Voices from the Edge

Sarah Thomas

Sarah Thomas joines the Edge to talk about issues in New Zealand at the moment. We touch on safety, politics, road cones, and so much more. Sarah is a Health and Safety Professional with over 2 decades of experience. She also delivers Crisis Leadership Training. 

Sarah has always been into the outdoors and once claimed to be a travel addict fuelled by caffeine. Today the caffeine addiction still stands although her knees won’t let her be as adventurous as she once was. ⁠

At the turn of the century  she travelled the worldas a professional ski patroller and outdoor instructor before beginning her work in health and safety at Tranz Rail in 2002. Like many people
who are now in senior technical positions she is very glad that there was
no Facebook before 2004. ⁠

Today she and her family are based and Cromwell. Her husband Goeff is a cadastral surveyor, and their son Ollie has inherited his parents love ofthe outdoors. On the weekends team Thomas along with their Cairn
terrier Tussock can be found in the outdoors enjoying all that Central Otago has to offer. In the summer, they enjoy hiking, kayaking, and mountain biking, while in the winter, they focus on skiing and
snowboarding.

 

To contact Sarah follow these links:

www.easinz.co.nz
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahthomaseasinz/

Tanya Hallett - Lego Serious Play

In this episode of Voices from the Edge, Tanya Hallett dives into the transformative world of LEGO Serious Play. Discover how this innovative approach, once seen as child’s play, has become a powerful tool for team building, strategy planning, and fostering psychological safety. Tanya shares heartfelt stories from workshops, including profound moments of self-discovery and unique builds that unveil untold emotions and perspectives.

Whether you’re curious about using play to tackle workplace challenges, exploring strategies for mental health and trauma-informed practices, or just love a good story about the unexpected depth of LEGO, this episode has something for everyone.

🎧 Tune in now to learn how “thinking with your hands” can reshape workplaces and deepen team connections. Don’t miss this engaging conversation—it might just inspire you to pick up a LEGO brick and build something extraordinary!

Lance Burdett

Lance Burdett is a renowned expert in crisis management, mental health, and personal resilience, with a distinguished career spanning over two decades in law enforcement. As the founder and lead consultant at WARN International, he specializes in delivering training on managing challenging situations, enhancing communication skills, and building mental resilience. Lance's unique insights are shaped by his extensive experience as a crisis negotiator and his academic background in psychology and suicide prevention.

 

His engaging storytelling, combined with practical advice, equips listeners with tools to navigate both professional challenges and personal growth. Whether you're interested in leadership, mental health, or effective communication, Lance's expertise provides a wealth of knowledge applicable across various aspects of life.

Preliminar PreSeason 1

Hi good people. We are just trying out some techy stuff to see what works and we also want to give you the heads up and get some feedback on the introduction to the podcast. Send a message to Tom Bourne on LinkedIn or email us at voicesfromtheedgepodcast@gmail.com with any comments you wish to make.

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