The CRAFTING & GRAFTING podcast queenstown nz (sharing stories of self belief)

From inoculating an idea to harvesting the rewards, DJ and Maggie share the insides of starting a mushroom business from the ground. DJ's love for the craft merged perfectly with Maggie's business mastermind, to create a product that has no competition. Driven by passion and sheer determination they explore the hard first few years that led them to now be able to explore a future full of rich ideas and endless possibilities. Remarkable Fungi will expand like mycelium.

https://www.mypatchofdirt.com/

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(Music by Barry G: https://open.spotify.com/track/7cpX3BppH7hpDIOHSDLjRh?si=e5aaab9f50304027)

When Andy was a kid, he got inspired by the Japanese garden he saw in a movie; and through sheer determination, he turned this passion into his everyday reality. Starting with formal studies and gaining experience, to finally venture into the world of a business owner, Andy tells us about finding satisfaction in his work, being passionate about his everyday mahi and still to this day, keeping his love for his craft alive.

Artist Shane Woolridge tells his story; from his humble beginnings as a tradesman, to a craftsman, to later becoming an artist; The importance of following a dream of your own rather than working to realize someone else’s dream. He encourages us to do it for ourselves and to take risks, even though it may not result in financial gain. Inspired by nature, transformed by Queenstown, Shane talks about the essence of the Artist. This is Part 1 of my chat with Shane

.https://shanewoolridge.co.nz/

https://www.instagram.com/shane.woolridge/

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shanes album

https://open.spotify.com/album/5RcN80bMWpxWvdeB20MrdZ?si=6ArKv9kFSueVhQoew7Q3Fw

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure; Michael Sly has a passion for composting Queenstown’s food waste, tackling the wilding-pine invasion and finding solutions to environmental problems. In this eye-opening conversation, he speaks about waste, Mr Chippie, passive housing, energy efficiency and even woolshed-scented perfumes.

Michael made a business from his passion, but how much impact can one person have? Find out from the man himself, who claims could single-handedly compost all of Queenstown’s food waste.

https://www.instagram.com/slymichael/

https://www.instagram.com/wildingco/

https://www.instagram.com/mrchippychip/

From a thriving business in Argentina, to uprooting his family and moving to Aotearoa, to roll the dice on a new business; Mariano tells us all about the beginnings of Modulo, and the importance of committing 100% to a goal. The belief systems of a businessman, who knows he will find a way to succeed, tells me that there is no bigger risk than risking just a little. Mariano is only looking forward and knowing that through hard work and determination, Modulo will be unstoppable.

Modulo: https://www.modulo.nz/

Modulo’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modulo.nz/

What is the mindset of a warrior facing an opponent ready to cause pain? Turning fear and doubts into fuel to showcase the best of his abilities, Rob Horrocks talks about the motivation behind all his hard work, the journey into becoming a double NZ Muay Thai Champion, and finding comfort in adversity. We talk about winning, losing, and the importance of good influences.

Rob is now involved with Ring Craft Promotions. https://www.instagram.com/ringcraft_promotions/

Rob’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robhorrocks/

https://www.fightscience.co.nz/

https://www.industrialfitness.co.nz/

https://www.instagram.com/fightsciencenz/ #robhorrocks

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From his living room to a multi-city company, Martin Guich talks about the growing pains and rewards of his ever growing business, Collective Consulting. From riding the wave of success to having the business on its knees by Covid, Martin talks about his drive to help people, never giving up, dusting yourself up and going forward, doing it for yourself in spite of hardship.

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There was a time when Niall was looking for inspiration, a mentor, the success story of another Queenstown Local who “Made it”. In each episode Niall has a one-on-one deep conversation with people just like that; people who work hard, follow their dreams, crafted and grafted their future.

Each episode tells a new and refreshing story with the good, the bad and the ugly. We talk about inspiration, self-belief, and dreams; success, failure and everything in between. All from South Island Legends; some born here, some made here. All calling beautiful NZ Home.

Crafting and Grafting is a podcast made to inspire you; to encourage you to go after your own dreams, to follow your passion, to live your life on your own terms; while enjoying the honest experiences shared by Teachers, Musicians, Pro-Fighters, Business Owners, Environmentalist, Pioneers, Pilots, Artists, Tradies and much more.

Welcome to Crafting and Grafting, a podcast by Niall Walsh

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Have you ever thought about quitting your job to follow a dream? Erica Hastie has done exactly that; she exchanged her safe job as a Primary School Teacher for the unknown world of music. We talk about feelings, doubts, encouragements and rewards; taking the leap of faith, Happiness and Music.

Includes bonus of Ericas Song "soggy bus" at the end