The Joy Jam
Episodes
Episode 230 - THE JOY OF FLEXIBLE PLANNING
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a planner? And what happens when those well detailed plans need to change? Do you cope? How can we be flexible and embrace change? Produced...
Episode 229 - THE JOY OF BEING WINTER READY
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Instead of seeing winter as a season to simply survive how can we reframe that so we can mentally, emotionally and physically thrive. Are you ready fo...
Episode 228 - THE JOY OF A GOOD OUTFIT
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are often judged by what we wear. What do you want people to see when they look at you? Are you giving yourself permission to be you?
The Joy Jam Episode 227 - THE JOY OF BEING NUERODIVERGENT
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you often wondered why you don't seem to fit in and having to pretend to be 'normal'? Are you creative and its easy to become obsessed to hyperfo...
The Joy Jam Episode 226 - THE JOY OF KNOWING OURSELVES
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As we age, we are often more self aware about who we are, our values and the way we tick. Maree shares how you're never too old to learn new things ab...
The Joy Jam Episode 225 - THE JOY OF BIRTHDAY'S
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On Maree's birthday she reflects on taking responsibility for our own joy rather than waiting for joy to come to us. She shares stories of birthdays o...
The Joy Jam Episode 224 -THE JOY OF DITCHING I CAN'T
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Maree discusses breaking down those unhelpful road blocks we put up in our lives supposedly to keep us safe but they stop us from thriving. AI helps w...
The Joy Jam Episode 223 - THE JOY OF TRANSITION w/ Lynette
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Maree interviews Lynette Butler, certified Life Coach on her business which helps people transition into retirement, a new career, travel or any other...
The Joy Jam Episode 222 - NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS OR NOT? - w/ Sonia
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Maree interviews Mind Empowerment expert Sonia McIndoe about her coaching business and new retreat venture. We discussed the validity of New Years res...
The Joy Jam Episode 221 - WHEN CHRISTMAS ISN'T JOYOUS
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For many, Christmas isn't a wonderful time of year. Grief, family conflict, financial pressure and loneliness can make for a sad and stressful season....
The Joy Jam Episode 220 - CHOOSING JOY THIS SEASON
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed this time of year? Maree shares tips on how to choose joy this season.
The Joy Jam Episode 219 - THE GIFT OF THE SEASON
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we head into this busy, crazy time of year, Maree contemplates what is important. To create wonderful memories give someone your time.
The Joy Jam Episode 218 - THE JOY OF FOSTERING w/ Sarah
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maree interviews Sarah Laurence about the realities, challenges and joy of fostering Tamariki New Zealand. Sarah has been a caregiver for OT fore the ...
The Joy Jam Episode 217 - THE JOY OF TAKING UP SPACE
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you given yourself permission to take up space in this world or do you judge yourself to the point where you have to wear flattering clothes, ref...
The Joy Jam Episode 216 - LET'S TALK ABOUT SEX
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week: Maree finishes this series by getting down and personal on masturbation, fantasies and sexual quirks.
The Joy Jam Episode 215 - LET'S TALK ABOUT SEX - w/ Douglas
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Interview with Douglas Seivers Jarrett on dating, sex, relationships all from a queer perspective. We discuss how to keep intimacy alive after the hon...
The Joy Jam Episode 214 - LET'S TALK ABOUT SEX
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maree delves into the subject of dating, sex, relationships and then marrying a woman. What does intimacy look like as we mature?
The Joy Jam Episode 213 - THE JOYS OF DATING IN YOUR 50'S
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: A new serie...
The Joy Jam Episode 212 - THE JOY OF GIVING OURSELVES PERMISSION
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This Week: Do you need...
The Joy Jam Episode 211 - FINDING JOY WITH A CHRONIC ILLNESS - w/ Renee
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Maree inter...
The Joy Jam Episode 210 - THE JOY OF RAISING YOUR MIDDLE FINGER
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Do you wish...
The Joy Jam Episode 209 - WHERE DID THE ROMANCE GO?
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Maree, with...
The Joy Jam Episode 208 - WHAT MAKES US HAPPY?
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This Week: Maree share...
The Joy Jam Episode 207 - THE JOY OF BEING SEEN AND HEARD
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Maree discu...
The Joy Jam Episode 206 - THE JOY OF SURVIVING -Content Warning: Suicide-
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Maree tackl...
The Joy Jam Episode 205 - SPRING CLEANING FOR THE MIND
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Continuing ...
The Joy Jam Episode 204 - THE JOY OF FINDING OUR MOJO w/ Elise
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This Week: Maree inter...
The Joy Jam Episode 203 - THE JOY OF FINDING YOUR MOJO
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Have you lo...
The Joy Jam Episode 202
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CREATIVITY AND JOY - The final in our creative series; Maree talks to Craig Ledgans on his perspective of THE COSTUMIERS BALL WEEKEND as a crew member...
The Joy Jam Episode 201 - CREATIVITY AND JOY w/ John Gary Dainty
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This Week: Maree inter...
The Joy Jam Episode 200 - THE JOY OF A CREATIVE LIFE w/ Christina
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Continuing ...
The Joy Jam Episode 199 - THE JOY OF CREATIVITY w/ Amanda
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Maree inter...
The Joy Jam Episode 198 - THE JOY OF COSTUMING
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This Week: Maree share...
The Joy Jam Episode 197
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air.
The Joy Jam Episode 196 - THE JOY OF BEING A SINGLE PARENT - w/ Danielle
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This Week: Maree inter...
The Joy Jam Episode 195 - THE JOY OF LEARNING TE REO MAORI - w/ Steve and Kelly
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Maree conti...
The Joy Jam Episode 194 - THE JOY OF OWNING OUR STORY - w/ Steve and Kelly
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Maree inter...
The Joy Jam Episode 193 - THE JOY OF CONFLICT RESOLUTION w/ Nicky
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Maree inter...
The Joy Jam Episode 192 - THE JOY OF CHANGE AND TRANSFORMATION
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Maree looks...