Small Town Journey

An up and coming musician, Jake Nelson is one to watch. On this episode - hot on the heels of his latest single Running After Everything dropping last week - we catch up to chat about Jake’s love of music, where his song writing inspiration comes from, the art of playing both in a band and solo and - more than anything - how much he simply enjoys the journey of creativity.

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Music by Samuel James:

https://www.instagram.com/samueljames.music/

Check him out for thoughtful, custom, ambient music.

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Paul Adams was one of the original stars of New Zealand rallying.

First introduced to motorsport in the mid-1960s, he was behind the wheel of a variety of cars throughout his career – including a BMW 2002 Ti, a Mk 1 Ford Cortina, a Ford Escort RS1600 and 1800, a Vauxhall Chevette 2300 HSR, and a Toyota Corolla and Starlet.

He and co-driver Don Fenwick won the 1970 Silver Fern Rally in the South Island and Paul also won the 1979 New Zealand Rally Championship (NZRC). He was one of the first New Zealand drivers to compete in an overseas international rally when he raced his Ford Escort Mk1 in the Southern Cross Rally in Australia. In 2021, Paul was given a MotorSport New Zealand Historic Heritage award.

This week, we chat with him about his love of cars, his favourite places to drive, and even the unintentional - and humorous - way his parents discovered he was even racing. 

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Music by Samuel James:

https://www.instagram.com/samueljames.music/

Check him out for thoughtful, custom, ambient music.

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This week on Small Town Journey, we chat with Te Awamutu’s Chris Gibbes.

Gibbes, a former Waikato Rugby player and coach - also well known for his roles with Wellington and the Hurricanes - discusses how he first discovered rugby in his playing days, his love of coaching and - most importantly - the joy he gets from quality time with his family.

He also talks us through his various roles overseas and reflects on how, no matter where in the world he is, there is nothing quite like returning home to what he calls his own slice of paradise here in Aotearoa.

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Music by Samuel James:

https://www.instagram.com/samueljames.music/

Check him out for thoughtful, custom, ambient music.

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Allysia Kraakman is the Waikato regional co-ordinator for 24-7YouthWork. This month, she marks 10 years with the organisation. In this episode of Small Town Journey - during a chat in her home gym - Allysia summarises her journey from a Chronic Fatigue Syndrome diagnosis to becoming an ultramarathon runner, talks about gaining her diploma in counseling and reflects on her time as an author.

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Music by Samuel James:

https://www.instagram.com/samueljames.music/

Check him out for thoughtful, custom, ambient music.

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Clint Randell is one third of The Edge Breakfast trio Clint, Meg and Dan. Alongside co-hosts Meg Mansell and Dan Webby, Clint braves 4am starts for some on-air fun with listeners every weekday morning on one of Auckland’s most popular radio shows. A husband, father and committed family man, this week we are honoured as Clint - also a television host - discusses the magic of radio, his time competing on both New Zealand Idol and Dancing with the Stars and how having a strong daily health and wellness routine helps him maintain optimal work life balance. And, of course, he answers the burning question - did Clint Meg and Dan's recent quest unearth New Zealand’s best apple?

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Music by Samuel James:

https://www.instagram.com/samueljames.music/

Check him out for thoughtful, custom, ambient music.

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Michael Jeans is a Cambridge photographer with 60 years of industry experience. Likely to have snapped more than one million pics in that time, this week we sit down with Michael to talk about changes he has seen throughout those decades, how camera gear just keeps developing and ask him to describe the magic that is getting the ever-elusive perfect shot.

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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/small-town-journey/id1685330857

Music by Samuel James:

https://www.instagram.com/samueljames.music/

Check him out for thoughtful, custom, ambient music.

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In this first episode of season two of Small Town Journey, we talk to Tyree Tautogia - one third of New Zealand hip hop trio Smashproof and a highly successful solo artist in his own right.

Best known for their song Brother, the group’s track spent 11 consecutive weeks at number one in 2009.

Tyree tells us about his start in music, the role his faith now plays in his life and where the inspiration for his clothing line came from.

Check out TWIC Apparel: https://www.instagram.com/twic_apparel/

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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/small-town-journey/id1685330857

Music by Samuel James:

https://www.instagram.com/samueljames.music/

Check him out for thoughtful, custom, ambient music.

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We couldn't resist getting a little political this week. We express our opinions on several matters (wrongly or rightly) - free speech really does matter right?

Plus Ben gives some details and examples of ways to get your long term finances in order. Jay gives an incredible example (from his own life) of what not to do!

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Music by Samuel James:

https://www.instagram.com/samueljames.music/

Check him out for thoughtful, custom, ambient music.

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The thick of winter in New Zealand can be a rough place. Last week we got caught out and completely forgot about the podcast! But nothing like a good yarn to align ourselves and set ourselves up to finish up the winter strong!

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Or if you go to https://www.anchor.fm/smalltownjourney you can leave us a voice message and you might get on the show!

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Music by Samuel James:

https://www.instagram.com/samueljames.music/

Check him out for thoughtful, custom, ambient music.

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Just a quick solo episode covering some of the reasons to incorporate intermittent fasting into your weekly routine. There are countless benefits for health and wellness including, natural repair mechanisms, increased fat loss, cognitive improvements, energy increase and improved metabolism.

And some natural ways to lower cortisol levels thanks to BePure wellness.

You can send us an email: [email protected]

Or if you go to https://www.anchor.fm/smalltownjourney you can leave us a voice message and you might get on the show!

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Music by Samuel James:

https://www.instagram.com/samueljames.music/

Check him out for thoughtful, custom, ambient music.

#benandjay #smalltownjourney #cambridge #waikato #newzealand