The Vibe Lifter Podcast

Meet Alice Fitzgerald - CEO of The Gut Foundation NZ

In this episode of The Vibe Lifter Podcast, Tesh chats with Alice Fitzgerald - CEO of The Gut Foundation NZ. Alice is on a mission to improve Kiwi's digestive gut health - an important one, as we were shocked to learn that NZ currently has the highest rates of bowel disease in the world! To learn more about The Gut Foundation NZ, head to https://www.thegut.org.nz/.

Meet Linda, the quiet force behind Kids in Need Waikato who’s helping tamariki in care feel seen, supported, and loved.

In this episode of The Vibe Lifter Podcast, Dana chats with Linda Roil from Kids in Need Waikato. Linda shares how a simple idea turned into a movement supporting thousands of tamariki in care with aroha, essentials, and community kindness.

Meet Oonagh, the cacao ambassador championing ethical and sustainable chocolate

Oonagh Browne is a master chocolatier, cacao ambassador, and co-founder of Weave Cacao, working closely with farmers across the Pacific to bring ethical, high-quality cacao to the world. Originally from Ireland, Oonagh’s journey into chocolate is anything but ordinary. From deep historical and cultural roots to the health benefits of cacao, she shares incredible insights into the world of chocolate—beyond just taste. As an Edmund Hillary Fellow, she’s not only crafting some of the finest chocolate but also advocating for fair pay, sustainable farming practices, and better livelihoods for cacao growers. Tune in as we explore the impact of ethical cacao, the importance of sustainability in the industry, and why the future of chocolate depends on responsible sourcing.

Meet Marco, the impact-driven entrepreneur helping professionals transition into high-paying careers and the climate industry.

Marco Morawec is an impact entrepreneur at the intersection of talent, education, and climate. Originally from Germany, he started in the US with $18 in his pockets.  In the last decade, he bootstrapped his online education company to be the market leader, helped 1,000s of people transition into higher-paying jobs, and eventually got acquired by the fastest-growing EdTech company at the time, Trilogy Education. At Trilogy he scaled the entire online offering into an 8-figure business in the first year, culminating in a $750M acquisition. Today, he’s growing Climate Drift [https://www.climatedrift.com/i/149046343/the-climate-drift-career-accelerator-bringing-the-best-talent-into-climate], providing training, networking opportunities, and skill-building projects to help mid-career professionals demonstrate their value and navigate the climate job market with confidence.

Meet Catherine Cooper - General Manager of House of Science Central Waikato

On this week’s episode of The Vibe Lifter Podcast, we’re sitting down with Catherine Cooper, General Manager of House of Science Central Waikato and the recent winner of our Raglan Community Fund! 🌱💚 🌟 In this episode: 🔹 How Catherine and her team are bringing science to life for students with hands-on resources that spark curiosity. 🔹 The challenges and rewards of empowering educators and making science more accessible in schools. 🔹 Her vision for the future of science learning and the lasting impact it can have on our tamariki. 💡 Catherine’s mahi is inspiring the next generation of thinkers, dreamers, and innovators—don’t miss this powerful conversation about the importance of science in education. 🌍