Today we hear from Sheila Mark, who shares about her ministry in Chaplaincy and her work as a wedding and funeral celebrant. Sheila speaks beautifully about the importance of relationships and the privilege of being part of people’s lives. Listen in to hear her wisdom and heartfelt reflections.

This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

Today we chat with Monique, owner of Bin Inn—an inspiring store that champions sustainable shopping. At Bin Inn, customers are encouraged to bring their own containers, helping reduce waste and save money—a true win-win! Monique shares the joys and challenges of running a business rooted in sustainability, how much she enjoys connecting with her community, and some surprise learnings along the way. Tune in to be inspired! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

Another SPECIAL EDITION episode in Ghana. Chat with Caroline about travel, global health, and seizing life’s opportunities. Her outlook is inspiring — “you don’t know unless you try” truly defines her journey. From stand-up poetry, Latin dance, and drama to research projects in Peru, Ghana, and Canada, she’s done it all. She’s traveled New Zealand, attended UN and WHO conferences worldwide, and now studies medicine while doing summer research in Ghana. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

A short and sweet episode infused with beauty and wisdom. Lydian shares her journey into Sickle Cell research—an often underfunded area of medical care that largely impacts people from countries across sub-Saharan Africa. Although Lydian is from the Netherlands, where Sickle Cell is much less common, her experiences learning from patients with roots in the Global South deeply influenced her pursuit of knowledge in this field. Lydian was a beautiful human to sit with—oozing love, connection, and warmth. I thoroughly enjoyed sharing space with her, and I know anyone listening will feel this too. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

In this episode we are joined by Pauline Donovan, Head of College at University College, one of Otago University’s residential colleges. A former Unicol student herself, Pauline has come full circle—returning after an initial career in teaching to lead the college community. In this conversation, she reflects on how student life has changed over the past few decades and offers her wisdom on making the most of College life today. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

In this episode Vedika and I chatted about the alternative school she attended in India, her inspiration for studying Ecology, and how her experience has been studying at the University of Otago. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

Vicki Crowther is a self-taught textile artist from Mosgiel whose work is shaped by patience, perseverance, and a deep connection to landscape. Her art reflects the beauty of place and the stories it holds. Generous in spirit, Vicki donates her proceeds to Lurcher SOS, a UK dog charity. Tune in to hear about her inspiration, creative process, and the values that drive her work. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

In this episode of Wondering Women, Jade is joined by her friend Sammy, a boxer from Whangārei, to discuss her passion for boxing. They delve into how Sammy's time on Waiheke Island and her ADHD have shaped her, and how her love for her children motivates her to face challenges head-on. She shares her insights on what makes a great boxer and what keeps her coming back to the gym. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

In this episode we talked about all the different things Hilary has gotten up to over her life including sailing boats, baking, and now art school! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

Tegan Walsh shares her story of getting through Post Partum Depression (PPD). It is a condition is rarely talked about but affects 1 in 7 women. Tegan feels passionate sharing her story so others will not feel alone and will know where to seek support. And Tegan is proof you can get through this! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz