https://www.accessradiotaranaki.com/shows/making-yourself-at-home/ (C)Access Radio Taranaki en-nz Join Clara from Spain, Brian from US and Alina from Romania on Making Yourself at Home! The radio show and podcast where you tell us your story about how you are making New Zealand and Taranaki your home. While we learn about and share your unique experiences and perspectives, we also like to discuss community projects, programs and initiatives that can help with the settling-in process. We are kindly sponsored by the Ethnic Communities Development Fund, a program created and supported by the Ministry for Ethnic Communities to open more spaces for migrants, grow their skills and celebrate their culture. Making Yourself At Home Join Clara from Spain, Brian from US and Alina from Romania on Making Yourself at Home! The radio show and podcast where you tell us your story about how you are making New Zealand and Taranaki your home. While we learn about and share your unique experiences and perspectives, we also like to discuss community projects, programs and initiatives that can help with the settling-in process. no Access Radio Taranaki production@accessradiotaranaki.com Clara, Brian and Alina Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:06:15 +1200 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:06:15 +1200 In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. 0:30:25 8721f29a-e143-42fc-943b-c9db8f177d10 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +1200 episodic In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. 0:34:10 2df2e1a4-1b87-4314-b2ee-86c2263cc35c Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +1200 episodic Minkyung is the Marketing Coordinator at Seaview Workshop, Trustee and Secretary of the Taranaki K-Culture Community, Executive Member and Secretary of the Korean Association of Taranaki, and Executive Member and Co-Secretary of the Taranaki Multi Ethnic Council. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Counselling, Social Work, and Korean Language Education, along with a Certificate of Korean Language Teacher. Through her work, Minkyung is deeply committed to supporting Korean migrants, preserving culture and language, and creating a stronger sense of belonging in the community. She is also the host of “Kowi Corner” on Art FM, where she shares stories, culture, and connection through community radio. Minkyung is the Marketing Coordinator at Seaview Workshop, Trustee and Secretary of the Taranaki K-Culture Community, Executive Member and Secretary of the Korean Association of Taranaki, and Executive Member and Co-Secretary of the Taranaki Multi Ethnic Council. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Counselling, Social Work, and Korean Language Education, along with a Certificate of Korean Language Teacher. Through her work, Minkyung is deeply committed to supporting Korean migrants, preserving culture and language, and creating a stronger sense of belonging in the community. She is also the host of “Kowi Corner” on Art FM, where she shares stories, culture, and connection through community radio. Minkyung is the Marketing Coordinator at Seaview Workshop, Trustee and Secretary of the Taranaki K-Culture Community, Executive Member and Secretary of the Korean Association of Taranaki, and Executive Member and Co-Secretary of the Taranaki Multi Ethnic Council. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Counselling, Social Work, and Korean Language Education, along with a Certificate of Korean Language Teacher. Through her work, Minkyung is deeply committed to supporting Korean migrants, preserving culture and language, and creating a stronger sense of belonging in the community. She is also the host of “Kowi Corner” on Art FM, where she shares stories, culture, and connection through community radio. 0:33:9 3656705b-260d-449a-a0fe-afd6a47e9b8f Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +1200 episodic In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. 0:36:46 095f7193-a931-4313-b7c8-f2b4f5004744 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +1200 episodic Today on our podcast, we are joined by Lukas, a young inspiring voice from Francis Douglas Memorial College and the winner of the Race Unity Speech Competition. Born into a multicultural family with roots in South Africa and Austria, Lukas shares his experience of growing up between cultures, how he connects with his heritage, and what identity, belonging, and diversity mean to him as a young person in New Zealand. In this conversation, we explore culture, family traditions, community, and the importance of creating understanding between people from different backgrounds. Lukas also reflects on his journey through the Race Unity Speech Competition and the impact these conversations can have on young people and the wider community. Join us for an inspiring and thoughtful conversation celebrating culture, connection, and unity. Today on our podcast, we are joined by Lukas, a young inspiring voice from Francis Douglas Memorial College and the winner of the Race Unity Speech Competition. Born into a multicultural family with roots in South Africa and Austria, Lukas shares his experience of growing up between cultures, how he connects with his heritage, and what identity, belonging, and diversity mean to him as a young person in New Zealand. In this conversation, we explore culture, family traditions, community, and the importance of creating understanding between people from different backgrounds. Lukas also reflects on his journey through the Race Unity Speech Competition and the impact these conversations can have on young people and the wider community. Join us for an inspiring and thoughtful conversation celebrating culture, connection, and unity. Today on our podcast, we are joined by Lukas, a young inspiring voice from Francis Douglas Memorial College and the winner of the Race Unity Speech Competition. Born into a multicultural family with roots in South Africa and Austria, Lukas shares his experience of growing up between cultures, how he connects with his heritage, and what identity, belonging, and diversity mean to him as a young person in New Zealand. In this conversation, we explore culture, family traditions, community, and the importance of creating understanding between people from different backgrounds. Lukas also reflects on his journey through the Race Unity Speech Competition and the impact these conversations can have on young people and the wider community. Join us for an inspiring and thoughtful conversation celebrating culture, connection, and unity. 0:38:55 34cd638d-7e94-4a36-8a11-9fe3b0af486d Mon, 25 May 2026 15:00:00 +1200 episodic In this episode, Maria and Brian had a chat with Vivek from Malaysia. Vivek shared story about following his hospitality career from Malayasia, Hong Kong and around New Zealand before finding his way to the Millennium Hotel New Plymouth Waterfront as the general manager. Vivek gave insight into the hospitality industry, his hobbies and what it's like to travel and raise a family in New Plymouth. In this episode, Maria and Brian had a chat with Vivek from Malaysia. Vivek shared story about following his hospitality career from Malayasia, Hong Kong and around New Zealand before finding his way to the Millennium Hotel New Plymouth Waterfront as the general manager. Vivek gave insight into the hospitality industry, his hobbies and what it's like to travel and raise a family in New Plymouth. In this episode, Maria and Brian had a chat with Vivek from Malaysia. Vivek shared story about following his hospitality career from Malayasia, Hong Kong and around New Zealand before finding his way to the Millennium Hotel New Plymouth Waterfront as the general manager. Vivek gave insight into the hospitality industry, his hobbies and what it's like to travel and raise a family in New Plymouth. 0:32:18 ce948678-0b98-4417-96c3-3829077a4965 Mon, 18 May 2026 12:45:00 +1200 episodic In this episode, Alina and Clara dive into her recent trip to Fiji — exploring not just the destination, but the deeper experience of travel. We talk about Fijian culture, the rhythm of island life, and what “happiness” really looks like when things slow down. From reflections on women, wellbeing, and connection, to the small everyday moments that make travel meaningful, this conversation goes beyond a typical travel story — it’s about perspective, presence, and what we bring back with us. In this episode, Alina and Clara dive into her recent trip to Fiji — exploring not just the destination, but the deeper experience of travel. We talk about Fijian culture, the rhythm of island life, and what “happiness” really looks like when things slow down. From reflections on women, wellbeing, and connection, to the small everyday moments that make travel meaningful, this conversation goes beyond a typical travel story — it’s about perspective, presence, and what we bring back with us. In this episode, Alina and Clara dive into her recent trip to Fiji — exploring not just the destination, but the deeper experience of travel. We talk about Fijian culture, the rhythm of island life, and what “happiness” really looks like when things slow down. From reflections on women, wellbeing, and connection, to the small everyday moments that make travel meaningful, this conversation goes beyond a typical travel story — it’s about perspective, presence, and what we bring back with us. 0:30:6 5fb1d935-d179-47ba-a5f6-2cd6b3ac0efe Mon, 11 May 2026 12:00:00 +1200 episodic Amy is originally from Shanghai, China. She came to NZ in 2003 to study, and did a computer graphics design degree at WITT. She is passionate about Zumba, art, photo / video editing and roller skating. She has 2 boys and is married with a kiwi. Amy enjoys work life balance in New Zealand, the friendly people and the beautiful landscape. Amy is originally from Shanghai, China. She came to NZ in 2003 to study, and did a computer graphics design degree at WITT. She is passionate about Zumba, art, photo / video editing and roller skating. She has 2 boys and is married with a kiwi. Amy enjoys work life balance in New Zealand, the friendly people and the beautiful landscape. Amy is originally from Shanghai, China. She came to NZ in 2003 to study, and did a computer graphics design degree at WITT. She is passionate about Zumba, art, photo / video editing and roller skating. She has 2 boys and is married with a kiwi. Amy enjoys work life balance in New Zealand, the friendly people and the beautiful landscape. 0:43:39 928bdf92-07b4-47e5-80d2-7f0870b4ab67 Mon, 04 May 2026 12:00:00 +1200 episodic In this episode, Alina, Clara and Brian had a chat with the amazing and unique Angeliqe, from South Africa. She grew up in a coastal town outside of Durban and moved to New Zealand about 10 years ago. Since she moved to New Zealand she's lived in Wellington, Hamner Springs and settled in New Plymouth about five years ago. She talked about her past jobs in hospitality, event management and her current business she started a year ago as a personal trainer. In this episode, Alina, Clara and Brian had a chat with the amazing and unique Angeliqe, from South Africa. She grew up in a coastal town outside of Durban and moved to New Zealand about 10 years ago. Since she moved to New Zealand she's lived in Wellington, Hamner Springs and settled in New Plymouth about five years ago. She talked about her past jobs in hospitality, event management and her current business she started a year ago as a personal trainer. In this episode, Alina, Clara and Brian had a chat with the amazing and unique Angeliqe, from South Africa. She grew up in a coastal town outside of Durban and moved to New Zealand about 10 years ago. Since she moved to New Zealand she's lived in Wellington, Hamner Springs and settled in New Plymouth about five years ago. She talked about her past jobs in hospitality, event management and her current business she started a year ago as a personal trainer. 0:37:58 1f11cbd5-37fb-487d-812d-dd8157a2c8df Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +1200 episodic Today we are joined by Bianca — born in Milan to an Italian and Syrian family, and shaped by a multicultural upbringing that sparked her curiosity about the world early on. After studying journalism and working in digital marketing in Amsterdam, Bianca felt the pull to slow down and realign her life. That led her on a journey through India, Nepal, and Morocco — where yoga, meditation, and living closer to nature became central to her path. Now based in New Zealand, she’s rebuilding her life with intention — teaching yoga, creating community, and launching The Kindness Supper Club, a space for mindful connection, plant-based food, and meaningful conversations. Bianca’s story is all about listening inward, embracing change, and creating a life rooted in purpose. Today we are joined by Bianca — born in Milan to an Italian and Syrian family, and shaped by a multicultural upbringing that sparked her curiosity about the world early on. After studying journalism and working in digital marketing in Amsterdam, Bianca felt the pull to slow down and realign her life. That led her on a journey through India, Nepal, and Morocco — where yoga, meditation, and living closer to nature became central to her path. Now based in New Zealand, she’s rebuilding her life with intention — teaching yoga, creating community, and launching The Kindness Supper Club, a space for mindful connection, plant-based food, and meaningful conversations. Bianca’s story is all about listening inward, embracing change, and creating a life rooted in purpose. Today we are joined by Bianca — born in Milan to an Italian and Syrian family, and shaped by a multicultural upbringing that sparked her curiosity about the world early on. After studying journalism and working in digital marketing in Amsterdam, Bianca felt the pull to slow down and realign her life. That led her on a journey through India, Nepal, and Morocco — where yoga, meditation, and living closer to nature became central to her path. Now based in New Zealand, she’s rebuilding her life with intention — teaching yoga, creating community, and launching The Kindness Supper Club, a space for mindful connection, plant-based food, and meaningful conversations. Bianca’s story is all about listening inward, embracing change, and creating a life rooted in purpose. 0:33:39 e18c1485-87fd-4217-b954-9a26f6b4e0cf Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +1200 episodic Kirsten Lunde is a wife, mother and grandmother who grew up and lived most of her life in the San Francisco Bay Area in the US. Her eclectic career there included theatre, hospitality, public service and retail before she started working from home to care for her younger two children, who have needed extra care including several years of homeschooling. After a short stint in Colorado, Kirsten's husband Glenn, a native Kiwi born in Dunedin, had an opportunity to house-sit for family in New Plymouth as a means of establishing a life in New Zealand. So Kirsten, Glenn, and their two younger children arrived in Taranaki in February of 2020, just in time for the world to shut down for COVID. With such an unusual start to life here, Kirsten turned to work from home which includes transcription, AI training, and especially her small board game publishing business through which she successfully crowdfunded and published her classical music-themed board game Ovation with more games on the way. Her community in New Zealand is largely centered on board games, and she runs a monthly game event lovally featuring the social deduction game, Blood on the Clocktower. Kirsten Lunde is a wife, mother and grandmother who grew up and lived most of her life in the San Francisco Bay Area in the US. Her eclectic career there included theatre, hospitality, public service and retail before she started working from home to care for her younger two children, who have needed extra care including several years of homeschooling. After a short stint in Colorado, Kirsten's husband Glenn, a native Kiwi born in Dunedin, had an opportunity to house-sit for family in New Plymouth as a means of establishing a life in New Zealand. So Kirsten, Glenn, and their two younger children arrived in Taranaki in February of 2020, just in time for the world to shut down for COVID. With such an unusual start to life here, Kirsten turned to work from home which includes transcription, AI training, and especially her small board game publishing business through which she successfully crowdfunded and published her classical music-themed board game Ovation with more games on the way. Her community in New Zealand is largely centered on board games, and she runs a monthly game event lovally featuring the social deduction game, Blood on the Clocktower. Kirsten Lunde is a wife, mother and grandmother who grew up and lived most of her life in the San Francisco Bay Area in the US. Her eclectic career there included theatre, hospitality, public service and retail before she started working from home to care for her younger two children, who have needed extra care including several years of homeschooling. After a short stint in Colorado, Kirsten's husband Glenn, a native Kiwi born in Dunedin, had an opportunity to house-sit for family in New Plymouth as a means of establishing a life in New Zealand. So Kirsten, Glenn, and their two younger children arrived in Taranaki in February of 2020, just in time for the world to shut down for COVID. With such an unusual start to life here, Kirsten turned to work from home which includes transcription, AI training, and especially her small board game publishing business through which she successfully crowdfunded and published her classical music-themed board game Ovation with more games on the way. Her community in New Zealand is largely centered on board games, and she runs a monthly game event lovally featuring the social deduction game, Blood on the Clocktower. 0:49:4 d0644ff5-a00f-4779-a8c5-cb2874da28bf Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +1200 episodic Amélie Hendrickx is a beauty and self-care strategist, skin therapist, makeup artist, and confidence coach, originally from Belgium and now based in New Zealand. With over a decade of experience in the beauty industry, she blends European skin expertise with a holistic, real-life approach to help women feel confident in their skin and grounded in themselves. Through her in-person treatments and a suite of online programmes, including her membership Bubble, Amélie helps women simplify skincare, master natural makeup, and build self-care practices that fit into their lives. Her work goes beyond beauty, using it as a gateway to reconnect women with their “Favourite Self”. Amélie Hendrickx is a beauty and self-care strategist, skin therapist, makeup artist, and confidence coach, originally from Belgium and now based in New Zealand. With over a decade of experience in the beauty industry, she blends European skin expertise with a holistic, real-life approach to help women feel confident in their skin and grounded in themselves. Through her in-person treatments and a suite of online programmes, including her membership Bubble, Amélie helps women simplify skincare, master natural makeup, and build self-care practices that fit into their lives. Her work goes beyond beauty, using it as a gateway to reconnect women with their “Favourite Self”. Amélie Hendrickx is a beauty and self-care strategist, skin therapist, makeup artist, and confidence coach, originally from Belgium and now based in New Zealand. With over a decade of experience in the beauty industry, she blends European skin expertise with a holistic, real-life approach to help women feel confident in their skin and grounded in themselves. Through her in-person treatments and a suite of online programmes, including her membership Bubble, Amélie helps women simplify skincare, master natural makeup, and build self-care practices that fit into their lives. Her work goes beyond beauty, using it as a gateway to reconnect women with their “Favourite Self”. 0:47:41 13dab062-20c5-4d0e-8b4d-48e90ce3c9b3 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic Making Yourself At Home is a weekly show that connects the migrant community here in Taranaki. Hosted by a warm and friendly team, this show will inform and educate those right across the rohe. From where to get support and encouragement, to personal stories, schooling, employment and how to make new friends as you settle into life in Aotearoa. Proudly supported by the Ethnic Community Development Fund. Making Yourself At Home is a weekly show that connects the migrant community here in Taranaki. Hosted by a warm and friendly team, this show will inform and educate those right across the rohe. From where to get support and encouragement, to personal stories, schooling, employment and how to make new friends as you settle into life in Aotearoa. Proudly supported by the Ethnic Community Development Fund. Making Yourself At Home is a weekly show that connects the migrant community here in Taranaki. Hosted by a warm and friendly team, this show will inform and educate those right across the rohe. From where to get support and encouragement, to personal stories, schooling, employment and how to make new friends as you settle into life in Aotearoa. Proudly supported by the Ethnic Community Development Fund. 0:39:47 381b8741-f652-417c-ab96-0a038c7d1438 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic Originally from England, Mervyn moved to New Zealand in 1971, arriving as a PE (Physical education) and English teacher knowing no one. Within a year — as he describes it, “miraculously” — he met Jill. They married, settled in New Plymouth, and built a life together raising their three children. Mervyn taught at Sacred Heart before beginning a 28-year teaching journey at Spotswood College, where he specialised in English and drama. His passion for language, storytelling, and young people has remained a constant thread throughout his life. A member of the Baha’i community, Mervyn is currently involved in organising the Taranaki Race Unity Speech Awards, supporting young voices to speak with courage and conviction. Between 2004 and 2012, Mervyn and Jill worked in China, teaching English at four universities — an experience that broadened their worldview and deepened their love of learning. Though officially retired, Mervyn still tutors a small number of students — a privilege he treasures, as he believes he still has much to learn himself. New Plymouth is home. And as Mervyn says, seeing the mountain still fills him with delight — a daily reminder that moving to New Zealand was the best decision of his life." Originally from England, Mervyn moved to New Zealand in 1971, arriving as a PE (Physical education) and English teacher knowing no one. Within a year — as he describes it, “miraculously” — he met Jill. They married, settled in New Plymouth, and built a life together raising their three children. Mervyn taught at Sacred Heart before beginning a 28-year teaching journey at Spotswood College, where he specialised in English and drama. His passion for language, storytelling, and young people has remained a constant thread throughout his life. A member of the Baha’i community, Mervyn is currently involved in organising the Taranaki Race Unity Speech Awards, supporting young voices to speak with courage and conviction. Between 2004 and 2012, Mervyn and Jill worked in China, teaching English at four universities — an experience that broadened their worldview and deepened their love of learning. Though officially retired, Mervyn still tutors a small number of students — a privilege he treasures, as he believes he still has much to learn himself. New Plymouth is home. And as Mervyn says, seeing the mountain still fills him with delight — a daily reminder that moving to New Zealand was the best decision of his life." Originally from England, Mervyn moved to New Zealand in 1971, arriving as a PE (Physical education) and English teacher knowing no one. Within a year — as he describes it, “miraculously” — he met Jill. They married, settled in New Plymouth, and built a life together raising their three children. Mervyn taught at Sacred Heart before beginning a 28-year teaching journey at Spotswood College, where he specialised in English and drama. His passion for language, storytelling, and young people has remained a constant thread throughout his life. A member of the Baha’i community, Mervyn is currently involved in organising the Taranaki Race Unity Speech Awards, supporting young voices to speak with courage and conviction. Between 2004 and 2012, Mervyn and Jill worked in China, teaching English at four universities — an experience that broadened their worldview and deepened their love of learning. Though officially retired, Mervyn still tutors a small number of students — a privilege he treasures, as he believes he still has much to learn himself. New Plymouth is home. And as Mervyn says, seeing the mountain still fills him with delight — a daily reminder that moving to New Zealand was the best decision of his life." 0:37:47 9c16e360-8a04-40e8-8fe5-e25f4b09b501 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic Meet Shankar Nautiyal—yoga teacher, meditation guide, and real estate professional. Teaching since 2007 across India, South East Asia, and New Zealand, Shankar blends breath, alignment, and mindfulness with the wisdom of mantra meditation to help people live consciously. Originally from the Himalayas in northern India, Shankar carries the rich culture, food, and values of his mountain home into everything he does. He sees a beautiful similarity between his village and New Zealand—with stunning landscapes, calm natural surroundings, and the perfect place to raise children—bringing that same sense of peace and community into his work. Alongside yoga, Shankar helps families buy and sell homes with care and dedication, drawing on his family’s construction roots in India and formal real estate training in New Zealand. Whether teaching or guiding clients, he brings heart, culture, and community to every part of his life. Meet Shankar Nautiyal—yoga teacher, meditation guide, and real estate professional. Teaching since 2007 across India, South East Asia, and New Zealand, Shankar blends breath, alignment, and mindfulness with the wisdom of mantra meditation to help people live consciously. Originally from the Himalayas in northern India, Shankar carries the rich culture, food, and values of his mountain home into everything he does. He sees a beautiful similarity between his village and New Zealand—with stunning landscapes, calm natural surroundings, and the perfect place to raise children—bringing that same sense of peace and community into his work. Alongside yoga, Shankar helps families buy and sell homes with care and dedication, drawing on his family’s construction roots in India and formal real estate training in New Zealand. Whether teaching or guiding clients, he brings heart, culture, and community to every part of his life. Meet Shankar Nautiyal—yoga teacher, meditation guide, and real estate professional. Teaching since 2007 across India, South East Asia, and New Zealand, Shankar blends breath, alignment, and mindfulness with the wisdom of mantra meditation to help people live consciously. Originally from the Himalayas in northern India, Shankar carries the rich culture, food, and values of his mountain home into everything he does. He sees a beautiful similarity between his village and New Zealand—with stunning landscapes, calm natural surroundings, and the perfect place to raise children—bringing that same sense of peace and community into his work. Alongside yoga, Shankar helps families buy and sell homes with care and dedication, drawing on his family’s construction roots in India and formal real estate training in New Zealand. Whether teaching or guiding clients, he brings heart, culture, and community to every part of his life. 0:39:31 c3a385bb-8fba-4f50-9241-a8b73aeaee9c Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic Chloe moved from France to New Zealand in 2015 with her partner. After spending three months travelling around the country, they settled in Auckland, where she worked towards passing her English exam so she could practise as an osteopath in New Zealand. After a year in Auckland, they were ready for a lifestyle change and moved to New Plymouth. Passionate about surfing, hiking, and biking, Taranaki felt like the perfect fit — especially for the surf. It has also been a wonderful place to raise their two children, who are now seven and four. After her son was born, Chloe opened her own clinic, Holistic Osteopath, to create more flexibility around family life. She supports people with a wide range of conditions, including back pain, sprain injuries, and headaches. She is especially passionate about working with women during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as caring for babies. Chloe has found a beautiful balance between work, family, and the outdoors — and Taranaki now truly feels like home. Chloe moved from France to New Zealand in 2015 with her partner. After spending three months travelling around the country, they settled in Auckland, where she worked towards passing her English exam so she could practise as an osteopath in New Zealand. After a year in Auckland, they were ready for a lifestyle change and moved to New Plymouth. Passionate about surfing, hiking, and biking, Taranaki felt like the perfect fit — especially for the surf. It has also been a wonderful place to raise their two children, who are now seven and four. After her son was born, Chloe opened her own clinic, Holistic Osteopath, to create more flexibility around family life. She supports people with a wide range of conditions, including back pain, sprain injuries, and headaches. She is especially passionate about working with women during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as caring for babies. Chloe has found a beautiful balance between work, family, and the outdoors — and Taranaki now truly feels like home. Chloe moved from France to New Zealand in 2015 with her partner. After spending three months travelling around the country, they settled in Auckland, where she worked towards passing her English exam so she could practise as an osteopath in New Zealand. After a year in Auckland, they were ready for a lifestyle change and moved to New Plymouth. Passionate about surfing, hiking, and biking, Taranaki felt like the perfect fit — especially for the surf. It has also been a wonderful place to raise their two children, who are now seven and four. After her son was born, Chloe opened her own clinic, Holistic Osteopath, to create more flexibility around family life. She supports people with a wide range of conditions, including back pain, sprain injuries, and headaches. She is especially passionate about working with women during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as caring for babies. Chloe has found a beautiful balance between work, family, and the outdoors — and Taranaki now truly feels like home. 0:40:6 60f5c9d3-416d-4607-a477-2b5183c8e3e1 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic Juli is German and more European. She has always been interested in seeing the world rather than staying in one place. She loves challenges, which is why she moved here with her family. Learning languages is her hobby, as well as cooking and baking. Her newest hobby is skateboarding. She hopes to be fluent in te reo one day. Juli is German and more European. She has always been interested in seeing the world rather than staying in one place. She loves challenges, which is why she moved here with her family. Learning languages is her hobby, as well as cooking and baking. Her newest hobby is skateboarding. She hopes to be fluent in te reo one day. Juli is German and more European. She has always been interested in seeing the world rather than staying in one place. She loves challenges, which is why she moved here with her family. Learning languages is her hobby, as well as cooking and baking. Her newest hobby is skateboarding. She hopes to be fluent in te reo one day. 0:47:28 05cd9983-a560-42b0-924c-1a93c30b4a42 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +1300 episodic Sean is a US expatriate who relocated to New Plymouth in February 2025 so his wife could return to her home country, his children could grow up in a safer and happier environment, and his family could live close to the ocean in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful and vibrant regions. He owns a small technology business in the United States that delivers managed technology services, specialising in computing infrastructure, communications systems, and cloud connectivity. Sean’s interests centre around family, wellbeing, the outdoors, music, business, investing, and intentionally creating joy in his life. He has worked hard to build both his career and lifestyle, feels privileged to call New Zealand home, and is deeply grateful for the opportunity to live here. Sean is a US expatriate who relocated to New Plymouth in February 2025 so his wife could return to her home country, his children could grow up in a safer and happier environment, and his family could live close to the ocean in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful and vibrant regions. He owns a small technology business in the United States that delivers managed technology services, specialising in computing infrastructure, communications systems, and cloud connectivity. Sean’s interests centre around family, wellbeing, the outdoors, music, business, investing, and intentionally creating joy in his life. He has worked hard to build both his career and lifestyle, feels privileged to call New Zealand home, and is deeply grateful for the opportunity to live here. Sean is a US expatriate who relocated to New Plymouth in February 2025 so his wife could return to her home country, his children could grow up in a safer and happier environment, and his family could live close to the ocean in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful and vibrant regions. He owns a small technology business in the United States that delivers managed technology services, specialising in computing infrastructure, communications systems, and cloud connectivity. Sean’s interests centre around family, wellbeing, the outdoors, music, business, investing, and intentionally creating joy in his life. He has worked hard to build both his career and lifestyle, feels privileged to call New Zealand home, and is deeply grateful for the opportunity to live here. 0:55:9 23e37979-a4ba-4e8e-b3ea-97b82c4e8fac Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic Rebecca was born and raised in Sweden and arrived in Auckland in 2011 at the age of 19 on a student visa, never intending to stay long. Through meaningful connections and life-changing experiences, New Zealand became home. She met her husband, Oliver, in 2013, and they moved to New Plymouth in 2017. With a background in hospitality—particularly baking and desserts, including several years at Federal Store—motherhood offered a pause for reflection and a reconnection with her original passion for wellbeing. Rebecca now works as a Pilates Instructor at Physio Pilates New Plymouth, supporting women and clients to live healthier, happier lives. Rebecca was born and raised in Sweden and arrived in Auckland in 2011 at the age of 19 on a student visa, never intending to stay long. Through meaningful connections and life-changing experiences, New Zealand became home. She met her husband, Oliver, in 2013, and they moved to New Plymouth in 2017. With a background in hospitality—particularly baking and desserts, including several years at Federal Store—motherhood offered a pause for reflection and a reconnection with her original passion for wellbeing. Rebecca now works as a Pilates Instructor at Physio Pilates New Plymouth, supporting women and clients to live healthier, happier lives. Rebecca was born and raised in Sweden and arrived in Auckland in 2011 at the age of 19 on a student visa, never intending to stay long. Through meaningful connections and life-changing experiences, New Zealand became home. She met her husband, Oliver, in 2013, and they moved to New Plymouth in 2017. With a background in hospitality—particularly baking and desserts, including several years at Federal Store—motherhood offered a pause for reflection and a reconnection with her original passion for wellbeing. Rebecca now works as a Pilates Instructor at Physio Pilates New Plymouth, supporting women and clients to live healthier, happier lives. 0:35:36 24387fe4-89ce-4181-a173-a58e0e228982 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Martha arrived in Aotearoa New Zealand in 1989 and has since made New Plymouth home. Her career has been largely in hospitality, where she has seen the growth and evolution of cafés and restaurants across Taranaki. She has long been involved in representing Argentine culture at the Taranaki Multiethnic Extravaganza and supporting the Latino community through cultural and social initiatives that help new migrants settle in the region. Martha has a strong passion for music and has volunteered with WOMAD for many years, more recently working in contracted roles coordinating artist hospitality, including the welcoming artists’ BBQ. She currently works part-time as an ESOL Teacher Aide at Devon Intermediate and teaches Argentine and Italian cuisine through Taranaki Community Education. Proudly Argentine, Martha is known for her passion, generosity, and love of sharing food, music, and conversation, and for her curiosity about other cultures and traditions. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Martha arrived in Aotearoa New Zealand in 1989 and has since made New Plymouth home. Her career has been largely in hospitality, where she has seen the growth and evolution of cafés and restaurants across Taranaki. She has long been involved in representing Argentine culture at the Taranaki Multiethnic Extravaganza and supporting the Latino community through cultural and social initiatives that help new migrants settle in the region. Martha has a strong passion for music and has volunteered with WOMAD for many years, more recently working in contracted roles coordinating artist hospitality, including the welcoming artists’ BBQ. She currently works part-time as an ESOL Teacher Aide at Devon Intermediate and teaches Argentine and Italian cuisine through Taranaki Community Education. Proudly Argentine, Martha is known for her passion, generosity, and love of sharing food, music, and conversation, and for her curiosity about other cultures and traditions. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Martha arrived in Aotearoa New Zealand in 1989 and has since made New Plymouth home. Her career has been largely in hospitality, where she has seen the growth and evolution of cafés and restaurants across Taranaki. She has long been involved in representing Argentine culture at the Taranaki Multiethnic Extravaganza and supporting the Latino community through cultural and social initiatives that help new migrants settle in the region. Martha has a strong passion for music and has volunteered with WOMAD for many years, more recently working in contracted roles coordinating artist hospitality, including the welcoming artists’ BBQ. She currently works part-time as an ESOL Teacher Aide at Devon Intermediate and teaches Argentine and Italian cuisine through Taranaki Community Education. Proudly Argentine, Martha is known for her passion, generosity, and love of sharing food, music, and conversation, and for her curiosity about other cultures and traditions. 0:41:22 91f640c9-dbfb-4e7d-9eea-dbb9c79adc0e Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic In this episode, hosts Brian, Clara and Alina sat down with their special guest, Reyna, from Indonesia. Reyna talk about growing up in Jakarta, getting her dream job as a flight attendant and the culture shocks she experienced as she moved from Singapore, Japan and New Zealand. Reyna, is a long time yoga practitioner who eventually fulfilled her hidden dream of becoming a yoga teacher and is now leading classes at REVA yoga here in New Plymouth. Her message to those making themselves at home in new places is to 'be kind' and 'be yourself' to attract positivity. In this episode, hosts Brian, Clara and Alina sat down with their special guest, Reyna, from Indonesia. Reyna talk about growing up in Jakarta, getting her dream job as a flight attendant and the culture shocks she experienced as she moved from Singapore, Japan and New Zealand. Reyna, is a long time yoga practitioner who eventually fulfilled her hidden dream of becoming a yoga teacher and is now leading classes at REVA yoga here in New Plymouth. Her message to those making themselves at home in new places is to 'be kind' and 'be yourself' to attract positivity. In this episode, hosts Brian, Clara and Alina sat down with their special guest, Reyna, from Indonesia. Reyna talk about growing up in Jakarta, getting her dream job as a flight attendant and the culture shocks she experienced as she moved from Singapore, Japan and New Zealand. Reyna, is a long time yoga practitioner who eventually fulfilled her hidden dream of becoming a yoga teacher and is now leading classes at REVA yoga here in New Plymouth. Her message to those making themselves at home in new places is to 'be kind' and 'be yourself' to attract positivity. 0:48:15 eac27d45-ecd8-40e5-8e26-18e871f58cae Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic In the first episode of Making Yourself at Home, the hosts come together without a guest for an intimate and relaxed conversation. Alina (Romania), Brian (USA), and Clara (Spain) reflect on how they spent Christmas, sharing old and new traditions from their home countries, stories of family visiting from overseas, and gathering with friends. They also look ahead to 2026, discussing intentions, goals, and what they are hoping for in the year to come, with space for spontaneous conversation and connection along the way. In the first episode of Making Yourself at Home, the hosts come together without a guest for an intimate and relaxed conversation. Alina (Romania), Brian (USA), and Clara (Spain) reflect on how they spent Christmas, sharing old and new traditions from their home countries, stories of family visiting from overseas, and gathering with friends. They also look ahead to 2026, discussing intentions, goals, and what they are hoping for in the year to come, with space for spontaneous conversation and connection along the way. In the first episode of Making Yourself at Home, the hosts come together without a guest for an intimate and relaxed conversation. Alina (Romania), Brian (USA), and Clara (Spain) reflect on how they spent Christmas, sharing old and new traditions from their home countries, stories of family visiting from overseas, and gathering with friends. They also look ahead to 2026, discussing intentions, goals, and what they are hoping for in the year to come, with space for spontaneous conversation and connection along the way. 0:45:55 9b52de32-d49f-41e0-a729-6f1d3f9f38c1 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. 1:0:14 079f30c8-2b10-4690-87e4-90081e9f38a3 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic Laura is an actor, writer and creator who moved to New Plymouth from Los Angeles with her husband in 2024. They were looking for a major change, and New Zealand seemed to be the perfect place for it! Since arriving, Laura has thrown herself into exploring the country, hiking, meeting people and building community. She joined the local Improv Taranaki group, where she has been performing in shows, including a recent musical, and has started teaching some classes there as well. She also enjoys hiking, traveling, mountain biking, swimming, playing music, and baking. She desperately misses her little dwarf bunny Houdini, who was not allowed to come with them on their journey. Laura is an actor, writer and creator who moved to New Plymouth from Los Angeles with her husband in 2024. They were looking for a major change, and New Zealand seemed to be the perfect place for it! Since arriving, Laura has thrown herself into exploring the country, hiking, meeting people and building community. She joined the local Improv Taranaki group, where she has been performing in shows, including a recent musical, and has started teaching some classes there as well. She also enjoys hiking, traveling, mountain biking, swimming, playing music, and baking. She desperately misses her little dwarf bunny Houdini, who was not allowed to come with them on their journey. Laura is an actor, writer and creator who moved to New Plymouth from Los Angeles with her husband in 2024. They were looking for a major change, and New Zealand seemed to be the perfect place for it! Since arriving, Laura has thrown herself into exploring the country, hiking, meeting people and building community. She joined the local Improv Taranaki group, where she has been performing in shows, including a recent musical, and has started teaching some classes there as well. She also enjoys hiking, traveling, mountain biking, swimming, playing music, and baking. She desperately misses her little dwarf bunny Houdini, who was not allowed to come with them on their journey. 0:51:33 387d3e53-3c55-48eb-81c7-78c64a7373f1 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +1300 episodic In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. 0:38:40 a8e0fbb3-78c0-4829-a9f0-c815a34535f3 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +1300 episodic In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. The Best of Clara, 2025. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. The Best of Clara, 2025. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. The Best of Clara, 2025. 1:0:3 67e3b056-cd3a-4d54-b900-2cfee19b2c8f Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +1300 episodic In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. The Best of Brian, 2025. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. The Best of Brian, 2025. In this 1 hour show you'll meet some of the beautiful people who make up Taranaki's vibrant international community. The Best of Brian, 2025. 0:58:4 347da6d8-9367-4324-a547-15e2b25632e5 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +1300 episodic