MANDATE POCAST

In this episode of the Mandate Podcast , we sit down with Jim Streton — the man behind @js_carvings, a proud carver, business owner, and youth mentor. Jim shares his story of growing up Samoan and Palagi , and the journey of embracing both sides of his identity. He opens up about what it's like navigating culture, running a business, and being the example for young men who need someone to look up...

In this powerful episode of Mandate, we sit down with Fitz—a dedicated community worker, entrepreneur, and proud Mangere representative. Fitz opens up about the challenges of balancing work, life, and undergoing dialysis, while still showing up for his people and his purpose. From running businesses to diving deep into the bigger questions of life, Fitz brings raw honesty, wisdom, and plenty of ra...

In this powerful episode of Mandate Amend, we sit down with Francis and Kaiora Tipene—the heart behind Tipene Funerals—to talk openly about the controversies that shook their business and personal lives. They share what really happened behind the headlines, how it impacted their mental health, and the emotional toll it took on their whānau. But more importantly, they open up about the journey of h...

In this powerful episode of The Mandate Podcast, we sit down with Kahu Kaiha, an award-winning up-and-coming director and actor originally from the Marquesas Islands and now based in New Zealand. Kahu opens up about his journey of identity, belonging, and artistic purpose—from island life to the creative hustle in NZ. We talk about his short film "Find Where I Belong", which recently earned him we...

We brought in NZ social influencers Steven Setu and Kingston Kissthefloor, two heavy hitters who’ve been caught in a public feud online. But instead of letting it keep building, they sat down face-to-face to sort it out like real men. This is the first episode of our new segment, Mandate Ammend, where we bring brothers together to squash the beef, find common ground, and move forward with respect....

Canaan Ene, reggae artist and producer, joins the Mandate Podcast to share his journey through the music industry, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and why it’s important to appreciate the craft and process behind the music we love. This is a powerful conversation about purpose, integrity, and standing firm in who you are.

We sit down with Carmel Sepuloni, New Zealand’s first Pacific Deputy Prime Minister, for a powerful conversation about representation, leadership, and the future of our people. She shares her vision for Pacific communities—to have the same opportunities, homes, and status as everyone else. It’s about equity, progress, and paving the way forward. Don’t miss this inspiring kōrero with a true trailbl...

We sit down with Miki Magasiva, director of the hit NZ film "Tina", to talk about the journey behind the movie, his creative process, and the deeper purpose driving his work. From storytelling to representation, Miki gets real about the challenges, wins, and the heart behind his art.

This young NZ videographer went from local shoots to the big stage. He breaks down his journey, the grind, and the values that keep him grounded. Success isn’t luck—it’s discipline and hustle. Tap in now!

Check out the convo with the extraordinary, compelling and inspiring, Shilpa as she shares her journey thus far with trauma informed Psychology, trials, successes, experiences, family, her work in the community, her charitable trust and healing.

Check out the convo with the insightful, impactful and heartfelt Nova as he shares his journey thus far, In past addictions, rehab, family, faith and new found calling and his business Freedom fit!

Check out the convo with the insightful, inspirational and animated, Nichole, as she shares her journey thus far in property investment, success, trials, family and the new up and coming book in the New Year!

Check out the convo with the witty, intelligent and cordial Pax, as he shares his journey thus far, in stand up, challenging times, family, successes and his brand new show season 2 of raised by refugees and new stand up shows!

Check out the convo with the amazingly amiable and lovely former Silver ferns Captain Bernice Mene as she shares her journey thus far, retiring from netball, family, present and what the future holds for her.

Check out the convo with the affable, humble and talented Mai FM radio host Deschanel share his journey as a broadcaster, family, challenges, successes and passion to be a voice of positivity on the airwaves!

Check out the convo with the humble, inspirational and visionary Toks Fale, as he shares his new found business venture in kava, his ongoing passion for wrestling and producing home grown talent, discipline, leadership and legacy!

Check out the convo with the humbly ferocious, insightful and thoughtful, former All Black, Charlie Faumuina, as he shares his journey thus far in rugby, challenges, triumph, family, business and life after his All Blacks career!

Check out the convo with the hard hitting, uncompromising and one of NZ’s controversial figures, as he shares his journey thus far, in society’s sensitive issues, resilience, masculinity, cultural expectations, identity and most importantly family!

Check out the convo with the immaculate, inspirational and influential Transformation Coach Lino Hola, as he shares his journey thus far, in Breathworks, fitness, trauma, family, faith, culture and his growing business Mens Medicine!

Check out the convo with the insightful, witty and entertaining Matt Heath as he shares his journey thus far in radio, television, family, parenting and life lessons captured in his bestselling book A life less punishing.

Check out the convo with the humble, insightful and inspiring Sam Gibson, as he shares his journey thus far as a trap man, hunter, conservationist, family life, fatherhood and being one of the few guardians of the forest and bush!

Check out the convo with the innovative, artistic creator, athlete and entrepreneur, Billie as he shares his journey thus far in business, dance, bodybuilding, family and his new exciting business venture coming soon.

Check out the convo with the witty, influential and talented, Paddy Gower, as he shares his journey thus far, in journalism, addiction, hardship, success and new found passion all wrapped up in his new book called The F#$%ING News!

Check out the convo with the humble, highly driven and tenacious Peneueta, as he shares his journey thus far in entrepreneurship, bodybuilding, fitness, CrossFit, personal trainer, family and hardship! But most importantly the desire to keep pushing through those challenges!

Check out the convo with the hilarious, quick witted and gifted, Bubbah as she shares her journey thus far in acting, stand up comedy, family, identity, hardship and the joy of following your true calling!