Baskets Of Knowledge
Episodes
Episode 85 - Pay now, play later with Jaxson Tautala-Hanita
20 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up in a low socio-econimic area our guest this week had the odds stacked against him from the start. However, with a mum that would not let th...
Episode 84 - Just say YES with Quintin Jane
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone of us has a time in our lives when we are so tied to an identity and for lots of us that identity is linked to a job/career path. This was n...
Episode 83 - The unexpected path to purpose with Kendall Flutey
06 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a young person our guest this week speaks about how when the time came to leave school to go to university she just did what she thought she enjoy...
Episode 82 - When plans change but goals don't with Ashleigh Stanners
30 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A biology teacher told our guest at the age of 14/15 that she should think about studying genetics as she seemed to take to it naturally. That one c...
Episode 81 - Passion comes from purpose, purpose comes from music with Candice Clark
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks guest is a highlight as she speaks to us about her upbringing in a town that has both cultural and global significance. She speaks about he...
Episode 80 (part two) - A Brothers Tale: The journey is more important than the destination
09 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With part two, we continue to discuss our guests in depth story on the journey that has gotten them to where they are today. In this story, which is...
Episode 80 (part one) - A Brothers Tale: The journey is more important than the destination
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Born in Pakistan but spending most of their lives in Christchurch our guests this week share an in depth story on the journey that has gotten them to ...
Episode 79 - Books and Boats - Balance from a high-performance student athlete
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up in a family that has always excelled in the sporting arena, todays guest Kobe Miller speaks about how this has helped him get to where he...
Episode 78 - Passion brings fruits with Max Balloch
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Physics physics physics when the world seems like you will be doing science because that's what you know at school.. but then realise that when yo...
Episode 77 - Connection, identity and hauora on our journey with Nathan Kenah
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us go thorugh our lives not realising or being fully aware of what our values are, this is one of the things that truly stops us from doing th...
Episode 76 - Control Your Thoughts, Control Your Life with Ben Hobbs
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine being told by your business teacher at secondary school that you should probably stay away from anything to do with business. Then a few years...
Episode 75 - From Project Management to Fitness with Natacha Sanguinetti
16 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The beauty of French architecture inspired this week's guest to pursue the study of Architecture and Building Sciences, but as we all know things chan...
Episode 74 - Bring a snack and lets chat with Kylie Price
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the occassion of Prajesh's birthday it was really fantastic to have singer/songwriter and all round fantastic human being Kylie Price as our gu...
Episode 73 - How to hitchhike, Do Good with your career and get trapped in Peruvian mountains with Gavin Bishop
02 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up in a family that lived in a number of places around the world has shaped the values and principles of this week's guest. Our guest Gavi...
Episode 72 - Breaking Free: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Pursuing Your Dreams with Rawiri Ratahi
26 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up in a world where limitations were determined by the perceived lack of capabilities, our guest this week got caught up in that mindset early...
Episode 71 - Conserving yourself and the planet with Michael Fox
12 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Close your eyes for a second and try to imagine that the first flight that you take to leave New Zealand, the country you have always lived in, is Bol...
Episode 70 - Nothing about us without us with Lauren Dewhirst
05 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does a super hero look like? Tane and Prajesh think that our guest this week is in a pretty strong place to be considered a superhero! Lauren spe...
Episode 69 - Making Happiness a Priority with Harry Averill
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We live in a world where success is a narrative that is pushed on us. Whether it be being the fastest, the fittest, the smartest, the richest etc. It ...
Episode 68 - IV lines and university times with Sam Grainger
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up in the small town of Fielding in the Manawatu and having parents what had never been to University Sam always had a passion and drive to en...
Episode 67 - Chaos Theory is not all that bad! When no is yes, power is not powerful, and linear is non-linear.
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do you get when you are raised in a familiy where education and standing for the rights others is a core value? You get a person who tries to avo...
Episode 66 - How your experiences shape you with Lachlan Fleming
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up on a farm our guest today has had to go through a number of life changes where he has been pushed out of his comfort zone. This started fro...
Episode 65 - Walk With Kindness with Sophia Reid
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up being a super active team sport person Sophia had a plan to be involved in the fitness/sporting industry, a conversation with her dad chang...
Episode 64 - Reflecting on the year
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we reflect on the year it has been. Through 42 episodes there have been plenty of learnings, so we take this time to reset, reflect on succ...
Episode 63 - Finding yourself in an isolated world with Catherine Lewis
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up in a religious family, this weeks guest spent her formative education years being homeschooled. This presented both pros and cons for her a...
Episode 62 - Caring for others, starts with caring for yourself
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
At the age of ten Abby had already written out her business card. It had her name, and her title as she was inspired by her mother who is a leader in ...
Episode 61 - Going with the flow with George Glover
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sitting at school George noticed that some of his male peers were experienced anxiety and stress as the uncertainty of life unfolded around them. Inst...
Episode 60 - Your life, your dreams and you can control it
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up as young man in the Taranaki todays guest was very in tune from an early age with the values that drive him, and act as his northstar. He h...
Episode 59 - Taking risks and being brave with Nora Kwok
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up as a quiet, shy person this weeks guest has epitomised the title of this podcast. From taking a risk about what to study and where to study...
Episode 58 - Connecting with nature and finding yourself, with Aneesa Delpachitra
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up as a young child Aneesa had a natural and innate awareness of the impact that humans had on the environment, from noticing the amount of li...
Episode 57 - Embracing the world starts by exploring who you really are
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up in a family where the power of imagination was encouraged, Tash speaks to us how this formative experience has led her to challenge the sta...
Episode 56 - Following your why with Helen Hong
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Helen has always known her why. This has been to have an impact in the health sector. Growing up this looked like becoming a doctor which would really...
Episode 55 - A life defining moment that has inspired the push for education about mental health
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up as a Kiwi overseas, Aaron had to adjust to back to living in New Zealand as he completed his University study. On completion of his study A...
Episode 54 - Representation, identity and molecular band-aids with Lucy Hughes
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Currently a PhD student, Lucy shares her story about being the first in family to attend University. Her journey from trying a few subjects to finding...
Episode 53 - Reconnecting
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we take a particular focus on mental health awareness week in New Zealand and how we can reconnect. It's important to remember everyone has ment...
Episode 52 - Fake it `til you make it with Owyn Aitken
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Owyn is a second year Data Science student, who is changing the world one device at a time. Owyn speaks to us about the company that he runs with hi...
Episode 51 - Achieving Authenticity: From Taranaki to NCAA Division 1 Athletics with Maya Irving
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk to Maya about her journey from growing up in Taranaki to running in America. She has had challenges along the way, but let the flow of r...
Episode 50 - Be comfortable being you with Troy Ruhe
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we unlock a very important milestone, EPISODE 50!! Thank you to our special guest Troy Ruhe from The Sick As Podcast for coming on boar...
Episode 49 - Bo-skets of Knowledge - Anxious Trans Drop-Out Turned University Leader
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Despite the challenges Bo has faced along the way, there are plenty of positives to take away from this podcast. Bo has shown that circumstances don't...
Episode 48 - the truth behind low socioeconomic origins: embracing and rising above
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Despite being in low socioeconomic situations, Rachel talks about ways of not only embracing it but also overcoming it.
Episode 47 - Growing up Māori: How it led to the most unexpected gap year with Maarie Apanui-Barr
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Maarie talks about her experience growing up Māori, and how the norms she experienced growing up would change as she moved into high school and now i...
Episode 46 - Be present and authentic with Natasha George
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode Prajesh talks to Natasha about her journey, and how although she has always known she wanted to do psychology, she has combined it ...
Episode 45 - From cricket in the streets in Pakistan to building sports communities in the Manawatu
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ali decribes his childhood, growing up having the responsibility of the family at a young age, and how these have allowed him to get to his current st...
Mini series episode 7
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this short series we relook at Casey's journey of finding his passion with startups and community building. For the full episode, head back to epis...
Mini series episode 6
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Through dreams and perspectives, Alex-Zander reflects on Health Science First Year, Medicine, and his transition to physiotherapy. For the full episod...
Episode 44 -Don't be afraid to ride that wave with Katie Walsh
17 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk to Katie about riding the wave, and how even though your journey may change it doesn't have to be a bad thing.
Episode 43 - Pivotal moments that bring out true passions with Emily Stewart
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Through the incredible things Emily has done, she shows that good and bad times are pivotal to bringing out our true passions.
Episode 42 part 2 - Diving deep with Ethan McQuinlan
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In part two of Ethan's episode, we dive into the struggles Ethan has gone through to get to where he is today, and how he advocates for opening up, es...
Episode 42 part 1 - Diving deep with Ethan McQuinlan
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In part one of Ethan's episode, we dive into his journey through school, with a particular focus on rugby. Tune in to find out how Ethan has got  ...
Episode 41 - Rest and Replenish with Faithing Notoa
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate Matariki in New Zealand, we identify that rest is needed to replenish ourselves. Faithing shows that it is easy to give to others, but we...
Mini series episode 5
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Through culture and community, Melissa has got to where she is today. We often hear about the end result, but it is the journey which gets us where we...
Episode 40 - Finding perspective and passion through trials and tribulations with Paeone Thatcher
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes it can be challenging to go through trials and tribulations, but Paeone allows us to see that through this we can find perspective and passi...
Episode 39 - What's the worse that can happen with Lachie Scarsbrook
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This morning we talk to Lachie about his journey to getting to Oxford, and how you never know unless you try. After all, what's the worse that can ha...
Episode 38 - Finding love for the little things with entomologist Eloise Lancaster
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk to Eloise about how passions can change, and how we can love the small things that we often take for granted!
Mini series episode 4
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we reflect on Abigail's perspective on year 13 and how her transition has been since being in New Zealand. For the full episode, head back to Ep...
Mini series episode 3
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we reflect on the first half of Episode 17, Gotta risk it for the biscuit, where Jenna shows us that knowing what you want to do takes time, and...
Mini series episode 2
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we reflect on the second half of episode 15, navigation with purpose, where Cam describes who he is and how through routine we can ground oursel...
Episode 37 - Take a gap and get a cat! With Sonia Manson
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sonia shows us that a gap year isn't bad, being able to rest and identify her burnout through her degree.
Mini series episode 1
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we reflect on the first half of episode 15, navigation with purpose, where Cam describes who he is and how through routine we can ground ourselv...
Episode 36 - Finding light at the end of the tunnel by having a glimmer of hope with Aran Fernando
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we release a special episode, our first ever special guest! From Sri Lanka to Australia, Aran discusses his highs and lows, showing we should em...
Episode 35 - Look after your g'dang mental health with Tiarne Southon
24 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we talk to Tiarne about how to look after you mental health, whether that be in obvious or not so obvious ways.
Episode 34 - Finding light in difference and the unexpected with Hannah Morgan
17 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hannah describes how to make change in dark times, and how light is often found in difference when it is unexpected.
Episode 33 - Making the world a better place - from busy to burnout with Patricia Lastovicka
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we learn that is alright to be busy, but that sometimes busy leads to burnout. Patricia teaches us that sometimes you have to take a step back t...
Episode 32 - Wisdom comes from experience : A twin experience
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's podcast, we introduce two guests who have done the same degree, but had very different journeys to getting where they are now
Episode 31 - Mindset matters with Dhananjay Rathore
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's podcast we see that taking a different path shouldn't ruin your destination, and that mindset matters.
Episode 30 - You never know when you'll use what you learn with Andrew Mills
20 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In our 30th episode, we see that knowledge comes from what learn, and you never know when you will use it. In addition, Andrew shows us the power of s...
Episode 29 - From Winchester to Princeton: Don't be scared to take any opportunities with Sophie Pye
13 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Sophie shows that you can do incredible things simply by putting yourself forward and taking up the opportunities presented to you...
Episode 28 - It’s often life’s blooper reel from which the picture perfect moments arise with Jess Beevis
06 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we take a trip overseas to Australia, where Jess shows that it's often our life bloopers from which the perfect moments arise.
Episode 27 - Be bold and follow your passion with Casey Davies-Bell
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Casey shares insight into how he found his passion with startups and community building.
Episode 26 - Following my heart, Finding myself - A journey with Aliesha Taramai
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's podcast we talk to Aliesha, a devoted student who outside of her study has followed her heart, and in doing so found herself and her identi...
Episode 25 - A deep dive into the life of Savanah, a newly registered nurse
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During today's episode, we learn that you don't always have to move away from home to change, and that sometimes home is good for support during a new...
Episode 24 - Finding the silver lining with Alby Fairbrother
06 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a graduate, Alby shares with us invaluable knowledge about how he continues to learn on a daily basis, but also reflects on the journey he has been...
Episode 23 - School, gap year adventures and mental health with Cristina Barriga
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our incredible guest this afternoon shows us that so many positives can come from having a gap year, and that it's alright to take time to figure out ...
Episode 22 - Growing through our experiences with Daniel Diamond
16 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest today gives insight into moving from big city to small city, from home to university and how he is settling in as time goes on.
Episode 21 - Culture and community with Melissa Lama
09 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kicking off 2022 with a bang, we talk to Melissa, who has an incredible story. Often we hear of the end result, but Melissa has gone through an incred...
Episode 20 - An Audience with Joshuaa Alefosio-Pei
26 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
To round off the year we talk to Josh about the incredible opportunities he has taken through his journey
Episode 19 - The importance of knowing who you are with Marcus Campbell
19 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Marcus joins us for an amazing chat about the importance of knowing who you are and sticking true to that.
Episode 18 - reaching out with Isabella Sinnema
12 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Isabella tells her story of how she has got to where she is
Episode 17 - Gotta risk it for the biscuit with Jenna Reddy
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jenna shows us that in order to find yourself you've got to risk it for the biscuit!
Episode 16 - New life during a pandemic with Abigail Spratt
31 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Abigail shares her viewpoints on year 13 and how her transition has been since moving to New Zealand
Episode 15 - Navigation with purpose, featuring special guest Cam Young
24 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Another amazing guest joins our podcast to explain how we can navigate our own worlds with purpose
Episode 14 - You don't know what you don't know (and that's okay!)
17 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tiara shows us it's alright to not know everything, and opens our eyes to the life of an international student
Episode 13 - DMC's with Dani
09 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What's it like to live a diverse life? Tune in to listen to Dani explain how she leads her life
Episode 12 - Becoming Legendary with Cameron Prince
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you overcome challenges in lockdown as a head prefect? Cameron explains his ways of coping
Episode 11 - Lozza's life with Laura Kelly
26 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With our podcast's keeping on rolling, we talk to Laura about how you overcome struggles when life doesn't go your way
Episode 10 - Breaking the mould with Manaaki Hoepo
19 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hei whakanui i te wiki o te reo Maori ka korero maatau mo te tikanga o te maori me te pehea e pakaru ai te pokepokea ai
Episode 9 - Year 13 vibes with Quinn Straker
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Another week means another episode. Quinn gives us insight into how it feels being a year 13 during this busy yet unpredictable time of the year
Episode 8 - Pacific point of view with Ruthie Konusi and Agnes Valasi
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With not all students being New Zealand European, we spoke to Ruthie and Agnes about how they stay true to their pacific roots while navigating univer...
Episode 7 - Dreams and Perspectives with Alex-Zander Harris-Hart
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We thought we would talk to Alex about his dreams and perspectives about Health Sci First Year, Medicine and then his transition to Physiotherapy. Tun...
Episode 6 - Heading north with Dania Haddawi
29 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With Prajesh and I both being centred in Dunedin, we thought it was time to spread our wings. Listen as we talk to Dania about lockdown up north and h...
Episode 5 - Lockdown legends Kayla Coyne and Theresa Hills
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of baskets of knowledge, we look to see the opposite side of the story of two first year students who have gone home for lockdown. Tun...
Episode 4 - Life in lockdown with Laura Kehely
22 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With New Zealand moving into level 4, it's time for a lockdown special. With our special guest Laura Kehely, we discuss what lockdown looks like for p...
Episode 3 - Term 3 and year 13
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Before lockdown occurred, we were able to discuss what happens in term 3 and what it means being in year 13 through Tane's experiences. Tune in to see...
Episode 2 - Money
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we reflect on how we have filled our baskets before diving into some talk surrounding money, and changing the mindset about whether debt is a ne...
Episode 1 - Baskets of Knowledge
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in as we start our journey by explaining who we are and what it is we aim to achieve through the Baskets of Knowledge podcast