a web series called Barefoot Captain's Log. Later in the episode, they hear from Billie Woods, who lives on a sail boat with her husband and baby. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review us - it's...
Published 01/26/20
In this episode of Somewhere Else, January and Rose ask the big question 'Would you let your parents move in with you?' Later on they speak to architectural designer, Zana Wright who, along with her husband and daughter, lives on the same Byron Bay property as her parents and two adult siblings. She talks about how they make it work, the perks and the not-so-desirable parts. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review us - it's how we get the word out.
Published 01/19/20
In this episode of Somewhere Else, January and Rose talk about tree changes and whether they could ever make one. Later in the episode, they chat to The Block's Shelley Craft about her move to Byron Bay and whether she's spotted the Hemsworths around town. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review us - it's how we get the word out.
Published 01/12/20
A note from the hosts: This episode was recorded in 2019 before much was known about the current bushfire crisis in Australia. Our hearts are with those fighting the horrific fires and particularly those who have lost their homes and loved ones. In this episode of Somewhere Else, January and Rose reveal their tips for being frugal and how they saved to buy their homes. Later, they chat to Jarrod Ruch from Hope Seed Farm about the gift economy and how he is moving away from money. Also,...
Published 01/05/20
In this episode of Somewhere Else, January and Rose talk about digital nomads and living a life on the road. Later, they chat to travel editor Georgia Hopkins and journalist Allison Worrall and find out how they cope with living and working without a fixed address. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review us - it's how we get the word out.
Published 12/22/19
In this episode of Somewhere Else, January and Rose talk sustainable living, and how important it is for everyone to do their bit. Later, January and Rose chat to Mark Ebbles, head chef at TarraWarra Estate, and Erin Rhodes, author of Waste Not to talk about their sustainable lifestyles. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review us - it's how we get the word out.
Published 12/15/19
In this episode of Somewhere Else, January and Rose talk about the rise of the grown-up gap year and why it feels like everyone is quitting their jobs and jetting off overseas. Later, January and Rose sit down with Melissa Mason, senior style and features editor at Pedestrian, and Pauline and Kieran Morrissey to talk about their grown-up gap years. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review us - it's how we get the word out.
Published 12/08/19
In season two of Somewhere Else we look at grown-up gap years, tree changes, sustainable living and even what life is like on the open seas. The first episode drops on December 9. Subscribe now so you don't miss out.
Published 12/05/19
For the past 51 years, opal miner John Dunstan has lived in the small desert town of Coober Pedy. Coober Pedy is an eight-hour drive from the nearest city and boasts the largest opal mine in the world. To escape extreme desert temperatures, miners like John live in underground 'dugouts', or caves which are blasted out of the rocky hillsides. Somewhere Else talks to John about what it's like to live underground and if he ever gets claustrophobic. Read about John on Domain here. Please...
Published 08/04/19
When it comes to small living, Dolly Rubiano is an expert. Dolly moved to Australia in 2014 and after three years of living in Melbourne, she packed up and moved to the country to live in a tiny house. Since then, she's amassed over 80k Instagram followers, who avidly follow her experiences living in a space the size of some people's bedrooms. Somewhere Else chats to Dolly about the realities of tiny house living and if it's really as good as it seems. Read about Dolly on Domain here. Take...
Published 07/28/19
Robert Prudhoe, otherwise known as Boinga Bob, is 79 and lives in a treehouse he started building in 1992. After buying an old station masters house in Warburton, Victoria, Bob was inspired by different cultures and a lifetime of travel to create a truly unique home. Now with the support of the local community, Bob's home is a living piece of art and attracts visitors from all over the world. Somewhere Else chats to Bob about the inspiration behind his treehouse and the campaign to save it...
Published 07/21/19
At 25, writer and yoga teacher Jane Hone made a life change that many people are more likely to make in their 50s. Despite questions from friends regarding her sanity, Jane gave up life in the city for a sea change in a small coastal town. Five years on, Jane talks to Somewhere Else about the highs and lows of making a sea change and why she's never looked back. Read about Jane on Domain here. Please remember to subscribe and review us - it's how we get the word out.
Published 07/15/19
Three years ago, Ian Usher and Vanessa Anderson hatched a plan to live rent and mortgage-free. They sold all of their possessions and took up house sitting jobs in the US, UK, Australia, Fiji, Mexico, Botswana and Barbados, to name a few. Along the way, they've survived a cyclone, taken care of countless animals and even launched their own magazine. Somewhere Else chats to Ian and Vanessa about hidden cameras, selling your life on ebay and what it's like to have no permanent residence. Read...
Published 07/08/19
When Jane Moughan heard there was a room available at an inner-Melbourne share house, she didn't know she would be sharing the home with 13 others. Almost two years on, Jane's housemates range from early 20s to early 40s, manage to share one huge kitchen and five bathrooms - and yes, they each have their own room. Read about Jane on Domain here. Please remember to subscribe and review us - it's how we get the word out.
Published 06/30/19
When Perth couple Karina and Craig Waters hired a car and headed on a scenic drive towards the Pyrenees, they weren't expecting to buy the 18th century, 94-room Chateau de Gudanes. Six years on, Karina project-manages the restoration of the monument with help from a team of local tradespeople, while her daughter regularly updates their 300,000 followers. We highly recommend visiting their Instagram and reading more about their story here on Domain. Please remember to subscribe and review us...
Published 06/23/19
Last Easter, Felix and his Swedish partner Emma decided to pack up their home and move into a school bus they've renovated on Victoria's surf coast. The 'Sandy Bus' is now complete with French doors, parquetry floors, fireplace and fully-functioning kitchen - and to top it all off, they have a baby on the way. You can read about their story and see images here on Domain, and follow Emma and Felix on Instagram at @thesandybus. Please remember to subscribe, rate and review us - it's how we...
Published 06/17/19
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Published 06/11/19