Amplifying Us

14/02/2023

Ending today with a page from ‘love’ ♥️ for the friends, our friends. Unwritten love stories, each and every one

07/12/2021

“The culture of generosity and the sharing economy has become so much more a part of everyday life. It is so critical for us to actually move forward, truely sustainably..”

Listen to our latest episode with Anneliese & Sarah of Magic Beans App here: https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/89f223cc/community-produce-sharing-with-anneliese-hough-and-sarah-grant-magic-beans

21/11/2021

Today we release a NEW episode featuring a pair of thought leaders & innovators in the world of produce.

We are pleased to welcome Anneliese Hough & Sarah Grant of Magic Beans. Magic Beans is a sharing platform that will connect people in the same neighbourhoods, to exchange home-grown produce and assist each other in growing fresh, healthy food.

It was incredibly inspiring to hear of their journey, moving from what started as a page to connect community & now growing into a vision of a global movement.

Listen to the podcast episode here: https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/89f223cc/community-produce-sharing-with-anneliese-hough-and-sarah-grant-magic-beans

A place to amplify women’s voices – particularly around food, food production, food security, and the challenges of leading in this complex world of Climate Change. 

04/11/2021

"With girls in general, there's just that little hurdle of confidence. That sometimes you just need to back yourself and know that you might not be good at it straight away, but no one is.. so just give it a go".

Listen to the latest podcast episode with inspiring young women Maegen & Emma Blom!

https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/86920b06/embarking-on-agri-careers-with-maegan-blom-and-emma-blom

31/10/2021

Today we release a new podcast episode featuring the budding leaders & bundles of energy that is Maegen Blom & Emma Blom!

Already at a young age they have had many adventures. It was truely humbling to hear the unique perspective from the girls as they take on board what they have learned from those around them and look to apply themselves in creating better future opportunities both for themselves and for their peers.

You can listen to the podcast episode here: https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/86920b06/embarking-on-agri-careers-with-maegan-blom-and-emma-blom

19/10/2021

"There is always the opportunity to change direction.." - Cheyenne Wilson.

Some inspiring ideas discussed with in my latest podcast episode! You can listen to it here: https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/d5a4cac9/lifes-opportunities-and-changing-direction-with-cheyenne-wilson

17/10/2021

WE ARE OFFICIALLY BACK!

Kicking off our new season of podcasts I am beyond pleased to introduce an inspiring young lady, Cheyenne Wilson.

In this episode we speak about the challenges Cheyenne faced & how she perserved through the difficulties with changing career direction.

There is a lot to be learned with Cheyenne and her brave attitude of blazing her own trail & living a life where she is not afraid to change direction.

Listen to the podcast here:
https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/d5a4cac9/lifes-opportunities-and-changing-direction-with-cheyenne-wilson

05/10/2021

Very excited to shed a small bit of light on a new season of episodes we are working on behind the curtains..

Expect to see & hear a LOT more from us soon. For now, here is a sneak peak at one of our new interviews yet to be released, featuring two visionary women pushing the envelope on developing global food systems through their new app ‘Magic Beans’.

They have 3 days left in their Pledge Me crowdfunding campaign. Show your support for this trailblazing initiative and keep an ear out for our new podcast episode with Anneliese & Sarah soon!

https://www.pledgeme.co.nz/projects/6980-magic-beans-community-produce-sharing

25/06/2021

Feeling like we belong is a fundamental driver of human behavior. When we feel we belong we unleash our greatest potential for contribution. I meet so many women who feel they dont. Not a podcast my friends but well worth the watch. Why supporting women feel they belong has been my lifes work. Resonate with you?

Lindy Nelson MNZM (founder, Agri-Women's Development Trust) speaks at E Tipu 2021: The Boma NZ Agri Summit on culture and belonging being vital to women's co...

21/03/2021

In this delightful podcast I talk Helen Blom a woman who has a love for adventure, dreaming big and following a path least travelled.

In a world where we are being asked to increasingly pivot and change how we produce food we can draw inspiration from Helen who has mastered the art of pivoting and taking her team ( including her family) on this adventure.

From arriving in New Zealand as a pack backer, to milking cows, having their own farm, to mussels and tourism Helen and her husband Art are a finely tuned team. With a shared love of adventure, a dose of courage and optimism they have forged a non- traditional pathway.

There are plenty of gems in here about partnerships, family, and leadership- a must listen.

Listen here
https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/22f96565/a-road-less-travelled-with-helen-blom-van-echtelt

A podcast that aims to amplify women’s voices around agriculture, food, food security, and the challenges of leading in this complex world of Climate Change. A place where women can feel they belong and discover who they want to be.

27/02/2021

Last week I have a keynote for a wonderful event "Refill your Cup" for rural women. I talked about confidence and belonging. This was one of my slides and I asked the audience what did they see? This is my gorgeous grandaughter waiting for me to take her to a concert. She is unburdened by others opinions, present in the moment and joyfully anticipating. I then asked the question "When did you start to think you were not enough"?

24/02/2021

Privileged to be speaking this year. I love how Kaila creates, engages and delivers this premium event- She deeply questions and inspires her presenters to bring their whole selves to the discussion. And her brains trust.... mostly amazing women.

22/02/2021

This episode was recorded at the end of last year- My friend and colleague Sara said "hey Lindy lets here a bit of your story" We talked about my early years in farming, why I made it my mission to serve women in food production around the world, what leadership means to me and vulnerability.

With 10 episodes now under my belt I would love to be able to reach more women, connect with more women to interview and share our stories more widely. Can you help? As always I love hearing from you especially what resonates for you.- Lindy

You can Listen to this episode here. https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/b6f1c64d/turning-the-tables-lindys-journey-with-sara-heard

A podcast that aims to amplify women’s voices around agriculture, food, food security, and the challenges of leading in this complex world of Climate Change. A place where women can feel they belong and discover who they want to be.

19/02/2021

In this episode the tables are turned and I am interviewed by my friend and colleague Sara Heard to share some of my story about my mission to serve women in food production around the world, how my early experiences helped shaped my thinking and what


leadership means to me today. Listen here
https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/b6f1c64d/turning-the-tables-lindys-journey-with-sara-heard

A place to amplify women’s voices – particularly around food, food production, food security, and the challenges of leading in this complex world of Climate Change. 

27/12/2020

My last podcast for 2020 is a nod to the past. What are the lessons we need to remember about wool, sustainability, diversification and urban/rural partnerships? Through her early life representing NZ in the Miss World and Universe Pageants, Gaye was able to put NZ wool on a global stage. Later farming with her husband Tom, her experiences of fashion, and her ability to put people at ease helped support new ventures like the deer industry and large community events

Listen here https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/378ad408/clues-to-the-future-with-gaye-williams

29/11/2020

Last night I saw the opening of the movie Misbehavior, the story of the first women of colour to win Miss World (Jennifer Hosten) and the beginning of Women's Liberation Movement whose aim was to disrupt the competition. Pre movie we heard from a women I am so proud to call my friend Gaye Williams. Gaye was Miss NZ 1965 and represented us at Miss World. Pre show she kept us spellbound with stories of her time representing her country, the relationships she developed and how the NZ wool board became the sponsors All her dresses were made of wool, including this amazing wool lace dress we are holding up. Still as beautiful as the day it was made. After her global adventures Gaye married a local farmer and together they have had huge impact both locally and within the NZ agri sector. I hope to record her story soon. Made me realise how proud we were of wool in 1960 and how it represented us back then.

27/11/2020

Today I picked this bouquet of flowers from my garden for the women, my friend who planted every one of these plants over the last 10 years while Ive been on my crusade to Amplify women. She saw and tended to my garden while I planted seeds of aspiration in others. Thank you to all women who support the aspirations of others

26/11/2020

Your going to love this episode. What happens when preparedness for leadership meets opportunity to apply it? In this podcast we will meet Karen Williams who show us about courage, collaboration and building credibility. How a potential disaster meets a woman who was prepared to put her own self -interests aside, find her courage muscle and collaborate for the greater good of her community, growers and an Industry.
https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/6d803e40/leadership-for-impact-with-karen-williams

07/11/2020

Feeling very grateful that after a few weeks break you fabulous folk have downloaded and listened to "the switch" over 260 times

03/11/2020

Sorry for the break, but I think you will agree it was worth waiting for!

How do you use your experiences outside of agri to add value and make the switch? Susan Goodfellow is an agri entrepreneur but like so many of us had doubts around her creditability as her initial training was in project management and design. Her story demonstrates how when we recognise the value of our transferable skills/ strengths and the leadership skills we learn within our families -we learn to trust ourselves and find our purpose.

Her lightbulb moment came a few years ago working on a water project “how can I create sustainable land use options for farmers and remove the barrier to market”? Her solution lead to co- founding left field innovations a purpose led enterprise creating a better New Zealand through sustainable food production that delivers higher nutrition and value
https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/1fca3c45/making-the-switch-with-susan-goodfellow

The recording at the beginning is a bit stilled as I lost my original interview and had to voice over....but ignore me and listen to the gems Susan shares

02/11/2020

Its been a few weeks but the wait is over, stay tuned for the next installment of my latest podcast "making the switch"

01/09/2020

Last week I talked to Lynda McDonald, whose lifelong curiosity has taken her many places and shaped the way she sees and now does things. There was a day when overwhelmed with too much on her plate and a big life impact, Lynda got some great advice “stop spinning so many plates, people don’t remember how many plates you spin, only the ones you drop”. In this episode I explore growing leadership through understanding your why, what and how.
These days she is very intentional on keeping her bucket full - leading with integrity and being true to herself. She’s a Kiwi girl with global influence in the dairy sector, she doesn’t like to focus on what she has done, it is more around ‘who she is’ and ‘what she stands for’.
Love to hear what resonates with you in this podcast?
https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/282bf64f/curiosity-is-my-why-with-lynda-mcdonaldn

14/08/2020

Wonderful conversations with Rachel Taulelei around finding our voice, knowing who we are as leaders and embracing our inner unicorn- that ability to stand out and being comfortable with our difference. "The beauty of being a unicorn is that you are seen and half the battle of being heard is being seen.
Listen here: https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/bb36356c/unicorn-moments
Find our more about Rachel here: https://www.amplifyingus.com/our-guests

09/08/2020

"taking control of the message" see how this Scottish farmer is using her influence to engage with a broad audience around the world. Love this picture of Joyce Campbell and her latest influence venture filming with BBC2 "this farm life"
Listen to her podcast here:
https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/36edbd7c/joyce-campbell-finding-her-influence

07/08/2020

In time for your weekend fix this week we talk to Joyce Campbell .A Scottish farmer in the remote highlands of Scotland and all round gorgeous human. Through the lens of her camera and her team of dogs she is influencing audiences throughout the world by sharing her farming life and story on social media. She is a champion for the natural environment, sheep production, enabling success for women food producers and building community. In this episode we unpick what lead Joyce to influence through her lens, what’s happening as a result and the wider leadership she is engaging in now.
To listen click here:https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/36edbd7c/joyce-campbell-finding-her-influence

31/07/2020

29/07/2020

Explore the side of Theresa Gattung that few get to hear and why she believes believes food production and food business are the real economy and women are key to its success. Where purpose meets profit dives into all the big subjects of feminism, personal power over positional power, the act of radical generosity, women and leadership and what she has taught me about the real value of money.

Find the podcast here:
https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/6f2741c5/purpose-meets-profit
Learn more about Theresa here: https://www.amplifyingus.com/our-guests

19/07/2020

I think Lisa shares so much about a Maori world view here as well as how she has navigated her journey. So much for us all to learn how to be together
I'm loving comments coming in from this podcast insights for all of us not just women . "Wow what an interview. Truly inspirational"
"Loved this so much. Ka nui te aroha e hoa mā".
"Ngā mihi mō ōu whakaaro. Deeply appreciated your authentic kōrero"

Love to hear how you found it?

Listen here: https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/19a7e5c1/navigating-through-uncertainty-with-lisa-te-heuheu

17/07/2020

In time for the weekend. 'Navigating through uncertainty' with Lisa te Heuheu. In this episode Lisa shares her journey of finding her own voice, building authenticity and resilience and finding the courage to not be like everyone else. We explore how her love of adventure has given her a compass to navigate through uncertainty and challenge in her roles alongside a comfort to fail.
Find the podcast here:
https://www.amplifyingus.com/podcast/episode/19a7e5c1/navigating-through-uncertainty-with-lisa-te-heuheu
Learn more about Lisa here: https://www.amplifyingus.com/our-guests

10/07/2020

If you want an inspirational listen this weekend then pop your earbuds in, head over to the website where you can listen directly or go to where you get your podcasts and settle in. Vicki Saunders is one amazing woman transforming our world through the idea of and the power of women supporting other women.