Big Lap Chats Signs Off for 2025: Season One Reflections and What's Next

*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:b5068053-8320-452c-a589-f85b9d7a88de-4" data-testid= "conversation-turn-10" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> This is the final episode of Season One of the All Around Oz - Travel Australia Big Lap Chats Podcast and the last episode for 2025. In this short wrap-up episode, Annette reflects on an incredible first season of the podcast, sharing gratitude for the guests, listeners and community that have grown around Big Lap Chats. With 36 episodes recorded, the podcast has covered real-life Big Lap advice, honest guest stories, planning reassurance and practical insights for anyone dreaming of travelling Australia by road. Whether you're already on the road, quietly waiting out the silly season, or still in the planning phase, wondering if you'll ever feel ready, this episode is a reminder that you're not alone and that feeling overwhelmed before a Big Lap is completely normal. Annette also shares what's coming in Season Two, how listeners can get involved with future topics and guests, and a quick update on the Big Lap Chats membership and the newly updated Planning a Lap of Australia guide. If you've missed any episodes this year, the Christmas break is the perfect time to go back and listen. Wishing you a safe, relaxed Christmas and New Year, and wherever you are on your Big Lap journey, enjoy the road ahead. Season Two kicks off in January 2026.