Coast Files

SURVIVAL: The Franklin River Rescue

What began as a bucket-list rafting trip with friends through one of Tasmania’s wildest rivers turned into a high-stakes rescue that would test the limits of human endurance and medical ingenuity. In the unforgiving rapids of the Franklin River, a single misstep led to an intense 20-hour fight against nature. This is the story of resilience, teamwork, and survival where every second counted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MURDERED: Thomas and Jackie Hawks

Tom and Jackie Hawks were living their dream retirement on their 55ft, totally outfitted yacht, sailing up and down the Pacific Coast. When the birth of their first grandson meant a big move back to the mainland they didn’t think twice about selling their boat to relocate. What they didn’t know is that they would trust the wrong people and it would be the biggest mistake of their lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SHARK WEEK

We have a special group episode for you in honour of Shark Week! We're a little ahead of schedule, but we're excited to bring you three shark stories today, from a string of shark attacks that changed views on sharks forever, to an incredible survivor story, finishing up with an incredible tale of a shark who actually saved a swimmer in an unexpected way. Tune in to hear all about it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DISAPPEARED: Amelia Earhart

One of the most iconic women in history, Amelia Earhart, took her passion for flying to new heights (literally) by breaking records and trailblazing the aviation industry. Apart from being a renowned pilot, she was also a fashion designer and advocate for women's rights. On what would be her greatest flight to date, she and her co-pilot, Fred Noonan, mysteriously go missing in the Pacific Ocean. What happened to Amelia? Tune in this week as we learn more about her life and disappearance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HAPPY PRIDE MONTH: The Shell-timate Episode

In this week’s episode, we shell-ebrate National Seashell Day with wild facts about ancient mollusks, self-repairing shells, and snail venom that is stronger than morphine! Also, in honour of Pride Month, we dive into the fabulous world of gender-bending fish, same-sex parents, and flatworms that duel with their junk. It's science all in the name of science! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.