Ageing Fearlessly Podcast

Episode 85 Opal Mining, One Woman's Courageous Sea Change

In her late teens Vicki Bokros was managing bikini boutiques on the Queensland Gold Coast, a dream job for a young woman.  An acquaintance, who regularly visited the Gold Coast showed her some coloured glass. Each small piece had expensive price tags. Vicki's interest was piqued and off she went on a road trip to Lightning Ridge to learn more. This one trip sparked a sea change " from the ocean to the outback" followed by an apprenticeship as opal miner in a predominantly male town. A fascinating story of courage, determination, and success. 

#opalmining #opals #preciousgems #lightningridge #seachange #outbackaustralia #passion #courage #purpose #blackopal #gemstones

Episode 84 Turning Trash into Treasure

Peter Cooke, Lightning Ridge local, better-known for his role in TV series, “Outback Opal Hunters, is much more than the opal miner. Peter’s love of collecting junk/trash, I mean ‘treasure’ and crafting it into unique and quirky sculptures keeps him busy long after a hard day in the mine fields has finished. Peter shares his passion for life, and the joy of living in this remote outback opal mining town. 

#trash #treasure #stories #opal #opalmining #colour #gems #lightningridge #creativity #trashandtreasure #sculptures 

Episode 83 A Meaningful Retirement with Dorset Sutton

Ever wondered how you would find new meaning in your life after retirement? Dorset Sutton had no idea that it would be so hard to do just this, after returning to Australia and retiring from a long and successful career in the corporate world. With a positive mindset, both he and his wife Jenny found a philanthropic environmental project that has been the key to the fulfilling life they deserve.  #philanthropic #crayweed #SIMS #retirement #fulfillment #meaningful 

Episode 82 Breathe to Live

Emma Shearman shares her knowledge of Breath Work and Ice Baths and the benefits to our health and well-being, in particular our mental health. During Covid, Emma was introduced to Free Diving, something she is now passionate about. Emma loves the ocean and spends her downtime surfing, spear fishing and now free diving. Listen and learn some simple breathing techniques that can be used in your everyday life to help reduce stress and to be able to focus on the task at hand. 

#breathe #breathwork #meditation #yoga #mindfulness #pranayama #selfcare #healing #breath #wellness #love #breathing #selflove #breathworkhealing #health #mentalhealth #meditate #prana #yogapractice #breathingexercises #consciousness #yogateacher #gratitude #nature #energyhealing #spirituality #spiritualawakening #alchemy #wimhof 

Episode 81 Back In The Groove

The past 12 months for entertainers has been a time of knuckling down and creating. Aly Cook one of NZ's a well-known singer/songwriter spent last year producing new music and living life by getting back to a more harmonious life, growing produce and hanging out on the land.

With the opening of the bubble between NZ and Aus she flew "across the ditch", and I was fortunate to have her in the studio for a chat about her new song "Prize Ribbons. Aly also shared her new business partnership with Gerry Beckley, best known for his band America. 

#America #gerrybeckley #alycook #musicians #music #songwriting #singing #entertainment #emerging 

Episode 80 New Beginnings

Brent Martin, from Vancouver/Whistler BC, Canada is an adventure enthusiast.  In his mid 50's Brent pivoted his career and  followed his heart to build a new lifestyle and business, that combines both nature and adventure.  This new direction brings Brent and his family endless joy and a real sense of connection.  Brent shares his story with Karen and the Ageing Fearlessly Listeners

#adventure #adventureenthusiasts #mountainbiking #hiking #meditation #breath #yoga #healthandwellness #canada #ceremonies #coldwatersubmersion #camping #nature #mountains #trails #glamping #outdoors #freshair #rituals