Staying Sane with Andy Jane

Welcome back! After a year and a half hiatus we are back! In this first episode of season 2 I speak with my friend and work colleague Kudi. We discuss moving from his home country of Zimbabwe to Canada and how he got on with the cultural changes, the racism he's experienced as a person of colour, toronto sports teams, Frats, Banff and his plans for the future.

In this episode I speak to my good friend Mikey where we talk about him over coming depression, thru hiking the Pacific Crest trail, wildland fire fighting and his plans for the future. Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thru-Hiking-Will-Break-Your-Heart-ebook/dp/B00W4RICAM

In this episode I speak to Tyler Stevens an artist which specialises in custom mandalas and spiritual symbolism. We speak about how he used art to help him deal with his depression and anxiety as well as his plans for the future and how he uses his spiritual connection in everyday life.

In this 13th episode I speak to Austin a probationary firefighter in British Columbia. We talk about how we met on a flight from Vancouver, training to be a firefighter and the process behind it, how he chased his dreams, rave culture, outdoor activities and future plans.

In this episode you get to hear about the lady behind me who has been there from day 1 and who I love dearly. We discuss her travels, nursing, and health issues. Good to be back putting these out!!

In this episode we talk to a Kiwi living in London Daniel Carston about Living in the UK, his travels,  playing AFL in a rugby country and plans after his visa ends in the UK and why he will end up back in Queenstown.

In this episode I chat with Rhys Utting a Kiwi who i met in Bend, Oregon but who is now hunkering down in Queenstown  until he can return to Oregon. In this episode we talk about getting bullied in High School and how it affected both of our self esteems, Our drink driving charges, living in Queenstown, Craft beer and when we believe we can get back to Oregon

Very special guest on the show today where you all get to meet my amazing Nana! In this episode we talk about Her love of sport, dealing with losing her husband Andy and daughter so young as well as her faith and how it has got her through life. So excited for you to meet her!

In this episode I talk to my work colleague about how COVID-19 is going to effect the retail industry, moving to New Plymouth from Auckland and why he decided not to pursue a career in teaching.

In this episode we catch up with Colorado native Ryan Harris and yarn about his NZ working holiday visa, growing up wtih Bipolar and ADHD as well as other learning disabilities, his love of the outdoors and adventure and craft beer. 

In this episode I interview British Columbia local Nate Demetrius about been and abuse counselor, volunteering in search and rescue and his experience as a devout christian. Make sure you check out his podcast "A Private Service Announcement" on all sharing platforms.

In this episode of the podcast we change things up a little bit where I answer questions that Michelle has put together. We yarn about COVID-19 and how its affecting my travel plans, 4 years of travelling, the struggle of coming home after 4 years overseas and craft beer. 

In this episode I speak with one of my best friends Michelle about COVID-19, her travels, living and studying abroad and balancing a career and travels.

Eliot talks to me about overcoming grief and not letting it define his life, his board game business Game Kings and been the lighting director for the likes of Broods, Netsky and Sachi

Frankie yarns with me about his thoughts and catching the coronavirus as well as running the Bunk and Brew hostel in Bend Oregon. Make sure If you're ever passing through Bend to check out the Bunk and Brew. https://www.bunkandbrew.com/ 

Jon speaks to me about living remotely while working as a finance director, The Portland music Industry and Travels.