Generation Next

Oct 4, 2020

Mez & Mahlete Tekeste only envisioned the Black Lives Matter protest march to be themselves and a close circle of friends. Within 24 hours, their flyer had been shared by some of the biggest names in New Zealand.

Oct 6, 2020

We profile Sana, a 22-year-old teacher of human and child welfare, who speaks openly about her experience of the Christchurch terror attacks and the importance of embracing diversity.

Oct 9, 2020

We profile Taualofa Totua, a member of Pacific Climate Warriors Aotearoa.

Oct 11, 2020

We profile Josiah, a Samoan culture advocate who co-founded the charity Pacific Youth Leadership and Transformation (or PYLAT).

Jun 3, 2021

Dera Meelan is a 22-year-old award-winning producer who works with duo Church & AP. In this episode, he talks about growing up within the Kurdish culture, life with his immigrant family in Clendon, and his burgeoning music career.

Jun 10, 2021

At 15 years old, Olivia Selemaia is smashing weightlifting records across the board. In this episode, she talks about growing up with a solo mum, her love for the sport, and not taking life too seriously as a teen.

Jun 17, 2021

Destiny is a writer and development producer for SIS, the first Polynesian show to be platformed on Comedy Central. In this episode, she talks about story sovereignty, the resiliency of Southside youth, and becoming a new mum in the midst of a global pandemic.

Jun 24, 2021

Sieni Leo'o Olo, aka Bubbah, is a 24-year-old Samoan comedian and actress from Māngere. In this episode, she talks about falling in love with theatre, making comedy accessible to her community, and tackling life with humour.