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by Craig Anderson

5.0(41 reviews)
21 episodes
Updated Bi-weekly
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Kiwi Tales podcasts and videos of Kiwis with interesting stories to tell. I really enjoy interacting with people on a one on one basis, and trying to understand what makes them tick, and how they came to be where they are in their life today. I have encountered so many people in my life that have such interesting stories to tell, and have their own unique perspective on the world, and I often find myself thinking what a shame it is we will never know their story. These people are not always those we might imagine them to be. There are people who live their life quietly without a word as to what they’ve done in their past. There are old folks who have done things in younger days that we would think impossible now. Everyone has a story to tell, and that is my goal with this little idea, to try and tell them, and in doing so to encourage, provide hope, and to inspire. Credit NZ Flag Image: vecteezy.com

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Publishing Since

3/17/2023

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Episode thumbnail for Kiwi Tales #21: Frank Wright - Serial Beaver Rebuilder (plus a whole lot more ...)

May 12, 2026

Kiwi Tales #21: Frank Wright - Serial Beaver Rebuilder (plus a whole lot more ...)

<p>Frank Wright is known for his high quality aircraft rebuilds, however he has had a lifetime of adventures (both in and out of aviation) including barefoot waterskiing, pacific ferry flying, jet boating, venison recovery with Supercub and helicopter, movie star, and many others.PLEASE &quot;LIKE&quot; AND &quot;SUBSCRIBE&quot; IF YOU ENJOYED THIS VIDEO. IT HELPS A LOT. THANKYOU!0:00 Introduction10:34 Early Aviation Memories14:32 Sheet Metal Apprenticeship17:29 Australia24:49 Manapouri Hydro Scheme23:49 Papua New Guinea27:30 Tunisia30:38 California Road Trip32:41 Hawaii38:16 C206 Rebuild40:30 C206 Ferry Flight to NZ54:56 Back in NZ1:01:02 Jet Boating1:05:22 Meeting Kay1:09:33 Coffee Shop/Ice Cream Parlour1:12:16 Supercub ZK-BRO1:21:08 Introduction to Helicopters1:25:27 Dave Saxton1:35:03 Hughes 300 B Model Purchase1:38:49 Venison Recovery from Helicopter1:42:57 Live Capture1:45:58 Ron Connell1:48:06 Wapiti Capture1:51:24 Goats/H300 Accident1:58:34 Race for the Yankee Zephyr2:03:33 Cray Fishing2:12:45 Kaimai Downs2:17:39 Aircraft Restorations2:23:06 Vietnam2:25:26 India2:30:01 Concorde2:33:44 Misc Ventures and Stories2:36:26 Final Questions2:47:10 More Stories</p>

Episode thumbnail for Kiwi Tales #20: Patrick Nolan - Half a Century of Helicopter Flying in NZ and Overseas

February 13, 2026

Kiwi Tales #20: Patrick Nolan - Half a Century of Helicopter Flying in NZ and Overseas

<p>The Nolan family has 150 years of history in South Westland, and still farm the same land they did in the late 1800&#39;s. </p><p>Patrick has a lifetime of experience in NZ deer shooting, helicopter flying, and live capture, and has flown in 9 countries.</p><p>0:00 Nolan Family History</p><p>6:35 Paddy Nolan</p><p>8:55 Dinny Nolan</p><p>13:04 Poem - Deserted Arawhata by Dinny Nolan</p><p>16:03 Robbie Nolan</p><p>19:31 Des Nolan</p><p>24:04 Early Years</p><p>24:35 Tony Hawker</p><p>32:17 Helicopter Gutting/Shooting</p><p>43:09 Incident with Bill Winefield</p><p>55:38 Helicopter Flying</p><p>1:05:06 Live Capture</p><p>1:18:58 Marty Nolan</p><p>1:22:44 Flying Overseas</p><p>1:30:01 Mountain Lion Scare</p><p>1:33:06 Accident</p><p>1:40:12 Howard Smith Accidents</p><p>1:42:51 Coming Back to NZ</p><p>1:43:40 Cancer Diagnosis &amp; Life After Flying</p><p>1:45:43 Final Questions</p>

Episode thumbnail for Kiwi Tales #19: Charlie Janes - Bush Pilot and Hunting Legend

November 15, 2025

Kiwi Tales #19: Charlie Janes - Bush Pilot and Hunting Legend

<p>Charlie Janes is very well known in hunting and bush flying circles due to his five hilarious and entertaining books written in the 80&#39;s and 90&#39;s, and could be referred to as a modern day Barry Crump. </p><p>He has spent years in the bush, mostly by himself in all weather, at all hours of the day and night. He has owned and flown various aircraft into tiny bush strips built by himself with months of back breaking work. He despises bureaucrats, and has run foul of authority on various occasions. And ... he&#39;s also a genuine, down to earth, honest, good kiwi bloke!</p><p><br></p><p>PLEASE &quot;LIKE&quot; AND &quot;SUBSCRIBE&quot; IF YOU ENJOYED THIS VIDEO. IT HELPS A LOT. THANKYOU!</p><p><br></p><p>Also available on Spotify and other major podcast apps.</p><p><br></p><p>0:00 Introduction</p><p>4:20 Early Hunting Years </p><p>9:18 Books</p><p>11:25 Searching for a Better Way</p><p>17:52 Learning to Fly &amp; First Aircraft ZK-BAQ</p><p>23:08 Manuka International Strip</p><p>32:30 Jodel D11 ZK-EFK</p><p>34:28 Te Rangi Strip</p><p>35:57 Ngaruroro Strip</p><p>54:18 Rover V8 Auster ZK-ATO</p><p>1:12:56 Protech ZK-PTU</p><p>1:15:43 Te Rangi Crash</p><p>1:28:55 Dealing with Weather</p><p>1:31:13 Hunting</p><p>1:40:30 Te Hoe Strip</p><p>1:55:34 Leg Up Trust &amp; Ros Rowe</p><p>2:04:01 Horse Trekking</p><p>2:04:51 Final Questions</p><p>2:10:21 Riding the Wave</p>

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What is Kiwi Tales?

Kiwi Tales podcasts and videos of Kiwis with interesting stories to tell.

I really enjoy interacting with people on a one on one basis, and trying to understand what makes them tick, and how they came to be where they are in their life today. I have encountered so many people in my life that have such interesting stories to tell, and have their own unique perspective on the world, and I often find myself thinking what a shame it is we will never know their story. These people are not always those we might imagine them to be. There are people who live their life quietly without a word as to what they’ve done in their past. There are old folks who have done things in younger days that we would think impossible now.

Everyone has a story to tell, and that is my goal with this little idea, to try and tell them, and in doing so to encourage, provide hope, and to inspire.

Credit NZ Flag Image: vecteezy.com

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates bi-weekly.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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