ALTBAYS

Did you know that 3.72 million Kiwis aged 10+ listen weekly to the radio? Kieron Atkinson is a confessed radio nerd, currently working as a Program and Music Director for CFM Coromandel’s Local Radio Station. Kieron comes to the Altbays Show to talk about the power of the radio, NZ media, kiwi music and much more! We are pleased to have the top singer-songwriter, Stewart Pedley joining us for this...

Did you know that Drum & Bass started in the early '90s as part of the United Kingdom's rave scene? MC Tali, also known as NZ's Drum and Bass Queen, has an incredible ability to freestyle and sing soulful, positive and intelligent vocals. Tali has won numerous awards and toured the world extensively as an MC and live act. Currently preparing for a Europe tour, Tali stops by the...

Did you know that Surrealism is a cultural movement developed after World War I where artists depicted illogical scenes and developed techniques to allow the unconscious mind to express itself? Lara is a top visual artist born in France and living in Whangamata. She is the featured artist of the last Coromind magazine and comes to the ALTBAYS Show to talk about the power of the arts, how NZ flora...

Should our society get better informed and have more access to natural health products? Erica practices acute homeopathy and runs a Holistic Health website to showcase and promote Holistic Health Practitioners, Services and Products. She’s been to many countries and is passionate about how different people live and define well-being. Tune in now to enjoy a great korero about the NZ health system,...

Do you believe inmates leave prison in NZ ready to reintegrate into society? Vaughan has a successful professional and commercial track record, including a corporate career and business ownership. Recently he has moved into the area of Corrections and the reintegration of prisoners post-conviction. Vaughan comes to the ALTBAYS Show to chat about mentoring small businesses, nz politics, social issu...

Are young Kiwis given the tools to navigate adversity and find their purpose? Fredrick Pokai is a prolific NZ Filmmaker with over 40 films under his belt; he has experienced the depths but refused to stay down. He's on a mission to shed light on mental health and the transformative power of taking responsibility for our actions. Whether you're a film lover, a mental health advocate, or s...

What does it take to become a professional stunt performer? Johnson is a young Maori actor who joined the ‘Massive’ theatre company and has appeared in shows like Ahikāroa (Maori TV). Johnson is training to be a stunt performer; he loves Combat sports, training in Jiu Jitsu, and kickboxing. He comes to the Altbays Show to talk about NZ television and theatre, the benefits of martial arts and much...

Where would you go if you could choose a country to start a new chapter of your life? Tyler is a talented illustrator/animator from the US who currently lives in Aotearoa NZ. He won commissions to work with the Ministry of Education and has recently worked for TVNZ’s series Kiri and Lou. Tyler is the man who designed our ALTBAYS logo! He is passionate about discussing and finding solutions for soc...

Does NZ support our health workers enough? Di Taylor is an ambulance officer who lived in Christchurch for seventeen years and a social worker involved with the Muslim community post-mosque shootings. She worked as a banker in the 80s and, after many jobs, became a mental health support worker. Di comes to the Altbays Show to chat about the health system in Aotearoa, the human relationship with we...

Did you know that the sound frequency of 432hz has healing purposes? Taylor is a multi-instrumentalist and healer who performs at top NZ festivals. A multi-dimensional template with the intent of bio-energy/DNA and consciousness healing guides his ceremonies. He comes to the Altbays Show to tell us more about the power of sound for healing ad personal growth. We are pleased to have the top NZ Arti...

What are the benefits and downsides of working for yourself? Emma is a full-time artist and illustrator who creates incredible nature-based scenes. In 2020, she illustrated The Story of Swoop, which hit #1 on the NZ Children's Bestseller list. Emma just finished a solo exhibition in the Coromandel and was recently featured on the cover of the Coromind magazine. She comes to the Altbays Show t...

The Altbays Show is celebrating 180 shows and we got the beautiful NZ artists Fabian Roberts, Roimata Taimana and Stewart Pedley partying in our studio! We are composing songs on the go, telling stories and jamming.    Show 180 – Roimata Taimana, Stewart Pedley, Fabian Roberts and Leo Magri (NZ Artists)    Welcome to the Altbays Show (Feat. Roimata Taimana, Fabian Roberts and Leo Magri) We are her...

What do you do, or where do you go when things get overwhelming and you need to reset? Paul is a yoga teacher who manages the Te Moata retreat centre. Paul’s assistant, Kate, is into permaculture and works towards a predator-free environment. The Altbays Show brings these two inspiring humans to chat about why people look for retreats, alternative lifestyles, meditation and much more!    Show 179...

Show 178 – Elvisa Van Der Leden (Conservationist/Artist)   Welcome to the Altbays Show (Feat. Mark Troup and Leo Magri) Meet Elvisa Van Der Leden Elvisa is a conservationist, artist and new mum working towards a better future for her mokopuna.  With a background in media and conservation, she has been an elected Taranaki Regional Councillor, founding trustee of Creative Taranaki and worked for var...

Show 177 – Ed Mikaere (Ahi kā/Land Rights) and Awhina Mikaere (HOD Māori)   Welcome to the Altbays Show (Feat. Chloe Potae and Leo Magri)  Meet Ed Mikaere and Awhina Mikaere  Ed Mikaere is an arborist, solo dad of three who is breaking cycles, replacing them with quality foundations for the future of Māori leaders that follow.  Ed is also an Ahi kā: someone who occupies an area left behind to main...

Show 176 – Ron Morgan (Educator)     Welcome to the Altbays Show (Feat. Ross Liggins and Leo Magri) Meet Ron Morgan Ron Morgan is a former teacher at Mercury Bay Area  School, who is highly involved in the local community and passionate about the outdoors. Ron impacted the lives of many locals with his unique teaching style, praising the well-being of his students.  Ross experienced teaching on Gr...

Do you believe that we should learn financial education at school? Mark owns and directs the appliance stores 100% Thames and Whitianga, BedsRus and Joie de Vivre. Mark worked in the mergers and acquisitions area of investment banking - first with Bankers Trust, then Deutsche Bank. He comes to the Altbays Show to talk about running a successful franchise in NZ, wealth management, financial literac...

Show 174 – Bianca Acke (Le Edit)  Welcome to the Altbays Show (Feat. Chloe Watts and Leo Magri) Meet Bianca Acke Bianca runs the successful NZ clothing brand Le Edit which focuses on Slow Fashion; a movement that advocates for environmental and social justice in the fashion industry. Everything is designed in her small home studio, based in the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand. Her Swim...

Show 173 – Reuben Watson (Bus Living/Creator)    Welcome to the Altbays Show (Feat. Brando Yelavich and Leo Magri) Meet Reuben Watson Reuben grew up hustling for spare change as a pint-sized juggling street busker. At 20, he decided to jump ship and spent 14 years abroad–a couple of short stints in Aussie and the UK, followed by ten years in Canada.  Reuben felt the call to return home for good in...

Show 172 – Stephen LeFebvre (Breathworker)    Welcome to the Altbays Show (Feat. Fabian Roberts and Leo Magri)  Meet Stephen LeFebvre Stephen is a certified breathwork practitioner with the New Zealand Association of Breathworkers, a personal and business consultant, and a certified breathworker by ISLP in the USA. He has been studying, teaching, and working professionally as a breathworker and co...

Show 170 – Sean King (Photographer/Firefighter)    Welcome to the Altbays Show (Feat. Pete May and Leo Magri)  Meet Sean King  Sean Kingston was born in Thames and grew up around the Coromandel peninsula.  Photography has been a passion for him since 2016. It started when he travelled around Europe, capturing amazing scenes with his iPhone. Sean bought his first bridge camera, and as he always lov...

Show 170 – Christopher Parker (NZ Writer)    Welcome to the Altbays Show (Feat. Beth Claire and Leo Magri) Meet Christopher Parker Christopher Parker is an Auckland-based author who has recently self-published his debut novel, The Lighthouse, a story he spent ten years developing and writing. Christopher lives with his daughter in sunny Takapuna, a beachside suburb in Auckland, New Zealand. Writin...

Some will say that nothing is more rewarding than living by the sea catching waves. Pia Rogers is a top young athlete from Whangamata who won the premier women’s division at the 2023 New Zealand Surfing Championship held at Piha in Auckland. She could not think of a life away from the water and comes to the Altbays Show to tell us more about the path to being a professional NZ athlete, the support...

Show 168 – David Correos and Paul Douglas (NZ Comedians)    Welcome to the Altbays Show (Feat. Leo Magri)  Meet David Correos and Paul Douglas  Paul Douglas is one of the busiest live stand-up comedians in New Zealand and the winner of Best Live Show and Best Gag at the 2019 New Zealand Comedy Guild Awards. A master storyteller, Paul’s simultaneously laid-back and frenetic energy has been winning...

Being in a relationship has many challenges. Starting a new life overseas with your partner makes those challenges much more interesting! Dávid is an architect, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion and musician. Kaia is an avid female health researcher who runs an eco-conscious body care business. They came from Hungary in 2015 and fell in love with NZ’s lifestyle. This incredible, community-minded couple...