In this Episode: The long dark NZ Autumn and Winter of 2019.Aotearoa means Land of the Long White Cloud and we live up to that with high % cloud cover, including fog and only handful of sunny days.We may be on track for what may be the lowest recorded sunshine hours whilst I've been off-grid relying on solar power. Without much sunshine, the back up generator was used. I talk about the frequency of use, expense, a few instances that occurred. Weather stats.What are your favourite weather applications or resources? Recap of events and the 2nd podversary of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast. 2019 Events: May - Livestream For the Cure June - Winter Solstice / shortest day is my favourite. July - Orchard pruned and recap of the crop August - 4th Sunshine Summit Livestream Event to recognize and celebrate connections &amp; 2nd Podversary of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast September - NZ Mental Health Awareness Week: Sept 23-29 &amp; International Podcast Day: Sept 30th Thank You to: Podbean - for displaying a banner during the week of the August 2019 Sunshine Summit on their mobile podcast app! To our new listeners! Welcome and thank you for coming along for this journey. The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Patrons for their continued support!We were able to secure sunshinesummit.live for the Sunshine Summit livestream events, and purchase an Elgato StreamDeck which helped make the livestreams smoother.  Special Note - our First Patron has been with us for 2 years, on September 21st 2019!! Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. Links from this Episode: PowEp021 - Under the weather World Weather Online 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge Sunshine Summit International Podcast AssociationSurvey NZ Mental Health Awareness Week - Sept 23-29th 2019 International Podcast Day - Sept 30th ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast:Hosted by Heather Welch This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, In PowerCut episodes like this one I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpod Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

In this Episode: The long dark NZ Autumn and Winter of 2019.Aotearoa means Land of the Long White Cloud and we live up to that with high % cloud cover, including fog and only handful of sunny days.We may be on track for what may be the lowest recorded sunshine hours whilst I've been off-grid relying on solar power. Without much sunshine, the back up generator was used. I talk about the frequency of use, expense, a few instances that occurred. Weather stats.What are your favourite weather applications or resources? Recap of events and the 2nd podversary of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast. 2019 Events: May - Livestream For the Cure June - Winter Solstice / shortest day is my favourite. July - Orchard pruned and recap of the crop August - 4th Sunshine Summit Livestream Event to recognize and celebrate connections &amp; 2nd Podversary of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast September - NZ Mental Health Awareness Week: Sept 23-29 &amp; International Podcast Day: Sept 30th Thank You to: Podbean - for displaying a banner during the week of the August 2019 Sunshine Summit on their mobile podcast app! To our new listeners! Welcome and thank you for coming along for this journey. The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Patrons for their continued support!We were able to secure sunshinesummit.live for the Sunshine Summit livestream events, and purchase an Elgato StreamDeck which helped make the livestreams smoother. Special Note - our First Patron has been with us for 2 years, on September 21st 2019!! Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. Links from this Episode: PowEp021 - Under the weather World Weather Online 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge Sunshine Summit International Podcast AssociationSurvey NZ Mental Health Awareness Week - Sept 23-29th 2019 International Podcast Day - Sept 30th ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast:Hosted by Heather Welch This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, In PowerCut episodes like this one I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.comPatreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:</a> <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:</a> <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:</a> <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep</a> cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

PowEp029 – The Long Dark

Hello it's Heather from the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast.In association with Geeks Rising from the 10th to the 16th of August, or 11th to 17th if you're in a timezone near New Zealand, we are hosting the second 2019 Sunshine Summit.It's a week of livestreams with amazing content creators and their communities with the theme of celebrating connections.All of the details for the upcoming Summit as well as replays from our previous events and where the livestreams will be happening, can be found at sunshinesummit.live. A huge thank you to the patrons of Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts for making it possible!So check it out.And if you know our guests we'd love to you to come and celebrate with us.And if they are new to you, come along and learn more about them and we look forward to celebrating connections with you.August 2019 Guest List:Day 1:Kate - Ignorance Was Bliss - 5pm EDT Sat 10th (9am NZT Sun 11th)Bettina &amp; Ninorah - NRI Woman - 9:30pm EDT Sat 10th (1:30pm NZT Sun 11th)Day 2:Dave Lee - The Waves of Tech / International Podcast Day - 5pm EDT Sun 11th (9am NZT Mon 12th)Chris Curran - Podcast Engineering School &amp; Show / Podcaster's Lounge - 8pm EDT Sun 11th (12pm NZT Mon 12th)Day 3:Chris Green - Gravity Beard / Underdog Podcast Community - 5pm EDT Mon 12th (9am NZT Tues 13th)Ben Brown - Tourette's Podcast / Member of Geeks Rising - 9pm EDT Mon 12th (1pm NZT Tues 13th)Day 4:Cross Play Compatible - Play Comics, Real Dudes Podcast, Gamerheads Podcast - 8pm EDT Tues 13th 12pm NZT Wed 14th)Day 5:Lisa &amp; Sam - I shake My Head - 9pm EDT Wed 14th (1pm NZT Thurs 15th)Day 6:Geeks Rising Podcast Network - Bandrew Says Podcast, On The Subject, Conversations with Creators, Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts - 10pm EDT Thurs 15th (2pm NZT Fri 16th NZT)Day 7:FinaleJoin Heather for a fun finale - time TBCShare the Event!You can use the hastags on social media:#sunshinesummit2019#celebrateconnectionsAnd to see posts from last year's event follow #sunshinesummit2018Also, sharing helps others discover it! So please share this event, and bring friends! It's going to be a lot of fun!~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastListen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser // PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

Hello it's Heather from the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast. In association with Geeks Rising from the 10th to the 16th of August, or 11th to 17th if you're in a timezone near New Zealand, we are hosting the second 2019 Sunshine Summit. It's a week of livestreams with amazing content creators and their communities with the theme of celebrating connections. All of the details for the upcoming Summit as well as replays from our previous events and where the livestreams will be happening, can be found at sunshinesummit.live. A huge thank you to the patrons of Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts for making it possible! So check it out. And if you know our guests we'd love to you to come and celebrate with us. And if they are new to you, come along and learn more about them and we look forward to celebrating connections with you. August 2019 Guest List:Day 1:Kate - Ignorance Was Bliss - 5pm EDT Sat 10th (9am NZT Sun 11th)Bettina &amp; Ninorah - NRI Woman - 9:30pm EDT Sat 10th (1:30pm NZT Sun 11th) Day 2:Dave Lee - The Waves of Tech / International Podcast Day - 5pm EDT Sun 11th (9am NZT Mon 12th)Chris Curran - Podcast Engineering School &amp; Show / Podcaster's Lounge - 8pm EDT Sun 11th (12pm NZT Mon 12th) Day 3:Chris Green - Gravity Beard / Underdog Podcast Community - 5pm EDT Mon 12th (9am NZT Tues 13th)Ben Brown - Tourette's Podcast / Member of Geeks Rising - 9pm EDT Mon 12th (1pm NZT Tues 13th) Day 4:Cross Play Compatible - Play Comics, Real Dudes Podcast, Gamerheads Podcast - 8pm EDT Tues 13th 12pm NZT Wed 14th) Day 5:Lisa &amp; Sam - I shake My Head - 9pm EDT Wed 14th (1pm NZT Thurs 15th)Day 6:Geeks Rising Podcast Network - Bandrew Says Podcast, On The Subject, Conversations with Creators, Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts - 10pm EDT Thurs 15th (2pm NZT Fri 16th NZT)Day 7:FinaleJoin Heather for a fun finale - time TBC Share the Event!You can use the hastags on social media: #sunshinesummit2019#celebrateconnectionsAnd to see posts from last year's event follow #sunshinesummit2018 Also, sharing helps others discover it! So please share this event, and bring friends! It's going to be a lot of fun! ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: <a href="http://www.geeksrising.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.geeksrising.com</a> Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:</a> <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:</a> <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:</a> <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a>. Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser // PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

August 2019 Sunshine Summit – Promo

SunEp029 - Ebb and FlowHello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast.My name is Heather and I am your host.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and in the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Do you have an experience where you have been empowered by nature? I'd love to hear from you. You can connect with me on Twitter and Instagram @SunPowerPod and there you'll see examples from nature that I share.Alternatively you can email me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comThe theme of this episode is ebb and flow.There are many examples of and different ways to describe ebb and flowWhat comes to mind for you?Which phase are you in?Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~From this Episode:Poem: Ebb &amp; Flow - Atticus https://www.instagram.com/p/BJ6-akih3T_/Opening Lines Read by: Emil Hägg https://www.emilhaggvo.com/ and on Twitter @EmilHaggVO~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~I’d love to hear from you:What have been your highlights from the podcast and or the Sunshine Summit events?Which episodes are your favourites?What connections have you made, or re-connections have you discovered to yourself and the world around you?What connections do you celebrate?What examples from nature would you like to explore?~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastListen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser // PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

SunEp029 - Ebb and Flow Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and in the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Do you have an experience where you have been empowered by nature? I'd love to hear from you. You can connect with me on Twitter and Instagram @SunPowerPod and there you'll see examples from nature that I share. Alternatively you can email me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.com The theme of this episode is ebb and flow.There are many examples of and different ways to describe ebb and flow What comes to mind for you? Which phase are you in? Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ From this Episode: Poem: Ebb &amp; Flow - Atticus <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BJ6-akih3T_/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/p/BJ6-akih3T_/</a> Opening Lines Read by: Emil Hägg <a href="https://www.emilhaggvo.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.emilhaggvo.com/</a> and on Twitter @EmilHaggVO ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ I’d love to hear from you:What have been your highlights from the podcast and or the Sunshine Summit events?Which episodes are your favourites?What connections have you made, or re-connections have you discovered to yourself and the world around you?What connections do you celebrate?What examples from nature would you like to explore? ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: <a href="http://www.geeksrising.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.geeksrising.com</a> Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:</a> <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:</a> <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:</a> <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a>. Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser // PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

SunEp029 – Ebb and Flow

PowEp028 - Stargazing, Internet Outages and micro-gridsFirstly,Thank you to Kate from the Ignorance Was Bliss Podcast and Steph Fuccio of Changing Scripts, Virtual Expats and Expat Rewind for both recently becoming patrons of sunshine &amp; PowerCuts!If you would like to Support the show and join the community you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsQuick recap, In March 2019 we hosted the Sunshine Summit and the videos from the 11 guest segments are available on sunshinesummit.live Also there you'll find the link to Register your Interest to participate in future Sunshine Summits events.The next one event will be in August 2019.But before then, in May 2019 I am proud to be returning as a podcast partner for the 3rd annual Livestream for the Cure event.There is an audio clip from Nick and Justin from Epic Film Guys to tell you more about it.My segment is on Fri 17th May 9pm EST (Sat 18th May at 1pm NZT) and I'd love you to join me live!If you're able to donate that would be incredible, either way please share the event to help spread the word about this worthy cause.All the details of the event are available at livestreamforthecure.comGuest Spot:I also was recently a guest on the Ignorance Was Bliss Podcast with Kate.There is a disclaimer at the beginning of each episode - listener discretion is advised.https://iwbpodcast.podbean.com/e/120-magical-connections-with-heather-from-sunshine-and-power-cuts/In this Episode:I talk about the weather and how much I've been enjoying the nights outdoors.I answer a question about fruits and vegetables from Logan Naugle, co-host of Conversations with Creators and On the Subject which are also a part of the Geeks Rising Network.Then I have some questions about internet connections and I'd love to know your answers:Have you been without the internet so far in 2019? How long have you been without it? Was it On purpose? Or due to an outage? How did it make you feel? Or if you haven't been without internet recently, how would you feel if there was an outage?And what did you/would you do in the meantime?Follow up question, how long could you last without it?Then I close the episode with a few thoughts on the article Off-Grid Microgrid: Solar + Batteries +Thermal Generation by Darrell Proctor.Links from this Episode:For more information about my favourite fruit - Feijoa - check out this link to Tui Gardenhttps://www.tuigarden.co.nz/ideas-and-inspiration/fantastic-feijoas-all-you-need-to-know/Link to the article Off-Grid Microgrid: Solar + Batteries +Thermal Generation by Darrell Proctor:https://www.powermag.com/off-grid-microgrid-solar-batteries-thermal-generation/~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast:Hosted by Heather WelchThis podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature,In PowerCut episodes like this one I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.

PowEp028 - Stargazing, Internet Outages and micro-grids Firstly,Thank you to Kate from the Ignorance Was Bliss Podcast and Steph Fuccio of Changing Scripts, Virtual Expats and Expat Rewind for both recently becoming patrons of sunshine &amp; PowerCuts! If you would like to Support the show and join the community you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a> Quick recap, In March 2019 we hosted the Sunshine Summit and the videos from the 11 guest segments are available on sunshinesummit.live Also there you'll find the link to Register your Interest to participate in future Sunshine Summits events.The next one event will be in August 2019. But before then, in May 2019 I am proud to be returning as a podcast partner for the 3rd annual Livestream for the Cure event.There is an audio clip from Nick and Justin from Epic Film Guys to tell you more about it. My segment is on Fri 17th May 9pm EST (Sat 18th May at 1pm NZT) and I'd love you to join me live!If you're able to donate that would be incredible, either way please share the event to help spread the word about this worthy cause.All the details of the event are available at <a href="http://livestreamforthecure.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">livestreamforthecure.com</a> Guest Spot:I also was recently a guest on the Ignorance Was Bliss Podcast with Kate.There is a disclaimer at the beginning of each episode - listener discretion is advised.https://<a href="http://iwbpodcast.podbean.com/e/120-magical-connections-with-heather-from-sunshine-and-power-cuts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iwbpodcast.podbean.com/e/120-magical-connections-with-heather-from-sunshine-and-power-cuts/</a> In this Episode:I talk about the weather and how much I've been enjoying the nights outdoors.I answer a question about fruits and vegetables from Logan Naugle, co-host of Conversations with Creators and On the Subject which are also a part of the Geeks Rising Network.Then I have some questions about internet connections and I'd love to know your answers: Have you been without the internet so far in 2019? How long have you been without it? Was it On purpose? Or due to an outage? How did it make you feel? Or if you haven't been without internet recently, how would you feel if there was an outage?And what did you/would you do in the meantime? Follow up question, how long could you last without it? Then I close the episode with a few thoughts on the article Off-Grid Microgrid: Solar + Batteries +Thermal Generation by Darrell Proctor. Links from this Episode:For more information about my favourite fruit - Feijoa - check out this link to Tui Gardenhttps://<a href="http://www.tuigarden.co.nz/ideas-and-inspiration/fantastic-feijoas-all-you-need-to-know/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.tuigarden.co.nz/ideas-and-inspiration/fantastic-feijoas-all-you-need-to-know/</a> Link to the article Off-Grid Microgrid: Solar + Batteries +Thermal Generation by Darrell Proctor:<a href="https://www.powermag.com/off-grid-microgrid-solar-batteries-thermal-generation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.powermag.com/off-grid-microgrid-solar-batteries-thermal-generation/</a> ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast:Hosted by Heather Welch This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, In PowerCut episodes like this one I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.comPatreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:</a> <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:</a> <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:</a> <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep</a> cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.

Stargazing, Internet Outages and micro-grids

SunEp028 - Connections: Sunshine, PowerCuts, Summits(1hr)This marks the 60th episode of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Podcast.In the early days, there were a few bonus episodes due to the excitement for this creative journey and gratitude for the support I received early on.And, here we are.60 episodes, a number of guest appearances, three livestream events with 34 guest spots...It would all be for naught without you.Thank you!To the listeners of the podcast!To those who have become patrons!To the other podcast hosts who have invited me to join them in conversations.To the mentors and new found friends, as well as the other content creators and their audiences that have supported and participated in the Sunshine Summits.Naturally, at the heart of Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts is connections.Being connected to nature as a resource for generating both electrical power and for our own health and empowerment. When we face challenges or experience powercuts (lost connections) in life, we need to reconnect, re-sync and recharge. And along our journeys we connect with resources and people that help us and which we are truly grateful for and they are an integral part of our journey of learning about ourselves and the world around us.Bringing people together to shine a light on and share those experiences is powerful.We have three previous episodes on Connections with guests: Jilanne Holder, Alysa Lucas and Emily Prokop.For this episode, the tables are turned and with the help of the wonderful Stephanie Fuccio of Changing Scripts, Virtual Expats and Expat Rewind who was one of my guests for the March 2019 Sunshine Summit and offered to interview me, we look at the theme of connections which is the foundation and link between the sunshine, the powercuts and the summits.Thank you to the following Sunshine Summit Guests for their questions:Derek Graziano - Rolling MisadventuresWin Kelly Charles - Ask Win PodcastEmily Prokop - Story Behind Podcast &amp; E-Podcast Productions Stargate Pioneer - Better PodcastingAnthony Conte - Off Center Archers PodcastPaul Csomo - Varmints PodcastI hope that you enjoy this insight into myself, and what this is all about.~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast.My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~I’d love to hear from you:What have been your highlights from the podcast and or the Sunshine Summit events?Which episodes are your favourites?Which Summit guest spots were you able to join live?When and how have you been inspired or empowered by them?What connections have you made, or re-connections have you discovered to yourself and the world around you?What connections do you celebrate?What examples from nature would you like to explore?~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie,

SunEp028 - Connections: Sunshine, PowerCuts, Summits(1hr) This marks the 60th episode of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts <a href="http://Podcast.In" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast.In</a> the early days, there were a few bonus episodes due to the excitement for this creative journey and gratitude for the support I received early on. And, here we are.60 episodes, a number of guest appearances, three livestream events with 34 guest spots... It would all be for naught without you.Thank you!To the listeners of the podcast!To those who have become patrons!To the other podcast hosts who have invited me to join them in <a href="http://conversations.To" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">conversations.To</a> the mentors and new found friends, as well as the other content creators and their audiences that have supported and participated in the Sunshine Summits. Naturally, at the heart of Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts is connections.Being connected to nature as a resource for generating both electrical power and for our own health and empowerment. When we face challenges or experience powercuts (lost connections) in life, we need to reconnect, re-sync and recharge. And along our journeys we connect with resources and people that help us and which we are truly grateful for and they are an integral part of our journey of learning about ourselves and the world around us.Bringing people together to shine a light on and share those experiences is powerful. We have three previous episodes on Connections with guests: Jilanne Holder, Alysa Lucas and Emily Prokop. For this episode, the tables are turned and with the help of the wonderful Stephanie Fuccio of Changing Scripts, Virtual Expats and Expat Rewind who was one of my guests for the March 2019 Sunshine Summit and offered to interview me, we look at the theme of connections which is the foundation and link between the sunshine, the powercuts and the summits. Thank you to the following Sunshine Summit Guests for their questions:Derek Graziano - Rolling MisadventuresWin Kelly Charles - Ask Win PodcastEmily Prokop - Story Behind Podcast &amp; E-Podcast Productions Stargate Pioneer - Better PodcastingAnthony Conte - Off Center Archers PodcastPaul Csomo - Varmints Podcast I hope that you enjoy this insight into myself, and what this is all about. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts <a href="http://podcast.My" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcast.My</a> name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ I’d love to hear from you:What have been your highlights from the podcast and or the Sunshine Summit events?Which episodes are your favourites?Which Summit guest spots were you able to join live?When and how have you been inspired or empowered by them?What connections have you made, or re-connections have you discovered to yourself and the world around you?What connections do you celebrate?What examples from nature would you like to explore? ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: <a href="http://www.geeksrising.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.geeksrising.com</a> Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:</a> <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:</a> <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:</a> <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a>. Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie,

Connections: Sunshine, PowerCuts, Summits

Gas Hotwater

PowEp027 - Gas Hotwater, Hay, Dust, GlampingThe episode begins with the audio promotion for the March Sunshine Summit 2019.From March 9-16 (10th-17th NZT) the livestream event to celebrate connections will be taking place at https://sunshinesummit.liveThere you can find all the details of the 11 Guests that will be joining us over the 8 Days. Please share the event with others so they discover it and come along to join us in the live chat, mark your calendars and we look forward to celebrating connections with you!Guest Spot:I also was recently a guest on the Odd Dad Out Podcast and briefly introduced each of the guests with Adam Higgins who has been one of the Sunshine Summit's biggest supporters from the beginning, I'd love for you to check out that episode here: https://www.spreaker.com/user/odddadout/sunshine-summit-march-2019-w-heather-welIn this Episode:I share a brief update on the weather and solar power, the dry grass meant that hay was able to be made - but also that a lot of hay was able to be made...Sheep have been shorn, and with March 2019 approaching, it brings the Golden Shears - the national sheep shearing competition and so I refer back to the NZ Film directed by Jack Nicholl called She Shears which you can find out more about at https://www.sheshears.com/I attended one of the first screenings back in August 2018 and was able to meet Jack and I think it's a film worth checking out if you are able to.The highlight of this episode would be the Gas Hotwater story!Links from this Episode:And then I round the episode out with two stories from articles I came across recently:https://www.newsroom.co.nz/@future-learning/2019/02/24/455289/one-of-natures-most-underrated-hazardshttps://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/110734872/nissan-uses-old-ev-batteries-to-power-offthegrid-adventures~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast:Hosted by Heather WelchThis podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature,In PowerCut episodes like this one I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastListen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

PowEp027 - Gas Hotwater, Hay, Dust, Glamping The episode begins with the audio promotion for the March Sunshine Summit 2019.From March 9-16 (10th-17th NZT) the livestream event to celebrate connections will be taking place at https://sunshinesummit.liveThere you can find all the details of the 11 Guests that will be joining us over the 8 Days. Please share the event with others so they discover it and come along to join us in the live chat, mark your calendars and we look forward to celebrating connections with you! Guest Spot:I also was recently a guest on the Odd Dad Out Podcast and briefly introduced each of the guests with Adam Higgins who has been one of the Sunshine Summit's biggest supporters from the beginning, I'd love for you to check out that episode here: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/user/odddadout/sunshine-summit-march-2019-w-heather-wel" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/user/odddadout/sunshine-summit-march-2019-w-heather-wel</a> In this Episode:I share a brief update on the weather and solar power, the dry grass meant that hay was able to be made - but also that a lot of hay was able to be made...Sheep have been shorn, and with March 2019 approaching, it brings the Golden Shears - the national sheep shearing competition and so I refer back to the NZ Film directed by Jack Nicholl called She Shears which you can find out more about at <a href="https://www.sheshears.com/I" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sheshears.com/I</a> attended one of the first screenings back in August 2018 and was able to meet Jack and I think it's a film worth checking out if you are able to. The highlight of this episode would be the Gas Hotwater story! Links from this Episode:And then I round the episode out with two stories from articles I came across recently:<a href="https://www.newsroom.co.nz/@future-learning/2019/02/24/455289/one-of-natures-most-underrated-hazardshttps://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/110734872/nissan-uses-old-ev-batteries-to-power-offthegrid-adventures" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.newsroom.co.nz/@future-learning/2019/02/24/455289/one-of-natures-most-underrated-hazardshttps://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/110734872/nissan-uses-old-ev-batteries-to-power-offthegrid-adventures</a> ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast:Hosted by Heather Welch This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, In PowerCut episodes like this one I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.comPatreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:</a> <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:</a> <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:</a> <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep</a> cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

Gas Hotwater, Hay, Dust, Glamping

SunEp027 - Music By NatureThe quote from Shakespeare "The earth has music for those who listen" is a favourite one of mine and the foundation of this episode. So is my motto Life is beautiful; enjoy it's beauty, because the gifts of nature are there for us to enjoy if we make time and take time to experience them.Sound, and particularly music is an important part of my wellbeing.I've also mentioned elsewhere that when I go out in nature I leave other sounds behind and just absorb the sounds of the world around me.~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast.My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature,  and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~From this Episode:This episode is related to SunEp003 - Be Still and PowEp026 - Heatwave, Thermodynamics, Music by Nature.And the journal article I reference in this episode is: Sound Matters: Essay / Music By Nature https://journal.beoplay.com/journal/music-by-natureI’d love to hear from you:I ask a lot of questions throughout this episode related to music, and the sounds you enjoy. Let me know which sounds you hear often, where and when you make time to listen? What did you notice when you tuned in to your own internal self-noise? And when have you experienced the sounds of nature recreated or represented by music? Have you been empowered by the sounds of nature and or the music you listen to?~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastListen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser // PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

SunEp027 - Music By Nature The quote from Shakespeare "The earth has music for those who listen" is a favourite one of mine and the foundation of this episode. So is my motto Life is beautiful; enjoy it's beauty, because the gifts of nature are there for us to enjoy if we make time and take time to experience them.Sound, and particularly music is an important part of my wellbeing.I've also mentioned elsewhere that when I go out in nature I leave other sounds behind and just absorb the sounds of the world around me. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts <a href="http://podcast.My" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcast.My</a> name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~From this Episode: This episode is related to SunEp003 - Be Still and PowEp026 - Heatwave, Thermodynamics, Music by Nature. And the journal article I reference in this episode is: Sound Matters: Essay / Music By Nature <a href="https://journal.beoplay.com/journal/music-by-nature" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://journal.beoplay.com/journal/music-by-nature</a> I’d love to hear from you:I ask a lot of questions throughout this episode related to music, and the sounds you enjoy. Let me know which sounds you hear often, where and when you make time to listen? What did you notice when you tuned in to your own internal self-noise? And when have you experienced the sounds of nature recreated or represented by music? Have you been empowered by the sounds of nature and or the music you listen to? ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: <a href="http://www.geeksrising.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.geeksrising.com</a> Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:</a> <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:</a> <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:</a> <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a>. Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser // PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

Music By Nature

PowEp026 – Heat Wave, Thermodynamics, Music by NatureIn this episode we begin with a few announcements:Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts can now be found on GeeksRising.com Geeks Rising is a curated podcast network which features podcasts by passionate people encouraging you to explore your passions and empowering you to become a better creator.In association with Geeks Rising, preparation is underway for the March Sunshine Summit 2019 livestream event.A huge thank you to the Patrons of Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts for their support which helped secure the home for the event at sunshinesummit.liveHere you'll find the details of the guest list and schedule, as well as links to the previous events and it is where the livestreams for 2019 will be taking place.So head over and check it out. If you know the guest we'd love you to come and celebrate with us. If they are new to you, come and meet them and get to know them. We look forward to connecting with you in the live chat during the event.From this episode:We've had a heat wave with temperatures in excess of 33C inside my house, even with all the doors and windows open hoping to catch a breeze.The spa pool has been in use to cool down, and I briefly mention the different ways we've tried to heat the water up to take the chill off - because with the air temperature being so hot and no heating element for the pool, it makes it easier to get in when the difference is not so vast.At the January Wellington Podcast Brunch Club meetup, one of the members asked me about Stirling Engines.There's a lot to know about Stirling Engines so I encourage you to look into it, if you aren't already familiar.Correction: in the episode I say that there is "fluid of gas" - what I mean is that there is fluidity or movement of the gas between a hot region and cold region. Also the heat and cold are applied externally to the closed system.Then I share an article I came across which I found really interesting, about a NZ scientist who took weather data and assigned musical instruments in software to represent the data points and the result was nature's own symphony.Links from this Episode:https://www.radionz.co.nz/news/national/379899/listen-niwa-scientist-converts-weather-patterns-into-musicI'd love to hear from you:Let me know if you have experience with Stirling Engines, if you're in a heatwave, how you've been keeping cool (or how you've been keeping warm if it's cold where you are), when you've noticed the music of nature from example I was woken by the rain at 2:30am and I enjoyed listening to the waves of rain influenced by the wind. And finally, if you know of any instances where information has been shared in a creative way like in the article about the Scientist converting weather patterns into music.~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast:Hosted by Heather WelchThis podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature,In PowerCut episodes like this one I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie,

PowEp026 – Heat Wave, Thermodynamics, Music by NatureIn this episode we begin with a few announcements: Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts can now be found on <a href="http://GeeksRising.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GeeksRising.com</a> Geeks Rising is a curated podcast network which features podcasts by passionate people encouraging you to explore your passions and empowering you to become a better <a href="http://creator.In" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">creator.In</a> association with Geeks Rising, preparation is underway for the March Sunshine Summit 2019 livestream event.A huge thank you to the Patrons of Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts for their support which helped secure the home for the event at sunshinesummit.liveHere you'll find the details of the guest list and schedule, as well as links to the previous events and it is where the livestreams for 2019 will be taking <a href="http://place.So" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">place.So</a> head over and check it out. If you know the guest we'd love you to come and celebrate with us. If they are new to you, come and meet them and get to know them. We look forward to connecting with you in the live chat during the event.From this episode:We've had a heat wave with temperatures in excess of 33C inside my house, even with all the doors and windows open hoping to catch a breeze.The spa pool has been in use to cool down, and I briefly mention the different ways we've tried to heat the water up to take the chill off - because with the air temperature being so hot and no heating element for the pool, it makes it easier to get in when the difference is not so <a href="http://vast.At" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">vast.At</a> the January Wellington Podcast Brunch Club meetup, one of the members asked me about Stirling Engines.There's a lot to know about Stirling Engines so I encourage you to look into it, if you aren't already familiar.Correction: in the episode I say that there is "fluid of gas" - what I mean is that there is fluidity or movement of the gas between a hot region and cold region. Also the heat and cold are applied externally to the closed system. Then I share an article I came across which I found really interesting, about a NZ scientist who took weather data and assigned musical instruments in software to represent the data points and the result was nature's own symphony.Links from this Episode:<a href="https://www.radionz.co.nz/news/national/379899/listen-niwa-scientist-converts-weather-patterns-into-music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.radionz.co.nz/news/national/379899/listen-niwa-scientist-converts-weather-patterns-into-music</a> I'd love to hear from you:Let me know if you have experience with Stirling Engines, if you're in a heatwave, how you've been keeping cool (or how you've been keeping warm if it's cold where you are), when you've noticed the music of nature from example I was woken by the rain at 2:30am and I enjoyed listening to the waves of rain influenced by the wind. And finally, if you know of any instances where information has been shared in a creative way like in the article about the Scientist converting weather patterns into music. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast:Hosted by Heather Welch This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, In PowerCut episodes like this one I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comGeeks Rising: www.geeksrising.comPatreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:</a> <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:</a> <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:</a> <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep</a> cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie,

Heat Wave, Thermodynamics, Music by Nature

SunEp026 - RefreshmentBefore we begin, think about what 'refreshment' means to you.Refreshment can be starting again, when we experience a change, rest and find renewed strength and energy.We look at themes of refreshment: the natural cycle of daily rhythms, and the seasons, of love, solitude, silence, of being refreshed by water and nourishment, by being in gratitude and by getting fresh air, some space and some perspective.And by taking notice of nature to be refreshed by being in awe of the beauty it beholds.Listen to this episode, and find one way that you can refresh yourself today.~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast.My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature,and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~From this Episode:In previous episodes we have looked at elements of Refreshment -SunEp025 - GrowthSunEp024 - RestSunEp021 - NourishmentSunEp016 - Strength from the Refrains of NatureSunEp010 - Renewal~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastListen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser // PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

SunEp026 - Refreshment Before we begin, think about what 'refreshment' means to you. Refreshment can be starting again, when we experience a change, rest and find renewed strength and energy. We look at themes of refreshment: the natural cycle of daily rhythms, and the seasons, of love, solitude, silence, of being refreshed by water and nourishment, by being in gratitude and by getting fresh air, some space and some perspective. And by taking notice of nature to be refreshed by being in awe of the beauty it beholds. Listen to this episode, and find one way that you can refresh yourself today. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts <a href="http://podcast.My" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcast.My</a> name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~From this Episode: In previous episodes we have looked at elements of Refreshment - SunEp025 - Growth SunEp024 - Rest SunEp021 - Nourishment SunEp016 - Strength from the Refrains of Nature SunEp010 - Renewal ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comPatreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:</a> <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:</a> <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:</a> <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a>. Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser // PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

Refreshment

PowEp025 - Sunshine Hours, Measuring Power, Growth &amp; Duck CurvesThis first PowerCut Episode for 2019 has a lot in it!We begin with a recap of the total Sunshine Hour, temperature and rainfall results of 2018 from the latest NIWA report.How 2019 is shaping up so far.The plan was to record some data to share some information about how much power the system is generating... And we look at the challenges I faced in that process.We look at three stages of charging process for the battery bank: Bulk Charging, Absorbing, Floating.I link this episode to the previous SunEp025 - on Growth, and share about the organic orchard we have.And finally wrap up with a news article that caught my eye about the 'Duck Curve' in the National Electricity Market.Terms/Definitions:Amp Hour - An ampere hour (abbreviated Ah / sometimes amp hour) is the amount of energy charge in a battery that will allow one ampere of current to flow for one hour. An ampere is a unit of measure of the rate of electron flow or current in an electrical conductor. Kilowatt hour (kWh) is a unit of energy equal to 3.6 megajoules. If energy is transmitted or used at a constant rate (power) over a period of time, the total energy in kilowatt hours is equal to the power in kilowatts multiplied by the time in hours. Links from this Episode:Renew Economy Article:  Duck! Solar charge puts energy market transition on the fast-track https://reneweconomy.com.au/duck-solar-charge-puts-energy-market-transition-on-the-fast-track-39479/I'd love to hear from you! Let me know if you have experience with alternative energies, or life off the gird, or if you have any questions. Also if you've made jams, preserves, stewed or bottled fruit!~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast:Hosted by Heather WelchThis podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature,In PowerCut episodes like this one I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastListen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

PowEp025 - Sunshine Hours, Measuring Power, Growth &amp; Duck CurvesThis first PowerCut Episode for 2019 has a lot in it!We begin with a recap of the total Sunshine Hour, temperature and rainfall results of 2018 from the latest NIWA report.How 2019 is shaping up so far.The plan was to record some data to share some information about how much power the system is generating... And we look at the challenges I faced in that process.We look at three stages of charging process for the battery bank: Bulk Charging, Absorbing, Floating.I link this episode to the previous SunEp025 - on Growth, and share about the organic orchard we have.And finally wrap up with a news article that caught my eye about the 'Duck Curve' in the National Electricity Market.Terms/Definitions:Amp Hour - An ampere hour (abbreviated Ah / sometimes amp hour) is the amount of energy charge in a battery that will allow one ampere of current to flow for one hour. An ampere is a unit of measure of the rate of electron flow or current in an electrical conductor. Kilowatt hour (kWh) is a unit of energy equal to 3.6 megajoules. If energy is transmitted or used at a constant rate (power) over a period of time, the total energy in kilowatt hours is equal to the power in kilowatts multiplied by the time in hours. Links from this Episode:Renew Economy Article: Duck! Solar charge puts energy market transition on the fast-track <a href="https://reneweconomy.com.au/duck-solar-charge-puts-energy-market-transition-on-the-fast-track-39479/I'd" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://reneweconomy.com.au/duck-solar-charge-puts-energy-market-transition-on-the-fast-track-39479/I'd</a> love to hear from you! Let me know if you have experience with alternative energies, or life off the gird, or if you have any questions. Also if you've made jams, preserves, stewed or bottled fruit! ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast:Hosted by Heather Welch This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, In PowerCut episodes like this one I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comPatreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring:</a> <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube:</a> <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch:</a> <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep</a> cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

Sunshine Hours, Measuring Power, Growth & Duck Curves

If you are feeling down about anything, I dare you to listen to Heather. She’s encouraging and positive and really is doing her part to bring more good into the world

I love this podcast and I love Heather! The host&#39;s soothing voice makes you feel better about most everything and she has motivated me with each sunshine episode to do better and be better. She is a ray of sunshine and to use a saying from a friend, &#34;She&#39;s a warm walking hug.&#34; Simply put, Heather is the sun and she radiates warmth so if you need some sun in your life, put this podcast in your earholes. But, with every light there is the dark and with every comes the moon and so Heather doesn&#39;t just discuss sunshine and being connected to nature. She also communicates the Powercuts that occur when living off the grid. I appreciate that she provides the complete experience - just like life. Some days are sunny and some days are not, but aren&#39;t we always looking for more sunshine? You&#39;ve found it here. Alysa, Best Forevers: A Podcast for Kindred Spirits

Radiates Sunshine

Sunshine & PowerCuts

PowEp019 - Rain Rain Go AwayRain Rain, Go AwayI need sun for power today.-- HeatherHello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this one are where I share honest insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey [em]powered by nature.Then continue the conversation over on the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts server on Discord.Ways you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsIf you have a story you'd like to share - fill in the form at the bottom of the Contact Page of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts WebsiteAnd you can Support the Show and get access to exclusive content and bonus episodes on Patreon.Upcoming Event: August 2018 - Sunshine Summit &amp; First Podversary of the PodcastWe will again be celebrating connections and the first podversary of the podcast with a week of livestreams.Details of the Guest List and Schedule will be coming to sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018If you would like to participate in a future Summit you can register your interest on the website.We will be live streaming on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulThere is also an event page on Facebook.Past Events: Sunshine Summit 2018 - 9th March to 16th March (US time Zone)The first annual Sunshine Summit was a week of Live Streams with some of the amazing people that I have met through Podcasting and over the past year.Replays can be found on the Sunshine Summit 2018 page on the websiteIn this Episode I talk about the rain. And how there's been a whole lot of it. Also the irony of having solar power with the current weather situation.There are two great listener questions that I answer and I hope you really enjoy the episode.If you enjoy the show, please share it with and friend and you can support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts communitySubscribe to the podcastConnect – Twitter  //  Instagram //  Facebook  //  Email  //  Discord ServerReview and Rate – PodBean // Spotify // iHeart Radio // Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  PoddirectoryMusic – Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music

PowEp019 - Rain Rain Go Away Rain Rain, Go Away I need sun for power today. -- Heather Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this one are where I share honest insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey [em]powered by nature. Then continue the conversation over on the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts server on Discord. Ways you can connect with me: Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPod Follow me on Instagram @SunPowerPod Email me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.com Leave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts If you have a story you'd like to share - fill in the form at the bottom of the Contact Page of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Website And you can Support the Show and get access to exclusive content and bonus episodes on Patreon. Upcoming Event: August 2018 - Sunshine Summit &amp; First Podversary of the Podcast We will again be celebrating connections and the first podversary of the podcast with a week of livestreams. Details of the Guest List and Schedule will be coming to <a href="http://sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018</a> If you would like to participate in a future Summit you can register your interest on the website. We will be live streaming on YouTube here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful</a> There is also an event page on Facebook. Past Events: Sunshine Summit 2018 - 9th March to 16th March (US time Zone) The first annual Sunshine Summit was a week of Live Streams with some of the amazing people that I have met through Podcasting and over the past year. Replays can be found on the Sunshine Summit 2018 page on the website In this Episode I talk about the rain. And how there's been a whole lot of it. Also the irony of having solar power with the current weather situation. There are two great listener questions that I answer and I hope you really enjoy the episode. If you enjoy the show, please share it with and friend and you can support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts community Subscribe to the podcast Connect – Twitter  //  Instagram //  Facebook  //  Email  //  Discord Server Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify // iHeart Radio // Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory Music – Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music</a>

Rain Rain Go Away

SunEp025 - GrowthFirst we look at what growth is and terms related to growth.Growth takes time and the changes can be uncomfortable.We and others around us may also have expectations related to growth.And we require the right growing conditions.What are some examples of growth you notice in nature?Listen to this episode, and then check in with yourself and your journey of growth.~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast.My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature,and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~From this Episode:In previous episodes we have looked at some of the conditions for growth -SunEp024 - RestSunEp022 - MovementSunEp021 - Nourishment~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastListen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser // PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

SunEp025 - Growth First we look at what growth is and terms related to growth. Growth takes time and the changes can be uncomfortable. We and others around us may also have expectations related to growth. And we require the right growing conditions. What are some examples of growth you notice in nature? Listen to this episode, and then check in with yourself and your journey of growth. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts <a href="http://podcast.My" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcast.My</a> name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ From this Episode: In previous episodes we have looked at some of the conditions for growth - SunEp024 - Rest SunEp022 - Movement SunEp021 - Nourishment ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Important Links: Website: <a href="http://www.sunshineandpowercuts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sunshineandpowercuts.com</a> Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a> TeeSpring: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> YouTube: <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful</a> Twitch: <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me: Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPod Follow me on Instagram @SunPowerPod Email me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.com Leave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show: To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a>. Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  // Podchaser // PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

Growth

Emily Prokop

SunEp023 - Part 1 Emily ProkopA special two part series featuring Emily Prokop, host of The Story Behind Podcast and author of The Story Behind Book. Emily also co-hosts a podcast with John Bukenas called Hate to Weight. Emily was one of my first connections in podcasting and joined me for the March 2018 Sunshine Summit and I had the privilege of catching up with her and we talk about a lot!In Part 1:An introduction to The Story Behind and my connection with EmilyThe story behind her first book based on her podcastHow she chose the book topics, including the chapter on Solar PanelsWe talk about Seasonal Affective DisorderPowerCutsNeighboursWhat Emily does for her wellbeingTools to help with ProductivityHow to Turn Your Podcast into a Book Article: https://podcastbusinessjournal.com/how-i-turned-my-podcast-into-a-book/Then tune in for the conclusion in Part 2 in PowEp023~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature,and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~From this Episode:March 2018 Sunshine Summit - with Emily ProkopThe Story Behind PodcastThe Story Behind BookThe Story Behind on PatreonStory Behind Facebook Page and GroupStory Behind on TwitterStory Behind on InstagramThe Hate to Weight PodcastHate to Weight Facebook GroupHate to Weight on Twitter~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastListen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

SunEp023 - Part 1 Emily Prokop A special two part series featuring Emily Prokop, host of The Story Behind Podcast and author of The Story Behind Book. Emily also co-hosts a podcast with John Bukenas called Hate to Weight. Emily was one of my first connections in podcasting and joined me for the March 2018 Sunshine Summit and I had the privilege of catching up with her and we talk about a lot! In Part 1: An introduction to The Story Behind and my connection with Emily The story behind her first book based on her podcast How she chose the book topics, including the chapter on Solar Panels We talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder PowerCuts Neighbours What Emily does for her wellbeing Tools to help with Productivity How to Turn Your Podcast into a Book Article: <a href="https://podcastbusinessjournal.com/how-i-turned-my-podcast-into-a-book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcastbusinessjournal.com/how-i-turned-my-podcast-into-a-book/</a> Then tune in for the conclusion in Part 2 in PowEp023 ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ From this Episode: March 2018 Sunshine Summit - with Emily Prokop The Story Behind Podcast The Story Behind Book The Story Behind on Patreon Story Behind Facebook Page and Group Story Behind on Twitter Story Behind on Instagram The Hate to Weight Podcast Hate to Weight Facebook Group Hate to Weight on Twitter ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Important Links: Website: <a href="http://www.sunshineandpowercuts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sunshineandpowercuts.com</a> Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a> TeeSpring: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> YouTube: <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful</a> Twitch: <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me: Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPod Follow me on Instagram @SunPowerPod Email me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.com Leave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show: To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a>. Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

Part A – Emily Prokop

PowEp001 - Brief Intro into our Off Grid System In the first of the PowerCut episodes of the podcast a brief introduction to our Off Grid System is given. ~~~ DISCLAIMER ~~~ Every Off Grid system and experience is going to be unique. The components we have in our system were selected by us to suit our budget and purpose. Our challenges partly relate to our system not being large enough to comfortably sustain a modern home of our size and the number of people that dwell there. This is due to the fact that we have been building up our system over time since we went fully Off-Grid in 2011. We decided to go off-grid because the cost to connect to the grid and get power to our site was too expensive. We have a standard 3 bedroom home with a small office and attached garage, the entire house is fully insulated, we have double glazed windows, an open plan kitchen, dining and living area, a main bathroom, a separate W/C and the master bedroom features an en suite. There are a multitude of alternative setups you could have, however this is what we are working with.  We do not offer advice on setting up Off Grid Systems, or have an affiliation with any of the suppliers mentioned below.  Additional Notes / Tech Specifications to the Podcast: 12 Solar Panels - 1 @ 190 watts, 11 @ 200 watts 16 x 225AH 6V Crown wet cell batteries wired in series for a 24V system - 4 batteries to each series. Our house runs on the NZ Standard of 230/240V AC (50Hz) not on DC power. The Outback components are the: Regulator / Charge Controller - is the 80amp   FLEXMax 80 A 3kW Inverter Charger - Vented GVFX3024E (50Hz) *( If you follow the link you will notice that our model of inverter / charger has been discontinued and the new version can be found here : VFXR3024E ) We have the MATE for the FLEXMax80 in our main living/dining area for easy access to monitor the power and from there we can turn the generator on when required. The Generator we have is a 6kVA Diesel Silent Generator. Wagener Fairburn Woodrange - we have the model in the image featured at the top of the page: The 'Wagener Fairburn on legs' The hot water cylinder connected to the wetback has the 3kW element and I will need to confirm the total capacity. The Fridge we have is the LG 450L bottom mount refrigerator which uses 299kWh / year. As for other high energy consuming appliances, we do also have a microwave I forgot to menton which uses 1000kW - this is only used occasionally and like all our other appliances: If an appliance is not in use, they are switched off. No appliances are left on 'standby mode' (such as the t.v. - it is switched off at the wall). If you have any questions or would like to share your experiences, please let me know via the links below. Connect with Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts on: Facebook - @SunshineAndPowerCuts Twitter - @SunPowerPod Instagram - @SunPowerPod Music: Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music

PowEp001 - Brief Intro into our Off Grid System In the first of the PowerCut episodes of the podcast a brief introduction to our Off Grid System is given. ~~~ DISCLAIMER ~~~ Every Off Grid system and experience is going to be unique. The components we have in our system were selected by us to suit our budget and purpose. Our challenges partly relate to our system not being large enough to comfortably sustain a modern home of our size and the number of people that dwell there. This is due to the fact that we have been building up our system over time since we went fully Off-Grid in 2011. We decided to go off-grid because the cost to connect to the grid and get power to our site was too expensive. We have a standard 3 bedroom home with a small office and attached garage, the entire house is fully insulated, we have double glazed windows, an open plan kitchen, dining and living area, a main bathroom, a separate W/C and the master bedroom features an en suite. There are a multitude of alternative setups you could have, however this is what we are working with. We do not offer advice on setting up Off Grid Systems, or have an affiliation with any of the suppliers mentioned below. Additional Notes / Tech Specifications to the Podcast: 12 Solar Panels - 1 @ 190 watts, 11 @ 200 watts 16 x 225AH 6V Crown wet cell batteries wired in series for a 24V system - 4 batteries to each series. Our house runs on the NZ Standard of 230/240V AC (50Hz) not on DC power. The Outback components are the: Regulator / Charge Controller - is the 80amp   FLEXMax 80 A 3kW Inverter Charger - Vented GVFX3024E (50Hz) *( If you follow the link you will notice that our model of inverter / charger has been discontinued and the new version can be found here : VFXR3024E ) We have the MATE for the FLEXMax80 in our main living/dining area for easy access to monitor the power and from there we can turn the generator on when required. The Generator we have is a 6kVA Diesel Silent Generator. Wagener Fairburn Woodrange - we have the model in the image featured at the top of the page: The 'Wagener Fairburn on legs' The hot water cylinder connected to the wetback has the 3kW element and I will need to confirm the total capacity. The Fridge we have is the LG 450L bottom mount refrigerator which uses 299kWh / year. As for other high energy consuming appliances, we do also have a microwave I forgot to menton which uses 1000kW - this is only used occasionally and like all our other appliances: If an appliance is not in use, they are switched off. No appliances are left on 'standby mode' (such as the t.v. - it is switched off at the wall). If you have any questions or would like to share your experiences, please let me know via the links below. Connect with Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts on: Facebook - @SunshineAndPowerCuts Twitter - @SunPowerPod Instagram - @SunPowerPod Music: Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music</a>

Brief Intro into our Off Grid System

PowEp003 - Daylight SavingsWelcome to the third PowerCut Episode - Daylight SavingsThere's a News Flash at the beginning of the episode.Then the recent Twitter Poll results are revealed and discussed.And the episode was recorded on the first day of Daylight Savings.Reminder - International Podcast Day on September 30th! Can't wait to celebrate!To become a patron and join the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts community head to:Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsIf you would like to share your thoughts on the seasons or daylight savings or your feedback on this podcast;You can connect with me:Email: hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comFacebook: @SunshineAndPowerCutsTwitter: @SunPowerPodInstagram: @SunPowerPodThe Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast is now on Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Blubrry, Stitcher and here on the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts website:Apple PodcastsTuneInBlubrryStitcherMusic:Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/musicPorches and Universes : Puddle of Infinity

PowEp003 - Daylight Savings Welcome to the third PowerCut Episode - Daylight Savings There's a News Flash at the beginning of the episode. Then the recent Twitter Poll results are revealed and discussed. And the episode was recorded on the first day of Daylight Savings. Reminder - International Podcast Day on September 30th! Can't wait to celebrate! To become a patron and join the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts community head to: <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a> If you would like to share your thoughts on the seasons or daylight savings or your feedback on this podcast; You can connect with me: Email: hello@sunshineandpowercuts.com Facebook: @SunshineAndPowerCuts Twitter: @SunPowerPod Instagram: @SunPowerPod The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast is now on Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, Blubrry, Stitcher and here on the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts website: Apple Podcasts TuneIn Blubrry Stitcher Music: Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music</a> Porches and Universes : Puddle of Infinity

Daylight Savings

SunEp018 - Weathering the StormsHello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast.My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature.Then continue the conversation over on the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts server on Discord.7 Days of Sunshine ChallengeWant to check in with yourself and let more light in?Check out the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge at sp.sunshineandpowercuts.com/7DaysofSunshineWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsIf you have a story you'd like to share - fill in the form at the bottom of the Contact Page of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts WebsiteTo gain access to extra resources and bonus episodes or to support the show you can find more on Patreon.Upcoming Event: August 2018 - Sunshine Summit &amp; First Podversary of the PodcastWe will again be celebrating connections and the first podversary of the podcast with a week of livestreams.Details of the Guest List and Schedule will be coming to sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018We will be live streaming on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulPast Events: Sunshine Summit 2018 - 9th March to 16th March (US time Zone)The first annual Sunshine Summit was a week of Live Streams with some of the amazing people that I have met through Podcasting and over the past year.Replays can be found on the Sunshine Summit 2018 page on the websiteIf you would like to participate in a future Summit you can register your interest on the website.Would you like to Support Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts?Support Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts communitySubscribe to the podcastConnect – Twitter  //  Instagram //  Facebook  //  Email  //  Discord ServerReview and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  PoddirectoryMusic – Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

SunEp018 - Weathering the Storms Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature. Then continue the conversation over on the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts server on Discord. 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge Want to check in with yourself and let more light in? Check out the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge at <a href="http://sp.sunshineandpowercuts.com/7DaysofSunshine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sp.sunshineandpowercuts.com/7DaysofSunshine</a> Ways you can connect with me: Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPod Follow me on Instagram @SunPowerPod Email me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.com Leave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts If you have a story you'd like to share - fill in the form at the bottom of the Contact Page of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Website To gain access to extra resources and bonus episodes or to support the show you can find more on Patreon. Upcoming Event: August 2018 - Sunshine Summit &amp; First Podversary of the Podcast We will again be celebrating connections and the first podversary of the podcast with a week of livestreams. Details of the Guest List and Schedule will be coming to <a href="http://sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018</a> We will be live streaming on YouTube here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful</a> Past Events: Sunshine Summit 2018 - 9th March to 16th March (US time Zone) The first annual Sunshine Summit was a week of Live Streams with some of the amazing people that I have met through Podcasting and over the past year. Replays can be found on the Sunshine Summit 2018 page on the website If you would like to participate in a future Summit you can register your interest on the website. Would you like to Support Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts? Support Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts community Subscribe to the podcast Connect – Twitter  //  Instagram //  Facebook  //  Email  //  Discord Server Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory Music – Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

Weathering the Storms

SunEp002 - When Do You Let the Light In?Welcome to the second Sunshine episode of the The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Podcast - When Do You Let the Light In?If you are new to the show, please go ahead and listen to the Intro Ep-000 to get familiar with what this is all about.The first 7 Sunshine episodes are based on the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge that Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts launched in June 2017.If you'd like to find out more about the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge you can do so here:http://sp.sunshineandpowercuts.com/7DaysofSunshineThis is the second Sunshine Episode - Today's topic is: When Do You Let the Light In?The series has a daily checklist resource with prompts to check in with yourself and discover your daily routine.Once you are aware of what is working and what is not, you can make changes and the What Lights You Up exercise can offer ideas for activities that will help uplift you in ways that are specifically meaningful for you.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and share it with a friend.If you listen on iTunes, please give it a 5 star rating and leave a brief review.Connect with Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts on:Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsTwitter: @SunPowerPodInstagram: @sunshine_and_powercutsHashtag: #sunshineandpowercuts7 days of Sunshine Challenge Hashtag: #7DaysofSun-----------------------------------------------------------------Music: Porches and Universes - Puddle of Infinity

SunEp002 - When Do You Let the Light In? Welcome to the second Sunshine episode of the The Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Podcast - When Do You Let the Light In? If you are new to the show, please go ahead and listen to the Intro Ep-000 to get familiar with what this is all about. The first 7 Sunshine episodes are based on the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge that Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts launched in June 2017. If you'd like to find out more about the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge you can do so here: <a href="http://sp.sunshineandpowercuts.com/7DaysofSunshine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://sp.sunshineandpowercuts.com/7DaysofSunshine</a> This is the second Sunshine Episode - Today's topic is: When Do You Let the Light In? The series has a daily checklist resource with prompts to check in with yourself and discover your daily routine. Once you are aware of what is working and what is not, you can make changes and the What Lights You Up exercise can offer ideas for activities that will help uplift you in ways that are specifically meaningful for you. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and share it with a friend. If you listen on iTunes, please give it a 5 star rating and leave a brief review. Connect with Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts on: Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Twitter: @SunPowerPod Instagram: @sunshine_and_powercuts Hashtag: #sunshineandpowercuts 7 days of Sunshine Challenge Hashtag: #7DaysofSun ----------------------------------------------------------------- Music: Porches and Universes - Puddle of Infinity

When Do You Let the Light In?

SunEp019 - Bask in the SunTake a moment. Bask in the warmth of the sun.Where and when do you enjoy the sunshine and how do you shine bright?Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast.My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature.Then continue the conversation over on the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts server on Discord.7 Days of Sunshine ChallengeWant to check in with yourself and let more light in?Check out the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge at sp.sunshineandpowercuts.com/7DaysofSunshineWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsIf you have a story you'd like to share - fill in the form at the bottom of the Contact Page of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts WebsiteSupport the Show:To gain access to extra resources and bonus episodes or to just support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsUpcoming Event: August 2018 - Sunshine Summit &amp; First Podversary of the PodcastWe will again be celebrating connections and the first podversary of the podcast with a week of livestreams.Details of the Guest List and Schedule are availble here: sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018We will be live streaming on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulWould you like to Support Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts?Support Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts communityThere are also now a few Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts items available for purchase on TeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastConnect – Twitter  //  Instagram //  Facebook  //  Email  //  Discord ServerReview and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  PoddirectoryMusic – Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

SunEp019 - Bask in the Sun Take a moment. Bask in the warmth of the sun. Where and when do you enjoy the sunshine and how do you shine bright? Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature. Then continue the conversation over on the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts server on Discord. 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge Want to check in with yourself and let more light in? Check out the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge at <a href="http://sp.sunshineandpowercuts.com/7DaysofSunshine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sp.sunshineandpowercuts.com/7DaysofSunshine</a> Ways you can connect with me: Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPod Follow me on Instagram @SunPowerPod Email me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.com Leave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts If you have a story you'd like to share - fill in the form at the bottom of the Contact Page of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Website Support the Show: To gain access to extra resources and bonus episodes or to just support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a>. Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Upcoming Event: August 2018 - Sunshine Summit &amp; First Podversary of the Podcast We will again be celebrating connections and the first podversary of the podcast with a week of livestreams. Details of the Guest List and Schedule are availble here: <a href="http://sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018</a> We will be live streaming on YouTube here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful</a> Would you like to Support Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts? Support Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts community There are also now a few Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts items available for purchase on TeeSpring: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Connect – Twitter  //  Instagram //  Facebook  //  Email  //  Discord Server Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory Music – Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

Bask in the Sun

Guy Fawkes

PowEp006 - Guy FawkesAlso in this episode: Earth Ovens and HayfeverThis podcast episode might delight the pyro in you...We've cooked a Hāngi, lit some fireworks, run out of firewood for the Wagener Fairburn, and with the help of some sunshine been able to turn on some of our more thirsty electrical devices.To hear the Bonus Episode about the Hāngi and my road trip to see The Dollop live in Auckland, head over to PatreonSupport this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts communitySubscribe to the podcastConnect - Instagram // Twitter  //  Facebook  //  EmailReview and Rate - Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  PoddirectoryMusic - Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music

PowEp006 - Guy Fawkes Also in this episode: Earth Ovens and Hayfever This podcast episode might delight the pyro in you... We've cooked a Hāngi, lit some fireworks, run out of firewood for the Wagener Fairburn, and with the help of some sunshine been able to turn on some of our more thirsty electrical devices. To hear the Bonus Episode about the Hāngi and my road trip to see The Dollop live in Auckland, head over to Patreon Support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts community Subscribe to the podcast Connect - Instagram // Twitter  //  Facebook  //  Email Review and Rate - Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory Music - Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music</a>

PowEp020 - Connection ChallengesThe Original Connection ChallengeStruggling to have a power connection due to the weather and not having a backup optionInternet Connection ChallengesImportant Connections to make when Off-the-Grid~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~IntroductionHello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this one are where I share honest insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey [em]powered by nature.~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Notes from this episode:Internet Connection Speeds - the rate in megabits per second (Mbps) at which data is able to be downloaded from the internet to your computer and data is able to be uploaded from your computer to the internet.The faster the speed the faster the data is transferred, allowing for smoother livestreams for example.My original connection speed was 5Mbps down, 1Mbps up - which led to stability issues whilst connecting via video and livestreaming.The upgraded speed for the Sunshine Summit was 30Mbps down, 5Mbps up - which allowed the livestreams to go ahead.The reason the speeds were taken away at the end of August according to the Internet Service Provider (ISP) was due to the tower the signal was coming from hadn't been upgraded to be able to cope with sending data that fast wirelessly.~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsIf you have a story you'd like to share - fill in the form at the bottom of the Contact Page of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts WebsiteAnd you can Support the Show and get access to exclusive content and bonus episodes on Patreon.~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Upcoming Event: International Podcast Day 2018 - September 30thCelebrate the Power of PodcastingI have been invited to be a guest speaker for the official International PodcastDay 2018 livestream event.I would love for you to join me for my segment in the live chat: https://internationalpodcastday.com/live/6pm PDT on September 29th - which is 2pm NZT on Sept 30thYou can find out more here: https://internationalpodcastday.com/speakers/heather-welch/Use #InternationalPodcastDay on social media to follow the conversations.Listen to: Bonus Episode 02 - International Podcast Day 2017Previous Events: Sunshine Summits March &amp; August 2018Sunshine Summit 2018 - 11th August to 17th August (US time Zones)Replays can be found on the Sunshine Summit 2018 page on the website.Or on YouTube here:March Sunshine Summit YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_T9JPQKm9VM90_3I5UgjNRZAugust Sunshine Summit YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_QM8pfqFq7nSnnCWooXQ-nm~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Support the Show:To gain access to the commmunity, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastListen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  PoddirectoryMusic – Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music

PowEp020 - Connection Challenges The Original Connection Challenge Struggling to have a power connection due to the weather and not having a backup option Internet Connection Challenges Important Connections to make when Off-the-Grid ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Introduction Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast, my name is Heather and I am your host. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes like this one are where I share honest insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey [em]powered by nature. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Notes from this episode: Internet Connection Speeds - the rate in megabits per second (Mbps) at which data is able to be downloaded from the internet to your computer and data is able to be uploaded from your computer to the internet. The faster the speed the faster the data is transferred, allowing for smoother livestreams for example. My original connection speed was 5Mbps down, 1Mbps up - which led to stability issues whilst connecting via video and livestreaming. The upgraded speed for the Sunshine Summit was 30Mbps down, 5Mbps up - which allowed the livestreams to go ahead. The reason the speeds were taken away at the end of August according to the Internet Service Provider (ISP) was due to the tower the signal was coming from hadn't been upgraded to be able to cope with sending data that fast wirelessly. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Important Links: Website: <a href="http://www.sunshineandpowercuts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sunshineandpowercuts.com</a> Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a> TeeSpring: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> YouTube: <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful</a> Twitch: <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me: Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPod Follow me on Instagram @SunPowerPod Email me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.com Leave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts If you have a story you'd like to share - fill in the form at the bottom of the Contact Page of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Website And you can Support the Show and get access to exclusive content and bonus episodes on Patreon. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Upcoming Event: International Podcast Day 2018 - September 30th Celebrate the Power of Podcasting I have been invited to be a guest speaker for the official International PodcastDay 2018 livestream event. I would love for you to join me for my segment in the live chat: <a href="https://internationalpodcastday.com/live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://internationalpodcastday.com/live/</a> 6pm PDT on September 29th - which is 2pm NZT on Sept 30th You can find out more here: <a href="https://internationalpodcastday.com/speakers/heather-welch/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://internationalpodcastday.com/speakers/heather-welch/</a> Use #InternationalPodcastDay on social media to follow the conversations. Listen to: Bonus Episode 02 - International Podcast Day 2017 Previous Events: Sunshine Summits March &amp; August 2018 Sunshine Summit 2018 - 11th August to 17th August (US time Zones) Replays can be found on the Sunshine Summit 2018 page on the website. Or on YouTube here: March Sunshine Summit YouTube Playlist: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_T9JPQKm9VM90_3I5UgjNRZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_T9JPQKm9VM90_3I5UgjNRZ</a> August Sunshine Summit YouTube Playlist: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_QM8pfqFq7nSnnCWooXQ-nm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_QM8pfqFq7nSnnCWooXQ-nm</a> ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Support the Show: To gain access to the commmunity, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a>. Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory Music – Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music</a>

Connection Challenges

Resilience

SunEp020 - ResilienceOur felxibility, and our ability to bend and flex and bounce back and recover from adversity.It's not just about endurance, it's about how you recharge, adapt to change and reclaim your power.~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast.My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature,and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~This episode begins with a recap:August 2018 marked the 1st anniversary of this podcast.Thank you for taking the time to connect and listen, for sharing it with a friend, connecting on social media, sending questions, leaving a review and for your support.Our connection and your support helps us to shine bright and light up the world together.A very special thank you to those who have become patrons and those who have purchased items from the Teespring store!To celebrate the first podversary we hosted the second Sunshine Summit livestream event with 12 guests over 7 days.Details of the Guest List and Schedule are availble here: sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018March Sunshine Summit YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_T9JPQKm9VM90_3I5UgjNRZAugust Sunshine Summit YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_QM8pfqFq7nSnnCWooXQ-nmYou can register your interest in participating in a future Summit here: https://www.sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018Upcoming Event: International Podcast Day 2018 - September 30th Celebrate the Power of PodcastingI have been invited to be a guest speaker for the official International PodcastDay 2018 livestream event.I would love for you to join me for my segment in the live chat: https://internationalpodcastday.com/live/6pm PDT on September 29th - which is 2pm NZT on Sept 30thYou can find out more here: https://internationalpodcastday.com/speakers/heather-welch/Use #InternationalPodcastDay on social media to follow the conversations.Listen to: Bonus Episode 02 - International Podcast Day 2017~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the commmunity, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastListen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  PoddirectoryMusic – Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

SunEp020 - Resilience Our felxibility, and our ability to bend and flex and bounce back and recover from adversity. It's not just about endurance, it's about how you recharge, adapt to change and reclaim your power. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ This episode begins with a recap: August 2018 marked the 1st anniversary of this podcast. Thank you for taking the time to connect and listen, for sharing it with a friend, connecting on social media, sending questions, leaving a review and for your support. Our connection and your support helps us to shine bright and light up the world together. A very special thank you to those who have become patrons and those who have purchased items from the Teespring store! To celebrate the first podversary we hosted the second Sunshine Summit livestream event with 12 guests over 7 days. Details of the Guest List and Schedule are availble here: <a href="http://sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018</a> March Sunshine Summit YouTube Playlist: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_T9JPQKm9VM90_3I5UgjNRZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_T9JPQKm9VM90_3I5UgjNRZ</a> August Sunshine Summit YouTube Playlist: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_QM8pfqFq7nSnnCWooXQ-nm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL070DpBFuf_QM8pfqFq7nSnnCWooXQ-nm</a> You can register your interest in participating in a future Summit here: <a href="https://www.sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sunshineandpowercuts.com/sunshinesummit2018</a> Upcoming Event: International Podcast Day 2018 - September 30th  Celebrate the Power of Podcasting I have been invited to be a guest speaker for the official International PodcastDay 2018 livestream event. I would love for you to join me for my segment in the live chat: <a href="https://internationalpodcastday.com/live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://internationalpodcastday.com/live/</a> 6pm PDT on September 29th - which is 2pm NZT on Sept 30th You can find out more here: <a href="https://internationalpodcastday.com/speakers/heather-welch/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://internationalpodcastday.com/speakers/heather-welch/</a> Use #InternationalPodcastDay on social media to follow the conversations. Listen to: Bonus Episode 02 - International Podcast Day 2017 ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Important Links: Website: <a href="http://www.sunshineandpowercuts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sunshineandpowercuts.com</a> Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a> TeeSpring: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> YouTube: <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful</a> Twitch: <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me: Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPod Follow me on Instagram @SunPowerPod Email me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.com Leave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show: To gain access to the commmunity, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a>. Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory Music – Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

SunEp006 - PerspectiveThis episode draws on Day 6 of the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge Series.The topic for this episode is Perspective.We look at what it is and ways we can check in with ourselves to rediscover our point of view and regain sight of the bigger picture.Amendment Note -This is not the second to last Sunshine Episode.I meant to say it's the second to last of the episodes based on the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge Series.Support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts communitySubscribe to the podcastConnect - Instagram // Twitter  //  Facebook  //  EmailReview and Rate - Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  PoddirectoryMusic - Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

SunEp006 - Perspective This episode draws on Day 6 of the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge Series. The topic for this episode is Perspective. We look at what it is and ways we can check in with ourselves to rediscover our point of view and regain sight of the bigger picture. Amendment Note - This is not the second to last Sunshine Episode. I meant to say it's the second to last of the episodes based on the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge Series. Support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts community Subscribe to the podcast Connect - Instagram // Twitter  //  Facebook  //  Email Review and Rate - Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory Music - Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

Perspective

SunEp003 - Be StillWelcome to the third Sunshine episode of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Podcast - Be Still.This episode is taken from Day 3 of the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge and is about slowing down. Making time to stop and listen to the world around us. And to reflect.Quick Recap: Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts has received a lot of support and to show my appreciation, last week I released a Bonus Gratitude episode - so if you missed that one, go back and have a listen.If you are enjoying the podcast so far, or if you have feedback please let me know!Also get in touch if you have experiences living off-the-grid or times when and where nature has inspired or empowered you.You can connect with me on Twitter @SunPowerPod or Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts. Or you can email hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comHelp Spread the Word about Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts:If you listen on Apple Podcasts, I would really appreciate if you could leave a rating and review.You can now also leave a review on the listing we have on the Podknife Directory.The show can be found on TuneIn // Blubrry // StitcherAnd if you know someone else who may enjoy it, please share it with a friend!Patreon:You'll now know the mission of Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts is to inspire and [em]power you through a re-connection with nature and encourage and support you on your wellbeing journey.So we have set up Patreon for Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts where you can support the creative content, the mission and become a part of the community. The goal of our Patreon is to grow a community that values rebuilding connections to nature, the world around us and with each other. When we support each other, we all rise up and we can shine bright and light up the world.You can find out more at: patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsMusic - Porches and Universes : Puddle of Infinity

SunEp003 - Be Still Welcome to the third Sunshine episode of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Podcast - Be Still. This episode is taken from Day 3 of the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge and is about slowing down. Making time to stop and listen to the world around us. And to reflect. Quick Recap: Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts has received a lot of support and to show my appreciation, last week I released a Bonus Gratitude episode - so if you missed that one, go back and have a listen. If you are enjoying the podcast so far, or if you have feedback please let me know! Also get in touch if you have experiences living off-the-grid or times when and where nature has inspired or empowered you. You can connect with me on Twitter @SunPowerPod or Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts. Or you can email hello@sunshineandpowercuts.com Help Spread the Word about Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts: If you listen on Apple Podcasts, I would really appreciate if you could leave a rating and review. You can now also leave a review on the listing we have on the Podknife Directory. The show can be found on TuneIn // Blubrry // Stitcher And if you know someone else who may enjoy it, please share it with a friend! Patreon: You'll now know the mission of Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts is to inspire and [em]power you through a re-connection with nature and encourage and support you on your wellbeing journey. So we have set up Patreon for Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts where you can support the creative content, the mission and become a part of the community. The goal of our Patreon is to grow a community that values rebuilding connections to nature, the world around us and with each other. When we support each other, we all rise up and we can shine bright and light up the world. You can find out more at: <a href="http://patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a> Music - Porches and Universes : Puddle of Infinity

Be Still

Bonus 04 - Thanks GivingThis episode was a work in progress that took a lot longer than intended! Nearly all the things that could go wrong, went wrong. So it is definitely a labour of love.Here is an episode of reflection and gratitude.Also, if you'd be keen to get together to brainstorm and work through creative exercises let me know!Episode Mentions:Adam Higgins of the Odd Dad Out PodcastOdd Dad Out on TwitterOdd Dad Out on FacebookEpisode 82 of the Odd Dad Out PodcastNicholas HaskinsEpic Film Guys WebsiteTwitterFacebookRestauRant PodcastTwitterFacebookReserved Seating GroupPodcastage - Tech Gear reviews by Bandrew ScottPodcastage YouTube ChannelPodcastage Discord ServerNew way to connect with Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts:Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Discord ServerSupport this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts communitySubscribe to the podcastConnect - Instagram // Twitter  //  Facebook  //  EmailReview and Rate - Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  PoddirectoryMusic - Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

Bonus 04 - Thanks Giving This episode was a work in progress that took a lot longer than intended! Nearly all the things that could go wrong, went wrong. So it is definitely a labour of love. Here is an episode of reflection and gratitude. Also, if you'd be keen to get together to brainstorm and work through creative exercises let me know! Episode Mentions: Adam Higgins of the Odd Dad Out Podcast Odd Dad Out on Twitter Odd Dad Out on Facebook Episode 82 of the Odd Dad Out Podcast Nicholas Haskins Epic Film Guys Website Twitter Facebook RestauRant Podcast Twitter Facebook Reserved Seating Group Podcastage - Tech Gear reviews by Bandrew Scott Podcastage YouTube Channel Podcastage Discord Server New way to connect with Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts: Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Discord Server Support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts community Subscribe to the podcast Connect - Instagram // Twitter  //  Facebook  //  Email Review and Rate - Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory Music - Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

Bonus – Thanks Giving

PowEp007 - Too Much Sun?For the seventh PowerCut Episode I talk about what can happen when there's too much sun...There will be a bonus episode coming out this week; a reflection of the podcast so far, some gratitude and insight on the direction of both the Sunshine &amp; PowerCut episodes.Support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts communitySubscribe to the podcastConnect – Instagram // Twitter  //  Facebook  //  Email  // DiscordReview and Rate – Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  PoddirectoryMusic – Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music

PowEp007 - Too Much Sun? For the seventh PowerCut Episode I talk about what can happen when there's too much sun... There will be a bonus episode coming out this week; a reflection of the podcast so far, some gratitude and insight on the direction of both the Sunshine &amp; PowerCut episodes. Support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts community Subscribe to the podcast Connect – Instagram // Twitter  //  Facebook  //  Email  // Discord Review and Rate – Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory Music – Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven from the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music</a>

Too Much Sun?

PowEp023 - Part B Emily ProkopA special two part series featuring Emily Prokop, host of The Story Behind Podcast and author of The Story Behind Book.Emily also co-hosts a podcast with John Bukenas called Hate to Weight.Emily was one of my first connections in podcasting and joined me for the March 2018 Sunshine Summit and I had the privilege of catching up with her and we talk about a lot!In case you missed it: Listen to Part 1 - SunEp023In Part 2:Recap the Hate to Weight podcast and communities we buildConnecting with those communitiesCommunicatingTLDR : Summarizing the already succinct chapters in The Story Behind BookA recap of the experiences lending themselves to all things Emily is doingAbout the experience of Co-hosting Hate to Weight and doing Live RecordingsKeeping well to do all the projects she is working on: When Emily lets the Light InMaking connections and the engagementHow to deal with Social Media when it's too muchGetting to know a Podcast HostHow we phrase things and the impact our mindset hasPower Phrase: "I Get To Do This!"Thank You so much Emily!For your support and this opportunity to chat with you and also for including Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts in the Did You Know segment of the chapter on Solar Panels in your book!~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast.My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment.This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate.Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature,and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid.Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Links From this Episode:In case you missed it: Listen to Part 1 - SunEp023 March 2018 Sunshine Summit - with Emily ProkopThe Story Behind PodcastThe Story Behind BookThe Story Behind on PatreonStory Behind Facebook Page and GroupStory Behind on TwitterStory Behind on InstagramThe Hate to Weight PodcastHate to Weight Facebook GroupHate to Weight on TwitterE Podcast Productions~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~Important Links:Website: www.sunshineandpowercuts.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCutsTeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsYouTube: youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautifulTwitch: twitch.tv/sunpowerpodWays you can connect with me:Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPodFollow me on Instagram @SunPowerPodEmail me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.comLeave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCutsSupport the Show:To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts.Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercutsSubscribe to the podcastListen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

PowEp023 - Part B Emily Prokop A special two part series featuring Emily Prokop, host of The Story Behind Podcast and author of The Story Behind Book.Emily also co-hosts a podcast with John Bukenas called Hate to Weight. Emily was one of my first connections in podcasting and joined me for the March 2018 Sunshine Summit and I had the privilege of catching up with her and we talk about a lot! In case you missed it: Listen to Part 1 - SunEp023 In Part 2: Recap the Hate to Weight podcast and communities we build Connecting with those communities Communicating TLDR : Summarizing the already succinct chapters in The Story Behind Book A recap of the experiences lending themselves to all things Emily is doing About the experience of Co-hosting Hate to Weight and doing Live Recordings Keeping well to do all the projects she is working on: When Emily lets the Light In Making connections and the engagement How to deal with Social Media when it's too much Getting to know a Podcast Host How we phrase things and the impact our mindset has Power Phrase: "I Get To Do This!" Thank You so much Emily! For your support and this opportunity to chat with you and also for including Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts in the Did You Know segment of the chapter on Solar Panels in your book! ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Hello and welcome to the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast. My name is Heather and I am your host on this journey of empowerment. This podcast features two types of episodes which alternate. Sunshine ones like this one offer inspiration drawn from nature, and the PowerCut episodes are where I share insights into my life living off the power grid. Embark on a journey empowered by nature, then continue the conversation as part of the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts Community ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Links From this Episode: In case you missed it: Listen to Part 1 - SunEp023 March 2018 Sunshine Summit - with Emily ProkopThe Story Behind Podcast The Story Behind Book The Story Behind on Patreon Story Behind Facebook Page and Group Story Behind on Twitter Story Behind on Instagram The Hate to Weight Podcast Hate to Weight Facebook Group Hate to Weight on Twitter E Podcast Productions ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Important Links: Website: <a href="http://www.sunshineandpowercuts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sunshineandpowercuts.com</a> Patreon: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a> TeeSpring: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> YouTube: <a href="http://youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/HeatherWelch_life-is-beautiful</a> Twitch: <a href="http://twitch.tv/sunpowerpod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitch.tv/sunpowerpod</a> Ways you can connect with me: Tweet me on Twitter @SunPowerPod Follow me on Instagram @SunPowerPod Email me at hello@sunshineandpowercuts.com Leave me a comment on Facebook @SunshineAndPowerCuts Support the Show: To gain access to the community, extra resources and bonus episodes or to just simply support the show you can do so on <a href="http://Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/SunshineAndPowerCuts</a>. Keep cool in a Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts t-shirt, warm up with a hoodie, take a tote bag or savour the moment with a mug from the TeeSpring Store: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://teespring.com/stores/sunshine-powercuts</a> Subscribe to the podcast Listen, Review and Rate – PodBean // Spotify //  Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory

Part B – Emily Prokop

SunEp007 - ReflectionThe final Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast episode from the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge. What better way to end the series with Reflection.The 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge was a great foundation for the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast.We look back on each of the episodes.Take time to reflect and be a beautiful reflection.Shine bright and be empowered by nature.Support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts communitySubscribe to the podcastConnect - Instagram // Twitter  //  Facebook  //  EmailReview and Rate - Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  PoddirectoryMusic - Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

SunEp007 - Reflection The final Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast episode from the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge. What better way to end the series with Reflection. The 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge was a great foundation for the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts podcast. We look back on each of the episodes. Take time to reflect and be a beautiful reflection. Shine bright and be empowered by nature. Support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts community Subscribe to the podcast Connect - Instagram // Twitter  //  Facebook  //  Email Review and Rate - Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife  //  Poddirectory Music - Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

Reflection

SunEp004 - UnpluggedWe are half way through the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge.For this 4th Sunshine Episode, the theme is "Unplugged"This episode is slower than usual - to allow you take a moment to relax.Make time to unplug yourself today so that you can re-charge your mind, body and soul.Support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts communitySubscribe to the podcastConnect - Instagram // Twitter  //  FacebookReview and Rate - Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnifeMusic - Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

SunEp004 - Unplugged We are half way through the 7 Days of Sunshine Challenge. For this 4th Sunshine Episode, the theme is "Unplugged" This episode is slower than usual - to allow you take a moment to relax. Make time to unplug yourself today so that you can re-charge your mind, body and soul. Support this Podcast by becoming a Patron and joining the Sunshine &amp; PowerCuts community Subscribe to the podcast Connect - Instagram // Twitter  //  Facebook Review and Rate - Apple Podcasts  //  Stitcher  //  Tune In  //  PodKnife Music - Porches &amp; Universes : Puddles of Infinity

Unplugged

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