Episode Description
CW: In this episode we discuss abuse & domestic violence, discrimination, racial discrimination, fatphobia, and public shaming, body image, weight loss, substance use, mental health struggles inc. ADHD, and navigating trauma.
We’re back with a live episode straight outta Christchurch! This one’s packed with laughs, feels, and real talk as we sit down with the incredible MahMah Timoteo!
Mahmah dropped some serious wisdom about life, identity, and the radical power of JOY and REST. From finding community to reclaiming self-love, choosing our perfect ghost outfits (Spoiler: It involves sequins and being ready to haunt in style! ) this episode is full of heart and a lot of brown gal lolz
Whether you’re in need of a good laugh or looking for some radical truths, Mahmah’s journey is relatable, hilarious, and empowering all at once. She reminds us that joy is radical, rest is necessary, and we’re all worthy of love and care—just as we are.
Listen now wherever you get your podcasts for stories that will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and maybe even ready to rethink your own ghost outfit!
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Ngā mihi nui to Nōku te Ao for their social action grants through which we were able to go on this road show. Also to the wonderful folks at Space Academy in Christchurch for having us in your beautiful venue, and everyone who came to our live shows! We love you all 🫶🏽
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🎵 Theme tune and music by our very own Jamie Wise 💖
If this episode brought up any tough feelings for you, below we have listed some places you can find support in NZ:
* Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 to talk with a trained counsellor, anytime.
* Vaka Tautua 0800 652 535 (0800 OLA LELEI) - free national Pacific helpline. Mon-Fri 8.30am - 5pm. The team speaks Samoan, Tongan, Cook Islands Māori and English
* Lifeline 0800 543 354 (0800 LIFELINE) or free text 4357 (HELP) - here to help
* Samaritans 0800 726 666 – for confidential support for anyone who is lonely or in emotional distress
* Depression Helpline 0800 111 757 or free text 4202 – to talk to a trained counsellor about how you are feeling or to ask any questions www.depression.org.nz
* Healthline 0800 611 116 – for advice from experienced health staff
* Anxiety Helpline 0800 269 4389 (0800 ANXIETY) - for people with all forms of anxiety and families and friends
* Family violence info line 0800 456 450 or chat at www.areyouok.org.nz - to talk about family violence and find help for yourself or others
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