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Sistas, Let's Talk

ABC Radio Australia
Papua New Guinea
Pacific Islands
Gender-Based Violence
Colorism
Fiji
Solomon Islands
Climate Change
Bougainville
Sistas Let's Talk
HIV In Fiji
Tonga
Friendship
Loneliness
Condom Use
Drug Addiction
Elder Abuse
Pic2ar
Contraception
Child Marriage
Neurodivergence

Sistas, Let’s Talk is a show for women across the Pacific region. Each week, host Natasha Meten talks to inspirational women about the issues affecting them, and discusses how to navigate modern life as a Pacific Island woman.

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Latest Episodes

The transition to adulthood is an exciting time of life, shaped by both opportunity and expectation.

From planning careers to taking on new responsibilities, life in your 20s can bring big changes and challenges.

On Sistas Let’s Talk, Natasha Met... more

Theonila Roka Matbob grew up surrounded by the toxic legacy of Panguna mine in central Bougainville.

Now a politician and human rights advocate, she refused to accept the damage left behind. Mobilising her community, Theonila took on mining giant R... more

Adoption in the Pacific is very different from the way it’s done in other countries.

If children aren’t being raised by their birth parents, there are aunties, uncles or grandparents who will take them in.

But for Pacific kids in the diaspora, ad... more

For many communities across the Pacific, the impact of Cyclone Maila is still being felt long after the winds and rain have passed.

At least 25 people lost their lives, but behind that number are families trying to rebuild - and women carrying much... more

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Recent Guests

Amanda Sillivan Lee
PhD student sharing her transracial adoption experience
University of Auckland
Episode: How traditional and legal adoption conflict for children from the Pacific
Kolish Ruby Hart
Adopted in Papua New Guinea and Australia, with insights on blended heritage
Episode: How traditional and legal adoption conflict for children from the Pacific
Dr. Inez Fainga'a-Manu Sione
Research fellow at Griffith University; health and Pacific adoption expert
Griffith University
Episode: How traditional and legal adoption conflict for children from the Pacific
Dr. Ruth Lute Faleolo
Adjunct senior research fellow; multicultural liaison at Queensland Children's Hospital
La Trobe University; Queensland Children's Hospital
Episode: How traditional and legal adoption conflict for children from the Pacific
Susie Banas
Executive officer to her local MP in Kongara
Kongara, Bougainville
Episode: Beyond the disaster: Meet the women on the frontline of landslide relief in PNG and Bougainville
Traicy Tsiroa
Health Extension Officer at Arawa Hospital
Arawa Hospital
Episode: Beyond the disaster: Meet the women on the frontline of landslide relief in PNG and Bougainville
Linda Maniot
Congara 1 community government acting chairlady
Congara 1 community government
Episode: Beyond the disaster: Meet the women on the frontline of landslide relief in PNG and Bougainville
Sharon Leslie
Resident of Gazelle District, speaks to impact in Rabaul
Gazelle District (Rabaul area)
Episode: Beyond the disaster: Meet the women on the frontline of landslide relief in PNG and Bougainville
Elsie Molou
Listener from Vanuatu sharing long-term relationship experience
Independent listener featured on episode
Episode: Surviving a rough patch: how some couples get through the hard times

Host

Natasha Meten
Host of Sistas, Let's Talk

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Finding community

    Loved the Pacific filmmakers pod great positive messaging & inspiring community is definitely where it’s at. You have anew follower great stuff 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1210000666999
    Australiaa year ago
  • Pasifika Womens stories

    LOVE THIS PODCAST 💙 this is one of my favourite podcasts. I love hearing these stories about women who I identify with! When it’s about us, not without us!!! Finally! A podcast that is relevant to me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moale Sinana
    Australia2 years ago
  • Love this! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

    Thankyou ABC for hosting this podcast! Grateful to hear stories from our Pacific Community - especially our women - that can be heard all over the world. Inspired by the host! Looking forward to the episodes 👏🏽👏🏽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YariSafari
    Australia5 years ago
  • Game changer

    Such an important show, with such powerful content. Thanks Hilda, Amanda and Inga for telling these stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    antjamess
    Australia5 years ago

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The host's warmth and clear storytelling help surface nuanced cultural issues.
Listeners value the focus on Pacific women's voices and practical solutions.
Guests bring credible expertise and personal experiences that deepen understanding of sensitive topics.
The show sparks meaningful conversations that feel locally relevant and globally resonant.

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How does period pain hold women back?
Q: How can severe period pain be managed within the available resources?
Hormonal contraception is used to treat endometriosis and pelvic pain, alongside pain relief options; in some settings, surgical options exist but are limited.
How does period pain hold women back?
Q: What are the common causes of pelvic pain related to menstruation in this setting?
Pelvic infections from sexually transmitted infections like gonorrhea and chlamydia, and conditions such as endometriosis, are among the main causes that lead to period pain and can be serious if not treated.
Hidden struggles: Confronting perinatal mental health challenges across the Pacific
Q: How did access to support change after moving to Australia?
She received proactive mental health screening and a care plan called by the government, with regular check-ins that helped normalize seeking mental health support.
Hidden struggles: Confronting perinatal mental health challenges across the Pacific
Q: What was it about your birth experience that you think contributed to these symptoms?
She described a traumatic birth where she felt unheard and disempowered, which led to a sense of disconnection that amplified postnatal depression.
Being alone and being lonely aren't the same thing
Q: What role does faith and community organizations play in mitigating loneliness in these communities?
Churches and faith-based groups can offer belonging, organize inclusive activities, and serve as trusted referral points to professional support when needed.

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A candid, Pacific-focused series featuring conversations with inspiring women across the region. Episodes commonly exploreColourism, women's rights, health, and safety, along with practical guidance on parenting, financial empowerment, and community leadership. Across guests—from activists and journalists to researchers, midwives, and survivors—the show emphasizes resilience, cultural nuance, and actionable steps to improve everyday life for Pacific Island women. A notable strength is its mix of personal storytelling and expert insight, often tying local realities to broader themes like representation, education, and community-based solutions.

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1. Amanda Sillivan Lee
2. Kolish Ruby Hart
3. Dr. Inez Fainga'a-Manu Sione
4. Dr. Ruth Lute Faleolo
5. Susie Banas
6. Traicy Tsiroa
7. Linda Maniot
8. Sharon Leslie

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