Baskets Of Knowledge

• What If Everything Did Work Out? Margot Korhonen on Courage, Chronic Fatigue & Creating Connected Communities

  In this powerful episode of Baskets of Knowledge, Margot Korhonen, a Community Coach and Creative, shares how one simple question, “What if everything did work out?”, changed the course of her life.From being a single mum dreaming of small comforts to becoming a homeowner, artist, and author of Creating Connected Communities, Margot’s journey is a masterclass in courage, self-leadership, and love.She opens up about carrying the BRCA1 gene, overcoming chronic fatigue, and learning to lead with compassion instead of perfection.You’ll learn how to:Dream bigger than fearProtect your peace through healthy boundariesListen when your body whispers before it screamsTransform pain into purposeIf you’ve ever felt stuck, tired, or unsure of what’s next, this conversation will remind you that you’re stronger, wiser, and more capable than you think.Tune in to Baskets of Knowledge on Spotify a podcast about transformation, mindset, and the power of human stories.

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• Change, Liminal Space and Choosing the Right Emoji | with Janelle Hulin

  Change is inevitable, but growth is a choice.In this episode of Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Janelle Hulin, author, speaker, and proud “emoji enthusiast,” to unpack the beauty and chaos of change.From raising six children while homeschooling across continents to losing a career she loved, Janelle shares how she discovered the power of the Liminal Space,  that uncertain in-between where transformation begins.You’ll learn how to:💡 Let go without losing yourself💡 Build resilience through uncertainty💡 Bring lightness and laughter into serious change💡 Find Confident Hope even when life feels messyIf you’re navigating transition, career, identity, purpose, or perspective, this episode will help you find humor, healing, and hope.

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• How One Missing Credit Led to a STEM Career | Liahna Smith on Non-Linear Paths, Mental Health & Taking Uncomfortable Opportunities

  What happens when being "one credit short" becomes the catalyst for an extraordinary journey?Join us for an emotional and inspiring conversation with Liahna Smith, a 23-year-old wahine toa from Taranaki who's redefining what career success looks like. Currently working with Pūhoro STEM Academy (on secondment from Why Ora), Liahna shares her raw and real journey from feeling "not ready" to becoming a voice for Māori rangatahi across five secondary schools.In this episode, we explore:Navigating rejection and turning setbacks into opportunitiesThe power of saying YES to uncomfortable opportunitiesWorking in kaupapa Māori organizations and connecting with cultural identityMental health, grief, and finding purpose after lossThe reality of non-linear career pathwaysWhy being uncomfortable is where growth happensTransitioning from national-level athlete to youth mentor and coachBuilding confidence and finding your voice in professional spacesTopics covered: Career development, Māori education, STEM pathways, mental health awareness, grief and loss, sports psychology, youth mentorship, cultural identity, professional growth, asking for help, imposter syndrome, work-life balance, finding purposePerfect for: Young professionals, educators, career changers, parents, coaches, anyone navigating uncertainty, Māori and Indigenous professionals, STEM advocates, youth workersRecorded during Mental Health Awareness Week, this conversation is a masterclass in resilience, authenticity, and the courage to take opportunities even when you don't feel "ready."Baskets of Knowledge brings you real conversations with real people doing extraordinary mahi in Aotearoa New Zealand.🎧 Subscribe so you never miss an episode 💬 Share with someone who needs to hear this ⭐ Leave us a review- it helps others find these important conversations#Podcast #CareerAdvice #NewZealand #MāoriCulture #STEMeducation #MentalHealth #PersonalDevelopment #YouthEmpowerment #Taranaki #Leadership

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• Kodrean Eashae on Leadership, Legacy & The Voice of Aroha

  When Kodrean Eashae couldn’t find space for his voice, he built one.In this episode of Baskets of Knowledge, we explore how Voice of Aroha became a home for refugee and migrant stories in Aotearoa. Kodrean shares his journey from feeling unheard to creating a platform that now uplifts hundreds of young people across New Zealand.Expect deep reflection, practical insights, and an emotional reminder that leadership begins with community.Listen if you’re curious about:Refugee leadership in AotearoaRepresentation in storytellingBuilding communities through arohaLeaving a legacy as a “good ancestor”Follow, share, and rate the podcast, your support helps amplify these voices.#VoiceOfAroha #KodreanEashae #RefugeeVoices #CommunityLeadership #BasketsOfKnowledge #Podcast #Aotearoa

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• “You’re More Likely to Become Homeless Than a Millionaire” – The Story of Kiyara Glasgow

  This week on Baskets of Knowledge, we sit down with Kiyara Glasgow, a 19-year-old student whose journey will shift how you see homelessness forever.From sleeping in cars and park benches at 13, to earning a scholarship and studying at AUT, Kiyara’s story is a powerful reminder that our circumstances don’t define uz our choices do.She opens up about:Life as a homeless teenager in AotearoaHow education became her lifelineThe power of mentorship and human kindnessWhy we all need to start asking, “Are you okay?”A conversation that will stay with you long after you’ve listened.Tune in now on Spotify or YouTube — and don’t forget to follow Baskets of Knowledge for more stories that move, challenge, and inspire.

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