
I'm Renee and in 2022, I caught Covid 19. It flipped my world upside down. I went from being a City Councillor for Palmerston North, to being bedbound and in a powerchair. I've now been diagnosed with Long Covid, Fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue. I'm still waiting on hospital departments so will probably end up with more diagnoses. I would say I'm now 3% of what I used to be. I started this radio... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 11 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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| Category | Health & Fitness | ||||

Hugh briefly takes over the show to announce the end of year hiatus and new episodes in 2026. A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
This week we move away from our usual format to bring you half an hour of discussion on the issues I am currently having with capacity. It's a bit of a rant, but hopefully entertaining and perhaps even informative. Normal service will resume as soon ... more
Special Interest Interview: Catherine Appleby introduces us to the concept of "Rest as a Warrior Pursuit". We look at some reasons why Rest is so important and why we sometimes struggle with it. Lived Experience Interview: We then chat with Britney C... more
Special Interest Interview: We chat with NZ Author Laura Wolf about her book "Working Through Chronic Pain and Fatigue". Have a listen, then check out this book or her collection of romance novels. www.laurawolfbookclub.wordpress.com Lived Experience... more
Special Interest Interview: Our first interview discusses modalities to calm the nervous system, with Lauren Turner from Hokonui Physio. Have a listen, then visit their website here: www.hokonuiphysio.com Lived Experience Interview: We then hear from... more
Special Interest Interview: Today, we meet Larisa Hockey, one of the leaders of Long Covid Support Aotearoa. We talk about what Long Covid is, symptoms, and the challenges that people with Long Covid can face. We also talk about the Long Covid Suppor... more
Special Interest Interview: We talk to Palmerston North Mayor Grant Smith about the different ways that Council supports people with chronic illness or disabilities. Local elections are happening now throughout the country. Have a listen to these exa... more
Special Interest Interview: We chat with Jane from Kiwi CRPS Charitable Trust about Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and how their organisation can help. Listen in, and check out their website: www.kiwicrps.co.nz Lived Experience Interview: We also me... more
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Focusing on the realities of living with chronic illnesses such as Long Covid and Fibromyalgia, episodes often feature interviews with individuals who share their personal experiences and insights on managing these conditions. A distinctive element is the inclusion of both expert opinions from healthcare professionals and narratives from those with lived experiences, emphasizing the need for empathy and understanding within the healthcare system. The podcast also highlights broader social issues relating to health accessibility and the advocacy needed for change, creating a platform for discussion that seeks to educate listeners about the complexities of chronic illness and the importance of community support.
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Recent guests on Sick and Tired Aotearoa include:
1. Catherine Appleby
2. Britney Cheng
3. Laura Wolf
4. Sarah Hoefhamer
5. Lauren Turner
6. Larisa Hockey
7. Thomas Goss
8. Aine Kelly-Costello
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