This Grow With Me solo episode is a reflection on the season I’m navigating right now — a season of finding myself in a financial hole . . . again, uncovering the fear that recreated the struggle, and choosing to shift my focus away from chasing money and back toward alignment and purpose.
I share openly about the internal work I’ve been doing:
- Putting alcohol to the side
- Recommitting to my health and fitness
- Being more intentional with my vibration and frequency
- And the small practices that are helping me find clarity and peace again
I talk about the tools that are supporting me right now, including gratitude, midset shifts, and the audio teachings I’ve been listening to daily. This kōrero is an honest snapshot of what it looks like to grow through discomfort and come back to yourself.
The episode closes with an offering for our upcoming Seeds of Life Wānanga, a space for whānau to reconnect with themselves, deepen awareness, and align with authenticity.
I dive into:
✨ The undertow of fear
✨ Choosing to go WITHIN
✨ Letting go of habits that hold you back
✨ Tuning into vibration
✨ Being open to receive
✨ Following alignment
✨ The intention behind Seeds of Life
✨ What you can expect from the wānanga
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This episode is with Harlem Ratapu, otherwise known as Harmonious Ra. A brother whose energy, openness, and heart-centred way of being always brings a powerful vibration to the kōrero.
It’s the second episode we’ve shared together, but this time, he’s in a completely different space, grounded, evolved, and embodying a new level of self-awareness and peace.In this kōrero, we talk about receiving koha, money, and abundance, healing sexual insecurities, and the practice of Tantra.
We also touch on the love story between him and Simone, teaching whānau about diving and gathering kai, and the upcoming Creating Space event and Brother to Brother kaupapa.
This is an uplifting and inspiring kōrero that explores what it means to live as a conscious tāne, one who leads with love, intention, and connection.
We dive into:
✨ Healing sexual insecurities and redefining masculinity
✨ The energy of receiving — koha, money & abundance
✨ Tantra and the embodiment of love
✨ The love story of Harlem & Simone
✨ Teaching and diving with whānau
✨ The Creating Space event & Brother to Brother kaupapa
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This is the first LIVE episode of the Planting Seeds Podcast, recorded with Te Ururangi at Te Ao Hou Marae in Whanganui 🔥
We opened up the mobile studio and whānau gathered around the fire to tune in. This kōrero has been a long time in the making, and the wait has absolutely been worth it.
Te Ururangi shares about his rough upbringing, the lessons of forgiveness, and the changes made in a man on the path of healing. We talk about his love for carving, how he continues to embrace discomfort, and what it means to show up in today’s world.
This is an empowering kōrero of growth, healing, and transformation. One that embodies the essence of resilience and the beauty of change.
We dive into:
✨ Growing up and overcoming hardship
✨ The power of forgiveness and acceptance
✨ Finding purpose through carving
✨ Navigating challenges and discomfort
✨ Living with integrity and growth
✨ The significance of wānanga and community
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This episode is with Pouwhitinui Te Hau, a husband, pāpā and someone who, just eight months ago, lost his son Māwhai to the taniwha of suicide. Alongside his wife Rayray, Pouwhitinui and their whānau have shown incredible courage and heart as they navigate this journey of grief together.
In this kōrero, Pouwhitinui speaks openly about his son Māwhai’s life, the struggles that came with his passing, and the raw emotions of living with loss. He shares the tools and perspectives that are helping him and his whānau through this time, while also offering a message of hope and support for other whānau facing the same pain.
This is not just a story of grief, it is a story of love, resilience, and service, showing how the Te Hau whānau are transforming their loss into a movement to help others.
We dive into:
✨ The life of Māwhai
✨ Navigating grief and healing as a whānau
✨ The power of vulnerability and honest kōrero
✨ Faith, love and the importance of community
✨ Turning pain into purpose and service to others
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This episode is with Waata Heathcote, a Whakatāne local who I grew up seeing around the community. Back then, he was a police officer, but today, he’s a mentor, broker, and advocate for marginalised communities across the Bay of Plenty and Waikato through his kaupapa Waiariki Whānau Mentoring.
In this kōrero, we talk about his upbringing, what led him to start Waiariki Whānau Mentoring, and the impact it’s having within whānau who are in need, many of whom come from gang-affiliated or at-risk communities.
Waata shares his experiences of how the system is failing our people, and the “net” his team are creating to catch and support whānau who would otherwise fall through the cracks.
This is a powerful kōrero about service, compassion, and creating real change where it’s needed most.
We dive into:
✨ Growing up in Whakatāne and his early years
✨ Life as a police officer and what he learned from it
✨ The beginnings of Waiariki Whānau Mentoring
✨ Working with whānau in need and the impact being made
✨ The system’s gaps and how they’re filling them
✨ The “net” that’s catching our people before they fall
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📞 Call: 0800MYWHANAU (24/7)
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This episode is with Matua Wiremu Wharepapa, also known as Wongi, pou for Raukūmara Pae Maunga, a kaupapa focused on restoring the wellbeing of one of Aotearoa’s largest forests.
Born on the “dirt floor” and raised in Te Kaha, Wongi’s upbringing has shaped deeply who he is and the work he does today. He lived with the seasons, guided by the knowledge passed down from his parents, who lived sustainably with the environment around them.
We talk about his childhood, the troubled years that shaped him, the purpose and impact of Raukūmara Pae Maunga, and the ecosystems within the ngāhere. Wongie also shares his perspective on dropping 1080, men’s mental health, and the look his pāpā gave him that shifted everything.
This kōrero is one of grounding and reconnection — reminding us that healing the land and healing ourselves are deeply intertwined 🌿
We dive into:
✨ Growing up on the dirt floor in Te Kaha
✨ The lessons of living with the land and seasons
✨ Troubled years and turning points
✨ The kaupapa and impact of Raukūmara Pae Maunga
✨ Ecosystems within the ngāhere
✨ Dropping 1080 and environmental balance
✨ Men’s mental health and personal healing
✨ The look from his pāpā that changed everything
🔗 Learn more about Raukūmara Pae Maunga: https://www.raukumara.org.nz/
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In this episode, I sit down with Matekitātahi Rāwiri, a talented Māori architect through his practice Orua, following in the footsteps of his māmā, who was the first registered Māori architect in the world.
Matekitātahi grew up in Auckland, surrounded by te reo Māori and tikanga Māori, and now lives in Te Kaha with his own whānau. His story is one of creativity, cultural grounding, and balance —weaving te ao Māori into his mahi as an architect and into the way he lives as a pāpā and husband.
We talk about his upbringing, the mahi behind architecture, the realities of work-life balance, being a pāpā, tā moko, and navigating grief. This is a wholesome kōrero that beautifully blends design, identity, and healing.
We dive into:
✨ Growing up in te ao Māori
✨ The legacy of his māmā — the first Māori architect in the world
✨ Architecture through a Māori world view
✨ Being a pāpā and balancing mahi with whānau life
✨ The meaning of tā moko and self-expression
✨ Navigating grief
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This episode is with my brother Pāpā Wharawera, someone I actually went to primary school with. After years apart, it's been a blessing to reconnect.
Pāpā shares deeply about his upbringing, being bullied by our own people, and how his journey through rugby took him from small beginnings to a professional career. But after a series of concussions and severe anxiety attacks, he made the decision to walk away from the game.
This kōrero goes beyond sport, we dive into the realities of depression, suicide, relationships, and healing. Pāpā also shares the daily practices and mindset shifts that have not only helped him recover but continue to keep him grounded today.
This is an in-depth wānanga with a brother who is in tune, reflective, and walking his path on what he calls “the see-saw of life.”
We dive into:
✨ Being bullied & finding resilience
✨ The early days of rugby & his professional career
✨ The turning point with concussions & anxiety attacks
✨ Depression, suicide & the healing process
✨ Navigating relationships & personal growth
✨ Daily practices that keep him balanced
✨ What “the see-saw of life” really means
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This episode is a deep and powerful kōrero with my good brother Tom Hern. He's a filmmaker, director, writer, and above all, partner and father.
Our conversation is one of depth, vulnerability, resilience, and the hero’s journey. Tom opens up about his roots growing up in Christchurch, a pivotal incident with his mother that changed the course of his family’s life, living and working on his own at age 15, his battles with drug and alcohol abuse, and the full-circle moment of deep healing with his mother.
We also talk about a documentary we are working on that will be released next year!
If you feel called to take your own growth and healing further, Seeds of Self is an online community and extension of the Planting Seeds Podcast - it's a space for those breaking cycles and making changes in health, relationships, finances, and self.
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Bali was the time of our lives! We let loose, partied, ate amazing food, scootered the streets, and met incredible people BUT above all, we poured into our marriage. Our intention was FUN, and fun we had.
But we shouldn't have went - that's what our bank accounts said anyway.
What made it possible was what we’ve been learning and integrating over the past few years: the power of vibration and frequency. We trusted that things would work out, and they did.
I hope you get value from this episode - Let me know if you want to see more like this, and if you’re ready to take things further, use the link below to book a 1:1 call or join my online community Seeds of Self.
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This is my second episode with Joe Webb, the creative mind and founder behind YOUKNOW Clothing. We’re very fortunate to have him on because he doesn’t do many interviews, even though he gets asked plenty - so Planting Seeds Podcast whānau, we are lucky!In this kōrero we dive into:✨ The story of YK Move and why movement matters✨ How YOUKNOW Clothing grew from printing tees in Joe’s bedroom to a full-scale brand✨ Running the company while working overseas in the UK✨ Scaling through content and collaboration with his best mates✨ How YOUKNOW evolved into YOUKNOW Media, home of The Morning Shift and PlayOn Sports✨ A more personal side of Joe, including challenges he’s navigating todayThis episode is a reminder that YOUKNOW isn’t just clothing — it’s community, creativity, and connection.🔗 Shop YOUKNOW Clothing: https://youknowclothing.com/🔗 Join Seeds of Self: https://www.skool.com/seeds-of-self
This is the very first episode of a new segment I’m calling Grow With Me – a space where I’ll be sharing more of my personal journey, what’s going on behind the scenes, and the lessons I’m learning along the way.In this episode, I reflect on Hui Tāne and the recent kōrero we’ve had around men’s mental health and well-being. I also share a bit about what’s coming next and where I’m currently at in my own growth journey.More podcasts are on the way, and I’ll keep checking in to share honestly about where I’m at. My hope is that it supports you on your journey too 🌱If you're interested in the online community Seeds of Self or want to know more please use the link below to book a call or join the platform.🔗 Seeds of Self: https://www.skool.com/seeds-of-self
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This episode is a fluid and heartfelt kōrero with Connor Watene-O’Sullivan, a young tāne, pāpā, and partner from Te Hiku o te Ika who grew up immersed in te ao Māori through kura kaupapa. Passionate about men’s well-being, Connor is part of a movement creating safe spaces for tāne to connect, share, and grow through his kaupapa Circle of Brothers.
We speak about vulnerability, maturing as men in relationships, our connections with our pāpā’s, and the importance of physical and emotional well-being.
We dive into:
✨ The journey of creating Circle of Brothers (COB’s)
✨ Vulnerability as a strength for tāne
✨ Healing relationships with our fathers
✨ Maturing as men in relationships
✨ The link between physical well-being and mental health
BIG mihi to Hui Tāne 2025 for making this conversation possible!
🔗 Follow Circle of Brothers: https://www.instagram.com/circle.of.brothers
🔗 Follow Hui Tāne Updates: /hui-tāne-national-māori-mens-mental-health
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This episode of the Planting Seeds Podcast is a deep and insightful kōrero with Dr Jeremy Tātere MacLeod, a champion of te reo Māori revitalisation and a leader whose life and mahi Kauwaka Ltd reflect the powerful connection between language, culture, and well-being.
Dr Tātere opens up heart-to-heart about his personal journey – from being born and raised in Australia to returning to Hawke’s Bay at 17 to learn te reo Māori. We talk about leadership, navigating the ego and responsibility, fatherhood, ADHD, and the role of te reo Māori and culture in personal and collective well-being. He also shares a simple act of service: reach out to 3 people each week AND be interested, not just interesting.
We dive into:
✨ Learning te reo Māori at 17 and its life-changing impact
✨ Leadership, ego, and carrying responsibility
✨ How te reo Māori and culture nurture well-being
✨ Insights on fatherhood and personal growth
✨ ADHD, self-awareness, and living with purpose
Loved this kōrero and I'm sure you will too - BIG mihi to Hui Tāne for making this possible.
🔗 Follow Kauwaka Ltd: https://www.kauwaka.co.nz/
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In this powerful and deeply moving kōrero, we sit down with Matua Phil Paikea, a true example of a changed man. Raised around violence and once walking that same path himself, it was a wairua encounter and the unwavering love of his wife that shifted everything.
Now, matua Phil has devoted his life to supporting tāne reintegrating from prison back into society through his kaupapa Safe Man, Safe Families. He shares practical wisdom and spiritual insight, helping men understand the difference between knowledge, comprehension, and wisdom.
We dive into:
✨ Phil’s upbringing and walk through violence
✨ The moment that sparked change
✨ The role of his wife and wairua in his healing
✨ Nuggets of wisdom for tāne on the journey of change
✨ A raw and powerful story of healing through consent and intimacy
This is one of my favourite episodes, not just because of the depth of Phil’s journey, but because of the hope and healing it offers to others.
BIG mihi to Phil, his whānau and to Hui Tāne for making thi spossible.
🔗 Follow Safe Man, Safe Families: https://safemansafefamily.org.nz/
🔗 Follow Hui Tāne Updates: /hui-tĀne-national-māori-mens-mental-health
🔗 Mental Health Support:
📞 Call or text 1737 anytime (NZ) – Need to Talk?
In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Heemi Kapa-Kingi, a tāne Māori dedicated to shifting the narrative around men’s wellbeing.
We dive into the concept of The Māui Complex – a framework Hemi describes as the relentless drive Māori men carry to be competent in every area of life, and the feelings of unworthiness that follow when they inevitably fall short.
Heemi also shares the heart behind his kaupapa “Soften Up Bro”, a direct challenge to the outdated mentality of “Harden Up.”
Together, we kōrero about:
✨ Emotional intelligence and getting out of our own way
✨ How physical and emotional pain are often linked
✨ The impact of unrealistic expectations on Māori men
✨ Practical, simple tools tāne can use to self-regulate and reconnect
✨ Why softness is not weakness — but a source of strength
This episode is a must-listen for tāne and whānau alike — it’s filled with wisdom, compassion, laughter and tangible ways to shift from survival to self-awareness.
BIG mihi to Hui Tāne for making this series possible!
🔗 Follow Heemi Kapa Kingi here https://www.instagram.com/tautoru.media/?hl=en
🔗 Follow Hui Tāne Updates: https://www.facebook.com/p/HUI-TĀNE-National-Māori-Mens-Mental-Health-Wellbeing-Conference-2025
🔗 Mental Health Support1737 – Need to Talk?📞 Call or text 1737 anytime. (NZ)
This is the second episode with Papa Hone Harawira, and it hits close to home. In this kōrero, we dive into a kaupapa that we both hold deeply – Men’s Mental Health and Wellbeing.
Following Hone’s call for Hui Tāne, this episode gives insight into the why behind the kaupapa and the realities many tāne face today. Held over three days in Kaitaia, Hui Tāne created a space for tāne to connect, be heard, and begin to heal.
Planting Seeds was invited to capture these stories so those who weren’t there can still listen, reflect, and grow.
We speak into:
✨ The kaupapa and intention behind Hui Tāne
✨ The deep impact of suicide on whānau and communities
✨ Hone’s own personal mental health struggles
✨ The generational gap in how men deal with emotions
✨ Powerful reflections from 52 years of marriage
This episode is honest, heartfelt, and full of wisdom. If you or someone you know needs a reminder that they’re not alone – this kōrero is for you.
🔗 Follow Hone Harawira & Hui Tāne Updates: https://www.facebook.com/p/HUI-TĀNE-National-Māori-Mens-Mental-Health-Wellbeing-Conference-2025
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Welcome back to the Planting Seeds Podcast – and the return of Solo Sessions. These episodes are an honest glimpse into my personal journey, the things I’m reflecting on, and the lessons I’m learning behind the scenes.In this session, I take a trip down memory lane to 2016, the year I truly committed to the path of growth. It was the foundation for a life-changing shift in 2017, where I made the decision to go alcohol-free and plant-based. But as I’ve come to learn, growth isn’t always about adding – sometimes it’s about challenging what you once valued.We explore:✨ The beginning of my personal development journey✨ The impact of committing to change✨ Letting go of identities and labels to evolve✨ How growth shows up in different seasons of life✨ An invitation to reflect on the season you're inThis kōrero is a reminder that transformation is ongoing, and that every season has its purpose. I hope it supports you in honouring your own journey.🔗 Join Seeds of Self: https://www.skool.com/seeds-of-self/about🔗 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranzrewiri/?hl=en
In this powerful kōrero, we sit down with Taurus Taurima, a man who chose a different path—and stuck to it. Raised in Flaxmere, Hawke’s Bay, Taurus stood at a crossroads: the army or the Mongrel Mob. When the army didn’t work out, he entered a world of crime and prison life.But his story doesn’t end there.We dive deep into:✨ His early years and life as a Mongrel Mob member✨ The moment he chose to change his life after prison✨ How he pushed through rejection after rejection to find a job✨ The turning point of working for free just to prove himself✨ Building Topline Construction—now employing over 60 peopleThis episode is a raw and inspiring reminder that your past doesn’t define your future. Taurus’ story is one of grit, determination and relentless self-belief.
This episode is a personal favorite – a deep and entertaining kōrero with my good friend, brother, and one of NZ’s funniest comedians, Joe Daymond. Beyond the laughs, Joe shares a real and raw insight into where he is in life right now and the challenges men face with mental health.
We dive into:
✨ Showing up authentically on social media & in real life
✨ Joe’s health & fitness journey and why it matters to him
✨ A powerful segment on men’s mental health – the struggles, the shifts, and what needs to change
✨ The life-changing influence of his younger brother
✨ His upcoming I Hope I Made You Proud tour and why it’s more than just comedy
This kōrero is real, insightful, and inspiring – a mix of deep truths, hard laughs, and valuable takeaways.
🔗 Follow Joe Daymond & His Work: https://www.instagram.com/joe.daymond/
🔗 Purchase Tickets: I Hope I made You Proud Show : https://www.joedaymond.com/tickets