Wondering Women
Otago Access Radio
Produced By: OAR FM Dunedin
Programme Website
Ever wonder about the stories of women around you? We wanted to create an intentional space for women to share the wisdom they have gained through their life experiences. Tune in to be in awe of some Wonder Women in our midst.
All Episodes
The Gift of Walking With Others
Published: 09/11/2025 8:00 a.m.
Today we hear from Sheila Mark, who shares about her ministry in Chaplaincy and her work as a wedding and funeral celebrant. Sheila speaks beautifully about the importance of relationships and the privilege of being part of people’s lives. Listen in to hear her wisdom and heartfelt reflections. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Bin Inn: Where Community Meets Sustainability
Published: 26/10/2025 8:00 a.m.
Today we chat with Monique, owner of Bin Inn—an inspiring store that champions sustainable shopping. At Bin Inn, customers are encouraged to bring their own containers, helping reduce waste and save money—a true win-win! Monique shares the joys and challenges of running a business rooted in sustainability, how much she enjoys connecting with her community, and some surprise learnings along the way. Tune in to be inspired! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Global health research and travel with Caroline
Published: 12/10/2025 10:00 a.m.
Another SPECIAL EDITION episode in Ghana. Chat with Caroline about travel, global health, and seizing life’s opportunities. Her outlook is inspiring — “you don’t know unless you try” truly defines her journey. From stand-up poetry, Latin dance, and drama to research projects in Peru, Ghana, and Canada, she’s done it all. She’s traveled New Zealand, attended UN and WHO conferences worldwide, and now studies medicine while doing summer research in Ghana. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Compassion, curiosity and Sickle cell disease
Published: 28/9/2025 10:00 a.m.
A short and sweet episode infused with beauty and wisdom. Lydian shares her journey into Sickle Cell research—an often underfunded area of medical care that largely impacts people from countries across sub-Saharan Africa. Although Lydian is from the Netherlands, where Sickle Cell is much less common, her experiences learning from patients with roots in the Global South deeply influenced her pursuit of knowledge in this field. Lydian was a beautiful human to sit with—oozing love, connection, and warmth. I thoroughly enjoyed sharing space with her, and I know anyone listening will feel this too. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Making the most of College living
Published: 14/9/2025 10:00 a.m.
In this episode we are joined by Pauline Donovan, Head of College at University College, one of Otago University’s residential colleges. A former Unicol student herself, Pauline has come full circle—returning after an initial career in teaching to lead the college community. In this conversation, she reflects on how student life has changed over the past few decades and offers her wisdom on making the most of College life today. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
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