6 episodes

Join Scotty Stevenson as he sits down with well-known New Zealanders for AIA Vitality’s ‘The Upside,' a 6-part series of inspiring conversations about mental wellbeing. 

AIA Vitality is available with eligible AIA life and health insurance policies.

The Upside Podcast AIA Vitality & TVNZ

    • Society & Culture
    • 3.8 • 10 Ratings

Join Scotty Stevenson as he sits down with well-known New Zealanders for AIA Vitality’s ‘The Upside,' a 6-part series of inspiring conversations about mental wellbeing. 

AIA Vitality is available with eligible AIA life and health insurance policies.

    Sir Graham Henry

    Sir Graham Henry

    Coaching the All Blacks to Rugby World Cup glory cemented Sir Graham Henry as a household name. But he reveals how, behind closed doors, a special relationship has helped him get through lows, vitriol, and depression over the years.  AIA Vitality is available with eligible AIA life and health insurance policies.
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 47 min
    Awa Puna

    Awa Puna

    Growing up, trans actress Awa Puna felt different from everyone else, was bullied and attempted suicide. She talks about how going public through art and acting helped her deal with the private pain – and show others they weren’t alone.  AIA Vitality is available with eligible AIA life and health insurance policies.

    To access support for transgender people and their families please contact Agender NZ at www.agender.org.nz or Rainbow Youth at www.ry.org.nz.
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 39 min
    Detective Inspector Scott Beard

    Detective Inspector Scott Beard

    Detective Inspector Scott Beard explains how years of solving high-profile crimes had a snowballing effect on his mental health – not to mention three major cancer diagnoses. How has community sport helped him cope? 

     AIA Vitality is available with eligible AIA life and health insurance policies.

    If anything in this episode has raised concerns for you or someone you know, please contact Lifeline on 0800 54 33 54 or free text HELP (4357).

     
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 44 min
    Hayley Sproull

    Hayley Sproull

    Presenter and comedian Hayley Sproull tells Scotty about dealing with a life-long medical condition and anxiety – and having a panic attack on the set of one of New Zealand’s favourite shows.  AIA Vitality is available with eligible AIA life and health insurance policies.

    If anything in this episode has raised concerns for you or someone you know, please contact Lifeline on 0800 54 33 54 or free text HELP (4357).
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 52 min
    Dame Valerie Adams

    Dame Valerie Adams

    Adapting to life after competitive sport has presented new challenges for Olympic great Dame Valerie Adams. From taking on new roles, balancing motherhood, to getting comfortable with being uncomfortable, Dame Valerie shares how she juggles it all – while protecting her wellbeing.  AIA Vitality is available with eligible AIA life and health insurance policies.
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 50 min
    Jason Gunn

    Jason Gunn

    Surviving a heart attack left popular TV presenter Jason Gunn contemplating what success really looked like. He tells Scotty how that question led to major changes in his life – but not in ways you’d expect.  AIA Vitality is available with eligible AIA life and health insurance policies.
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 40 min

Customer Reviews

3.8 out of 5
10 Ratings

10 Ratings

Helloooo9 ,

5 stars

Honest and authentic - top work Scotty. Enjoyed all episodes.

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