Authentic Leadership Podcast

By Ivan Yeo

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Episodes: 53

Description

Every story shapes our shared history.

Authenticity Studio is a storytelling and oral history platform dedicated to documenting the lived experiences of people and communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Through meaningful conversations, we preserve stories of identity, culture, migration, resilience, leadership and transformation—one person, one community and one story at a time.

Essence + Truth + Clarity = Authenticity

Authenticity begins when we move beyond appearances and make space for the truth of who we are. Every story carries an essence. When that essence is expressed with truth and clarity, it allows people to be seen, heard and remembered.

The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.” - Inspired by the work of Joseph Campbell and Carl Jung.


Episode Date
1.5-Generation Korean New Zealander | Continuing to Thrive Through Tears and Laughter | Helen Lee
Jul 19, 2026
The LGBTQ+ Elders Who Paved the Way — Are We Forgetting Them? Conversation with Mark Maple
Jul 12, 2026
The Marathon Never Ends: Honouring the Women Who Came Before Us | Sophie Jing
Jul 06, 2026
Kevin McAfee: Rethinking Mental Health Through Sport, Technology and Human Connection
Jun 29, 2026
Steven Oates at 50: Pride, Freedom and a Life of Community
Jun 22, 2026
From Unemployment to Peer Support Specialist Conversation With Shelwin Khan
Jun 18, 2026
Athlete. Music Executive. Entrepreneur. Migrant. The Extraordinary Journey of A.K. Yap
Jun 09, 2026
Intercultural Navigation Workshop
Jun 02, 2026
How Do We Create Systems That Heal | Kerri Butler
Jun 02, 2026
Malaysian Perspectives on Migration, Identity, Queerness and Belonging in New Zealand
May 28, 2026
Mental Health, Wairua & Survival: A Māori Perspective We Need to Hear
May 19, 2026
“Oppression Does Not Sit With Me” A Conversation on Truth, Justice & Community | Camille Nakhid MNZM
May 13, 2026
Living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Lived Experience Becoming a Healer
May 06, 2026
Courage Over Fear: A Journey of Faith and Bravery with Arina Aizal
Apr 29, 2026
From Silence to Strength: A Refugee Story of Growth Conversation With Fahima Muse
Apr 23, 2026
Living Inside Out: From Lived Experience to System Change — The Story of a Quiet Hero
Apr 15, 2026
Between Two Worlds: Finding Identity and Belonging As A 2nd-Generation Asian in New Zealand
Apr 11, 2026
Turning Pain Into Fire Wendy Su on the Overlooked 1.5 Generation in New Zealand (Full Version)
Apr 11, 2026
Between Two Worlds: The Unspoken Challenges of 1.5 Asian Migrants in New Zealand — with Wendy Su
Apr 07, 2026
A Fight to Be My Authentic Self: A Journey of Finding Who Ivan Is
Mar 10, 2026
Never Let Your Colours Fade: Tricia’s Journey Through Grief and Service
Mar 10, 2026
Finding the Shy Kid in the World — One Show at a Time | Michael Sanders After 100+ Shows
Mar 10, 2026
Beyond The Diagnosis: Shelwin Khan and His Ever-Evolving Journey In Recovery
Feb 17, 2026
The Awakening Kundalini and the Twin Flame Journey A Conversation with Lisa Cerise
Jan 24, 2026
Conversation with Eva Chen MNZM: Parenting Between Cultures, Raising Asian Kiwi Kids with Confidence
Jan 24, 2026
From Lived Experience to Advocacy: A Heart That Never Gave Up
Jan 19, 2026
Kaupapa Māori vs Western Systems: A Doctor’s Fight for Voice & Identity with Dr Alexander Stevens II
Jan 02, 2026
Dan Goodwin: Part 2: From Misdiagnosis to Meaning - Redefining Mental Health Through Storytelling
Jan 02, 2026
Pioneer of The Game: Untold Story of Women's Football in Aotearoa with Scottie, Part 2
Jan 02, 2026
Dan Goodwin: Part 1: From Misdiagnosis to Meaning — Redefining Mental Health Through Storytelling
Dec 15, 2025
Breaking the Silence: From Survival to Purpose — James’ Journey Toward Healing and Hope
Dec 15, 2025
Pioneer of the Game: Untold Story of Women’s Football in Aotearoa with Scottie
Nov 24, 2025
Growing Up Between Cultures | A Conversation on Identity & Belonging with Aidan Hung
Nov 09, 2025
Take It From Us: 1,300 Shows Later — Sheldon Brown, The Man Who Brought Humanity to Radio
Nov 09, 2025
Shaun Robinson on Mental Health, Leadership, and Loving Who We Are
Nov 09, 2025
Holding Space for Loss: Conversations on Grief and Hope: Conversation with Mark Wilson
Nov 09, 2025
Cultural Norms, Identity & Belonging | Storytelling for Connection and Empowerment
Oct 18, 2025
Exploring Sexual Orientation: A Personal Journey with @aistraightandgay
Oct 18, 2025
From Incarceration to Inspiration: Dave Burnside on Recovery, Peer Support, and System Change
Oct 14, 2025
Finding Home by Leaving Home: The Power of Humanity and Women’s Leadership with Sarah Hammouda
Oct 01, 2025
From International Student to Father and Leader Raymond’s Migration Journey in Aotearoa New Zealand
Sep 24, 2025
Navigating the 1.5 Generation: Cultural Identity, and Mental Health with Bevan Chuang
Sep 09, 2025
A Boy Who Wanted To Be A Cinderella
Sep 06, 2025
What authentic leadership means in Aotearoa New Zealand’s mental health and addiction sector: In Conversation With Darryl Bishop MNZM
Sep 03, 2025
Live Authentically Not Because It’s Easy, But With Courage, Vulnerability, and Grace: In Conversation With Jordyn Elyse
Sep 03, 2025
Lived Experience & Leading with Authenticity in conversation with Kevin Harper: In Conversation With Kevin Harper
Sep 03, 2025
Systems not communities that create the barriers: In Conversation With Eva Chen MNZM - Part 5
Sep 03, 2025
From Discrimination to Empowerment: In Conversation With Eva Chen MNZM - Part 4
Sep 03, 2025
The Hawaiki Project: Māori & Taiwanese Indigenous Connection: In Conversation With Eva Chen MNZM - Part 3
Sep 03, 2025
Motherhood, Postnatal Depression & Culturally Safe Care : In Conversation With Eva Chen MNZM - Part 2
Sep 03, 2025
Finding Her Voice Through Motherhood, Migration: In Conversation with Eva Chen MNZM - Part 1
Sep 03, 2025
Mental Health Aphasia & A Journey of Resilience: In Conversation With Gary Sutcliffe
Sep 02, 2025
Science Meets Spirituality & Community Healing : In Conversation with Monika Merriman
Sep 02, 2025