Real Lives Raw Stories

Moira Murphy
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Real Lives Raw Stories, where we engage in heartfelt conversations with remarkable people who have inspiring stories to tell. This is a space where listeners can find relatability and strength in the face of life's challenges. Hear amazing true stories and be empowered by the knowledge that you are not alone. At the end of each episode I ask the guests for their feel good songs. You can listen to their suggestions on the below Spotify playlist.  Listen Here

  1. FEB 2

    Ep: 36: Anna & Kent Gibbons - Turning Loss into ​Something Meaningful and Pain into Purpose

    Today, I’m joined by Anna Gibbons, a mother of four and wellbeing coach, who tragically lost her second eldest child to depression in June 2024. This heartbreak reshaped her life and sparked her mission to support youth mental health in New Zealand. Joining us tonight is Kent, Lucca's father and he will share his journey and perspective on grief, resilience and what hope looks like. Together, they talk about life before and after loss and turning pain into purpose. Lets dive in.

    46 min

  2. JAN 5

    Ep 35: Krissy Christensen - Please Say Their Name – Stories of the Death of a Child

    Today on Real Lives Raw Stories, I’m joined by Krissy Christensen, compiler of the powerful book Please Say Their Name. Drawing on her experience as a nurse, celebrant and friend, Krissy has gathered raw, honest, and courageous stories from parents who have lost children in many different ways. These stories explore grief that never disappears but changes shape over time. This episode is an invitation to listen with compassion and honour those who have shared their experiences. Let’s dive in.

    47 min

  3. 12/01/2025

    Ep 34: Karen Hattaway - “C.R.E.A.M” It Rises to the Top. From Cheese Rolls to Award Winning Restaurants

    Today on Real Lives Raw Stories, I’m joined by Karen Hattaway — restaurateur and entrepreneur.  But her story goes far deeper — as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, she’s turned her experiences into purpose, guiding others through her philosophy C.R.E.A.M. — Courage, Resilience, Empowerment, Action, and Moving Forward. In this episode, Karen shares her journey, her inspirations, and the lessons that continue to empower her and those around her. Lets dive in.

    58 min

  4. 11/03/2025

    Ep 33: Tali Taulago-Leauma - The Silent Struggles of a Young Widow

    Tali, is a remarkable and resilient young woman who has faced unimaginable loss. Just days before Christmas in 2021, she lost her husband — the love of her life — and soon after, her beloved mum. Tali is sharing her raw story — one of heartbreak, healing, and rediscovering her authentic self. This is a conversation about love, loss, and finding light after darkness.

    45 min

  5. 10/06/2025

    Ep 32: Jared Rogers - HIIT for Hope & Your Chance to Break a Guinness World Record

    Today I’m joined by Jared Rogers — the personal trainer on a mission to bring 10,000 Kiwis together for the world’s biggest HIIT workout. We talk about the vision behind HIIT FOR HOPE, the challenges of pulling off a world-record event, and the personal story that fuels his passion. This conversation will leave you inspired — and maybe even ready to join him!

    43 min

  6. 09/01/2025

    Ep 31: Christina Thornton - Breaking the Cycle: Christina’s Journey of Resilience

    In this episode, Christina shares her powerful journey from a childhood shaped by addiction and trauma to building a successful career and creating a new life in New Zealand.  Becoming a mum marked the start of her healing, and a life-changing event led her to her true calling as a life coach. Her story is one of resilience, courage, and proving that it’s possible to rise above adversity and rewrite your future.

    47 min

  7. 08/04/2025

    Ep 30: Marina Shearer - Breaking the Silence on Her Family’s Untold History

    Today we hear from  Marina Shearer. Marina has been on an extraordinary journey of discovery, delving into her family’s remarkable — and at times harrowing — history.  Her search uncovered her father’s childhood in a Japanese concentration camp in Indonesia during World War II and opened the door to long-buried truths. This episode is a moving reminder that our past can be a powerful catalyst for change — if we’re brave enough to face it. Let's dive in.

    51 min

  8. 06/30/2025

    Ep 29: Sharon Armstrong - Relationship Scams: It's Simple Really.

    In this episode, we meet Sharon Armstrong—justice advocate, author, and speaker. In 2011, Sharon’s life changed overnight when she was arrested in Argentina, caught in an international drug scam that started as an online romance.  What sounds like a movie plot is, sadly, a reality for many.  Sharon shares how she was manipulated, her time in prison, and how she’s turned her experience into a powerful mission to educate others and inspire hope and resilience.

    51 min
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Real Lives Raw Stories, where we engage in heartfelt conversations with remarkable people who have inspiring stories to tell. This is a space where listeners can find relatability and strength in the face of life's challenges. Hear amazing true stories and be empowered by the knowledge that you are not alone. At the end of each episode I ask the guests for their feel good songs. You can listen to their suggestions on the below Spotify playlist.  Listen Here

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  • Creator
    Moira Murphy
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Moira Murphy
  • Show Website
    Real Lives Raw Stories