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Unplugged Therapy: Nurturing Your SoulReclaiming the Self, Healing Identity After TraumaEpisode 5 of the Foundations of Trauma series brings the journey full circle — from understanding trauma’s impact on the body and relationships to rediscovering who you are beyond the pain.Stephanie explores how trauma can fracture identity, creating feelings of disconnection, shame, and loss of self. Citing research from Frontiers in Psychology and the Journal of Traumatic Stress, she explains how the brain protects us through “self-fragmentation” and how rebuilding self-compassion is key to recovery.Through faith-based reflection and gentle practice, listeners are guided to see themselves through a lens of grace rather than shame. Scripture fro...
2025-11-0409 min
The WECAN PodcastUrban Futurist and Architect Dr. Cindy Frewen Talks Design, Technology & The Future of CitiesIn today's episode of SheCan Media, Stephanie interviews Dr. Cindy Frewen, FAIA, urban futurist, architect, and educator, about design, technology, and the future of our cities. Dr. Frewen teaches Design Futures Workshop and Social Change in the graduate program in Strategic Foresight at the University of Houston and consults, writes, and speaks globally on the future of cities, design, and technology. With over 30 years of experience as a business owner specialising in sustainability, community development, and public architecture, Dr. Frewen has led major civic projects like Kansas City’s downtown civic centre and Ilus W. Davis Park. Her expertise sp...
2025-06-1935 minThe WECAN PodcastUrban Futurist and Architect Dr. Cindy Frewen Talks Design, Technology & The Future of CitiesIn today's episode of SheCan Media, Stephanie interviews Dr. Cindy Frewen, FAIA, urban futurist, architect, and educator, about design, technology, and the future of our cities. Dr. Frewen teaches Design Futures Workshop and Social Change in the graduate program in Strategic Foresight at the University of Houston and consults, writes, and speaks globally on the future of cities, design, and technology. With over 30 years of experience as a business owner specialising in sustainability, community development, and public architecture, Dr. Frewen has led major civic projects like Kansas City’s downtown civic centre and Ilus W. Davis Park. Her expertise sp...
2025-06-1935 min
The Author's TaleOwen Marshall Part 3 FinalThis is the final part of my chat with the amazing New Zealand writer Owen Marshall. Hear about his short stories being picked up for films, his fabulous novels in particular The Larnach's and Pearly Gates, and his wonderful poetry.Owen's latest book of short stories 'New Stories' - https://www.penguin.co.nz/books/new-stories-9781776950010Landmarks by Owen Marshall, Grahame Sydney and Brian Turner - https://www.penguin.co.nz/books/landmarks-9780143774228http://owenmarshall.net.nz/Grahame Sydney - https://www.grahamesydney.co.nz/...
2024-12-3153 minThe Author's TaleOwen Marshall Part 2Continuing my chat with Owen Marshall we talk about his first book of short stories "Supper Waltz Wilson", the importance of dialogue and setting, along with the value of reviews.Find out more about Owen Marshall at:http://owenmarshall.net.nz/His new book New Stories is available now: https://www.penguin.co.nz/books/new-stories-9781776950010Read Eleanor Catton's short story that Owen judged the winner of the 2007 Sunday Star Times Short Story Prize "Necropolis":https://newsroom.co.nz/2023/12/23/short-story-necropolis-by-eleanor-catton/Edition...
2024-12-2031 minThe Author's TaleOwen Marshall Part 1Part one of my chat with the completely wonderful Owen Marshall. If you've never read any New Zealand writing before I highly recommend Owen, he sets the bar extremely high. We discuss his early writing days, who influenced him and we talk "practicing your shots..."You can find out more about Owen from his website http://owenmarshall.net.nz/Owen's latest book 'New Stories' is published by Penguin. https://www.penguin.co.nz/books/new-stories-9781776950010Tunes for Bears to Dance to - memoir of Owen's life: www.bwb.co.nz...
2024-12-1033 minThe Author's TaleHeather McQuillan 4The final part of my cracking chat with Heather McQuillan. An absolute wordstar! We talk about her delightful children's book Avis and the Promise of Dragons, it's sequel Avis and the Call of the Kraken, her time spent in Dunedin as a writer in residence at the University of Otago College of Education, and I learn more about the trials and wins of publishing.Brought to you by Edition Audiobooks www.editionaudiobooks.comHeather McQuillan www.heathermcquillanwriter.comBuy a copy of her books Avis and the Promise of Dragons...
2024-03-1546 minThe Author's TaleHeather McQuillan Part 3Another fabulous part of my chat with Heather McQuillan. This is a MUST LISTEN to episode for all who love flash fiction, would like to learn how to do it, or simply those who love listening to a great author talk about how they work.We focus on her book 'Where Ocean's Meet' - full of flash fictions.Want to know more about Heather or want to purchase a copy of her books go to: www.heathermcquillanwriter.com or for Where Ocean's Meet outside in particular , outside of NZ, go to the publisher's website...
2024-03-0829 min
Chill out Offering of Full Audiobooks in Self Development, Health & WellnessĪnangahua Gold - Kathleen GallagherListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: Īnangahua GoldAuthor: Kathleen GallagherNarrator: Kathleen Gallagher, Stephanie FrewenFormat: UnabridgedLength: 4:40:04Language: EnglishRelease date: 03-04-2024Publisher: Findaway VoicesGenres: Fiction & Literature, Audio Theatre, Drama, Historical FictionSummary:This historical novel, told in two stories 20 twenty years apart, explores the relationships that unfold on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu New Zealand, in the mid-19th century, as isolated, difficult to access parts of the country are entered by E...
2024-03-044h 40The Author's TaleHeather McQuillan Part 2This is Part Two of my casual chat with the fabulous writer Heather McQuillan who's mastery of words covers writing for children, young adults, short story and flash fiction. In this episode we focus on her dystopian young adult novel 'Nest of Lies' and how to decide what's appropriate or not for a younger reader.Find out more about Heather at her website www.heathermcquillanwriter.comBrought to you by Edition Audiobooks, helping you bring your book to life - www.editionaudiobooks.comPresenter: Stephanie Frewen Hosted...
2024-03-0224 minThe Author's TaleHeather McQuillan Part 1This is the first part of my wonderful chat with Heather McQuillan, another award winning Christchurch based author. The passion she has for her readers is so apparent and her move from - as she calls it - "as teacher who writes to a writer who teaches" is true in every sense of the words.We discuss the origins of her journey as a writer and her first novel - Mind Over Matter, published in 2005 by Scholastic. Find out more about Heather at her website: https://www.heathermcquillanwriter.com
2024-02-2338 minThe Author's TaleHelen Lowe Part4This final part of my discussion with Helen Lowe reinforces my belief that the fantasy writer is a master of words and worlds. We discuss what it takes to keep on track when writing, who has influenced her and how she's going to go forward. I'd like to thank Helen for using some of her precious writing time chatting with me in a chilly meeting room of a public library on a very stormy day. It was an absolute pleasure and I'm really looking forward to the publication of her fourth book in her Wall of Night Series!
2024-02-0933 minThe Author's TaleHelen Lowe Part 3Listen in on the third part of my wonderful conversation with the fabulous fantasy writer Helen Lowe. In this episode we discuss her first novel Heir of Night which is also the first book in her Wall of Night Series. We discuss the importance of names - people and place - and the fun that a writer can have with language and how you never know where your characters will take you. Other writers mentioned in this episode are: Patricia McKillip - (The Riddle Master of He'd 1976); Kate De Goldi; Bernadette Hall (Angel Fish)
2024-02-0227 minThe Author's TaleHelen Lowe - Part 2We hear the second part of fantasy writer Helen Lowe's tale. Moving on from her poetry we discuss her first novel Thornspell, the difficulties of being published, and just what a difference it can make having an agent who sees your potential and gets you in front of the right people.Find out more about Helen Lowe at www.helenlowe.infoReading of Thornspell by Elliott GreyKindly brought to you by Edition Audiobooks, working with you to bring your book to life. www.editionaudiobooks.com
2024-01-2636 minThe Author's TaleHelen Lowe - Part 1We start Season Two talking to an amazing fantasy writer - Helen Lowe. In this episode we talk mythology, and poetry, Helen reads for us her poems From the Hill, The Wayfarer and The Sparrows which was read by a past Prime Minister of New Zealand, Dame Jacinda Adern at a memorial for victims of the Christchurch Earthquake. You can find out more about Helen at her website: www.helenlowe.infoThe Authors Tale is brought to you by Edition Audiobooks - working with authors and publishers to bring their books to life. Editionaudiobooks...
2024-01-1942 minThe Author's TaleBonus Episode - Interview with Philip Temple done by the NZSAWhile I'm preparing for season 2 in 2023 I thought I'd share with you an interview done by the New Zealand Society of Authors with NZ based author Philip Temple. You can also listen to other interviews with authors done many years ago at the NZSA website - authors.org.nzIf you wish to contact me, with comments, author suggestions or if you'd like to become a sponsor of the show, you can email me at theauthorstale.nz@yahoo.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-0944 minThe Author's TaleBonus Episode - Heritage Book Award Winners David Hill and Jenny PattrickThe New Zealand Heritage Book Awards were held at the St Michael and All Angel's Church in Christchurch on the 20th October 2022. In this episode I chat with the winners of the Best Children's Book, David Hill, and the Best Fiction Jenny Pattrick, about their winning books.David Hill - CoastwatchersJenny Pattrick - HarbouringYou can listen to the full ceremony at https://plainsfm.org.nz/Programmes/Details.aspx?PID=348e5cb9-95e8-4c59-b5e6-0eb8bfef29a36d5033296c19 or at the New Zealand Society of...
2022-12-0948 minThe Author's TaleBonus Episode - Heritage Book Award Winners Janet Newman and Nic LowThe New Zealand Heritage Book Awards were held at the St Michael and All Angel's Church in Christchurch on the 20th October 2022. In this episode I chat with the winners of the Best Poetry Book, Janet Newman, and the Wily Publications Award Winner, Nic Low, about their winning books.Janet Newman - Unseasoned CampaignerNic Low - UprisingYou can listen to the full ceremony at https://plainsfm.org.nz/Programmes/Details.aspx?PID=348e5cb9-95e8-4c59-b5e6-0eb8bfef29a36d5033296c19 or at the New...
2022-12-0952 minThe Author's TaleBonus Episode James Norcliffe - ReadingsWe take the chance to hear readings from his collection of poetry "Shadowplay"; his children's book "Mallory Mallory Trick or Treat"; an audience favourite 'The True Story of Soap' from Letters to Dr Dee; and a repeat airing of a reading from his YA novel The Assassin of Gleam.Special thanks to the following publishers:Proverse Hong Kong for providing the audio of 'At Fossil Gorge' and 'Hamlet Nurses his Beer' from his book Shadowplay.Otago University Press for permission to air 'The True Story of Soap'Penguin Random House...
2022-10-0425 minThe Author's TaleBonus Episode - Gavin Bishop - readings from two booksA bonus episode presenting readings from two of Gavin Bishop's books, that hold a very special place in his heart. The first is from Teddy One Eye - The Autobiography of a Teddy Bear which is part of Gavin's own autobiography; the second is Katarina which tells this true story of his great aunt when she was a young woman travelling from her Maori whanau in the Waikato to live with her husband a Scotsman in the far south of New Zealand.Special thanks to Penguin Random House the publisher's of both books for permission to...
2022-09-2627 min
NZ Society of AuthorsNew Zealand Society of Authors introduces 'The Author's Tale'It’s been a while since our last New Zealand Society of Authors Oral History podcast episode, so we thought you’d enjoy being introduced to 'The Author’s Tale'. This great podcast is presented and produced by NZSA member, Stephanie Frewen, and features casual conversations with prominent and influential New Zealand authors.
2022-09-2127 minThe Author's TaleJames Norcliffe Part 5 - FinalI conclude my discussion with James. We talk about the marketing of 'The Frog Prince', and he offers words of wisdom for the new poet and writer trying to get a break in the New Zealand Market. We also have a reading of his poem 'Five travellers in a small Ford' from his collection of poetry 'Deadpan' published by Otago University Press.'Five travellers in a small Ford' is read by Drew Noble.You can find out more about James and his work at jamesnorcliffe.com Hosted on Acast. See...
2022-09-0723 minThe Author's TaleJames Norcliffe Part 4I continue my chat with award winning poet and novelist James Norcliffe. We discuss his fabulous fantasy novel for children 'The Loblolly Boy'; the story behind his latest adult novel 'The Frog Prince'; his residency at Randell Cottage; and the pitfalls of multi-publisher agreements.You can find out more about James and his work at jamesnorcliffe.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-0125 minThe Author's TaleJames Norcliffe Part 3I continue my entertaining discussion with award winning poet and novelist James Norcliffe. For anyone wanting to gain an insight into how to write poetry, or simply to play with words and create a story, James is one to listen to. We touch on his witty and touching poems about everyday life, and then we move on to his novels, in particular fantasy and the award winning The Assassin of Gleam.You can find out more about James at his webpage: jamesnorcliffe.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-2425 minThe Author's TaleJames Norcliffe Part 2In this episode we discover who influenced the young James to become 'The Poet', where he learnt his craft, how taking his family to China impacted him and the way he views the world.Find out more about James at jamesnorcliffe.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-1730 minThe Author's TaleJames Norcliffe Part 1James Norcliffe is a multi-award winning poet and novelist who lives on Banks Peninsula, Christchurch, New Zealand. His dry sense of humour and complete honesty about himself and the world makes for wonderful retelling of tales from his life. In this episode we hear about his early childhood and first attempts at writing. You can find out more about James at jamesnorcliffe.comCanterbury Poets Collective https://www.facebook.com/cantypoet/School for Young Writers https://www.schoolforyoungwriters.org Hosted on Acast. See acast...
2022-08-1026 minThe Author's TaleGavin Bishop Part 6 - FinalIn this episode we conclude our chat about Gavin's very clever picture book The House that Jack Built ,which deals withthe complexities of British Colonisation in New Zealand. We then move on to his new project on the New Zealand Wars; his wonderful autobiographical novel Teddy One-Eye; and we laugh about the difficulties of dealilng with Hollywood, script writing and agents.You can find out more about Gavin at gavinbishop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-0330 minThe Author's TaleGavin Bishop Part 5Having discovered his family heritage links him to prominent Maori women we discuss their interesting involvement in The New Zealand Wars, and their strong connections to the Anglican Church in New Zealand at the time. We also hear about his hopes and disappointments of working with agents, the reprint of his book 'The House that Jack Built' which includes an inspired dust jacket - a must see for all! - and what Gavin now thinks is the most important thing to him when he writes his stories.You can see an amazing photo of...
2022-07-2729 minThe Author's TaleGavin Bishop Part 4Continuing my discussion with award winning children's book author and illustrator Gavin Bishop as we follow the hard work behind Mrs McGinty and the Bizarre Plant. Gavin also takes us on a journey of discovery as he unearths the story behind his Maori heritage and the fabulous family members he discovered.You can find out more about Gavin at his website gavinbishop.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-2027 minThe Author's TaleGavin Bishop Part 3If you haven't listened to parts 1 and 2 of Gavin's tale, and you're an author/illustrator or would like to be - I recommend you listen to those first.In this episode we pick up where we left off last time and hear about how a simple question can change your life. We also hear the story of how difficult it was for Gavin to get his first book published, how determination and looking beyond the square and the faith of his first publisher at Oxford University Press was what got him on the shelves. We talk...
2022-07-1330 minThe Author's TaleGavin Bishop Part 2In this episode we hear about Gavin's time as a high school student in Invercargill and later as a student of fine arts at the Unversity of Canterbury. He talks about being taught by some renowned artists including Trevor Moffitt, Rudolph Gopas, Bill (William) Sutton and Russell Clark, and their enduring influence on his work still today. For the up and coming artist or writer he provides wonderful insights and hints and tips for success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-0630 minThe Author's TaleGavin Bishop Part 1In this first part of New Zealand children's book illustrator and author Gavin Bishop's tale, we hear about his early childhood in Kingston and how he was inspired by the landscapes of a visiting sign-writer. Gavin reads from his autobiography 'Piano Rock', and shares some culinary tales. Go to Gavin's website, gavinbishop.com for more information about his work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-06-2926 minThe Author's TaleKathleen Gallagher Part 4 - finalContinuing my casual chat with Christchurch author Kathleen Gallagher at her home tucked under the Cashmere Hill.In this our final episode Kathleen's tale, she reads for us her poem 'Silencing the Hikoi 1998' and her four poems of a war time love story, 'Italy'.Also we have another reading from her novel Inangahua Gold, read by Zara Ballara.Her latest film Rohe Koreporepo is having a screening at Lumiere Cinema Christchurch on Sunday July 17 at 4pm.Tickets can be purchased at: https://lumierecinemas.co.nz/movie/rohe-kreporepo--the-swamp-the-sacred-place
2022-06-2225 minThe Author's TaleKathleen Gallagher Part 3Continuing my casual chat with Christchurch based author Kathleen Gallagher in her home tucked under the Cashmere Hill. In parts 1 and 2 of the Author's Tale we chatted with Kathleen about her plays and films, here in part 3 we talk about her connection to the mountains and how her knowledge of her own history and heritage all come together in her latest novel Inangahua Gold. Readings from Inangahua Gold are done by Zara Ballara and Drew Noble.You can find out more about Kathleen's work and obtain copies of her books, plays and films from...
2022-06-1527 minThe Author's TaleKathleen Gallagher Part 2In our first episode we heard about Kathleen's childhood, ancestry and experience in play writing and working in theatre, and I highly recommend you listen to episode one first to give you the background of how Kathleen works.In this episode we talk about Kathleen's films, radio plays and her connection to the land. We hear snippets from her film Tau Te Mauri, Breath of Peace - it was Kathleen's work on this film that earned her the Sonja Davies Peace Award in 2004, and we also hear from the film Earth Whisperer's, shot by acclaimed cameramen...
2022-06-0825 minThe Author's TaleKathleen Gallagher Part 1A series of casual conversations with prominent New Zealand Authors. In this episode I chat with Kathleen Gallagher - author of 3 collections of poetry, 17 plays, 2 novels and 9 feature films - in her home tucked into Cashmere Hill in Christchurch. We focus on her early ground-breaking play Mothertongue, how important her family heritage is to her, and how she is 'obedient' to her inner voice telling her to write.For more details on Kathleen's work and to purchase copies of her books, plays and poetry, or to stream her films, go to: https://www.wickcandle...
2022-06-0130 min
The FuturistKris Ostergaard On The Ian Khan ShowKris Ostergaard is a researcher, author and globally sought after keynote speaker on innovation, corporate culture and the impact of technological change. He is co-founder and Chief Learning & Innovation Officer of SingularityU Nordic, the Nordic entity of Silicon Valley based educational institution, Singularity University.Besides being the author of Transforming Legacy Organizations, Kris also co-authored The Fundamental 4s - Designing Extraordinary Customer Experiences in an Exponential World. He has co-founded the experience design firm DARE2, accelerator program Thinkubator and co-working space DARE2mansion. Kris is also a board member, angel investor and advisor to both startups and...
2021-06-1421 min
The Ian Khan ShowCat Tully, Founder School Of International Futures, With Futurist Ian KhanAll content provided by Ian Khan Ian Khan, National Bestselling Author, Futurist, Keynote SpeakerCat Tully, Founder School of International Futures, with Futurist Ian Khan
In this episode, i speak with Cat Tully, an accomplished Futurist and Educator.
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Cat Tully is the founder of SOIF, the School of International Futures. Cat has extensive experience as a practitioner, helping governments, civil society and businesses to be more strategic, more effective, and better prepared for the future. She is motivated by a focus on social justice and the importance of multi-stakeholder approaches to the...
2021-02-1021 minThe Ian Khan ShowHannes Sapiens – Biohacker – In Conversation With Futurist Ian KhanAll content provided by Ian Khan Ian Khan, National Bestselling Author, Futurist, Keynote SpeakerHannes Sapiens – Biohacker – In Conversation with Futurist Ian Khan
In this episode, i speak with globally recognized Futurist Hannes Sapiens, also a co-contributor to the recent book “After Shock”.
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Hannes Sapiens Sjoblad is an internationally recognised thought leader, media commentator and professional advisor on biohacking, human augmentation and the impact of exponential technologies on the human condition.
As a campaigner and activist he works to democratize public access to and understanding of new, powerful technologies in the fiel...
2021-02-1021 minThe Ian Khan ShowKris Ostergaard On The Ian Khan ShowAll content provided by Ian Khan Ian Khan, National Bestselling Author, Futurist, Keynote SpeakerBestselling Author Kris Ostergaard on the Ian Khan Show
Kris Ostergaard is a researcher, author and globally sought after keynote speaker on innovation, corporate culture and the impact of technological change. He is co-founder and Chief Learning & Innovation Officer of SingularityU Nordic, the Nordic entity of Silicon Valley based educational institution, Singularity University.
Besides being the author of Transforming Legacy Organizations, Kris also co-authored The Fundamental 4s – Designing Extraordinary Customer Experiences in an Exponential World. He has co-founded the experience design fi...
2021-02-1021 minThe Ian Khan ShowDaniele Levine, Top Innovation Trends Speaker In Conversation With Futurist Ian KhanAll content provided by Ian Khan Ian Khan, National Bestselling Author, Futurist, Keynote SpeakerDaniele Levine, Top Innovation Trends Speaker in conversation with Futurist Ian Khan
In this episode i speak with globally recognized Futurist Daniel Levine, also a co-contributor to the recent book “After Shock”.
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Daniel Levine is a trusted consultant to major companies and brands worldwide. He is regularly featured in newspapers and magazines and is often on television and radio including CNN, NBC and others.
Mr. Levine is the director of the Avant-Guide Institute and the global edit...
2021-02-1022 minThe Ian Khan ShowPatricia Lustig , Ceo Of Lasa Insights, Bestselling Author In Conversation With Futurist Ian KhanAll content provided by Ian Khan Ian Khan, National Bestselling Author, Futurist, Keynote SpeakerPatricia Lustig , CEO of LASA Insights, Bestselling Author in conversation with Futurist Ian Khan
In this episode, I speak with Patricia Lustig, a globally recognised Futurist and CEO of LASA Insights. She is also a co-contributor to the recent book “After Shock”.
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Patricia Lustig is the Chief Executive of LASA Insight Ltd. Specialist in Strategy and Foresight, Change Design and Community Engagement, she has over 30 years of experience in the corporate, not-for-profit and public sectors from Board Level to t...
2021-02-1022 min