The Difference
Te PouThe Difference is a podcast by and for support workers in mental health and addiction in Aotearoa New Zealand. Hosted by Te Pou project lead Alexia Black, this four-episode series dives into the real experiences of support workers, sharing their stories with honesty, heart and humour. Topics include using your lived experience in your mahi, worker wellbeing, and vicarious trauma, leadership, caree... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 11 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessMental HealthBusinessCareers | |||
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"See people for who they are."Support work from a cultural lens
For many tāngata whai ora and whānau, support that is grounded in their own cultural values, worldview, and practices (such as kaupapa Māori and Pacific-led services) can lead to positi... more
"Always do good… and if you can’t – at least learn from it."Ethics and boundaries
Ethics, boundaries, shared values, and your organisational policies are there to help you navigate through challenging situations. How do you navigate these difficult ... more
"We need a village."Supporting parents
Many tāngata whai ora accessing mental health, addiction, and other health and social services are parents who look after the wellbeing of their tamariki, while at the same time on their own journeys of hauora ... more
"The job I've always wanted."Peer support workers in EDs
Visiting emergency departments (EDs) can be an overwhelming experience for people who are experiencing mental distress. Peer support specialists working in EDs can help improve support for peo... more
They still want to be seen; they still want to be heard.Supporting older people
Older people have a lifetime of experience and knowledge to share and contribute meaningfully to society. Yet, many older people feel ignored. Mental health challenges a... more
"Whānau - the biggest providers of mental health support."Whānau support work
The first episode of season two kicks off with an in-depth kōrero on the vital role of whānau support workers in the mental health and addiction sector. Join Jade Caulfie... more
“The best job in the world”Leadership and career pathways for support workers
Tremain Tauhinu has more than 30 years’ experience in intellectual disability and mental health services. From Mangere East, Auckland, he has worked in roles from laboure... more
“I had to dig deep.”Reflective practice
Tashie Hoffman is a peer support specialist at Springhill Treatment Centre in Napier. After overcoming addiction and completing rehab, she stayed connected to the recovery community and was offered a role at t... more
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Apple Podcasts | #177 |  New Zealand/Health & Fitness/Mental Health |
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The series centers on the lived experiences of support workers in mental health and addiction in Aotearoa New Zealand, exploring ethics, boundaries, wellbeing, and the realities of frontline practice. Across episodes, guests share personal journeys, insights from leadership roles, and practical lessons on reflective practice, burnout prevention, and workforce development. A strong throughline is the emphasis on culturally aligned approaches, whānau and Pacific communities, and the importance of relationship-building with whaiora (clients) and clinicians. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on practical pathways for career progression, organizational support, and sustainable practice in a sector facing ongoing staffing and funding challenges.... more
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Recent guests on The Difference include:
1. Janifa Bhamji
2. Lydia Gafoi
3. Caro Swanson
4. Josh Monson
5. Margaret Vitale
6. Bianca Taute
7. Dave Snell
8. Hamish Bowker
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