A Beacon of Hope
by Will Fleming
'A Beacon of Hope' is a weekly podcast that shines a light on the human spirit and explores the power of hope in our lives. Join host Will Fleming as he talks to people from all walks of life about where they find hope in their darkest moments and how they use it to navigate life's challenges.
Episodes
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Serving the Community... even the Keyboard Warriors
In this episode of A Beacon of Hope, we're joined by Logan Soole, a dynamic individual whose life is a testament to the power of community. Logan wears many hats: an elected member of the Franklin Local Board for Auckland Council, a company director, a contract worker deeply involved in local...
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"I DON'T BELIEVE IN HOPE" Pauline Stockhausen helps us understand HOPE through DATA
Pauline Stockhausen is a beacon of ambition and resilience, whose journey from the constraints of self-doubt to the liberating realisation of self-control is a testament to the power of self-reflection and determination. As a digital director and social media expert, Pauline has been at the...
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70% Needs, 20% Wants, 10% Savings | Financial Gold | Andrew Kay
Andrew Kay is an expert in finance, innovation, and community service. With a background in banking and mortgage broking, Andrew offers unique insights to inspire hope through action. Connect with Andrew here: www.simplyfinance.co.nz
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A Powerful Story of Transformation | Dr Paul Wood on 'A Beacon of Hope' podcast
Meet Dr. Paul Wood: From a tumultuous youth marked by drugs, crime, and a murder conviction, he made history by pursuing academic degrees inside New Zealand's harshest prisons. Today, he's a renowned leadership expert, working with elite teams like the Hurricanes and government agencies. A...
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Dr. Sharad Paul | Skin Doctor, Scientist & Social Entrepreneur
Dr. Sharad Paul is a renowned author who weaves skin, science, nature, and stories together to help create meaning in life. Join me, Will Fleming in this powerful conversation with Sharad as we take time to unpack the building blocks of hope, optimism and meaning, together. Follow Dr. Sharad Paul...
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Will Fleming: New Zealand Podcasting Pioneer, Entrepreneur, Host of A Beacon Of Hope Podcast
This week I bring you an awesome podcast episode crossover with Jack from 'Hendos Hot Topics' and me, Will Fleming from 'A Beacon Of Hope'. I asked Jack if I could share this episode from his podcast because it shines a light on the journey I've been on recently going full-time into my...
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Abuse, Depression, and a Suicide Attempt: Rich Farrell's Second Chance at Life
Turning Pain into Power - Rich Farrell's Rise from Depression to Strongman… In this inspiring episode, I connect with Rich Farrell, a man whose life's story is a testament to human resilience and the power of internal-strength. From an abusive marriage, battling depression and anxiety, Rich's…
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Overcoming POVERTY and DISCRIMINATION with Vitale Lafaele on 'A Beacon of Hope'
An incredible story of how self-belief and determination beat poverty and discrimination… In this podcast I talk to an extraordinary man, Vitale Lafaele. Born in Samoa, Vitale or VJ made his mark by serving as an elite soldier in the SAS and later becoming one of NZ’s most decorated police...
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Cam Calkoen’s Unbelievable Journey of Hope
How Cam Calkoen Turned Adversity into Extraordinary Success… On this episode of 'A Beacon of Hope,' I connect with Cam Calkoen for conversation about hope. Cam was born with Cerebral Palsy but has never allowed his circumstances to dictate his potential. Instead, he chose to redefine 'normal' and...
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Lisa Tamati: Strive For The Extraordinary & Beat The Odds
Learn from the Woman Who Conquered Death Valley… This week, I am absolutely delighted to welcome Lisa Tamati to ‘A Beacon of Hope’. Lisa wears many hats. Ultra-endurance athlete, author, motivational speaker, and an innovative health optimisation coach. Lisa's life and journey are a testament to...
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Fraser Grut's Epic 30-Year Dream Or Nightmare?
He Wanted to Capture 10,000 Dreams... Fraser Grut was on a mission to film 10,000 dreams, everyday. Basically 30 years of his life interviewing people about their dream each day in order to reach his goal. Spoiler alert - this was one giant mountain to climb - and one that Fraser ultimately had…
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Luke McAlister on Life after Rugby
Life Lessons from All Black number 1057… Traditionally it was only a select few who could get access to our elite sports stars like Luke McAlister and even if you had access - I would argue that it wasn’t authentic and open access. But that was then and this is now and in this podcast, we get to...
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Jordan Tuigamala: Unboxing Hope and Resilience, and Giving Back
In this episode, we sit down with Jordan Tuigamala for a conversation about the power of hope and resilience. This podcast is grounded in the sadness of losing a loved one and the path we all must walk in our efforts to put into action all of the lessons of the past for the future. A bit about...
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A Fight Against Cancer: James Visinia is our Beacon of Hope
Diagnosed with Stage 4 Gastric Cancer… In this episode of 'A Beacon of Hope', I’m honoured to chat with James Visinia, diagnosed with stage 4 gastric cancer. James is a husband and father who is sharing his personal journey in the hope that other men will be brave to get a check up with thier...
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Unlocking the Sounds of the Moana: Alpha Maiava is our Beacon of Hope
One man's voyage to rediscover and record the forgotten sounds of our ancestors... Alpha Maiava is a husband, father, philosopher and award-winning podcaster. Born in Samoa and enriched by a global journey, Alpha is now the Moana Pacific Musics Specialist at SOUNZ. An accomplished marketing...
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Dom Harvey on Taking His Mask Off on A Beacon of Hope
Iconic Broadcaster turned professional podcaster Dom Harvey sits down for an honest and revealing conversation about his story... Most of us know Dom for his time on the radio airwaves but in this episode of 'A Beacon of Hope' you will be introduced to another side of Dom Harvey that may surprise...
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Trust Yourself: Ryan Turei is our Beacon of Hope
From Security Forces Specialist to Business Builder… In this episode of ‘A Beacon of Hope’ I’m joined by Ryan Turei, a former military operator serving in the RNZAF as a Security Forces Specialist and SERE (Survive Evade Resist Escape) Instructor. This podcast zooms in on Ryan’s life outside of…
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The WELL BEING Warrior: Cliff Thompson is our Beacon of Hope
Undertanding the deeper meaning of BEING WELL also known as WELL BEING… In this episode, I kōrero / have a conversation with a person not easily put in box. The multi-talented Cliff Thompson, a man of many passions and roles and hats. As lead pastor of The Render Gathering, Cliff is a devoted...
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Unlocking Resilience Secrets: Dr. Lehan Stemmet is our Beacon of Hope
Dr. Lehan Stemmet shares his transformative principles for personal and organisational growth... Dr. Lehan Stemmet is a renowned expert in personal and organisational development. In this episode we delve into Lehan’s unique insights on leadership, resilience, and neuroscience that will empower…
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He Risked It All for Hope: Edward Uini is our Beacon of Hope
The Heartwarming Story That Will Leave You Inspired… This week we welcome the inspiring Edward Uini to share his incredible story of finding hope in helping others find their hope. Eddie founded Orange Sky New Zealand which is a not-for-profit organisation providing people experiencing…
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Unveiling the Heartfelt Story of My Late Mother's Battle with Cancer
A Son’s Emotional Tribute to Her Late Mother's Inspiring Legacy... In today's deeply moving episode of 'A Beacon of Hope', we take a rare and intimate glimpse into the life of my late Mother, who bravely faced a battle with cancer. It's been a year since her passing, and this marks the first time...
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Murder, Prison, Redemption: Dr. Paul Wood is our Beacon of Hope
Dr. Paul Wood's Journey from Inmate to Inspiration… Dr. Paul Wood is a renowned motivational speaker, author, and doctor of psychology who has overcome extraordinary challenges to become a beacon of hope for those seeking redemption and resilience. Imprisoned for murder at 18 years old, Paul...
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Unlocking Ancient Wisdom: Mihaere Emery is our Beacon of Hope
How Māori Teachings are Transforming Lives in South Auckland... Honoured to welcome Mihaere Emery, a dedicated advocate for Māori culture, a specialist advisor, and a passionate mentor as a guest on the podcast. Mihaere has worked tirelessly to create opportunities for at-risk-youth and support...
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Saving the Planet One Package at a Time: James Ferrier is our Beacon of Hope
The Revolutionary Mycelium Tech Transforming the Packaging Industry... In this week's episode of 'A Beacon of Hope,' host Will Fleming welcomes James Ferrier, a visionary entrepreneur and environmental advocate. As the co-founder of BioFab, James is on a mission to revolutionise the packaging...
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HOPE vs. TOXIC HOPE: Dr. Alia Bojilova Unpacks Hope Through a Psychological Lens
What is hope? Where do we find hope? How can we harness hope?… Dr. Alia Bojilova is a registered psychologist with a unique background in resilience and leadership. Growing up in Eastern Europe, Alia immigrated to New Zealand at 17 and went on to serve as Lead Psychologist and Officer with the…
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Dai Henwood is Sending Love... Even to Cancer
This week, we're joined by comedian Dai Henwood, who graciously opens up about finding hope and giving love to his stage-four bowel cancer… This is a podcast about many things including, family, love, hope and cancer. Dai has opened up and shared his battle with stage-four bowel cancer that he…
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A Father's Unconditional Love: Ryan O'Connor is our Beacon of Hope
How Ryan O'Connor Turned Heartbreak into Hope… In this episode of 'A Beacon of Hope', we have an inspiring conversation with Ryan O'Connor, the host of 'The Stag Roar' podcast, who shares his incredible journey of hope. Despite facing heartbreak and being unable to live with his daughter, Ryan…
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Survivor of Childhood Sex Slavery: Gloria Masters is our Beacon of Hope
How Gloria Masters Turned Tragedy into Triumph and Now Helps Others… Hi everyone, today I had the privilege of speaking with Gloria Masters, a survivor of sex trafficking. Born into a household that embraced this horrifying practice, Gloria's father used her for financial gain, subjecting her to...
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3000+ km on Foot for Mental Health: Jimi Hunt is our Beacon of Hope
Hear How One Man's Journey is Inspiring a Nation... Are you looking for some inspiration and hope in your life? Look no further than this episode of 'A Beacon of Hope' hosted by Will Fleming. In this episode, Will catches up with the incredible Jimi Hunt, who recently completed an epic 3000+ km...
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Unimaginable Trauma Turns into Hope
How One Man Used the Power of Hope to Overcome Trauma... 'A Beacon of Hope' is a weekly podcast that explores the power of hope in our lives, shining a light on the human spirit. In this episode, host Will Fleming shares a very personal story about how he used hope as a step ladder to navigate...
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Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health: Paul Rangiwahia is our Beacon of Hope
Meet the Artist Using His Talents to Spread Awareness About Mental Health on 'A Beacon of Hope'... Welcome to 'A Beacon of Hope', a podcast that celebrates the power of hope in our lives. Our first guest on the show is Paul Rangiwahia, a wellbeing advocate who is using his artistic talents to...
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Discover the Surprising Source of Hope in the Darkest Moments of Life... 'A Beacon of Hope' is a weekly podcast that shines a light on the human spirit and explores the power of hope in our lives. Join host Will Fleming as he talks to people from all walks of life about where they find hope in...
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'A Beacon of Hope' is a weekly podcast that shines a light on the human spirit and explores the power of hope in our lives. Join host Will Fleming as he talks to people from all walks of life about where they find hope in their darkest moments and how they use it to navigate life's challenges.
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