Piecing Together Unity is a podcast about one man's bold decision to start a new political party from scratch, driven by a vision to create meaningful change in New Zealand. Through candid reflections and engaging storytelling, it explores the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way.
Send us a text Here’s the fourth and final one from the beach walk! In this episode, I share my thoughts on Māori representation, why sudden political shifts create division, and how small wins lead to real progress. Unity isn’t about taking away—it’s about working together, respecting our differences, and building a better future for all of us. Stick with me, and I’ll show you why there’s nothing to fear—only opportunities to grow together. 🎥 Full video available here: https://youtu.be/tTC0-...
14 Mar 2025
15. What Fears Do You Have Going Into Politics
Send us a text Here’s the third one from the beach walk! Does Nigel have fears about going into politics? After 46 years of surviving life, he explains why fear isn’t part of the equation. 🎥 Full video available here: https://youtu.be/-YY2k2WZdrw?si=qIpRo47u3CyTp2Lm In this episode, we’ve enhanced the audio by removing background noise from the beach to ensure better clarity. As a result, there may be brief moments where the sound is slightly distorted or digitized, but these minor artifacts ...
13 Mar 2025
14. What Its Like Living With ADHD
Send us a text Here’s the second one from the beach walk! In this episode, I share what it’s like living with ADHD—how it’s shaped my life, the challenges I’ve faced, and how I’ve learned to navigate the world in my own way. 🎥 Full video available here: https://youtu.be/e38vHZ5ZnRQ?si=aOGcrgm_2zU-Yn8o In this episode, we’ve enhanced the audio by removing background noise from the beach to ensure better clarity. As a result, there may be brief moments where the sound is slightly distorte...
12 Mar 2025
13. How The Unity Party Was Created
Send us a text Join me for a beach walk as I share how the Unity Party was created—born from a need for real change and a system that puts people first. I still have my camera stick learner license, so for those who don’t want to see me moving like John Travolta in Grease, here’s the audio-only version! 🎥 Full video available here: https://youtu.be/dZ_W7Jjfs1Q?si=m3Y3jMUhYhtTnrHm 📢 I’ll also be uploading the full four videos from that walk, so stay tuned for more! In this episode, we’ve...
9 Mar 2025
12. Chasing Happiness: The Science Behind Survival and Addiction
Send us a text Why do people in poverty make choices that seem reckless? It’s not about bad decisions—it’s about survival. In this episode, Nigel McFall breaks down the science behind addiction, stress, and coping mechanisms, explaining how poverty rewires the brain and traps people in cycles of hardship. From dopamine deprivation to the impact of meth addiction, we explore why escape becomes a priority and how real solutions like drug reform and mental health support can break the cycle. It’...
7 Mar 2025
11. Justice That Heals, Protects, and Prevents
Send us a text In this episode, Nigel McFall from the Unity Party explains why real justice starts long before a crime happens. It’s about fixing broken foundations, supporting kids and families before they fall through the cracks, offering real pathways out — and bringing hard accountability for those who keep choosing harm. From the Mana Restoration Programme to supporting kids in schools, breaking gang cycles, and preventing harm to children, this episode outlines Unity’s vision for justic...
7 Mar 2025
10. Keeping Families Connected – Putting Children First
Send us a text Strong families build strong futures — but what happens when connection breaks down? In this episode of Piecing Together Unity, Nigel McFall explores what happens when children lose connection with the people who matter most — whether it’s because of work, distance, family breakdown, or incarceration. He shares Unity’s vision for turning schools into hubs of connection, creating safe spaces where children can receive messages from parents and whānau, request live calls when the...
5 Mar 2025
9. Lets Talk About - Feeding Division How School Lunches Became Political Tools
Send us a text School lunches should be simple — feed the kids, support families, and make sure no child goes hungry. But in New Zealand, even something as basic as lunch has been turned into a political weapon. In this episode, I break down the story of Ka Ora, Ka Ako, and how this Government is deliberately running the programme into the ground — not to save money, but to feed a narrative that blames struggling families instead of fixing the system. This isn’t just about food — it’s about h...
24 Feb 2025
8. Unity Means Business
Send us a text Small businesses drive New Zealand’s economy, but too many struggle to survive. In this episode of Piecing Together Unity, Nigel McFall explores why businesses fail, how tax debt traps owners, and why the current system isn’t working. He lays out Unity’s vision for real change—making business ownership fairer, ensuring smarter financial support, and stopping the cycle of unnecessary failures. If you care about a stronger, more sustainable economy, this episode is for you. Thank...
18 Feb 2025
7. Affordable Homes for All – How Unity Will Deliver
Send us a text New Zealand’s housing crisis isn’t just about high prices—it’s about a system that keeps people stuck. Home ownership is out of reach, rent is unaffordable, and Kāinga Ora is bleeding taxpayer money without solving the problem. In this episode of Piecing Together Unity, Nigel McFall breaks down why government-led housing solutions are failing and lays out Unity’s bold plan to make home ownership possible again. From modular homes under $150K to interest-free loans and rent-to-o...
28 Jan 2025
6. Lets Talk About: Golriz Ghahraman
Send us a text In this episode of Piecing Together Unity, Nigel McFall explores the complex story of MP Golriz Ghahraman, her struggles with mental health, and the deeply human challenges of self-sabotage. Drawing from Golriz’s public reflections on a moment of self-conflict and shame, Nigel dives into the psychological and societal factors that often underlie such behaviors, including the impact of trauma and the stigma surrounding mental health—especially for public figures. This thoughtful...
23 Jan 2025
5. Breaking the Cycle
Send us a text In this episode of Piecing Together Unity, Nigel McFall takes a closer look at the challenges New Zealanders face every day—rising living costs, housing shortages, and the loss of community connection. He explores how the current political system often falls short by prioritizing division over collaboration and presents innovative, practical solutions to address these pressing issues. Discover Unity's vision for housing models that reflect diverse needs, community-driven approa...
18 Jan 2025
4. Introducing: Let’s Talk About
Send us a text Nigel drops in to announce an exciting new addition to the podcast: Let’s Talk About. This series will dive into snapshots of issues from the news and explore how they connect to our policies. Stay tuned for meaningful conversations on the topics that matter most! Thanks for listening to Piecing Together Unity! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow or subscribe so you never miss a conversation. Want to be part of the change? Visit www.unityparty.org.nz to exp...
11 Jan 2025
3. Spectrum
Send us a text In this episode of Piecing Together Unity, Nigel McFall dives into the political spectrum, challenging the traditional left-versus-right divide. He shares what makes the Unity Party different, how it bridges the gaps between diverse perspectives, and why a new way of thinking is essential for New Zealand’s future. Join Nigel as he explores how ideas from across the spectrum can spark positive change and bring us closer to a more unified and resilient nation. Show N...
10 Jan 2025
2. The Spark
Send us a text In this first episode of Piecing Together Unity, Nigel McFall shares an overview of what makes him—and the Unity Party—different. Thanks for listening to Piecing Together Unity! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow or subscribe so you never miss a conversation. Want to be part of the change? Visit www.unityparty.org.nz to explore our vision for a better Aotearoa — and follow us on Facebook at Unity Party NZ for updates, discussions, and ways to get involved....
9 Jan 2025
1. Introduction
Send us a text Nigel McFall introduces Piecing Together Unity and sets the stage for his journey to create the Unity Party. Discover what it takes to build a political movement focused on belonging, hope, and collaboration. Thanks for listening to Piecing Together Unity! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow or subscribe so you never miss a conversation. Want to be part of the change? Visit www.unityparty.org.nz to explore our vision for a better Aotearoa — and follow...
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