Jewels From NZ

Kia Ora! Welcome to a Glitter Episode where Julz gets personal. This one is an apology for going away and an explaination, as well as a plea for help. Thanks to my Gems listening out there: James, Scott, Glenn, Lucas and Jason.  Find me under @julzburgisser on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook as well!  Aroha nui. Ka kite anō. Xx Stay Safe out there. 

Kia Ora! Welcome to a Glitter Episode! Here I ramble about topics that interest me, answer call ins and tell you all about my crazy life. These may mention life in Aotearoa New Zealand, but are a little more Julz focused. Today I'm rambling about TTRPG, theme songs and Valentines. Glitter and love are in the air! All that glitters is gold right? So let's hope these are too. So let's do this. Thank...

Kia Ora! Sir Edmund Hillary is perhaps the Best Known New Zealander for his many adventuring achievements, but do you really know the man? I'm pulling back the curtain a little and revealing that he's not just a face on a bank note, he's not just the man who conquered Mt Everest. He's so much more!  Thanks to my Gems listening out there: James, Scott, Glenn, Lucas and Jason. All my glittery r...

Kia Ora lovelies! Welcome to the first “Insert name here” episode of Jewels from NZ where I talk (hear rant or debate or ramble) about random topics that have caught my fancy, chat to my call ins and generally have a fun time. I’ve got something on my mind, it’s Valentines Day here today and I’m going to share my love with people I love, so that’s you listeners. You’re tū meke, we should hang. Hah...

Kia Ora! This weeks episode is powerful and threatening. A native war cry that strikes fear into enemies hearts to this day. That’s right. We’re talking about The Haka. Thanks for the topic suggestion Glenn! Hope you like it. Don't forget to post your #pukana Haka selfie pics. Men give me all of the whetero (tongue poking) and ladies let me see that pukana (wide eyes).  And if you have a...

Kia Ora! Waitangi Day. It’s a National Holiday, a commemoration of the Treaty which formed Aotearoa New Zealand into what it is today, for better or worse and a day of extreme controversy and a lot of talking. So it’s really only fair that this podcast fits that and is a long one. I hope you enjoy listening to what might be the most important episode I ever do. There’s a lot to cover and explain....

Kia Ora! This is an episode where I apologise for being absent lately and explain where I've been and what I've going on, as well as letting you in on what's coming up for me and Jewels from NZ. Spoiler: it's a lot of my TTRPG life talk. Also apologies for never being home lately and having to record this on my phone in my car on a lunch break. Haha. I do say life is crazy! Thanks to my Gems liste...

It’s fluffy, sweet and has a tempestuous history ... no I’m not talking about myself. Haha. Although it is my birthday so I think that deserves cake don’t you? Thanks to my Gems listening out there and extra thanks to my call in from Evil Jeff of 'Minions and Musings'. BIG CONGRATULATIONS to our Giveaway Winner: Scott from Shocking Gasp! I'm so excited you won. Number 9 was your lucky number! Find...

Christmas Desserts, Music and Family Traditions. It’s like walking down memory lane with my sister Bridget in this episode, filled with bonus cute factor as my niece Isabella and nephew Austin join in the chat. They want to talk about Santa and my niece has to reveal a naughty or nice issue she’s currently having. It’s a little longer but there are a few surprises in the episode as to why and a bi...

It’s time to meet the second guest of Jewels from NZ, so welcome to Comedian and Father of Many; Tito Caldwell! We talk Beach Cricket and BBQ’s while we sit in my portable recording studio, otherwise known as my car. It’s all meat and good times. Meri kirihimete or Merry Christmas!  This weeks NZ music is Summer Wonderland by Ronan Keating made by Air New Zealand for us Kiwi's and our Summer!...

Christmas is coming and what better way to spend the time, than with friends. So... meet the first guest of Jewels from NZ: Conan McKegg! We talk a lot about seasonal family stress, how New Zealand closes for Christmas and how important a thick gravy is.  Thanks to my Gems listening out there and extra thanks to Josh Beckelhimer from JB Publishing for your call in. This weeks NZ music is Home...

Kia Ora! The Pacific Ocean Ring of Fire, sitting atop the Pacific tectonic plates is responsible for 90% of the world’s earthquakes and 75% of the world’s active and dormant volcanoes. It's also responsible for what happened here in NZ recently. In recognition of this tragedy, I talk a little bit about the many volcano's that make up our landscape and how dangerous they are. I didn't really feel l...

They say that the first explorer to reach Aoteaora NZ was Kupe. He drowned his cousin, stole his wife and his boat and set out to discover Aotearoa. I'm not sure there's many ways of fact checking this exactly but it's a pretty sweet story! Settle in because I've got another massive tale to tell. This one is about how the Māori made it to Aotearoa New Zealand and it's got many waka in it.  Then I'...

Kia ora! You say sweet as... well sweet as what? Sweet as a sweet potato of course! It's time to dig into the facts of our tuberous dinner staple and so I've served you up some delicious facts.   I've got a little bit of news about me and my life, along with a sincere apology for being absent last week. I promise I have a good excuse and will make up for it. Aroha mai.   Hit me up with any questio...

Kia ora. Hello and Welcome. E noho! Sit! I have a kōrero or story for you today. The Māori kōrero of Creation. There is aroha or love, whanua or family, Nga Atua or Gods and much kakari or fighting, just like all the very best stories.  I have another love story to tell you that happened this week, with much less fighting in it, haha and then you'll hear from some Anchor friends of mine to cl...

Kia ora! The 5th of November isn't just the date that this episode is being released, it's also the date of Guy Fawkes, a weird not really NZ celebration of the person that for some reason we still participate in as a country. So i'll be telling you all about that in this episode, along with updating you on the World Cup Results (in case you've been under a rock) and filling you in on my recent mu...

Kia ora! This week in NZ is the kick off of the most important popularity contest we have in the whole country: Bird of the Year. Everyone gets into it, we're all hit with Bird Fever as we root for our favorite to win. I break down how it works and who is getting my vote this year.  In recognition of the spooky season we find ourselves in, I list my Top 10 must see Halloween Night movies. My...

Kia Ora, welcome to Jewels from NZ! Today I talking about Money, Money, MONEY! The NZD, Kiwi Dollar or Tāra o Aotearoa. I go over a quick history and mostly talk about what we decided to decorate our money with. It tells you a lot about who we are and gives you a sweet overview of some of the countries history, scenery, famous people, flora and fauna. Hit me up with any questions you have about NZ...

Kia ora! This week we need to talk about how our All Blacks are in the Quarter Finals of the Rugby World Cup and I have faith that this year we'll be taking the cup home to Aotearoa New Zealand again. Where it belongs.  I also cover what all of that means, for those of you with no prior rugby knowledge. You'll be faking it in no time at all! Hit me up with any questions you have about NZ (or...

Kia ora! We're plummeting at speed into the adrenalin pumping sports that make New Zealand so famous for being a top Adenture Tourism destination. I'm telling you all about a Kiwi climbed some international heights to bring people to our slice of paradise who all are pushing the limits and living without fear.  I'm also telling you a story of the time I attempted to beat my own fear of heights by...

Kia Ora! Haere mai! Hello! Welcome! Marmite can absolutely divide a room, or even a nation. But it's a fascinating breakfast spread and I'm a massive fan. So I'm going to delve into the history of the salty, yeasty wonderful taste and I hope you enjoy it! Or get to if you haven't already! For News Nuggets this week I chat about a really exciting clinical trial happening in my hometown right now fo...

Kia ora! It's time to teach you to talk like a New Zealander, bro. Give it a go! She'll be right. Nek minnit you'll be skux as, au. Chur.  This week in the news NZ history is coming to schools better than ever and NZ Police are pulling you over but it's not to give out tickets. In my life I want to talk about a few things I've been doing and some I have coming up. Comedy, band and RPG, it's all go...

Kia ora! In this episode I’m talking languages. Four of them. Three official and one teaser. I dive into the history of our three official languages English, New Zealand Sign Language and Māori and even try to break down the building blocks of Te Reo Māori and give you some tips on pronunciation in a very musical way.   I give you the most terrifying and crazy news from NZ that I found t...

Kia Ora! Julz is back with a second official episode talking about: Why are New Zealander's called Kiwi's anyway?  It's also Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori or Māori Language Week, so I've given you a few words to take for a test drive as new NZ vocab.  And Hey Julz...? What's going on with your face?? I break down my weird hereditary blood condition which usually doesn't affect my life until... well you s...

Kia ora! In the first official episode of Jewels from NZ I’m going to talk NZ music... well, the New Zealand Anthem anyway. There's a little history of where it came from and how it came to be what it is and maybe there's a little singing for you as well. I also talk a little about the Levin escapees / Benny Hill situation and the weird time I had with parrots recently. Wanted to say a quick thank...