Best Dr Nina Su Podcasts (2024)

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#44 - Lesieli Oliver - How We Got Kids Hooked on Learning 1:04:48

3d ago1:04:48

1:04:48

Widespread, free and quality education has lifted the masses out of poverty. Or at least that's what it used to do. Access to a quality curriculum with teachers who are supported to teach are important factors to get children interested in education. However, what we are seeing is teachers are increasingly unsupported and overworked. They are havin…

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#43 - Tim Wilson - Trust in Crisis: Media’s Role in Keeping Power in Check 1:01:40

20d ago1:01:40

1:01:40

Trust in government and trust in the media are the bedrocks of a working democracy. True democracy requires the freedoms of speech and expression to allow individuals and the media to hold our government to account. However an AUT research report found that trust in mainstream media has plummeted to 33% while three quarters of people actively avoid…

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#42 - Jo Robertson - Let's Talk About Sex 59:13

1M ago59:13

59:13

Let's talk about sex. Sex education has been a particularly divisive topic, yet hasn't really had the quality debate about what good sex education should look like. I get it. People probably have very mixed experiences on how sex education was delivered to them by their schools or their parents. Some people feel squeamish about delivering sex educa…

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#41 - Dr Marcia & Dr Buzz - Medicine's Forgotten Middle Child 1:10:17

2M ago1:10:17

1:10:17

As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. And in the context of our health system, prevention looks like a strong primary care service that’s focused on keeping you healthy and out of the emergency department. The problem is though, Primary Care, as we know it, is broken. Our current funding model has driven GP practices …

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#40 - Dr Caroline Ansley - Cults, Dogma and Indoctrination 1:01:22

2M ago1:01:22

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Cults have come and gone but for the survivors, the trauma remains. Most every day people think that they'd be immune to a cult and could never fall for something as silly as a cult. The reality is that anyone can end up falling into a cult willingly or unwillingly whether as an adult or child. It is important that we equip ourselves with the skill…

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#39 - Sam Stubbs - How To P*ss Off The Financial Establishment 1:23:19

3M ago1:23:19

1:23:19

How have we ended up in both a housing and productivity crisis? Why can't we seem to just get on with maintaining and building more housing and infrastructure? Why does it feel like inequality is getting worse, not better? Joining me on this episode of Revolving Door is Sam Stubbs, founder and CEO of simplicity, a not-for-profit kiwisaver and inves…

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#38 - Hamish Williams - How A Radio Show Saves Lives 1:16:19

3M ago1:16:19

1:16:19

When we talk about addressing the mental health issues in society, we often hear that if only we had more psychologists, more psychiatrists, more psychotherapists and counsellors, we'd be able to fix the problem. Hamish William's is a host of NewstalkZB's show, The Nutters Club. He has a different perspective on the issue, given that every Sunday n…

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#37 - Melissa Clark-Reynolds ONZM - Capitalism, AI and Health 57:37

3M ago57:37

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Imagine a future where healthcare looks more like the tiers of a Netflix subscription. Where if you can afford it, your premium, gold-plated health service gets you your own personal family doctor. Meanwhile, those on the ‘free tier’ still get access to healthcare, but it’s delivered via algorithm and internet. In the eyes of Melissa Clark-Reynolds…

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#36 - Dr David Galler - When Medicine Loses Sight Of The Individual 55:58

4M ago55:58

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Healthcare services around the world are reeling from the consequences of a pandemic. We have news media and social media that are full of discontent with the provision of these core services and we hear the word crisis so regularly, sometimes it's easy to forget what normal is So much of our healthcare system is devoted to the treatment of disease…

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#35 - Professor Julia Rucklidge - The Hidden Impact Of Your Gut Microbiome On Anxiety 1:06:41

4M ago1:06:41

1:06:41

Can we fix our mental health epidemic with a drastic change in what we eat? That's the question posed by Professor Julia Rucklidge. She's a psychologist and the director of the Mental Health and Nutrition Research Group at the University of Canterbury. Her research has focused on the impact of nutrition on brain metabolism, gut microbiome and how o…

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#34 - Sir Bill English - "Universalism has reached its limit": An argument for Social Investment 1:08:22

5M ago1:08:22

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The issues of health, education and welfare can often feel intangible and immovable. Despite feeling like we are slipping backwards on these issues, we often look to the government, expecting them to drive change. Yet, in our focus on government as an omnipotent force, we might overlook the organic source of change at the grassroots. Charities, NGO…

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#33 - Sully Paea MNZM - Hip Hop, Gardening and Fatherhood 1:03:38

5M ago1:03:38

1:03:38

Top of mind for Nzers, according to the media, is youth crime and ram raids. But when I speak to most people, there’s a deeper understanding that crime is just a symptom of broader societal dissonance. The risk factors for a life of crime and incarceration are well studied and well known, yet it feels like we haven't figured out how to prevent it y…

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#32 - Ivan Yeo - Dissecting the Asian Label 1:13:43

6M ago1:13:43

1:13:43

Rarely in conversation, do we hear about the state of Asian health. Despite being over 15% of the NZ population, it feels like this issue has dropped completely off the map. If we take the data at face value, it appears that on average asians in New Zealand, are doing alright. But within this demographic are a superdiverse population, heterogenous …

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#31 - Darryn Keiller - Can we feed the people without breaking the planet? 50:36

6M ago50:36

50:36

For a long time, New Zealand has traded off the back of its agricultural and farming expertise. Producing enough food to feed 40 million, we export most of that overseas. It’s made us a pretty wealthy country and afforded us access to new medicines; precision scientific instruments; animal feed and fuel. However, our heavy reliance on agriculture h…

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#30 - Emily King - Food systems for the future 1:08:35

7M ago1:08:35

1:08:35

On this episode we kōrero with Emily King, a food systems expert and author of the book, Re-Food. We unravel sustainable agriculture, food accessibility, and the challenges posed by monopolistic supermarkets. Emily's narratives from Cuba shed light on food scarcity and resilient island communities like Waiheke. Our conversation dives into empathy, …

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#29 - Bernie Harfleet - Blankets, Art, and Humanity 1:06:34

7M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

In this touching podcast episode, we kōrero with Bernie Harfleet to explore the profound impact of adoption, experiences in state care, and the transformative work of "Give a Kid a Blanket.", a charity Bernie co-founded with his partner, Turtle. Bernie's journey, from adoption to reconnecting with his birth family, offers a unique perspective on id…

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#28 - We're back! A life update from Nina and Connor 42:01

8M ago42:01

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It's been a little while since we last released an episode of the podcast, so we thought we'd share a bit about what has been happening in our personal lives that has lead to the hiatus. Just over a year ago, Nina was approached to run as a candidate for a political party. Seeing it as an opportunity to give a voice to health workers and the issues…

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#27 - Dr Davin Tan - Forensic psychiatry: the intersection of mental health and justice 48:58

9M ago48:58

48:58

In this episode, we kōrero Dr. Davin Tan, an adolescent psychiatrist. We explore the profound impact parents have on their children's lives, discussing attachment, resilience, and the changing dynamics of modern families. Davin shares insights from his experiences in Youth Justice and Forensic Psychiatry units, shedding light on the delicate balanc…

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#26 - Dr Mamaeroa David & Rob Campbell - Live Special: RDS hosts Sunday Forum 48:27

10M ago48:27

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This is a special episode of 'Revolving Door Syndrome', recorded live at the ASB Waterfront Theatre after a performance of 'Things That Matter'. This production is an adaptation of Dr David Galler's book of the same name. We sit down with Dr Mamaeroa David and Rob Campbell to delve into the show. During our discussion, we address the stark realitie…

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#25 - Dr Adrian Gray - Ancient Solutions for Modern Minds: The Psychedelic Awakening 55:10

11M ago55:10

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In this episode we kōrero with Dr. Adrian Gray, an addiction specialist. We delve into the complexities surrounding mental health, societal influences, and the transformative power of psychedelic therapy. Speaking about the rise of anxiety and depression in modern society, Dr Adrian Gray underscores how psychedelic therapies offer a 'reset', a refr…

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#24 - Harry Tam - A Candid Talk on Crime, Gangs, and Change 1:02:25

11M ago1:02:25

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On this episode, we sit down with Harry Tam, a former public policy advisor and patched member of New Zealand's Mongrel Mob. Harry offers a unique perspective on crime, gang culture, and the societal and economic factors that perpetuate these issues. He criticises the media's role in sensationalising crime and the political rhetoric around being "t…

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#23 - Dr Julian Buchanan - Breaking Bad Laws: The Price of Prohibition 50:46

12M ago50:46

50:46

This week we are joined by Dr Julian Buchanan, retired associate professor of criminology and addiction. He is now using his research and experiences to advocate for drug policy reform through the Harm Reduction Coalition Aotearoa. Julian is originally from Liverpool, UK and is now enjoying a busy ‘retirement’ in Waikenae beach.…

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#22 - Dr Dinesh Palipana - Medicine, Wheelchairs, and Unshakeable Optimism 40:51

12M ago40:51

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Dr Dinesh Palipana OAM is an Australian emergency doctor, lawyer, author, pilot and disability advocate - and he does it all from a wheelchair. Dinesh shares his story of surviving a severe spinal cord injury to finishing medical training and showing that he has all the abilities to achieve a fulfilling career helping people in emergency situations…

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#21 - Buttabean Brotherhood: Rob Campbell and Dave Letele's Fight for Better Health 1:17:30

1y ago1:17:30

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On this episode we kōrero with Rob Campbell and Dave Letele, an unlikely pairing of best mates. It all began when Dave encouraged Rob to put aside the wine and sausage rolls and join him in the gym. Now bound by the Brown Buttabean creed, Rob and Dave share a joint mission and vision for a more community driven approach to health. Making no secret …

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#20 - Dr Carmen Basu - The Alchemy of the first 1000 Days 51:39

1y ago51:39

51:39

On this episode we kōrero with Dr Carmen Basu, the founder of Milk and Honey Paediatrics. As a paediatrician who grew disillusioned with her ability to innovate within the public health system, Carmen has pioneered a fresh approach to the first 1000 days of life. Drawing upon research from Scandinavia, which vividly portrays the lasting advantages …

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#19 - Cherie Jaeger - The School of Second Chances 51:08

1y ago51:08

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On this episode we kōrero with Cherie Jaeger, a mother, teacher and principal of Marist Alternative Education school in Auckland. For students that have fallen out of mainstream education, Cherie's school offers a unique lifeline of hope for disenfranchised youth. Cherie breaks down the challenges she sees in her day to day and provides some heartb…

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#18 - Dr Nic Szecket - Ambulances, cliffs and cognitive checklists 46:01

1y ago46:01

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On this episode we kōrero with Dr Nic Szecket, an internal medicine consultant, about the inevitable nature of mistakes in medicine, why they occur and how we can reduce the chances of them reoccurring. Having trained and worked before in the Canadian health system, Dr Szecket provides some perspective when reflecting on our own system in Aotearoa.…

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#17 - Tommy Doran - The High Cost of Addiction: A Survivor's Story of Reform and Recovery 43:22

1y ago43:22

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On this episode we kōrero with Tommy Doran, a recovered meth addict and advocate for justice system reform with the NGO, JustSpeak. As somebody who has experienced the Revolving Door, Tommy offers great insight into the injustice of our prison systems; where recidivism is extremely high and rehabilitation rates, low. Tommy's story provides a window…

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#16 - Dr Liz Berryman - Snakebites, Startups and Toxic Workplaces 45:04

1+ y ago45:04

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On this episode of our podcast, we kōrero with Dr. Elizabeth Berryman, a highly respected healthcare professional and advocate for clinician's mental health. Dr. Berryman's journey began as a nurse working in the remote Australian outback, where she faced unique challenges and gained invaluable experience in managing a small rural hospital. This ex…

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#15 - Kiri Danielle - Nurturing the Eco-Advocates of Tomorrow 53:16

1+ y ago53:16

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On this episode we kōrero with Kiri Danielle, Ngati Kahungunu ki Wairarapa and Ngati Raukawa ki Te Tonga. We talk about her career as an early childhood educator and what a good quality pre-school looks like. We have one chance to get child development right and the consequences can be significant. We also talk about her experience of homelessness …

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#14 - Rich Rowley - Embracing The Neurodiversity Mindset 52:37

1+ y ago52:37

52:37

On this episode we kōrero with Rich Rowley, an advocate and educator for neurodiversity within the workplace. With his charity, The Observatory, Rich runs workshops with businesses to help drive systems and culture change, to realise and embrace the neurodiverse skillset of their employees and solve big business problems. We discuss how the school …

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#13 - Dr Orna McGinn - Mirenas, Maternity and Medical Misfortune 45:15

1+ y ago45:15

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On this episode, we speak with Dr Orna McGinn, a GP specialising in women's health. We discuss the many issues currently affecting women's access to basic health needs and the inequities that exist for different groups. Dr Orna advocates for a Women's Health Strategy, of which New Zealand is one of few OECD countries where one doesn't exist.…

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#12 - Josh Van Veen - Health, Politics and Neoliberalism 50:39

1+ y ago50:39

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On this episode, we're joined by political analyst Josh Van Veen. Bringing with him a wealth of experience in politics and health, Josh speaks to the effects of neoliberalism on our health system and the history of how we got here. We also kōrero about the time Josh spent at The Health and Disabilities Commissioner and the limitations faced with up…

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#11 - Dr Justin Sung - Doctors without Orders - Innovation from Outside the System 47:49

1+ y ago47:49

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On the surface, it sounds like being a doctor would be one of the most fulfilling jobs out there: helping people, saving lives, effecting change within communities... But the reality is often more bleak, as many clinicians have discovered, that our ability to affect change is severely hampered by the systems we work in. This being the prime reason …

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#10 - Dr Natalie Anderson - End of Life Care 14:20

1+ y ago14:20

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A bonus mini episode on the importance of compassionate palliative care with Dr Natalie Anderson. We talk about some of our own experiences with providing dignified end of life care and also Natalie shares her partner's complex health story and dealings with the health system.By Dr Nina Su

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#9 - Dr Natalie Anderson - Nursing a Hungover Health System 43:11

1+ y ago43:11

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On this episode we chat with emergency nurse and senior nursing lecturer, Dr Natalie Anderson, on the challenges of training new nurses and retaining existing ones. With recent revival talk of hospital wait time targets, we look at ways we can create useful indicators for our health system and provide clinicians power to demand better staffing and …

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#8 - Luke Elborough - The True Cost of Tough On Crime 47:00

1+ y ago47:00

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On this episode, we kōrero with a friend of mine, Luke Elborough. Luke's a Criminal Defence lawyer based in the Auckland region specialising in Legal Aid. Frequently, he gets to see behind the headlines, working directly with people on the receiving end of legal judgement. Luke talks to the complexities that lead to offending and how our Justice Sy…

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#7 - Mike King - Battles with the Inner Critic 47:07

1+ y ago47:07

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Mike King is a household name in Aotearoa for his comedy specials and reality TV appearances. Today we will be talking about his work in mental health with his charities I Am Hope and Gumboot Friday on what we could be doing better to help our rangatahi and tamariki in desperate need for support.By Dr Nina Su

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#6 - Cherie Kurarangi - How Investing in Children can prevent Gang violence 46:19

1+ y ago46:19

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On this Episode we lift the lid on Gangs and their history in Aotearoa, the difficulties that gang-affiliated whānau face and what Cherie Kurarangi is doing to break the cycle. Cherie is a gang-affiliated woman in Hawke's Bay who is using her past trauma and familial connection with the Mongrel Mob as a bridge between hard to reach families and the…

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#5 - Carlton Irving - Jumping out of helicopters and talking about childhood vaccination strategies 42:49

1+ y ago42:49

42:49

Carlton Irving, critical care Air Ambulance Paramedic, 4th year medical student and father of SIX kids. We don't know where he finds the time to sleep, (let alone chat on our podcast!!) but we got him! An inspiring and uplifting kōrero with perhaps a few life lessons for us all.By Dr Nina Su

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#4 - Dr Ari Chuang - Almost Conversion Therapist and Trans health advocate Part 2 41:42

1+ y ago41:42

41:42

In Part 2 of this 2 part series we pick up where we left off with Dr Ari Chuang. We hear more about his journey in our current health system to access gender-affirming care and learn about his work to increase access for others.By Dr Nina Su

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#3 - Dr Ari Chuang - Megachurch Survivor and Trans Junior Doctor Part 1 37:19

1+ y ago37:19

37:19

On this episode we kōrero with Dr Ari Chuang, a trans male emergency doctor, recipient of a Commonwealth Youth award and proud father of one. In part one of this two part series, we hear his story about surviving pentecostal megachurches and his multiple journeys of coming out to reclaim his identity…

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#2 - Anton Blank - Why teachers hold the key to changing Māori stereotypes 48:55

2y ago48:55

48:55

This week we speak with Anton Blank (Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Kahungunu), an advocate, researcher and publisher based in Auckland, New Zealand. Working across a portfolio of projects Anton has a special interest in indigenous issues, indigenous literature, racism and bias. Anton has over thirty years experience in social work, communications, social mark…

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#1 - Dr Rich - Racial Profiling and Algebra in Te Reo 39:13

2y ago39:13

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Growing up Maori with Dr Rich On this episode we kōrero with Dr Rich, a paediatric doctor in Tāmaki Makarau. We learn about his roots in Tikanga Māori and he shares some of his experiences as Māori in our health, education and justice systems.By Dr Nina Su

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How to fix a broken healthcare system... sorta 15:21

2y ago15:21

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On this intro episode we sit down with our host Dr Nina Su and our producer Connor Ayliffe. We set the scene for this podcast series and introduce the main themes and direction for Revolving Door SyndromeBy Dr Nina Su

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