Episodios

  • From Pain to Purpose with Rev Jessie

    From Pain to Purpose with Rev Jessie
    Mar 28 2026
    In this episode, we meet Rev Jessie, an Anglican vicar from Upper Hutt, who shares her transformative journey from addiction to the ministry. Her story illustrates that hitting rock bottom often prepares us to serve others in ways we never previously imagined. With Easter approaching, Rev Jessie also guides us through the significance of Holy Week—the spiritual path leading to Easter Sunday. As the most vital feast in the Christian calendar, it celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus and serves as a universal symbol of hope. Rev. Jessie’s life is a testament to the fact that we all have our own "resurrection stories" waiting to be told. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
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    27 m
  • Wisdoms on Wellness with Ash Helm

    Wisdoms on Wellness with Ash Helm
    Mar 14 2026
    This episode is a conversation between host Emma Hamilton and special guest Ash Helm, a Counsellor and Usui Reiki Practitioner in Ōtepoti / Dunedin. We learn a bit about Usui Reiki and how Ash incorporates it into her practice, along with some of the other approaches Ash utilizes to support the wellness journeys of her clients and her own. Ash also shares one of the key moments in her life that guided her towards the path she leads today, and she names some of the people who have supported her through challenging times and inspire her work. Read more about Ash's counselling and wellness practice and how to contact her through the following link: https://www.tastenature.co.nz/health/counsellor_dunedin/ This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
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    26 m
  • Life Beyond the Boat - With Lucy Matehaere (Part 2)

    Life Beyond the Boat - With Lucy Matehaere (Part 2)
    Feb 28 2026
    Lucy 2 - Life Beyond the Boat - In our second episode with Olympic athlete Lucy Matehaere, we hear about other parts of her life beyond sport — her studies and her music. With quiet wisdom, Lucy knows that whatever path you choose, balance matters. Alongside her athletic career, she has invested energy into postgraduate bio-medical studies and into creating her own music. Tune in to hear about Lucy's live beyond the boat. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
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    27 m
  • Lucy 1 - Paddling to Paris

    Lucy 1 - Paddling to Paris
    Feb 14 2026
    Today we spoke with Olympic athlete Lucy Matehaere about her life in kayaking. Dedicated to sport from a young age, Lucy made the decision at just 15 to focus on kayaking — a choice that ultimately took her to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Lucy shares openly about both the joys and the challenges of high-performance sport. Listen in to hear some remarkable wisdom from an inspiring young woman. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
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    29 m
  • A Wandering Woman Finds Home in Dunedin

    A Wandering Woman Finds Home in Dunedin
    Jan 31 2026
    In this episode, new Wondering Women co-host, Emma Hamilton, chats with special guest, Nicole Wilson, about some of the places Nicole has lived in across the ditch in Australia, and how she ended up in studying at the University of Otago after a chat with a stranger in Croatia. Although Nicole has lived in many places abroad, she now calls Dunedin home and is active in the community as Treasurer of the Shetland Street Community Gardens. Emma and Nicole also discovered they have lived in the same room of a flat, and hold a shared love of saunas, swims, and beach runs. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
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    26 m
  • The Soundtrack of Life

    The Soundtrack of Life
    Jan 17 2026
    In this episode, we chat with Emma, a returning guest, about all things music — from hosting a radio show that promotes female artists, to childhood piano lessons, learning electric guitar as an adult, and discovering Kiwi music. Emma reminds us that music is a gift to be enjoyed at any age. We’re also delighted to share that Emma will be hosting Wondering Women, over the next few months, so be sure to stay tuned for more from her! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
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    26 m
  • Work, Travel, Play - Emma’s Journey

    Work, Travel, Play - Emma’s Journey
    Jan 3 2026
    Today I talk with Emma Hamilton, an American in New Zealand for a year of working and adventure travel. Emma shares how as a young woman she is open to new adventures. From the Midwest of America to Alaska and now Aotearoa New Zealand, Emma shares some of her story of moving around the world while working, meeting people and enjoying the ride. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
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    27 m
  • Life Lessons from a Zoologist

    Life Lessons from a Zoologist
    Dec 20 2025
    Today I chat with Dr. Jenny Jandt, senior lecturer in the University of Otago’s Zoology Department. Jenny shares how life can take unexpected twists when we stay open to paths we never imagined. She also shares her wisdom on how when we talk to those around us and share our vulnerabilities we are actually stronger because we are then doing it together. Tune in to hear more of Jenny's inspiring story. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
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    26 m