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For our latest episode, Natasha Beckman - Director British Council New Zealand and the Pacific - talks to acclaimed author Bernardine Evaristo.

While in town for the Auckland Writers Festival, she talked about returning to New Zealand, winning the Booker Prize, and her advice for budding young writers.
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On this episode of Tea with the High Commission, we talk to advocate for peace and forgiveness, Farid Ahmed.

Farid talks about his book, Husna's Story, his role in his community and the power of forgiveness.
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On this episode of Tea with the High Commission, we talk to New Zealand scientist, Dr Theresa Pankhurst.

Dr Pankhurst has been conducting medical research at the UK’s Babraham Institute since the start of April 2023. To celebrate her first 2 weeks of medical research in the UK, and on the day that she speaks at her first medical conference in the UK, we’re pleased to share this interview with her.
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On this episode of Tea with the High Commission, we talk to British Tenor, Paul Potts ahead of the 50 Golden Years of Musicals tour in New Zealand this month.

Paul talks about his appreciation for New Zealand, the upcoming tour and reflecting on his time performing for Her Late Majesty The Queen.
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On this episode of Tea with the High Commission, we talk to CEO and Founder of Mint Innovation - Dr Will Barker.      

 

Mint Innovation plan to tackle climate change and pollution by turning e-waste into gold and we discuss the Kiwi company's work in NZ and plans for the UK. 

 
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On this episode of Tea with the High Commission, we talk to the Permanent Secretary of the UK Home Office - Sir Matthew Rycroft.

 

Discussing the role of the Home Office, highlights of his career and UK-NZ shared security.
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