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S.O.A.R. with Jack-09-10-2024( 0:13:8)
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This week on SOAR, Jack interviews Kelvin, who has been blind since birth. Kelvin shares his love for getting out and about, along with his passion for beadwork. He also talks about his time working at Southland Disability Enterprises, now known as Recycle South. A big thank you to Kelvin and Jason for joining SOAR this morning and for all the amazing work they do in Waihopai Invercargill!
Published: 9/10/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-02-10-2024( 0:14:25)
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This week on SOAR, Jack interviews Mary Anne, the Regional Coordinator at Parent to Parent Southland. Mary Anne shares insights into the organization’s important work across New Zealand, supporting families with unique stories. Covering Southland, Dunedin, Central Otago, Queenstown, and Te Anau, Mary Anne’s role is vital. A big thanks to Mary Anne for joining SOAR and for her amazing work! Tune in live every Wednesday at 12:10 PM.
Published: 2/10/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-11-09-2024( 0:14:32)
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This week on SOAR, Tracey, a Hearing Therapist at Your Way Kia Roha, discusses the organisation's community services across Aotearoa New Zealand. Formerly known as Access Ability until late 2022, Your Way Kia Roha began as Disabled Living Centre in 1979. Tune in to learn about their impactful work and name change.
Published: 11/09/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-04-09-2024( 0:15:55)
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This week on SOAR, Jody, an Employment Coordinator at the Ministry of Social Development with vision impairment, shares insights into her role at Work and Income and her experiences playing blind cricket. Tune in to learn about Jody’s unique perspective and her contributions both professionally and in sports.
Published: 4/09/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-28-08-2024( 0:12:48)
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This week on SOAR, Vanessa, the Project Coordinator at the Ministry of Social Development, discusses her role and the history of Work and Income. Learn about the department’s name change in 1998 and its 122 service centers across New Zealand. Tune in to explore Vanessa’s insights and the vital services offered by Work and Income.
Published: 28/08/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-21-08-2024( 0:8:57)
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This week on SOAR, Zara, a Whānau Ora Navigator at Koha Kai, joins the show. Discover how Koha Kai, founded in 2014, supports the Invercargill community with lunch services for kids, event catering, and the Teina Program. Tune in to hear Zara's inspiring story and the impactful work of Koha Kai.
Published: 21/08/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-14-08-2024( 0:14:46)
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On this episode of SOAR, Jack interviewed Nicole, a Service Coordinator at CCS, and Tony, the Transition Coordinator at CCS who handles various responsibilities!
Published: 14/08/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-17-07-2024( 0:14:46)
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On this episode of SOAR Jack chats with Te Arai from OnlyFades Barbershop and discusses mental health.
Published: 17/07/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-03-07-2024( 0:15:16)
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This week on SOAR, Jack interviewed Natt and Pete from the Enabling Good Lives 101 team. Natt deals with Rod Cone Retinal Dystrophy since age 19, while Pete, who has retinitis pigmentosa (RP), chairs the Mana Whaikaha Enabling Good Lives. They discussed the 8 principles including person-centered care and mainstream options first. 🌟
Published: 3/07/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-26-06-2024( 0:16:18)
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This week on SOAR, Jack interviewed his stepdad Greg, a Rangatahi Advisor at Active Southland. They discussed Greg's upcoming participation in the Touch World Cup in Nottingham, England from July 15th to 21st!
Published: 26/06/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-19-06-2024( 0:14:23)
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🎙️ This week on SOAR, we dive into our 483rd interview since April 25th, 2018! Jack chats with Bro Allan from Awarua Whānau Services about their vital role in Waihopai, Invercargill 🌟 Discover how they've been enriching the community since 1988, offering Kaupapa Māori Health and Social services that support holistic wellbeing. From families to youth and elders, Awarua Whānau Services is dedicated to uplifting whānau aspirations. Tune in for an inspiring conversation! #RadioSouthland #CommunitySpotlight #WhanauOra
Published: 19/06/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-05-06-2024( 0:13:46)
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This week on SOAR, they had this amazing chat with Michelle, who's the Project Coordinator Manager at Number 10 Youth One Stop Shop. They talked about all the cool stuff Number 10 does for the Invercargill community, and they even discussed the recent Block Turnover Event, which was a big hit! And get this, Number 10 has been open since 2008, making a real difference. 🎉👏 #CommunityLove #YouthEmpowerment #Number10Impact
Published: 5/06/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-22-05-2024( 0:14:54)
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🎙️ Join Jack this week on SOAR for an exciting interview! Host Jack is back with another engaging discussion, this time featuring Courtney, the Community Development and Operations Manager at South Alive. 🌟 Learn all about Courtney's role, insights into The Pantry, and the incredible offerings South Alive provides for the Invercargill community. 🏘️ Thank you, Courtney, for sharing your expertise with us! Keep up the fantastic work at South Alive. 👏 #SOARInterview #InvercargillCommunity #SouthAlive #TuneInNow 🎧
Published: 22/05/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-08-05-2024( 0:14:26)
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On this week's SOAR episode, Jack interviews Melissa, marking the 17th interview for 2024 and the 477th since April 25th, 2018. Melissa, who lives with a rare functional neurologist disorder, shares insights into her upcoming project, her experiences with disability activism like the Peaceful Disability Protest, and reflects on her journey raising a son, Chris, who was born with autism. Join us as we delve into Melissa's inspiring story. #SOAR #raredisorder #disabilityactivism #neurology #autismawareness
Published: 8/05/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-15-05-2024( 0:13:45)
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On this week's SOAR episode, Jack interviews Melissa, marking the 17th interview for 2024 and the 477th since April 25th, 2018. Melissa, who lives with a rare functional neurologist disorder, shares insights into her upcoming project, her experiences with disability activism like the Peaceful Disability Protest, and reflects on her journey raising a son, Chris, who was born with autism. Join Jack as he delves into Melissa's inspiring story.
Published: 1/05/2024 7:00:00 a.m.
S.O.A.R. with Jack-01-05-2024( 0:11:11)
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On SOAR this week Jack interviews his friend Dan who was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes and ADHD. They talk about Dan's life changes and his volunteer work at The Pantry Invercargill and Speedway.
Published: 1/05/2024 7:00:00 a.m.