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These are the stories that shape us. The Brave and The Wild is about honest conversations with everyday people. Some have faced heavy stuff. Some have done amazing things. Others are just figuring it out as they go. It’s a space for stories that don’t always get told… stories of resilience, growth, and the unpredictable nature of being human. It’s a mix raw storytelling with expert insight to help make mental health feel more normal, and easier to talk about. But it’s not all struggle. This ...
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Living With the Loss: A Friend’s Perspective on Suicide - Gareth Hughes
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⚠️ Content warning: This episode contains open discussions of suicide, which may be distressing for some listeners, please take care or skip this one if you need to. In this episode I’m joined by Gareth Hughes, owner of Victory Knives. We have an honest and candid conversation about moving through life after losing a number of close friends to suic…
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Burnout Unpacked: From Subtle Signs to Recovery with Clinical Psychologist Charlotte Gibson
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Burnout isn’t just stress or laziness… it’s often a full mindbody shutdown that creeps in quietly, then takes over everything. In this episode, I’m joined by Clinical Psychologist Charlotte Gibson to unpack what burnout really is, why it happens, and how to recover. This conversation blends clinical insight with lived experience, including my own s…
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Grief, Loss and Love: A Daughter's Story with Monica Shepherd
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In this deeply personal episode, writer and creative Monica Shepherd shares the emotional journey of losing her father to cancer. We explore anticipatory grief, hospice care, the healing power of storytelling, and how grief affects creativity and life itself. Listeners will walk away with heartfelt insights on how to live with loss - and support ot…
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Laura Kuggeleijn #9: Chronic Fatigue, Trauma & the Power of Nature
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In this episode, I sit down with Laura Kuggeleijn - a teacher, passionate diver, and someone who brings a lot of thoughtfulness to the way she moves through life. We talk about her experience living with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, being diagnosed with ADHD at 27, and how the ocean became a space for calm, challenge, and healing. Lau…
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Craig Sutherland #8: Grief, Anger and Rebuilding Yourself
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In this episode of The Brave and The Wild, Craig Sutherland opens up about grief, anxiety, anger, and the pressure to always appear strong. From losing his father and falling into deep anxiety, to finding healing through the gym, the beach, music and brutal self-reflection - this is a raw, honest conversation about mental health, identity, and rebu…
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Tim Kavermann #7: Why The Brave and The Wild Exists (And Why We Need to Talk About Mental Health)
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Hey, I’m Tim Kavermann, and after a long break, The Brave and The Wild is back - with a refined direction. In this episode, I’m taking a moment to share where this podcast came from, why it exists, and what I hope it can offer you. This is the story behind The Brave And The Wild, how my own mental health journey, a lifelong obsession with understan…
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Tim Kavermann & Simon Bridges #6: Business Resilience
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Welcome to Episode 6 of The Brave and The Wild podcast by Eat What You Kill. I’m Tim Kavermann, and in this episode, I’m revisiting a conversation from last year with Simon Bridges from First Steps NZ, where we dive deep into resilience and business. First Steps NZ is a mental health and wellbeing initiative (run by the Auckland Business Chamber) I…
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Tim Kavermann #5: 7 Tips For Nurturing Your Mental Health
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In this episode of The Brave And The Wild, I’m flying solo again with a follow-up to my previous one on Burnout. In this episode, I will go over my top 7 tips for nurturing your own mental health. I will provide tools, insights, and ideas for self-help practices that anyone can start doing today.By Tim Kavermann
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Dave Perry #4: Army Life, Hunting and Combating Depression
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In this episode of The Brave And The Wild, I’m joined by Dave Perry a soldier turned engineer and now a passionate hunter based in Wellington, New Zealand. In this episode we discuss some of Dave’s experiences in the army and how they set an early foundation and connection to the wild. Now, the Ruahine Ranges is Dave’s second home, a place to nurtu…
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Tim Kavermann #3: Burnout, Depression and Anxiety
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In this episode of The Brave And The Wild, I’m flying solo and discussing a topic I am seeing pop up in online conversation more and more – burnout. Burnout is a state of total emotional, physical and mental exhaustion. It’s something I’ve experienced and something I hope to shine some light on to help others. I’ve included the steps I took to feel…
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Dallas Abel #2: From Fish Waste to Community Feast: The Kai Ika Revolution
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Dive into the inspiring world of The Kai Ika Project with Dallas. Learn how this innovative initiative is transforming fish by-products into valuable resources to feed communities across New Zealand. With a mission rooted in maximum utilisation and sustainable practices, The Kai Ika Project is not only reducing waste but also reviving traditional c…
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Ryan O'Connor #1: Embracing the Wild - A Journey into Hunting and Wellness
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In the premiere episode of "The Brave and The Wild," join us as we dive into the fascinating life of Ryan O'Connor. Ryan takes us on his journey from a sports-filled upbringing to becoming an optometrist and a passionate hunter. Discover how hunting, wild food, and the great outdoors have shaped his life and view on personal development and mental …
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