Waste Not, Want Not

01/12/2025

Happy frickin fourth birthday to me and my Waste Not Want Not podcast.
Stephen Chong joins me for my special episode where he shares how he draws on the wisdom he’s gained in life and from writing to tell stories in ways people can relate to – empowering them to build a bridge to their fullest potential and learn the art of creating their own story through the innate wisdom within themselves.

Stephen Chong draws on the wisdom he’s gained in life and from writing to tell stories in ways people can relate to – empowering them to build a bridge to th...

07/10/2025

What a privilege to interview Betty Guadagno - a real beacon of hope and living proof that when you shift your thoughts you can shift your life beyond anything you ever believed was feasibly possible.
Her life today is a far cry from the one as a hopeless, homeless, drug induced ho**er. She shares how she turned her turbulent and traumatic lifestyle into one where she’s now serving humanity in a constructive way - dishing out hope and living in integrity with the person she was actually born to be.

Betty Guadagno is living proof that when you shift your thoughts you can shift your life beyond anything you ever believed was feasibly possible. Her life to...

04/10/2025

Teaser for the next episode of Waste Not Want Not with my guest
Betty Guadagno

01/10/2025

A new way of 'being' is at the heart of this months Waste Not Want Not podcast with my guest Jeff Burningham.
We have an insightful, juicy conversation about the infinite wisdom available to us all when we take time to pause and go inward and explore ways to transform the knowledge we’ve gained into heartfelt understanding.
Jeff’s new book; 'The Last Book Written by a Human – Becoming Wise in the Age of AI,' draws on his own journey from the boardroom, classroom political arena and pulpit to explain the difference between intelligence and wisdom – how a different way of being can help us shift from fearing what AI may take away from us, to working with AI to flourish, freeing us up to tap into our imagination, and live more creatively inspired lives.

An insightful, juicy conversation with Jeff Burningham about the infinite wisdom available to us all when we take time to pause and go inward and explore way...

10/09/2025

Super excited to share a special edition of my Waste Not Want Not podcast to align with World Su***de Prevention day today. I talk to my friend Michael Finlay, who courageously shares his lived experience of a dark and oppressive time of overwhelming depression and anxiety - a journey he describes as “to hell and back.”
Michael opens his heart to reveal the struggles that can lead someone to consider ending their life, offering much-needed insight into a solution that lives within us all - the often forgotten human art of compassion, attentive listening, and genuine connection.
This deeply honest and heartwarming conversation breaks down stigma, sparks hope, and reminds us that every life matters; and that by opening our minds and hearts to these difficult conversations, we can learn to pause, listen, and truly see one another - not rush to fix or control with answers, but create space where people feel seen and heard because every person has value and deserves unconditional love.

In this special World Su***de Prevention Day episode of Waste Not Want Not, I sit down with my friend Michael Finlay, who courageously shares his lived exper...

31/08/2025

I've entered the Tiny Home Awards n the design category and today they're opening the doors for the Peoples Choice Awards, so I'd really appreciate your vote. Grateful if you could share with all your friends -

Annual awards celebrating the best in the business. Recognising excellence in tiny house design throughout New Zealand.

05/08/2025

Finding Resonance with the Rhythm of Life.

Such a scrumptious serendipidous synchronicity that my 70th episode brings wisdom from a woman in her 70's.
It was a privilege to talk to Sara Troy who has created a web of wisdom with people around the globe; sharing the trials and triumphs they’ve experienced while on their quest to discover the distinct rhythm of life that makes them feel alive. Sara uses people’s stories to inspire a global network of listeners on her Self Discovery podcast as a way to spread courage and hope to tune into our knowingness and pursue our greatest potential; all part of an organic orchard of wisdom she's grown to nurture and nourish the environment so every soul can choose what makes their soul thrive.

What a wonderful synchronicity that my 70th episode coincides with my guest, Sara Troy who is in her 70's.Sara has created a web of wisdom with people around...

26/07/2025

I want to pay tribute to a past guest who I interviewed in May 2022 on my podcast – Sadly, Gary Cook died peacefully at home a few days ago – in the fold of his family and beloved forest.
Though his physical presence will be deeply missed, the magic of the intangible world he shared with us will live on. Our hearts will stay full knowing he’s gone home to a place he briefly experienced during a near death experience 52 years ago – a place he once said he didn’t want to come back from.

Listen to the full episode here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0puDku8OJ2PKAHJsiLQmV5

A celebration of Gary’s amazing life will be held on Saturday August 2nd at 2pm at
Hope Family Funerals
2a Loop Rd, Te Puna

Live stream will be available through Hope Family Funerals.

07/07/2025

Delighted to share an uplifting, heart warming interview with my fantabulous guest this month Amy McAuley who tells us about the treasures she found in her tumultuous journey through bulimia, alcoholism, depression and breast cancer - how she rose from the darkest moments of her life to becoming the happiest, most contented she’s ever been.
https://youtu.be/ZdVuIdp3vNA
If. you prefer a different platform and want to just listen all the links can be found here: https://philippaross.com/podcast/

Amy McAuley shares the treasures she found in her tumultuous journey through bulimia, alcoholism, depression and breast cancer. She explains how she rose fro...

05/07/2025

Watch this space to hear profound insights on the path to peace with my fantabulous guest, Amy McAuley in the next Waste Not Want Not podcast episode

21/06/2025

A unique mentoring offer to Alchemise Your Sovereignty to reveal the magic of your souls wisdom.
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A four week pilgrimage to accept all parts of your life and reconfigure them so your true essence is accentuated and you get to spend time evolving and becoming a YOUIER truer version of yourself

Time left to claim your space Day(s) : Hour(s) : Minute(s) : Second(s) Alchemise Your Sovereignty Reveal the magic of your souls wisdom The Art of Being Yourself Reconfigure every part of yourself to feel vibrant, valued and whole Like the art of Kintsugi, where broken pottery is repaired with gold,...

14/06/2025

It feels surreal to post the last episode of Pip’s Penguin Profundities, but like all journeys, it's another juncture - a time to reflect on what we've acquired and use it in another form. Watch this space for what transpires

The finale - checking in with how the penguins profundities have impacted you, the changes you've made and the difference it's made to your future plans - https://youtu.be/BAA2aIejrrU

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