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Episode 7: Destruction of Self, Reconstruction through Community.

Aug 12, 2025
2 min read

Updated: Mar 31

Episode 7 will be available on Wellington Access Radio Wednesday 30th of July 2025.

 


In this episode, Kaizah shares a piece of her story — in her own words, and in her own sound.

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She’s called it: Destruction of self, reconstruction through community. It’s a raw and honest reflection on where she’s been, and the journey she’s taken to rebuild — with the help of the people, places, and spaces that held her along the way.


Kaizah gives thanks to the many rooms that have supported her healing — from mental health and addiction services, to ACC counselling, Home Ground, the City Mission, Te Paepae Ariki, NA meetings, her bedroom, and the family rooms where aroha lives.

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These are the spaces that helped fill what was torn away. And this kōrero is a reminder to all of us: we do heal — and it does get better. So, so much better.

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It’s heartfelt, unfiltered, and full of life. This is Kaizah’s voice, her sounds, and her offering.

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Call to Action

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❤️  If you can do anything to change the way the world works, please do it, it matters. A smile, you can help out, make someones day a little easier - people need people, we need community. ❤️ 

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Episode 7 Credits

 

Audio Engineer - Jonny Marx​

All creative content - Kaizah

 

Opening Song "Actions Speak Louder than Words"

A collaboration between artists inside and outside of Arohata Women's Prison, 2021.

Lyrics, poetry, performance, and concept: Project Rua participants in Arohata Prison

 

Guitar & composition: Hunter Parahihi

Vocals: Moana Leota

Taonga Pūoro: Ruby Hinepunui Solly

Recording and design: Aimee Martin


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