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How To Make It Work

Annika Stricker
Raglan
Freelance Journalism
Podcasting
Health Coaching
Community Development
Art
Animal Welfare
Cacao
Diversity and Inclusion In Storytelling
New Zealand
Community Support
Community Engagement
Photography
Women's Empowerment
Climate Change
Biodiversity
Asthma
Floofsters
Values Trust
Surf Culture

"How to Make It Work" is a local radio show and podcast sharing real stories of people who’ve found creative, remote, or unconventional ways to build a working life in Raglan. From online businesses to freelance careers, we dive into how people make it work—for their lifestyle, their income, and their community.

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Evelyn Coulson
Co-founder and manager of Black Sheep Circus Entertainment
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Episode: Bringing Circus to the Community
Russell Higginbotham
Photographer known for capturing candid moments and emotions at events.
Episode: Capturing Life Through the Lens
Stina Svensson
Creative gardener, artist, and the powerhouse behind Sprout Gardener.
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Episode: Growing a Gardening Business
Bruci Schiavinato Jordão
Laser scanning specialist from Brazil
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Episode: Carving Out a Technical Career in Laser Scanning
Stephanie Philp
NLP coach, author, and expert in personal transformation
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Episode: Rewiring your Mindset
Miranda Jane Caird
Artist with over two decades of experience capturing the essence of New Zealand landscapes through her work.
Episode: Making a Living from Art
Dr. Kiri Walden
Chiropractor, nervous system strategist, and owner of Wild Coast Collective
Wild Coast Collective
Episode: Running a Business without Burning Out
Leonie Anholts
Surf photographer, retreat organizer, and educator based in Raglan.
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Episode: Becoming a Surf Photographer
Irma Schutte
Founder of the cacao business Mamamuti, originally from South Africa, with a background in homeopathy and health coaching.
Mamamuti
Episode: Owning an Ethical Cacao Business

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Annika
Host of How To Make It Work
Nina Nouk
Founder of The Dames Surf Club; host of aspects of the show focused on community and surfing

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#100
Ireland/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#246
New Zealand/Business/Careers

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Bringing Circus to the Community
Q: When was the moment you thought about creating your own business?
After moving to Raglan, Evelyn and her partner decided to create their own circus business because they saw a lack of similar offerings in the area.
Bringing Circus to the Community
Q: What's your favorite gear, circus gear?
Evelyn expressed that her favorite gear is the hula hoop, emphasizing that everyone can learn to hula hoop.
Bringing Circus to the Community
Q: How was traveling and working for a circus?
Evelyn shared that touring is one of her favorite experiences, allowing her to fully immerse herself in circus life while connecting with a vibrant community.
Bringing Circus to the Community
Q: How did you get into circus, Evelyn?
Evelyn transitioned from gymnastics to circus arts after discovering aerial silk training in Wellington at the age of 20.
Capturing Life Through the Lens
Q: What advice do you have for the listeners?
Be present in your own life and appreciate everything.

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The show shines a light on unconventional, lifestyle-friendly work in Raglan, featuring creators, business owners, and artists who blend vocation with community and place. Across episodes, listeners hear how individuals turned passions into livelihoods—circus and performing arts, photography, gardening, surf coaching, and holistic wellness—while balancing family, travel, and local impact. Guests often discuss practical paths to sustainable income, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the importance of community, mentorship, and representation in niche fields. A notable thread is empowering women and underrepresented voices, with many episodes offering actionable advice for turning creative work into a viable career.

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1. Evelyn Coulson
2. Russell Higginbotham
3. Stina Svensson
4. Bruci Schiavinato Jordão
5. Stephanie Philp
6. Miranda Jane Caird
7. Dr. Kiri Walden
8. Leonie Anholts

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