We Need To Talk with Toni Street

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  Allyson Gofton: A mother's terrifying experience with concussion 06.09.2026 30min

  You probably recognise Allyson Gofton best from the iconic Food in a Minute, a one minute long cooking show-advertisment hybrid that she hosted for 13 years. After leaving Food in a Minute, Allyson has continued to write cookbooks, including her latest, Give which is all focused around creating delicious food to give as a gift.  However, you probably don't know the struggle Allyson and her family went through for years after her son Jean-Luc suffered a severe concussion during a high school hockey game. Allyson believes that concussions have become so commonplace and normalised that most people don't fully understand how dangerous they actually are.  In the epsiode, Allyson tells Toni Street the heart-wrenching story of what Jean-Luc went through and the years long recovery it entailed, the incredible toll it had on their whole family, and why she believes there should be more education around concussions. Plus she shares the inspirational story that inspired her to write Give, and how buying the book can help support breast cancer research in New Zealand.  Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Look after nature and it'll look after you too with Aaron Fleming 23.08.2026 21min

  WARNING: This episode contains brief mentions of drug addiction.  Aaron Fleming hasn’t had the easiest run in life, when he was 16 he suffered multiple collapsed lungs which lead to multiple major surgeries and years of recovery. This lead to a period of depression, and addiction to pain medication. After this his surgeon said he’d never be able to physically exert himself again. To prove his surgeon wrong, Aaron decided he was going to compete in an Ironman, an incredibly difficult, full-day triathlon. Cut to now, Aaron has completed more than 20 Ironmans across two decades and is heading to Hawai'i to compete in the world championship. Aaron credits connecting with nature as a huge part of his recovery, and is now on a mission to educate people on the healing abilities of nature.  Whether it's simply spending time in your garden or taking a walk along the beach, or heading out for big, multi-day treks in Aotearoa's most remote locations, the power of connecting with nature cannot be overstated. But even more importantly, giving nature a helping hand can have unexpected benefits to you own wellbeing.  Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Creating financial freedom for women with Victoria Harris 09.08.2026 26min

  Talking about money and finances can be incredibly difficult, and often boring, especially for women. It's hard to get the conversation started even among friends, which can lead you to feeling lost and hopeless.  That's where Victoria Harris comes in. Victoria co-founded the financial education platform The Curve, with the goal of using her experience from working in the finance world to educate women on finding their path to financial freedom.  In the episode Toni and Victoria chat about how The Curve came to be, why it's so important for women to gain a better understanding of their finances, and why the so called 'motherhood penalty' can so easily put women behind their male peers. Plus the new fund The Curve is launching specifically designed to help women start climbing the financial ladder.  Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Success is in all in the top two inches with James Laughlin 26.07.2026 32min

  What is it that high performing CEOs, sports stars, and leaders all have in common? James Laughlin knows. James is a leadership speaker, executive coach, and author of the best selling book 'Habits of High Performers' and believes anyone can become a high performer with the right attitude and belief system.  In the episode, James tells Toni about the habits that the most successful people in society all share, how anyone can become a high performer no matter their background, and why he believes success all comes down to the 'top two inches'. Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Toni Street's top tips to confident communication 12.07.2026 16min

  This week we're doing something a little different on We Need To Talk, Toni's sitting down on her own to give you some of her most helpful tips and tricks to becoming a more confident communicator. Nowadays nearly everyone has to do some form of public speaking, whether you're presenting to collegues at work, coaching your kids' sports team, or selling yourself to potential employers, it's something you've got to do in your day to day life.  From simple things such as asking yourself 'if not me then who?' to realities such as 'confidence comes from experience', this episode is full of practical advice for anyone who wants to be a more skilled and confident communicator.  Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The ABC's to fixing your breathing with Abby Stewart 28.06.2026 30min

   We know that breathing well calms us down, but did you know that proper breathing is also critical to the way we function as humans? You might have something called breathing pattern disorder, and you might not even know it. In this episode of We Need To Talk, respiratory physiotherapist Abby Stewart explains exactly what breathing pattern disorder is, what we can do about it, and tell us a bit about her own journey that led to this kind of work.  You can follow her on Instagram @the_breathingphysio Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Healing your relationship with food with Nicole Gaviria 14.06.2026 22min

  WARNING: This episode contains mentions of eating disorders. A list of resources is available at the bottom of the description if you or someone you know needs help. The relationship between women and food can be incredibly complicated, and in many cases harmful. With weight loss and dieting engrained in girls from a young age, maintaining a positive mindset around food can be nearly impossible.  That's why Nicole Gaviria created Binge Free Bestie and is on a mission to help women improve their relationship with food, using her own experience with binge eating coupled with a master's degree in counselling. In the episode, Toni and Nicole chat about how Nicole recognised her own binge eating habits and the work she's done to have a more positive mindset around food, her mission to help other women, and the amazing opportunity she had to meet Diary of a CEO host Steven Bartlett. Where to get help:• Lifeline: Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP) (available 24/7)• Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (available 24/7)• Youth services: (06) 3555 906• Youthline: Call 0800 376 633 or text 234• What’s Up: Call 0800 942 8787 (11am to 11pm) or webchat (11am to 10.30pm)• Depression helpline: Call 0800 111 757 or text 4202 (available 24/7)• Helpline: Need to talk? Call or text 1737If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Becoming a Māori Millionaire with Te Kahukura Boynton 31.05.2026 29min

  WARNING: This episode contains brief mentions of domestic violence, drug addiction, and mental health issues. A list of resources is available at the bottom of the description if you or someone you know needs help. How do you turn your life around from being a school dropout, struggling with chronic pain, depression and drug addiction? Te Kahukura Boynton, also known as the Māori Millionaire, knows exactly how.  Te Kahukura is on a mission to build wealth and a better life for herself and her community, and is documenting it all online for everyone to see.  In the episode, Toni and Te Kahukura chat about how Te Kahukura's difficult upbringing influenced her mindset towards money, why she started Māori Millionaire, and why financial wellbeing means much more than just building wealth. Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here. Where to get help:• Lifeline: Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP) (available 24/7)• Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (available 24/7)• Youth services: (06) 3555 906• Youthline: Call 0800 376 633 or text 234• What’s Up: Call 0800 942 8787 (11am to 11pm) or webchat (11am to 10.30pm)• Depression helpline: Call 0800 111 757 or text 4202 (available 24/7)• Helpline: Need to talk? Call or text 1737If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  170 Days: The fight to bring Baby Austin home 24.05.2026 21min

  Pregnancy is already a time of mixed emotions, nerves, and trepidation, but what happens when your baby comes dangerously early? That's what happened for Abby Rawls and her baby Austin. Austin was born at just 25 weeks, and what followed was a harrowing 170 days in Christchurch's NICU.  In the episode Toni and Abby chat about Abby's experience practically living in the NICU for almost 6 months, the pain, fear, and surprise of having a baby born so early. This episode is brought to you by the Māia Health Foundation. Tiny hands need big hearts. Donate now at maiahealth.org.nzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  "Sleep isn't just a nightime event" - Dr Sumit Samant 17.05.2026 31min

  Everyone knows we should be getting better sleep, but that's so much easier said than done. That's why we brought in Dr Sumit Samant from Auckland Sleep Clinic to answer Toni's burning questions about how to not just get more sleep but to improve the sleep you do get.  In the episode Toni and Sumit talk about how sleep isn't just a nighttime event, how tracking your sleep may have unintended negative consequences, and Dr Samant's number 1 tip for improving your sleep.  Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Throwback: Disordered eating with Two Raw Sisters 03.05.2026 25min

  WARNING: This episode contains mentions of eating disorders. A list of resources is available at the bottom of the description if you or someone you know needs help Rosa and Margo Flanagan have both dealt with their own struggles with disordered eating and have had to work together to create a healthy relationship with food. With the goal of making healthy food easy and delicious, the sisters created Two Raw Sisters to share their vege-first mentality when it comes to cooking and create yummy recipes that anyone can cook with whatever they have in their kitchen. In this episode Toni, Rosa and Margo discuss how food used to make them feel sad, guilty and frustrated, how they used their competitive relationship to improve their eating habits, and how they use Two Raw Sisters to simplify the complicated subject of eating healthy. Where to get help:• Lifeline: Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP) (available 24/7)• Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (available 24/7)• Youth services: (06) 3555 906• Youthline: Call 0800 376 633 or text 234• What’s Up: Call 0800 942 8787 (11am to 11pm) or webchat (11am to 10.30pm)• Depression helpline: Call 0800 111 757 or text 4202 (available 24/7)• Helpline: Need to talk? Call or text 1737If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Weight loss surgery: Four years later with Justine Shera 19.04.2026 34min

  A few years ago we had Justine Shera, creator of My Balance Project, on We Need To Talk to chat with Toni about her experience getting weight loss surgery. Now Justine is back on the podcast to talk about the most recent step in her weight loss journey, getting a tummy tuck. In the episode Toni and Justine talk about how she came to the decision to get the procedure done, why weight loss surgerys aren't a cure-all solution, and Justine's new career where she's helping women see the world.  Listen to the earlier parts of Justine's story: Part One Part Two Part Three Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Life as a woman CEO with Alexandra Vranyac-Wheeler 05.04.2026 28min

  Alexandra Vranyac-Wheeler is the CEO of Master Electricians, a 100-year-old professional trade organisation made up of more than 10,000 members across the coutnry.  In the episode Toni and Alexandra chat about the new perspective she's bringing to the organisation as it's first ever female CEO, the work she's doing to incentivise more young people to get into the trades, and the ever-impossible juggle of work-life balance, especially as a mum of two.  Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  How to feed growing kids with Rebecca Bruce 22.03.2026 30min

  Ensuring your kids are properly fed can feel like an impossible task, especially if they're picky or have dietary requirements.  Rebecca Bruce is a paediatric dietician and mum of two who understand how hard it can be to feed your kids with healthy, delicous, simple food.  If you're interested in Rebecca's Women's Wellbeing Reset, you can find more information here: https://shop.smartnutrition.nz/pages/womenswellbeingreset and you can use the code COAST15 to get 15% off! Or if you'd like to see Rebecca in person you can at Tiny Giants Paediatric Specialists https://tinygiants.co.nz/ Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Throwback: Vertigo and dizziness with Denise Taylor and Lisa Goulart 08.03.2026 17min

  This week on We Need To Talk we're bringing back one of our favourite episodes from the past few years. It's very likely you or someone you know has experienced vertigo at some point in your life. There are many different causes of vertigo, as it's a symptom and not an illness itself. Luckily, the New Zealand Dizziness and Balance Center specializes in discovering the cause of feelings of vertigo and dizziness and fixing the symptoms in as little as just one session.  In this episode Toni chats with Lisa Goulart and Denise Taylor about the different ways they can treat vertigo, from physiotherapy and ear, nose and throat specialists to psychotherapy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Healing topical steroid withdrawal with Becky Bouterey 22.02.2026 15min

  Last year we heard Becky Bouterey's story of her years long battle with withdrawal after using topical steroids to treat her eczema, leading to her seeking treatment in Thailand. Now after months of treatment, Becky's returned home better than she's been in a long time.  Toni caught up with Becky to chat about what the treatment actually involved, how she's holding up now that she's back in NZ, and why she believes the treatment should be brought to our shores. Click here to listen to Toni and Becky's first chat from last year. Want more We Need To Talk? Find us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Charlotte Lockhart on finding beauty in desperate times 08.02.2026 21min

  In 2021, Charlotte Lockhart recieved a terminal stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis and was given just 3 - 5 years to live. She's now closing in on that 5 year mark and is feeling better than ever.  From traditional treatments like chemotherapy and radiation to unexpected helpers like kombucha, Charlotte talks about the work she's doing to stay healthy, and how the experience has helped her realise what's truly important in life. Want more We Need To Talk? Find us hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  How to reinvent your life with Jayne Kiely 25.01.2026 22min

  It’s not uncommon to think that as we get older our biggest chapters are behind us, and that once we hit ours 40s or 50s it’s too late to make any real change. Jayne Kiely proves this completely false, transitioning from elite athlete to TV personality. Then at 50 she completely reinvented herself again, proving it’s never too late to try something new. In the episode, Toni and Jayne chat about how growing up the child of undertakers influenced her life, the natural transition from pro athlete to media personality, why she decided to make such a radical change once she hit 50 and so much more. Want more We Need To Talk? Find us hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Very Best of We Need To Talk 2025 28.12.2025 2h 13min

  All the best episodes of We Need To Talk from 2025 together in one podcast! 0:00 Weightloss solutions with Sarak Kennedy and Dr Richard Goldfarb Weight loss drugs are all over the news at the moment, Ozempic being the most well known. With Wegovy, a similar drug to Ozempic, recently being approved for use in New Zealand it doesn't seem like the talk's going away any time soon.  In this episode Toni chats with Sarah Kennedy and Dr Richard Goldfarb about why weight loss drugs are becoming so popular, how they actually work, and any potential side effects they may cause. Also, they chat about Calocurb, a natural alternative made from hops grown right here in New Zealand. 25:50 Anal cancer care is disappointing with Dr Mary Birdsall You may know Dr Mary Birdsall as the fertility queen of New Zealand with her work helping kiwi couples realise their dream of starting a family. But Mary recently went on her own terrifying health journey with her battle with anal cancer. This experience has helped Mary gain a deeper understanding of what some her own patients have been through, and she's not entirely impressed by the standard of healthcare in New Zealand. In this episode, Toni and Mary chat about how she discovered she had cancer, the treatment and recovery process, and why Mary thinks it's so important to discuss anal cancer. You can find Mary's Anal Cancer Support Services here Or listen to her podcast Anal Cancer all you wanted to know but were afraid to ask 45:40 Using Human Design to understand yourself better with Charlotte Hill Everyone goes through phases in life where they question all the decisions they've made. Whether they're in the right career, if their relationship is right for them or if they're eating right. These are all decisions your Human Design could help you make.  In this episode Toni is talking with Human Design expert Charlotte Hill about what Human Design is, how it can help you be more confident in your decision making, and even analyzing Toni's Human Design chart to help her understand her body and mind better 1:17:20 The dangers of topical steroids with Becky Bouterey For four and a half years, Becky Bouterey has been battling withdrawal from topical steroids. Becky began using topical steroids to help manage her eczema that she has been dealing with since childhood.  In this episode, Toni chats with Becky about her life since she stopped using topical steroids, and her upcoming treatment that's taking her to Thailand 1:36:40 7 habits to aging well with Dr Libby We all strive to age as gracefully as we can. To stay strong, healthy and energetic as the years go on, but that is much easier said than done. Dr Libby has spent her career as a nutritional biochemist and wellness guru helping us answer this question.  In the episode, Dr Libby gives Toni her 7 habits to help you age well, from the ones we all know like nutrition and exercise, to simple things like stopping to watch the sunset. Plus, why Dr Libby's on a campaign to help people understand the importance of iron.  Want more We Need To Talk? Find us hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Managing headaches and neck pain with Helen Tufui 14.12.2025 17min

  Headaches and neck pain are so common in the modern world, especially at this time of the year. But just because it's common doesn't mean you should put up with it.  Helen Tufui is the founder of The Headache Clinic, who got in contact with Toni to help with her own neck pain that other treatments couldn't help. In the episode Toni and Helen talk about the simple excercises you can do at home to begin strengthening your neck, why headaches become so much more common during the holidays, and the pillow Helen has created with headaches and neck pain in mind.  Want more We Need To Talk? Find us hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.