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NZ K-Pop crew on world stage
In this episode of Voices; we meet a local K-pop crew who performed at the 2019 World K-pop Festival in Korea. Episode by Tony Stamp.
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Teen forced to marry by parents
4 Nov 2019In this episode of Voices; we hear from a refugee who returned to the Middle East and was forced to get married. Episode by Gill Bonnett.
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Nepalese women reach for the sky
21 Oct 2019In Voices this week; we meet Nepalese women making a big difference in their community here and back in Nepal. Episode by Lynn Freeman.
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Two mosque attack widows plea for residency
14 Oct 2019In this episode of Voices; two widows directly affected by the Christchurch mosque attacks plead for residency. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
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First-time food finalists
In this episode of Voices; we hear how a shared passion for culture and food has paid off for migrants Trang and Pritesh Kajaria, and Betsy Rivas - who have been selected among the finalists in this…
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Sharing a tale of tough times to help other migrant mums
30 Sep 2019In this episode of Voices; we hear about a solo mother's struggle to stay in Aotearoa New Zealand after a marriage breakup. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
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Call to scrap 'racist' refugee policy
23 Sep 2019In this episode of Voices; we meet a former refugee who has been on the world stage calling for New Zealand's African Middle East refugee policy to be fairer. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
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Chinese bridges to Kiwi life
In this episode of Voices; we look at how tough it can be to navigate two cultural spaces together in Aotearoa through the eyes of a Chinese mother and son. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
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The Poly-cycling octopus
9 Sep 2019In this episode of Voices; we meet two eco-warriors from the Pacific region intent on spreading the zero waste message to communities and the next generation. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
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The fight to end exploitation
2 Sep 2019In this episode of Voices; we hear from two people who really hope the outcome of the government's temporary migrant worker exploitation review will see loopholes tightened and better protection for…
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Let's Deal with It
26 Aug 2019In this episode of Voices; we hear why some immigrants are now calling time on racial abuse and discrimination. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
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Kiwi converts to Islam
19 Aug 2019In this episode of Voices; we hear from two converts to the Islam faith in Christchurch as interest in Islam grows after March 15th.
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Welcoming WISE women
12 Aug 2019In this episode of Voices; we meet some WISE women who find joy and friendship in learning new things. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
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Kiwi twist on soup for the soul
5 Aug 2019In this episode of Voices; we meet a couple from India who are cooking to improve people's health and changing Kiwi taste buds.
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Meeting Meng
29 Jul 2019In this episode of Voices; we get to know our new Race Relations Commissioner. Gisborne Mayor Meng Foon.
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RWC 2019: Japanese host city rebuild keeps rugby at its heart
22 Jul 2019In this episode of Voices; we meet two men with close connections to Japan and the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
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Refugees' plea to NZ
15 Jul 2019In this episode of Voices; we meet refugees from a one party state in Africa who have newly settled in Canterbury and hope that New Zealand can do more for loved ones left behind. Produced by Sara…
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Late-life language lessons
In this episode of Voices; we find out how hard it is for older Chinese people to learn a new language in a new country.
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Volunteers help drive support for mosque victims
1 Jul 2019In this episode of Voices, we meet a former refugee heading up an organisation specifically supporting families affected by the Christchurch mosque attacks. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
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NZ Hong Kong expats furious over extradition law
24 Jun 2019In this episode of Voices; we hear local reactions to a controversial new extradition bill in Hong Kong with mainland China that's been suspended - for now.
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Muslim Kiwi says hate crime legislation must change
17 Jun 2019In this episode of Voices, a Muslim Kiwi woman shares personal experiences of Islamaphobia and racist attacks and explains why she's advocating for hate crime laws to change.
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Thousands view Holocaust buttons
In this episode of Voices; we find out the significance of buttons from a Holocaust survivor. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
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Lawyer follows new act
27 May 2019In this episode of Voices; we meet a qualified lawyer who gave it up to pursue his passion. Produced by Sara Vui-Talitu.
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Prose & poetry on a plate
20 May 2019In this episode of Voices; we meet a group of writers sharing food culture and personal stories in their local neighbourhood.
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