Son of Fire - The Hearth Tales Sessions

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  1. FEB 2

    16 - Son of Fire - The Hearth Tales Sessions - The Harrower

    In this episode, The Harrower is spoken aloud as a short story. What begins as an ordinary evening walk between two brothers becomes an encounter with something ancient, deliberate, and watching. One runs. One remains. Between them, fear, witness, and transformation take hold. Told through shifting perspectives — human, witness, and other — The Harrower explores initiation, terror, mercy, and the burden of knowledge that cannot be shared. It asks what it means to be chosen, what it costs to see, and how the wild marks those it touches. This is not folklore remembered, but myth happening now. A story of the field where worlds meet.

    12 min

  2. JAN 26

    Son of Fire - The Hearth Tales Sessions talks to Alice Power

    We talk to painter Alice Power about inspiration, balancing motherhood, her journey, process and philosophy

    33 min

  3. JAN 19

    14 - Son of Fire - The Hearth Tales Sessions - The Keeper

    The Telling of the Keeper is a modern myth spoken from the edge of the sea. A lighthouse, a storm, and a man charged with holding the light steady as unseen forces move through the night. This episode explores duty, witness, and the cost of looking without intervening. Nothing is explained. Everything is illuminated.

    15 min
  4. No.13 - HeARTh Tales talks to Steve Ford Photographer

    07/22/2025

    No.13 - HeARTh Tales talks to Steve Ford Photographer

    In this episode of HeARTh Tales on Fresh FM, host Rich McCoy sits down with photographer Steve Ford of Wise Dog Studios to explore the emotional heart of photography. From growing up as a solitary youth in a mining town to serving as a ship’s photographer in the Royal Navy, Steve shares how punk music, travel, and personal loss shaped his artistic eye. They discuss the mythopoetic power of the image, the tension between emotion and technique, and why the most powerful photograph Steve ever took wasn’t technically perfect — but perfectly human. It’s a moving, grounded conversation about seeing, feeling, and capturing moments that matter.

    29 min
  5. No.12 - HeARTh Tales talks to Che Vincent, Sculptor, Bonsai Master, Landscape Artist

    07/08/2025

    No.12 - HeARTh Tales talks to Che Vincent, Sculptor, Bonsai Master, Landscape Artist

    In this episode of HeARTh Tales, Rich McCoy speaks with artist, gardener, and third-generation Riverside Community member Che Vincent, whose creative journey bridges sculptural metalwork and the living, evolving art of bonsai. Che shares insights into his deep connection with place, his fascination with growth patterns and fractals, and how native New Zealand species are shaping a unique bonsai style. From shaping flame-cut copper chandeliers to planting immersive forest cathedrals, Che’s work is as much about ecological intimacy as it is about personal expression. A rich, thoughtful conversation about time, patience, creativity, and the quiet protest of growing a tree in a pot.

    32 min
  6. No.11 - HeARTh Tales talks to Daryll Frost - Potter & gallery Owner

    06/25/2025

    No.11 - HeARTh Tales talks to Daryll Frost - Potter & gallery Owner

    In this episode of HeARTh Tales, Rich McCoy speaks with acclaimed ceramic artist Daryl Frost about his decades-long journey from builder to potter and his deep dedication to the Anagama wood-firing technique. Daryl shares the raw realities behind his bold, elemental work—crafted through fire, clay, and intuition—including firing his 100th kiln and even using his hip bone in a glaze. With humour and depth, he reflects on risk, creativity, post-firing emotions, and the spiritual alchemy of handmade objects in a world of mass production.

    30 min
  7. No.10 - HeARTh Tales talks to Donna McLeod - Author, Playwright, Creative Director, Arts Worker

    06/11/2025

    No.10 - HeARTh Tales talks to Donna McLeod - Author, Playwright, Creative Director, Arts Worker

    Welcome to Heart Tales, the podcast that shares the stories at the heart of Aotearoa’s rich cultural landscape. Today, we’re honoured to have Donna McLeod with us — an artist whose journey began in a curtain-making workshop in New Plymouth during the Think Big era, where family, creativity, and community came together. Donna’s path has been shaped by early encounters with iconic New Zealand artists and theatre groups, nurturing Māori stories through libraries and public art. Her work carries a deep spiritual connection — a bolt of lightning that can strike anywhere, anytime. Join us as Donna shares her experiences weaving Māori heritage into contemporary art, the magic of collaboration across communities, and the vital role of storytelling in preserving culture. We’ll explore the taniwha of Motuika, the power of public spaces for Māori expression, and her inspiring vision for the future of Māori art in Aotearoa and beyond.

    41 min
  8. No.9 - HeARTh Tales talks to Rennie Pearson - Celtic Musician & Travelling Minstrel

    05/28/2025

    No.9 - HeARTh Tales talks to Rennie Pearson - Celtic Musician & Travelling Minstrel

    In this episode of HeARTh Tales, host Rich McCoy sits down with Rennie Pearson, a multi-instrumentalist whose flute mastery shines in the world of Celtic music. Rennie shares his inspiring journey, from a childhood fascination ignited by Chris Norman to reconnecting with traditional Irish music later in life. He candidly discusses the universal challenges artists face, like self-doubt and impostor syndrome. He reveals his strategies for overcoming creative blocks, drawing inspiration from spiritual practices, nature, and fellow musicians. Discover how Rennie balances dynamic musical collaboration with heartfelt storytelling in his performances, creating an emotional journey for his audience. We also touch on his unique connection to Celtic heritage, particularly his work in New Zealand and Australia, and his current focus on weaving original compositions into his traditional style. Learn about his project "Half Light" with Bob McNeil and where to find his music.

    41 min
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