Episode Playlist
Episode 240 - THE JOY OF OWNING OUR SUPERPOWER( 0:29:30)
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We all have something that makes us unique. Whether its creativity, kindness, compassion or being a wonderful organiser, embracing what makes us special benefit both ourselves and others.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air.
Published: 10/06/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 239 -THE JOYS THAT LIE IN BETWEEN( 0:30:32)
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Maree read Martha E. Wright's article The Garden That Does Not Belong to Me and discusses how life can flourish when we don't have black n white thinking. By surrendering to life's cycles we grow.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air.
Published: 3/06/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 238 - THE JOY OF GIVING BACK ( 0:30:48)
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Following on from last week's Second Chances, Maree discusses how being a part of something bigger than ourselves and giving someone else a second chance can create more purpose, meaning and joy in our own.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air.
Published: 27/05/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 237 - THE JOY OF SECOND CHANCES ( 0:29:27)
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We can't often see what life is teaching us until much much later. That second chance at life, love or career is often a blessing in disguise but rarely seen as such. Maree losing her arm provided her with a second chance but she didn't know it at the time.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air.
Published: 20/05/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 236 - THE JOY THAT LIES BEYOND SHAME( 0:29:26)
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Overcoming a lifetime of shame is possible when we commit to rewiring our thoughts and core beliefs. Maree discusses how not over thinking, over responsibility, over giving, over loaded, and over caring can help. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air.
Published: 13/05/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 235 - THE JOY THAT COMES WITH A RESET( 0:31:52)
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Maree shares her memories of holidaying in Rarotonga and the learnings she encountered while there. The joy of resetting our perspective and creating golden egg memories.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air.
Published: 6/05/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 234 - THE JOY OF MOTHERHOOD ( 0:28:34)
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The highs and lows of being a mum and training our kids to be independant and not need us. Our reward is well adjusted kids and wonderful joyful grandchildren
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Published: 29/04/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
The Joy Jam Episode 233 - THE JOY OF FINDING YOUR TRIBE( 0:29:7)
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The people that bring out the best in us, that we share memories with and can make plans with are pure joy. Are the people in your life contributing or contaminating your energy?
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Published: 22/04/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 232 - THE JOY OF SAYING NO( 0:29:52)
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Boundaries are something people pleasers struggle with and is usually fear based. Fear of not being liked, fear of disappointing someone and fear of not being good enough. But love sometimes says NO.
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Published: 8/04/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 231 - THE JOY OF ACCEPTING OUR BODY w/ Hannah( 0:31:57)
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Maree interviews Hannah Pratt on all things body. From learning body acceptance no matter what our size is to actually having the courage to talk about it. It's then we realise fat phobia is real.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air.
Published: 1/04/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 230 - THE JOY OF FLEXIBLE PLANNING( 0:29:26)
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Are you a planner? And what happens when those well detailed plans need to change? Do you cope? How can we be flexible and embrace change?
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Published: 25/03/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 229 - THE JOY OF BEING WINTER READY( 0:31:34)
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Instead of seeing winter as a season to simply survive how can we reframe that so we can mentally, emotionally and physically thrive. Are you ready for winter?
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Published: 18/03/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 228 - THE JOY OF A GOOD OUTFIT( 0:30:4)
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We are often judged by what we wear. What do you want people to see when they look at you? Are you giving yourself permission to be you?
Published: 25/02/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
Episode 227 - THE JOY OF BEING NEURODIVERGENT( 0:29:35)
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Have you often wondered why you don't seem to fit in and having to pretend to be 'normal'? Are you creative and its easy to become obsessed to hyperfocussed on only that? Do people call you stubborn, distracting, sensitive or other labels? Have you considered it may be due to nuerodivergence.
Published: 18/02/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
The Joy Jam Episode 224 -THE JOY OF DITCHING I CAN'T( 0:29:43)
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Maree discusses breaking down those unhelpful road blocks we put up in our lives supposedly to keep us safe but they stop us from thriving. AI helps with an astounding and profound message to the world.
Published: 28/01/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
The Joy Jam Episode 223 - THE JOY OF TRANSITION w/ Lynette( 0:32:12)
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Maree interviews Lynette Butler, certified Life Coach on her business which helps people transition into retirement, a new career, travel or any other life changing transition. She talks about how our roles are often tied up with our identity but finding new purpose utilising our skills can be challenging.
Published: 21/01/2026 10:00:00 p.m.
The Joy Jam Episode 221 - WHEN CHRISTMAS ISN'T JOYOUS( 0:32:13)
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For many, Christmas isn't a wonderful time of year. Grief, family conflict, financial pressure and loneliness can make for a sad and stressful season. How do you navigate your way to feeling joy?
Published: 17/12/2025 10:00:00 p.m.