Back In My Day

Jade Griffin, Xoe Thompson and Connor Leonarduzzi

Jade, Connor and Xoe connect our older and younger generations with questions about life for people who have experienced more of it.

  1. 07/14/2025

    Back In My Day - Episode 51 - Leota Meredith and Connor Part 2

    Speaking with Connor, Leota shares a bit more about her journey working at Tūhura Otago Museum and the huge and important undertaking of revitalising the Pacific gallery with consultation and direction from Pacific community members. Leota reflects on the challenges and opportunities that have arisen for the museum and for local communities throughout this process so far, with lessons in life and intercultural communication for us all. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    26 min

  2. 06/30/2025

    Back In My Day - Episode 50 - Leota Meredith and Connor Part 1

    Meet the wonderful Leota Meredith. Listen along with Connor as Leota shares a bit about her youth, what got her to where she is today, her role at Tūhura Otago Museum as the Pasifika engagement co-ordinator, and what keeps her on this path, even now. With wisdom and grace, Leota offers some important advice to young people from her own experiences. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    22 min

  3. 06/16/2025

    Back In My Day - Episode 49 - Comfort in a cup- Part Two with James

    Thoughtful, happy and empathetic are three beautiful words that describe our interviewee in this episode, also known as Jades dad, James. James has an affinity for protecting our environment and positive outlook on life that is very contagious. James was born and raised in Rutland in the East Middlands of England and talks about his expereince growing up with a strong connection to nature. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    25 min

  4. 06/09/2025

    Back In My Day - Episode 48 - Comfort in a cup - Part One with James

    Thoughtful, happy and empathetic are three beautiful words that describe our interviewee in this episode, also known as Jades dad, James. James has an affinity for protecting our environment and positive outlook on life that is very contagious. James was born and raised in Rutland in the East Middlands of England and talks about his expereince growing up with a strong connection to nature. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    26 min

  5. 06/02/2025

    Back In My Day - Episode 47 - Life Journeys with Lyn (Part 2)

    Xoe and Lyn talk about some of the changes in attitudes, beliefs, relationships, and society that Lyn has seen over time in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. Why is it important for people of different generations to keep talking to each other? Listen along to find out! [Content Warning] there is a brief mention of suicide towards the end of the episode. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    25 min

  6. 05/26/2025

    Back In My Day - Episode 46 - Life Journeys with Lyn (Part 1)

    Xoe speaks with Lyn Meinders about how to figure out what you want in life, the pressure on young people and students, and how life experience have led Lyn to fill unexpected roles in her community. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    25 min

  7. 05/19/2025

    Back In My Day - Episode 45 - Authenticity, connection and highschool

    Learning to not be liked, finding people that appreciate your weirdness were among some key take home points for me from this conversation. Join Kendall and I as we reflect some more on her experience during high school. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    19 min

  8. 05/12/2025

    Back In My Day - Episode 44 - High school, friends and close knit community

    Kendall is a community-driven drama enthusiast and a natural connector, now in her final year of high school. In this episode, we chat about her experience growing up in a close-knit town, attending the same high school, and finding her passion for drama. She shares thoughtful reflections and beautiful insights she’s gathered along the way. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

    24 min
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Jade, Connor and Xoe connect our older and younger generations with questions about life for people who have experienced more of it.

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  • Creator
    Jade Griffin, Xoe Thompson and Connor Leonarduzzi
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © (C)Otago Access Radio
  • Show Website
    Back In My Day