{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Tappa's Green Room Podcast","title":"Building a Dream in Fiji | Tappa's Green Room EP40","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/8c2b2f8d\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2488,"description":"This episode is sponsored by Official Beer Co.Produced by PodfireIn this episode of Tappa’s Green Room, Terry “Tappa” Teece sits down with Brian and Donna McDonald, the duo behind a stunning surf resort in Fiji. What started as a simple dream of owning a tropical getaway quickly evolved into a decades-long journey of hard work, risk, and passion.The conversation dives into how a spontaneous land purchase turned into a fully functioning surf resort built largely by hand, the realities of running an off-grid operation, and the challenges of working within local communities and environments. Brian and Donna share stories of early struggles, learning to build from scratch, and creating a sustainable surf destination that now attracts visitors from around the world.They also explore the world-class waves surrounding the resort, including the powerful Frigates break, and reflect on the deep connections formed with local Fijian communities. From teaching locals to surf to building long-term staff relationships, this episode highlights that the dream lifestyle comes with relentless effort—but incredible rewards.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/i-_HHHtO3oIcv4kgU4_RmdBD3VVxzvQXiVpUth3Z1qo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85Nzgz/MWEyMTBmZGRjYzc2/YThjN2E3NWI5YzJm/MjBkOC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}