Conversations With Wāhine
Join our hosts are we interview inspirational guests who are leading change in their fields within the country, and the globe.
We champion the work Wellington women are achieving in their respective fields and amplify their voices in the community.
This podcast is brought to you by the National Council of Women Wellington Branch.
Available on Access Radio, and our Zoom calls can be found on https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuYNLhj7bYyEmUqi_e8VKqg
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Episodes
176 episodes
Episode 169: Nadine Tereora
In this episode, Laura is joined by Nadine Tereora, Chief Executive Officer of the New Zealand Automobile Association. They explore her career journey, the defining traits of impactful leadership, and the realities of women stepping...
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Rachel Macindoe Baker
Rachel Macindoe Baker, creator of Chrysalis, is an artist and animator based. She studied Media Design at Victoria University of Wellington, where she loved experimenting with mixed media in her projects and finding new ways to tell stories vis...
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Episode 169
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Episode 168: Hoot n Annies
#LadiesKickBrass! The Hoot'n'Annies, Wellington’s all-wāhine second line band, bring New Orleans jazz, funk, and bold pop covers to CubaDupa. Their dynamic blend of brass and percussion will ignite the streets, sparking dance and joy. Join the ...
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Episode 167: Peter the Colourful Panda - Aisling Waldron and Bex Falconer
Author, Aisling Ní Bhaldraithe and Illustrator, Bex Falconer sit down with your hosts, Eleonora and Haley Rachel Rolls for a refreshing, and at times, hilarious chat.Aisling and Bex have created a picture book that’s playful on the surfa...
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Episode 166: Sara Dore
Eleonora and Laura talk to Sara Dore, Director of Empower Physio & Pilates on the Kāpiti Coast, and one of New Zealand’s most experienced DMA Clinical Pilates clinicians.With over 30 years in physiotherapy, Sara has spent nearly two ...
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Episode 166
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Episode 165: Schalk Bezuidenhout
Harita chats to South African comedian and actor, Schalk Bezuidenhout, ahead of his NZ tour, about his life as a comedian who tours the world, and what growing up in South Africa was like.You can follow him on IG here:
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Episode 165
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Episode 164: Te Ataahia Hurihanganui
Join Laura and Eleonora for a beautiful kōrero with Te Ataahia Hurihanganui. We explored the responsibilities that come with cultural visibility, as a māmā first and foremost, but also through her growing consulting business, and her...
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Episode 164
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Episode 163: Siouxsie Wiles
Laura and Harita talk to Dr Siouxsie Wiles, a microbiologist by training and a passionate science communicator with decades of experience working with the media and collaborating with artists, designers, and illustrators. In 2019, s...
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Episode 163
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Episode 162: Meilani Payne and Madelaine Vai-Little- Pasifika Youth Initiative- Shooting Stars
Harita chats to Meilani Payne and Madelain Vai-Little who are co-directors of this years Shooting Stars Pasifika Youth Initiative programme, Taula.Meilani Payne is a Master's of Cross-cultural Psychology Student at Victoria University of...
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Episode 161: Shaneel Lal
Harita and Sophie sit down with activist and 2023 Young New Zealander of the Year, Shaneel Lal.
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Episode 161
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Episode 160: Karra Rhodes
Harita interviews Aotearoa artist Karra Rhodes following the release of her new album Hometown Therapy.
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Episode 160
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Pike River
Laura and Harita are joined by Anna Osborne, Sonya Rockhouse, and director Rob Sarkies to talk about the Pike River mine story, a journey of loss, courage, and the enduring fight for justice.
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Episode 159
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Suzy Cato
Harita and Haley chat with the wonderful Suzy Cato, one of Aotearoa’s most loved children’s entertainers, for a heartfelt chat about her life, career, and the magic she’s brought to generations of Kiwi kids.
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Episode 158
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Murdoch Stephens
Eleonora and Harita sit down with author Murdoch Stephens to talk about his book Visa Now and the inspiring work he’s doing to advocate for refugees.
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Episode 157
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Jay-Jay Feeney
Harita and Reesha chat with radio personality Jay-Jay Feeney about her career in radio, her personal journey, and what she’s learned from sharing her life so openly with listeners.
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Episode 156
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Alison Mau
Harita and Haley talk with journalist Alison Mau about the stories that shaped her career and the deeply personal journey behind her latest book, “No Words for This”.
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Episode 155
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Hariata Moriarty and Angie Meiklejohn
Laura and Harita interview Hariata Moriarty and Angie Meiklejohn ahead of their theatre performance Out the gate.
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Episode 154
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Raybon Kan
Harita and Laura talk to Raybon Kan, award-winning New Zealand comedian, writer and social commentator.
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Episode 153
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Zoe Moon
Zoe Moon (Mahal) is a powerhouse artist whose music dances between strength and softness. Born in Hawai‘i and raised in Aotearoa, the Pōneke-based songwriter blends Folk, R&B, and soul into a sound she calls Folk R&B. With lyri...
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Venice Qin
Harita and Sophie speak with Aotearoa-born, Sydney-based rising pop artist Venice Qin.
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Episode 151
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Erin Rush
From the rugby field to the unexpected turns of life, Erin Rush joins Ash and Laura to talk about resilience, opportunity, and the beauty of serendipity.
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Episode 150
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Aditi Tiwari
Aditi Tiwari is running for the Pāuatahanui General Ward in Porirua this October 11. Laura and Harita spoke with her about her goals for the role and her journey through the campaign.
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Episode 149
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Teal Mau
Haley interviewed Teal Mau about his campaign for Wellington City Council in the upcoming elections. Hear his vision and what he hopes to bring to the city.
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Don't Leave it All to the Men- Episode 3 - Sarah Templeton
In this episode, Louise from the NCWNZ Ōtautahi Christchurch Branch talks with current Christchurch City Councillor and 2025 mayoral candidate, Sara Templeton. Sara shares her journey from being elected to her local Community Board in 2013, the...
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Don't Leave it All to the Men- Episode 2 - Marie Polliscoe
Marie Pollisco is the current chair of her local Community Board. In this interview with Louise from the NCWNZ Ōtautahi Christchurch Branch, Marie discusses the practicalities of running for office, her decision to run again in October 2025, an...
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