The Stolen Children of Aotearoa

A podcast about a gang whānau and their journey to speak out about the abuse they experienced as children in Aotearoa’s state-care system.

Physical and sexual abuse, strong language

Hosted by Aaron Smale

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The Brothers

Episode 1
Brothers Albie, Rob, and Jason speak with journalist Aaron Smale about the violence and abuse they experienced in state care as children and how that led them to joining Mangu Kaha / Black Power.
Physical and sexual abuse, strong language
Albie, Rob, and Jason, with traditional face tattoos, stand with their hands in their jumper pockets in front of a tree.

April

Episode 2
We hear from April, who spent time in state-run girls' homes across the South Island as a teenager. We hear her story as a survivor of abuse and the impact it had on her.
Physical and sexual abuse, strong language
A headshot of April in a black jumper and dark blue beanie in front of an illuminated gang patch on the wall behind her.

Speaking Out

Episode 3
Albie and April were among survivors who spoke out for an inquiry into abuse in care. As the Royal Commission's findings reveal the extent of the abuser that happened, what does it mean for them?
Physical and sexual abuse, strong language
A Māori man with traditional face tattoos, wearing a black vest emblazoned with gang patches, stands in front of the Beehive in Wellington with his closed fist raised.

Introducing: The Stolen Children of Aotearoa

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This podcast is about a gang whānau and their journey to speak out about the abuse they experienced as children in Aotearoa’s state-care system, and their hopes for a better future.
Physical and sexual abuse, strong language

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