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Sep 2020
18m 45s

Embrace the STRUGGLE in the Australian O...

BIG LIFE JOURNAL
About this episode

In this episode, Zara and Leo set up camp in the Australian wilderness to practice their survival skills. But before long, they get swept up in a tidal river and find themselves up a tree without a paddle! Find out how struggle can make you STRONGER, and learn about Deng Adut, the defense lawyer who took each obstacle as an opportunity to grow and help his community.



In this episode, children will:

  • Learn how challenges make you stronger  
  • Travel to Australia
  • Meet Deng Adut, a defense lawyer


Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast


Produced by Big Life Journal


Credits:

Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Hernandez.



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