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Sunshine & PowerCuts

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  1. PowEp029 – The Long Dark

    In this Episode: The long dark NZ Autumn and Winter of 2019.Aotearoa means Land of the Long White Cloud and we live up to that with high % cloud cover, including fog and only handful of sunny days.We may be on track for what may be the lowest recorded sunshine hours whilst I've been off-grid...

  2. August 2019 Sunshine Summit – Promo

    Hello it's Heather from the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. In association with Geeks Rising from the 10th to the 16th of August, or 11th to 17th if you're in a timezone near New Zealand, we are hosting the second 2019 Sunshine Summit. It's a week of livestreams with amazing content creators and...

  3. SunEp029 – Ebb and Flow

    SunEp029 - Ebb and Flow Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and in the PowerCut episodes are where I share…

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  4. Stargazing, Internet Outages and micro-grids

    PowEp028 - Stargazing, Internet Outages and micro-grids Firstly,Thank you to Kate from the Ignorance Was Bliss Podcast and Steph Fuccio of Changing Scripts, Virtual Expats and Expat Rewind for both recently becoming patrons of sunshine & PowerCuts! If you would like to Support the show and join…

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  5. Connections: Sunshine, PowerCuts, Summits

    SunEp028 - Connections: Sunshine, PowerCuts, Summits(1hr) This marks the 60th episode of the Sunshine & PowerCuts Podcast.In the early days, there were a few bonus episodes due to the excitement for this creative journey and gratitude for the support I received early on. And, here we are.60...

  6. Gas Hotwater, Hay, Dust, Glamping

    PowEp027 - Gas Hotwater, Hay, Dust, Glamping The episode begins with the audio promotion for the March Sunshine Summit 2019.From March 9-16 (10th-17th NZT) the livestream event to celebrate connections will be taking place at https://sunshinesummit.liveThere you can find all the details of the 11...

  7. Music By Nature

    SunEp027 - Music By Nature The quote from Shakespeare "The earth has music for those who listen" is a favourite one of mine and the foundation of this episode. So is my motto Life is beautiful; enjoy it's beauty, because the gifts of nature are there for us to enjoy if we make time and take time…

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  8. Heat Wave, Thermodynamics, Music by Nature

    PowEp026 – Heat Wave, Thermodynamics, Music by NatureIn this episode we begin with a few announcements: Sunshine & PowerCuts can now be found on GeeksRising.com Geeks Rising is a curated podcast network which features podcasts by passionate people encouraging you to explore your passions and...

  9. Refreshment

    SunEp026 - Refreshment Before we begin, think about what 'refreshment' means to you. Refreshment can be starting again, when we experience a change, rest and find renewed strength and energy. We look at themes of refreshment: the natural cycle of daily rhythms, and the seasons, of love, solitude,...

  10. Sunshine Hours, Measuring Power, Growth & Duck Curves

    PowEp025 - Sunshine Hours, Measuring Power, Growth & Duck CurvesThis first PowerCut Episode for 2019 has a lot in it!We begin with a recap of the total Sunshine Hour, temperature and rainfall results of 2018 from the latest NIWA report.How 2019 is shaping up so far.The plan was to record some…

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  11. Growth

    SunEp025 - Growth First we look at what growth is and terms related to growth. Growth takes time and the changes can be uncomfortable. We and others around us may also have expectations related to growth. And we require the right growing conditions. What are some examples of growth you notice in...

  12. 7th Anniversary Off-Grid

    PowerCut Episode 024 - 7th Anniversary Off-GridEach year in December marks the anniversary of this journey living off-the-power grid.In this episode I look back over the past 7 years, the highlights and the lowlights, the opportunities and my goals for the future.Despite the powercuts…

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  13. Rest

    Sunshine Episode 024 - Rest To take rest is to replenish ourselves and is just as important as working hard.I hope that while you listen to this episode you have a moment of rest and relaxation. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast.My…

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  14. Part B – Emily Prokop

    PowEp023 - Part 2 Emily ProkopA special two part series featuring Emily Prokop, host of The Story Behind Podcast and author of The Story Behind Book.Emily also co-hosts a podcast with John Bukenas called Hate to Weight. Emily was one of my first connections in podcasting and joined me for the…

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  15. Part A – Emily Prokop

    SunEp023 - Part 1 Emily ProkopA special two part series featuring Emily Prokop, host of The Story Behind Podcast and author of The Story Behind Book.Emily also co-hosts a podcast with John Bukenas called Hate to Weight.Emily was one of my first connections in podcasting and joined me for the…

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  16. When the Earth Moves

    PowEp 022 - When the Earth Moves ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Introduction Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and...

  17. Movement

    SunEp022 - Movement What does 'movement' mean to you? How and when do you move? What does movement do for you, where does it take you and how does it make you feel? Take notice of your movement and the movement in nature. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Hello and welcome to the Sunshine…

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  18. Under The Weather

    PowEp021 - Under the Weather To be 'under the weather' - to be unwell or low in spirits. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine…

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  19. Nourishment

    SunEp021 - Nourishment What does 'nourishment' mean to you? It is holistic and includes all the things we consume and how we consume them. How do you nourish yourself? ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your...

  20. Connection Challenges

    PowEp020 - Connection Challenges The Original Connection Challenge Struggling to have a power connection due to the weather and not having a backup option Internet Connection Challenges Important Connections to make when Off-the-Grid ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Introduction Hello…

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  21. Resilience

    SunEp020 - Resilience Our felxibility, and our ability to bend and flex and bounce back and recover from adversity. It's not just about endurance, it's about how you recharge, adapt to change and reclaim your power. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &...

  22. Rain Rain Go Away

    PowEp019 - Rain Rain Go Away Rain Rain, Go Away I need sun for power today. -- Heather Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and...

  23. Bask in the Sun

    SunEp019 - Bask in the Sun Take a moment. Bask in the warmth of the sun. Where and when do you enjoy the sunshine and how do you shine bright? Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two…

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  24. Brief Wastewater Story

    PowEp018 - Brief Wastewater Story Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this one are…

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  25. Weathering the Storms

    SunEp018 - Weathering the Storms Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the...

  26. Brief Chat about Solar Panels

    PowEp017 - Brief Chat about Solar Panels Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this one…

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  27. Yoga with Tanya Carr-Smith

    SunEp017 - Yoga with Tanya Carr-Smith I am joined by Yoga & Wellbeing Coach Tanya from Wellington NZ. Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine...

  28. Solar Kit Setup with Chris Carlson

    PowEp016 - Solar Kit Setup with Chris Carlson Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this...

  29. Strength from the Refrains of Nature

    SunEp016 - Strengths from the Refrains of Nature A look at how we can find strength from the cycles and patterns in nature. Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes…

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  30. Sail Away with SP

    PowEp015 - Sail Away with SP Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this one are where I...

  31. The Importance of Connections

    SunEp015 - The Importance of Connections A look at how connections have helped me on my wellbeing journey recently. Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which...

  32. Climate

    PowEp014 - Climate Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host on this journey. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this one are…

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  33. Connections – Alysa Lucas

    SunEp014 - Connections - Alysa Lucas Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature,...

  34. Capacity Relief

    PowEp 013 - Capacity Relief Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host on this journey. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this…

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  35. Connections – Jilanne Holder

    SunEp013 - Connections - Jilanne Holder Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from...

  36. More Power

    PowEp012 - More Power Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host on this journey. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this one are...

  37. Reconnect

    SunEp012 - Reconnect Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the…

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  38. No BackUp

    PowEp011 - No BackUp Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host on this journey. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this one are...

  39. Re-Sync

    SunEp011 - Re-Sync The theme for today is an extension of renewal - to be in-sync... When we connect with nature we can become in-sync with it. Hello and welcome to the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two...

  40. Pre-Show PowerCuts

    PowEp010 - Pre-Show PowerCuts The first PowerCut episode for 2018 of the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and...

  41. Renewal

    SunEp010 - Renewal Happy New Year and welcome to the first episode for 2018 of the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate each week Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration...

  42. 6th Anniversary Off-Grid

    PowEp009 - 6th Anniversary Off-Grid As the title implies - this episode marks my 6th anniversary off-grid! To celebrate, this is a longer episode and in it I answer some great questions sent in by listeners of the show. If you have questions you would like answered: Tweet me on Twitter…

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  43. Seasons Greetings

    SunEp009 - Seasons Greetings This is the 9th Sunshine Episode and the last one for 2017. Reflect on the year that has been and look forward to the new year ahead. Wishing you a safe and happy holiday and New Year! Side Note: I'm going to be participating in an upcoming #2PodsADay campaign....

  44. Maintenance

    PowEp008 - Maintenance In this PowerCut Episode I answer a few of the listener questions that have come in. If you have any questions you would like me to answer, please share them with me! You can email them to me at [email protected] Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPod Or chat with me...

  45. Space

    PowEp008 - Space Space. Location. Surroundings. Environment. Distance. Positioning. Empty. Cluttered. Organised. Calm and quiet or busy and bustling. Internal space Exernal space. Space, The final frontier. What does space mean to you? Support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the...

  46. Bonus – Thanks Giving

    Bonus 04 - Thanks Giving This episode was a work in progress that took a lot longer than intended! Nearly all the things that could go wrong, went wrong. So it is definitely a labour of love. Here is an episode of reflection and gratitude. Also, if you'd be keen to get together to brainstorm and...

  47. Too Much Sun?

    PowEp007 - Too Much Sun? For the seventh PowerCut Episode I talk about what can happen when there's too much sun... There will be a bonus episode coming out this week; a reflection of the podcast so far, some gratitude and insight on the direction of both the Sunshine & PowerCut episodes. Support...

  48. Reflection

    SunEp007 - Reflection The final Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast episode from the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge. What better way to end the series with Reflection. The 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge was a great foundation for the Sunshine & PowerCuts podcast. We look back on each of the episodes. Take...

  49. Guy Fawkes

    PowEp006 - Guy Fawkes Also in this episode: Earth Ovens and Hayfever This podcast episode might delight the pyro in you... We've cooked a Hāngi, lit some fireworks, run out of firewood for the Wagener Fairburn, and with the help of some sunshine been able to turn on some of our more thirsty...

  50. Perspective

    SunEp006 - Perspective This episode draws on Day 6 of the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge Series. The topic for this episode is Perspective. We look at what it is and ways we can check in with ourselves to rediscover our point of view and regain sight of the bigger picture. Amendment Note -This is…

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