A Housesitter's Tales
This is my personal story about living on the road and staying in other people’s houses most of the time.
The podcast highlights my experiences as a housesitter living in Australia.
Most episodes are mixed content, with bonus episodes on specific topics.
You’ll be introduced to characters, both human and furry. And unique locations visited in my wanderings.
Join me on Thursdays for new episodes in quick bites of 20 minutes.
My travel blog is at www.sundazedstrayz.com
The music used to top and tail my podcast episodes is an excerpt from Daddy-S-Music, on Pixabay, Vakhar Valaha, royalty free.
The image used on this website and for podcast episodes was sourced from Pixabay.
The Sundazed Strayz logo is my own.
Episodes
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Bogged With a Dog
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
This episode features a few mishaps on and off the road, an embarrassed teenage driver, a day trip to an island, honours a friend, and reminisces on the meaning of life. Naturally, there is mud involved.
I take responsibility for a couple of audio editing glitches. These are barely noticeable, but you may have a good ear.
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Here Kitty! Kitty!
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
I'm going to share a few of my cat stories from housesitting, this week. Felines are possibly my favourite foster furballs, as they are low maintenance. However, things don't always go as planned. I like caring for pets and other animals, but try not to get too attached to those in my care. That doesn't always work well for me.
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
S1 E9 Mirror, Mirror
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
This week involves some personal reflection, and insight into my nomadic lifestyle. There's lots to look forward to this year including upcoming holidays, housesits, and more travel. And a few pesky ants find themselves in my sights. Come join me in the swimming pool. Bring some drinks and snacks.
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Only the Lonely (As the Song Goes)
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
What do I do with myself all day? People often ask if I'm sitting around doing nothing. And getting free accommodation in exchange! This week you can find out what I'm really doing, and how I do it. I also touch on social isolation and keeping boredom at bay.
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
The Beach on Repeat
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
This week's episode focuses on my trip to the west coast of South Australia, for a two month housesit at the beach. With no pets to look after, I had plenty of time to explore the region.
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
A Dog’s Tale
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
This week's show is about a dog. Meeting and getting to know pets is satisfying, and as interesting as some of the people I have met as a housesitter. I also included a snippet of audio from a bike ride.
As 2023 comes to a close, I want to dedicate this episode to a few furry friends who went over the Rainbow Bridge this year: Gentle Sophie. Ally Oops! Big-hearted Accent. And the ever-delightful Miss Marbles.
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Flowing Water, Sunbaking Snakes
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
This week's episode focuses on managing the water supply on and off the road, the downside (sometimes smelly) of rural sanitation, and wriggly sticks that have slithered across my path recently.
I didn't get a chance to include an outdoor recording this episode; however will be out on the bike next week.
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Beached with Spinach
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
This week's episode looks at food and supplies on the road, making friends on a beach housesit, the pros and cons of reciprocal visits. And, of course, managing the glut of spinach in everyone's vege garden.
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Jiggle it just a little bit
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
In this episode I discuss the pros and cons of towing a caravan as a housesitter, safety, and the experience of travelling as a solo female.
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Goldfish are scared of me
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
In this episode, I talk about expectations, both mine and that of my hosts, peculiar people and their interesting pets. As you'll see, it isn't always easy being a goldfish.