A Beacon of Hope

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 business associations, and a passionate advocate for his community in Pukekohe. Beyond his professiona...

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 forefront of e-commerce and digital campaigns, using her innate understanding of human psychology to engage...

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

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 passionate advocate for transformation, Paul's insights on resilience, change, and maximizing pot...

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 here: https://drsharadpaul.com/

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 video/podcast business as well as sharing some yarns about the mahi/work I've been doing...

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 life took a downward turn that led to a drug overdose suicide attempt. Miraculously, this dark...

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 officers. From an immigrant's son facing poverty and discrimination to high-stakes operations, Vitale&#39...

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 chase his dreams far beyond his comfort zone. Cam is an inspirational speaker, social...

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 the incredible power of human potential. But her path has not been without struggle. Lisa has battled...

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 to realise was too big to climb - at least on the first try! So that’s where we pick up on our conversat...

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 sit down with Luke McAlister for a truly open and honest conversation about his story, what it took to...

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 Jordan. He married his high school crush Jasmine and he’s a father to Robbie. Jordan is one of four sibli...

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 doctor. James also highlights the importance of having a positive outlook in life and how the supp...

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 knowledge holder, he brings vibrant Pacific stories to life, immersing audiences in the sounds of the Moana.

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 you. www.dom.co.nz

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 his military service, following his own path, building his own business and exploring the yin and yang...

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 spiritual guide and a loving husband and father to five children. Cliff is also the Head of Wellbeing at N...

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 you to tackle life's challenges with confidence. A warning, this podcast does talk about sexual abuse so...

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 homelessness with access to free laundry services, warm showers and genuine, non-judgmental conversation, across...

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 I've mustered the strength to listen to the full recording we made together during that challenging pe...

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 embarked on a journey of self-discovery and earned his PhD in psychology while incarcerated - the first New...

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 mental health initiatives in South Auckland by embracing the wisdom of the past and using it to challeng...

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 industry with sustainable mycelium-based alternatives. With a wealth of experience in the renewables and e...

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 SAS in the New Zealand Defence Force.  Will and Alia delve deep into the meaning of hope through a physio...