
Welcome to To the Moon and Back. I’m Lisa Wright, and with me is Portia Turbo — iconic Sydney drag queen, trivia queen, perfume oracle, and a bestie of almost 15 years. We met at one of her infamous trivia nights and have spent years wandering art galleries, laughing ourselves silly, and navigating life’s unexpected twists together. In this first episode, we talk honestly about friendship, joy, an... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 18 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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This week’s episode is a big one. We’re joined by Heather Plude for a deep dive into mould, mycotoxins, chronic illness, stress, nervous system responses and the absolutely wild rabbit holes people end up travelling when they’re try... more
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This episode starts with one of those brutally honest check-ins that probably sums up life with ALS better than anything polished ever could: “Yeah, so when I said I was good… I lied.”
Lisa talks openly about the strange balancing... more
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This episode starts with us talking rubbish about bin chickens, bad politicians, Barbie dolls, drag queens and whether double-dipping chips should actually be illegal in Australia. Completely normal behaviour. Then, somewhere betwee... more
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This one kicks off like most of our chats do — a bit of banter, a few sideways comments about the state of the world, and then… we take a proper turn. I share some recent test results that honestly stopped me in my tracks, looking a... more
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Lisa and Portia have found a wonderful way of discussing a deeply personal topic for Lisa and mixing in so many elements to make it a truly engaging podcast.
While I don’t have ALS I do have FND another neurological condition and I see so many similarities and reasons for hope from this podcast.
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A candid, humor-infused look at living with ALS through the lens of a close friendship. The show centers on the daily realities of ALS, caregiving, medical access, and the emotional toll, all balanced with lighthearted banter, storytelling, and creative interests like art and travel. A standout is how personal resilience and relationship dynamics—especially between two longtime friends—are explored with honesty, warmth, and a dash of humor that makes heavy topics more approachable for a broad audience. This mix of advocacy, personal narrative, and relatable everyday life likely appeals to listeners who enjoy intimate health conversations, resilience storytelling, and upbeat dialog amid serious themes.
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