Hearts to Hearts is a podcast dedicated to opening up conversations about mental health in Aotearoa. Hosted by Wāti Hohua-Kora and Christine Russel, both graduates of the Atawhai Programme, we bring experience in mindfulness, mental health, and lived experince of rangatahi Māori. Our mission is to share the tools and resources that have empowered us, making them accessible to more communities across Aotearoa. We’re committed to destigmatising mental health, and fostering meaningful, positive change for the next generation.
Professional Boxer Mea Motu discusses her journey to becoming the IBO World Super Bantamweight Champion and shares wisdom gained from her boxing career in this interview.
24 Jun 2025
Hearts To Hearts Episode 10- Peter Thorburn
Peter Thorburn recounts his transformative journey from a two-decade struggle with addiction to becoming a prominent advocate for recovery and mental health education in this interview.
10 Jun 2025
Hearts To Hearts Episode 9- Jessie-Lee Pearce
Activist Jessie-Lee Pearce discusses the importance of authenticity, shares wisdom from her father, and navigates chronic illness in an interview with the host.
22 Apr 2025
Hearts to Hearts - Episode Eight Self Compassion
On this weeks episode Wāti leads us through a self compassion mediation and talks about the importance of treating ourselves with kindness. Enjoy!
11 Apr 2025
Hearts To Hearts - Episode 6 with Zane Wedding
Apologies for the radio silence the past few weeks—but we're back, and it's worth the wait. This week’s guest is the incredible Zane Wedding: activist, youth worker, and all-round amazing human. You’re not gonna want to miss this one.
11 Mar 2025
Hearts To Hearts- Episode 5 With Lui Tuiasau
On this week's episode we speak with youth worker and musician, Lui Tuiasau. This far ranging kōrero touches on addiction, mental health, the healing powers of art and the importance of whānau. Hope you enjoy!
4 Mar 2025
Hearts To Hearts Episode 4 - Breath Meditation
On this week's tools based episode Christine and Wāti break down how to use our breathing when we’re feeling anxious. At the end Christine guides us through a short meditation. Enjoy!
24 Feb 2025
Hearts To Hearts - Episode 3 with Dominic Hoey
On today's podcast we have writer, youth worker and our good mate, Dominic Hoey. Dominic has been a youth worker for the last 12 years and helped set up TKI back in the day. We have a kõrero about how he came to this mahi, how meditation saved his life and heaps of other fascinating insights.
17 Feb 2025
Hearts To Hearts Episode 2 - Te Whare Tapa Whā with Te Aorangi Kōwhai
This week on the podcast, we're speaking with Te Aorangi Kōwhai about Te Whare Tapa Whā and how you can integrate it into your daily life to feel healthier and more connected to the world and the people around you
10 Feb 2025
Hearts To Hearts Episode One with Kristina Cavit
It's the very first episode of Hearts To Hearts, and it’s only right that we begin with the wāhine toa who brought us all together—Kristina Cavit. Kristina’s achievements could fill an entire podcast of their own, but in short, she’s the founder of The Kindness Institute and has dedicated herself to bringing mindfulness and yoga to marginalised communities in Aotearoa and overseas. She’s won numerous awards, is a māmā, and a proud fat-positive activist.
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Mea Motu
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