Best Nerd Plate Podcasts (2024)

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76. 4-Dimensional Creatures & The Roman Empire w/ Dayvid from Down The Rabbit Hole 1:05:31

1h ago1:05:31

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In this episode I'm joined by Dayvid, the second half of the Won Nothing podcast as well as a rising star in the paranormal community via his page Down The Rabbit Hole on Instagram! Initially I brought Dayvid on the pod to do a Tiny Joys episode but we just got chatting and next thing I knew it had been an hour and we had been getting DEEP on some …

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Emotional Intelligence and Self-Worth: A Deep Dive into Emotional Healing 54:43

2h ago54:43

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Welcome back to The Excitable Soul Podcast! In this episode, I sat down with the mega Scott Allender, our first North American guest, to dive deep into the realms of emotional healing, self-awareness, and purpose. Scott shares his poignant journey of navigating overwhelming emotions and the pivotal moments that led him to seek guidance and support.…

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75. Lizards and fishies and sunsets, oh my! Amanda Goodwin's Tiny Joys 46:14

3h ago46:14

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In this episode I'm joined by The Duchess of Death - Amanda Goodwin, 1/2 of the Won Nothing Podcast who were kind enough to host me a couple of months ago, so now it's my turn to repay the favour! Amanda's Tiny Joys Little fish in pools of water that collect during rainy season Neighbour's bird calls during the day Baby lizards that find their way …

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Getting Phil-hoss-ophical with Big Socra-tays & Big Plate-o | Hoss Town Podcast Ep. 4 53:38

6h ago53:38

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In this episode, the fellas Big Socra-tays and Big Plate-o wax lyrical on Matt's first Funday Laughs gig, Standard Hoss Behaviour, eating McDonald's, Hosses in Politics, William Taft literally changing the health exam for presidents, which NZ politicians we could beat in a fight, Trump's assassination attempt, and the Tenacious D fallout afterwards…

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74. Harsh Lessons, 69.69 & The Horror That Is Toy Story - Seán Tinker's Tiny Joys 40:47

5h ago40:47

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Seán Tinker is BACK and he brings us through his Tiny Joys. If you haven't, go back and listen to his previous episode about how to make it as a musician. Seán Tinker's Tiny Joys Harsh Lessons Misheard/misunderstood lyrics Reoccurring numbers Overanalysing films Follow Seán on Insta HERE Fill out the Ruddle Me This! Survey HERE…

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Redefining Identity: Embracing Change and Finding Purpose Beyond the Uniform 52:28

3d ago52:28

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Today, we have an exceptional guest with us – Jinty Morgan. Jinty served in the British Army for an impressive 25 years and now dedicates her time to working with a charity that supports service leavers. Her story is one of resilience, immense strength, and the profound impact of honest, loving relationships. In our conversation, Jinty takes us on …

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73. Quizzes, Comedy & Tiny Joys w/ Alan McElroy 1:11:16

20d ago1:11:16

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In this episode I'm joined by Alan McElroy, Irish born comedian currently residing in Auckland, New Zealand. He runs the incredibly popular Crack Up Quiz Nights, Crack Up Comedy Nights, Booze & Craic Comedy Nights and does a whole lot more I'm sure! I'd been wanting to pick Alan's brain forever so this was an awesome opportunity to me and I'm very …

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Ramblin' About The Lazarus Project 33:03

19d ago33:03

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I watched this show called The Lazarus Project and wanted to ramble about it!By TapeDeck Media

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72. How To Make It As A Musician w/ Seán Tinker 42:30

29d ago42:30

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In this episode I'm joined by a good friend Seán Tinker who's recently made the jump to being a full time entertainer like myself. I had so many questions for Seán about how he makes a living, how he got started, what was his breaking point to quitting the day job, etc. so it was awesome to be able to sit down with him and pick his brain. It's a gr…

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Inner Voice and Life's Meaning: A journey of Rediscovery, Healing, and Meaningful Impact 1:00:28

1M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

Welcome back to another episode of The Excitable Soul Podcast. Today, we’re diving deep into the concept of purpose with our extraordinary guest, Simon Lamb. Simon is known for his immense ability to help individuals and teams make sense of their stories and spark impactful change through his organisation, Purposeful Change. In this reflective and …

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71. Singing, Smutty Books & Smashing People At MarioKart - Liv McKenzie's Tiny Joys 53:56

1M ago53:56

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In this episode I'm joined by Liv McKenzie, one of the new generation of comics in NZ well on her way to becoming a massive star. Easily my biggest comedic guest on the pod so far, so it's a very exciting day for me! We had a chat about what Liv has been up to post-comedy-fest, why it's important to keep yourself grounded as an entertainer and then…

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Mt. Hossmore & More | Hoss Town Podcast Ep. 3 1:05:15

1M ago1:05:15

1:05:15

Watch the FULL episode WITH VIDEO for FREE on YouTube HERE! In this episode the dons of Hoss Town put together their personal list of Mt Hossmore, 4 of the greatest hosses who represent the hossest of the hoss. Taylor’s List Jack Black Andy Ruiz John Pinette Samoa Joe Matt’s List Andre the giant John Goodman Shaq - Charles Barkley Hagrid Honourable…

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70. All My Covid Jokes Comedy Special Commentary 50:31

1M ago50:31

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Fill out the survey about the show HERE! Episode 70 already, blimey! If there was a comedy guild award for milking my previous content until it was long dry, I'd be the undisputed winner many years running. I watched the movie Contagion a couple of weeks ago and it got me thinking about the pandemic again and I'd always wanted to do a comedy specia…

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20 They Can't All Be Winners 14:45

25d ago14:45

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Welcome to Aardvark Avarice, a podcast of Nerd Humor and Geek Comedy. It's true they can't all be winners. Dame Judi Dench and Sir Ian McKellen have won ever award under the sun, Idris Alba is liquid awesome, and Taylor Swift is - well, Taylor Swift. Yet, they all appeared in the movie Cats. Yeesh. My own crap show was a play called Sticky Buns. Do…

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A Path to Self-Acceptance and Balance: The power of Self-Love and Healthy Choices 48:51

2M ago48:51

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Today we're joined by the incredible Yasmin Neves, a coach and speaker whose journey of self-discovery and personal growth is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, Yasmin opens up about her transformative path since being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2018, discussing the lifestyle changes she made, from quitting a successful corporat…

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69. Done Is Better Than Perfect w/ Anto Martin 39:15

2M ago39:15

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Fill out the survey about the show HERE! In this episode I'm joined by my good friend Anto Martin and we discuss the concept of "Done Is Better Than Perfect", a philosophy I've been working very hard to live by lately rather than getting bogged down in perfection and then projects never getting finished. Anto's someone I greatly respect who has ach…

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19 Aliens Among Us (Part 2) 22:47

27d ago22:47

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This is part two and the conclusion of "Aliens Among Us". Will Tamara escape the unrelenting advances of Dan the finance man or will her alien capturer keep her imprisoned until she gives in to its demands - one box of chocolate covered peanuts. Sometimes, aliens just suck. Enjoy!By Ryan Robbins

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68. Reality TV w/ Comedian Brodie Hunter 39:11

2M ago39:11

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Fill out the survey about the show HERE! This week I'm joined by stand up comedian, fledgling journalist and just all around lovely guy, Brodie Hunter! We have a chat about his studies as a journalist and then move onto talking about Reality TV, we chat about the early days of MTV's reality tv programs, keeping up with the kardashians, jersey shore…

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18 Aliens Among Us (Part 1) 27:32

1M ago27:32

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On a sunny day in Central Park smarmy finance guy Dan attempts to chat up the attractive Tamara, but she's not making it easy. Neither is her little secret. It's alien related if you couldn't tell from the title. Aardvark Avarice presents the fiction story "Aliens Among Us". This is part one of a two-part series. Enjoy.…

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Finding Compassion and Joy in the Chaos: Embracing Life’s Little Moments 1:02:30

2M ago1:02:30

1:02:30

Welcome back to The Excitable Soul Podcast, where we journey through the heart and soul of purpose and connection. In today's episode, we're diving into a profoundly enriching conversation with Sammy Burt—an influential purpose practitioner, founder of two organisational performance consultancies, and a trustee of a modern slavery charity. Sammy an…

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67. Anna From Paint & Sip's Tiny Joys 48:02

2M ago48:02

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This week I'm joined by Anna of Paint & Sip, a lovely wee art studio in Christchurch's Arts Center where you can come along and join in on fun and social painting classes where you can also have a bevvy or two. Anna has been a joy to chat with on the couple of occasions I've been into her studio so I feel very lucky she gave up some of her very bus…

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Beef, Venison & Male Delusion | Hoss Town Podcast Ep. 2 52:25

2M ago52:25

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Watch the FULL episode WITH VIDEO for FREE on YouTube HERE! Content Warning: The fellas discuss the Drake/Kendrick beef which alludes to some alleged misconduct, as well as Baby Reindeer which deals with some really heavy subject matter, as well as a bit towards the end about terrorism which contains death, mayhem and self harm references. Jesus, w…

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66. People Watching, Bevvies & Unhinged Facebook Posts - Charn Williams' Tiny Joys 1:00:01

2M ago1:00:01

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Charn Williams is back with a vengeance and we talk about her Tiny Joys, it's another fun filled frolic through topics such as oodies, when is it people watching vs perving, how many beverages can one person have on the go at once, and why I suspect Charn is secretly a cat masquerading as a human. Charn Williams's Tiny Joys: my oodies People watchi…

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The Art of Self-Creation: Crafting a Life of Meaning 1:09:30

3M ago1:09:30

1:09:30

Excited to share another transformative episode from "The Excitable Soul Podcast" featuring the incredible Pierre Verstraeten! In this conversation, we delve deep into the themes of purpose, self-creation, and the power of intentional choices. In a world perpetually in motion, finding a true calling can often appear daunting. Pierre, through his pe…

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65. Fringes, Nuggies & Schadenfreude - Ocean Denham's 5 Tiny Joys 49:34

3M ago49:34

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This week I'm joined by Auckland based stand up comedian Ocean Denham and she brought 5 tiny joys to the show. We ended up getting into some great tangents about entertaining children, being labeled the "picky" eater as a kid, and why whenever you have a fringe, it's a sign that things aren't going well. (I currently have a fringe) Ocean has a show…

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17 The Post-Game Show 12:37

3M ago12:37

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Welcome to Aardvark Avarice, a podcast of Nerd Humor and Geek Comedy. The following is a sketch comedy presentation of a North American Football League post-game show. On field reporter Tugger Macdonald interviews players from the winning team, the Gridiron Goons. Enjoy! 1:35 - Connor "Hondo" Tate 7:05 - Dade Kimble 9:43 - Busby Fienes…

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64. Donating A Kidney w/ Charn Williams 53:03

3M ago53:03

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This week I'm joined by my good friend and comedic colleague, Charn Williams where she talks us through the process of what it was like to donate a kidney here in NZ. Charn has a great memory for the details and took me through every step of the process with heaps of laughs along the way. If you'd like to learn more information about the Kidney exc…

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16 The Clooney 18:19

3M ago18:19

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Welcome to Aardvark Avarice, a podcast of Nerd Humor and Geek Comedy. I just want to say that the mall is where men’s hairstyles go to die. Over a decade ago I made the mistake of getting a haircut at the mall and I've suffered the trauma ever since. Only now do I feel comfortable telling my story. My hope is that others can learn from my experienc…

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Savouring Simplicity: From Michelin Stars to Family Ties, Purpose Beyond the Plate 56:42

3M ago56:42

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This week on The Excitable Soul Podcast we hear about the journey of Mike Jennings, an esteemed Michelin-trained chef turned hospitality consultant, and owner of Hospitality Hut. Mike shares the profound shifts in his life, from the whirlwind of professional kitchens to the comfort and warmth of family life. Key takeaways from our conversation with…

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63. What it's been like working as a full time comedian for a year 59:56

3M ago59:56

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It's just over a week since a year to the day I left my previous job to work as a comedian full time. It's been a year of ups and downs and I've learnt a lot, most of which I tried to document in this episode of the podcasts. The questions I covered: Did I make any money this year? How much of my runway have I used? How has my lifestyle changed? Ho…

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15 A Recommendation from Chewbacca 11:06

3M ago11:06

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In this podcast I present letters of recommendation from an ROTC Seargeant, Bill Gates, and the big fuzzball himself, Chewbacca. With corresponding voices, of course. Yes, somewhere in the great slush pile ether, these letters accompanied very fictional resumes and cover letters I wrote to apply for very real jobs. Taxidermist. Pallbearer. CIA Agen…

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62. Portable Buffets, Knee Injuries & Ultra Running w/ Comedian Chris Ingham 41:25

3M ago41:25

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Stoked to be finally sitting down with Chris Ingham, a comedian from the Manawatū region of NZ and chatting about Ultra Marathon Running. I have an aunt and uncle who are into this so it was great to chat with someone about it. Don't think I'll be partaking in it any time soon, although I've been training to try and hit the city 2 surf 6km run next…

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Can We Beat Our Dads In A Fight? | Hoss Town Podcast Ep. 1 46:24

3M ago46:24

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Watch the FULL episode WITH VIDEO for FREE on YouTube HERE! HossTown is a monthly podcast by two big boys respectfully making some noise, stand up comedians Taylor Ruddle & Matt Lilley. The aforementioned Mayors of HossTown take a lighthearted look at masculinity in modern times - it's a journey of trying to find a balance between being Cavemen and…

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14 Garbage Plate #3 16:56

3M ago16:56

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If you’ve listened before you know I like to do an occasional episode I call a garbage plate, where I throw together all the ideas that couldn’t fill out a whole episode on their own. This is garbage plate #3 where I discuss things like sneezes, Batman, Val Kilmer, Val Kilmer as Batman, motorboating (the naughty kind), Yo Mama, and my personal Mapl…

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Rising Above: the Courage to Rethink Your Life Path 47:37

3M ago47:37

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This episode brings you the incredible and inspiring story of Rob Hosking, a TEDx motivational speaker and former police officer with a profound narrative that is bound to leave a lasting impact on all of us. In today's conversation, Rob delves deep into his past, starting with a pivotal moment at age 11 that would set the tone for his life's traje…

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61. Duolingo, True Crime & Dungeons & Dragons - Sam Jones's 10 Tiny Joys 1:13:31

4M ago1:13:31

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This week I'm Joined by Sam Jones, a local stand up comedian who I've known for many years and it's great to be able to finally collab with her! She brings to the show her 10 tiny joys. Sam's 10 Tiny Joys My rose leather jacket Dungeons and Dragons Coffee/tea Sable the Cat Drawing Pokémon True Crime podcasts Duolingo Teaching English Comedy My part…

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60. Gerard Dougherty's 5 Tiny Joys 1:03:10

4M ago1:03:10

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This week I'm joined by one of my best pals in comedy, Dunedin's own Gerard Dougherty, the master of the Turkish Getup and collectively we are known as the hack-street boys! Gerard brought with him 5 tiny joys and I think going forward for the most part, we'll be running with 5 from now on, to allow for more time spent on each joy. Gerard's 5 Tiny …

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13 Nondescript White Van 9:44

4M ago9:44

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I saw a nondescript white van sitting in front of my office building. Nothing ever good stepped out of a nondescript white van, and nothing ever safe and wholesome happened in a nondescript white van.By Ryan Robbins

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A Journey of Self-Discovery and Career Courage: Finding Meaning in Work and Life 41:58

4M ago41:58

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In this week's episode I sit down with the remarkable Sarah Broadhead, an occupational psychologist and author whose life's work revolves around facilitating personal growth and understanding. Sarah takes us on a journey through her influences, from her beloved English teacher to her spirited grandmother. Discover how her deep empathy and passion f…

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59. Molly Force's 10 Tiny Joys 1:03:09

4M ago1:03:09

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In this episode I'm joined by Dunedin stand up comedian Molly Force! I've been a big fan of her work for a couple of years now so I was stoked to be able to get her on the pod and we found out how we share a shocking amount of interests! Molly Force's 10 Tiny Joys: Winning fake arguments in the car Room temperature fruit A visit from a lady bug Hea…

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58. 90's Anime Nostalgia 52:19

4M ago52:19

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In this episode, I ramble about my nostalgia for the way I used to watch anime back in the 90s during my childhood, and then in the wake of Akira Toriyama's passing I talk about my memories of DragonBall and why it was a meaningful series to me. This one ended up being a lot longer than I expected, and there's still so much more I'd love to cover, …

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Authentic Success: Embracing Intrinsic Values 1:10:12

4M ago1:10:12

1:10:12

Episode 15 of The Excitable Soul Podcast, where we explore the profound journey of self-discovery and the quest for true fulfilment with our guest, Arjun Sahdev. Arjun shares his insights on redefining success, embracing intrinsic values, and cultivating a purpose-led life. During the conversation, he delves into his journey of confronting perfecti…

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57. Tom Lucas's 10 Tiny Joys 1:06:54

4M ago1:06:54

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This week I'm joined by Tom Lucas, an NZ based comedian from the UK and we went through his 10 tiny joys. Tom is moving back up north to hopefully launch some cool projects in the near future so make sure you follow him on Facebook and Instagram to keep in the know, or basically on any platform @TomLucasComedy. Tom Lucas's 10 Tiny Joys Getting unde…

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56 Pia from Plains FM's 10 Tiny Joys 1:12:57

5M ago1:12:57

1:12:57

This time I'm joined by Pia from Plains FM. Plains FM have been so welcoming to me that I wanted to give back in some way by having a chat with Pia about her 10 Tiny Joys and also getting her to talk about what they do at Plains FM. If you wanna check them out, tune into 96.9 in Christchurch, or visit them Online, on Facebook or Instagram! Pia's 10…

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Purpose Beyond Status: Finding Meaningful Living and Fulfilment 53:42

5M ago53:42

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In this latest podcast episode, I engage in a thought-provoking conversation with guest Gary Steeples, diving deep into the emotive elements and humility that define our purpose and impact on the world. Listen in as Gary Steeples shares his mission to create joy and make a meaningful impact, drawing from his personal experiences and a desire to see…

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55. Eurovision w/ Dec McHale 53:27

5M ago53:27

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This time I'm joined by Dec McHale, Stand Up, Improv Comic, Actor & icon from Auckland and he joins me on the show to talk about the behemoth music event that is Eurovision! I learnt a lot about the history of the event, how geopolitics influences the event depending on what's happening in Europe and then we talk about why Eurovision is meaningful …

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I Recorded An Audiobook! (Bonus Content) 52:37

5M ago52:37

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I recorded an Audiobook for Plains FM here in Christchurch and it's finally begun releasing! I recorded Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. They have graciously allowed me to play chapters 1 & 2 here on my podcast but you'll have to tune in to hear the rest! You can listen to it if you tune into 96.9 every Saturday at 9:30am or visit this li…

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54. The Genius of Phantom Planet w/ Steve King 1:01:05

5M ago1:01:05

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In this episode I'm joined by my good friend Steve King and what begins as a bit of a moan-fest about how hard it is to advertise comedy shows in this day and age turns into quite an insightful chat when Steve brings up the way the band Phantom Planet (remember The OC's theme?) use their patreon page to engage with their community. This part of the…

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The Unpredictability of Purpose: Finding Meaning in Contribution 49:24

5M ago49:24

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Welcome to The Excitable Soul Podcast, where we delve into the stories and experiences that shape our sense of purpose. In today's episode, I sit down with guest Kurt Lindley, a man whose journey through life has been marked by profound moments of self-discovery and personal growth. Kurt shares his struggles with mental health, the significance of …

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53. Matt Lilley's 10 Tiny Joys 56:59

5M ago56:59

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In this episode I'm joined by 2 great friends of mine, Georgia West Cahill and Matt Lilley where LIVE in front of an audience 8 members strong at Little Andromeda (2 left in the break), we went through their list of 10 tiny joys. This episode is Matt's list of 10 tiny joys. Matt Lilley’s 10 tiny joys A good sunset Coming up with a new joke Kane Wil…

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