Eyes & Ears
Books and podcasts to enjoy while you’re travelling with Journey Beyond.
The Journey By Journey Beyond
This beautifully curated coffee tablebook reveals the rich tapestry of Australia’s rail history, while taking readers along the iconic routes of The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern and The Overland. Filled with distinct landscape imagery and immersive experiences The Journey is the perfect keepsake for anyone who wants to bring the memories of exploring Australia by train home. Each chapter and train tells a story – a connection to the land, its people, and the pioneers who made it all possible.
Unfinished Business By Shankari Chandran
Deeply personal narratives combine with socio-political themes in Shankari Chandran’s masterfully woven political thriller. Set during Sri Lanka’s tumultuous civil war, the novel opens with the assassination of Ameena Fernando, a fearless Sri Lankan journalist. This prompts the CIA to dispatch agent Ellie Harper to investigate. Chandran’s evocative, page-turning prose tells a story of political corruption, systemic injustice and personal redemption.
Elegy, Southwest By Madeline Watts
In Elegy, Southwest, we follow Eloise and her husband, Lewis, on a road trip through America’s Southwest during the tragic wildfires of 2018. As the young married couple navigate their relationship’s rocky, emotional terrain, they also navigate the environmental disasters around them. Elegy, Southwest explores personal and ecological loss, weaving together themes of love and destruction amidst overwhelming natural catastrophe.
Saltwater By Katy Hays
This gripping thriller is set in stunning Capri, where Sarah Lingate was found dead beneath the island’s famous cliffs in 1992. While Sarah’s death was ruled an accident, the powerful Lingate family’s influence was suspected. When the investigation is reopened 30 years later, Sarah’s daughter Helen returns to uncover long-hidden secrets and confront the people who shaped her past. If you love stories of privilege, deception, and the dark side of family, this one’s for you.
The Great Outdoors
Travel the great expanse of this wild and wonderful country with these tunes that inspire wilderness wanderings.
The Run-Through with Vogue
This podcast offers listeners a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of one of the most iconic fashion publications. Hosted by Vogue’s finest editors, it takes the fashion industry’s pulse, revealing the latest trends, breaking news and exclusive Vogue stories.
No One Saw it Coming
History is often made without us realising it. It’s only in hindsight that we identify the pivotal moments – a person, an event or an accident – that shifted the course of time. Join Walkley award-winner Marc Fennell in uncovering the hidden moments, unexpected twists and overlooked turning points that changed history forever, revealing how these events shaped the world we know today.
David Tennant Does a Podcast With...
This delightful listen is back for a third season (after a four-year hiatus!) and will leave you with a new perspective on celebrities’ lives. David Tennant, star of Doctor Who, brings his trademark wit, charm, and curiosity to every episode. He provides behind-the-scenes chats with celebrities and uncovers the power of raw conversations.
Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky
As its name suggests, Monica Lewinsky sets out to reclaim her public voice in her debut podcast. Lewinsky’s interviews provide an honest platform for conversations about what it means to reclaim things lost – or taken. From survivor to activist, she opens up about the years of public shame she endured and the strength it took to become the woman she is today.
Low Tox Life
This holistic and educational podcast offers the daily inspiration you need to live a low-tox lifestyle. It covers everything from how to ‘feng shui’ your work and home spaces to gut health, toxic buildings, astrology and managing rage. The show’s host is Alexx Stuart, who invites inspiring guest speakers to offer their wisdom on everything from sustainability to women’s health holistic therapies and more.
Life's Booming
Life’s Booming, hosted by James Valentine from ABC, is a podcast created by Australian Seniors, for seniors in Australia. Now in its 6th series, it covers a wide range of topics relevant to senior life – from relationships and travel to legacy, mortality and more. James uses his sharp interview skills to explore the dreams, fears, and aspirations of his guests. Get an inside look at the lives of Australians over 50.