Pallas Hupé is a former television journalist and Emmy award winner. A graduate of Oxford University, her wanderlust has now led her to New Zealand, where she lives with her husband, two sons and a tiny dog. Her creative energy is now focused on writing, media coaching and public speaking. Her TEDx talk ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QlXre4B3R0 ) sums up her personal philosophy: Life is short. Make it Extraordinary.
There were only about 6 or 7 people in the theater waiting to watch Monty Python Live (Mostly) a few months ago. I arrived extra early to get good... Read more →
A combination of fate and a yearning for adventure sent me halfway around the world to live in New Zealand’s capital city, Wellington. Here I... Read more →
Even Kiwis will admit New Zealand isn’t know for style, with a capital “S”, like in London or Paris. A wonderful independent streak maybe -... Read more →
On August 16th, a 6.6 earthquake hit near Seddon, New Zealand. It destroyed some homes at the epicenter - but just did limited damage in the capital,... Read more →
How many of us have experienced real devastation in our lives? I mean when the rug is pulled from under you, your knees buckle and the world as you... Read more →
Under the veneer of conviviality, and a fairly universal state of “chillax,” as they say here in New Zealand, you might be surprised to find at... Read more →
Ten years ago when I was working a late night shift in the news on the CBS affiliate in Detroit, and my hours were often unpredictable, we welcomed... Read more →
The Hobbit Village in Wellington. The countdown to The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is making worldwide headlines, and the film premieres here... Read more →
...that’s what children in the United States are taught if they get lost in the forest. It’s supposed to calm fears and anchor them to a spot... Read more →
My fingers are numb. I’ve been sitting at my computer for a couple of hours and the midday chill has settled into my house. There is no sun in... Read more →
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